Used as a case study example of a multi-era franchise (original trilogy, prequels, sequels, animated series) in demonstrating the new nostalgia modeling system

Recent Stern Pinball release by John Borg; Gonzo uses as counterpoint to Toy Story 4 regarding IP theme capture

Stern Pinball title; major IP property; criticized as rushed and not matching franchise weight

Original 1992 Data East pinball designed by John Borg; Stern allegedly working on new Star Wars pinball machine

Another Stern Spike 3 machine that Neil owns and uses for comparison regarding update speeds and cabinet design

Stern Pinball game; Neil mentions receiving the Star Wars topper before the game itself arrived

Upcoming Stern Pinball title; media day September 10; community sentiment mixed on theme overuse

Stern Pinball machine currently in discussion for custom cabinet armor modifications with Death Star design

Upcoming Stern pinball machine, subject of Stern Mania media event and NDA restrictions

Unreleased Stern machine; not shipping to Europe due to licensing; Rob visiting Stern tomorrow under NDA

Modern pinball machine featuring Death Star and planet shots, risk/reward mechanism, ramp jackpots

Latest Star Wars pinball machine made by Stern. Artwork done by contemporary pinball artist (referenced in discussion about modern pinball artists).

Upcoming Stern Pinball machine designed by John Borg, covering Episodes IV-VI, Spike 3 platform, releasing early September

Stern pinball machine used as tiebreaker in Stern Pro Circuit Finals finals

Steve Ritchie design cited as reference point for superior playfield feel/layout compared to Simpsons Pinball Party.

Referenced as A-tier theme with missed opportunity in rule design (no Han Solo/Luke Skywalker differentiation); example of theme not fully exploited

Rumored next Stern cornerstone; Kaneda predicts announcement in August (30–40 days from episode); presumed to be based on original trilogy (Episodes IV–VI); seen as critical test of Stern's ability to deliver a hit and justify price increases

Upcoming Stern release; next major title using Spike 3 platform; major IP with franchise prestige

Ranked #4 on highest-grossing franchises ($46.7B); host notes 'somebody should make a Star Wars pin'

Modern Stern Pinball home edition currently available at Costco; features Insider Connected software

Stern pinball; known for astronomical multiplier component; coder Wayson worked on it; Jason notes Star Wars Pro playfield is relatively sparse

Stern title; expected reveal end Aug/early Sept; rumored episodes 4-6 focus; Kaneda critical of design lacking AT-AT walker and Death Star reset mechanics

Referenced pinball game with movie clips; host suggests they don't enhance gameplay

Stern pinball machine; Jason playing frequently; comic edition Pro available; not currently at Electric Bat Arcade

Stern pinball machine; Ron played extensively, became converted; has Pro/Premium variants with different shot mechanics; features action button for shot selection

Referenced as example of brutally-designed game whose theme (family-friendly) doesn't match gameplay difficulty

Stern home edition announced July 2019; $4,500 MSRP; follows Spider-Man home model; full-featured Pro/Premium/LE versions expected in 2-3 weeks

Licensed Stern game, consistently top performer on location, strong player draw, discussed as benchmark for successful licensing

Stern Pinball machine used as comparison point for open playfield design and underwhelming initial impressions vs. gameplay quality

Rumored Stern pinball game designed by John Borg featuring Episodes I-III with Darth Maul; speculated as part of Stern's recovery strategy

Recently released premium pinball game; shipping with 0.85 beta code; Pro $52K, Premium $76K, LE pricing unknown; Death Star mode barely works; accelerator and Millennium Falcon are LE differentiators

Stern title used as example of game too flawed (physically and in design) to justify community feedback investment

Recent Stern Pinball game by Dwight Sullivan; 118,000 lines of code; demonstrates complexity growth

Stern machine from recent years with full movie assets, used as comparison point for King Kong's licensing shortcomings

Complex Stern pinball game designed by Dwight Sullivan; cited as an example of epic, mode-based gameplay philosophy that was intentionally avoided for Munsters.

Stern Pinball major theme; Kaneda describes as 'crappy' and 'terrible' game, uses as example of how theme quality doesn't guarantee game quality

Stern pinball with complex collaborative art; required six additional illustrators beyond lead artist Bob Stevlik; three sets of plastics for Pro/Premium/LE; influenced by Drew Struzan visual style

Stern Pinball game released two years ago, now receiving comic book art edition reskin

Stern title; R2-D2 topper released 2.5 years after game launch as limited 500-piece accessory at $750 MSRP

Rumored next Stern Pinball title from John Borg; highly expected by community

Upcoming Stern pinball game; Costco edition mentioned; acting as market anchor point for competitor release timing

Stern game mentioned as difficult to learn quickly but rewarding with time investment; contrasted with more accessible titles

Stern pinball game (Pro/Premium) being removed from December 2023 schedule

Pin golf tournament game; described as difficult goal to reach despite low target score

Tournament game mentioned; host reference 'not something you want to play in a pin golf format'; featured in upcoming group assignments

Williams Pinball 2000 game; Keith Johnson briefly worked on Hot House variant before being reassigned to Playboy

Landmark Data East pinball game (1992); Borg's first major design, originally conceived as Jurassic Park, sold 10,000+ units

Data East Pinball game; major licensed title that helped revive Star Wars brand through pinball; shipped 10,400 units in single year

Stern pinball game Kaneda describes as 'one of the worst games ever' despite dream theme appeal

Referenced as family-friendly theme in comparison to other Stern titles

Stern pinball; Pro version praised as faster and smoother than Premium version

Stern Premium game; Don owns; mentioned as comparison point for Premium-tier depth vs. Led Zeppelin

Premium version tested at Expo with PinStadium lights; Don wants to try them on his machine

Stern release owned by Don; part of his recent Stern acquisition streak

Stern game designed by Dwight Sullivan with juice timer multiplier. Mentioned as example of Dwight's multiplier design philosophy.

Stern pinball machine featured in tournament; discussed extensively regarding optimal strategy and code state

Pinball machine in IE Pinball's collection; streamer has recently played and likes it

Pinball machine Don owns; upgraded with replicated Ellie armor featuring Death Star lighting.

Pinball game; referenced as comparable design precedent for flipper-based character/rule selection mechanic in Venom Pro

Recent Stern Pinball release; Josh has not yet played it; discussed for potential featured content during Raw Thrills filming

Game being returned to Jack by Gavin Miller during stream logistics

Upcoming Stern Pinball release on Spike 3 platform; designed by John Borg, code by Ray Day; rumored two-flipper layout with AT-ST toy; Jabba the Hutt and Death Star confirmations; launching September 10th hands-on event

Stern pinball machine receiving 1.0 code update with new ball saves, call-outs, and balance changes

Another Stern pinball game in Jack's studio by Steve Ritchie and Dwight Sullivan

Upcoming pinball stream planned for approximately 10 days from broadcast date; requires Han Solo costume

Pinball table now officially licensed; Jack promised to be first with full gameplay video

Pinball machine available at Don's event

Stern game; discussed as strong casual draw at locations like Round One arcade

Stern machine featured in comparison segment; has 4.25-inch color HD playfield LCD, interactive exploding Death Star, Spike 2 system; polarizing but growing in appreciation; described as underrated with satisfying shots

Pinball machine referenced in comparison to The Godfather multiplier mechanics

Pinball machine known in community for frequent house ball problems

Stern machine referenced for Pro/Premium/LE playability comparison discussion

Premium pinball machine by Stern being extensively played and modded; features Death Star multiball, character modes, lightsaber duel, multiple shot sequences

Licensed pinball machine by Stern based on Episodes IV-VI of Star Wars; features 16 missions, 400+ movie scenes, Death Star toy, Hyperspace Accelerator, character selection, fast ball speed, video displays

IP theme for upcoming Premium and Limited Edition pinball machines

IP theme for the announced machine

Recently released Stern pinball game criticized by Tim Sexton for overly complex shot multiplier rule

Stern release; criticized for playfield design and limited assets but performing well in venue play; excellent reliability; superior Spike 3 sound quality

Stern premium pinball title (original version criticized); Multimorphic released highly praised home version praised for sound design and fun factor; Mark Silk involved in film voice work for Episode I

Data East licensed game; 10,350 units sold; major IP licensing achievement

First confirmed game to receive game-specific Expression Light Topper plate

Stern pinball by Dwight Sullivan with 118k lines of code, epic scope, 19 modes, 4 wizard modes; referenced as contrast to TMNT's more focused approach

Original Steve Ritchie-designed Stern game (sold ~8,000 units); subject of speculation about Original Trilogy remake possibility

Pinball game based on popular movie, reflective of industry shift to popular culture licensing

Pinball game referenced in Steve Ritchie design discussion

Stern pinball title; had 800 LE units produced (per Kaneda); most popular theme Stern has made

Stern Pinball title; host uses as benchmark for high-demand IP, noting that John Wick received higher production allocation despite lower perceived theme demand.

Stern pinball game that Elliot Eisman worked on

Stern Pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie; criticized for poor scene-stacking code; upcoming new Star Wars game anticipated to drive industry pricing increases

Stern game mentioned as reference point; fewer LEs produced than John Wick despite stronger theme IP

Major Stern Pinball release by John Borg, being photographed week of August 11th; expected to use Spike 3 (partial); rumored pricing $13,700 LE; described as juggernaut IP needed for Stern's market position

Upcoming Stern Pinball machine shot week of August 13. Theme not officially confirmed. Rumored to be original trilogy-based (possibly Hoth-focused per Jason Knapp). Expected to launch within weeks. No release date announced.

Historical Stern pinball game; used as comparison point for limited edition production (fewer units than X-Men 811)

Stern licensed machine on display at Stern booth and Sternorama; used for head-to-head challenges at Expo

Stern game running beta code 0.87 with crash issues; excluded from tournament due to stability concerns; Kevin criticized theme integration versus Alien

Stern-licensed game released for tournament; Pro version criticized as stripped down; Premium version pending; features complex rules, multipliers, and artwork concerns

Stern pinball machine; part of Heads Up Championship tournament rotation; lacks magnets in Pro model (available in Premium); TIE Fighter challenge became fastest game throughout tournament

Rumored Stern title; Kaneda speculates it may be Episodes 1-3 via Borg or original trilogy

John Borg's first major pinball game, released in 1991; he later redesigned/remastered it; original machine now displayed at Stern factory

Pinball machine in Don's collection, referenced for Hyperloop ramp feature and playfield design superiority over Venom

Stern title; suspected reskin with hyperloop/hyperdrive feature that doesn't fit theme; example of uninspired design

Stern release; criticized by Chris for including screen on playfield instead of physical content (described as 'lazy' design decision)

Mentioned as an already-licensed pinball IP; discussed in context of Flemming's wishlist

Pinball machine by Data East being played in tournament; features R2-D2 toy, Death Star shot, multiball modes, and gameplay issues including DMD malfunctions and tilt problems

Stern Pinball game mentioned in stream context

Referenced in comparison to Walking Dead regarding playfield code and Gilligan's Island lighting impact

Two versions discussed: Steve Ritchie's classic design (which host prefers) and newer Stern version; hypothetical comparison with X-Men layout

Stern pinball featuring center ramp three-bank shot described by host as having poor shot feel; mentioned for comparison with other designers' work

Pinball machine at Interium; Don mentioned considering modifications and resale

Stern Pinball title; Kaneda states he will buy Limited Edition when released

Stern Pinball Limited Edition; 800 units made; currently zero available on Pinside secondary market—extreme scarcity signal

Stern game with delayed R2D2 topper accessory (year+ overdue)

Stern Pinball machine, recently received code update, described by Bruce as 'greatest game ever' sarcastically

Film franchise discussed in context of collector's Lucasfilm animation work and technical contributions to original trilogy TIE fighter animation.

Late 1990s Sega/Sam Stern game (from Star Wars trilogy license); suffered severe battery damage to main board requiring replacement

Stern pinball machine; referenced as established IP that Turner Pinball cannot compete against

Cited as example of Stern game with art on ramps (Premium Edition superiority over standard)

Stern Pinball machine released September 2025; positioned as predecessor to Pokémon in four-month IP window; 770 LE units; mixed critical reception

Stern Pinball game featured at Fantasy ramp tournament; Ron played 8th seed, struggled with execution and multiplier management

Stern Pinball game by John Borg expected to release in approximately 6 weeks

IP license used for the game's theme, characters, and narrative elements

Major licensed Stern Pinball title cited as example of high-profile IP used to attract new audiences

Stern Pinball machine released September 2025; referenced as comparison point for production volume (770 units) and market performance concerns

Pinball machine on which the author scored 500 million points in first round tournament play, defeating opponent JRI.

Stern pinball machine; newly acquired by The Firehouse; author describes it as fun and relaxing with modes, though not very fun to play multiplayer due to author's high skill level

Stern Pinball machine; recently released; visible in Electric Starship Arcade background; Joe mentions availability for arcade operators

Stern pinball machine at Golf n Stuff location with notably tight tilt setting; simple gameplay for casual players

Stern Pinball title referenced for similar HDMI video capture issues (overly dark screen display in footage)

Recent Stern Pinball release designed by John Borg, mentioned as 2025 release alongside Walking Dead Remastered

Stern Pinball game with pending R2D2 topper accessory awaiting Lucasfilm approval

2017 pinball machine by Stern designed by Steve Richie and Dwight Sullivan; released in Pro, Premium, LE, Comic Pro, and Comic Premium variants; faced initial community backlash despite massive Star Wars IP license

Newly released Stern title; host compares Harry Potter announcement significance to Star Wars; notes pricing around $10k

Stern Pinball machine that won best theme category at Twippies 2017

Stern pinball machine; recently received new Vault Edition art package with comic book-style playfield design replacing original clip-art aesthetic

Stern Pinball title; criticized as boring and hard; art update (comic edition) praised but gameplay unchanged

Premium Edition Comic Book Edition, recently purchased by Drew, features Randy Martinez artwork, multiple versions (Stern vs Comic Book Edition)

Referenced as competitor to Ghostbusters; discussed regarding code updates and auto-plunge drain issues

Stern pinball game with John Williams music that triggers copyright issues for streamers

Stern pinball machine with strong artwork; discussed as potential acquisition with translite art swap option

Stern game; Tim Dan Lee owns Premium Edition and struggling to sell it at loss; available stock at distributors

Pinball machine used in first round of tournament; players competed for target score

Stern Pinball game; available at tournament; commentator mentions poor game selection choice against Keith

Stern pinball machine; discussed regarding short plunge vs. full plunge strategies

Stern pinball machine played during stream, hyperspace ramp noted as having inconsistent performance

Stern pinball machine in active production shipment phase

Licensed Stern premium pinball game owned by host for over 1 year; generally enjoyed but with minor design regrets (wanted force magnet mechanic)

Pinball machine used in earlier rounds of tournament; noted for setup inconsistencies and ball feed issues

Upcoming Stern Pinball game with R2-D2 topper; releasing 2025 alongside Black Knight: Sword of Rage

Stern pinball machine used in tournament; features character selection and mode stacking prevention in competitive setup

Stern Pinball machine with character selection (Han, Luke), planet missions, multiball modes, video mode, and shot multiplier mechanics; featured in tournament playoff match; noted for plunge drain flaw

Data East pinball game designed by John Borg; his first professional pinball design

Pinball machine theme featured in championship challenges

Stern machine dedicated by Project Pinball; first dedicated machine in 2020 campaign and recipient of big red shoes memorabilia

Stern pinball with Lightsaber Duel mini-wizard mode facing Darth Vader

Pinball game with artwork by Kevin O'Connor; Youssi admires the work

Stern pinball machine where Cameron Silver faced technical and collaborative challenges; commercially very successful despite design isolation

Multiple variants played (Pro Vault Edition, Elite James Cameron Avatar LE); criticized for color-grid mechanics interrupting flow; requires extensive screen reading mid-gameplay

Mentioned as using HDMI output for playfield display

Historical reference mentioned as having gone through the dimpling press; example of major licensed title.

Entertainment franchise referenced throughout; basis for lightsaber IP and reviewer's personal fandom

Star Wars themed pinball machine; featured in arcade entryway area

Upcoming virtual pinball title Jon is preparing for streaming, requiring BAM updates

Stern Pinball title Manu owned briefly; mentioned in comparison to Led Zeppelin experience

Pinball game mentioned as Alex playing it during stream while others worked on Whirlwind

Stern pinball machine being played throughout the episode; subject of gameplay documentation

Available in Elite version at Endo Brewing; chat references missing features in second half of game software

Stern Pinball machine (Pro model) being played and analyzed

Stern pinball machine being played and reviewed

Subject of the gameplay video; appears to be a recent or newly released Stern title being tested/reviewed

Subject of episode; Tatooine reference suggests discussion of Star Wars Pinball machine

Stern pinball machine being extensively played; Premium Edition version with Hyperspace Hurry-Up feature

Stern Pinball machine with comic artwork version; George interested in acquiring comic art variant; currently in Stern's allotment

Stern Pinball game mentioned as Fisher's recent focus before Ghostbusters session

Stern machine; code and accessories coming December; criticized for weak theme integration; three-tier release structure

Stern Pinball game used for Pro vs. Premium Edition discussion; hosts debate aesthetic and mechanical differences

Recent Stern release used as negative design benchmark by George; contrasted unfavorably with Jurassic Park design aspirations

Stern pinball game referenced for mechanical comparison; Jon criticizes Premium Edition quality

Recent pinball game mentioned as receiving more play time than Wizard of Oz

Stern Pinball title; referenced for Dwight Sullivan's code and lighting mood work

Referenced for Premium edition playfield changes vs Pro tier; mentioned alongside Avatar for implementation quality

Stern pinball machine, previously owned by host, recently sold

New Stern Pinball machine (2025) based on Star Wars franchise, subject of this first-impressions analysis; criticized for weak playfield art, missing magnets, and questionable design choices

Stern pinball machine on order by host

Stern pinball machine in the streamer's personal collection

Referenced as comparison point for plunge difficulty/safety relative to Stranger Things Pro

Stern pinball machine; referenced as sold and departing from George's location during stream

Pinball machine George is planning Monday warp ramp competition against Escher; also referenced Pinball 2000 Star Wars with neon lightsaber

Upcoming Stern title that Zach was anticipating before selling The Walking Dead

Stern pinball machine referenced as having similarly sparse playfield compared to Stranger Things

Referenced for multiplier stacking mechanics comparison (weapons affecting 10x vs 2x multipliers)

Stern Pinball; released Premium Edition artwork variant in 2019; also released Star Wars Home Pinball

Recent Stern release; compared to Dialed In! and Avatar in selection scenarios

Stern Pinball game; compared against multiple titles including Dialed In! and Houdini; praised for sound/light design but criticized for chaotic gameplay and incomplete feature set

Recently released Stern game; compared to Stranger Things as most similar competitor; noted as more 'floaty' than Stranger Things

Recent Stern release; subject of quality issues (ghosting, hazing inserts), code updates, and community debate

Stern Pinball machine; hosts rate Premium Edition with comic book art B+; Jon personally rates A but system limits to B+; hosts love game despite lower mechanical ratings

Stern Pinball title; home version available in smaller cabinet form; Ralph played it poorly during CES booth walkthrough

Stern pinball; referenced for comparison of topper/headkit design aesthetic; Jason Roofer's laser-cut mod is being given away

Stern Pinball machine; reviewed with Kaneda's Pinball Podcast; Premium Edition preferred over Pro due to Hyper Spin feature; video display criticized for post-it note sizing.

Stern pinball machine referenced as a successful home-market pinball release following the Transformers model

Stern Pinball machine; Zach Sharpe owned one and traded it for Walking Dead; criticized for tedious tie-fighter button-mash mode and reliance on IP licensing; tournament-friendly for multiplier stacking; location-viable due to IP appeal

Stern release; Kaneda critiques as 'horrible' theme integration despite strong location earnings; example of operator-friendly but collector-unfriendly game design

Recent Stern release; perceived as sluggish sales; poor reveal reception (blurry IGN photos) influencing Stern's reveal strategy for next game

Stern Pinball title; criticized by Kaneda for combining three films into one machine instead of producing separate titles

Originally planned game for this stream; Chris Brandon decided against it

Stern release; shipping with code delays; gameplay footage from DeadFlip and Jack Danger shows good flow but concerns about complexity and long-term appeal

Stern Pinball game that won 2017 Twippies for Best Theme

Pinball machine; Fubir's son streamed and performed well on it at Grand Ole Gamble

Stern game featured in Thailand distributor's misleading pricing; available in Home Edition, Premium Edition, and other variants

Stern Pinball recent release; Kaneda criticizes as driven by theme sales rather than game quality; claims TIE Fighter mech is only standout; alleges game could be any theme with TIE Fighter removed

Rumored/anticipated Stern Pinball game designed by Steve Ritchie; described as 'worst kept secret'; will feature LCD screen

Stern Pinball license; multiple versions possible; 2025 version by Steve Ritchie criticized; suggests potential remakes of prequels/originals

Previous Stern Pinball major IP success; benchmark against which Pokémon is expected to underperform

First Arcade1Up pinball cabinet; subject of comparison due to similar issues

Arcade1Up cabinet reference model used for bench design and riser size comparison with OutRun cabinet

Stern Pinball machine; contrasted with Hobbit for design philosophy (speed vs. narrative journey)

Pinball machine; mentioned in context of Nashville streaming test using Wi-Fi connection

Premium Edition acquired by host as trade bait/experiment; became surprise favorite machine

Stern Pinball machine; Premium Edition compared against Indiana Jones and Star Trek

Stern Premium Edition machine Zach recently acquired and initially disliked but now enjoys; comparison point for shot design

Stern Pinball game referenced multiple times as having tight shots and being initially underappreciated by Matt Scott until ownership

Stern Pinball title used as counterexample; criticized for barren playfield that only feels like Star Wars when code/displays activate

Mentioned for comparison on Photoshop vs hand-drawn artwork approach

Stern Pinball licensed game that won Best Theme Twippies award last year.

Stern Pinball (Steve Ritchie design) ranked #7 by Greg; praised for smooth shooting mechanics

Stern Pinball game with deeply-coded ruleset by Dwight Sullivan; referenced as comparison point for Munsters' more accessible approach

Stern Pinball game; coded by Dwight Sullivan; shown/played at 2018 Expo

Mentioned as Greg's other machine; received spotlight reflectors and chrome hardware upgrades

Recent Stern release; defended by co-host as 'masterpiece' in code despite criticism; compared against Monsters Pro

Stern game that Escher doesn't want to own; appears to be recent or upcoming based on context

#6 on list; difficult plunge and quick orbits make it frustrating despite being favorite game of hosts

Referenced as comparison for design omissions; Gonzo suggests Pokemon's lack of Pokéball is equivalent to Star Wars lacking the Force

Recent Stern release (pre-Pokémon); hosts note slow LE sellout and weak secondary market compared to Pokémon; cited as underperforming title.

Arcade1Up cabinet featuring 23 Zen digital pinball games with Star Wars theme

Previous Arcade1Up cabinet developed by Code Mystics, cited as example of their quality work

Arcade1Up cabinet released previously; used as quality/design benchmark in review

IP theme for the Arcade1Up virtual pinball cabinet featuring 10 licensed Zen pinball tables

Stern Pinball game on display at festival; described as 'growing on me' by Martin but not reaching 'great' status

Custom modded Star Wars pinball machine at ReplayFX convention

Stern Pinball game, Premium Edition, version 1.05; subject of stream demonstration and analysis

Stern Pinball game used as comparison point for feature and design quality relative to Iron Maiden

Recent Stern pinball game criticized by hosts for execution and theme interpretation

Referenced as example of Stern game using movie playback instead of dot animations

Recent Stern release mentioned for code approach comparison

Premium Edition pinball game; subject of live gameplay stream featuring new code with Jedi Multiball, reduced scoring, and Premium-exclusive mechanical features

Jack criticizes existing Star Wars pinball machines: 'I'm not a fan of either of the Star Wars pins'

New pinball machine being demonstrated; features character selection, 16 missions, movable multiplier system, multiball stacking, and Star Wars-themed modes

Stern Pinball licensed game referenced by Lyman as exceptionally allowing multiple design iterations (three versions), contrasting with typical single-game design opportunity.

Stern pinball game that delayed Ghostbusters update; Dwight Sullivan was working on Star Wars during the originally planned Ghostbusters update period

Recent pinball machine with custom-built monitor toppers under development

Stern Pinball game example used by Gomez to illustrate theme-to-features design methodology; features Death Star, TIE fighters, multi-ball modes

Stern pinball machine mentioned at Stern Factory in multiple editions (Premium and Pro).

Newer Stern pinball machine in Jack's stream location; mentioned as one of four pinball machines present

Pinball machine at Penn Stack; noted as filthy and in need of cleaning

Full-size Pro/Premium/LE version used as pricing comparison baseline; sells for $4,500-$5,200 on secondary market

Stern home pinball machine (recent title); uses same George Gomez design platform as Heavy Metal; launched at ~$5,000

IP theme for VR pinball game; includes references to Emperor, lightsabers, and other franchise elements in gameplay

Stern Pinball title; positioned as superior alternative to Led Zeppelin Pro by Cary Hardy

Data East pinball machine being restored; subject of episode series documenting overhaul process

Data East pinball machine undergoing comprehensive restoration and upgrade work, including mechanical repairs, cosmetic enhancements, and audio system upgrade

Rumored Stern Pinball machine, likely Episodes IV-VI by John Borg; coming end of 2025

Stern home pin referenced as comparison; Hardy would choose this over Led Zeppelin Pro

Stern pinball; host bricked Pro model with premature code update 2-3 years prior to episode

Data East pinball machine being restored; subject of multi-episode YouTube restoration series; arcade-hosted machine

Licensed IP theme; Stern has released multiple versions (2017, 2019, 2020, 2025) that Hardy criticizes as identical re-skins

Existing Stern Pinball game designed by George Gomez; being re-themed as Heavy Metal

Stern Spike machine that refused code updates; Frank spent two months diagnosing network cable as root cause

Pinball machine that had glitchy code in its original release, referenced through anecdote about Dwight Sullivan's experience.

Won Best Theme at 2017 Twippy Awards; nominated in multiple categories; game discussed positively throughout community

Pinball IP cited by Oscar as example of theme with variable extent (trilogy vs. nine films, different character focus); used to illustrate need for scope clarity.

Pinball machine; one of the three most popular titles in Mexico; Manuel Hernández's first machine

Referenced as previous Stern release with code by Dwight Sullivan; some players reported feeling 'burned' by its execution

Stern Pinball game mentioned as comparison point for Mandalorian audio callouts and design approach

Stern pinball game with code by Dwight Sullivan; comparison point for Mandalorian's anticipated ruleset complexity

Pinball machine played by host at 2019 Nationals first round; host describes it as worst Star Wars game played and short-plunged to left flipper

Stern pinball game; host cites as example of single-strategy game design versus Elwin's multi-angle approach

Recent Stern release; host owns it despite not being crazy about the layout; uses as example of theme overcoming gameplay concerns

Stern pinball game requiring specialized apron kit for Insider Connected retrofit; host has personal Premium version from ~2017

Stern game nominated for Twippies (comic book art category)

Previous Stern Pinball game referenced as commercial blockbuster; model for Mandalorian success predictions

Steve Ritchie design; host previously owned and describes as fun but with design improvements possible

Stern game; destroying Death Star, Hyperspace Multiball, Facing/Killing the Emperor cited as fun moments

Stern pinball game that host played at Nationals in Vegas; described as the only game that felt 'fast' to host; required 2-3 games to adjust

Stern pinball game recently sold by host, leaving gap in collection

Steve Ritchie Stern design owned by host for three years; used as comparative reference point for Led Zeppelin layout quality assessment

Host mentions upcoming strategy video covering Star Wars tournament play

Stern game sitting behind host; example of critically panned game the host personally enjoys despite widespread criticism

Stern pinball game; example of licensed property that doesn't resonate with all fans despite strong IP.

Referenced as possible upcoming Stern title; potential audio easter egg detected in King Kong

Stern game designed by Brian Eddy; compared to D&D regarding progression mechanics

Confirmed next Stern game; will be first to implement major Spike 3 features; expected price increase of ~$500

Stern Pinball title under quality control scrutiny due to manual disclaimers regarding ghosting and dimpling; LE/Premium models discussed

Stern Pinball game; version 1.0 code released with multiball stacking removed; discussed as having short ball times and unclear rules

Stern Pinball title with character-selection rules, fast gameplay, bonus-heavy scoring; first gameplay footage shown July 5, 2017 via Deadflip; in limited location distribution by mid-July

Recent Stern release; LEs took longer to sell out than Iron Maiden; Pro model priced ~$5,400.

Stern pinball game; recently received code update 1.23; Jason owns a copy and references its art design

Stern pinball machine discussed as requiring ball save for tournament play due to exit-heavy design; noted as having plunge-to-flipper capability

Data East game mentioned as candidate for PinSound

Stern Pinball game; Pro and Premium returning March 2024 (first run since August 2022); no additional 2024 runs planned

Stern 2017 release; initially disappointing at 1.0, improved significantly with final code; Steve Ritchie design; layout unfamiliar to some players

Stern pinball machine with new topper release limited to 500 units at $750; comic art edition recently released; not described as most loved recent Stern game

Stern pinball game released April 2019; mode-driven design contrasted with Munsters' approach

Stern Pinball game; criticized for 'sloppy reveal'; Stern still playing catch-up on backlog while releasing it

Referenced as precedent for heavy licensor control over art design (cookie-cutter character poses)

Previous Stern pinball using Dwight Sullivan code; referenced for code quality improvements

Stern pinball game; discussed as example of recycled Data East license with licensing constraints on gameplay design

Recent Stern pinball machine; used as benchmark for competition play scoring (~500k-600k typical, 700M+ excellent); subject of Orbital Albert's 747M score with new glasses

Referenced in discussion of arcade machine secondary market prices; Real machines cost $12,000 vs. one-up arcade versions at $800

Stern pinball machine vaulted as of end of 2024

Referenced in theme discussion; Zen Pinball did character-based individual games vs. Stern's single unified game

Other Stern home edition pinball game; compared to Jurassic Park as one of limited home options

Referenced for Hyperloop shot that passes under flippers; design influence on Predator's Gatling gun mechanic

Recently revealed Stern pinball machine; features movie clips from original trilogy; three-tier pricing (Pro/Premium/LE); described as casual-friendly with good location appeal

2025 Stern release; heavy use of movie clips and C-3PO voice work; audio quality praised but animation relies on licensed assets; honorable mention in audio category

New pinball machine celebrating Star Wars 40th Anniversary; available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition tiers

Mentioned briefly as comparison for fast 'tie fighter' style shots; used as gameplay reference point

Stern Pinball game; reveal delayed due to Charlie Kirk assassination attempt effects on Stern staff; not revealed through Loser Kid despite being only game excluded from 2024-2025 reveal partnership.

Recently released Stern Pinball game; won by Christian Line in Delaware Pinball Collective raffle

Previous Stern release that Heavy Metal is compared to in design; reportedly similar layout

Digital pinball collection by Zen Studios on Nintendo Switch, Steam, and PS4 currently on sale (approximately $20-$21 total), attracting new players to pinball

Stern physical machine; discussed as desired Limited Edition version; Pro model not recommended

Jared's restoration project; undergoing mylar removal, playfield sanding, Varathane clear coating, and color-match touch-up work

Playfield restoration project being worked on by Chris; involves complex white text on black background touch-ups and frisket masking challenges.

Licensed Stern title; blocked from Farsight licensing due to Zen's existing digital license

19-table collection shipping on Nintendo Switch retail in September; first Star Wars game on Switch; includes exclusive Galactic Struggle metagame

Upcoming Zen Studios release for Nintendo Switch scheduled September 2024; driving Zen's Volume 5 release schedule

Zen Studios digital pinball table launching Sept 13 on Nintendo Switch; $30 USD (19 tables); separate app from FX3; Microsoft IP licensing with 'absolute laser focus' marketing strategy

First table announced for Arcade1Up cabinet; Zen Studios title; Q3 2020 release window

Zen collection with 15+ tables; hosts criticize repetitive licensed music across tables reducing audio flavor/differentiation

Stern Pinball game; one of the top-earning games at Electric Bat Arcade according to Rachel Bess

Recently vaulted (delicensed) Stern title; was primary theme for attracting new players; cited as major market gap D&D must fill

Stern pinball machine (Pro model) released in 2025, code version v0.85; features character selection, multiplier management, planetary modes, multiball variants, and apparent end-game code issues

Case study: update failure caused by bad network cable; took two months to diagnose after ROM and SD card testing

#2 performer at Green Bay location; used for comparison to Pokemon's potential market reach

Steve Ritchie design; initially poor art; later redesigned by Dirty Donnie with comic book aesthetic; improvement contrasted with Led Zeppelin static approach

Stern title; Premium model shipping now, Pro model launching this/next week; no production planned until late 2025

Stern Pinball title previously owned by Amanda and husband; sold due to repetitive gameplay

Stern Disney/Lucasfilm property; one run annually; example of strategic IP relationship driving production

Premium and Comic versions delayed from April to late July/early August due to parts delays

Stern title designed by Steve Ritchie; referenced as example of high-budget license limiting mechanical development

Recently vaulted Stern title; identified as top-performing theme for attracting new players; absence creates gap for D&D to fill

Recent Stern pinball release referenced in artwork comparison, suggesting Michael Bernard created exceptional Premium art package for Jaws compared to Star Wars.

Recent Stern release; licensing restrictions vary by film episode; Return of the Jedi clips limited due to artist likeness rights; discussed as example of complex licensing negotiations

Referenced as example of Steve Ritchie design with wire form mechanics dropping near outlane (design inspiration for Predator)

Stern title being vaulted; described as 'one of the top-selling games ever'; guaranteed seller being removed from production

Recent Stern release that Josh had $1,000 deposit on but cancelled; described as having weak LE sales

Recent Stern release mentioned in context of audio upgrades and LE features; discussed as example of sound importance in modern games.

Stern game receiving mixed reviews; hosts debate quality with Bruce criticizing shot geometry and plunge design while Ron and Zach defend it; features configurable multiball saves (up to 4 on plunge)

Stern Pinball title designed by John Borg; Rochester Co-op launch event will feature pro original Star Wars alongside Mandalorian LEs on September 11th

Stern Pinball title where 007 scoring achievement shows 0.0% community completion rate despite difficulty

Stern game; receives mixed community reception; Pro model generates debate; hosts play and discuss

Stern title; toppers currently limited and hard to find; discussed regarding manufacturing constraints

Stern game updated to version 1.23 in January 2023; production schedule indicates return to production in second half of 2023

Stern game that implemented action button mechanic before Pirates of the Caribbean; received criticism for this feature; Keith Johnson notes this beat JJP to the mechanic

Recent Stern release with action button criticized for interrupting flow; features TIE fighter mechanic and multiplier menu navigation

Rumored Stern Pinball next major release; described as 'heavy rumor' for Expo announcement; has promotional artwork showing 'palm copper' topper design

Recent Stern pinball release designed by John Borg; successfully implements movie clips on Spike 3 platform, used as positive comparison to Walking Dead Remaster

Stern game Wood references for left orbit layout that Pokemon replicates

Stern Pinball title; used as comparison for lack of community enthusiasm and momentum

Stern release with generic side art similar to Walking Dead remaster; previously criticized by Walt

Newly released Stern game; not available in Europe due to licensing issues; previous iteration criticized for design flaws

Recently released Stern pinball machine; issues confirmed: Death Star shot rejection, shooter launch rattle present on multiple LE units at Kickback Bar

Stern release; experiencing Death Star bracket/rail reject issues; code at .85 version; selling well despite mechanical issues; LE sales bumped post-Expo

Upcoming Stern game; officially teased with minimal information (logo-only trailer); theme expected to be original trilogy (Episodes IV-VI)

Stern's recent $13K+ LE release; criticized by hosts for lacking mechanical depth and artistic innovation compared to Beetlejuice; booth traffic notably lower at Expo.

Stern game mentioned for CPU board swap troubleshooting comparison

Confirmed upcoming Stern release featuring Original Trilogy (Episodes 4-6); positioned as major 2025 title

Stern game with Spike 3, criticized for using Special Edition clips, lacks standout playfield features

2025 release that sold well through Christmas; described as strong performer

Unannounced/recently revealed Stern title; heavily restricted marketing due to NDA; subject of hype discussion and expectation management theory

Upcoming Stern Pinball game; John Borg and design team speaking about it at Expo

Recent Stern release. Don avoided all leaks and experienced official reveal in Stern conference room. Mentioned in context of shot design philosophy (AT-AT mechanic criticized as inferior to Medieval Madness castle).

Stern release; ~50 units at Expo; mediocre reception; LE pricing dropped to $10,500-$11,000 from MSRP; no collector appeal; successful operator earner; secondary market saturation

Recently released pinball machine; primary focus of episode review. Theme praised, mechanics criticized as simple fan layout.

Recent Stern release; repeatedly criticized by Kaneda for poor screen integration, art package quality, and theme execution

Stern's latest major release; $13,000 price point; subject of extensive critical review

Stern game; heavily criticized for cheap appearance, rushed design, uninspired layout; 30 units on Expo floor

Upcoming Stern release designed by John Borg; expected end of August/early September; major industry event; King Kong's poor sales suggest accelerated release

Upcoming Stern release by John Borg; mentioned as important next game for company

Stern release heavily criticized for rushed development, poor topper design, weak mechanics ('B-level mechs'), and missed potential on biggest IP

Stern release characterized by Kaneda as 'dead on arrival' with performance concerns

Criticized as mediocre, rushed, poorly designed; decapitated C-3PO callout, ineffective AT-AT mechanic, magnetic save telegraph mechanics, poor artwork quality, improper big screen utilization. Secondary market depreciation expected (LE losing $3-5k value).

Stern's $13k game; subject of major criticism over pricing, marketing delays, and potential mediocrity despite IP strength.

Recent Stern release characterized as sales disaster; LE units failed to sell even 777 copies; experiencing Death Star shot quality control issues

Stern Pinball's 2025 Spike 3 flagship title; subject of critical review as underwhelming and overpriced

Stern's upcoming machine launching in one week (from episode date); positioned as biggest IP and highest expectations; Kaneda predicts it will be mediocre/just another Stern game

Upcoming Stern release; Kaneda confirms original trilogy focus via insider source

Incoming Stern release, reveal expected September 8-9, 2024; Kaneda predicts all 770 LE units will sell but criticizes lack of meaningful LE differentiation vs Pro

Upcoming Stern Pinball release designed by John Borg on Spike 3 platform; Star Wars (sequel trilogy aesthetic) themed; scheduled for media day September 10; pricing $13,000 LE, ~$10,000 Premium, ~$6,700 Pro

Newly launched Stern machine being criticized for rushed development, poor marketing rollout, licensing approval delays, and predicted mediocre reception

Stern's latest release heavily criticized for poor design, cheap appearance, embarrassing armor design, dated Expression Lighting, and failure to justify premium LE pricing

Recent Stern release criticized as mediocre, designed by committee with internal politics; Kaneda calls it a 'flop' despite having premium IP; prime example of Stern's strategic dysfunction

Recent Stern release; criticized as humongous disappointment; major IP failure example

Recent Stern release; Kaneda characterizes it as 'mediocre'; cannot be sold in Europe due to Disney licensing restrictions; only game being shown at Expo 2025

Recent Stern release criticized for poor playfield artwork, ineffective mechs, screen implementation issues, and generally disappointing execution despite premium pricing.

Stern game criticized as mediocre and rushed; Kaneda suggests better strategy would have been Keith Elwin designs staggered across Original Trilogy

Stern title; cited as mediocre game that would have sold 10x better if it were the only Star Wars pinball

Recent Stern release; did not sell well; has fan-layout with some tight, frustrating shots (Death Star shot issues); part of sales weakness prompting rushed Walking Dead launch

Recent 2025 Stern release; criticized for barren playfield, rushed 8-month design cycle (John Borg), B-level mechanics; LE selling for $10k (MSRP ~$13k) in secondary market

Recent Stern release experiencing manufacturing quality issues (Fall of the Empire rails, Death Star bracket rejections); fixes documented in video

Stern title; released online; multiplier concerns during reveal stream; missing topper after 1 year

Modern Stern release criticized by Rhodes for poor theme integration and ineffective Hyperspace Loop mechanic compared to Getaway supercharger

Stern game currently in market; topper accessory still unreleased months after game launch

Data East game designed by Borg/Tim Seeley; pivot from dinosaur theme; features Death Star mechanism, R2-D2 model, airbrush backglass; presented to George Lucas at Skywalker Ranch

Being vaulted; Star Wars Comic Edition also vaulted; suggests potential future limited re-releases

Stern release coming March 2024 Pro/Premium; no additional 2024 production runs planned; first production since August 2022.

Stern game vaulted; sells moderately due to strong theme but inventory accumulation; variant (Star Wars Comic Art) also vaulted.

Stern game planned for 2024 release; mentioned in production schedule context

Currently in production; rumored license discontinuation/discontinuation not yet officially confirmed; Pro and Premium models in question.

Stern title; code V1.20 posted by Dwight Sullivan; added to Stern Insider Connected Network with tweaks

Recent Stern release; Travis owned one and preferred GNR over it despite being a Star Wars fan; referenced in GNR vs Stern comparison.

Upcoming Stern release designed by John Borg; original trilogy IP; features Death Star playfield element; rumored to include improved mechanical implementation vs. prior Star Wars games

Stern game criticized for poor mechanical design and three ball saves on single ball; hosts call it 'a turd'

Stern release; comic book art variant available in December production line for Pro/Premium models

Recent Stern release; criticized for poor plunging mechanics, excessive kickouts, weak shooting game design; negatively received at Rock Fantasy Winter Open tournament

Dwight Sullivan-designed game; hosts suggest it represents his better work; mentioned as game people 'go straight into multiball'

Cited as historical precedent: major license that did not convert to significant new pinball machine buyers despite large mainstream appeal

Recent Stern release designed by Steve Ritchie; criticized for overuse of action buttons (TIE fighter mechanic), licensing restrictions limiting design freedom, and lack of compelling gameplay despite strong shooting mechanics.

Recent Stern release; designed by Steve Ritchie; features character selection (Martel, R2-D2, Leia, etc.) with unbalanced competitive strategies; multiplier reduction mechanic; discussed as 1.5 years old

2019 Stern release mentioned as cornerstone game; host notes sales comparison vs. Dial In regarding Twippy awards

Recent Stern release designed by Steve Ritchie; uses 'flow layout with stop-start rules' design philosophy; initially poorly received but warming to players as they learn rules

Licensed Stern game receiving regular code updates; mentioned as part of regular update cycle

Recent Stern release described by Genghis as 'huge disappointment' and most significant negative point about Stern games

2017 Stern release still in production; Pro version heavily stripped (missing hyperloop, metal ramps, death star shot); hosts recommend Premium/LE for home, Pro acceptable for location operators based on theme draw alone

Existing Star Wars pinball games heavily criticized by Genghis as poor quality and disappointing (#2 on dream list)

Mentioned as price-competitive alternative to home editions in $5,000 range

Recently released Stern game designed by Steve Ritchie; Elwin contributed to code testing and tournament mode optimization

Zen collection with remaining tables recently released to complete the series

Arcade One-Up cabinet experiencing pricing and availability volatility; announced VR table content

Game being moved to vault with limited production run of Star Wars Comic version in response to demand

Major upcoming Stern release; confirmed designer John Borg; includes Jabba the Hutt sculpt; media day September 10

Stern Pinball 2025 release designed by John Borg; features Death Star shot bricking issues; criticized for overwhelming screen callouts and lack of theme integration; Premium priced ~$8,500

Stern Pinball 2025 game being streamed and discussed; featured multiple times with mixed but improving reception

Stern Spike 3 flagship title by John Borg; criticized for QA issues, safe design, playfield chipping, mechanical failures; media day revealed issues.

Stern Pinball game being played in tournament at Outlanes; subject of detailed mechanical and rules commentary

Stern Pinball comparison point; criticized as difficult and less approachable than Pokémon; features whirlpool ramp mechanism referenced in design discussion

Stern Pinball game pending licensor approval; primary focus of episode; no confirmed release date; will be at Pinball Expo; subject to NDA for media creators

Stern release with Pro and Premium versions playable at York; poor artwork quality criticized; Pro model preferred over Premium for playfield flow

Stern pinball game at Helicon; second-most played by brewery owner

Newly released Stern machine; subject of detailed review; well-coded but lacking mechanical wow factor

Rumored next Stern platform game featuring original trilogy (episodes IV-VI); potentially designed by John Borg with Costco distribution

Recent Stern release; weak sales despite LE exclusivity; 770 units produced; still in stock ~2 weeks post-launch

Data East pinball game designed/mechanically engineered by Borg; original concept was Jurassic Park; Borg created DIY R2-D2 toy from whiffle ball

Comparison point for Winchester gameplay; characterized as having better flow but boring fan layout; depicted as reliable operator money-maker

Stern Pinball licensed title at Bowlero location