# STERN ANNOUNCES THE MANDALORIAN **Source:** Pinball News Website **Type:** article **Published:** 2021-05-11 **Beat:** Pinball **URL:** https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2021/05/11/stern-announces-the-mandalorian --- ## Analysis Stern Pinball officially announced Star Wars: The Mandalorian, a licensed pinball machine based on the Disney+ series, designed by Brian Eddy. Available in Pro ($6,199), Premium ($7,799), and Limited Edition ($9,199) variants with 750 LE units produced. The game features custom speech by Carl Weathers, video from seasons 1-2, a motorized rotating Encounter mini-playfield on Premium/LE models, and artwork by Randy Martinez. ### Key Claims - [HIGH] The Mandalorian had global content demand 31.9 times more than any other current title according to Parrot Analytics — _Gary Stern's email citing research firm Parrot Analytics_ - [HIGH] Stern increased production capacity 20% and planned another 25% increase over following months — _Gary Stern's email to stakeholders_ - [HIGH] The Mandalorian story in Star Wars lore takes place 5 years after Return of the Jedi — _Gary Stern's email discussing Star Wars canon_ - [HIGH] Only 750 Limited Edition machines will be produced — _Official press release and specifications_ - [HIGH] Season 3 of The Mandalorian series was expected in spring 2022 — _Gary Stern's email from May 2021_ ### Notable Quotes > "Star Wars is timeless and our players have enjoyed every pinball machine reimagined by the iconic space saga. Stern's new pinball machine, inspired by The Mandalorian, continues that tradition with an engaging and exciting story for an entirely new generation of fans around the world." > — **Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball**, May 11, 2021 announcement > _Official positioning of the game as continuing Stern's Star Wars legacy while targeting new audiences_ > "You all must know the phenomenal success of The Mandalorian, which like all things Star Wars, appeals to all ages, including all my fellow employees and my 4 year old granddaughter." > — **Gary Stern**, Email communication > _Emphasizes broad demographic appeal as rationale for licensing choice_ > "The Mandalorian game will have Pro, Premium and Limited Edition models. We are maintaining our cadence and schedule – new cornerstone titles in beginning of the year, in the spring, and in the fall." > — **Gary Stern**, Email communication > _Outlines Stern's production strategy and three-tier release model_ ### Entities | Name | Type | Context | |------|------|---------| | The Mandalorian | game | Stern Pinball licensed pinball machine based on Disney+ Star Wars series; available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition variants | | Brian Eddy | person | Game designer for The Mandalorian; second design for Stern after Stranger Things (2019) | | Gary Stern | person | Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball; announced game and provided production/licensing details | | Carl Weathers | person | Actor who plays Greef Karga in The Mandalorian series; provided custom speech for pinball machine | | Randy Martinez | person | Comic artist who created artwork for The Mandalorian pinball; also created art for previous Star Wars pinball machines | | Ludwig Göransson | person | Composer of The Mandalorian theme music; music licensed for pinball machine | | Stern Pinball | company | Manufacturer announcing The Mandalorian pinball with three model variants | | Lucasfilm | company | Star Wars IP owner; licensor to Stern Pinball for The Mandalorian pinball | | Disney+ | company | Streaming platform hosting The Mandalorian series | | Parrot Analytics | company | Research firm cited for data on The Mandalorian's global content demand | ### Topics - **Primary:** Game announcement and official reveal, Three-tier pricing model (Pro/Premium/LE), Motorized rotating Encounter mini-playfield feature, Limited Edition production constraints (750 units), Playfield design differentiation across tiers - **Secondary:** Star Wars IP licensing strategy, Production capacity expansion, Custom voice talent and licensed music ### Sentiment **Positive** (0.85) — Announcement is celebratory and promotional. Content emphasizes innovative features, strong IP, and production confidence. No criticism or controversy present in the article. ### Signals - **[competitive_signal]** Limited Edition production capped at 750 units maintaining scarcity/FOMO strategy; LE pricing at $9,199 establishes premium market tier (confidence: high) — Press release: 'Only 750 limited-edition machines will be available' with exclusive features including mirrored backglass and Beskar-inspired armor - **[design_philosophy]** Brian Eddy's design emphasizes accessible entry-level rules (Pro) with substantial upgrades for skilled players (Premium/LE), evidenced by progressive wizard modes and multiball structures (confidence: medium) — Gary Stern's description: 'The Mandalorian Pro has a very full playfield with great shots, spell outs and easy to follow rules, which build to increasingly higher levels for better players' with 3 wizard modes culminating in Final Wizard Mode - **[licensing_signal]** Strong Star Wars IP leverage with active studio support for marketing (May 4th announcement on official Star Wars website, 'This Week in Star Wars' feature) (confidence: high) — Gary Stern email: 'Lucas will continue to actively drive exposure of The Mandalorian pinball machine, including featuring it on their weekly "This Week in Star Wars" news program' - **[market_signal]** Stern maintaining aggressive release cadence ('new cornerstone titles in beginning of the year, in the spring, and in the fall') despite supply chain pressures (confidence: high) — Gary Stern: 'We are maintaining our cadence and schedule' and 'Manufacturing generally has suffered cost increases and shortages for electronic chips, LCD's, metals, wood, and more. Nonetheless The Mandalorian will be priced the same as our last cornerstone' - **[announcement]** Official reveal of Star Wars: The Mandalorian pinball with complete specifications, pricing, and production timeline (confidence: high) — Full press release from Stern Pinball on May 11, 2021 with technical specifications, pricing ($6,199/$7,799/$9,199), and production schedule - **[product_strategy]** Clear three-tier differentiation strategy with substantial feature separation: motorized Encounter mini-playfield, magnets, ramp upgrades, and premium finishes exclusive to Premium/LE (confidence: high) — Detailed playfield comparison images and specifications showing Pro vs Premium/LE differences including motorized playfield, additional flippers, magnets, and metal wireforms - **[manufacturing_signal]** Stern announcing significant production expansion (20% increase already implemented, additional 25% planned) in response to demand (confidence: high) — Gary Stern: 'We have increased our production 20% and will increase another 25% over the next few months' - **[technology_signal]** Implementation of motorized rotating playfield (Encounter mini-playfield) as signature mechanical innovation; represents technical advancement in Premium/LE tiers (confidence: high) — Detailed technical descriptions: 'motorized rotating playfield is packed with six stand-up targets, lights, and two full-size flippers' moving 'from a 45 degree angle to parallel and above the playfield' --- ## Transcript Stern Pinball today revealed details of their latest release, *Star Wars: The Mandalorian*, based on the popular TV series of the same name. Stern Pinball’s relationship with Lucasfilm and Disney has resulted in several previous *Star Wars* machines based on both the original movie trilogy and the comic art spin-off. The new release is based on the much more recent *The Mandalorian* series shown on the Disney+ channel. *The Mandalorian* pinball is designed by Brian Eddy – his second design for Stern Pinball after his 2019 debut with *Stranger Things*. It features custom speech by Carl Carl Weathers who plays Greef Karga in the series and includes the theme music from Ludwig Ludwig Göransson. Stern Pinball were able to use video material from both of the first two seasons for their LCD panel in addition to their in-house generated display effects. As usual there are three variants – Pro, Premium and Limited Edition with the LE restricted to 750 units. We’ll start our look at *The Mandalorian* with the Pro model, and as usual all the images are high-resolution and can be enlarged by clicking on them. [![The left side of the Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/100-the-mandalorian-585x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/100-the-mandalorian.jpg) The left side of the Pro model [![The front of the Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/101-the-mandalorian-461x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/101-the-mandalorian.jpg) The front of the Pro model [![The right side of the Pro model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/102-the-mandalorian-565x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/102-the-mandalorian.jpg) The right side of the Pro model [![The Pro model's translite image](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/001-the-mandalorian-1024x635.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/001-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Pro model’s translite image The artwork on all three variants is by Randy Martinez who also created the art for Stern’s earlier Star Wars movie and comic pinballs. The Pro model (MSRP $6,199 + tax/shipping) – which will be the first to be manufactured – features three flippers, two at the bottom in the usual place and a third in the upper-right in a mini-playfield area. [![The Pro model's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/103-the-mandalorian-578x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/103-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Pro model’s playfield There is only one inlane on each side and one outlane. The slingshots are also unadorned with additional lighting effects, while the playfield artwork stops around the slingshot posts to avoid any problems with the ink causing a lack of adhesion between the clearcoat and the playfield wood. [![The bottom of the Pro's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/105-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/105-the-mandalorian.jpg) The bottom of the Pro’s playfield [![The left inlane/outlane area](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/120-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/120-the-mandalorian.jpg) The left inlane/outlane area [![](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/114-the-mandalorian-1024x684.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/114-the-mandalorian.jpg) The left target bank and left orbit [![The Pro's upper playfield area](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/113-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/113-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Pro’s upper playfield area [![The Child toy](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/108-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/108-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Child (a.k.a. Baby Yoda) toy [![The three C-H-I-L-D rollover lanes](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/115-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/115-the-mandalorian.jpg) The three C-H-I-L-D rollover lanes [![The rollover lanes lead to the pop bumpers](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/118-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/118-the-mandalorian.jpg) The rollover lanes lead to the pop bumpers [![The pop bumpers](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/109-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/109-the-mandalorian.jpg) The pop bumpers [![The Razor Crest ship toy](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/111-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/111-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Razor Crest ship toy In the upper-right corner is the Encounter mini-playfield area. The Pro model has a single flipper but the Premium and LE models kick it up a few notches by having two flippers, motorising the separate mini-playfield so it can adjust the angle of play during play, and having an up-post at the exit to hold the ball. [![The Encounter mini-playfield area](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/110-the-mandalorian-1024x697.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/110-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Encounter mini-playfield area on the Pro model The left ramp can either divert the ball to the Encounter mini-playfield, or the ball can continue behind the back panel onto the ramp return at the right inlane. [![The Pro model's back panel](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/117-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/117-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Pro model’s back panel [![The right target bank](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/112-the-mandalorian-1024x655.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/112-the-mandalorian.jpg) The right target bank [![The Pro model's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/104-the-mandalorian-1024x703.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/104-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Pro model’s playfield [![The Pro's speaker panel](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/116-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/116-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Pro’s speaker panel The Premium model (MSRP $7,799 + tax/shipping) shares the same black wrinkle powder coat finish to the external metalwork as the Pro, but includes the same set of playfield gameplay features as the Limited Edition. It will be the last model to be manufactured, hitting the line in late-June. [![The left side of the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/200-the-mandalorian-602x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/200-the-mandalorian.jpg) The left side of the Premium model [![The front of the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/201-the-mandalorian-372x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/201-the-mandalorian.jpg) The front of the Premium model [![The right side of the Premium model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/202-the-mandalorian-586x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/202-the-mandalorian.jpg) The right side of the Premium model [![The Premium model's translite image](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/004-the-mandalorian-1024x638.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/004-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Premium model’s translite image [![The Premium model's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/203-the-mandalorian-590x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/203-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Premium model’s playfield To compare the Pro and the Premium playfields, here they are side-by-side. [![The Pro (left) and Premium (right) playfields](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/002-the-mandalorian-1024x907.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/002-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Pro (left) and Premium (right) playfields Let’s take a look at the Premium playfield and see how it differs from the Pro model. [![The Premium and LE feature illuminated bottom arch panels](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/205-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/205-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Premium and LE feature illuminated bottom arch panels [![The warning decal and action button](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/207-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/207-the-mandalorian.jpg) The warning decal and action button [![The flipper area on the Premium](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/217-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/217-the-mandalorian.jpg) The flipper area on the Premium [![The left target bank still uses standups rather than drops](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/215-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/215-the-mandalorian.jpg) The left target bank still uses standups rather than drops [![Beneath The Child is a magnet on the Premium and LE](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/209-the-mandalorian-683x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/209-the-mandalorian.jpg) Beneath The Child is a magnet on the Premium and LE [![The magnet above the rollover lanes](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/210-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/210-the-mandalorian.jpg) The magnet above the rollover lanes [![The Encounter mini-playfield pivots on the Premium and LE playfields](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/208-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/208-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Encounter mini-playfield pivots on the Premium and LE playfields [![It also features two flippers compared to just one on the Pro](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/218-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/218-the-mandalorian.jpg) It also features two flippers compared to just one on the Pro [![In addition there is a stop post in the exit lane](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/219-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/219-the-mandalorian.jpg) In addition, there is a stop post in the exit lane [![The Premium and LE models use metal wireforms for the ramp returns](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/216-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/216-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Premium and LE models use metal wireforms for the ramp returns [![The left central shots on the Premium](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/220-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/220-the-mandalorian.jpg) The left central shots on the Premium The Premium and LE also add a third ramp which drops down in the right inner loop lane to feed the left ramp’s return wireform. [![The right central shots on the Premium](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/221-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/221-the-mandalorian.jpg) The right central shots on the Premium [![The right targets are also standups](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/214-the-mandalorian-1024x692.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/214-the-mandalorian.jpg) The right targets are also standups [![The Razor's Crest ship](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/212-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/212-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Razor Crest ship [![The pivot target under the ship](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/211-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/211-the-mandalorian.jpg) The pivot target under the ship [![](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/222-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/222-the-mandalorian.jpg) The speaker panel from the Premium model Finally, we come to the Limited Edition variant which is the top-of-the range model. This version will go into production in early June. [![The left side of the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/300-the-mandalorian-588x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/300-the-mandalorian.jpg) The left side of the Limited Edition model [![](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/301-the-mandalorian-360x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/301-the-mandalorian.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/the-mandalorian/302-the-mandalorian-585x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/302-the-mandalorian.jpg) The right side of the Limited Edition model The Limited Edition (MSRP $9,199 + tax/shipping) comes with a mirrored backglass as opposed to the translite film on the Pro and Premium. The design particularly lends itself to a liberal use of mirroring on the glass. [![The Limited Edition's mirrored backglass image](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/005-the-mandalorian-1024x644.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/005-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Limited Edition’s mirrored backglass image [![The mirrored backglass in the game](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/307-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/307-the-mandalorian.jpg) The mirrored backglass in the game The bottom arch, like the rest of the metalwork on the LE is high-gloss metallic grey. The arch comes with its own set of illuminated panels. [![The right illuminated bottom arch panel](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/305-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/305-the-mandalorian.jpg) The right illuminated bottom arch panel [![Game designer Brian Eddy's signature is on the left panel](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/304-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/304-the-mandalorian.jpg) Game designer Brian Eddy’s signature is on the left panel [![The Limited Edition model's playfield](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/303-the-mandalorian-600x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/303-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Limited Edition model’s playfield Art blades are included with the Limited Edition, giving additional artwork on the inner sides of the cabinet. [![part of the left side inner cabinet art](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/306-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/306-the-mandalorian.jpg) part of the left side inner cabinet art [![part of the right side inner cabinet art](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/308-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/308-the-mandalorian.jpg) part of the right side inner cabinet art Another feature exclusive to the Limited Edition is an upgraded speaker system. [![Kenwood speakers on the Limited Edition model](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/309-the-mandalorian-1024x683.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/309-the-mandalorian.jpg) Kenwood speakers on the Limited Edition model Here’s the instruction card from the LE model which features the same rules as those found on the Premium. The Pro’s rules may vary a little due to slightly different playfield devices. [![The Premium/LE instruction card](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/310-the-mandalorian-1024x582.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/310-the-mandalorian.jpg) The Premium/LE instruction card That’s our in-depth look at the three models. Here’s the full list of features found on each of the three models: [![The features matrix](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/003-the-mandalorian-678x1024.jpg)](https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/games/the-mandalorian/003-the-mandalorian.jpg) The features matrix Here’s how Stern Pinball announced their latest release: | | | --- | | **CHICAGO, IL – May 11, 2021** –Stern Pinball, Inc., announces a new line of pinball machines inspired by the Emmy award-winning Star WarsTM series, The Mandalorian, streaming only on Disney+. These new pinball machines are available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models now. The story of The Mandalorian is set after the fall of the Galactic Empire and before the emergence of the First Order. The series follows the travails of a lone gunfighter in the outer reaches of the galaxy, far from the authority of the New Republic. In this action-packed pinball quest, players are transported to a galaxy far, far away as they play as the Mandalorian, teaming up with key allies and protecting Grogu, while battling dangerous enemies and forces across their journey. “Star Wars is timeless and our players have enjoyed every pinball machine reimagined by the iconic space saga,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “Stern’s new pinball machine, inspired by The Mandalorian, continues that tradition with an engaging and exciting story for an entirely new generation of fans around the world. Collaborating with Lucasfilm, we have brought all of the suspense, excitement, and action from the Star Wars galaxy into a one-of-a-kind pinball adventure perfect for any location or home gameroom.” Prepare for battle on the gravity-changing, rotating Encounter upper mini playfield available on the Premium and Limited Edition models. This innovative, motorized rotating playfield is packed with six stand-up targets, lights, and two full-size flippers for high intensity pinball action. Watch out for ambushes! Like the Mandalorian seen in the series, players can be ambushed by enemy forces. A dynamic inner loop shot activates an up/down horseshoe scoop ramp for fast, repeatable precision shooting, creating tense experiences on the Premium and Limited Edition models. Players can navigate their way to multiball mayhem by hitting a unique hanging uplift target attached to a custom molded Razor Crest ship. Success in hitting the target qualifies a center ramp shot on the Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models. Features of The Mandalorian­-inspired pinball machines include a large custom sculpture of Grogu, authentic video and audio from seasons one and two, and exclusive custom speech performed by actor Carl Carl Weathers (Greef Karga). The game includes the iconic title theme song by Ludwig Ludwig Göransson and stunning hand-drawn artwork by Randy Martinez, one of today’s most popular comic artists. Only 750 limited-edition machines will be available. The limited edition version includes an exclusive full color mirrored backglass inspired by Beskar armor, iconic custom cabinet artwork, custom high gloss powder-coated pinball armor, a custom designer autographed bottom arch, exclusive inside art blades, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball playfield glass, shaker motor, a sequentially numbered plaque, and Certifcate of Authenticity. **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 The Mandalorian-inspired pinball machines and accessories are available now through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world. Lucasfilm, the Lucasfilm logo, STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. © & TM Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. **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 Led Zeppelin, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Stranger Things, Elvira’s House of Horrors, Jurassic Park, Black Knight: Sword of Rage, The Munsters, The Beatles, Iron Maiden, Aerosmith, Ghostbusters, KISS, Metallica, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Star Trek, AC/DC, and Batman. 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 Stern Pinball also released a couple of promotional videos, one showing all three models and another showing the Premium and Limited Edition additional features. VIDEO Stern Pinball’s promo video for all three models VIDEO The promo video for the Premium and Limited Edition models In addition, Gary Stern sent out an e-mail giving more details about the game, the production schedule and the range of accessories available for *The Mandalorian*. Here’s what he said: | | | --- | | We love everything Star Wars!! And so does everyone else. You know from our May 4th teaser and from today’s webinars, we are starting production of our next cornerstone game, Star Wars The Mandalorian. You all must know the phenomenal success of The Mandalorian, which like all things Star Wars, appeals to all ages, including all my fellow employees and my 4 year old granddaughter. The 2 seasons, 8 weekly episodes each, debuted in November 2019 and October 2020 respectively. The third season is expected in spring of 2022. More important than The Mandalorian’s many Emmy nominations and awards, its global content demand was 31.9 times more than any other current title, according to research firm Parrot Analytics. The Mandalorian game will have Pro, Premium and Limited Edition models. We are maintaining our cadence and schedule – new cornerstone titles in beginning of the year, in the spring, and in the fall. We have increased our production 20% and will increase another 25% over the next few months. Lucas is driving excitement for The Mandalorian pinball. We participated in their “May the 4th Be With You” events. This morning at 8am CDT Lucas introduced their entire fan base to this game with its exclusive announcement on the official Star Wars website, . Lucas will continue to actively drive exposure of The Mandalorian pinball machine, including featuring it on their weekly “This Week in Star Wars” news program scheduled for this Thursday (5/13) around 2pm CDT. In Star Wars lore, The Mandalorian story takes place 5 years after Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi. This series tells the story of a lone bounty hunter who goes on the run after being hired to retrieve The Child (who is not Yoda as a baby). The Mandalorian Pro has a very full playfield with great shots, spell outs and easy to follow rules, which build to increasingly higher levels for better players. In the center of the playfield, between the slingshots, a pattern of 3 easy to understand insert displays count progression through Encounters, Missions, and Razer Crest multiball awards toward 3 different Wizard Modes, culminating in the Final Wizard Mode. Play starts with 5 rollovers at the top, spelling C-H-I-L-D under a custom molded The Child, before the ball enters the pop bumper area. An up-post in the orbits can also redirect balls into C-H-I-L-D rollovers. Shooting multiple times through the sweet spot at playfield center, under the custom molded Razer Crest ship, starts multiball play with 3 or 4 balls, even more balls if players earn add-a-balls. There are 3 smooth plastic ramps, 2 of which direct the ball to the return lanes. The center third ramp has a control gate to stage a ball for Razer Crest multiball. The left ramp has a diverter to transport balls to the Encounter mini-playfield area with 6 targets for a rule completion plus its own flipper; thus The Mandalorian has 3 flippers in total. The game has a spinning target and scoop & vuk on the left and a mini loop on the right. Shots and rules progressions are indicated with 18 RGB lights. GI lighting is enhanced with color changing LED’s. Custom speech is provided by actor Carl Carl Weathers, who plays Greef Karga. The Ludwig Ludwig Göransson The Mandalorian theme music envelops game play. Action is augmented with Season 1 and Season 2 videos. Additions and changes for the Premium/LE are substantial. The diverter on Encounter ramp still feeds the mini-playfield, but the mini-playfield is no longer just an area of the playfield. This mini-playfield is a motorized, separate playfield, moving from a 45 degree angle to parallel and above the playfield. Added is a 2nd flipper on the Encounter mini-playfield, making 4 flippers on Premium/LE games. There is an up-post at mini-playfield exit. Under The Child is a “Force” magnet to catch the ball and create exiting action. All ramps have chrome wire returns. The mini-loop on the right features a rule controlled dynamic up-down scoop loading an added wire ramp feeding the left ramp return. Based on our dealer and distributor input, we have decided to make 750 Limited Edition The Mandalorian games, each with: – High gloss Beskar inspired armor and legs – Mirrored backglass – the most exciting and stunning I have ever seen – Upgraded audio system – Shaker motor – Non-glare playfield glass – Certificate of authenticity signed by me – Designer autograph – Sequentially numbered (1 to 750) plate Production of The Mandalorian Pro games will begin next week. In early June, we will begin the LE. The Premium production will start late June. We also will continue manufacturing many other games. We have all read about and felt cost increases and shortages of many things we buy for home and business. Manufacturing generally has suffered cost increases and shortages for electronic chips, LCD’s, metals, wood, and more. Nonetheless The Mandalorian will be priced the same as our last cornerstone. Because the LE production starts in a matter of weeks, we ask full payment of LE purchase price be made with order. As usual, for the LE there is no CIA discount. Fees remain unchanged to specify an LE number, if available. UMRP, MAP and MSRP will be the same as our last cornerstone game; confirming lists will be sent separately to U.S. distributors and dealers. A full line of accessories will be available. Art blades are scheduled for mid-June. Side armor and shooter rods are mid-July. Subject to licensor’s pending approval, topper is planned for August. Jack Danger will stream The Mandalorian Premium/LE with the game team live on Friday, May 21, at 6pm CST: I have been playing the Pro and the Premium The Mandalorian every afternoon for weeks. As locations open, this game will earn, having a great title, great casual player rules and features, and plenty of shots and rules for the great player. Great game and great title, for home and operation. This is the Way. Gary | | | The e-mail from Stern Pinball We’ll have more about Stern Pinball’s new *The Mandalorian* game right here at Pinball News and in our [monthly PINcast](https://anchor.fm/pinball-industry-news/) with Pinball Magazine, so check back here and listen to the May podcast at the start of June for all the latest updates. _(Acquisition: raw_text, Enrichment: v1)_ --- *Exported from Journalist Tool on 2026-04-13 | Item ID: ea57f422-5d31-492f-9dce-1e69aa9a96d8*