Star Trek is a pinball machine with a complex history spanning multiple manufacturers and implementations. Originally a 1979 Bally game designed by Gary Gaten that sold 16,000-17,000 units, it was later reimplemented as a 2013 Stern machine designed by Steve Richie featuring RGB LED implementation. The game is known for its deep ruleset centered on a five-year mission wizard mode and has received multiple code updates and digital adaptations, including Zen table versions across platforms (2023 AtGames release) and specialty implementations with show clips and voice talent.
Star Trek: Pinball's day on March 16, 2025 had 31 players in 10 rounds of group match play
Star Trek: The Next Generation Spike 3 remaster would have superior playfield layout compared to Metallica remaster
Star Trek pinball sold 16,000-17,000 units and was designed by Gary Gaten
Star Trek LE version has different playability than Pro version due to scoop kick-out geometry and kickback mechanics
Classic pinball machine, Neil's first pinball experience at age 16-17
Pinball machine with modified bonus collect shot and stand-up target bank; sudden death final game in pin golf tournament
Pinball machine at Three Kings Tavern that captured Cassie's attention early in her pinball journey
Classic Steve Ritchie design, benchmark for flow and shooting design
Upcoming Stern pinball machine based on new TV show; mentioned as unconfirmed next release after current title
Stern game; layout and mechanics comparison point for Elton John three-flipper design and ramp features
Steve Ritchie design at Press Start; described as 'most gorgeous Star Trek'; consistent play but noted for Ritchie design similarities
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Star Trek has the most really good games across a pinball franchise despite different manufacturers
Star Trek pinball sold nearly 17,000 units after being released by Bally in 1979.
Stern Star Trek vault edition coming in Pro and Premium only with no cosmetic changes from the original
Star Trek pinball has Klingon Multiball as a feature
Star Trek pinball has excellent lighting design
Star Trek pinball theme is timeless and fun
Star Trek: The Next Generation first aired in September 1987 as a relaunch of the Star Trek franchise
Stern game with multiple model tiers (Pro/Premium); owned/previously owned by Tony; fun layout praised
Stern Pinball machine; speaker's first new-in-box game; deeply valued for ruleset depth
Pinball machine used as hole 5 in pin golf tournament; 35 million target score; plays differently on LE vs Pro versions
First game in pin golf rotation; 35 million target score; features multiball stacking, modes, locks, and ramps
Premium pinball machine at tournament; featured prominently in Day 2 gameplay; 35 million par target; noted for lack of ball save and lock mechanism issues
Heavy Stern game; Scott chose it over as alternative to lighter games; example of weight-related injury risk
Stern pinball machine; cited as competitor to Elton John with superior warp ramp shot (92% of perfection)
Solid state pinball machine used in tournament finals; noted for fair tilt settings; Colin Macalpine and Jack Danger's opening game in group 1
Pinball machine; both Eric and Martin own versions (Premium/LE); used in heads-up ICR stream with custom handicaps
Pinball machine in tournament lineup
The primary game discussed throughout the stream; Five Year Mission is its main wizard mode
Recently acquired by Chris Bucci (nearly new in box); known for significant airball issues; warp ramp end prone to airball generation; Chris modified post rubber with sleeve rubber to reduce airball frequency
Steve Ritchie design by Stern; featured in Star Wars vs. Star Trek comparison segment; praised for smooth gameplay, fatter shots, repeatable warp ramp, and light show; criticized for easy difficulty and blurred rules
Upcoming or recently announced pinball machine based on Star Trek IP by Stern Pinball
Pinball machine featured in tournament play; reportedly had issues during event setup
Pinball machine recently mentioned by George as being very enjoyable; now located at Christine's house; George planning to stream it.
Limited Edition pinball machine by Stern; primary focus of gameplay stream, includes modes like Nero 1-3, Prime Directive, Space Jump, Save the Enterprise
Stern pinball machine with recent code update including medals system
Referenced as comparison for upper flipper loop satisfaction; Warp 9.8/9.9 mode comparison with Godzilla PRO
Stern pinball machine used for the battle; George owns a physical LE, Frisco plays virtual version with End Fozzy physics
Stern Pinball machine featured at the event; praised for theme, gameplay speed, multiballs, and lighting
Referenced for shallow left ramp mechanics similar to Hobbit; allows unusual shots from upper right flipper
Referenced as a comparison for hype/queue lines; mentioned as a prior Stern blockbuster
Licensed Star Trek-themed pinball machine by Stern Pinball featuring TNG characters and references
Stern Star Trek Pro pinball; replaced South Park at Fanny Ann's; moved from Wicked West when location closed; well-maintained at current location
Stern pinball machine, Steve Ritchie design, referenced for warp ramp and layout signature
Game in Finger Lakes tournament; Eric Russell scored 370 million points in quarterfinals; featured in finals tiebreaker game selection
Stern pinball with minimal artwork; hosts criticize as rushed/incomplete despite fun gameplay by Steve Ritchie
Stern game from same era as Walking Dead, referenced as part of strong output period
Bally pinball machine restored in Newton area by Dave and another technician (Keith Elwin mentioned), requiring full service and delivery to Woods Hole.
Stern Pinball machine; designed by Steve Ritchie based on Star Trek reboot films; Thiel composed original Star Trek-themed music rather than licensing film score; deeply emotionally significant to him as a lifelong Trekkie
First pinball game Jon played; described as getting his 'beak wet' before Lord of the Rings obsession
Stern Pinball game; Jason owns Elite version at home; serves as reference point for visual and audio design comparisons
Potential pinball remaster Don would be interested in
Stern pinball game featured in championship finals, has modes including Narrow, Prime Directive, Space Jump, Super Ramps, described as more controllable and Papa Duke friendly
Pinball machine in George's collection
Referenced as prior example of upper loop shot implementation
Pinball machine in tournament lineup; used in matches; referenced for gameplay mechanics comparison
Machine at Cameron Silver Ball Saloon that experienced malfunction during tournament play before finals
Pinball machine compared favorably to Ghostbusters; noted for inclusion of toys/physical features
Pinball machine used in finals with 35 million point target score; features prime directive, klingon locks, away team modes
Mentioned in context of Stern game updates or releases not included in recent code updates
Game offered by Johnny Pinball that Karl is considering acquiring
Pinball machine used in tournament sudden death playoff, shooter-focused game with mission modes and spinner
Classic pinball game referenced for warp target mechanic comparison to Dialed In! center shot technique
Stern pinball machine used in tournament; known for challenging lock shots and popular among tournament players
Stern pinball machine featured in tournament finals; noted for tight tilt, floaty ball, and complex modes
Pinball machine player has not yet documented on stream
Pinball machine potentially in tournament setup, hosts uncertain if coverage will focus on this or Game of Thrones
Williams pinball game with backglass artwork by O'Connor; underwent significant revision when Paramount switched uniforms for movie release and requested removal of phaser violence
Stern game designed by Ritchie with collaborative team including Wei-Sheng Wesley Chang on programming
Machine mentioned as housing Beatles-themed and Hot Wheels placements at Saint Louis hospital
Pinball machine owned by host for two weeks before catastrophic coil failure and replacement
Pinball machine; part of George's collection
Available at Endo Brewing in LE version
Iron Pinball pinball machine with Star Trek theme
Pinball machine by Iron Pinball featuring Star Trek IP
Pro edition pinball machine being played throughout the stream; George attempts Enterprise Amok wizard mode and double captain's chair achievement
Pinball machine being played; wizard mode (Enterprise Amok) demonstrated
Available in streaming lineup
Mentioned as a real pinball machine host currently owns for Friday streams
Stern machine used as comparison point for intuitive shot selection and code clarity
Limited Edition pinball machine being streamed; features warp ramp, away team shots, Destroy the Drill modes, Nero multiball, and Star Trek IP theming
Recent Stern pinball title referenced as having strong code implementation and player experience; Greg expressed positive ownership experience
Pinball game title featured in tutorial covering double scoring mechanics
Stern pinball machine being streamed and played; Pro model with recent plastics, rubbers, and mod installations
Star Trek pinball machine by Iron Pinball
Referenced as comparison point for mode-start mechanics; mentioned in context of combo potential
Referenced for smooth ramp gameplay comparison to Dialed In!
Stern Pinball machine cited as one of only other games with shooting satisfaction comparable to Metallica; has better flow but equally satisfying shots.
Bright, appealing pinball game; cited as example of successful route placement due to bright visual design that attracts new players
Stern Pinball release; Kaneda cites as one of Ritchie's last successful games alongside AC/DC Premium
Layout mechanic throwback referenced in Guardians orb shot design
Pinball machine mentioned as having superior playfield artwork design compared to Tron Legacy
Referenced as example of effective disco ball implementation that hosts hope Deadpool will match
#4 ranked; designed by Steve Ritchie; features warp ramp with perfect geometry and lighting; hosts identify this as most memorable feature
Stern Pinball machine; Premium Edition compared against Star Wars and Spider-Man Vault
#1 ranked shot: warp ramp (repeatable, smooth, tells player shot count); Steve Ritchie design praised for aggressive feel
Stern Pinball machine (Steve Ritchie design) ranked #4 by Zach; discussed in Premium/LE variant preference
Referenced Steve Ritchie design with third flipper mechanic; used as comparison for combo flow and ramp smoothness
Used as comparison for early solid-state game quality
Position 10; Stern Pinball; designer Steve Ritchie; praised for smooth shots, theme integration, cabinet aesthetics; recommended for new players
Stern Pinball title; polished/bug-fix update coming
Stern pinball game cited as example of design encouraging risky on-the-fly shooting with 2X combat shot bonus
Stern Pinball machine referenced as example of early launch code issues; mentioned as recently receiving a code update
Stern game with new code update featuring away team mechanics and medal scoring system
Machine Fred played at previous night's Brixey location
Stern pinball machine that received new code update approximately one month before stream date
Pinball machine with Next Generation version featuring launchers/cannons; recently updated with code fixes
Pinball machine where Ben Vigent reports current best performance relative to other titles
Mentioned as potentially good for beginners; hosts express mixed opinions on difficulty
Stern pinball machine; recently updated with new code featuring metal badge system
Pinball machine with similar layout to Spider-Man; designed by Steve Ritchie
Pinball machine used in tournament; experienced game malfunction requiring restart during Eric Wright vs Frederick Richardson match
Pinball machine on display at SGDQ
Steve Ritchie classic referenced as design element incorporated into Elton John layout
Referenced as example of sci-fi theme associated with Richie Knoblich's design interests
Previously restored machine; comparison reference for subway system cleanliness
Pinball machine played at 2019 Nationals; one of the longest-wait games at the tournament; host played against opponent while receiving Bowden's strategic mentorship
Steve Ritchie design; host references warp ramp as example of fun shot design; mentions possible upper flipper interaction
Referenced as Steve Ritchie design with precedent for center ramp being hittable by multiple flippers
Steve Ritchie design referenced for upper flipper mechanics similar to Led Zeppelin's center ramp shot
Stern release; Keith Elwin explicitly states he dislikes its mode-gating design philosophy where unlit shots award no points.
Atari game discussed for flipper mechanics; Pro version criticized as 'Peasant's version' for lacking up-kicker
Referenced as example of game with prohibitively difficult end-game wizard mode (five-mission goal) that frustrates non-elite players
Pinball machine; noted for brightness affecting ball tracking compared to Jurassic Park
Pinball machine played by Tony during Texas Pinball Festival qualification where Jack Danger was working nearby as streaming operator.
DMD machine in Wizards tournament, had long qualifying lines, Dennis's best DMD game
Stern Pinball machine; Tony's only new in-box purchase; noted for minimal cosmetic differences between Pro and Premium/LE tiers
Steve Ritchie-designed three-flipper layout similar to Spider-Man; Pro version ~$5,000; currently in production
Referenced in discussion of playfield design features (big starship for multiball starts)
Stern Pinball game; Jason references as having one of his best first impressions, now tied or second to Foo Fighters
Stern pinball game owned by Zach; has red shaker motor from Cointaker; referenced for comparison to other games
Stern machine owned by both hosts; discussed as design reference and gameplay preference; Pro version owned by Dennis
Modern Stern Star Trek based on newer film franchise; host's favorite Star Trek iteration; features three-flipper layout, 18 modes, Carl Urban callouts
Spooky pinball game with simpler shaker motor installation (pre-spotted T-nut holes) compared to Total Nuclear Annihilation
Referenced as example of always-ready-for-mode-activation design philosophy
Stern game Dennis purchased new ~10 years ago for $4,800; used to contextualize current pricing inflation
Referenced by Dennis for comparison of multiball frequency (has vengeance multiball)
Stern game; remaster option discussed with potential Strange New Worlds re-theme; mentions possibility of featuring actor Anson Mount.
Pinball machine donated to Christie Hospital Young Oncology Unit
Stern pinball machine (Pro, 2013) located at The Highlander, noted as generously set for free games
Previous Stern Pinball title; Mustang positioned as follow-up in early 2014
1979 licensed Bally pinball machine; sold nearly 17,000 units; artwork updated to reflect Star Trek: The Motion Picture uniforms.
Stern pinball designed by Steve Ritchie; iconic modern machine with LE and vaulted editions
Stern Pro pinball machine at NickelRama #1
Stern pinball machine at Moonwalker Arcade
Stern pinball machine in venue inventory (referenced as Star Trek Pro in 2016 snapshot)
2013 Stern pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie; based on recent Star Trek movie reboot; $1 per play
Stern pinball machine; Mike's newest acquisition (purchased last week); played 4-5 times during stream week
Last game before Game of Thrones to establish speaker panel decal convention
Pinball game; screens referenced during tour
Stern Pinball game; translite autographed by Gary Stern used as grand prize
Modern Stern pinball machine at museum, described as gorgeous
Stern pinball machine; hosts speculate as possible but uncertain candidate for Stern Pinball Arcade inclusion
Mentioned as successful Farsight Kickstarter with strong community enthusiasm
Major paid launch table ($10) for Stern Pinball App; significant title with digital licensing already established
Stern licensed table; announced for Stern Pinball Arcade this fall via Farsight; hosts note limited hands-on experience
Stern pinball table in Stern Pinball Arcade with reported floating dot laser effects
Stern pinball available in Stern Pinball Arcade VR with Premium and LE editions purchasable via tokens
Bally pinball game licensed as part of settlement with Paramount Pictures over Eight Ball lawsuit
Ritchie design referenced as potentially superior shooting layout to Elton John
Major license release; initially received negative reaction to playfield layout and toy design; sold well despite criticism
Used as comparison for flow definition and medal system; break structure discussed vs. Avengers
Stern pinball game featured at Allentown PinFest 2023 tournament, noted as longest-playing game from previous year
2013 Stern pinball game announced for vault edition release in Pro and Premium models with no cosmetic changes; came out approximately 5 years after original release
Arcade/pinball machine; Matthew currently providing restoration services for a customer's Star Trek machine.
Stern Pinball game from ~11 years prior (circa 2014) noted as last machine to feature expression lights on side rails before Walking Dead Remastered
1991 Data East release; art by Kevin O'Connor and Paul Ferris; described as 'lost game' rarely seen; features neon pink/green color palette and yellowed hologram backglass; very cool looking
Pinball game referenced for color/lighting design challenges in multiball modes
Stern Pinball designed by Steve Ritchie; referenced as 'absolute perfection' as far as Ritchie's layouts; widely praised
Modern flow-based game; Eric owns this and appreciates its flow style
Referenced in comparison for warp ramp/multiball shot mechanics; Vengeance Shot style comparison for Led Zeppelin's electric multiball mechanism
Referenced as exemplar of well-designed upper flipper shot (Warp Ramp); comparison point for Rick and Morty third flipper design
Modern pinball machine referenced as having strong game recognition appeal for casual players
Pinball machine owned by Robert Glaswutner; the game that introduced Alois to pinball
Pinball machine referenced for upper flipper design with multiple shot options (light locks, warp ramp).
Licensed pinball game by Ritchie described as 'fantastic.'
Pinball game where Thiel worked on audio; features classic 1966 sound effects; Steve Ritchie rejected modern Michael Giacchino film scores as insufficiently 'pinball-y.'
1979 Bally game; designed by Gary Gaten; 16,000-17,000 units sold; first SBA-era game discussed
Ritchie-designed game; first game Ritchie made with full RGB LED implementation; praised for visual beauty
Licensed table available on AtGames cabinet; part of five-game launch lineup
Licensed Zen table released in 2023; complex multi-studio universe requiring significant approval timeline; Deep Space Nine version features integrated show clips and voice talent
AtGames cabinet skin with high-performance surround sound implementation
Data East; down 20% YoY; recommended to avoid
WPC-era game with center hole shot that doesn't experience typical edge wear; example of playfield-specific protector design.
Pinball machine featured in league tournament play; used for competitive matches
Referenced in comparison to Rush regarding extra ball shot positioning; noted as 'positioned a little bit better' than Rush's extra ball target
Subject machine being restored; features three ramp assemblies, optical sensors, multiple bumper types, and custom modifications
Stern 2013 game designed by Steve Richie; ranked #7; featured for warp ramp shots feeding back to upper flipper
Pinball machine present at PinFest; host recently acquired one before event and reports it working well without problems
Game at Neil's location; Sterling hopes to have it back for Halloween tournament
Stern game, received Toad update with Carl Urban call-outs and medals, significant transformation of gameplay
Stern premium machine available at tournament venue with playfield camera setup
Deep ruleset example; hosts discuss five-year mission wizard mode difficulty; Kaiboshi Maru as achievable intermediate goal
Mentioned for combo speed comparison; The Shadow noted as faster
Stern legacy game that received code update in 2018
Jersey Jack game designed by Steve Richie; considered excellent by competitive community; used as comparison point for Elton John conservatism
Modern Stern game with inferior theme integration compared to Next Gen version, criticized by Rhodes
Stern Pinball's licensed game based on 2009 Star Trek and Into Darkness films, designed by Steve Richie
Older pinball games used as examples to demonstrate contrast between pre-LED and modern LED technology
New Stern Pinball machine being promoted with celebrity endorsement
Original version at Pinball's Arcade with problematic spinner mechanics
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