AC/DC is a music-themed pinball machine manufactured by Stern Pinball, designed by Steve Richie, first released around 2012. The game features a strong thematic fit with AC/DC's rock music catalog and is notable for its simple playfield design with approximately five major shots. It has received multiple code updates since release and was rumored as a candidate for remastering in 2026, though it remains a legacy title in Stern's catalog.
Rumors of an AC/DC pinball remaster are circulating, and the tour promotion suggests a refreshed package may be planned.
AC/DC's Power Up tour pop-up shops (July 10-September 29 across 18 North American stops) are offering a pinball machine as a sweepstakes prize.
AC/DC had 9 different released versions by Stern between 2012-2018
AC/DC remaster is strongly rumored for later in 2026.
Music-themed pinball by Stern referenced as reference point for music pins
Another Stern pinball expected this year; music pin with historical success but subject to oversaturation concerns
Stern Pinball game; landmark success that helped revitalize the company post-2008; featured Steve Ritchie design with strong music and speech elements
Stern pinball machine. Bowen wrote its rule sheet as a charity fundraiser, taking ~40 hours and producing a 40-page guide.
Stern pinball game; hosts speculate about 2026 fall release as potential remaster (possibly by John Borg or Gomez oversight); uncertainty around designer assignment
Stern Pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie in 2010s; example of Boomer-targeted themes
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AC/DC Premiums are in the low to mid nines and selling rapidly; LE at $14,500
AC/DC Pro version is significantly more difficult than Premium Edition because Pro lacks drop targets
AC/DC's super jackpot score was not being added to the player's total during multiball
AC/DC is the best pinball machine for learning flipper control skills
AC/DC (Stern Premium Vault Edition) has less sensitive slings compared to other machines, resulting in fewer wall shots
AC/DC released Back in Black album in 1980 following lead singer Bon Scott's death in February 1980
Pinball machine located in tournament annex; Preston Curry expected to log points on it
Rock band running Power Up tour with pop-up shops offering pinball machine as sweepstakes prize; subject of remaster rumors
Stern is remastering the original Steve Ritchie version; John Borg handling remaster; scheduled for later release
Stern Pinball game with complex add-a-ball requiring all five major shots plus possible VIP pass spot
Stern pinball machine featuring rock band AC/DC, Tremonti described the band as 'one of the two best bands to ever exist.'
Historical Stern music pin; used as benchmark for worldwide appeal and legacy audience size vs. Slayer
Classic Stern game rumored for remaster with full screen treatment; original designer stated it is incomplete
Stern machine with color DMD option; hosts preferred dot-matrix replication display mode over blended visual mode.
Physical pinball machine owned by Sean Don Carlos in standard condition
Pinball machine featured in 420 tournament knockout rounds
Pinball machine by Stern (inferred); subject of Dead Flip's week-long focus; features Hell's Bells mode, no ball save, tight tilt; features Steve Ritchie voice acting
Pinball machine with prototype train toy component visible in exhibit
Announced as the next game receiving Flip N Out's custom coin door replacement mod after Attack from Mars. Described as 'a ways off yet' in production timeline. Sample artwork already online. Previously an established pinball title with strong community demand.
Stern Pinball machine from 2012 (Premium model). The subject of the farewell stream; being returned to its owner who recently moved.
Stern machine referenced for animation style; animators worked on WrestleMania animations
Stern game criticized for excessive stand-up targets; used as negative comparison point
Stern pinball machine cited as the best game for learning flipper control skills
Modern Stern pinball game mentioned as example of black rubber flipper discoloration
Band-licensed pinball game featured at Pacific Pinball Museum.
Pinball machine; hosts recommend Premium tier
Referenced as comparison point for Game of Thrones' predicted frequency in tournament rotation
Stern pinball machine; noted as having one of best rule sets in pinball; preferred over Metallica in direct comparison
Stern Pinball title; Steve Ritchie design with art criticized as poor but appreciated as era-appropriate utility design
Classic Stern game by Steve Ritchie (~15 years old); rumored to be remade as all-new version; Kaneda questions the logic and difficulty of improving upon the original
Rumored new Stern game with 'new songs' (distinct from prior AC/DC pinball machines)
Pinball machine released circa 2012-2013; marked turning point for modern pinball interest and museum's acquisition of new games
Mentioned as possible John Borg Stern game (all-new version); competing speculation against Black Sabbath/Ozzy in rumor mill.
Stern pinball game; Cactus Canyon Expanded's gunfight mode borrows risk-reward jackpot mechanics from AC/DC's ruleset
Pinball game rumored for Stern Pinball; all-original John Borg design on Spike 3 (not a remaster of Steve Ritchie's classic); positions against rumored music pin remasters
Pinball machine; played in Free Play Florida finals
Rumored sixth release on new Spike 3 platform; multiple existing machines already in market
Stern machine in Ron's collection; has 3D train topper mod and outgassing DMD display issue
Game designed by Lyman Sheats with intent to balance all 12 songs equally; illustrates challenge of achieving design goals
Music-themed pinball game mentioned among quality modern releases
Stern machine; Chuck Webster owns Premium or LE; three-flipper design; used in ICR challenges with Jeff Teolis
Stern Pinball game coded by Lyman Sheets, demonstrating his ability to handle complex rulesets
Cited as a confirmed classic fan layout
Pinball machine by Richie Knobel; mentioned positively by host
Stern pinball machine used as first featured game in tournament; deep rule set with multiple modes (War Machine, Thunder Struck, Jam Multiball)
Host identifies Premium/LE version as favorite beginner teaching machine
Pinball machine available at Dead Flip; mentioned as alternative to Metallica for rest-of-week streaming
Stern pinball game mentioned in context of locking mechanics discussion
Rock band pinball machine; discussed as best-selling rock machine of all time; designed by Lyman Code and Steve Ritchie
Stern title referenced as having significantly more playfield content/toys than John Wick
Iconic Stern pinball machine; described as Stern's comeback statement (Back in Black)
Stern pinball; referenced as classic game with toys and magical moments that justified its existence; used as comparison point for modern games
Stern legacy IP; Kaneda predicts re-release in Premium form to capture new players; been out 10+ years
Referenced as past masterpiece example manufacturers should replicate quality of
Stern pinball machine, referenced as comparison point for feature-packing in Ghostbusters
Referenced as tournament comparison machine; used as example for mode strategy (Thunderstruck strategy) relevant to Game of Thrones play
Stern classic rock game cited as successful best-seller; used as benchmark for licensing quality and mainstream appeal vs newer titles
Stern pinball machine; music-themed game; discussed in Premium and Pro editions; compared favorably to Led Zeppelin in terms of thematic integration
Stern music-themed machine ranked number three in Rowan's top 10; owns Premium version
Stern pinball game referenced multiple times; mentioned Pro Vault Edition and Premium Vault Edition
Stern game title mentioned in operator feedback discussion regarding Premium/Pro editions
Music-licensed pinball machine mentioned as strong seller for bar/music fans
Pinball game mentioned in context; appears to have multiple editions (referenced with variant names)
Stern AC/DC Pro model used in finals
Premium Stern pinball that Karl mentions needing to acquire from gym location
Stern pinball game; specific edition referenced as 'Pro Vault Edition' used in tournament
Stern pinball machine; referenced with various edition tiers (Pro, Premium, Vault); pricing discussion anchor
Stern pinball game featuring Kevin O'Connor's artwork, cited as example of his contemporary work quality
Stern pinball machine referenced in transcript (Pro Vault Edition mentioned multiple times as ASR error artifact)
Stern pinball game mentioned multiple times; different editions referenced (Premium, Pro Vault Edition)
Stern Pinball machine; Pro Vault Edition referenced as having better playfield texture than Godzilla LE
Stern pinball game; Greg purchasing this game using proceeds from selling Demolition Man
Stern Pinball game; first three-tier model (Pro/Premium/LE); discussed extensively for mechanical differences
Stern Premium game ranked #8 for bell toy; captive ball feature with shaker motor, sound, and pendulum mechanics
Mentioned briefly in context; appears to be an example pinball title in discussion
Stern Pinball music machine; referenced in pricing comparisons and as comparison point for music pin quality. Referenced with corrupted text as 'AC/DC (Pro Vault Edition)' in transcription errors.
Stern pinball machine mentioned; referenced as 'Premium Vault Edition'
Stern Pinball Pro Vault Edition referenced; hosts comparing its spinner vs Avengers Captain America ramp design; Pro Edition positioned as capable alternative to Premium
Stern Pinball cornerstone game; mentioned with Premium Edition and Vault Edition variants; approximately $5,499 MSRP at time of 2019/2020 interview
Stern pinball game; coded by Lyman Sheets; listed as major work in his portfolio
Pinball game Pro version, played by Madeline Lin's co-worker at lunch
Stern pinball game (Pro Vault Edition) included in the game selection of the dual-screen build
Stern Pinball machine (Pro Vault Edition variant) present at the expo
New Wave Toys arcade replica/machine product line
#7 on list; Stern Pinball game where Pro version is significantly more brutal than Premium due to drop target removal
Stern pinball designed by Steve Ritchie with code by Sheets; developed in 4-month timeline; emphasized song selection strategy and multiple gameplay paths
Stern pinball game referenced; mentioned as Premium Vault Edition available for purchase
Stern pinball machine compared favorably to Metallica for rule depth and casual appeal
Pinball machine at DeadFlip venue
Referenced in discussion of modern pinball design trends (post targets on ramps)
Stern pinball machine being played in tournament format; Premium Edition version with physical bell mechanism
Pinball machine featured in tournament play for day 2 competition
Pinball machine with recent code update that adds multiball options
Stern pinball machine (Premium version) offered as voting option for next week's stream
Stern pinball machine being played during stream; referenced as both Pro and Premium Vault Edition variants
Stern Pinball game in Premium Edition; referenced for song-based mode mechanics similar to Aerosmith
Pro Vault Edition pinball machine at Movieland Arcade
Stern Premium Edition in DeadFlip studio; Jack's stated favorite machine
Pinball machine referenced multiple times during gameplay, mentioned in context of video shoots in Helsinki
Stern Premium Vault Edition machine; host recently played it with observations about sling sensitivity
Stern pinball machine with Pro and Premium editions mentioned in studio inventory
Stern pinball machine mentioned in context of code update improvements
Stern Pinball machine owned by DeadFlip in multiple editions (Pro Vault, Premium Vault, Premium); planned for next week's stream
Pinball machine at Penn Stack; also mentioned as recently installed at restaurant bar near speaker's location
Rumored Stern Pinball remaster for 2026; Stern previously made AC/DC and The Vault (ACDC themed)
Referenced as example of music-themed game design
Stern game with mini-playfield; considered mediocre by Colin in terms of integration
Multi-level playfield design example; used as contrast to predicted three-flipper Led Zeppelin layout
Potential Stern pinball game based on rock band; listed on debunked rumor list; status uncertain
Stern Pinball machine referenced in context of Malcolm Young's death; noted as performing well with vault editions
Stern pinball game, no longer in production line, both hosts enjoyed it
Stern pinball machine designed by Ritchie with programmer Lyman Sheets; collaborative project between California-based Ritchie and Sheets visiting his home
Previous Stern Pinball model referenced as precedent for lower playfield strategy on premium/LE vs. Pro versions.
Stern game that marked Steve Ritchie's return and the company's revitalization; strong remaster candidate
Stern game suggested as remaster candidate despite being repeatedly vaulted; music IP could support remaster
Pinball machine themed to rock band; referenced for Bon Scott connection to 'Shazbot Nanu Nanu'
Stern game; identified as the pinball machine that put Stern back on the map commercially; strong remaster candidate per Dennis.
Stern pinball machine (Pro version) available at Tilt
Pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie with Lyman Sheets at Stern Pinball; spawned multiple remakes and editions; understood to be Stern's biggest seller.
Stern Pinball music-themed game, part of Stern's music pinball catalog
Stern pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie; Premium/LE version in collection with custom synchronized lighting
Pinball machine used in A Division final tournament play as deciding game
Pinball machine featured on free play during Silver Ball Planet event
Stern pinball machine in March 2018 venue inventory
Stern pinball machine programmed by Sheats and Steve Ritchie; major commercial success
Previous Stern Pinball music-themed game in the series preceding Iron Maiden
Stern pinball machine themed after the rock band, one of two machines featured at charity event
Stern Premium machine featured in BOP qualifying lineup
Stern pinball game referenced for crossover ramp design inspiration on Houdini
Pinball game referenced for comparison to Houdini's lightning bolt ramp design
Stern game previously vaulted with new Lucis and Pros
Stern rock-themed pinball machine present in Dallas home
LE variant listed #13 in Rock Fantasy earnings
Stern pinball machine owned by Sean Don Carlos; newly released for ColorDMD support at $400 price point
Planned launch table for Stern Pinball App; subject of $108,000 Kickstarter campaign
Stern music-themed pinball table; available on Gear VR; compared favorably to Rolling Stones and Metallica in community reception
Stern pinball available in Stern Pinball Arcade VR with Premium and LE editions purchasable via tokens
Stern game; referenced as frequently vaulted/re-released, similar to Metallica
Stern pinball; selling briskly; Premium in low-to-mid nines, LE at $14,500
Pinball game mentioned as being in daughter's home with young granddaughter
Stern pinball; mentioned regarding README updates about devil horn changes
Stern pinball machine; music-themed; praised by both Patrick and Rob as favorite design
Music-themed pinball machine; elevated music pin design to new level; features ramps designed by Steve Ritchie with code by Lyman
Pinball machine; Jeff mentioned playing ICR challenges on this game
2012-2013 Stern Pinball game; recently received unexpected new code update; example of legacy game receiving support
Subject of remaster rumor; Kaneda heard from two reliable sources it will be the next remaster after initial KISS speculation
Modern Stern pinball machine featuring cannon mechanism, bell, and song playback; demonstrated during episode
Stern Pinball designed by Steve Ritchie; Joe's pick for Ritchie's greatest game; rules by Lyman Sheets
Stern pinball machine; received major code update after 3.5 years with bug fixes and gameplay rebalancing
Pinball machine referenced for bell toy ball exit comparison
Stern pinball machine brought out of mothballs for Stump tournament; received significant play throughout event
Ritchie-designed Stern pinball (2012); described as Stern's best seller; collaborative masterpiece with Lyman Sheets; exemplar of creative freedom and complete licensing assets
Stern pinball machine featuring 12-song jukebox wizard mode (Encore), Jeff completed recently during COVID isolation
Song exploration game mechanic referenced as possible design model for Queen pinball's song-based wizard modes
Licensed pinball game by Ritchie; cited as example of game with broad demographic appeal spanning ages 7-70+.
Modern Stern pinball game owned by Johannes; discusses specific strategy around song jackpot and album multiball stacking
First Stern game to ship new-in-box with LEDs from factory; Ryan Wanger's first new-in-box purchase
Steve Ritchie game for Stern credited with saving company and spawning proliferation of rock band themed pinballs; multiple versions and re-releases
Referenced as example of band pinball; hosts discuss implementation as 'corny' but note decent integration with highway theme and bell mechanic.
Modern pinball game with Encore Championship wizard mode; Jeff owns machine, attempting to reach wizard mode
Pinball machine used for Thunder Tilt custom tournament format
Steve Ritchie design; similar minimalist approach to Led Zeppelin
Stern pinball designed by Lyman; mentioned as game Penny played during development while Lyman worked on code for other titles
Pinball game where Keith previously used banana flippers in a mini tournament at his house, establishing the mod's difficulty and appeal.
Referenced in technical specification (AC/DC 6.3V circuit) - may be coincidental naming or specific reference
Alternative Stern remaster candidate; features bell mechanism and cannon; has lower playfield with tiny marble; Don prefers Kiss remaster from business perspective
Pinball machine mentioned by Ian as one of few available in Halifax casinos; rare to find in venues at the time of his early experiences
Stern pinball machine purchased by Nick around 2011-2012; catalyst for Kevin and Nick's initial meeting and friendship
Stern pinball game; referenced as part of Walt's tournament game sequence with 'solid' scores
Stern pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie; article author's initial incorrect prediction for 2026 remaster
Rumored remastered Stern pinball game for 2026 release
Stern Pinball machine; included in expanded code outline by Sharpe/Sheats
Rumored Stern remaster for 2026 release
Potential Stern 2026 remaster; host skeptical of music-themed remaster choice; would prefer Tron or Lord of the Rings
Stern game; comparison baseline with 5 major shots vs. Star Wars' 8; used to illustrate real estate constraints
Game whose jackpot rule mechanics inspired/influenced Gunfight mode design
Rumored Stern remaster; had nine different versions (2012-2018); discussed backglass window issues and potential improvements
Steve Richie-designed game; unlikely remaster candidate due to designer departure; Sterling prefers Kiss.
Stern legacy game that received major code update in 2018
Stern pinball game; Chuck Ernst's first project, creating 3D train sculpture
Stern music-themed game featured in the pinball lounge
Machine with high score trophy award
Music-themed Stern pinball machine; Kerry King is a fan of the band and the game
Previous Stern game with lower playfield; had mixed reception and negative player preference; Sullivan learned from its design mistakes
Pinball machine themed around AC/DC music; described as having strong thematic fit with pinball format
Game in Flip Out London collection
Historical Stern game cited as example of simple design (five shots) comparable to Pokémon
Stern game receiving code updates with new reward system and mode balancing
Stern Pinball re-release planned for 2026; Kaneda questions demand for rereleases
Spooky Pinball title receiving major code rebalancing to encourage mode variety instead of single-song repetition