# Details of the New Pinball Brothers Queen Pinball Machine **Source:** Knapp Arcade **Type:** article **Published:** 2022-07-21 **Beat:** Pinball **URL:** https://www.knapparcade.org/details-of-the-new-pinball-brothers-queen-pinball-machine --- ## Analysis Pinball Brothers has officially revealed their Queen-themed pinball machine in two editions: Champion Edition ($9,295) and limited Rhapsody Edition ($10,995, 1,000 units). The game features 14 Queen songs with band member callouts, RGB lighting, HiFidelity sound with 8" bass speaker, and signature playfield features including Brian May's Red Special guitar as an upper playfield and Wembley Stadium ball lock. Wizard mode is titled 'I Want it All!' and shipments begin Q1 2023. ### Key Claims - [HIGH] Queen pinball machine will be available in Champion Edition and Rhapsody Edition (limited to 1,000 units) — _Official product announcement with specific production tier and unit cap_ - [HIGH] Game features 14 licensed Queen songs and band member callouts — _Complete song list provided in official announcement_ - [HIGH] Champion Edition MSRP is $9,295 and Rhapsody Edition MSRP is $10,995 — _Explicit pricing stated in official announcement_ - [HIGH] Playfield includes Brian May's Red Special guitar as upper playfield with ball lock mechanism — _Specific mechanical feature described in product details_ - [HIGH] Champion Edition machines will begin shipping in Q1 2023 — _Official timeline provided in announcement_ ### Notable Quotes > "The game will be available as two versions, the Champion Edition and the Rhapsody Edition, the latter of which will be limited to 1,000 units." > — **Knapp Arcade (reporting official announcement)** > _Establishes two-tier product strategy with scarcity differentiation on Rhapsody Edition_ > "The pin also includes Brian May's legendary Red Special guitar, in the shape of an upper playfield where you can lock balls to start the Red Special multiball." > — **Knapp Arcade (reporting official announcement)** > _Key playfield feature and signature mechanical element tying to band IP_ > "The object of the game is for players to collect autographs, instruments, band members, tour passes and posters on your way to eventually reaching the final wizard mode 'I Want it All!'" > — **Knapp Arcade (reporting official announcement)** > _Defines game progression structure and wizard mode objective_ ### Entities | Name | Type | Context | |------|------|---------| | Pinball Brothers | company | Boutique pinball manufacturer producing Queen-themed machine with two edition tiers | | Queen | organization | Rock band providing IP, 14 licensed songs, and member callouts for pinball game | | Brian May | person | Queen guitarist; Red Special guitar featured as upper playfield mechanic in game | | Knapp Arcade | company | Arcade retailer/publication reporting official product announcement | | Queen Pop Up Store on Carnaby Street | event | Location where Pinball Brothers conducted surprise product reveal in London (fall prior to announcement) | ### Topics - **Primary:** Product announcement and official reveal, Music IP licensing in pinball, Two-tier limited edition pricing strategy - **Secondary:** Playfield mechanical features and design, Audio/sound system specifications ### Sentiment **Positive** (0.85) — Announcement tone is enthusiastic and celebratory. Article emphasizes innovative design elements (Red Special upper playfield), licensed music content, and premium audio specifications. Positive framing of product differentiation between Champion and Rhapsody editions. No criticism or concerns raised. ### Signals - **[licensing_signal]** Queen band actively involved in pinball game production with member-recorded callouts and song licensing (14 tracks) (confidence: high) — Official announcement states 'members of Queen have recorded callouts for the game' and lists specific 14 Queen songs integrated into gameplay - **[market_signal]** Pinball Brothers pursuing music IP (Queen) licensing as strategic content differentiator, indicating broader trend of boutique manufacturers securing high-profile entertainment licenses (confidence: medium) — Queen is major global music brand; selection for pinball game demonstrates licensing marketplace activity and boutique manufacturer ability to compete for premium IP - **[market_signal]** Queen pinball priced at $9,295-$10,995 range, consistent with premium modern pinball pricing tier ($9K-$11K) for licensed games (confidence: high) — MSRP pricing clearly stated for both editions; positions game in established premium segment alongside other licensed premium releases - **[announcement]** Official full reveal of Pinball Brothers Queen pinball machine with complete specifications, pricing, and ship timeline (confidence: high) — Comprehensive product details including song list, MSRP pricing ($9,295 / $10,995), production tier limits, and Q1 2023 ship date provided in official announcement channel - **[product_strategy]** Two-tier pricing strategy with Rhapsody Edition (limited to 1,000 units) positioned as premium tier at $10,995 vs Champion Edition at $9,295; both share core features (RGB lighting, HiFidelity sound) (confidence: high) — Explicit unit cap on Rhapsody Edition (1,000 units) and $1,700 price delta between tiers; no feature differentiation stated between editions beyond scarcity --- ## Transcript We all have been excitedly talking about it since the Company’s surprise reveal at the Queen Pop Up Store on Carnaby Street in London that I revealed here first last fall. Well, now the time has come for the full reveal of the Pinball Brothers new Queen pinball machine! The game will be available as two versions, the Champion Edition and the Rhapsody Edition, the latter of which will be limited to 1,000 units. Both editions of the game contain full RGB lighting and a HiFidelity sound system, including an 8” bass speaker. The game contains the following 14 Live songs from the band: A Kind Of Magic Another One Bites The Dust Bohemian Rhapsody Hammer To Fall I Want To Break Free Killer Queen One Vision Play The Game Radio Ga Ga Seven Seas Of Rhye Somebody To Love We Will Rock You We Are The Champions Who Wants To Live Forever In addition to these songs, members of Queen have recorded callouts for the game. The pin also includes Brian May’s legendary Red Special guitar, in the shape of an upper playfield where you can lock balls to start the Red Special multiball. Players can also lock balls in the Wembley Stadium ball lock. The object of the game is for players to collect autographs, instruments, band members, tour passes and posters on your way to eventually reaching the final wizard mode “I Want it All!” Pre-Orders are available through Pinball Brothers distributors now. Champions Edition machines will begin to ship during the first quarter of 2023. The game’s MSRPs are $9,295 for the Champions Edition and $10,995 for the Rhapsody Edition. _(Acquisition: raw_text, Enrichment: v1)_ --- *Exported from Journalist Tool on 2026-04-13 | Item ID: 1de5b757-ed41-4cab-8f4a-6e060444f3b7*