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Batman SLE

gameactive18 mentionsFirst seen Jan 3, 2023Last seen Apr 7, 2026

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Batman SLE is a limited-edition Stern pinball machine (80 units produced) widely regarded as one of the best-looking machines ever made. Priced around $15,000 at release, it became a benchmark for exclusivity and value retention before Stern shifted to higher pricing strategies. The game is frequently cited in the pinball community as a reference point for secondary market inflation and collector desirability, with notable enthusiasts like Kaneda expressing regret over selling their copies.

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Recent Mentions (18)

  • Referenced as Stern machine with premium/radial cabinet decals; used as quality standard comparison

    Episode 1208: "Kaneda's First Impressions of Pokemon LE"Apr 7, 2026
  • Kaneda's personal machine with playfield protector; noted for excessive dimpling when Stern worked with Churchill

    Episode 838: "Jaws & Drama"Aug 25, 2023
  • Limited edition Stern title; only 80 units produced; historically hot/desirable.

    The Pinball Show Ep 185 BONUS: Supply & Demand: How Should The Industry Handle Extremely Desirable Releases?Nov 18, 2025
  • Previous game owned by Kaneda; he references selling it to fund furniture purchases (~$28,000)

    Episode 987: "Pinball Quality IS a Black & White Issue!"Aug 19, 2024
  • Stern title; Kaneda personally owns with one final payment remaining; used as example of personal pinball investment

    Episode 792: "Are These The Games We Were Waiting For?"Apr 14, 2023
  • Stern game; Kaneda owns this limited edition and announces plans to sell it as gesture of disengagement from Stern

    FREE SHOW! Episode 951: "Stern's Arrogance Will Be Its Downfall"

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  • Existing: Limited to 80 units, priced ~$15k (mention 2)vsConflicting: Tiered pricing options including Premium at $7,500-$8,000 (mention 4)
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026

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May 9, 2024
  • Stern Pinball collectible edition; $15,000 MSRP; host states he sold his copy for $28,000, indicating Stern correctly assessed demand and the title appreciated.

    Episode 957: "The Most Important Word in Pinball is _____"May 20, 2024
  • High-end collectible game ($25,000+) purchased by Kaneda sight unseen; used as example of condition-checking risks

    Episode 806: "Juicy Rumor Mill Stuff"May 24, 2023
  • Collectible pinball game; Kaneda purchased one for $25,000; used as example of appropriate secondary market pricing

    Episode 827: "The Great Pinball Pause...Has Begun"Jul 28, 2023
  • Stern release; praised as prettiest game Stern made; predicted to retain/increase value due to low production; criticized for poor shooting

    Kaneda's EXPLICIT FB RANT about Call For PriceMar 23, 2023
  • Premium Stern game; secondary market example of value retention; recently sold for $30,000; host uses as counterexample to depreciation trend and proof of limited production value

    Saturday Morning Spectacular 3/4Mar 11, 2023
  • Premium Stern machine used as positive comparison point; Kaneda argues it justifies premium pricing better than James Bond

    Episode 755: "$20,000 For This?"Jan 3, 2023
  • Batman Special Limited Edition pinball machine. Kaneda previously owned one and sold it. Experienced seller's remorse; recently repurchased at higher price point. Currently stored in Massachusetts.

    Pinball Party Podcast Ep 31: KanedaMay 31, 2023
  • Referenced at $15,000 with tiered options (Premium at $7,500-$8,000); contrasts with Bond's single $20k option model

    Ep 99: Lease with Option to BuyJan 4, 2023
  • Pinball machine; example of inflated secondary market asking prices ($37,000+)

    Saturday Morning Spectacular - Nov 30Dec 1, 2024
  • Stern game, ranked #1 in best-looking machines of all time

    Saturday Morning SpectacularJun 29, 2025
  • Limited to 80 units, priced ~$15k, positioned as benchmark for true exclusivity/value retention before Stern's pricing strategy shifted

    Episode 1137: "Kaneda's 8am Patreon Live Rant"Sep 16, 2025
  • Spooky/Franchie game; praised as beautiful; Kaneda regrets selling his copy

    SMS Oct 4 Part 2Oct 5, 2025