# Black Gold

The *Black Gold* pinball machine, released by Williams Electronics in 1975, is an electro-mechanical, single-player game with a unique oil-drilling theme. Designed by Steve Kordek, it features two flippers, two pop bumpers, four drop targets, and one kick-out hole.

## Manufacturer
[Williams Electronic Games Inc.](/manufacturers/williams-electronic-games-inc)

## Production
1975

## Design team
- Design: [Steve Kordek](/people/steve-kordek)
- Art: [Christian Marche](/people/christian-marche)
- Mechanics: [Steve Kordek](/people/steve-kordek)
- Animation: [Steve Kordek](/people/steve-kordek)
- Concept: [Steve Kordek](/people/steve-kordek)

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- [Eager Beaver](/games/pinball/eager-beaver)
- [Jokerz!](/games/pinball/jokerz)
- [Honey](/games/pinball/honey)
- [4 Aces](/games/pinball/4-aces)

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