# AVENGERS: INFINITY QUEST ANNOUNCED **Source:** Pinball News Website **Type:** article **Published:** 2020-09-02 **Beat:** Pinball **URL:** https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2020/09/02/avengers-infinity-quest-announced --- ## Analysis Stern Pinball announced Avengers: Infinity Quest on September 2, 2020, a new 'cornerstone' game designed by Keith Elwin with artwork by Jeremy Packer (Zombie Yeti). This is the second Avengers pinball game from Stern, following the 2012 George Gomez design. The game comes in Pro ($6,199), Premium ($7,799), and Limited Edition ($9,199, limited to 500 units) variants with significant playfield differences between tiers, including an interactive Dr. Strange motorized disc that rises in Premium/LE models to reveal an underground ball lock. ### Key Claims - [HIGH] Avengers: Infinity Quest is designed by Keith Elwin with artwork by Jeremy Packer (Zombie Yeti) — _Official Stern Pinball announcement, opening sentence of article_ - [HIGH] This is a 'cornerstone' game, meaning in-house design with Pro, Premium, and LE variants — _Direct statement in article explaining Stern's terminology_ - [HIGH] The Limited Edition is limited to 500 machines globally — _Official press release and article statement_ - [HIGH] This is not the first Avengers game from Stern; George Gomez designed the previous Avengers game in 2012 — _Article explicitly states: 'This isn't the first Avengers game from Stern. The George Gomez design was produced at the end of 2012'_ - [HIGH] The game is based on Marvel comic book series rather than movies — _Article states: 'based on the Marvel comic book series rather than any of the popular movies'_ - [HIGH] Pro and Premium/LE models have significant playfield differences, including an extra ramp and motorized disc features exclusive to Premium/LE — _Detailed playfield comparison and feature matrix in article_ - [HIGH] Stern Pinball announced a $100 across-the-board price increase for all future game production — _Direct statement: 'Stern Pinball have taken the opportunity of this release to announce an across-the-board $100 price increase for all future game production'_ ### Notable Quotes > "Like the Avengers, our team of designers, programmers, artists, and engineers have assembled to bring this universe to life in pinball form through incredible artwork, design, visuals, and sounds." > — **Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc.**, Official press release > _CEO positioning the game as a major team effort and emphasizing the quality of execution_ > "This comic book universe has remained a staple in pop culture since first appearing in 1963. Through Avengers: Infinity Quest pinball machines, that tradition will carry on for current and future generations of fans." > — **Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc.**, Official press release > _Emphasis on Marvel's cultural staying power and Stern's role in continuing that legacy_ > "A 'cornerstone' game is an in-house design which comes in the familiar three variants; Pro, Premium and Limited Edition." > — **Article author**, N/A > _Defines Stern's terminology for flagship releases with three-tier pricing model_ ### Entities | Name | Type | Context | |------|------|---------| | Keith Elwin | person | Designer of Avengers: Infinity Quest | | Jeremy Packer (Zombie Yeti) | person | Artist/designer for Avengers: Infinity Quest artwork | | George Gomez | person | Designer of the original Avengers pinball game (2012) | | Gary Stern | person | Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. | | Stern Pinball, Inc. | company | Manufacturer announcing Avengers: Infinity Quest | | Avengers: Infinity Quest | game | New pinball machine announced September 2, 2020, based on Marvel Comics | | Avengers (2012 Stern game) | game | Previous Stern Avengers pinball game designed by George Gomez | | Marvel Comics | organization | IP licensor for Avengers theme | | Thanos | person | Marvel character featured as antagonist in game narrative | | Batman | game | Referenced as example of Stern revisiting previous theme | | Jurassic Park | game | Referenced as example of Stern revisiting previous theme | | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | game | Referenced as example of Stern revisiting previous theme | | Metallica | game | Referenced for coffin lock mechanism comparison | | Cirqus Voltaire | game | Referenced for pop-up disc mechanism similarity | ### Topics - **Primary:** Three-tier pricing model (Pro/Premium/LE), Playfield design differentiation by tier, Marvel licensing and IP-based game design, Interactive mechanical features (motorized disc, magnetic lock), Limited Edition scarcity strategy (500 unit limit) - **Secondary:** Price increase announcement across all future production, Game feature differentiation between variants, Production timeline and scheduling ### Sentiment **Positive** (0.78) — Article presents comprehensive, factual announcement with emphasis on design quality, mechanical innovation, and feature differentiation. Neutral reporting tone with positive framing of design team assembly and feature set. No critical commentary or negative sentiment detected. ### Signals - **[competitive_signal]** Pricing tier strategy positions Pro at $6,199 entry point, Premium at $7,799 with intermediate features, LE at $9,199 with full features and scarcity premium (confidence: high) — Official MSRP: Pro $6,199, Premium $7,799, LE $9,199 with feature matrix showing incremental differentiation - **[market_signal]** Limited Edition production constraint to 500 units globally as scarcity/collector differentiation strategy (confidence: high) — Explicit statement: 'The LE model is limited to 500 units globally' - **[personnel_signal]** Keith Elwin (legendary designer) paired with Jeremy Packer/Zombie Yeti (artist) for design and artwork, indicating continued use of established talent roster (confidence: high) — Designer and artist names in official announcement; Zombie Yeti confirmed as artist - **[market_signal]** Stern announces $100 across-the-board price increase for all future game production and re-manufacturing of older titles (confidence: high) — Direct statement: 'Stern Pinball have taken the opportunity of this release to announce an across-the-board $100 price increase for all future game production, including the re-manufacturing of older titles' - **[announcement]** Official announcement of Avengers: Infinity Quest with complete specifications, pricing, and production timeline (confidence: high) — Full press release with MSRP pricing (Pro $6,199, Premium $7,799, LE $9,199) and production start date (September 2020) - **[product_strategy]** Significant playfield feature differentiation across three tiers: Pro lacks motorized disc and extra ramp; Premium/LE feature motorized pop-up disc with underground ball lock and additional toys (confidence: high) — Detailed feature comparison showing Pro playfield vs Premium/LE playfield differences including Dr. Strange motorized disc, extra ramp, upkicker, and underground portal lock exclusive to higher tiers - **[business_signal]** Stern revisiting successful Marvel license with second Avengers game, following pattern of Batman, Jurassic Park, and TMNT re-releases with new designs (confidence: high) — Article notes: 'As with Batman, Jurassic Park and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Stern Pinball have returned to a previous theme for their new game title's inspiration' - **[technology_signal]** Game features advanced mechanical innovations including dual-direction velocity detection on spinning disc, magnetic hold with gravity-defying ramp, and motorized pop-up scoop with underground subway ball lock visible through playfield windows (confidence: high) — Detailed feature descriptions in press release and article: 'interactive Dr. Strange spinning kinetic sling ring disc with dual direction velocity detection', 'gravity defying Avengers Tower magnetic lock ramp', 'motorized pop-up disc scoop, transporting pinballs into an underground Portal' --- ## Transcript **Date:** 2nd September, 2020 Stern Pinball today announced their new ‘cornerstone’ game title, *Avengers: Infinity Quest*, designed by Keith Elwin with artwork by Jeremy Packer (Zombie Yeti) a.k.a. Zombie Yeti. A ‘cornerstone’ game is an in-house design which comes in the familiar three variants; Pro, Premium and Limited Edition. In this case the Limited Edition is limited to 500 machines. This isn’t the first Avengers game from Stern. The George Gomez design was produced at the end of 2012 with the usual Pro/Premium/LE full-size variants – with the LEs available in two versions – followed by a The Pin home model in 2013. As with *Batman*, *Jurassic Park* and *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles*, Stern Pinball have returned to a previous theme for their new game title’s inspiration. This new *Avengers: Infinity Quest* game is an all-new design, based on the Marvel comic book series rather than any of the popular movies. It is a six-ball, three-flipper game with the third flipper half-way up on the left side of the playfield. [![The translite image for the Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/104-avengers-infinity-quest-1024x620.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/104-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The translite image for the Pro model [![The Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/102-avengers-infinity-quest-583x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/102-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Pro model [![The Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/100-avengers-infinity-quest-598x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/100-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Pro model [![The Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/103-avengers-infinity-quest-356x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/103-avengers-infinity-quest-scaled.jpg) The Pro model [![The playfield from the Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/101-avengers-infinity-quest-506x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/101-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The playfield from the Pro model There are quite a few design differences between the Pro and the Premium/LE playfields. The major ones are the addition of an extra ramp on the more expensive variants, along with the ability for the spinning disc to rise up to expose an under-playfield ball lock, and an upkicker on the right which replaces the standup target found in the Pro. [![The translite in the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/204-avengers-infinity-quest-1024x640.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/204-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The translite in the Premium model The premium comes with the same black-wrinkle powdercoat on the side rails and the lock bar, but has the full-feature playfield from the Limited Edition. [![The Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/202-avengers-infinity-quest-574x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/202-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Premium model [![The Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/200-avengers-infinity-quest-564x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/200-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Premium model [![The Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/203-avengers-infinity-quest-353x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/203-avengers-infinity-quest-scaled.jpg) The Premium model The Limited Edition come with Infinity Yellow powdercoated metalwork as well as all the usual goodies found on LEs, such as a shaker motor, a mirrired backglass, upgraded speakers and anti-reflective playfield glass. [![The backglass artwork from the Limited Edition](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/304-avengers-infinity-quest-1024x634.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/304-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The backglass artwork from the Limited Edition [![The Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/302-avengers-infinity-quest-570x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/302-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Limited Edition model [![The Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/300-avengers-infinity-quest-573x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/300-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Limited Edition model [![The Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/303-avengers-infinity-quest-361x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/303-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Limited Edition model Here’s a view of the Pro and Premium/LE playfields side-by-side: [![The Pro playfield vs the Limited Edition playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/002-avengers-infinity-quest-1012x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/002-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Pro playfield vs the Limited Edition playfield On the playfield, all three variants include the Avengers tower, which grabs the ball and builds virtual locks for Iron Man Multiball. The description also suggests it uses optos to sense the speed of the ball, acting like a vari-target. [![The Avengers Tower](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/105-avengers-infinity-quest-623x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/105-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Avengers Tower The three models also include drop targets on the left side to light up a bonus feature matrix in front. [![The three-bank of drop targets found in all models of Avengers: Infinity Quest](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/106-avengers-infinity-quest-1024x705.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/106-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The three-bank of drop targets found in all models of Avengers: Infinity Quest The Doctor Strange spinning disc on the Pro acts much like the Tesseract spinner on the original Avengers game, only this one has a single post and no model mounted over the disc. [![The Doctor Strange sling ring spinning disc](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/107-avengers-infinity-quest-1024x705.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/107-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Doctor Strange sling ring spinning disc [![The disc sits on the left in front of the Sanctum standup target ](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/109-avengers-infinity-quest-1024x686.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/109-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The disc sits on the left in front of the Sanctum standup target The Premium and LE’s disc rises up, *Cirqus Voltaire*-style, to reveal a shot under the playfield. This leads to a three-ball lock which can be viewed through a clear window in the playfield rather like the coffin lock in *Metallica*. [![The Doctor Strange disc rises to reveal a ball lock in the Premium/LE](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/205-avengers-infinity-quest-698x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/205-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The Doctor Strange disc rises to reveal a ball lock in the Premium/LE [![The under-playfield ball lock window](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/206-avengers-infinity-quest-1024x675.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/206-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The under-playfield ball lock window We will be updating this article with many more pictures from the playfield of *Avengers: Infinity Quest* shortly, but in the meantime here’s the feature matrix showing what’s available on the three versions: [![The feature matrix for Avengers: Infinity Quest](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/001-avengers-infinity-quest-764x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/avengers-infinity-quest/001-avengers-infinity-quest.jpg) The feature matrix for Avengers: Infinity Quest Stern Pinball have taken the opportunity of this release to announce an across-the-board $100 price increase for all future game production, including the re-manufacturing of older titles. Although the game is not quite available to purchase – production of the Pro models will begin next week, followed by all the Limited Editions. Then there will be a mix of Premium and more Pro variants produced through October and beyond. There are some promotional videos available which showcase the game’s features. Here the video for the Pro. VIDEO And here’s the one with the Premium/LE’s playfield features. VIDEO Here’s how Stern Pinball announced their latest release along with recommended prices: | | | --- | | **Stern Pinball Announces New Avengers: Infinity Quest Pinball Machines** **CHICAGO, IL – September 2, 2020 –** Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, announced today the availability of a new line of pinball machines based on the Super Heroes and Super Villains featured in Marvel Comics’ hit comic book series Avengers. The Avengers: Infinity Quest pinball machines will be available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models. For over 50 years the Avengers have delighted fans through comic books, television series and movies. In this pinball adventure, players will transform into their favorite Super Heroes as they battle Thanos and his minions across the cosmos. On his unrelenting quest for intergalactic omnipotent power, it’s a race to hunt down and recover the six Infinity Gems before Thanos gets his hands on them. It’s up to the player to stop Thanos and the Black Order from succeeding in this action-packed pinball experience. “*Like the Avengers, our team of designers, programmers, artists, and engineers have assembled to bring this universe to life in pinball form through incredible artwork, design, visuals, and sounds. This comic book universe has remained a staple in pop culture since first appearing in 1963. Through Avengers: Infinity Quest pinball machines, that tradition will carry on for current and future generations of fans,*” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. The Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models all feature an interactive Dr. Strange spinning kinetic sling ring disc with dual direction velocity detection, aiding players on their journey to opening portals and starting Infinity Gem quests. All models feature a gravity defying Avengers Tower magnetic lock ramp with gravitational vari-target and magnet hold, capturing pinballs in midair as players unlock Iron Man Multiball. In addition to distinct hand-drawn artwork, all models feature an Avengers Computer Bingo grid 3-target drop bank, a Thor captive ball, Hulk spinning target, custom intricate wireform ramps, and 3 full size flippers. The Premium and Limited Edition models feature an interactive Dr. Strange motorized pop-up disc scoop, transporting pinballs into an underground Portal, a visible subway capable of holding and staging up to 3 balls through custom playfield windows accentuated with dynamic RGB lighting effects. These models also include a custom sculpted Thanos Infinity Gauntlet integrated with atmospheric light-up gems, a Captain Marvel inverse gravity custom wireform ramp, and a Pym Laboratories vertical up-kicker. The LE model is limited to 500 units globally. This limited version includes additional unique features such as an exclusive mirrored backglass, exclusive custom themed cabinet artwork, a custom autographed bottom arch, exclusive custom art blades, upgraded audio system, antireflection pinball glass, a shaker motor, and a sequentially numbered plaque. **Pricing and Availability:** Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price: MSRP for sales to USA end-users, before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes. Pro Model: $US 6,199 Premium Model: $US 7,799 Limited Edition Model: $US 9,199 Avengers: Infinity Quest pinball machines are available through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world. **About Stern Pinball, Inc.** Stern Pinball, Inc. is a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball. 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 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 who compete in high-stakes competitions around the globe to novice players who are discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time. To join the fun and learn more, please visit www.sternpinball.com. | Stern Pinball’s press release for Avengers: Infinity Quest _(Acquisition: raw_text, Enrichment: v1)_ --- *Exported from Journalist Tool on 2026-04-13 | Item ID: 7912681c-2c9d-45a8-8e27-7ea68e3eafeb*