Pinside rating
This game received 142 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.473 /10
Top 100 ranking
This game ranks 3rd in the game group "Pirates of the Caribbean (JJP)". The group itself ranks #6 in the Pinside Pinball Top 100.
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 8.446
Artwork: 8.496
Sounds/Music: 8.143
Other Aspects: 8.415
Pinside staff rating
This is how we, the very knowledgeable (wink wink) Pinside.com staff & moderators rate this game. 2 of us have rated this game.
This game is part of a group
Note! There are multiple versions of this game!
This is "Pirates of the Caribbean".
The other versions are: Pirates of the Caribbean (LE), Pirates of the Caribbean (CE)
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Bethesda, MD
9.580/10
4 months ago
What a game. Not since TZ in 1993 did a game feel this loaded. A true work of art and passion project by Eric M. at JJP. This game felt a bit overwhelming when it first came out, maybe even too complex for it's own good. Choosing a player from about 25 or so was complicated enough before you even plunge the ball. But once you understand how each character advantage sets up your game, it makes sense and adds plenty of variety to how you approach that game. Five movies are represented well on the playfield with 5 color coded areas, and the lights, inserts and callouts direct you during modes. Stacking movie multiballs is great, and feels like a deeper version of LOTR code. The shot variety is bonkers, like 13 main shots (that I counted) and probably more. This game is a real adventure and should keep owners busy and entertained for years. JJP is doing special things with their games. All JJP pins so far are fantastic, and this one really is the complete package. This game is dazzling and immersive even if you aren't familiar with all the movies. The only downside is they didn't make very many of these. A masterpiece.
10.000/10
4 months ago
Osny
I have had an SE potc for a month now. This game is pure wonder. I am a fan of movies and I bought this pinball machine without having tried it before. Frankly I do not regret. I had a DI which I liked a lot but the linear and repetitive trajectories ended up boring me. The visual is splendid, the game is varied, the sequence of multiball is top. The mini tray is awesome. This pinball machine has been super well thought out. I put a 10 because for me it ticks all the boxes. This one is not ready to leave my house.
9.900/10
6 months ago
Wasn’t impressed at first but there are only 150 of them and when final code is here will be good.
Update:
The more I play the more I keep wanting to play more. Every character has it own strength, weakness or advantage. You can plunder and take the points from other players in the game. Great code once it was completed. I will there was still more movie clips. Seems Disney was restrictive. The rule set a d game play are top notch.
Update:
The more I play the more I keep wanting to play more. Every character has it own strength, weakness or advantage. You can plunder and take the points from other players in the game. Great code once it was completed. I will there was still more movie clips. Seems Disney was restrictive. The rule set a d game play are top notch.
8.000/10
8 months ago
It’s ummm...a lot. It’s a big flashy crazy pinball experience. Do I love it though? Not really. Is it one of the wildest most involved pins design wise? Yup. Does it lack charm? Maybe. Do I think it’s a bit overrated? Kinda. I’ll give credit where it’s due, but...I don’t want it, you know? I’m not gonna buy one.
7.499/10
9 months ago
Not a big fan of this game. I want to like it, I really do. Maybe if it we in my shop or in my home I would enjoy it more, but I did go and gave it an hour and a half of my time and I just don’t get it. If you love the theme maybe or if you have it at home. I wanted to love this game and I like was JJP is doing. I wish them all the success.
Ottawa, ON
7.888/10
10 months ago
Huge game. A lot of game. Tons of game. Too much game? Layout seems fine. The upper flipper is either pretty useless or this one was just too weak. Soooo much going on it's so confusing for someone just wanting to play. But damn it's a great looking and themed game. I'm sure if you dive into it it's really be great. But in a public lineup and not knowing it's certainly overwhelming. To the point that you just don't want to keep coming back. It's definitely a good game, but just not for the passerby that wants to try it.
5.664/10
1 year ago
Layout is cool but a bit clunky. Could use another pass. Code is very repetitive and random, nothing but stacking. Theme work is somehow worse than the Stern. PotC just doesn't work if you don't have the characters and clips from the movie, sorry.
8.562/10
1 year ago
I love Pirates. I played this at a show a bunch of times and thought I hated it. Then I had an amazing game where it all clicked, the multiballs all started and I knew I had to have one. I love the way you work toward the wizard modes on this game, I love that you can choose a character with perks, I love the black pearl and it's cannon, I haven't played much with friends but plundering would be very fun with a group of friends. The biggest negative for me is the lack of assets. I would have liked to have the pirates theme music, callouts from more than 1 character, and clips with characters instead of just scenery.
9.640/10
1 year ago
This is one pin I would suggest getting the LE on. It is great regardless. Get it while you can. It is an instant classic.
8.460/10
2 years ago
Loved the JJP Pirates from first flip. The rules are so complex with all the characters that I feel like I could play the game for years and not get bored with it. The upper playfield is probably my favorite of all time! Really unique playfield layout (no Stern copy paste fan layout here). I really don't like the theme, but it definitely wouldn't stop me from owning the game because it's so fun to play.
7.431/10
2 years ago
fun game with some cool toys. not sure I could ever get $9000 worth of enjoyment out of it, but will flip it around at friends house from time to time.
9.920/10
2 years ago
Perhaps I am still in the honeymoon stage, but this machine really hits all the right buttons. I had a few minor issues to deal with coming out of the box, but it keeps calling me back. Re-playability is one of its greatest strengths; there is just so much to do and so many approaches. The plundering component also makes it more fun to play with others, which is a real plus in a competitive family. You can't take the high scores too seriously if you got there by taking other's points, balls, etc.
I completely understand those that say it is never leaving their collection. Although I only have an SE, I would only let this one leave if an LE was taking its place. I only hope that this is not the pinnacle of pinball and that I eat my words later when an even better pin comes out.
I completely understand those that say it is never leaving their collection. Although I only have an SE, I would only let this one leave if an LE was taking its place. I only hope that this is not the pinnacle of pinball and that I eat my words later when an even better pin comes out.
9.700/10
2 years ago
Just purchase this bad boy and enjoying every minute of it beautiful machine, colors and mechanics.
I originally played it on route was fun but it’s much more enjoyable on a home Environment. Miss the boat on the LE but don’t be Fooled the standard is just a good or better. It plays the same still has the beautiful lighting and all the good stuff you only loose the following star map not useful, invisible glass no biggi, shaker motor no biggi, toys spinning Tom and Devil’s Triangle, other than that you won’t notice a thing oh yeah topper sucks not missing much. Great code, slick Playfield etc, awsome game play.
I originally played it on route was fun but it’s much more enjoyable on a home Environment. Miss the boat on the LE but don’t be Fooled the standard is just a good or better. It plays the same still has the beautiful lighting and all the good stuff you only loose the following star map not useful, invisible glass no biggi, shaker motor no biggi, toys spinning Tom and Devil’s Triangle, other than that you won’t notice a thing oh yeah topper sucks not missing much. Great code, slick Playfield etc, awsome game play.
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