# THE WALKING DEAD REMASTERED REVEALED **Source:** Pinball News Website **Type:** article **Published:** 2025-11-04 **Beat:** Pinball **URL:** https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2025/11/04/the-walking-dead-remastered-revealed/ --- ## Analysis Stern Pinball officially announced The Walking Dead Remastered on November 4, 2025, marking the second entry in their Remastered series. The game runs on Spike 3 hardware and features updated artwork by Robert Laskey, enhanced mechanical components (Well Walker bash toy, stepper-motor-driven crossbow), new voice acting from Michael Rooker and Danai Gurira, and Expression Lighting on the Limited Edition. Available in Premium ($9,699) and Limited Edition ($12,999, capped at 500 units), representing a $2,104 and $4,404 increase from the original 2014 pricing. ### Key Claims - [HIGH] The Walking Dead Remastered is the second Remastered title, coming almost exactly one year after Metallica Remastered — _Official Stern Pinball announcement and Pinball News article_ - [HIGH] John Borg heads up the design team for The Walking Dead Remastered — _Official Stern Pinball announcement; KB confirms Borg as legendary designer_ - [HIGH] Premium model costs $9,699 and Limited Edition costs $12,999 — _Official pricing in Stern announcement and article_ - [HIGH] Limited Edition restricted to a maximum of 500 units — _Official announcement and article headline_ - [HIGH] Game runs on Spike 3 hardware with 18.5-inch LCD panel, improved audio, and RGB LED lighting — _Official technical specifications in announcement_ - [HIGH] New voice talent from Michael Rooker (Merle) and Danai Gurira (Michonne) — _Official announcement details_ - [HIGH] Original 2014 Walking Dead Premium cost $7,595 and Limited Edition cost $8,595 — _Article comparison with original pricing_ - [HIGH] Mechanical improvements include solenoid-controlled Well Walker, stepper-motor-driven crossbow, and button rollovers replacing star rollovers — _Detailed playfield analysis in article with photographic evidence_ - [HIGH] The original Walking Dead from September 2014 only released in Pro and Limited Edition at launch, with Premium arriving three months later — _Historical article context_ - [HIGH] Artwork created by Robert Laskey, featuring vibrant red, orange and blue colors versus original's muted browns and greens — _Article credits and visual comparison with photos_ ### Notable Quotes > "The Walking Dead is one of the most memorable and influential pinball games in our time, and we're proud of the entire Stern team for elevating this iconic game onto our new platform." > — **Seth Davis, President & CEO of Stern Pinball**, Official announcement > _Leadership endorsement of the remaster as a flagship product elevating legacy IP_ > "This remaster exceeds the original in every conceivable way, and we can't wait for the next generation of The Walking Dead and pinball fans alike to get their hands on it." > — **Clayton Neuman, Head of Games & Franchise at AMC**, Official announcement > _IP licensor validation and cross-promotional enthusiasm_ > "The development team, led by John Borg, the designer of the original game, have created a modern version of the original masterpiece." > — **Stern Pinball official announcement**, Announcement text > _Official confirmation of Borg's role and positioning as continuation of original vision_ ### Entities | Name | Type | Context | |------|------|---------| | Stern Pinball | company | Manufacturer of The Walking Dead Remastered; largest designer and manufacturer of pinball games | | John Borg | person | Lead designer of The Walking Dead Remastered and original Walking Dead; legendary mechanical engineer | | The Walking Dead Remastered | game | Official November 2025 announcement of Spike 3 remake of original 2014 game | | Metallica Remastered | game | First Remastered title in series, preceded Walking Dead Remastered by approximately one year | | AMC Networks | company | IP licensor and partner for The Walking Dead franchise | | Robert Laskey | person | Fantasy, horror and sci-fi artist who created artwork for The Walking Dead Remastered | | Michael Rooker | person | Actor providing new voice callouts for Merle character in remaster | | Danai Gurira | person | Actor providing new voice callouts for Michonne character in remaster | | Seth Davis | person | President & CEO of Stern Pinball, quoted in official announcement | | Clayton Neuman | person | Head of Games & Franchise at AMC, quoted validating remaster quality | | Lyman Sheets | person | Co-designer of original 2014 Walking Dead game (credited as Lyman F. Sheats, Jr. in announcement) | | Spike 3 | product | Stern's third-generation hardware platform powering Walking Dead Remastered with 18.5-inch LCD, improved audio, RGB LEDs | | Expression Lighting | product | Lighting customization system featured on Limited Edition model with internal and external implementations | | Insider Connected | product | Stern's community network included with remaster for player tracking, achievements, and connectivity | | The Walking Dead (original 2014) | game | Original SAM-based game released September 2014, basis for remaster | ### Topics - **Primary:** Product Announcement and Revelation, Hardware Platform Upgrade (Spike 3), Mechanical Design Improvements, Pricing and Market Positioning - **Secondary:** Limited Edition Strategy and FOMO, Artwork and Aesthetic Refresh, Voice Acting and IP Talent, Remastered Series Strategy ### Sentiment **Positive** (0.85) — Enthusiastic official announcement with detailed technical specifications and aesthetic improvements. Leadership from both Stern and AMC express confidence in the product. Article provides comprehensive visual documentation and favorable comparisons to original. No criticism or negative concerns raised in content. ### Signals - **[announcement]** Stern Pinball officially announced The Walking Dead Remastered on November 4, 2025, with full specifications, pricing, and availability (confidence: high) — Official press release integrated into article with CEO and IP partner quotes - **[product_launch]** The Walking Dead Remastered available now through authorized Stern distributors; 500-unit Limited Edition cap (confidence: high) — Official announcement states 'available now' and includes MSRP pricing - **[product_strategy]** Limited Edition positioned at $12,999 (34% premium over original 2014 LE at $8,595), Premium at $9,699 (28% over original Pro $7,595) (confidence: high) — Explicit pricing comparison in article; $3,300 LE premium over Premium - **[design_innovation]** Well Walker converted from impact-driven to solenoid-controlled; crossbow upgraded from fixed to stepper-motor-driven; star rollovers redesigned as button rollovers (confidence: high) — Detailed playfield analysis with technical photos documenting each change - **[technology_signal]** The Walking Dead Remastered powered by Spike 3 platform: 18.5-inch full HD LCD, higher fidelity audio system, RGB lighting, improved Wi-Fi, wireless headphone support (confidence: high) — Official technical specifications in announcement and article - **[product_strategy]** Remastered series pattern established: Metallica Remastered (2024) followed by Walking Dead Remastered (2025) with one-year interval (confidence: medium) — Article states second Remastered title coming 'almost exactly one year' after first - **[collector_signal]** Limited Edition capped at 500 global units with sequential numbering, mirrored backglass, custom armor, signed certificate, and LE-exclusive Insider Connected badge (confidence: high) — Official feature matrix and announcement details exclusive LE benefits - **[licensing_signal]** AMC Networks actively partnering with Stern on Walking Dead remaster; IP holder validation suggesting strong franchise continuation (confidence: high) — Clayton Neuman (AMC Head of Games & Franchise) quoted praising remaster; joint announcement - **[personnel_signal]** John Borg retained as lead designer for Walking Dead Remastered, maintaining design vision from original 2014 game (confidence: high) — Official announcement: 'development team, led by John Borg, the designer of the original game' - **[sentiment_shift]** Official positioning emphasizes 'exceeds the original in every conceivable way' and targets 'next generation of fans'; contrasts with potential community skepticism about remasters (confidence: medium) — Clayton Neuman quote and Seth Davis framing as elevation of iconic game - **[event_signal]** Announcement on November 4, 2025; follow-up coverage planned for Pinball Industry News PINcast in November/December 2025 (confidence: high) — Article references upcoming PINcast coverage and monthly Pinball Magazine collaboration - **[market_signal]** Walking Dead Remastered priced at cornerstone title level ($9,699 Premium, $12,999 LE); no Pro tier offered at launch unlike original 2014 release (confidence: high) — Article explicitly states 'Premium and Limited Edition models only' and confirms pricing equals 'Stern's cornerstone titles' --- ## Transcript Stern Pinball today revealed their latest game, *The Walking Dead Remastered*. This is the second ‘Remastered’ title, coming almost exactly one year after the first, *[Metallica Remastered](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2024/10/16/metallica-remastered-revealed/)*, and, as with that first game, John Borg heads up the design team. The ‘Remastered’ series takes a SAM-based dot-matrix game and upgrades many aspects, including the addition of an LCD panel, improved audio quality, RGB LED lighting replacing incandescent lamps, and more robust playfield mechanisms. The *Walking Dead Remastered* is only available as Premium and Limited Edition models, with the Limited Edition restricted to a maximum of 500 units. Pricing is the same as Stern’s cornerstone titles, meaning the Premium costs $9,699 and the Limited Edition $3,300 more, coming in at $12,999. Let’s take a look at the exterior of the two models. **Premium** [![The left side of the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/101-walking-dead-remastered-575x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/101-walking-dead-remastered-scaled.jpg) The left side of the Premium model [![The front of the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/102-walking-dead-remastered-381x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/102-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The front of the Premium model [![The front side of the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/103-walking-dead-remastered-551x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/103-walking-dead-remastered-scaled.jpg) The front side of the Premium model [![The translite artwork in the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/100-walking-dead-remastered-1024x645.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/100-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The translite artwork in the Premium model [![The model plaque and speakers on the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/110-walking-dead-remastered-816x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/110-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The model plaque and speakers on the Premium model [![Cabinet artwork from the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/113-walking-dead-remastered-1024x662.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/113-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Cabinet artwork from the Premium model [![Backbox artwork on the Premium Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/114-walking-dead-remastered-507x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/114-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Backbox artwork on the Premium Edition **Limited Edition** [![The left side of the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/201-walking-dead-remastered-589x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/201-walking-dead-remastered-scaled.jpg) The left side of the Limited Edition model [![The front of the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/202-walking-dead-remastered-390x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/202-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The front of the Limited Edition model [![The right side of the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/203-walking-dead-remastered-599x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/203-walking-dead-remastered-scaled.jpg) The right side of the Limited Edition model [![The mirrored backglass in the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/200-walking-dead-remastered-1024x642.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/200-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The mirrored backglass in the Limited Edition model [![The mirroring on the Limited Edition's backglass artwork](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/208-walking-dead-remastered-1024x927.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/208-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The mirroring on the Limited Edition’s backglass artwork [![The model plaque and speakers on the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/207-walking-dead-remastered-675x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/207-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The numbered model plaque and speakers on the Limited Edition model [![Custom side rails on the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/227-walking-dead-remastered-1024x675.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/227-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Custom side rails on the Limited Edition model [![Right side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/230-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/230-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Right side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model [![Right side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/231-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/231-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Right side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model [![Left side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/228-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/228-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Left side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model [![Left side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/229-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/229-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Left side cabinet artwork on the Limited Edition model The artwork for the Remastered editions comes from fantasy, horror and sci-fi artist, [Robert Laskey](https://www.robertlaskey.com/). As you can see, both models feature vibrant red, orange and blue colours in Zac Stark contrast to the much more muted browns and greens of the original *The Walking Dead* game. Here’s a reminder of how the SAM-based *The Walking Dead* game looked when it was first announced on 9th September, 2014, compared with the equivalent models from today’s reveal: [![The original Premium and Limited Edition models of The Walking Dead](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/300-walking-dead-remastered-1024x825.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/300-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The original Premium and Limited Edition models of The Walking Dead [![The Premium and Limited Edition models of The Walking Dead Remastered](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/301-walking-dead-remastered-1024x911.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/301-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Premium and Limited Edition models of The Walking Dead Remastered For those interested in prices, [the original *The Walking Dead* from eleven years ago](https://www.pinballnews.com/games/walkingdead/index3.html) cost $7,595 (vs $9,699 for the Remastered) for the Premium and $8,595 (vs $12,999 for the Remastered) for the Limited Edition. Back in September 2014, only the Pro and Limited Edition models were released at launch. The Premium model came [a full three months later](https://www.pinballnews.com/games/walkingdead/index4.html) following some doubt about whether a mid-tier version would be produced at all. *The Walking Dead Remastered* runs on the new SPIKE 3 board system, giving full HD graphics, improved sound quality, better Wi-Fi stability and the potential for using wireless Bluetooth headphones. The newer system also adds Insider Connected which wasn’t available for the original release. Also added to the Remastered are new voice calls from actors Michael Rooker and Danai Gurira who play the characters Merle and Michonne respectively. The Limited Edition model includes special laser-cut side rails with Expression Lighting on both the inside and outside, as well as the Expression Speaker Lighting system. So far there is no information on any topper. [![Internal and external Expression Lighting](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/206-walking-dead-remastered-1024x574.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/206-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Internal and external Expression Lighting **Playfield** So, let’s dive inside to look at the playfield. Both models have the same playfield toys and artwork, with the Expression Lighting being the main differentiator. [![The Premium model's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/104-walking-dead-remastered-513x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/104-walking-dead-remastered-scaled.jpg) The Premium model’s playfield [![The Limited Edition model's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/204-walking-dead-remastered-515x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/204-walking-dead-remastered-scaled.jpg) The Limited Edition model’s playfield [![The Premium and Limited Edition playfields](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/001-walking-dead-remastered-1020x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/001-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Premium and Limited Edition playfields By subtracting the Premium model’s playfield from the Limited Edition’s, we are left with just the differences between them which, as you can see below, are really just the cabinet’s Expression Lighting and the bottom apron’s left side artwork. [![The Limited Edition playfield with the Premium's playfield subtracted](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/002-walking-dead-remastered-513x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/002-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Limited Edition playfield with the Premium’s playfield subtracted We’ll mostly look at the Limited Edition as that includes the art blades on the interior cabinet sides. [![The left side of the Limited Edition's bottom apron](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/209-walking-dead-remastered-1024x774.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/209-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The left side of the Limited Edition’s bottom apron with Lead Designer John Borg’s signature [![The right side of the Limited Edition's bottom apron](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/211-walking-dead-remastered-1024x760.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/211-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The right side of the Limited Edition’s bottom apron [![The left side of the Premium edition's bottom apron](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/106-walking-dead-remastered-1024x804.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/106-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The left side of the Premium edition’s bottom apron [![The right side of the Premium edition's bottom apron](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/107-walking-dead-remastered-1024x847.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/107-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The right side of the Premium edition’s bottom apron [![The game's instruction card](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/210-walking-dead-remastered-1024x569.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/210-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The game’s instruction card The two slingshots have now gained sculpted heads, although they appear to be static models. [![The left slingshot sculpt](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/216-walking-dead-remastered-845x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/216-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The left slingshot sculpt [![The right slingshot sculpt](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/215-walking-dead-remastered-799x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/215-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The right slingshot sculpt Some of the playfield mechanisms have been redesigned. The Well Walker is now solenoid controlled rather than relying on the impact of the ball to create movement. The magnet is also more pronounced and robust. [![The new Well Walker bash toy](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/214-walking-dead-remastered-1024x655.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/214-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The new Well Walker bash toy [![The Well Walker's magnet and insert design](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/109-walking-dead-remastered-683x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/109-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Well Walker’s magnet and insert design The crossbow toy, not originally included in the Pro model, is now driven by a stepper motor, so its speed and position are both more controllable. [![The crossbow ball shooter](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/112-walking-dead-remastered.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/112-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The crossbow ball shooter [![The crossbow ball shooter](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/226-walking-dead-remastered-1024x666.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/226-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The crossbow ball shooter The original *The Walking Dead* game saw the welcome return of star rollovers in the shot leading to the top lanes. These have been redesigned in the Remastered edition to become button rollovers instead. [![The star rollovers are now button rollovers](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/220-walking-dead-remastered-1024x652.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/220-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The star rollovers are now button rollovers The Cell Block C model looks largely unchanged from the original design. [![Cell Block C](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/219-walking-dead-remastered-1024x705.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/219-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Cell Block C [![Bash the doors to open them](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/221-walking-dead-remastered-1024x787.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/221-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) Bash the doors to open them [![The doors open](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/225-walking-dead-remastered-749x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/225-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The doors open Also largely unchanged is the Governor’s fish tank, containing the three Walkers’ heads, though the green lighting does appear more intense. [![The Governor's fish tank](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/218-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/218-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Governor’s fish tank [![The Governor's fish tank](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/111-walking-dead-remastered-1024x624.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/111-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Governor’s fish tank The Bicycle Girl lift ramp on the left looks pretty much as before, though it does appear to have gained a rather unsightly plastic sign mounted above it. [![The Bicycle Girl lift ramp](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/224-walking-dead-remastered-689x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/224-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Bicycle Girl lift ramp [![The top of the Bicycle Girl ramp](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/212-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/212-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The top of the Bicycle Girl ramp Let’s finish with a few more shots of the Remastered playfield. [![The Woodbury shot](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/213-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/213-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The Woodbury shot with a new sign [![New playfield artwork](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/108-walking-dead-remastered-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/108-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) New playfield artwork [![The interior Expression Lighting](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/205-walking-dead-remastered-1024x562.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/205-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The interior Expression Lighting [![The playfield in the Premium edition without the art blades or Expression Lighting](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/105-walking-dead-remastered-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/105-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The playfield in the Premium edition without the art blades or Expression Lighting Adding the new 18.5″ LCD panel to *The Walking Dead Remastered* obvious requires a whole new set of display animations to be created along with a new user interface to show scores, credits, ball count and other game information. Details of these are limited, but some are shown in this promo video created by Stern. VIDEO Here’s Stern’s feature matrix comparing the Premium and Limited Edition models, showing what is included in each. [![The feature matrix for The Walking Dead Remastered](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/003-walking-dead-remastered-795x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/003-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The feature matrix for The Walking Dead Remastered There are also flyers for both models. **Premium** [![The front of the Premium flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/115-walking-dead-remastered-796x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/115-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The front of the Premium flyer [![The back of the Premium flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/116-walking-dead-remastered-796x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/116-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The back of the Premium flyer **Limited Edition** [![The front of the Limited Edition flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/232-walking-dead-remastered-796x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/232-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The front of the Limited Edition flyer [![The back of the Limited Edition flyer](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/233-walking-dead-remastered-796x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/walking-dead-remastered/233-walking-dead-remastered.jpg) The back of the Limited Edition flyer Finally, here’s how Stern Pinball announced their new *The Walking Dead Remastered* game. | | | --- | | **Fight the Dead, Fear the Living in** ***The Walking Dead Remastered,*** **Stern Pinball’s Newest Pinball Machine**   *Stern Pinball and AMC Networks Invite Pinball Players to Survive The Walking Dead Remastered, Available Now* **CHICAGO, IL – November 4, 2025** – Today, Stern Pinball, Inc., the largest designer and manufacturer of pinball games in the world, in partnership with AMC Networks revealed and released ***The Walking Dead Remastered****–* a technologically advanced version of one of the most beloved pinball games of all time featuring one of the most well-known franchises in the world, **AMC’s *The Walking Dead***. This property has captivated global audiences since its television premiere in 2010. The hit TV series, spin-off shows, video games, merchandise, and more have reshaped the modern landscape of horror storytelling. Powered by Stern’s new SPIKE 3 technology platform, Stern Pinball is excited to bring to life ***The Walking Dead* *Remastered*** to the current generation of pinball players, taking them on an epic journey through legendary moments from the series as they fight to survive the apocalypse.  ***The Walking Dead Remastered*** pinball game is available now in Premium and Limited Edition (LE) models, along with a full line of accessories available soon. In Stern Pinball’s ***The Walking Dead Remastered*** pinball game, players will battle walkers and survive key scenes from *The Walking Dead* in an immersive physical pinball experience like none other.  The development team, led by John Borg, the designer of the original game, have created a modern version of the original masterpiece.  The playfield features enhanced versions of the “Cell Block C” Prison building, bicycle girl ramp, and an interactive Well Walker toy.  The fan-favorite crossbow device that shoots a pinball has been re-engineered and updated for increased precision and flexibility in gameplay.  The game also features new RGB lighting and illuminated zombie heads on the slingshots. Extra care and attention to detail have gone into every facet of ***The Walking Dead Remastered*,**honoring the original masterpiece by John Borg and Lyman F. Sheats Jr., Jr. The game includes an updated version of the revolutionary ruleset that introduced a new mode structure and risk-reward elements that have stood the test of time. Through the iconic Prison, Well Walker, and Blood Bath multiballs and the depth of each Dead Feature mode (Barn, CDC, Riot, Tunnel, and Arena), players are immersed in a pinball battle that can ultimately leave a “Last Man Standing”… that is, if you’re able to survive the Horde and escape Terminus along your adventure. In ***The Walking Dead Remastered***, players will be introduced to newly developed visuals that blend high-quality video elements with a vibrant painterly art style, both on the cabinet and on the display. Extraordinary care has been taken to ensure the new visuals mirror scenes from the classic game, while also going beyond with additional updates. Software enhancements will introduce additional game rules, including new custom audio call-outs from actors Michael Rooker (Merle) and Danai Gurira (Michonne). Players will also experience Stern’s Insider Connected (IC) system that provides advanced connectivity features, enabling real-time engagement and a more connected experience for all. ***The Walking Dead Remastered***featuresStern’s next-generation SPIKE 3 technology platform, which includes a larger 18.5” full HD display with true color depth, along with a more powerful processor, and a new high fidelity immersive audio system. Players will get to experience completely overhauled 3D-rendered graphics and custom animations that pay homage to the dot matrix display from the original  pinball machine. SPIKE 3 electronics also feature more efficient power handling, improved Wi-Fi support, and wireless headphone capabilities.  This release will also feature an updated cabinet lighting customization system designed to allow for internal and external expression lighting on all versions of the game. Limited to 500 games globally, the highly collectible Limited Edition model includes the updated Expression Lighting System™ and Speaker Expression Lighting System with *The Walking Dead*-themed game effects, a full-color mirrored backglass, full-color high-definition cabinet decals, exclusive custom ***The Walking Dead Remastered***pinball armor, a custom designer-autographed bottom arch, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball playfield glass, shaker motor, a sequentially numbered plaque, a signed Certificate of Authenticity, and a digital Insider Connected LE owner’s badge on registration. “*The Walking Dead*is one of the most memorable and influential pinball games in our time, and we’re proud of the entire Stern team for elevating this iconic game onto our new platform,” said Seth Davis, President & CEO of Stern Pinball. “We’re always looking to create new immersive and thrilling gameplay experiences in pinball, and there’s no better way to do that than by bringing*The Walking Dead* back from the dead and to an entirely new generation of zombie lovers and pinball players.” “*The Walking Dead*pinball was best-in-class when it debuted ten years ago, and its enduring appeal is a testament both to the game, and the strength of the franchise,” said Clayton Neuman, Head of Games & Franchise at AMC. “This remaster exceeds the original in every conceivable way, and we can’t wait for the next generation of *The Walking Dead*and pinball fans alike to get their hands on it.”  ***The Walking Dead Remastered***is available through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers worldwide. Find out more and contact us for availability in your location on the game information page[here](https://sternpinball.com/game/the-walking-dead-remastered/). Stay up to date by following Stern Pinball on[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/sternpinballinc),[Twitter](https://twitter.com/sternpinball),[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/sternpinball/),[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/sternpinball/), and[TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@sternpinball). **Pricing and Availability:** **Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”)\*:** *\*MSRP for sales to USA end-users before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes.*  Premium Edition:                                         $US 9,699   Limited Edition:                                           $US 12,999 ***The Walking Dead Remastered***pinball games feature Stern’s best-in-class commercial quality reliability backed by a pinball best-in-class one-year warranty. **About Insider Connected** Insider Connected™ is Stern Pinball’s community network that allows players and owners to engage with pinball games in rapidly expanding ways. The platform unites pinball players around the world and enhances fun through a variety of useful online features. Insider Connected is included with every new Stern product and is available as an add-on for existing games. Registration for Insider Connected is available at[insider.sternpinball.com](http://insider.sternpinball.com/) or in the intuitive Insider Connected™ mobile app on iOS and Android. By tapping a device on any enabled machine, players can track and resume game progress wherever they play, earn new game-specific achievements, engage with the pinball community, and participate in promotions and Challenge Quests. In addition to offering benefits to players, Insider Connected allows Stern to serve its game owners worldwide by upgrading games, offering new features and quests, and extending the longevity of machines for years to come. **About Stern Pinball, Inc.** Stern Pinball, Inc. creates compelling entertainment that inspires a lifetime love of games, sparks passion, forges friendships, and connects people everywhere through fun, innovative, technologically advanced pinball games and experiences.  Headquartered minutes from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport in the heart of North America, the company creates, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and distributes a full line of technologically advanced terrestrial and digital pinball games, parts, accessories, and merchandise.  Stern Pinball serves digital, consumer, commercial, and corporate markets around the globe. Recent Stern Pinball titles include *Star Wars: Fall of the Empire*, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island, *DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye*, Metallica Remastered, The Uncanny X-Men, John Wick, JAWS, Venom, Foo Fighters, James Bond, Rush, Godzilla, The Mandalorian, Led Zeppelin, Avengers: Infinity Quest, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Stranger Things, Elvira’s House of Horrors, Jurassic Park, Black Knight: Sword of Rage, The Munsters, The Beatles, Deadpool, Iron Maiden, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, Aerosmith, Ghostbusters, KISS, Metallica, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Star Trek, AC/DC, Batman, and Spider-Man.  A broad range of players enjoy Stern Pinball’s games, from professional pinball players competing in high-stakes global competitions to novice players discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time.  To join the fun and learn more, please visit[www.sternpinball.com](http://www.sternpinball.com/). **About AMC Networks** AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and is the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. The Company creates and curates celebrated series and films across distinct brands and makes them available to audiences everywhere. Its portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA (which includes U.S. distribution and sales responsibilities for BBC News), IFC, SundanceTV and We TV; and film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films. The Company also operates AMC Studios, its in-house studio, production and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite original franchises including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe; and AMC Networks International, its international programming business. | | | We’ll have much more about the new *The Walking Dead Remastered* in the November edition of our monthly [Pinball Industry News PINcast](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pinball-industry-news) produced in collaboration with Pinball Magazine. Check that out when it is published at the start of December. _(Acquisition: raw_text, Enrichment: v1)_ --- *Exported from Journalist Tool on 2026-04-13 | Item ID: 706aaca5-6f86-41fd-bcb7-8cb68ca89a09*