Founder Jersey Jack Pinball

Jack Guarnieri

Introduction

Jack Guarnieri, founder of Jersey Jack Pinball, is a visionary who has dedicated his career to keeping the timeless magic of pinball alive.

Frustrated by the lack of innovation in modern pinball designs, Jack decided to take matters into his own hands. In 2011, he launched Jersey Jack Pinball with a mission to create high-quality, groundbreaking machines that would appeal to players, collectors, and newcomers alike. Drawing upon decades of experience and assembling a dream team of industry legends, Jack introduced the company’s first title, The Wizard of Oz, in 2013—a bold, feature-packed machine that set a new standard for pinball excellence.

Jack’s commitment to innovation and craftsmanship has earned Jersey Jack Pinball a reputation as the leader in premium pinball machines, combining advanced technology with the timeless allure of the game.

Experience

With roots in the amusement industry dating back to 1975, Jack began by servicing electro-mechanical pinball machines and quickly gained a reputation for his deep technical expertise and entrepreneurial spirit. Over the years, he expanded his reach, developing amusement centers, designing games, and pioneering the online sale of pinball machines through PinballSales.com, which became a global leader in the field.

Publications

https://www.replaymag.com/jersey-jack-0524/
https://www.replaymag.com/jersey-jack-october-2022/

Media & PR

Jack Guarnieri has been a featured guest on a number of podcasts, a speaker and guest at Pinball and gaming conventions, and an interview subject in a variety of publications including Pinball News and for Texas Pinball

https://www.kineticist.com/post/jack-guarnieri-gets-it
https://theballiswild.net/classic-interview-jersey-jack/
https://jjppodcast.libsyn.com/ep-14-jack-guarnieri-bill-grupp-and-steve-ritchie
https://www.pinballprofile.com/episode-373-steve-ritchie-jersey-jack-guarnieri/
https://www.teddabneyexperience.com/episodes/ep37/jerseyjackpinball
https://njmonthly.com/articles/jersey-living/jersey-jack-pinball-wizard/

Check out blog posts by Jack Guarnieri

Gaming Room Ideas: Essential Tips and Games

Creating the ultimate gaming room is a dream for gamers, families, and entertainment enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re into playing video games, pinball, or board games, the right gaming room setup can elevate your experience. In this guide, we’ll cover everything from game room ideas for different styles and spaces, to how you can incorporate a […]

Guns N’ Roses ‘Not In This Lifetime’ Pinball Game
Available Worldwide

LOS ANGELES (October 5, 2020) Rock and roll legends Guns N’ Roses have teamed with Jersey Jack Pinball–the American-made, #1 industry leader in pinball–to design their very own groundbreaking Guns ‘N’ Roses ‘Not In This Lifetime’ pinball game. The new Guns N’ Roses pinball game elevates the beloved American pastime–which is going through a resurgence […]

Jersey Jack Pinball Announces Iconic Game Designer Steve Ritchie As Newest Addition To The Team

CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Jersey Jack Pinball (JJP) adds legendary pinball designer, Steve Ritchie, to their growing team of talented designers. Ritchie’s illustrious career spans 47 years in the gaming industry starting in 1974 with Atari Inc. Known as the ‘King of Pinball’ and ‘Master of Flow,’ Mr. Ritchie’s best-selling designs are among the most sought after […]

Jersey Jack Pinball Relocates Manufacturing Operations

CHICAGO, Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Jersey Jack Pinball (JJP), creator of premium pinball machines, will relocate its manufacturing operations from Lakewood, New Jersey to Elk Grove Village, Illinois, bringing fabrication into greater synergy with the design and engineering teams currently based in Bensenville Illinois, where JJP anticipates creating fifty or more new jobs.

Jersey Jack Pinball Announces Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory™ Pinball Machine

LAKEWOOD, NJ – April 12, 2019 – Jersey Jack Pinball presents a world of pure imagination! Find the Golden Ticket™ and enter Wonka’s Chocolate Factory™ for an unforgettable pinball adventure full of fun, surprises, and magic around every corner! This pinball masterpiece was designed by the legendary Pat Lawlor, designer of Dialed In!, Twilight Zone, […]

Jersey Jack Pinball Launches Pirates Of The Caribbean Flipper Game

LAKEWOOD, NJ — New from Jersey Jack Pinball is Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean, a versatile flipper game incorporating scenes and themes from all five films in the popular Disney saga. Jersey Jack’s latest movie-themed game made its debut at the 2017 Pinball Expo, held at the Westin Chicago North Shore hotel in Wheeling, IL, […]