# FUNHOUSE REMAKE REVEALED

**Source:** Pinball News Website  
**Type:** article  
**Published:** 2024-05-14  
**Beat:** Pinball

**URL:** https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2024/05/14/funhouse-remake-revealed

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## Analysis

Pedretti Gaming officially announced Funhouse Remake, their first commercial pinball release, available in Classic Edition ($7,499) and Midnight Limited Edition ($9,999, 750 units) variants. Both feature 21.5" LCD displays, RGB lighting, and original plus enhanced 1.5 code; the Limited Edition adds new artwork by Brian Allen, 2.0 code, shaker motor, and premium components. Manufacturing will occur at Euro Pinball Corp facility in Italy in partnership with Pinball Brothers.

### Key Claims

- [HIGH] Funhouse Remake Midnight Limited Edition production limited to 750 units globally — _Official Pedretti Gaming press release and article specification_
- [HIGH] Both editions include original game code (1.0) plus enhanced 1.5 version; Limited Edition also includes new 2.0 code — _Official product specifications in press release_
- [HIGH] Limited Edition features reimagined artwork by Brian Allen/Flyland Designs throughout playfield, cabinet, and backbox — _Press release and detailed visual documentation_
- [HIGH] Manufacturing will occur at Euro Pinball Corp facility established with Pinball Brothers for Alien, Queen, and ABBA titles — _Article statement: 'manufactured in Italy at the Euro Pinball Corp. facility established in conjunction with Pinball Brothers'_
- [HIGH] Limited Edition includes 24-month electronics warranty and 12-month mechanical warranty; Classic Edition has 12-month electronics and 6-month mechanical — _Official feature comparison in press release_

### Notable Quotes

> "Funhouse Remake combines the gameplay of the original machine with updated technology and reimagined artwork, creating an unforgettable pinball experience for players."
> — **Pedretti Gaming (press release)**, 5/14/2024
> _Official positioning statement emphasizing modernization of classic 1990 title with contemporary technology and artistic updates_

> "The 2.0 code adds new graphics, new music and callouts, and new rules, multiballs & modes to extend the overall gameplay experience."
> — **Pedretti Gaming (press release)**, 5/14/2024
> _Describes substantive gameplay enhancements exclusive to Limited Edition, justifying premium positioning_

> "Limited to 750 games globally, the Midnight Limited Edition model features a completely reimagined hand drawn art package by pinball artist, Brian Allen/Flyland Designs."
> — **Pedretti Gaming (press release)**, 5/14/2024
> _Establishes scarcity strategy and artist attribution for premium variant_

### Entities

| Name | Type | Context |
|------|------|---------|
| Pedretti Gaming | company | Italian pinball remake manufacturer releasing Funhouse Remake as first commercial title |
| Funhouse Remake | game | Pedretti Gaming's modernized remake of 1990 Williams classic Funhouse, available in Classic and Midnight Limited editions |
| Planetary Pinball Supply Inc. | company | Partnership with Pedretti Gaming; appears to serve as distributor/partner for Funhouse Remake |
| Brian Allen | person | Pinball artist (Flyland Designs) who created reimagined artwork for Midnight Limited Edition playfield, cabinet, and backbox |
| Euro Pinball Corp | company | Manufacturing facility in Italy established with Pinball Brothers for production of Pedretti games including Alien, Queen, ABBA, and Funhouse Remake |
| Pinball Brothers | company | Partner in Euro Pinball Corp manufacturing facility; also produces Pinball Brothers branded games (Alien, Queen, ABBA) |
| Williams | company | Original manufacturer of classic 1990 Funhouse pinball machine being remade by Pedretti |
| Pinball.Com | company | Master U.S. distributor for Funhouse Remake and approved sub-dealers |
| Flyland Designs | company | Company/artist brand associated with Brian Allen; created artwork for Limited Edition |
| Rudy's Nightmare 2.0 | game | Pedretti's previous remake kit that introduced mystery mirror 4-inch LCD panel technology now integrated into Funhouse Remake |

### Topics

- **Primary:** Classic pinball game remakes and modernization, Two-tier pricing and product differentiation strategy, Limited edition scarcity and collector appeal, LCD display and RGB lighting technology integration in remakes
- **Secondary:** European pinball manufacturing and international expansion, Game code updates and gameplay enhancement tiers, Pinball artwork and aesthetic reimagining

### Sentiment

**Positive** (0.85) — Article presents Funhouse Remake as a well-executed, feature-rich remake with professional manufacturing partnership and clear product differentiation. Detailed specifications and professional presentation suggest quality execution. No critical concerns or negative sentiment present in announcement.

### Signals

- **[business_signal]** Euro Pinball Corp manufacturing facility operational partnership with Pinball Brothers for simultaneous production of multiple titles (Alien, Queen, ABBA, Funhouse Remake) (confidence: high) — Article states: 'manufactured in Italy at the Euro Pinball Corp. facility established in conjunction with Pinball Brothers to initially build Alien and Queen games, along with their new ABBA title'
- **[market_signal]** Pedretti Gaming entering commercial pinball market with established partnership distribution through Planetary Pinball Supply and Pinball.Com (confidence: high) — Press release confirms Pinball.Com as 'master U.S. distributor' with approved sub-dealers and authorized Pedretti distributors worldwide
- **[market_signal]** $2,500 price differential between Classic ($7,499) and Limited Edition ($9,999) for new artwork, code upgrades, and premium components; positions remake at mainstream consumer pricing versus boutique tier (confidence: high) — Official MSRP pricing in press release; $7,499-$9,999 range positions beneath new commercial pinball baseline pricing
- **[announcement]** Pedretti Gaming officially announces Funhouse Remake as first commercial pinball release following teaser video (confidence: high) — Full press release with detailed specifications, pricing, and availability from manufacturer on 5/14/2024
- **[product_strategy]** Classic vs. Limited Edition strategy with distinct feature sets: Classic uses original artwork and basic code; Limited Edition includes Brian Allen reimagined art, 2.0 code, RGB lighting effects, shaker motor, and premium warranties (confidence: high) — Detailed feature matrix and specifications showing significant feature differentiation between $7,499 and $9,999 tiers
- **[product_strategy]** Limited Edition scarcity strategy: 750-unit production limit globally creates FOMO-based collector appeal with exclusive topper availability (confidence: high) — Press release: 'Limited to 750 games globally' with 'limited edition topper will also be made available for purchase at a later date. This topper will be available exclusively to Midnight Limited Edition buyers'

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## Transcript

Following our report on their teaser video, Pedretti Pinball today released details of the first title in their planned series of Williams/Bally remakes, Funhouse Remake. The game will be available in two versions, Classic Edition and Midnight Limited Edition, with the Midnight Limited Edition restricted to a run of 750 units. ![The two editions of Funhouse Remake](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/013-funhouse-remake.jpg) The two editions of Funhouse Remake The Classic Edition uses the original artwork for the cabinet, backbox, translite and playfield, while the Limited Edition has Brian Allen’s reimagined artwork throughout, including on the playfield, the plastics , the speaker panel and the new inner cabinet artwork. Both models include the mystery mirror 4-inch LCD panel introduced with Pedretti’s Rudy’s Nightmare 2.0 kit, while the manual ball plunger on the main shooter lane has been augmented with an autoplunger for use with the enhanced rulesets. Both versions use a 21.5-inch LCD display panel in place of the game’s original 2×16 digit alphanumeric displays. Let’s look at both editions, starting with the Classic. Classic Edition ![The left side of the Classic Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/101-funhouse-remake-scaled.jpg) The left side of the Classic Edition ![The front of the Classic Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/102-funhouse-remake.jpg) The front of the Classic Edition ![The right side of the Classic Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/103-funhouse-remake-scaled.jpg) The right side of the Classic Edition ![The Classic Edition's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/104-funhouse-remake.jpg) The Classic Edition’s playfield Midnight Limited Edition ![The left side of the Limited Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/201-funhouse-remake-scaled.jpg) The left side of the Limited Edition ![The front of the Limited Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/202-funhouse-remake.jpg) The front of the Limited Edition ![The right side of the Limited Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/203-funhouse-remake-scaled.jpg) The right side of the Limited Edition ![The new backbox artwork by Brian Allen](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/014-funhouse-remake.jpg) The new backbox artwork by Brian Allen ![The Limited Edition's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/204-funhouse-remake.jpg) The Limited Edition’s playfield Both editions come with the original game code plus an enhanced ‘1.5’ version. The Limited Edition also includes new 2.0 code which is available as an upgrade for the Classic Edition. ![The clock area from the Midnight Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/207-funhouse-remake.jpg) The clock area from the Midnight Limited Edition model The Limited Edition also comes with a shaker motor, anti-reflective glass, RGB LED lighting effects in the bottom apron, the inner cabinet art as well as in the backbox and around Rudy’s eyes. It also features a midnight blue powdercoat to the metalwork. ![The upper part of the playfield from the Midnight Limited Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/208-funhouse-remake.jpg) The Edition The games also include a 3.5mm (1/8th inch) headphone jack, RGB general illumination and RGB lighting in the pop bumpers and the standup targets. The Limited Edition also gains an enhanced sound system, a numbered metal plaque and a certificate of authenticity ‘signed’ by Rudy himself. It also comes with an extended warranty of 24 months on the electronics and 12 months on the mechanical components, where the Classic Edition only has 12 month of electronics and 6 months of mechanical warranty. ![Playfield artwork from the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/209-funhouse-remake.jpg) Playfield artwork from the Limited Edition model including the illuminated Gangway sign ![The artwork around the flippers in the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/210-funhouse-remake.jpg) The model ![The RGB illuminated standup targets with the Limited Edition artwork](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/211-funhouse-remake.jpg) The artwork The prices for the two have been set at $7,499 for the Classic Edition and $9,999 for the Limited Edition. The game will be manufactured in Italy at the Euro Pinball Corp. facility established in conjunction with Pinball Brothers to initially build Alien and Queen games, along with their new ABBA title. A special Remake topper will be available to purchase at a later date for the Limited Edition, while the previously-announced topper for the Rudy’s Nightmare 2.0 kit is available now for the Classic Edition. Here’s a comparison of the features in the two editions: ![The feature matrix for the two models](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/012-funhouse-remake.jpg) The feature matrix for the two models There are flyers available for both models too. Here they are: ![The front of the Classic Edition flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/105-funhouse-remake.jpg) The front of the Classic Edition flyer ![The back of the Classic Edition flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/106-funhouse-remake.jpg) The back of the Classic Edition flyer ![The front of the Limited Edition flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/205-funhouse-remake.jpg) The front of the Limited Edition flyer ![The back of the Limited Edition flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/funhouse-remake/206-funhouse-remake.jpg) The back of the Limited Edition flyer Here’s how Pedretti announced their first Remake game: | | | --- | | Rudy is Back!! Funhouse Remake Pinball Machine Unveiled! Bagnatica, Italy, 5/14/2024 – Pedretti Gaming (Pedretti), in partnership with Planetary Pinball Supply Inc. (PPS), announces their first pinball machine, Funhouse Remake. Inspired by the original 1990 classic, Funhouse Remake combines the gameplay of the original machine with updated technology and reimagined artwork, creating an unforgettable pinball experience for players. Funhouse Remake pinball machines are available in two models: Classic Edition (CE) and Midnight Limited Edition (LE). Both models include a 21.5″ XL LCD Display, playfield 4″ LCD mini display, fully integrated RGB lightshows, and RGB target lights. Both models also include the original game code (1.0) and enhanced original game code (1.5). The enhanced original game code adds additional DMD display effects with new animation, extended settings and adjustments, a ball saver, and an auto-launcher. The Classic Edition model features the original game artwork from the 1990 game. Limited to 750 games globally, the Midnight Limited Edition model features a completely reimagined hand drawn art package by pinball artist, Brian Allen/Flyland Designs. This stunning package includes new playfield, cabinet decals, speaker panel, plastics, interior art blades, and translite art. The Midnight Limited Edition model also includes 2.0 game code. The 2.0 code adds new graphics, new music and callouts, and new rules, multiballs & modes to extend the overall gameplay experience. The Midnight Limited Edition model also includes an enhanced sound system, “Special Midnight Blue” metal armor trim, apron RGB lightshow, fully integrated art blade lightshows, special magic glass, shaker motor, Funhouse Funfair title lights, RGB lighting in Rudy’s eyes, a sequentially numbered plaque, a Funhouse engraved watch, and a Certificate of Authenticity stamped by Rudy. A fully integrated limited edition topper will also be made available for purchase at a later date. This topper will be available exclusively to Midnight Limited Edition buyers. Additional upgrades and add-ons for the Classic Edition will be available for purchase, including 2.0 game code, shaker motor, and a topper. Pricing and Availability: Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”) before shipping and taxes – Classic Edition: $7,499 USD – Midnight Limited Edition: $9,999 USD European price: – Classic Edition 6999€ + VAT – Limited Edition 9299€ + VAT Funhouse Remake pinball games and accessories are available to order on Pinball.Com, the master U.S distributor, as well as its approved sub-dealers, and authorized Pedretti distributors worldwide. | | | The Pedretti Pinball press release

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