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James Bond 007

gameactive57 mentionsFirst seen Jan 5, 2022Last seen Feb 13, 2026

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James Bond 007 is a licensed pinball machine developed by Stern Pinball, designed by George Gomez and released in 2022-2023. The game features content from six Sean Connery James Bond films with 24 main modes, 4 wizard modes, and 100+ achievements. It is notable for its complex nested licensing requirements (involving both Aston Martin and EON Productions/Bond licensor approvals) and has been used in professional pinball competition circuits.

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  • edition_ofJames Bond 007 (Premium)Edition variant: Premiumhigh
  • edition_ofJames Bond 007 (60th LE)Edition variant: 60th LEhigh
  • edition_ofJames Bond 007 (Pro)Edition variant: Prohigh

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  • affiliationManufactured by Stern Pinballhighfrom 2022-09-24
  • attributeContains 4 wizard modeshighfrom 2023-06-02
  • attributeContains 100+ achievementshighfrom 2023-06-02
  • attributeFeatures Aston Martin DB5highfrom 2024-05-25
  • attributeRequires nested licensing approvals from Aston Martin and EON Productionshighfrom 2024-05-25
  • attributeLicensed pinball machine based on James Bond franchisehighfrom 2022-09-22

Claims (8)

  • opinionhigh

    James Bond 60th Anniversary accessories are recycled from previous releases (same as Led Zeppelin and other games)

    Source: Craig Bobby and co-hostsThe Pinball Show Ep 132: Venom Revisited & Presidential Toppers
  • factualhigh

    James Bond 007 Pro and Premium tiers were shown at Expo running code 0.54; no LE or 60th Anniversary edition has been officially revealed yet

    Source: Jonathan Houston, Martin EvansPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast October 2022 recap
  • factualhigh

    All movie clips on James Bond 007 machines at Expo displayed placeholder: 'awaiting licensor approval'

    Source: Jonathan HoustonPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast October 2022 recap
  • factualmedium

Recent Mentions (57)

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    The Score Card: Pro Circuit ShowdownsNov 16, 2025
  • Stern pinball machine; George Gomez designer; announced/revealed during Queen Elizabeth period; expected September/October 2022 availability; premium and pro models with different playfield mechs

    Episode 4: Be My GuestSep 14, 2022
  • Recently released Stern game; cited alongside Foo Fighters as competing collector purchase for discretionary pinball spend

    Episode 824: "My Venom First Impression"Jul 19, 2023
  • Stern Pinball title; code 1.0 released; features wizard mode similar to Her Majesty's Secret Service

    Episode 941: "Kaneda Freak Out Friday!"Apr 26, 2024
  • Stern pinball machine announced Thursday with high-res images/video, mechanic score reels, Sean Connery theme, fourth tier of Bond IP, price estimated $25k-$30k

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 24: We Are ALL IN On Galatic Tank ForceOct 4, 2022
  • Stern Pinball title; scheduled December 2024; toppers and accessories shipping quickly

    The Pinball Show Ep 134: Rumor Fatigue, The Current Pinball Market Landscape, & Hogwash Pinball

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  • attributeFeatures six Sean Connery Bond filmshighfrom 2023-06-02
  • attributeContains 24 main gameplay modeshighfrom 2023-06-02
  • roleDesigned by George Gomezhighfrom 2026-01-04
  • statusUsed in Stern Pro Circuit Finals competitionshighfrom 2025-11-13
  • James Bond 007 early code had very little rule development beyond bird mode, jetpack multiball, and Q department mode

    Source: Jonathan HoustonPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast October 2022 recap
  • factualhigh

    Bond's backglass lacks James Bond/007 branding, with brand appearing only on arch and under coin door

    Source: Kevin ManningBDYETP 71: The One Where We Talk About James Bond (and review Godzilla)
  • factualhigh

    Bond Pro pricing only increased ~$200 while Premium increased ~$1,000, suggesting premium/LE targeted for flipper market capture

    Source: Kevin and NickBDYETP 71: The One Where We Talk About James Bond (and review Godzilla)
  • opinionhigh

    60th Anniversary Bond edition uses lazy graphic design (Photoshop compilation of movie posters) rather than original art

    Source: Nick LaneBDYETP 71: The One Where We Talk About James Bond (and review Godzilla)
  • predictionmedium

    James Bond will dominate 2022 Game of the Year, Theme of the Year, and Mech of the Year awards

    Source: KanedaEpisode 726: "If You Have 17, You Have 20"
  • Aug 1, 2023
  • Game mentioned in episode intro as something Zach got hands-on with at Expo; topper not yet released despite game being available

    The Pinball Show Ep 115: For Just The Cost Of 400 Cups Of Coffee + Tax, Shipping, & ElectricityOct 25, 2022
  • Limited edition pinball machine based on James Bond IP, 60th anniversary edition

    James Bond 007 60th Anniversary Limited Edition Game FeaturesJan 5, 2023
  • New Stern pinball machine releasing September 2022, Sean Connery themed, based on four films with Aston Martin mech

    FINALLY!!!! A NEW STERN! BOND!!!Sep 7, 2022
  • Stern pinball game that Elliot Eisman worked on as designer/programmer

    Episode 947: "John Wick Designer Revealed!"May 5, 2024
  • Stern pinball title at Domino Arcade; features spinner achievement mechanic; Gonzo played single game and praised it highly

    King Kong Pinball Machine Breakdown! Gonzo & Neil McRae Dive Into Stern’s Myth of Terror IslandJul 12, 2025
  • Stern Pinball machine (referred to as 'Bond'); used by Gonzo with Insider Connected app for progress tracking

    First Look! Stern’s Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye Pinball Machine Limited EditionMay 23, 2025
  • Stern Pinball game; collaborative work between MXV and Lonnie (programmer); precedent for post-release code evolution improving game quality

    🎙️ Chatting with MXV – Stern’s Wizard on Uncanny X-Men & John Wick code evolutionAug 4, 2025
  • Premium Edition pinball at Free Gold Watch with custom Premium Edition Plus modifications

    It's A "Cyber Race" VPX (Flux 2024)Jan 11, 2024
  • Stern October 2022 release; George Gomez design; code at 0.8 version; IP licensing constrains code approval; 60th anniversary LE variant planned

    SDTM: 2022 Pinball Review: The Best & The WorstJan 1, 2023
  • Stern Pinball Limited Edition 60th Anniversary game designed by Keith Elwin, revealed January 3rd, expected to drive baseline James Bond production

    SDTM: 2023 Pinball Sneak Peek: Rumors, Speculation, Dirty Secrets, & PredictionsJan 3, 2023
  • Upcoming Stern machine; Kaneda predicts high dealer markups following Rush precedent

    Episode 637: "Kaneda's Rush First Impressions"Jan 5, 2022
  • Stern Pinball licensed game featuring iconic Bond films; available in Pro, Premium (with jet pack toy), and Limited Edition variants

    This could DESTROY MY PARTNERSHIP!Apr 27, 2024
  • Stern's next release mentioned at video end; Hardy anticipates covering it in upcoming content

    I Competed in my First Tournament...Sep 12, 2022
  • Official Stern pinball machine celebrating James Bond film franchise with Sean Connery; cornerstone release with three edition tiers

    STERN OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES JAMES BONDSep 22, 2022
  • Stern pinball machine (LE version) present at Fort Worth location

    CIDERCADE FORT WORTHApr 11, 2023
  • New pinball machine line announced September 2022, featuring Sean Connery films, four variants

    Full Details on Stern James Bond Pinball Machine (Now Including High Res Pictures & Video)Sep 22, 2022
  • Newly announced cornerstone pinball title from Stern; LE variant being sold to All-Access members

    Stern Pinball Unveils Teaser for Next GameSep 6, 2022
  • Pinball machine; referenced for DB5 eject positioning compared to King Kong Cave VUK layout

    The 8th Wonder of the World: Stern King Kong TutorialMay 29, 2025
  • Pinball game with Australian-made wire form mod improving ball return routing from eject hole

    DPP #118 "Jaws bili, Wick coming, and some Blues"Apr 27, 2024
  • Stern Pinball licensed machine based on six Sean Connery James Bond films; gameplay reveal and design discussion livestream

    James Bond 007 Pinball Gameplay Reveal!Oct 19, 2022
  • Stern release with troubled launch due to licensor approval issues; machines demoed at expo before approval finalized; mentioned as cautionary tale of poor release coordination.

    Special Podcast Debut!May 17, 2024
  • Stern Pinball announced September 2022; three editions (Pro=Dr. No $7k, Premium=You Only Live Twice $9.7k, LE=Thunderball $13k); 60th Anniversary LE by Elwin (500 units); launch plagued by delayed announcements, leaked photos, bare code

    BDYETP 71: The One Where We Talk About James Bond (and review Godzilla)Oct 7, 2022
  • Stern Spike 2 game; discussed as example of George Gomez creative intervention improving a game

    DPP #165 "End of year with Phantom Tilt!"Dec 25, 2024
  • Stern Pinball's newest release featuring Sean Connery-era Bond films; three-tier release (Pro/Premium/LE) with distinct film themes; also upcoming Elwin 60th Anniversary edition

    The Pinball Show Ep 113: The Big James Bond 007 EpisodeSep 26, 2022
  • Stern Pinball title with 60th anniversary limited edition; Premium/Pro models planned for January 2024 production

    The Pinball Show Ep 119: Big Gifts, Big Prizes, & Big Stern Production UpdatesDec 19, 2022
  • Pro tier pinball machine by Stern

    James Bond 007 Pro Game FeaturesSep 23, 2022
  • Upcoming Limited Edition pinball machine themed around James Bond franchise's 60th anniversary

    James Bond 007 60th Anniversary Limited Edition Pinball Game TrailerJan 3, 2023
  • Licensed pinball machine theme for which accessories are being marketed

    James Bond 007 Pinball Accessories TrailerJul 6, 2023
  • Upcoming Stern Pinball cornerstone release announced September 13, 2022; Sean Connery-era theme with DB5, underwater/Thunderball elements; featuring George Gomez design, multiple surprise tiers rumored

    The Pinball Show Ep 112: Shaken SoonSep 12, 2022
  • Mentioned as game Zach played at Expo; topper for this game still not released

    The Pinball Show Ep 115: For Just The Cost Of 400 Cups Of Coffee + Tax, Shipping, & ElectricityOct 25, 2022
  • Stern Pinball release; experiencing production delays, disappointing market reception, second run pro/premium timelines shifting to Jan-Feb 2023

    The Pinball Show Ep 116: Fashionably InformativeNov 9, 2022
  • Stern Pinball game in Pro/Premium/60th Anniversary LE configuration; Pro models shipping late November/early December; Premiums and 60th Anniversary planned for January

    The Pinball Show Ep 117: DanksgivingNov 21, 2022
  • Pro/Premium scheduled December; gaining popularity despite early market dismissal

    The Pinball Show Ep 131: I Live My Life A Quarter Ramp At A TimeJul 3, 2023
  • Stern pinball with accessories receiving mixed reactions; accessories reuse designs from 60th Anniversary edition

    The Pinball Show Ep 132: Venom Revisited & Presidential ToppersJul 18, 2023
  • New Stern Pinball machine with official livestream premiere scheduled

    The Pinball Show: Top Stories - October 17, 2022Oct 17, 2022
  • Newly announced Stern Pinball game by Keith Elwin (60th anniversary edition), plagued by chaotic reveal, leaked images, mock-up confusion

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 24: We Are ALL IN On Galatic Tank ForceOct 4, 2022
  • Stern's licensed game nominated for Licensing International Awards in Best Product category; designed by Keith Elwin; includes 60th anniversary edition

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2023 recapMay 2, 2023
  • Stern Cornerstone title; received major updates 0.92 and 0.93 in June 2023 including 007 scoring, wizard mode, and 41 achievements; current version still in development

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast June 2023 recapJul 4, 2023
  • Stern game in development; version 0.97 released; near version 1.0 completion

    Pinball Magazine Pinball News Pincast October 2023 recapNov 2, 2023
  • Stern game running Code 0.54 at Expo; three versions themed to different Bond films (Doctor No, Thunderball, Goldfinger for LE); all movie clips awaiting licensor approval

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast October 2022 recapNov 4, 2022
  • Received code v0.8 update December 22nd; community perception of insufficient progress; still in early development phase

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast December 2022 recapJan 4, 2023
  • Cornerstone title at Stern with Pro/Premium/LE/Anniversary editions; early incomplete code as of November

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast November 2022 recapDec 2, 2022
  • Stern pinball game; McKay explicitly refuses to create cards for due to ongoing code development

    Episode 390: Jason McKayFeb 10, 2024
  • Modern Stern game mentioned by Jeff as long-playing but fun; example of accessible design

    Episode 58 - DEATHSAVESNov 25, 2024
  • Stern Pinball machine; title appears in content header

    James Bond 007 Premium Game FeaturesSep 24, 2022
  • Upcoming licensed pinball machine based on James Bond franchise

    James Bond 007 Pinball Game TrailerSep 22, 2022
  • Example cited by George Gomez for nested licensing complexity (Aston Martin approval, then EON Productions/Bond licensor approval); features Aston Martin DB5 and 'ninja booties' detail.

    Ep 138: Behind Stern's DoorsMay 25, 2024
  • Stern pinball game used in Pro Circuit Finals with 'Start Bird One Multiball' objective example

    The Score Card: Pro Circuit ShowdownsNov 13, 2025
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  • Stern Pinball game designed by George Gomez, subject of the tutorial

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  • New Stern Pinball game featuring six Sean Connery films, 24 main modes, 4 wizard modes, 100+ achievements

    James Bond 007 Pinball Making of VideoJun 2, 2023