# Gorgar

"Gorgar," released by Williams in December 1979, is renowned as the first talking pinball machine. Designed by Barry Oursler, with artwork by Constantino Mitchell, this game features a fantasy theme where players confront a demon named Gorgar. The machine's standout feature is its ability to speak seven words, combining them into phrases, alongside a heartbeat sound that accelerates as gameplay intensifies.

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

## Production
1979

## Design team
- Design: [Barry Oursler](/people/barry-oursler)
- Art: [Constantino Mitchell](/people/constantino-mitchell)
- Software: [Paul Dussault](/people/paul-dussault)
- Art: [Jeanine Mitchell](/people/jeanine-mitchell)
- Sound: [Eugene Jarvis](/people/eugene-jarvis)

## Ratings
Fun score: 93 (9 ratings)

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