Iron Maiden is a Stern Pinball licensed music-themed pinball machine released in 2018, designed by Keith Elwin and based on the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden. Available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models, it features a four-flipper layout, center lift ramp, Egyptian/Power Slave album theming, and innovative shot design including a repeating loop mechanic. The game was considered one of the best machines released in 15 years and became a cornerstone title for Stern, though it was eventually vaulted and later re-released, experiencing secondary market activity and variable competitive reception over time.
Iron Maiden held the title of greatest pinball machine (per NYCPPAA voting) since 2018
Iron Maiden Pro version has significantly fewer moving mechanical elements than LE, making it feel 'static' in comparison.
Iron Maiden is a phenomenal game comparable in quality to Jaws
Iron Maiden's 2018 release marked a cultural turning point where community consensus shifted to embrace modern Stern games.
Pinball machine; lowest performer at Lumberjack Johnny's; hosts suggest rotation out
Licensed pinball theme referenced as example of recognizable IP that attracts players
Keith Elwin design; hosts clarify it was not Elwin's first design despite common belief
Stern Premium machine with secondary market pricing at $12.5-14k range
Stern Pinball Keith Elwin design; mentioned in Zombie Yeti artwork assessment as having 'dull' playfield artwork
Stern pinball machine being rented by Brent from Mike Dus; swapped out at Fork River Brewing for Stranger Things
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Iron Maiden sarcophagus lock malfunctioned by giving free hits to Tracy and failing to lock properly for Alisa
Iron Maiden was released in 2018
Iron Maiden pinball machine converted Zach into a fan of the band through exposure and gameplay
Iron Maiden limited editions are trading at $15,000 to $16,500 on Pinside secondary market
Iron Maiden was originally designed as Guardians of the Galaxy before theme reassignment
Iron Maiden features incrediball sarcophagus mechanic that stores balls
Cyborg Multiball is triggered by completing five 'power' objectives (orbits, ramps, pops, targets, spinners)
Iron Maiden LE has five modes accessed through Eddie letter collection
Iron Maiden won the Stern Bracket Challenge
Iron Maiden is prone to ball hang-ups near the bullseye target
Iron Maiden is one of the newest games in the INDISC 2019 qualifying set
Iron Maiden ball save timer was shortened from standard arcade settings
Iron Maiden is a brutal game with dangerous magnets and high-risk important shots
Cannot play a second Run to the Hills in the same game
Iron Maiden pinball has tight tilt sensitivity with posts at highest position setting
Fear of the Dark mode can reach 900 million points with 5x multiplier on tomb treasure
Run to the Hills wizard mode uses all six balls
Iron Maiden (1982) was a wide-body game that produced slightly under 1,200 units
Iron Maiden on competition install has Fear of the Dark as starting mode, while competition settings only has Flight of Icarus as starting mode.
Iron Maiden received nearly 40% of reader votes
Iron Maiden from Stern Pinball won Pinball News Game of the Year 2018
Iron Maiden was a newly released game at Comic-Con 2018
Iron Maiden is a four-flipper pinball game and the first four-flipper game in approximately 15 years
Iron Maiden Premium Edition has an extra multiball compared to Pro edition
The center lift ramp underworld scoop mechanism is exclusive to Premium and LE models of Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden's ruleset is so deep and complex that average players cannot understand it without reading the complete manual
Iron Maiden is sliding in rankings because players are rejecting the heavy metal theme
Iron Maiden code version .97 features improved match animations and is progressing toward version 1.0 release.
Keith Elwin designed an Archer layout for Stern that was adapted for the Iron Maiden Limited Edition game
Iron Maiden has sold over 90 million albums and performed 2,000+ live shows in 63 countries
Pinball machine on location at Hot Rods lobby; mentioned as part of game bank attracting casual players
Keith Elwin-designed pinball machine, good for practicing flipper skills, Zahler owns a copy
Keith Elwin-designed pinball game; features second-level mummy multiball with copied mechanic from Time Fantasy's time shot
Unreleased Stern Pinball game designed by John Trudeau; theme based on the band Iron Maiden; playfield reportedly complete at time of designer's arrest
Latest Stern release by Keith Elwin; complex ruleset with 12 songs/modes; four flippers, two spinners, shaker motor on all LEs; sold out in LE version; 30 units sold at MGC; distributed to multiple NYC venues; praised by top player Ray Davidson as Williams-style game
Stern game by Keith Elwin; Tom ranks as one or two favorite Elwin game; Joel considers owning JP before IM due to theme
Stern Pinball machine mentioned as part of Don's collection growth trajectory
Pinball machine at Jack Bar hosting Topps tournament
Ranked #2 by Pinclash streamers survey for common ownership, mentioned as L1 design
Stern title, premium model played and praised, received Polish code updates with improved animations
Modern pinball machine used in Yegpin High Stakes Division; set up with lightning flippers and no ball save
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game; designed to be fast but not too difficult; features mini loop and ramp emphasis; uses standard shot layout without sucker shots
Pinball machine by Stern used in qualifying round; Raymond scored 640 million
Stern pinball Tommy owns; had early domestic version with missing plastic causing ball trap issues
Pinball game Tommy is currently playing after beating Godzilla
Keith Elwin's first game; in Pinside top 10
New Stern pinball game announced at PAPA Circuit Final; based on metal band; will have code updates and gameplay variants; mentioned as upcoming release
Stern pinball machine used in Stern Pro Circuit Finals
Pinball game by Keith Elwin; Eric Stone uses as benchmark for quality, considers superior to Jurassic Park
Pinball machine, Rachel considers herself skilled on this, part of Dori Ann's consistent rotation
Stern Pinball machine; has 5 modes total with deliberately imbalanced scoring; restricts player choice via semi-random spinner; exemplifies intentional design trade-offs; 'Flight of Icarus' mode called 'Flight of Brickorus' by players due to difficulty
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game; has dark 'Fear of the Dark' mode; Retro Ralph's favorite; subject of portable light discussion
Game Kaneda compares unfavorably to Guns and Roses based on theme preference
Stern game; personal preference of Dan alongside Rush Pro before family input
Borg-designed Stern machine; some fans compare to Rush due to ramp elevations and diverter mechanics, though Josh disputes this comparison
Original Stern version heavily criticized by both hosts as poor quality; Ron saw one at expo and confirmed it 'sucks as bad as I remember'; homebrew Archer machine allegedly ripped off its design
Virtual pinball version played on VPIN Workshop; closest playable location at Bad Penny requires 1.5 hour drive
Stern pinball machine; music theme; designed by John Borg; highly desirable on secondary market; outsells Led Zeppelin in availability scarcity
Stern pinball machine, recently announced with 500 LE units sold out, features reverse ramps and five wizard modes
Stern game designed by Keith Elwin; Bruce hoping Ron acquires one
Classic pinball theme played at tournaments; Robert Byers reportedly acquiring 'Run to the Hills' mode
Popular pinball machine predicted to win Game of the Year at Twitchies awards; widely praised by community
Stern pinball machine, Nicole's prize for winning Whipped, themed after the band, owned by Chuck Webster
Stern pinball designed by Keith Allen; won Stern Bracket Challenge; both hosts independently ranked as #5 game that surprised them; purchased by Drew
Stern LE; $13,000 price point; auto-launcher reliability issues documented; heavy favorite for Twippies Game of the Year; value/ROI debated
Stern Pinball's current release; heavy rock/metal theme; designed by someone from outside Stern who previously designed Archer; reports indicate it's difficult to keep in stock
Music-themed pinball machine; referenced as performing well at Tommy's location, indicating audience receptiveness to rock/metal IP
Stern pinball machine with artwork created by Zombie Yeti; recently shipped and well-received by community
Recent Stern release; LE tier significantly improved; hosts praise artwork and feature completeness; sets new standard for LE quality
Recent Stern Pinball release; positioned as comparison/competition to Deadpool for collector investment
Jersey Jack Pinball game with art by Zombie Yeti; referenced as LE release that pioneered features now appearing on Deadpool (anti-reflection glass, limited 500-unit production model).
Keith Elwyn-designed game, recently acquired by Rudy; praised for fun factor, accessibility to both beginner and advanced players; benefits from Pinwoofer audio upgrades
Stern release; discussed as example of multiball with potential for hidden jackpot play if shots don't make orbit
Keith Elwin's first Stern design; music-themed game with five modes; upcoming code update teased
Keith Elwin's first pinball design at Stern; won Twippy awards for Best Layout/Design; well-received in community.
Stern Pinball title by Keith Elwin; predecessor to Jurassic Park
Stern pinball game designed by Keith Elwyn; referenced as difficulty benchmark (harder than intended Avengers difficulty); features Pharaoh bullseye target and unique plunge
Stern pinball by Keith Elwin; included in Vault program; praised by Retro Ralph as 'amazingly fun'
Game with Jeremy Packer art; Premium desert version cited as host's #2 favorite art package
Stern pinball referenced as example where Pro version was preferred over Premium by players
Stern Pinball game; Aces High topper having final encore run October 2024 (14 months late from original announcement); Egypt topper not being rerun
Stern pinball machine featured in women's finals; sarcophagus/mummy lock malfunction issues; Two Minutes to Midnight mode reference
Stern Pinball, designed by Keith Elwin, ranked #5 on Pinside Top 100; proposed for removal by host
Stern machine; won recent showdown poll with 59% vs Lord of the Rings 41%; designed by Keith Elwin; hosts prefer Jurassic Park over it for retention
Pinball machine IE Pinball previously owned but sold; mentioned as currently difficult to find on location
Stern pinball machine in Johannes's collection; game on which he won IFPA World Championship; used as benchmark for rules complexity and quality
Premium pinball machine, played in SPL July 2019 tournament; Raymond achieved 400 million points on Flight of Icarus mode and praise its design balance between fun and points.
Stern Pinball game owned by Scott; mentioned as covered in dust due to infrequent play; example of collector's stockpiled machines.
Recent Stern release; Don received Premium version, customizing with shaker, knocker, ninja balls, holographic art blades from Pin Graphics
Stern title currently on production line; Don speculates it may be final run; Don waiting on Premium delivery; competitive benchmark for game quality
Referenced as example of well-designed pop bumper integration with shot threads and orbits
Stern machine designed by Keith Ellin; referenced as primary competitive comparison for Punny Factory in Pro-tier pricing
Stern release; premium and medium editions in current production; mentioned in distribution pipeline updates
Stern Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; limited edition and premium versions coming soon; heavy promotion at Midwest Gaming Classic
Pinball machine mentioned as potential next stream topic alongside Valhalla
Stern game; recently retired from production; Don owns unit with Prismatic Colors Illusion Cherry powder coat
Stern game (~5 years old); still in production; Don expresses renewed interest; Limited Editions trading at $15,000–$16,500 on Pinside; holding secondary market value
Pinball title discussed as having premium upgrade that was not cost-justified versus Pro version
Pinball machine Don owns; equipped with plastic duck mods in honor of 'Tommy the Duck.'
Stern pinball machine; received code update version 1.01 now installed at Ron's bar
Stern game; designed by Keith Elwin; Premium version features sarcophagus lock and rotating diverter; premium version considered more difficult due to ramp placements
Stern pinball game; translite offered by manufacturer in March 2021 through all-access program; Scott's copy was unsigned
Spooky Pinball game known for excellent shooting mechanics but criticized by hosts for lacking memorable 'magic moments.' Spencer owned one but sold it due to lack of engagement over time.
Stern Pinball game in production during early July; Pro and Premium models mentioned
Stern game discussed as fairly drainy when outlane/inlane rubbers removed, mentioned in tournament context
Recent Stern release with Zombie Eddie artwork, available in distributor inventory as alternative purchase option.
Keith Elwin-designed pinball; features cyber power features and character progression; cited as designer credit
Jersey Jack Pinball game with Jeremy Packer artwork; ranked #2 in hosts' Packer art preferences.
Previous machine Damien (operator) rented and became obsessed with; described as getting him back into pinball before he switched to Star Wars
Modern pinball machine; upcoming addition to Roanoke Museum; Keith Elwin's first designed game; historically significant curated choice.
Referenced in discussion of competitive mentality and psychologically overwhelming opponents
Pinball game Laser Los has been running competitively
Keith Elwin-designed game referenced as comparison for reroute mechanics
Stern pinball machine referenced for double-flip techniques applicable to Rush
Pinball machine; George traded this to Colorado Pinball for Metallica
Previous Team Elwin game at Stern Pinball
Prior collaboration between Zombie Yeti and Keith Elwin; Hardy cites as example of successful partnership
Heavy metal band whose intellectual property is featured in the pinball game
Heavy metal band-themed pinball machine by Stern with Premium and Limited Edition variants
Pinball machine title by Stern Pinball (referenced in title)
British heavy metal band whose music and branding is licensed for the Iron Maiden pinball machine
Keith Elwin design at Stern; originally homebrew converted to theme; niche appeal vs. Avengers
Jersey Jack Pinball game with 'Run for the Hills' wizard mode; Taylor owns for four years without reaching wizard
Keith Elwin pinball design; features up post for the orbit mechanic
Pinball machine; Colin McAlpine recently achieved a 900 million point 'death blow shot' on this game
Rock-themed pinball machine; compared with AC/DC; requires high skill level to enjoy fully
Stern pinball game designed by Keith Elwin; referenced as example of excellent modern LCD Stern with homebrew origins
Stern 2018 release; praised for shooting mechanics, four flippers, and music; game-of-year winner
Stern Pinball title; Keith Elwin design; frequently praised as high-quality game; compared favorably to Avengers
Stern pinball game featured at Allentown tournament; known for difficult outlane setup (no outlane posts), feather tilt; Zach scored 100 million
Stern title; George Gomez cited as example of niche/risk title targeting European appeal; pleasant U.S. surprise
Keith Elwin design; Kaneda ranks highly among Elwin's portfolio
Referenced as hypothetical: even this legendary IP would not be a hit if priced at $13,000 LE / $10,000 Premium in 2024
Pinball game referenced as comparison for theme-game reception mismatch
Stern game; initially considered niche; unexpectedly successful in US market despite European demand focus; took risk on metal theme
Stern pinball machine; wins Game of the Year prediction; praised for playfield layout, light show, theme integration, rules, and playfield gameplay; layout quality so strong hosts suggest it could work with other themes
Pinball machine with wizard mode called 'Run to the Hills' that Robert Byers is attempting via Top Rope Pinball content
Keith Elwin's first pinball design; won game-of-the-year; owned by both hosts; established Elwin's reputation for excellence
Modern Stern pinball machine; owned by John Lee and wife; donated to Project Pinball fundraising at Saratoga Show
Referenced as example of using voice actors instead of band members for call-outs
Referenced as example of accessible ramp design where casual shots can successfully reach multiple ramps
Stern pinball machine designed by Jaws designer, referenced as newer game not yet emulated on V-Pin
Stern pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin with strong secondary market value
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game; discussed as one of four games the host owns/will own by Elwin
Stern Pinball game released ~2018; major code update coming in 2020 (likely final); designed by Keith Elwin; Twisted Sister-licensed music theme
Pinball machine in Zach Sharpe's collection (Premium model)
Stern Pinball machine; recent music-licensed title; artwork by Zombie Yeti compared favorably to Zeppelin
Recent release; mentioned as comparison point for owning premium contemporary machines
Stern Pinball machine with Derek Riggs-inspired artwork; Jeremy's most anxiety-laden project; community reception validated his approach despite his self-doubt.
Previous Stern release by Keith Elwin; featured upper flipper design elements; used as benchmark for layout design
Music-themed pinball compared to Elton John re: theme vs. gameplay
Stern Pinball machine (2018) designed by Keith Elwin; available in Pro and Premium editions; features Egyptian/Power Slave theming; subject of Gouveia's sarcophagus mod
Stern music-themed pinball machine referenced as source of design elements borrowed by Rush
Keith Elwin designed game used as reference for comparing his design quality and LE secondary market performance
Stern Pinball LCD machine; mentioned as available on VPW emulation
Stern Pinball game by Keith Elwin; notable as the one Keith Elwin game speaker does not own
Pinball machine; cited as example of overlooked title that became highly regarded despite weak theme
Keith Elwin design, ranked #3 in Jason's personal ranking; praised for collect-a-thon mechanics
Referenced as design comparison point; Jaws described as feeling similar in some respects
2018 Stern game; priced at $8,999; voted best Stern game in head-to-head; James Bond is 44.5% more expensive in same timeframe
Stern Pinball Limited Edition designed by Keith Elwin; listed at $19,000 firm, $10,000+ increase from original MSRP
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game; received strong early critical reception; used as comparison for license adoption
Stern Pinball licensed machine, Premium Edition available at Pintastic featuring extra multiball, artwork praised, long ball times
Referenced favorably for left-flipper shot design feel
Stern Pinball machine mentioned as a classic Jon enjoys playing on location
Stern game with Eddie artwork; discussed as example of walking the line between edgy theme and family-acceptable content; sarcophagus mod praised
Referenced for mod discussion, Cyborg Eddie modifications by Steve Govea
Stern Pinball game with 30 units at MGC (all pre-sold), new code version .92 awaiting final approval, four major villain modes being added
Pinball machine; #8 in 2024 rankings; currently at secret location in employee lounge at Hot Rods, minimal play
Stern Pinball game; mentioned by Raymond as game he really enjoys; designed by Keith Elwin
Stern title; mentioned as current location standard; music-licensed game with vault editions still in circulation
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game referenced as precedent for shot layout and character-based rule design
Stern pinball machine; performing well at Bruce's bar venue; received new code update (version .97) with animation improvements and rule tweaks; experiencing cabinet splitting issues.
Stern Pinball game featuring four-flipper configuration; designed by Keith Owen; has mechanical designer Saracen on team; features programmer Rick Maple
Newest game in INDISC 2019 qualifying set, features Monger multiball, magnets, ramp/loop focus
Keith Elwin design; host compares King Kong Premium decision to Iron Maiden as similar close choice
Music-themed pinball game referenced as exemplifying modern quality standards for musical IP machines
Premium Edition machine featured in women's quarterfinals, multiball tournament format
Noted as lacking challenge mode, therefore less suitable for PinCLASH design requirements
Pinball machine; praised for excellent thematic integration; compared favorably to Led Zeppelin; Rachel planning to acquire one soon
Stern Pinball machine based on the band; recently acquired by Tim Dan Lee; band released new album same week as episode; Tim's sons want to see Iron Maiden live
Stern release from last year, only 2 secondary market listings observed, better retention than Munsters
Referenced as example of game mechanics (collecting ramps toward cyborg progression) that influenced SAW's bonus perk system design
Pinball machine; subject of earlier streaming attempt by Jared
Stern release with strong tournament gameplay, award-winning mechanics, excellent shot design (loops); Ian played 2,000 games; won TWIPPIES Game of the Year; theme-agnostic gameplay depth
British heavy metal band; bassist (Rob) performed guest set with Steve Harris at Metallica concert; local Melbourne band (per hosts); Jared's first concert at age 16 at Palais Theatre.
Stern pinball machine; Rachel purchased and loves it; her first frequent game at location two years ago; recently played it for extended period
Pinball machine; Jared seen premium edition, Matt seen limited edition; has aftermarket Spitfire plane mod that spins propeller on ramp hit with flashing lights
Stern Pro version pinball, Drew's first new-in-box game purchase, no longer in his collection
Previously owned by Drew; described as 'one of the greatest games ever'; Drew invested $600-$800 in mods but took $1,500 loss on sale
Matt's game of the month; played extensively and streamed by Matt with boom mic setup
Stern game cited as example of Pro edition with two spinners, exception to Gary Stern's typical resistance
Upcoming VPW pinball title requiring stage flipping capabilities for proper play
Pinball machine in IE Pinball's collection, planned for potential sale or trade
Pinball machine referenced as looking good with yellow lighting during streams
Pinball machine someone in chat mentions selling
Upcoming VPX homebrew table planned for Scorebit integration
Drew reports reaching mini Wizard mode but unable to reach full Wizard mode
Mentioned as game host wants to acquire in Premium Edition for permanent collection; another run announced for sometime next year
Stern Pinball game; features mummy lock mechanics; available in Premium and Pro versions with different lock locations; used in playoff match
Pinball machine recently acquired by IE Pinball, Premium Edition mentioned
Stern game; discussed as reference for art quality and shot design comparison; praised for art direction
Pinball machine Xyren played extensively during COVID at bar owner's location
Pinball machine by Jersey Jack Pinball; subject of speedrun video
Stern pinball machine; subject of launch tournament; features five challenge goals (Light Revive, Mummy Multi-Ball, Trooper Multi-Ball, Start Mode, Two-Minute Drill)
Modern pinball machine in women's tournament; Premium Edition model with ramp-based mummy locks; features multi-ball, modes, orbshot
Stern pinball machine, theme/IP based on Iron Maiden band
Stern pinball game used throughout video for demonstration of techniques; modern game with modes, multiballs, drop targets, ramps
Previous pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; referenced as establishing his reputation for challenging layouts
Pinball machine at Domino Arcade; McRae's standard version; customized variant with Gloria Gaynor songs called 'Disco Iron Maiden' also present
Referenced as origin of secret skill shot mechanic replicated in Congo
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game. Host notes personal enjoyment of this title in Elwin's catalog.
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game; mentioned as well-received despite not being widely discussed in this episode
Stern Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; owned by Jeff, permanent collection piece
Virtual pinball table with color mod and stage flipping support demonstrated during stream
Laser War-based pinball remake announced for second half of stream; Manu considers it 'one of the best remakes or reskin ever'
Stern Pinball machine located at Blind Robin arcade near Batman '66
Pinball game referenced as preferred option over Led Zeppelin by some community members
Pinball machine; Laser Lose mentioned as working toward completing it, indicating ongoing competitive play
Stern pinball machine (Keith Elwin design) in Serge's collection
Pinball game George sold
Stern pinball game that resulted from re-theming Keith Elwin's original Archer design after Guardians of the Galaxy licensing fell through
Stern pinball machine being played; wizard mode is 'Number of the Beast'; features modes like Mummy Multiball, Flight of the Icarus, and other song-themed elements.
Pinball machine that George temp-traded for with another player
Previously owned machine, sold due to long play duration
Machine George is selling to fund Jurassic Park purchase; George doesn't prefer theme vs other options
VPX (virtual pinball) mod based on Iron Maiden band/theme; features custom artwork by Frank
Stern Pinball Limited Edition machine featuring Iron Maiden band theme; gameplay machine for this stream
Stern Pinball machine; cited as example where ball save strobing vs flashing indicates fake vs real ball save
Premium/LE variant mentioned; competitive game requiring two-stage control and multiball management; George notes Run the Hills and Number of the Beasts end modes
Stern LE pinball machine being played; features sarcophagus incrediball, five Iron Maiden songs as modes
Pinball game in George's collection
Stern pinball machine previously owned by George; traded for Star Trek; music replaced immediately by owner
Pinball machine owned by reviewers; played more than Wizard of Oz in their collection
Stern pinball game; Premium Edition praised as 'more thematically appropriate' with ramp/lighting mechanic creating immersion
Keith Elwin-designed game; Jurassic Park described as refined/polished evolution of its design philosophy; featured variable captive ball and innovative flow
Stern Pinball Limited Edition machine being played and analyzed on stream
Stern release with band theme; modes include Juggernaut, Katana Rama, Mech Suit Multi-Ball; strong differentiation between modes; both hosts ultimately prefer to Iron Maiden over Deadpool; shoots slightly better than Deadpool
Keith Elwin's first major Stern design; hosts felt theme was weak despite solid gameplay; featured clunkier shooting mechanics compared to Avengers
Keith Elwin's previous pinball machine (2023); won Twippies award for Best Pinball Machine of the Year; referenced as benchmark for design innovation
Stern Pinball game; Don pre-ordered for streaming purposes
Next Stern pinball game, officially confirmed with Tuesday full reveal planned, featuring new team members
Newly announced Stern Pinball machine with Egyptian/Band aesthetic; hosts provide first impressions based on artwork and announced features; mixed reaction to music choice and art direction
JJP music-themed game; used as benchmark for comparison; Kaneda claims Elton John is superior despite theme advantage of Iron Maiden
1982 wide-body Stern game by Brian Puklaki; 1,200 units produced; features two-level playfield with dual backglasses
Stern Pinball game referenced as comparison point for theme bias and gameplay appeal
Keith Elwin-designed music pin; Kaneda uses as comparison for crossover appeal and design philosophy
Referenced as precedent for 3D backboard details introduced by Stern pinball design
Stern pinball by Jeremy Packer; referenced as having vibrant but balanced color scheme compared to Deadpool
Features 'middle jump ramp that goes to nothing,' identified as worst ramp in pinball history by hosts
Stern Pinball machine; artwork compared to Deadpool; preferred over Wizard of Oz in gameplay comparison
Licensed Stern Pinball machine based on Iron Maiden band; subject of full detailed review covering art, layout, shots, and rules
Stern Pinball Limited Edition machine being played and showcased; features metallic artwork, sarcophagus toy, Newton ball, spinner mechanics
#9 ranked shot: loop shot described as 'super quick, super buttery and smooth'; repeatable and difficulty-adjustable
Stern Pinball machine that Zach is planning to review with Greg; discusses premium edition pricing concerns
Referenced in art/cabinet comparison; Zach argues Spider-Man Vault cabinet is more visually attractive
Pinball game referenced negatively in community comments regarding theme and design execution
Stern Pinball machine whose soundtrack influenced host Greg Bone's music taste
Stern pinball game used negatively as comparison point; hosts criticize its music implementation
Stern pinball game; Escher's favorite tournament game due to mastery and deep rule knowledge; played frequently at home
Keith Elwin design; earlier title compared to Avengers in layout and flipper design discussion
Previous Keith Elwin game, referenced for comparison of loop smoothness and shot design
Stern pinball game; Gonzo predicts daughter would choose to stream this game
Stern pinball referenced for intense character dialogue, contrasted with Pokemon's design approach
Referenced as example of games with complex mode qualification systems
Stern Pinball music game used as analogy for how pinball can convert casual listeners into dedicated band fans
Referenced Stern game with toy-focused design
Modern pinball machine designed for tournament play with breadth of scoring options
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; Dr. John recently sold his LE unit after 30 seconds on Australian Arcade forum due to previous buyer's regret
Stern pinball machine; owned by Raymond Davidson; tournament game at Expo with long ball times; played against Escher
Pinball machine used in youth and main tournament finals at Dutch Pinball Open
Pinball game with warped playfield used for consolation bracket two-minute drill; mentioned as having variant with 'mini golf' aesthetic
Previous Keith Elwin design referenced for comparison; also designed by Stern Pinball
Stern pinball machine. Listed as favorite music-themed pinball alongside AC/DC. Notable for coffin lock mechanics and Newton ball additions in later iterations.
Jersey Jack pinball title referenced regarding Pro Edition gameplay quality
Pinball machine at Penn Stack with reported playfield divot issues; speaker achieved top score at location
Licensed Stern pinball title released approximately one year prior; comparison point for announcement timeline
Pinball game mentioned by Dan Marino in thread as recently played; discussion of theme/music quality
Jersey Jack Pinball reference point for ramp mechanics comparison
Stern L1 game by Keith Elwin; ranked #3 in Hardy's L1 ranking
Jason's pinball machine temporarily without glass during loan of Voodoo Glass to Hardy
Stern pinball machine mentioned as example of game art available in Lit Frames translites
Modern four-flipper Stern pinball machine; referenced in comparison to Addams Family as one of Cary's favorite games
Stern pinball machine; used as example of game compatible with PIN Stadium across full product range
Stern Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; themed around Iron Maiden band; includes sarcophagus rocket launcher mech and bullseye target
Keith Elwin's first game design; initially believed to be niche title; unexpectedly achieved mainstream success in US market despite European origin expectations; example of cult classic becoming mass-market hit
Stern/Elwin previous title; referenced as difficulty comparison point and design target reference
Referenced as precedent for mini wizard modes and power-up systems that Avengers Infinity Quest may emulate
Referenced as Keith Elwin design example showing decent quality
Stern game referenced for dollar game custom challenges and secret skill shot potential
Jersey Jack Pinball game owned by host; purchased as LE without regard to theme
Jersey Jack Pinball rock-themed game; referenced as comparison point for theme integration quality vs. recent Stern rock games
Pinball machine owned by Travis; referenced for comparison on light show intensity and eye strain issues
Prior Keith Elwin design at Stern; cited as example of Elwin's exceptional design quality. Host notes difficulty getting units on secondary market.
Stern Pinball by Keith Elwin; used as example for DJ Mix feature relevance; typical Elwin release around Pinberg timing
Stern Pinball game released March 2018; cited as evidence of extended theme relevance and sustained sales across multiple years
Stern pinball game owned by speaker; one of only two LEs he has purchased based on strong theme appeal.
Jersey Jack Pinball title; host owned and recently sold; praised for Run to the Hills mode; sold due to overplay and loss of challenge
Stern music pin; host expects Led Zeppelin to reach this quality tier rather than KISS tier
Stern Pinball LE; owned by host; mentioned as one of his three Stern LEs
Keith Elwin-designed pinball game; compared to Avengers Infinity Quest and Jurassic Park in terms of playfield feel and shot design philosophy
Stern Pinball game; host mentions mechanical failure experience on Limited Edition unit
Stern Pinball game; praised for Keith Elwin's thoughtful mode design balancing single-ball and multiball play
Referenced as an example of tournament machines with non-standard or zero ball saves during certain multiball modes
Recent Stern game; hosts like it but don't feel compelled to play it regularly, unlike John Wick
Keith Elwin game; referenced as top-tier design with bullseye target feature; example of Elwin signature mechanics
Stern Pinball's newest announced title featuring Keith Elwin's debut design; band-themed (heavy metal); four flippers on Pro; 500-unit LE run sold out before public art reveal.
Stern pinball game; Owen's first game; long in production (years); likely approaching end-of-production soon
Referenced as example of game generating excitement through software/audio rather than hardware complexity
Stern Pinball's most recent release; LE art package revealed; gameplay reveal conducted by Jack Danger and Keith Elwin; four-flipper layout; expected strong sales despite polarizing heavy metal theme
Stern Pinball 2018 release; designed by Keith Elwin; strong code and gameplay; predicted to be Stern's best game of year due to theme appeal and designer popularity
Stern Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; mentioned as one of his four games for Stern, praised for shot design.
Keith Elwin's first commercial design for Stern; based on Archer homebrew layout; Jersey Jack Pinball release; good flipper layout
Heavy metal band rumored as potential theme for Dirty Donnie's next Stern pinball; hosts debate viability based on art style mismatch and mainstream appeal concerns
Elwin-designed pinball game; host's favorite, recently re-acquired for collection
Previous Keith Elwin design; was host's favorite before Jurassic Park; cited as strong game with accessible ramps
Jersey Jack Pinball game; referenced for inner loop shot design and as one of Jason's best first-impression games
Stern Pinball machine; referenced for mod community (Pinmonk gel insert gradient) that Jason saw applied to Foo Fighters
Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin, Joe's favorite machine which he owns and plays daily
Final game for KC Pinball Championship finals; Travis Murray's first ball decided tournament outcome
Stern pinball game released April 2018; mentioned as part of Stern's recent three-game output
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; tournament favorite; less profitable on location than Deadpool despite higher competitive appeal
Stern pinball game with Zombie Yeti artwork featuring themed playfield variations; cited as example of creative art design
Stern pinball machine vaulted as of end of 2024
Referenced in comparison context; Eddie character comparison point for rejected Guns N' Roses artwork designs
Jersey Jack Pinball game. Limited Edition version part of Zach's recent acquisition batch.
Stern title featuring Jeremy Packer artwork
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; Keith Elwin's first design; now shipping/in collections
Stern pinball title available at Portal Pinball Arcade as of January 2020
Keith Elwin/Steve Ritchie design receiving additional code updates; discussed in Keith's design seminar
Stern Pinball game; Marco Specialties displayed nine units (mostly Premium models) at the show
Jersey Jack Pinball title; well over a dozen units available to play at MGC 2018, indicating strong production/allocation
British heavy metal rock band formed in 1975 with 90+ million album sales, 2000+ live performances, 16 studio albums
Upcoming Stern Pinball music-themed game subtitled 'Legacy of the Beast' based on band's European tour
Stern Pinball title that won Pinball News Game of the Year 2018 with nearly 40% of reader votes
Stern Pinball game on display at EAG 2020 (Pro model)
Stern pinball machine from 2018; available at Button Mash
Stern pinball game designed by Elwin; locked at 1.0 ruleset out of box with no post-release changes allowed, contrasting with Jaws' iterative approach.
Keith Elwin-designed Stern Pinball machine released in 2018; production being discontinued
Stern pinball machine; Pro and Premium variants recently shipped
Pinball machine in Premium tier being produced by Stern; based on Iron Maiden heavy metal band IP
Keith Elwin pinball game from 2018; Stern producing Pro edition this week
Stern licensed pinball game with Pro and Premium variants rumored for May 2023 production
Stern rock-themed pinball machine with custom pink/lavender powder coating variant visible in Dallas home
Premium variant listed #10 in Rock Fantasy earnings
Pinball machine in Jack Bar's lineup
Modern pinball machine featured at Pinball Gallery; referenced as 'latest and greatest'
Stern Pinball game at the venue
Stern game by Keith Elwin; Egyptian theme; scheduled May 2023 production; likely final run given release date predating Elvira
Pinball machine owned by Don; uses same 'illusion cherry' powder coat finish as TCM; referenced for layout vs. theme preference tradeoff
Jersey Jack Pinball game; Don owns modified/customized version considering resale at Don Co's Customs pricing to fund other acquisitions.
Pinball machine at Time Out Ames
Stern pinball game entering vault; had multiple license renewals despite sitting in inventory
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; mentioned as tier-comparable to Jaws in quality and playability
Jersey Jack pinball; Rick Niggles' first game at Stern; established his timeline alongside Keith Elwin
Stern pinball game designed by Keith Elwin; subject of 180-degree ramp modification
Referenced for left shot through pops mechanic in Don's design pitch
Pinball machine title; Keith Elwin swapped to this project with John Borg; originally was going to have Eddie head mechanic instead of Groot
Stern title with toppers announced August but still experiencing parts delays and unavailability
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game featuring mini two-inch flipper; referenced in discussion of flipper innovation
Stern game shipping Pro/Premium late June/early July 2024; final build for 2024
Stern title; marked as 'last call' for 2024 manufacturing run
Jersey Jack pinball; entering Stern vault program despite multiple license re-ups; Pro version out of stock at Stern
Stern game; Pro/Premium models changed to 'call for price'; no longer in production but stock remains at dealers
Stern Pinball by Keith Elwin; predecessor to Jurassic Park; shares similar design philosophy and feel; referenced as foundation for Elwin's designer reputation
Jersey Jack Pinball release; comparison point for rule complexity (Godzilla described as simpler); referenced for LE cosmetic features like reflective foil cabinet
Keith Elwin design for Stern (2018); won Game of the Year
Referenced as comparison for Pro tier island mode lighting difficulty progression
Jersey Jack Pinball; Tom's choice for casual 'just flip' gameplay
Keith Elwin-designed pinball game; mentioned as part of quality improvement trend alongside Jurassic Park.
Stern Pinball remake confirmed for July 2024; Pro/Premium only (no LE)
Stern pinball game reaching code 0.98 (near 1.0.0 release); features Egyptian theme artwork by Chris Franchi, custom LCD animations, complex ruleset criticized for being overwhelming to casual players
Stern Pinball game based on rock band theme; Limited Edition version revealed with upgraded speakers, custom backglass, exclusive art package
Harrower's machine, modified GI lighting for Fear of the Dark mode
Jersey Jack Pinball game; Cliff identifies Iron Maiden Pro as one of the two greatest pinball machines ever made
Available in Pro and Premium models; Stephen owns Premium; sold Pro version to fund Jurassic Park acquisition
Stern game owned by Morten; in his home, hasn't reached wizard mode due to playing without assists
Recent pinball release praised as potentially one of best games in 3-4 years; theme approval by both hosts; criticism: too many multiballs
Music-themed pinball machine by Stern; Roberts' favorite despite not being an Iron Maiden fan; praised for layout and strategy
Keith Elwin's first commercial Stern Pinball design based on his homebrew Archer; four-flipper pro model with drop targets, spinners, captive balls, and shot sequences; exceeded first-weekend sales estimates.
Tournament game at circuit; featured in dramatic Raymond Davidson comeback victory with extended multiball sequences
Pinball machine; Carlos known for executing 900 million point 'death blow' shot on stream
Modern pinball machine. Shane Jackson's first new in-box game; premium quality unit at Maple Pinball used by visitors as warmup machine.
Existing pinball; underperforming on location vs. Fast & Furious arcade (1:30 ratio)
Jersey Jack Pinball game; Pro version criticized as too static with limited ball lock mechanics; Premium/LE required for adequate gameplay
Jersey Jack game referenced in LE resale context; historical $8,000 pricing from pre-crash era
Pinball game with teaser that showed only title/logo without captivating imagery; criticized by Greg for lack of excitement-building elements
Pinball game; used as example of how theme immersion works even when player is unfamiliar with source material; music and code pull player into theme.
Referenced as example of successful game without complex mechs, only coils
Stern Pinball title launched at Helicon Brewing; first location in Pittsburgh to have the machine; generated significant player interest at launch party.
Stern pinball machine being demonstrated; Pro version featured in this strategy stream
Jersey Jack Pinball title; mentioned as project Jeremy Packer transitioned to while Deadpool was shelved; designed with Keith Elwin
Jersey Jack Pinball game; cited as example of highly popular band with potential unknown audience segments
Previous Jersey Jack Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; used as comparison point for Jurassic Park
Jersey Jack game with graceful degradation logic; diverter disable allows fallback to Pro rules
Stern game; Pro and Premium production scheduled early-mid June
Older band-themed Stern game still actively produced (one run/year); example of sustained niche demand and licensing renewal.
Current Stern production title; Pro version hitting line during episode week
Aces High topper production in October (final encore run); $1,000 pricing anticipated
Stern game; Zombie Yeti art ranked #2 in hosts' assessment; Premium model praised for desert aesthetic
Jersey Jack Pinball; Zombie Yeti artwork ranked #2 by one host (Premium desert version); comparison for Venom art assessment
Jersey Jack game; production ended with 'last call' status
Stern Pinball Pro and Premium models in recent production rotation
Referenced as comparison for metallic foil cabinet treatment used on Godzilla 70th
Stern pinball designed by Keith Elwin; upcoming code update with surprise content mentioned (possibly mini wizard mode).
Historical reference for four-flipper implementation; noted as working well
Previous Keith Elwin design; successfully converted non-fans into fans through superior game design; referenced as precedent for Godzilla's theme acceptance
Keith Elwin design; ranked third in host's Elwin preferences
Jersey Jack game; incoming to Zach's collection from Travis Meary (Marvelpodcast)
Previous Keith Elwin design; referenced for jeep shot disruption mechanic and flow comparison vs. Avengers
Stern game; figurine production delays mentioned as factor in Mandalorian Pro schedule bump
Winner of Stern's 2020 Showdown tournament with 59% of votes, designed by Keith Elwin
Stern Pinball game; Travis mentioned having LE then downgrading to Pro; Joel mentioned having one
Stern band-themed pinball with Zombie Yeti artwork; available in distributor inventory as Venom alternative
Jersey Jack pinball; Bowen referenced in tutorial where he warns about loop shots then demonstrates the danger
Stern Pinball game; Keith Elwin design; features repeatable loop shots; compared as superior game to Godzilla thematically but with stronger IP
Jersey Jack Pinball game with Captive Ball mechanic in Premium tier; experienced mechanical failure at Stump where ball holder threaded assembly came loose
Stern Pinball game; won Stern Showdown tournament with 59% of votes vs. Lord of the Rings' 41%
Stern pinball game by rookie team; reached version 1.0 indicating feature completion; team not assigned to other games during development
Stern game displayed at Pin Lounge among latest titles
Stern Pinball announcement; first machine already shipped; not given to John Borg (who designs rock-band themed games)
Stern pinball machine, Nick's primary home game, used for practicing six-way combos, favorite modern game
Pinball machine that Laura owns and plays
Stern pinball game; second-most available game among PIN Clash participants (5 fewer machines than Jurassic Park); consideration for future PIN Clash if tournament repeats
Rock-themed pinball machine by Jersey Jack Pinball; won game-of-the-year accolades; featured on recent tour with band.
Referenced by Scott as precedent for shot-focused design with toys added by Elwin in Premium/LE versions; serves as design philosophy model for Legends of Valhalla
Keith Elwin-designed pinball game; Neil's favorite game and catalyst for his competitive passion; features 'Run to the Hills' wizard mode; owned by Neil's family
Stern pinball game designed by Keith Elwin; has passionate fanbase; discussed as example of theme-driven success
Pinball machine; game that prompted Petey's initial controversial reviews on Pinside based on band preference rather than gameplay
Modern pinball game at expo; used as example of complex rule systems difficult for casual players to understand
Keith Elwin-designed classic pinball machine won by Dalton at Pin Masters, significant to him as newest machine when he started competitive play
Keith Elwin Stern design; features upper loop shot; Jim Belsito found exploit requiring code changes by Keith and Rick Nagel
Pinball machine; Amy cited for detailed artwork despite not being familiar with the band
Jersey Jack Pinball music-themed game; previously topped Pinside rankings in music game bracket
Pinball game recommended by Zach McCarthy for learning drop catches and loop passes; used in competitive training.
Modern pinball machine owned by Kimberly Byrd.
Stern Pinball commercial release based on Keith Elwin's Archer design. Referenced as example of homebrew-to-commercial transition and reskin process.
Stern game featuring Eddie character; Josh Sharp playing with wizard mode focus and disabled ball savers
Jen's personal pinball machine that she humorously claims 'spoke to her' after being neglected during her move; subject of playful Facebook video content
Pinball game with impressive layout and rules designed by Keith Elwin that Ryan wants to acquire
Upcoming Jersey Jack Pinball release arriving at 1UP Colfax on May 5th; features multiple flippers and animations; theme is heavy metal band
Recently released pinball game (late March/early April 2018) featuring multiple viable play strategies; lacks action button for ball launch
Recent Stern Pinball release; previous record holder with 63 launch parties; had staggered release timing for Pro/Premium/LE models
Stern Pinball game released 2018; had 63 launch parties (record prior to Deadpool); mentioned as potential match game before Deadpool selected
Upcoming acquisition for Alek's collection; featured on Monday Night Papa TV
Recent pinball game (appears to be from Stern or similar manufacturer) that shipped with near-complete code; described as one of hottest games in 10 years
Recent Stern pinball release featuring four flippers; praised for design quality despite initial market uncertainty
Dream pinball machine Matthew wants to acquire; matches his favorite band preference; modern/outside his typical vintage collecting range
Recently released flow-focused pinball game Scott owns and praises for gameplay quality
Recent modern pinball game mentioned as having strong code developed recently
Game for which Kristin has created detailed installation guides and tips for playfield protector installation
Jersey Jack pinball machine based on Iron Maiden band. Discussed as successful niche/specialized theme with loyal fan base. Jeff praised it as innovative in playfield design: 'they hit the ball out of the park on that one.'
Pinball game released in last 1-2 years, Beck's recent favorite
Latest machine added to Pinball Co-op clubhouse collection
Keith Elwin design for Stern (~2018); first Elwin title to be vaulted; features strong layout and music; hosts predict future re-release around anniversary milestone
Jersey Jack game referenced for comparison with Pirates in multiball experience; represents lighter Jersey Jack gameplay
Pinball machine from which Looney Tunes borrowed upper right flipper loop shot design (one-to-one reproduction)
Keith Elwin 2018 release; watershed moment with near-universal praise, drove community enthusiasm for modern era
Keith Elwin-designed Stern pinball; based on mobile game 'Legacy of the Beast'; uses original storyline rather than concert theme.
Modern pinball; referenced for playfield validation exploit allowing entry to Mummy mode without validating playfield
Nancy's favorite machine at Gem City Pinball; learned through repeated play despite initial dislike
Licensed pinball machine recently acquired by High Score Pinball Arcade
Stern Pinball pinball machine; video discusses game objectives
Stern Pinball game referenced in video title
Stern Pinball game, subject of video about game objectives
Stern Pinball machine that Chris last played at Museum of Pinball; represents last modern machine experience before current venue visit planning.
2018 Stern release by Keith Elwin; referenced as example of well-integrated pop bumper shot design
Stern pinball game by Lyman Sheets; received new code update with skill shot and other enhancements; tournament-balanced design
Theme licensing comparison; hosts surprised by strong sales; Keith Elwin design credited with excellence; comparison benchmark for Rick and Morty potential
Stern pinball title by Keith Elwin; referenced as having minimal difference between Pro and Premium versions; Josh prefers Pro AR package over Premium
Described as one of best games in last 20 years; unexpected theme success story compared to initial skepticism
Stern title mentioned for comparison on LCD side ramp design innovation; music scoring referenced
Stern Pinball game by Keith Elwin; one of Brad's most-played games despite low complexity; demonstrates preference diversity beyond deep rulesets
Stern Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; retheme of Archer homebrew prototype; widely praised with only thematic criticism noted; set precedent for Elwin's shot design philosophy
Stern Pinball game designed by Keith Elwin featuring loop-heavy gameplay. Referenced as exemplar of satisfying loop mechanics and building on The Shadow design principles.
Stern pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; licensed from band and comics; focuses on Legacy of the Beasts comic IP; features Egyptian/Power Slave Premium theme and state-change ramp mechanics
Previously released Stern Pinball game designed by Keith Elwin; used as code/scope comparison point
Referenced example of game where gameplay and rules matter more than theme appeal; used to illustrate importance of execution over IP selection.
Keith Elwin's first Stern game; adapted from Archer homebrew whitewood; featured mummy bash toy mechanic
Referenced as example of Bill of Materials cost-reduction strategy: Eddie sculptures in Premium tier vs. 2D plastics in Pro tier
Stern title; mentioned as launching with complete 1.0 code; represents example of code completeness at release
Added to Stern vault program; production halting for 2+ years
Game referenced as being vaulted by Stern despite being a 'number mover'
First major Stern Pinball game by Keith Elwin; marked his emergence as prominent designer. Referenced as baseline for comparison with Kong design approach.
Stern rock game; Premium up 13%
Stern pinball game used in Expo FlipOUT finals where Logan Henderson pulled off a comeback on Ball 3
Referenced for Tomb Treasure bonus comparison
Pinball game Jamie played before podcast recording, reaching Cyborg Multiball mode.
Keith Elwin design with four-flipper layout and jump ramp; consistently ranked in Pinside Top 10; not considered a true center ramp by Alex
Modern pinball game with Trooper multiball; referenced regarding multiball excitement and difficulty for competitive players
Music-themed game; mentioned as less straightforward visual guidance compared to Star Wars' stacked LED lighting for new players
Game one Pincredibles member helped with
Stern pinball game; hyperspace shot mechanic on Fall of the Empire compared to Iron Maiden's backbox shot design
Pinball game being played in qualifying rounds at Chicago Pinball Expo 2025; Premium model with modified rules playing as hybrid Pro version
Music-themed pinball game; host scored 220 million and won round three against tournament organizer
Keith Elwin design; features repeating loop that required adjustment screw for rattle/speed control; loop could come around very fast when waxed
Referenced as Keith Elwin design example of meaningful pop bumper purpose (knockout mechanics)
Game used for split flipper finals tiebreaker in Butter Bowl match
Ranked lowest (#1 bottom) in December 2025 metrics; host predicts it will recover in popularity
Game Orville Albert was playing, reached 85 million on first ball
Stern 2018 music pin; nearly acquired by Host 1; considered for improving tournament performance
Keith Elwin's first commercial Stern design; adapted from his Archer homebrew; music-themed game that established him as a major designer
Stern pinball game; recent release described as one of best machines in 15 years; featured as Pro and Vault models at Brisbane Masters
Music-themed Stern pinball game mentioned as example of music-selection feature
Stern pinball game used as example in operator discussion of ball save and multiball timing settings
Stern pinball game designed by Elwin; playfield adapted from his Archer homebrew; code name during development was 'Egypt'
Licensed music title showcased
Stern release; reported poor location performance compared to other current Stern machines
2018 Stern cornerstone game; music-themed; designed by Keith Elwin; described as 'slam dunk'
Newly revealed Stern pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin, licensed from Iron Maiden music band, available in Pro/Premium/LE versions, features Egyptian/Power Slave theme with multiple album references
Jack Danger's first game at Stern
Stern Pinball game designed by Keith Elwin; licensed music-themed machine in production
Discussed as example of constant epic escalation without dynamic range or de-escalation moments
Licensed music-themed game in Stern Vault; completely sold out
Next Stern release; allegedly uses Keith Elwin's Archer layout with four flippers; expected announcement ~2 weeks before Texas Pinball Festival
Stern music-licensed title scheduled after Guardians and Deadpool; planned for more feature-complete code (near v1.0)
Stern game designed by Keith Elwin; reached Battle Royale semifinal; defeated Simpsons Party in Round 3 (65%); praised for quality transcending theme appeal
Stern title mentioned for playfield quality issues (bubbling/ghosting) even in early units
Music-themed Stern game; theme accessibility example
Keith Elwin design referenced as example of undesired early-game strategy that Jurassic Park explicitly discourages with mechanical post
Stern title; deep ruleset example; Stacey previously owned one and traded it; has Battle of the Beast intermediate wizard mode
Stern game based on Keith Elwin's homebrew Archer design; represents homebrew-to-professional pathway
Popular game experiencing secondary market sales activity; music theme cited as factor in resale
Stern Pinball game designed by Keith Elwin. Features four flippers, center lift ramp, bullseye target, Newton ball mechanism. Available in Pro, Premium, and LE models. Licensed from the band.