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Star Wars LE

gameactive9 mentionsFirst seen Jul 6, 2017Last seen Feb 21, 2026

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Star Wars LE is a Limited Edition pinball machine manufactured by Stern Pinball, released in the mid-2020s as part of their premium game lineup. Originally priced at $13,000 at launch, the machine is notable in the pinball community as a prominent example of rapid depreciation, with units losing $3,000+ in value immediately post-release. The game exemplifies broader market trends in modern pinball where Limited Edition releases experience steep secondary market devaluation, making it a frequently cited reference point in discussions about pinball investment and dealer economics.

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  • manufacturesStern Pinball Inc.Stern Pinball manufactures the Star Wars LE gamemedium

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Recent Mentions (9)

  • 800-unit limited edition by Stern, originally $8,500-9,000, now selling for $15,000+; owners nervous about rumored new Star Wars title

    Episode 1093: "Kaneda OBO"May 22, 2025
  • Stern's upcoming limited edition; 80-machine allocation to Australia (sold out); requires $6,250 AUD upfront; Ryan C. pre-ordered but prepared to cancel due to withholding of gameplay footage

    Episode 50 – Thunder From Down UnderJul 6, 2017
  • Stern pinball machine that Neil acquired internationally, with discussion of pricing advantage and distribution challenges

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 31: Beetlejuice is here!Nov 15, 2025
  • Stern Limited Edition pinball machine; featured in main tournament Group 2 qualifying

    TILT PINBALL OPENJun 5, 2019
  • Recent Stern release; Kaneda mentions as example of depreciation; used to illustrate dealer willingness to ship when buyers lose money

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular Feb 21Feb 21, 2026
  • Modern pinball machine at Special Unlit Club; Peter notes expensive replacement board costs previously

    Episode 327: Peter Blakemore

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  • Existing: priced at $13,000vsConflicting: example of machine brand new at $10,000
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Dec 30, 2021
  • Stern's Star Wars Limited Edition; priced at $13,000; not sold out; experiencing depreciation

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast Saturday Morning Spectacular Sept 27Sep 27, 2025
  • Stern release exemplifying rapid depreciation; LE models dropping to ~$10,000 instantly post-launch

    Episode 1165: "The Dawn of The New Pinball Collection Has Begun"Nov 29, 2025
  • Recent Stern LE; example given of rapid depreciation (brand new at $10,000, losing $3,000+ immediately)

    Episode 1164: "Robin to the Rescue?"Nov 24, 2025