Machine Description

Gottlieb's 'Dynamite' was released during a transformative period in pinball history, as the industry was approaching the transition from electro-mechanical to solid-state technology. This four-player machine embodied the classic characteristics of 1970s pinball design, featuring explosive-themed artwork and gameplay elements that capitalized on the era's fascination with action and adventure.

The playfield design incorporated traditional elements like pop bumpers, drop targets, and spinning targets, all themed around mining and explosions. The backglass artwork typically featured dramatic scenes of dynamite blasts and mining activities, reflecting the industrial and action themes popular during this period. The machine's sound effects were created through mechanical bells and chimes, characteristic of the electro-mechanical era.

While not as widely recognized as some other Gottlieb titles from this period, 'Dynamite' represented the company's consistent approach to creating reliable, entertaining pinball machines during the mid-1970s. The game emerged during a time when pinball was still a dominant form of coin-operated entertainment, before the rise of video games would begin to challenge its market position.

Production numbers for 'Dynamite' are not well-documented, but like many Gottlieb machines of this era, it was likely manufactured in quantities of several thousand units. The game remains a collectible example of late electro-mechanical pinball design, appreciated for its straightforward gameplay and period-specific artistic style.