# Super Star / Big Star

The "Super Star" and "Big Star" pinball machines were both produced by Williams in 1972, designed by Steve Kordek with artwork by Christian Marche. "Super Star" is the replay version, allowing players to win free games, while "Big Star" is the add-a-ball version, extending play by adding extra balls instead of awarding free games. Both machines are electro-mechanical with similar playfield layouts featuring two flippers, four pop bumpers, and a unique drop target that blocks a center kick-out hole, adding a strategic element to the gameplay.

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

## Production
1972

## 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)

## Related
- [Bad Cats](/games/pinball/bad-cats)
- [Hurricane](/games/pinball/hurricane)
- [4 Aces](/games/pinball/4-aces)
- [Eager Beaver](/games/pinball/eager-beaver)
- [Honey](/games/pinball/honey)
- [Jokerz!](/games/pinball/jokerz)
- [Time Warp](/games/pinball/time-warp)
- [Dirty Harry](/games/pinball/dirty-harry)

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