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Williams High Speed

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High Speed is a solid-state pinball machine released by Williams in 1986, designed by Steve Ritchie. The machine is themed around a police highway pursuit, reportedly inspired by Ritchie's own experience being pulled over for speeding. It features extensive digitized speech, a traffic light toy, and was one of the first pinball machines to use a crossover ramp design. The game was a significant commercial success for Williams.

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When was Williams High Speed released?

Williams released High Speed in 1986. The machine was designed by Steve Ritchie.

What is the gameplay theme of High Speed pinball?

High Speed is built around a police highway pursuit. Players complete shots and modes while the machine presents the feeling of being chased for speeding.

What inspired Williams High Speed?

The machine was reportedly inspired by Steve Ritchie's own experience of being pulled over for speeding. That personal incident became the basis for its police-pursuit theme.

What sound feature is notable in High Speed?

High Speed is known for extensive digitized speech. The speech helps turn its police chase concept into an active narrative during play.

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