While licenses are nothing new in the industry, one that has been extremely popular among a variety of manufacturers has been The Wizard of Oz. It’s been used for pinball and coin pushers, and now it is coming to the video redemption space with a new game from Raw Thrills. Let’s take a look.
Wizard Of Oz Goes Videmption
This isn’t a complete surprise, as we heard that this game was testing out as far back as September of last year – although it was odd for the game to not make an appearance at recent trade shows like IAAPA and EAG. It will be at Amusement Expo 2025 however, in case you will be there and are interested in getting some hands-on time with it.
The game itself should look a little familiar, in that it uses a similar set up & form factor to ICE’s Monopoly Roll-N-Go: two vertically-oriented screens are stacked on top of each other, controlled by spinning a giant orb. Aside from the license difference though, this also does something else that Raw Thrills has become known for: it vends cards. As you can see from this sales sheet, there are several cards (the image highlights six, but there are eight total) that you can collect, earning a bonus from collecting the whole set:
The gameplay is deeper than just a basic “spin ‘n win” type deal. There’s one spin per credit; then there are five colors that the pointers can land on (in addition to other blocks like the Rainbow Bonus), with four blocks to each color. If a color is landed on, it gets “checked,” and the player wins a certain number of tickets that are shown on the screen. This then levels up the “color,” thus increasing the values. You’ll win tickets with every spin, but you will not win a card every time. On top of that, there is a “Double Up” button feature. The first time that you swipe, the game will ask if you want to “double up;” if yes, you have to swipe again. Then, all posted numbers (including the Rainbow Bonus) gets doubled. Redeeming card value does NOT change though. This image shows how the colors being checked can work, and why you want to get them all checked for that more lucrative bonus:
Checked boxes are retained from play-to-play, until someone lands on the Rainbow Bonus marker. Once that is done, all of the checks are reset.
The only way to get a card is to land on the “Free Card” space, which gives a card plus tickets. Cards can be kept and collected, or you can turn the card into the venue in exchange for tickets (just like Andamiro USA and their particular card games). This also means that cards are recyclable, unlike Minecraft or Injustice Arcade.
While there are only eight cards, there are rarities, the Toto card being the rarest. There are four cards with a cyan back (more common) and purple (less common/rare). The image above only shows the fronts of the cards, although in the materials I read, they are made of out of a kind of plastic blend, so they will hold up better than paper-based cards.
One other thing to note is that the game has been seen out there, with one of our readers sharing an image of the game at a Round1USA location. It’s earnings are almost twice as high as Nerf Arcade and Space Invaders Frenzy, so just from the testing it’s certainly shaping up to be a major hit. From what I’ve been told however, the game will likely be widely available by May, although interested buyers can place their orders right now. Per the press release below, the company considers it to be released.
You can also read up some about it on Raw Thrills’ website, where they’ve launched an official page for it; this includes goodies like screenshots.
What are your thoughts on this one? Let us know in the comments! I imagine that putting it in between Elaut’s Wizard of Oz pusher and a Jersey Jack Pinball WOZ would make for quite the WOZ fan showcase.
Wizard Of Oz Goes Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Raw Thrills Unveils the New Wizard of Oz Redemption Arcade Game
Skokie, IL (March 1, 2025) – Raw Thrills, a leader in innovative arcade games, is excited to announce the launch of The Wizard of Oz redemption game. (Officially Licensed by Warner Bros.) The Wizard of Oz brings the beloved classic film to life, transporting players to a magical world of adventure, skill, and ticket-winning
excitement.
Designed to appeal to players of all ages, The Wizard of Oz challenges arcade-goers to collect iconic redeemable and reusable character cards — featuring Dorothy, Toto, Tin Man, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, Glinda, the Wizard, and the Wicked Witch of the West! Spin the gigantic magical crystal ball to enter the land of Oz. Travel down the Yellow Brick Road to unlock special bonuses, and experience the stunning interactive adventures of Oz. Original Technicolor movie clips and state-of-the-art CGI animations fill the vibrant, massively immersive 110” vertical screen display! With the legendary reliability of Raw Thrills hardware and compelling gameplay, The Wizard of Oz redemption game offers both nostalgia and cutting-edge entertainment.
“We wanted to create something special that captures the friendly magical world of The Wizard of Oz while delivering a fresh, engaging experience for players of all ages,” said Eugene Jarvis, CEO at Raw Thrills. “This game is the perfect mix of skill and fun, rewarding players with stunning gameplay, vibrant sound and graphics, and collectible cards! Expand your card collection and come back again and again for the big ticket rewards.”
The Wizard of Oz Arcade redemption game is now available for family entertainment centers, arcades, and amusement venues worldwide. Operators can expect high engagement and repeat play thanks to its interactive elements and beloved theme.
For more information on The Wizard of Oz Arcade or to inquire about ordering, please visit www.RawThrills.com or contact Saki Anderson at Saki@rawthrills.com.
About Raw Thrills
Raw Thrills is a premier arcade video game manufacturer known for creating high-quality, engaging experiences that bring joy to players of all ages. With a commitment to innovation and entertainment, Raw Thrills continues to redefine the arcade landscape with exciting new games and attractions.
