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Gorgar is a solid-state pinball machine released by Williams Electronics in 1979 and designed by Barry Oursler. It is recognized in pinball history as the first production machine to use synthesized speech, with a vocabulary of seven words delivered through its sound system. The machine combines the speech feature with a fantasy-themed playfield and electronic sound effects for players interested in early solid-state pinball technology.
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What made Gorgar historically important in pinball?
Williams Electronics released Gorgar in 1979, and Barry Oursler designed it. It is widely recognized as the first production pinball machine to use synthesized speech, with seven spoken words.
Who designed the Gorgar pinball machine?
Gorgar was designed by Barry Oursler for Williams Electronics. The 1979 machine combines traditional electromechanical playfield features with early solid-state electronics and speech.
How many words can Gorgar speak?
Gorgar's sound system delivers a vocabulary of seven synthesized words. That speech hardware was unusual for a commercial pinball machine when Williams released the game in 1979.
Is Gorgar a solid-state or electromechanical pinball machine?
Gorgar is a solid-state pinball machine from 1979. Its electronic sound and speech system helped distinguish it from earlier electromechanical tables.
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