# Brand New Video Teaser for American Pinball's Next Game, Galactic Tank Force!

**Source:** Knapp Arcade  
**Type:** article  
**Published:** 2023-02-25  
**Beat:** Pinball

**URL:** https://www.knapparcade.org/brand-new-video-teaser-for-american-pinball-s-next-game-galactic-tank-force

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## Analysis

American Pinball released a video teaser for Galactic Tank Force, an upcoming Dennis Nordman-designed machine featuring retro-futuristic artwork by Christopher Franchi. The game stars Kerri Hoskins (known for Mortal Kombat 3's Sonya Blade) alongside Jeff Hoover and Mitchell Pollitt. The author expresses optimism about the game's commercial potential.

### Key Claims

- [HIGH] American Pinball released a video teaser for Galactic Tank Force — _Direct announcement in article title and opening_
- [HIGH] Galactic Tank Force is designed by Dennis Nordman — _Explicitly stated in opening paragraph_
- [HIGH] The game features artwork by Christopher Franchi in retro-futuristic style — _Described in opening paragraph as continuing the style from first picture teaser_
- [HIGH] The game stars Kerri Hoskins, known for Sonya Blade in Mortal Kombat 3 — _Explicitly stated with detailed filmography context_
- [HIGH] The cast also includes Jeff Hoover and Mitchell Pollitt — _Stated in the cast description paragraph_

### Notable Quotes

> "The cool retro-futuristic style from renowned artist Christopher Franchi that the company shared in its first picture teaser is very evident in the video."
> — **Knapp Arcade (author)**
> _Confirms Christopher Franchi's artistic involvement and establishes visual direction of the game_

> "Hopefully we'll see some more of AP's next game, which I think is going to be its biggest hit yet, soon."
> — **Knapp Arcade (author)**
> _Expresses optimistic prediction about Galactic Tank Force's commercial success; notable given KB context of previous GTF market performance struggles_

### Entities

| Name | Type | Context |
|------|------|---------|
| American Pinball | company | Pinball manufacturer releasing Galactic Tank Force |
| Galactic Tank Force | game | Upcoming American Pinball machine with retro-futuristic theme, designed by Dennis Nordman |
| Dennis Nordman | person | Pinball designer of Galactic Tank Force |
| Christopher Franchi | person | Artist for Galactic Tank Force, known for retro-futuristic visual style; recently transitioned from Stern to boutique manufacturers |
| Kerri Hoskins | person | Actress starring in Galactic Tank Force; best known for Sonya Blade role in Mortal Kombat 3 arcade game |
| Jeff Hoover | person | Cast member in Galactic Tank Force |
| Mitchell Pollitt | person | Cast member in Galactic Tank Force |
| Mortal Kombat 3 | product | Classic arcade game where Kerri Hoskins played Sonya Blade |
| Revolution X | product | Midway arcade shooter featuring Aerosmith theme; Kerri Hoskins appeared in this game |
| NBA Jam | product | Iconic Midway arcade game featuring Kerri Hoskins |

### Topics

- **Primary:** Game announcement and teaser release, Designer and artist credits, Celebrity talent and casting
- **Secondary:** Visual design and aesthetic direction, Market optimism and commercial expectations

### Sentiment

**Positive** (0.85) — Author is enthusiastic about the teaser, optimistic about commercial prospects ('biggest hit yet'), and uses celebratory language ('What a glorious time in the hobby'). No criticism or concerns expressed about the game or manufacturer.

### Signals

- **[market_signal]** American Pinball employing tiered teaser strategy (picture teaser followed by video teaser with cast details) to build anticipation for Galactic Tank Force launch (confidence: medium) — Author references 'first picture teaser' preceding video teaser, indicating sequential reveal campaign
- **[community_signal]** Christopher Franchi artwork featured prominently on American Pinball project, consistent with his known transition from Stern to boutique manufacturers (confidence: high) — 'Renowned artist Christopher Franchi' providing visual direction for AP's next game
- **[announcement]** American Pinball officially teases Galactic Tank Force with video content following initial picture teaser, signaling preparation for full launch announcement (confidence: high) — Video teaser released with new cast details and visual confirmation of retro-futuristic aesthetic

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## Transcript

This morning American Pinball dropped the first ever video teaser for its upcoming new Dennis Nordman-designed pinball machine, Galactic Tank Force. The cool retro-futuristic style from renowned artist Christopher Franchi that the company shared in its first picture teaser is very evident in the video.

We were given some new facts about the game in the short clip. The game stars Kerri Hoskins, who is probably best known for her work as Sonya blade in the classic arcade game Mortal Kombat 3. Kerri also appeared in a couple of other Midway Games classics such as the Aerosmith-themed arcade shooter Revolution X and the iconic NBA Jam. The cast also features Jeff Hoover and Mitchell Pollitt.

Hopefully we'll see some more of AP's next game, which I think is going to be its biggest hit yet, soon. What a glorious time in the hobby.

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