The Uncanny X-Men is a licensed Marvel pinball machine manufactured by Stern Pinball, released in 2024 and based on the X-Men Days of Future Past storyline with an 80s setting. The game features 35+ playable characters, mission-based rules, three multiballs, and a custom soundtrack, available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition versions. Since launch, the title has received multiple code updates (v0.90.0 through v0.95) addressing initial production and software issues while adding features like Berserker multiball, and has been featured in competitive play and museum exhibitions.
The Uncanny X-Men pinball game is stressful to play due to the amount of information and complexity
X-Men Charity Tournament features approximately 35 different playable character superpowers as selection mechanic
The Pro model Sentinel hands are replaced with standup targets that have flashers
The Sentinel head no longer travels up and down in the Pro model
Stern 2024 machine; Crable chose it in every group during North American Championship; known for difficult scoring mechanics
Stern Pinball machine designed by Jack Danger; used in SPCF finals with objective 'Start To Me, My X-Men Multiball' and championship-deciding match
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Stern Pinball's new pinball machine, publicly unveiled for the first time at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo
Modern pinball game designed by Jack Danger; Juana Summers recently played it and found it stressful but enjoyable
X-Men launch party held at Sunshine Laundromat, Greenpoint Brooklyn on November 10; also had another release party scheduled for November 22 at Rulo's
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Beast lab hole is replaced by a leaping beaker target in the Pro model
Pro and Premium/LE models share identical trajectories and pathways
All modes function the same across Pro, Premium, and LE tiers
Bishop action button is lit by hitting pop bumpers
Gambit pop bumper fills a card deck to light 2x shot multiplier
Danger Room difficulty increases scoring potential in the game
X-Men is receiving ongoing LCD art, animation, and rules updates post-launch
The game features three distinct multiball modes: Sentinel Multiball, Cerebro/To Me My X-Men Multiball, and a third multiball tied to saving the city
Missions are initiated by hitting white shots and can be stacked with active multiballs
Sentinels are represented by colored inserts; destroying all inserts of the same color defeats that Sentinel
The Days of Future Past narrative allows players to switch between past and future; X-Men saved in the past assist in future sequences
Sentinel Rush will launch on Insider Connected with leaderboards tracking Sentinel destruction within time limits
The offset flipper layout creates unconventional ball paths as a core design goal
Multiball sequences with the Danger Room present significantly increase execution difficulty
The Sentinel (giant) is the primary multiball hazard that can destroy playfield components like bridges
X-Men LEs are being fine-tuned and shipping this month
Location Pros are coming at the end of the month
The game features an upper playfield mechanism positioned in the outlane area
X-Men will have 811 LE units produced
The LE version is the one collectors should want over Pro/Premium
X-Men's comic book license allows freedom to use any comic character without actor permission constraints
X-Men's mechanical density exceeds recent Stern releases like John Wick and Venom
All 811 LEs will sell out
LE production has been reduced from 1000 to 811 units
X-Men will not be available for widespread play until Expo
Rogue is visually present on the game art based on teaser
Stern Pinball game designed by Jack Danger; releasing/revealing this week. Second game from Jack Danger. Praised for design innovation, mechanical depth, and Jackson Pollock-inspired mechanics. 811 units pre-built.
New Stern Pinball machine being previewed; subject of host's extensive first impressions
Stern Pinball machine with 6+ months development time; fundamental code issues; Kaneda recommends abandoning
Newly announced Stern Pinball licensed game based on Marvel X-Men IP; designed by Jack Danger; features articulating Sentinel mech; 811 LE units confirmed
Recent Stern release mentioned as close-to-market competitor with Avatar
Stern Pinball's newly announced Marvel-licensed machine featuring innovative offset flipper layout and articulating sentinel mechanics
Stern Pinball game with Marvel IP, designed by Jack Danger, recently revealed with livestream presentation criticized for incomplete code and poor player performance
Stern Pinball machine released September 4, 2024; Marvel-licensed X-Men themed game featuring Days of Future Past storyline and 80s animation aesthetic
Stern's third 2024 cornerstone release, designed by Jack Danger, based on Days of Future Past storyline
New Stern Pinball cornerstone title released September 2024; Marvel-licensed game featuring comic book art and soundtrack
Stern title featuring Jeremy Packer artwork
2024 Stern pinball machine present at the venue
Stern Pinball's 2024 limited edition pinball machine with offset flipper layout and Danger Room feature
Pinball machine designed by Jack Danger; subject of comparative commentary from Terry Hardy regarding music quality
Stern Pinball machine released in 2024; subject of new comprehensive accessory ecosystem
Previous pinball machine; last intentional design with center post before King Kong
Stern table; author notes its left return lane design echoes Deadly Weapon.
Stern pinball machine in RetroRalph's collection
Stern machine; briefly discussed as upcoming competitive tournament machine (mid-November); Carl expresses concerns about rule depth
Stern cornerstone title based on Marvel X-Men comics; features offset flipper layout, Sentinel mechanical toy, Danger Room left playfield area; Pro $6,999/Premium $9,699/LE $12,999; LE limited to 811 units
Stern Pinball game released in September 2024 prior to Avatar reveal; limited ready-for-demo status at launch compared to Avatar's advance preparation
Stern title; version 0.90 released February 19; lacks wizard modes; rushed release to fill production line gap; still pre-1.0 features
Received 'Days of Future Code Evolved' update (v0.93) on August 27 with new multiball rules and bug fixes.
Stern pinball game featured in Pro Circuit Finals with 'Start To Me, My X-Men Multiball' objective
Stern title receiving billboard topper ($1,500), illuminated shooter knob ($200), side armor ($270), speaker expression lighting system ($200).
Stern Pinball machine available at Reboot
Stern Pinball 2024 release; described as 'best looking game Stern's ever made'; Enzo retains despite code concerns; beautiful layout and comic book aesthetic; awaiting code improvements
Stern LE release; timing clarified as January CES release rather than 2025 release; included in recent cornerstone lineup
Stern pinball machine receiving official accessory line; collaboration with Marvel Comics
Stern title updated to version 0.95 adding Berserker multiball and new features after recent community support resurgence
Stern pinball game with 'fantastic layout'; proposed as base for Riot Fest retheme; had production issues now corrected; underperformed commercially
Stern title; hosts report it reboots in attract mode after recent code update; described as having 'some issues'
Upcoming Stern Pinball game with 80s setting and custom soundtrack
Stern Pinball machine being showcased in Pro, Premium, and LE versions
Stern release; $13,000 MSRP, depreciated to $8,500 ($4,500 loss)
Stern Pinball machine being demonstrated; Marvel Comics license
Stern Pinball's latest Marvel licensed game, subject of this making-of documentary
Recent Stern release celebrated with charity tournament at Next Level; features 35+ playable characters
New pinball machine from Stern featuring X-Men license, mission-based rules, and three multiballs
Stern Pinball's licensed Marvel pinball machine for which accessories are being promoted
New pinball machine by Stern Pinball based on Marvel X-Men Days of Future Past storyline