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Congo

Quick Overview

Mysterious jungle, lost diamonds and dangerous gorillas! Congo is Williams' 1995 adventure pinball machine, based on the Hollywood film of the same name. The game takes you on a thrilling African expedition full of ancient ruins, mysterious treasures and unexpected dangers. The spectacular playfield, special mechanical features and movie-style sound effects create a true jungle adventure.

Congo

Basics

  • Release1995
  • ManufacturerWilliams Electronic Games
  • DesignerJohn Trudeau
  • GenrePinball
  • ThemeAdventure – Congo (1995) movie
  • Players1–4 (alternating)
  • SystemWilliams WPC-95
  • DisplayDot-matrix (DMD)
  • Units produced2,129

Creators

John Trudeau – designer

Standout features:

Volcano mechanism that fires ballsVolcano Multiball modeMystery BoxJungle-themed ramps and targetsMissions built around collecting diamondsMovie-style sound effects and digital animations

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Game Objective

The story centers on an expedition on the trail of legendary diamonds. The jungle is anything but friendly, though: dangerous gorillas and hidden traps make the way harder. The player has to hit various targets and ramps to progress through the missions. At times the ball drops into hidden passages, at other times it races along spectacular ramps. One of Congo's most memorable features is the erupting volcano, which fires real balls onto the playfield, making multiball even more exciting. Discover the lost city, collect the diamonds, and survive the dangers of the jungle! Completing the various missions earns valuable points and unlocks special modes. Success takes quick reactions, accurate shots and good timing.

Fun Facts

  • It is based on the 1995 adventure film Congo.
  • During multiball, the volcano on the playfield shoots out balls.
  • Finding the legendary diamonds is a central part of the story.
  • The machine evokes the film's characters and adventurous mood with its artwork and sounds.
  • Hidden passages and special mechanisms provide varied gameplay.
  • Recommended for fans of adventure films, Indiana Jones-style stories and classic pinball, especially those who enjoy varied missions and spectacular mechanical features.

Why Is It Special?

Congo's biggest spectacle is Volcano Multiball, during which the playfield's volcano genuinely erupts and sends balls into play. Further highlights are the Mystery Box and the playfield features tied to the gorillas and the lost city. Detailed artwork, special lighting effects and sounds evoking the world of the film complete the jungle atmosphere. Congo is one of the rarer Williams pinball machines of the 1990s, with only 2,129 units built. Thanks to its distinctive volcano mechanism and richly detailed jungle theme, it remains a sought-after piece among collectors today. Although the film it is based on received a mixed reception, the pinball version earned a fan base of its own.