Predator is a widebody pinball game released in 2025 by Pinball Brothers, based on the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger action film. The game features jungle theming, weapon collection mechanics, multiball modes, and a dual-motor Predator toy, but was severely constrained by missing Arnold Schwarzenegger likeness licensing. Despite strong gameplay reception at Expo 2025 and critical praise for mechanics and theme, the game experienced catastrophic commercial failure, selling only 150-300 units of an initial 800-unit production run before being discontinued December 31, 2025, due to Disney license expiration.
Predator by Pinball Brothers has clunky flipper feel and overly safe shots
Predator has substantial hardware on both top and underside of playfield
Predator is mechanically distinct from Whirlwind despite initial critical comparison
Predator features weapon collection as gameplay mechanic with multiple weapon types
Licensed action movie IP machine by Pinball Brothers, reaching final production with 1.0 code update
Pinball Brothers' game at Expo 2025, described as most divisive with polarized reception
2025 Pinball Brothers release; based on Predator franchise; mixed reception from author
Pinball Brothers widebody title; entering final production with only 27 units remaining; positioning as rare collectible; Survival Kit parts bundle available for $499
Italian-made widebody game; 300-unit production cap with March 31st final order deadline
Unreleased Stern title; Don speculates it must appear at Expo or project is 'dead'; implied major announcement expected
[Triage: Pinball Brothers likely transitioned from manufacturer status to a design/licensing entity while Euro Pinball Corp took over assembly and production responsibilities.]
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The game emphasizes bonus-heavy scoring architecture
Rule clarity on lock/multiball mechanics is initially confusing during early play
Predator widebody maintains balanced playfield without excessive floatiness typical of the format
Predator contains approximately 20 minutes of video clips from the movie
Predator was designed to capture both the slow, eerie jungle sequences and the frantic violent action from the film through pacing dynamics
Pinball Brothers has pivoted to using Bally/Williams flipper mechanics and style for Predator
The Trophy Edition of Predator is limited to 300 units with green trims, backlit translight, and shaker
Pinball Brothers will stop selling Predator at end of March 2026 due to Disney license expiration
Predator uses three times the lighting capacity compared to Alien
Pinball Brothers leaned into comedic tone for Predator rather than serious/dark aesthetic
Multiple players ran Predator code out/to completion during Expo gameplay
Predator playfield is similar to Whirlwind layout but expanded and widened
Pinball Brothers' Predator was the most divisive game at Pinball Expo 2025.
Predator was the most divisive machine at Pinball Expo 2025
Predator machines have higher out-of-box defect rates than most games in the industry
Predator's biggest dealbreaker for sales is the absence of Arnold Schwarzenegger likeness/voice
Predator homebrew by Pinball Brothers ran completely flawless at Electric Bat with zero game-breaking bugs
Predator is limited to approximately 180 total units ever due to licensing contract ending December 2025
Predator is Pinball Brothers' best game and ranks favorably among competition despite production limitations
Predator pinball is starting to ship with at least one confirmed unit in Australia
Streamer's Predator machine did not arrive in first shipment
Predator is 'old, old stuff'
Predator pinball machine demonstrates quality gameplay based on performance by third-ranked tournament player
Predator direct-to-consumer pricing at $11,999 is $1,000 more than original announced $10,999
Predator production is capped at 150 remaining units and the game has not yet appeared at major pinball shows.
Predator game lacks Arnold Schwarzenegger as main character
Predator playfield exhibits excessive backlight flashing that obscures visibility
The original Predator gameplay reveal video included Arnold Schwarzenegger appearances and was removed for legal reasons
Predator has much less content and assets than Alien despite being a widebody
Predator is priced at $15,500, which is $5,500 more than Harry Potter Arcade Edition at $10,000
Stern's Predator will suffer from the same licensing/asset limitations as Harry Potter
Arnold Schwarzenegger's inclusion in Predator is critical to the game selling 1,000+ units
Pinball Brothers' Predator is an original design, not a retheme of Alien
Predator pinball will be wide-body format, not ABBA layout reskin
Predator pinball machine works for 1-2 balls and then breaks
Genghis started bodybuilding at age 12 after watching Predator (1987)
Genghis would pay any price for a Predator pinball machine and bolt it to the floor permanently
Recent release starting to ship, with confirmed unit in Australia, expected at Pinball Expo
Jersey Jack Pinball game, recently demonstrated by high-ranked tournament player
In Retro Ralph's collection; acquisition details unclear
Padretti/Pinball Brothers game; limited to 150 units remaining; not yet demonstrated at major shows.
Pinball Brothers game based on Predator film IP; limited to 150 units, production ending December, price reduced to $12,000, no public playable units yet
JJP game being toured by Aaron (Fast Pinball) across multiple locations; arriving at Expo
Licensed pinball title; Scott mentions it as example of problematic license that could be turned into good game by skilled designers; references Pinball Brothers capability
Pinball Brothers title; only 200 units planned, poor sales (~100 units), no Arnold Schwarzenegger licensing
Upcoming Pinball Brothers machine; in development for 10+ years; mystique due to long wait and previous failed Spooky attempt
Pinball Brothers title; only 2 units sold per major distributor; catastrophic commercial failure
Announced Stern game whose timeline remains uncertain
Upcoming Pinball Brothers game based on 1987 Predator film; plagued by licensing restrictions, unapproved promotional content, and ambiguous feature descriptions
Pinball Brothers title scheduled for ~two-week release; production and international availability threatened by tariff issues; Kaneda's thematic preference among upcoming releases.
Unreleased title; only 2 units reported sold to major distributor
Pinball Brothers game suffering from poor marketing; Kaneda predicts will fail without Arnold Schwarzenegger in game
Upcoming Pinball Brothers game; viewed positively by Ian after seeing tournament-quality playthrough; has good flow mechanics
Pinball Brothers machine; US-only license; facing tariff complications and limited market appeal
Upcoming Pinball Brothers game; likely April/May release window; expected to compete with Harry Potter launch timing
Pinball Brothers wide-body releasing June 12; anticipated to conflict with Potter momentum; questionable Arnold Schwarzenegger involvement
Stern pinball releasing this week; priced at $11,000-$12,500; concerns about overpricing vs. Alien
Stern Pinball machine releasing June 18; criticized for lacking Arnold Schwarzenegger and for slow marketing tease
Stern Pinball machine facing launch crisis; leaked footage showed more Arnold content than official release; poor voice acting quality
Pinball game by Pinball Brothers; on production line with mid-August target ship date; priced at $15,000
Mentioned as a licensing complexity example; European manufacturer game; tariff-impacted sales
Spooky Pinball licensed title suffering from licensing issues (missing Arnold Schwarzenegger); quality and delivery problems noted
Pinball game by Pinball Brothers based on 1987 Predator film, in shipping boxes, expected release June 12th, wide-body machine with four pop bumpers
Upcoming release by Pinball Brothers being revealed on day of episode; heavily teased; notable for excluding Arnold Schwarzenegger; interactive Gatling gun mechanic mentioned
Pinball Brothers game expected June 12, 2025; Kaneda predicts mechanical emptiness and questions design appropriateness for jungle theme
Widebody pinball game by Pinball Brothers based on 1987 film; $15,500 price point; subject of Kaneda's major critique
Pinball Brothers title; expensive execution of dream theme; criticized for design decisions (crew death mechanics, Arnold removal); underwhelming gameplay videos
Stern Pinball game; production line not starting until August-September; Kaneda expresses declining enthusiasm upon seeing more content
Classic game; mentioned as example of announced-but-undelivered projects
Pinball Brothers machine; based on Predator IP; lacks Arnold Schwarzenegger despite being critical draw; priced at $11,995 after tariffs covered; approximately 150 units claimed remaining; ceasing production end of 2025
Pinball Brothers title in development; priced ~$15,000; Sigourney Weaver included but Arnold Schwarzenegger likely too expensive to license; word-of-mouth critical for success
Unreleased pinball title (manufacturer unknown); Kaneda speculates manufacturer is sitting on release, suggests strategic teaser campaign to dominate show conversation
Upcoming game Kaneda mentions; questions whether Arnold Schwarzenegger will be featured
Upcoming pinball game; Kaneda predicts it will be 'horrendous' without Arnold Schwarzenegger and poor theme implementation
Upcoming/rumored Stern game; host predicts it will suffer from same asset licensing/animation limitations
Stern release expected summer 2025; mentioned as upcoming content
Pinball Brothers game in development; blurry playfield image leaked; Arnold inclusion uncertain
Pinball Brothers game; delayed to summer 2025; Arnold Schwarzenegger confirmed in game
Unannounced game launching June 18 (Juneteenth); priced at $10,000; criticized for slow reveal and cheap helicopter topper; no Arnold voice
Upcoming Pinball Brothers game currently undergoing excessive teasing marketing campaign with vague jungle imagery
Rumored 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger film-themed pinball game in development by Pinball Brothers; described as an exclusive industry rumor not yet publicly announced.
Pinball Brothers widebody game based on 1987 Predator film; $10,995 MSRP; 800 units planned; uses Arnold Schwarzenegger character with licensing restrictions
Highway Pinball game; Kaneda claims he was 'the only voice' calling it a scam 10 years ago because Andrew Highway had no Arnold Schwarzenegger license and was building in a basement
Pinball Brothers game; discussed as having sales/quality concerns; availability window closing
Licensed IP; Pinball Brothers has manufacturing rights; unclear which film version; Kaneda speculates original Schwarzenegger film most desirable
Pinball machine based on Predator movie IP, by Pinball Brothers
Pinball Bros game; directly criticized for AI-generated art in promotional trailer
Pinball Brothers machine at Expo 2025, described as most divisive game with polarized community reaction
Upcoming widebody pinball machine by Pinball Brothers based on Arnold Schwarzenegger film; features movie assets; in-house design; reveal April 25; priced $8-9k top tier.
Barrels of Fun pinball machine, played at George's home during pre-Christmas visit
Proposed pinball machine by Kevin Kulaak and Skip B; licensing issue exposed by Steven Martin revealing no valid Fox license was granted; became major investigative journalism story for Pinball News
Rumored Pinball Brothers machine; Gonzo characterizes as dream theme not previously mass-produced
Upcoming widebody pinball licensed from Disney based on 1987 Predator film; features extensive IP integration, interactive mechs, player-as-Dutch gameplay; MSRP $10,995 plus optional $1,495 Trophy Package; ~800 units planned
Widebody pinball machine based on 1987 Predator film, licensed through Disney; features Dutch protagonist, crew management, three multiballs including Gatling gun mechanism, released 2025
Pinball Brothers' new widebody machine based on Predator film IP; criticized for absent Arnold Schwarzenegger, weak helicopter toy mechanic, and borrowed playfield elements
Widebody pinball machine by Pinball Brothers based on 1987 Predator film; running .95 code with incomplete wizard mode; features crew collection, weapon upgrades, ammunition management, and multiple multiball modes
Pinball Brothers; Arnold Schwarzenegger version; 1,000 units; April 25 release; wide-body; Kaneda predicts poor gameplay quality due to in-house design; loss-leader concern
Pinball Brothers' in-development title; Kaneda predicts success if Arnold Schwarzenegger is included in game
Pinball Brothers game; announcement expected in April timeframe
Upcoming pinball game. Kaneda references in sequence of expected releases within two-month window after Portal reveal.
Pinball Brothers title; announced for April 25 reveal at Allentown, now appears canceled or significantly delayed due to tariff impacts
Pinball Brothers' upcoming game; Kaneda suggests it should have been marketed more aggressively before Harry Potter reveal
2025 Pinball Brothers widebody game based on 1987 film; subject of licensing violation and pricing criticism
Referenced as example of pinball game where Van Es was burned as collector/investor due to company dissolution and lack of delivered product
Pinball Brothers title; production ends Dec 31 due to licensing expiration; Carrie played ~20 mins, called it 'okay'
Pinball machine with artwork featured in exhibit
Rare/unique one-of-one machine with tragic backstory; referenced but not played in this video
Spooky Pinball horror-themed machine; released prior to Winchester/Beetlejuice timeline; received positive reception at Pinball Expo
Pinball Brothers game without Arnold Schwarzenegger; criticized for licensing decision; 650 of 800 allegedly sold (Hardy skeptical); direct-to-consumer pricing strategy at $12,000; not yet played publicly
Pinball machine whose company bank account allegedly provided funds for Amanda Kulik's house purchase
Failed pinball project by Skit Bee with ongoing legal disputes over asset distribution and VirtuaPin's involvement in cabinet manufacturing
Unlicensed pinball machine attempted by Skit B based on Arnold Schwarzenegger film; failed due to copyright infringement; pre-order money not fully refunded.
Pinball machine to be played by streamer later in the streaming session.
Pinball machine being played; manufactured by Pinball Brothers, features multiball modes and weapon mechanics
Pinball machine at center of Kulik/Fife dispute; involved in bankruptcy litigation
2025 widebody pinball game by Pinball Brothers based on 1987 Predator film; features minigun, Predator toy, chopper, jungle map progression; 20 minutes of movie video; limited to end of March 2026; Trophy Edition limited to 300 units with green trims, backlit translight, shaker
Pinball game by Pinball Brothers; referenced as part of failed boutique projects that burned some backers who had also been burned by earlier ventures.
Upcoming Pinball Brothers machine; subject of teaser marketing; reportedly playable and well-received; facing tariff-related pricing challenges
Newest release from Pinball Brothers; widebody format; licensed from Predator film; features Gatling gun (Old Painless), drop-target Predator toy, and hut/jungle environment; criticized for lack of Arnold Schwarzenegger
Pinball Brothers' upcoming game; Albert criticizes artwork style and missing Arnold Schwarzenegger; predicts poor commercial performance and limited market differentiation
Pinball Brothers machine; noted to contain heavy AI usage with visible derpy elements
Predator film-themed pinball machine by Pinball Brothers; wide-body, three-flipper game with four ramps; features interactive helicopter and minigun toys
New wide-body three-flipper pinball by Pinball Brothers, $10,995 base; features chopper, minigun, Predator figurine, jungle aesthetic; licensing limits on Arnold Schwarzenegger close-ups
Skit-B project revealed March 2015 to lack Fox licensing despite claims; project collapsed with buyers pursuing legal action; concept damaged for future revival
Skit-B's first game announced June 2011; 250 units with no shipments reported by June 2014
Officially-licensed pinball machine based on the original Predator movie; 250 units planned; $4,750–$5,000 price point
Widebody pinball machine based on 1987 Predator film; launching August 2025 in Standard ($10,995) and Trophy Edition ($12,494 with upgrades)
Upcoming widebody pinball machine licensed from Disney, based on 1987 Predator film, manufactured by Pinball Brothers
Referenced as hypothetical comparison; mentioned that discussion would differ if ABBA were Predator-themed
Pinball machine title by Pinball Brothers; subject of video
Pinball Brothers' upcoming pinball machine based on Predator IP
New pinball machine from Pinball Brothers with scheduled release June 18, 2024
Widebody pinball machine based on 1987 Predator film
Licensed pinball machine based on 1987 Predator film; features team assembly, weapon upgrades, multiball modes, and Predator attack sequences
Pinball machine manufactured by Pinball Brothers; subject of gameplay video.
Licensed pinball machine by Pinball Brothers featuring jungle/hunting theme with multiball modes and ramp mechanics
Pinball Brothers release; $11-12.5k MSRP plus tariffs (~$15k total); lacks Arnold Schwarzenegger likeness; weak voice acting; wide-body jungle theme
Pinball Brothers unreleased game; missed April 29 target date; still not shipped as of May; rumored other designs in development pipeline
Pinball Brothers game; Don expressing concerns about post-ABBA viability and manufacturer momentum
Pinball Brothers game; rumored as wide-body; playfield photos leaked/shared; release date reportedly set internally but unconfirmed
Pinball Brothers widebody game in extended teasing phase with leaked features but no confirmed release date or pricing
Upcoming pinball release; Don mentions it in passing, noting he'll discuss it separately but wants to focus this episode on joy rather than drama.
Newly released pinball game based on 1987 film; widebody; $11,000 base price; jungle/combat theme; features Gatling gun, hidden pop bumpers, magnet subway mechanics; Dutch character with soundalike; topper in development
Pinball Brothers game based on Predator film; recently revealed gameplay, anticipated August 2024 release
Pinball Brothers game; mentioned as future U.S. arrival uncertainty alongside Space Hunt and Alice
Pinball Brothers game; 45+ units in production; Don skeptical about code maturity and requests streamer review
Pinball Brothers title in development; Alien vs Predator cross-game connection rumored but skeptically viewed; Arnold casting unknown; reveal April 25th, debut May 2-3 at PinFest
Pinball Brothers release; scheduled end of month; teases being dropped; concerns about possible reskin of older game
Mentioned in episode title; Pinball Brothers title discussed in Trough Jam Phase 3 context
Pinball Brothers wide-body machine with chopper ball lock; debut reveal scheduled for 18th; first wide-body since Alien
Pinball Brothers game rumored to be held back pending Harry Potter release
Pinball Brothers' licensed release with Disney/20th Century; gameplay video leaked by distributor under NDA; playfield praised by hosts; Arnold Schwarzenegger assets incomplete at launch
Pinball Brothers game with short production run; follow-up game expected 2026
Recent Pinball Brothers title; Genghis had advance knowledge and contact with designers weeks before release.
Recent release; characterized as 'DOA' (dead on arrival) by community donor; market failure signal
Pinball Brothers game; chat indicates rumors of poor quality and lack of Arnold Schwarzenegger involvement
Referenced as example of theme resonating with pinball community more than Pokemon would
Upcoming Stern pinball machine expected next; Kaneda anticipates it will be more mechanically interesting than Harry Potter
Pinball game described as 'dead on arrival' due to no Arnold Schwarzenegger licensing despite perfect theme
Pinball Brothers game at Expo; Kaneda planning to play and evaluate
Pinball Brothers game; Kaneda predicts poor sales and no value appreciation
Pinball Brothers game facing European tariff pressure (15% + $500 shipping surcharge); expected to add ~$2,500 to cost; limited expected sales; lack of Arnold Schwarzenegger content cited as weakness; compared unfavorably to Whirlwind
Pinball Brothers game based on Predator film; uses Fast board system which Bruce criticizes for poor documentation
Widebody pinball game featuring licensing limitations (no Arnold Schwarzenegger likeness), gameplay visibility issues, and incomplete asset utilization
Upcoming pinball game; referenced by host as example of future title expected to feature action movie theme music (da-da-da theme)
Widebody game based on 1987 Predator film; announced June 2025; facing major licensing gaps (Arnold Schwarzenegger likeness/voice, Billy character unavailable)
Upcoming widebody pinball machine based on 1987 Predator film; licensed through Disney; scheduled for mid-August shipping; features interactive Predator toy, minigun ramp, camp scene, and helicopter lock
Rumored next Pinball Brothers title; Genghis prefers Stern to license/develop instead
Upcoming Pinball Brothers game based on 1987 film; wide-body format; jungle-themed with green fluorescent lighting; NDA-protected details include specific layout, toys, and soundtrack licensing; recommended 300-unit limited edition at under $10k MSRP
Pinball Brothers game; revealed via heat cam video; muscle-bound characters, jungle/alien theme, guns; launching same day or near Harry Potter; positioned as direct competitor
Pinball Brothers' recent release; described as 'best theme ever' by hosts. Expected to ship in August 2025. Anticipated to appear at upcoming Expo.
1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger film; Genghis's #1 dream pinball theme, willing to purchase regardless of price
Pinball Brothers widebody title featuring weapon-less Arnold Schwarzenegger representation, played extensively at Electric Bat with zero failures
Pinball Brothers release with heavy mechanical features; exceeded player expectations despite perceived poor marketing
Pinball Brothers game; anticipated debut/hands-on at Expo 2025; subject of excitement and uncertainty despite production challenges
Pinball Brothers widebody game; 150 units remaining; $11,995 US price includes tariffs; production cutoff December 31.
Referenced as limited-production alternative to Harry Potter; positioned as holding value better due to scarcity vs thousands of Harry Potter units; Don recommends for collectors prioritizing value retention.
Pinball machine by Pinball Brothers; one of few location installations at Galloping Ghost Arcade; experiences code reliability issues; Jack Danger hesitant to stream due to shutdowns
Pinball Brothers new original design (not Abba retheme); theme praised by testers as superior to Abba/Queen; 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger action film license; hosts debate whether design captures 1980s aesthetic appropriately
Newly released 2025 pinball machine by Pinball Brothers based on 1987 Schwarzenegger film; widebody design; $10,995 MSRP base; 800-unit production cap; shipping mid-August; features dual-motor Predator toy, minigun lock mechanism, jungle-themed playfield
2025 widebody pinball machine from Pinball Brothers based on 1987 film; subject of official gameplay demonstration video
Widebody pinball by Pinball Brothers based on 1987 film; praised for gameplay and atmosphere but limited by missing Arnold Schwarzenegger licensing; just unboxed at expo with dial-in needs
Pinball Brothers release, felt clunky with overly-safe shots according to Kineticist's evaluation
Referenced as troubled market comparison; high pricing and tariff concerns; positioning Cuphead as viable alternative
Pinball Brothers release; attended Electric Bat prior to Expo 2025; generated significant community excitement with 50+ players attending
Pinball Brothers release; wins moments-in-lighting award for Predator camouflage and Jungle Blast multiball effects
Pinball Brothers game; confirmed for Expo playable display
Pinball Brothers widebody game; ~100 unit production cap with December cutoff; never publicly available before Expo; Don optimistic about gameplay quality despite poor marketing
Pinball Brothers widebody ranked #6 (middle tier); Don ranks it above Dune due to superior license and mechanisms
Pinball Brothers widebody title facing launch controversy over Arnold Schwarzenegger licensing limitations; features Alan Silvestri original score
Boutique pinball machine being demonstrated; features Camp Attack mode with ammo/weapon collection mechanics
Pinball Brothers release; $13,000-$14,000 with shipping/tariffs; praised for gameplay but criticized for high price
Pinball Brothers game being played for first time; features jungle/Predator movie theme with military weapons, multiball, and complex rulesets
Pinball machine by Pinball Brothers; action movie theme with weapon collection mechanics and jungle blast multiball
Pinball machine by Pinball Brothers; four-player game featuring weapon collection, multiball modes, missions, and ammo management
Pinball Brothers title; planned for future double-feature tournament at The Flipper Room alongside Winchester Mystery House
Pinball game arriving in shipment Thursday/Friday; streamer anticipates receiving unit that missed first shipment
Pinball Brothers release; significant improvement over Queen/ABBA; features alien digital display and jungle immersion but red skull artwork criticized
Pinball Brothers title promoted as their primary offering at Expo
Homebrew or specialty game shown at Expo with severe queue; single-ball configuration to maximize throughput
Pinball Brothers European title; received audience love at Expo; pricing reduced to $12k (from $15.5k) due to tariff absorption; still struggling against Evil Dead competition; only 300 units sold in total market history
Reference point for design philosophy critique; Walt compares Star Wars' TIE fighter mechanic to Predator as example of underwhelming toy implementation
Pinball Brothers title criticized as derivative of Whirlwind design
Pinball Brothers game Hardy expects to play at Expo
Pinball Brothers European title; tariff-impacted pricing strategy targeting $12,000 delivered price with tariff/shipping absorbed
Pinball Brothers current game in assembly at Euro Pinball Corp. factory; limited production run (300 units); subject of potential Road Trip visit
Pinball Brothers' game; photos shared of production at Euro Pinball Corp factory and gameplay at Dutch Pinball Open
Pinball Brothers title; sales ending March 31, 2026; described as increasingly popular
Pinball machine by Pinball Brothers; now playable at The Flipper Room in California; one of only ~4 US arcade locations with machine
Pinball Brothers title; code update 0.95 includes Full Loot Multiball; receiving positive community reviews
Pinball Brothers European widebody; praised as best game they've made; limited to ~180 total units (80 remaining at Expo); licensing ends December; featuring helicopter toy, Gatling gun multiball, Arnold callouts; excellent but severely supply-constrained
Pinball Brothers wide-body game with ramps, wire forms, callouts, and predator animatronic; 150-unit final production run announced; price dropped to sub-$12,000; never publicly played before production cutoff
Pinball Brothers European title; Don touches unit at Expo; Aaron Davis road-tripping units across U.S.; Genghis enthusiast for game unable to access earlier
Pinball Brothers European 300-unit widebody; strong layout/mechanics/theme; failed to sell out despite quality; ~$12k-$14k pricing; used as comparison point for Raza's failure predictability
Pinball Brothers European title; ~300 units produced; ~40 spots remaining mid-Expo Saturday; described as quality game with strong license; rarity-driven operator value
Production ending December 31st; 150 units remaining; Pinball Brothers direct sales at $11,995 (includes tariff/freight); media confused about dealer pricing parity
European pinball release; love letter game with good flow; '90s throwback aesthetic; Pinball Brothers involved
Recently acquired by Ralph; example of boutique manufacturer games in his collection outside of Stern focus
Pinball Brothers European game; Ralph excited about Expo opportunity to play despite uncertainty about its reception
Pinball Brothers European title; controversial launch; hosts planning to evaluate gameplay quality at Expo; 300 units sold; Alan Silvestri soundtrack received mixed reviews
Expected to be showcased at upcoming Expo; European boutique title (Pinball Brothers)
Widebody pinball game by Pinball Brothers with 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger film theme, jungle setting, similar playfield to Whirlwind, features 'Get to the Choppa' mode
Pinball Brothers European widebody game; only 200 additional units being produced; stopping production end of year; struggling commercially according to hosts
Pinball Brothers game announced at 800 units, dramatically cut to 150 remaining; experiencing poor sales and treated as write-off; production ending December 31
Game hindered by licensing restrictions preventing Arnold Schwarzenegger's face visibility, creating awkward framing
Widebody game with center post mechanics, mentioned in context of trust in bouncing techniques
Pinball Brothers game running FAST hardware; toured to Electric Bat on Expo road trip; demonstrated no flipper fade under marathon play
Referenced example of asset complaint (missing Arnold); European title with reported low sales
Pinball game host specifically wants to play at Expo; mentioned as confirmed to be present
Pinball Brothers title; limited production (300 units mentioned); Retro Ralph recently obtained one; voice/licensing concerns with comic version of Arnold
Pinball Brothers 2025 release; neither host played it, excluded from consideration
Pinball Brothers European title; ~200 unit production limit; ~40 units remaining at Expo end; wide-body format; less enthusiastic reception than Winchester despite quality gameplay; Arnold license missing
Pinball Brothers widebody; praised for shooting layout and theme; strong contender for best theme and shots/layout categories
Pinball Brothers title; Kaneda committed to buy despite expecting poor gameplay; Arnold Schwarzenegger theme
Pinball Brothers European title; only 300 sold
Game currently shipping to customers; mentioned as active news
New pinball machine from Pinball Brothers featuring Predator film theme with team assembly, weapon upgrades, and hunt/fight mechanics
Newly launched widebody pinball game from Pinball Brothers, licensed from Disney, sister game to Alien
Skid B pinball game; Van Es created promotional videos; mentioned as successful enough to redirect company resources from Experts of Dangerous
Deeproot/John Papa Duke asset game never produced, example of platforms Van Es consulted on without compensation
FAST platform game owned and maintained by Aaron Davis, playable at Expo
Upcoming widebody pinball game from Pinball Brothers based on the Predator film franchise; rumored for 6+ months, positioned as make-or-break for company
Upcoming game by Pinball Brothers with extended marketing rollout, features Gatling gun toy, subject of reveal livestream
Pinball Brothers' Arnold Schwarzenegger-themed game; launched without Arnold assets; priced at $12,000; considered market failure with low sales (~100-150 units)
Pinball Brothers major release using AI-generated promotional trailers, weak launch due to non-professional gameplay demonstrations
Upcoming Pinball Brothers title; subject of major criticism for missing Arnold Schwarzenegger license and high pricing ($15,500)
Game cited as unlikely to generate significant market excitement
Pinball Brothers game with teased artwork, criticized for flat aesthetics and poor release timing vs Harry Potter
Upcoming Pinball Brothers release
Pinball Brothers upcoming title; announcement expected June 12, 2024; strong theme appeal despite company's previous product quality concerns
Pinball Bros/The Pinball Brothers game, criticized for missing Arnold Schwarzenegger
Unspecified manufacturer; Kaneda spent significant time observing it at Expo
Spooky Pinball title; fewer than 300 units sold globally despite iconic theme; missing Arnold Schwarzenegger actor likeness; community lacking enthusiasm; pricing projected to decline
Pinball Brothers title; Disney license being revoked December 2024; limited to ~200 units; quality control issues (lockdown bar rubbing decals)
New widebody pinball machine by Pinball Brothers, based on the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger action film
Recent release (manufacturer unclear) struggling with sales; cannot sell 1000 units according to host
Limited to 300 units due to Disney license expiration (2025); example of FOMO-driven production limits; no pre-orders received
Pedretti Gaming release; cited as major commercial failure with fewer than 300 units sold
Recent release criticized for missing Arnold Schwarzenegger licensing; example of poor game conception
Pinball Brothers title; production run of 800 announced; allegedly underperformed with ~100-150 units sold
Release imminent (within hours of podcast recording); priced $19,500 in Australia; lacks Arnold Schwarzenegger; expected to outsell Dune
Spooky/other production with ~200 unit limit; lacks Arnold Schwarzenegger likeness; shows strong operator interest
Mentioned as example of licensing issue (Arnold Schwarzenegger absence); used as analogy for importance of key IP elements
Licensed IP acquired by Pinball Brothers for a new pinball game
2025 release; considered for animations award
Upcoming release mentioned as part of competitive landscape affecting King Kong purchasing decisions
Pinball Brothers game mentioned as one of four competing releases
Pinball Brothers game; Kaneda suggests sales far below the 800 initially announced
Pinball Brothers boutique release; limited to 300 units
Pinball Brothers title with failed commercial performance (~200/800 target sold); Disney licensing termination January 1st limits production to 300 units
Stern game mentioned; Kaneda critical of lack of Arnold Schwarzenegger involvement; $15,000 price point mentioned