Uncanny X-Men is a Stern Pinball licensed pinball machine designed by Jack Danger, released in September 2024. The game features innovative mechanics including articulating sentinel hands and a mini-playfield with magnetic wire-form technology. It experienced a troubled launch with durability issues and poor initial code (0.91), but has received significant improvements through subsequent code updates (0.94), particularly the Danger Room rules redesign, which shifted community reception positively. The machine has been featured in tournaments and arcades, though it launched with weak demand and market saturation.
X-Men's add-a-ball complexity was a running segment frustration that has been resolved in latest code update
Post-pass technique is viable on X-Men's left flipper despite lack of slingshot
X-Men's Danger Room spinner shots can be executed via backhand pinball and flipper trap technique consistently
Referenced as prior Stern launch with technical issues
Stern pinball game; part of Jack Danger's three-title designer run
Pinball machine with multiple geometry/playfield fixes available via Raiden Mods
Stern Pinball game released September 2024, designed by Jack Danger, features Marvel X-Men IP with innovative wire forms and facility-themed mechanics
Stern LE game experiencing significant depreciation ($4,000 loss in one year); layout praised but code criticized
Stern release with critical auto-plunge mechanical issue; rushed to market; $13k LE price point
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Rogue mode's add-a-ball perk makes it strategically superior to Storm mode's multiball extender in X-Men
Red shots on X-Men pay 6.6 million points while white shots pay 2.8 million
X-Men has received new community-made code updates
X-Men features multiple Sentinel multiball modes stacked together
Uncanny X-Men code update .94 significantly improved game reception through Danger Room rules redesign
Uncanny X-Men secondary market prices are undervalued relative to game quality
Uncanny X-Men LE depreciated $4,000 in one year (from $13,000 to $8,995)
Uncanny X-Men is effectively abandoned with no final wizard mode due to hardware failures
Uncanny X-Men has a mechanical flaw where the breaking arm stops the ball mid-mode
Uncanny X-Men has innovative design but community desires more code depth; Jack deserves credit for design innovation despite code concerns.
Uncanny X-Men is still in development with evolving code and unknown final state
X-Men Premium/LE has bare-bones code compared to Foo Fighters at equivalent release stage
X-Men shot from left ramp does not route correctly through kiddie lane as designed
X-Men Uncanny will compete with Jaws for Game of the Year
Uncanny X-Men Premium edition costs approximately $15,000 Australian dollars
The game's theme is deliberately based on comic book continuity to appeal to mid-40s players who grew up with that IP
The left outlane now has a flipper to save balls from draining
The game uses past/future mode distinction through 80s synth music and dark dystopic lighting for future mode
The LE version features foil artwork on sides, front, and art blades
Jeremy Packer's artwork integration with inserts is more seamless than typical Stern games like CSI
The live stream showed drains from seasoned players, creating community concern about game difficulty
The game features smooth, reachable shots suitable for average players despite the X-Men theme potentially suggesting difficulty
The danger room feature is not punishing and allows players to control the ball and return to main playfield
The Sentinel mechanism in Uncanny X-Men features a mouth that opens to accept pinballs
The game features a Sentinel head as a mechanical playfield element
Uncanny X-Men is officially releasing on September 4
The art style is comic book based rather than X-Men '97 animated series style
Stern Pinball release September 2024; worst sound award (missing iconic theme song at launch); worst rules coin toss; negative launch reception
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Stern Pinball game with recent code updates; designed by Jack Danger; praised by Retro Ralph for new modes and music design
Stern Pinball machine; unique/risky layout; received recent code updates; Ralph expresses optimism about potential rebirth
2025 pinball release; mentioned as Most Improved through code updates despite initial community skepticism
2024 Stern pinball by Jack Danger featuring non-conventional layout design
Dealer comparison point; sold only 15% less than Harry Potter at one-week mark despite Potter's dominance trajectory
Jersey Jack Pinball game used as comparison point for superior toy/mech design
Mentioned as having weak callouts; compared unfavorably to Alice and other recent releases
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#3 best-selling title of 2024; contradicts 'flop' narrative; Stern Pinball; has significant inventory; sales have slowed post-launch
Stern machine; host owns; auto-plunger issues; code actively developing with new UI animations, mission progress tracking, mission progress persistence added in recent update
New pinball machine at Tentastic with side-mounted flipper and mini flipper, Marvel licensed, unique layout
Jack-designed pinball machine; won Twippies innovation award; noted for Danger Room feature; had auto-plunge issues fixed by Craig; new code updates in progress.
Stern title with severe quality issues; precedent for hype collapse when quality becomes day-one conversation; buyers referenced as in 'a whole new hell'
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Stern Pinball's newly announced pinball machine; radically new layout from Jack Danger; LE pre-orders taken without public gameplay footage; cited as departing from traditional layouts.
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New Stern pinball machine; subject of livestream featuring Danger Zone out lane, Sentinel mech, time travel mode, Kitty Pryde animation, eight-way combo shots
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Stern pinball machine; Pro and LE versions mentioned arriving at venues; Pro at Skylark, LE at Sunshine Laundromat
Forthcoming Stern pinball machine expected to arrive at Retro Ralph's collection next week; subject of planned live stream debut.
Recent Stern pinball release; Retro Ralph compares D&D feature structure to X-Men's Pro/Premium/LE tiers; caused Retro Ralph to reconsider value of higher tiers
Stern pinball; code update planned to change Beast add-a-ball to character perk system before Thanksgiving
New Stern Pinball machine; subject of first play impressions; LE and Premium versions discussed
Rumored/upcoming Stern title; licensing cost comparison point (film vs. alternative IP versions)
Stern pinball with artwork by Zombie Yeti; hosts praise design despite X-Men theme not resonating with them personally
Stern Pinball machine being used for Concord Champ '25 qualifying tournament
Recent Stern title; referenced as precedent for offset playfield design (Jack Danger room offset); comparison point for King Kong layout asymmetry
Recent Stern release cited as strong-shooting game in recent lineup
Recent Stern game that required upgrade kit (ball launcher); reference point for understanding post-release upgrade requirements on newer Stern titles
Stern Pinball game receiving major code overhaul; focus of primary discussion including mode rework, multiball removal, Beast Lab redesign
Marvel-themed pinball machine; featured in arcade entryway area
Stern game; Ralph recently re-acquired Premium Edition after trading it away; improved with latest code updates; left ramp shot difficulty varies by machine copy
Stern Pinball 2024 release; among major games discussed
Stern Pinball machine; coming into collection; replacing James Bond
Stern Pinball Premium Edition; featured in launch party tournament on November 23rd at Rulu's
Stern Pinball machine receiving major code update with simplified add-a-ball and new Berserker Multiball side quest
Pinball machine on display at Pinball Expo 2024
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Stern LE with 811-unit production; Hardy cites as example of arbitrary number selection masking overproduction strategy
Design (unclear attribution); ranks #52 on PinSide; Hardy references it as comparison point for code complexity concerns.
New Stern Pinball machine featuring Marvel X-Men IP with Sentinel mechanism; official release September 4
New Stern Pinball machine designed by Jack Danger; announced 9/4; features Sentinel head mechanical feature; comic book art style
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Stern pinball game, offset layout with three flippers, $7,000-$13,000 pricing, 811 LE units
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Recent Stern pinball release; mentioned as potential game of the year candidate
Jack Danger-designed pinball machine; mentioned as fan favorite title
Recent Stern Pinball release; expected to have units at Expo for play
Stern Pinball machine with code issues; receiving comprehensive update from Jack Danger's team; subject of episode discussion regarding code maturation and community patience
Stern Premium/LE pinball game; reported shot setup problems and bare-bones code per listener feedback; incoming to 403 Club venue
Jack Danger-designed Stern title; launched with hype and innovative layout but plagued by technical/code issues requiring extended overhaul; underperformed expectations
Stern Pinball release; designed by Jack Danger; LE version traded away by RetroRalph due to flat code/missions
Stern game with widespread plunge/shooter issues; complex novel layout; selling well despite quality concerns; Stern sending replacement plungers
Recent Stern release; played by hosts; mission-based design criticized for lack of engagement hooks; compared unfavorably to D&D's moment-to-moment engagement
Stern game; shooter lane fixed kits shipped to dealers; positive reception; behind-the-scenes making-of videos released
Stern Pinball game; Danger Room feature won Innovation of the Year at 2025 Twippies Awards; RetroRalph had auto plunger issue fixed by tournament attendee
Stern Pinball title still in development with evolving code; compared against Metallica
Recent Stern Pinball release; cited as example of loaded modern game with sculpted world focus
Recent Stern release underperforming; referenced as 'hot pile' by hosts; still being produced despite market weakness
Stern game receiving major code overhaul led by George Gomez; previously criticized for layout and early launch issues
Stern 2024 cornerstone release referenced in release schedule analysis
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Stern Pinball game; LE shipping now, Pros this week, Premium during Chicago Expo; praised for layout design and music
Stern title receiving major code update v0.91 branded 'Days of Future Code, Part 1'; had been sliding on secondary market but update expected to reverse trend
Stern machine; Ralph reported needing 7-2 pitch setting for optimal play after consulting Stern technical support
Stern Pinball game revealed before Avatar; characterized as rushed release with limited availability of pre-reveal information
Anticipated Stern cornerstone game by Jack Danger; expected release within 7 days of episode; not yet officially announced
Pinball machine purchased by Neil; used in casual play sessions despite Scott's expressed dislike
Stern game with playfield designed by Jack Danger; considered destined for all-time classic status; code criticized as needing work; most raved-about game at London/South East league finals
Licensed Stern Pinball game; received code update over holiday weekend
Stern game by Jack Danger; has breaking arm mechanical flaw causing mid-mode ball loss; code criticized as shallow/arcadey; weak initial market performance
Modern pinball machine by Jack Danger known for innovative playfield design
Stern 2025 release; no future Pro/Premium production planned after current run; new topper released
Recent Stern release; exhibited at both CES and EAG Expo
Stern Pinball game; new billboard topper released ($1,500); version 0.96 code update
Stern game with 'Days of Future Code Evolved' update on Aug 27 adding Sentinel and Save the City multiball rules
Stern pinball machine; proposed as base layout for Riot Fest LE theme; described as fantastic layout deserving second life
Stern machine; hosts note rebooting issues after recent code update
Stern Pinball title; referenced for problematic arm toy design similar to Kong's mechanism concerns
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Stern Pinball game; shipped LEs delayed; stream caused community backlash; Jack Danger design on accelerated schedule; features Sentinel mechanics with finger movements
811 LE units sold out; Premiums arriving this week; Pros already in market; mid-October 2024 rollout
Stern Pinball game; Limited Edition production of 811 units (reduced to 740 for D&D); Pro and Premium variants scheduled April 2025
Stern release; Pro production bumped to March from April, likely final Pro run for year, code at .90, perception that Pro satisfied buyer demand better than Premium
Pro model in August production schedule
Stern title with Pro scheduled Q4; Premium version status TBD; currently backordered both versions.
Stern title with April production planned; shooter lane fix kits shipped; sales momentum slowed post-launch; behind-the-scenes making-of content released
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Stern game that received major code update v0.94 with new Danger Room rules and scoring changes
Newly announced Stern Pinball machine featuring innovative mechanics including breaking ramps, articulating sentinel hands, mini-playfield with magnetic wire-form technology. Designed by Jack Danger.
Stern Pinball licensed release designed by Jack Danger, released September 2024; subject of hands-on gameplay review
Lawrence's favorite machine; acknowledged to have significant code and mechanical issues; most well-tuned version at tournament venue; awaiting code polish
Pinball machine (Pro version) at Electric Bat Arcade
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Stern game significantly improved by code version 0.94 Danger Room rules redesign; community reception shift positive; hosts prefer it to recent Stern releases; market flooded with units due to initial high sales
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Stern game mentioned as example of prototype-to-production changes
Jack Danger design referenced as having ambitious plunger mechanic; difficult to set up correctly across production; featured in Amazing Race finals
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Stern Pinball title receiving major 0.91 code update with rules reworking
Stern title with atrocious launch code; 9 LE units available on Pinside, indicating weak demand; targeted for 1.0 code completion in January.
Stern game with accessories coming 'very soon'
Stern game cited as abandoned after launch; manufacturing durability issues referenced
Referenced in dealer pricing discussion; Pro model offered $2,500, LE models priced at $8,500
Stern Pinball game receiving shooter lane improvements kit
Referenced as having strong kinetic satisfaction despite code/auto-launcher issues