AC/DC is a classic Stern Pinball machine designed by Steve Ritchie, released in the early 2010s and considered one of Ritchie's favorite designs by the pinball community. The game features challenging wizard modes (notably a difficult Encore mode) and has maintained strong secondary market demand with Premium/LE models selling in the mid-to-high four figures ($14.5k for LE units as of 2025). The title has generated significant remaster speculation within the community, with rumors of a 2026 Stern remake planned despite already having approximately 6,000 machines in circulation.
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ACDC became potentially Stern's best-selling game ever despite initial negative reactions to its artwork
ACDC's Rock and Roll Train mode prevents the left ramp from diverting to the cannon, instead feeding directly to the left flipper
Steve Ritchie-designed music pinball; Kaneda lists as having great layout and flow
Steve Ritchie-designed Stern game (2012); initially criticized for art ('Facey-DC'), became one of Stern's best-selling games ever
Stern pinball game referenced for comparison of captive ball/bell tower mechanics and tactile feedback quality
Stern pinball machine referenced as example of game that improved significantly with code updates
Pinball machine referenced as having lower playfield
Stern game where Premium outsells Pro tier; benchmark for games where extra features justify premium pricing
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Modern Stern pinball used in Yegpin Open Division; has Rock and Roll Train mode with different left ramp behavior
Stern Pinball title; frequently compared to Led Zeppelin for layout similarities
Stern music-themed pinball, Steve Ritchie design, criticized for playfield aesthetics but fun to play
Music pinball game Tony has enjoyed playing; discussed as layout-driven rather than theme-driven
Licensed pinball game by Stern based on rock band ACDC; Ritchie cites as example of broad demographic appeal and thematic integration
Used as comparison point for shot count; five major shots vs Star Wars' eight
Bruce previously owned with purchased topper (train-themed); used in discussion of customization and modification
Rock band; music used in host's custom pinball audio modifications
Stern pinball title; referenced for code update complexity (devil horn mode changes, VIP bell hits mechanic adjustments)
Stern pinball game with action button launch capability, cited as youth-accessible
Stern Pinball game with difficult Encore wizard mode; discussed as candidate for future minigame implementation
Premiums low-to-mid nines, LE $14.5k; strong demand ('selling like hotcakes'); potential remaster interest
Stern classic; subject of remaster rumors; Kaneda reports hearing it will be remastered (over KISS)
Stern title by Steve Ritchie; Martin identifies as favorite Ritchie design; had spring kit and air ball fixes for LE/Premium
Stern remake planned for 2026; criticized as valueless remake with 6,000 existing machines in market
Remaster planned by Stern; expected to be next after or alongside KISS remaster; source uncertainty on order