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The Lord of the Rings

gameactive43 mentionsFirst seen Feb 19, 2012Last seen Oct 3, 2025

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The Lord of the Rings is a game mentioned in 1 episode(s).

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  • edition_ofThe Lord of the Rings (Limited Edition)Edition variant: Limited Editionhigh

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  • predictionmedium

    The Lord of the Rings would rank #1 if remastered on a modern system

    Source: SDTM HostTop 5 Greatest Pinball Machines From Stern Pinball (SDTM, 2025)
  • factualhigh

    The Lord of the Rings pinball is currently on loan to the host

    Source: Don't Panic Flip HostStream 656: The Mandalorian (Stern) Premium & Ape Out
  • factualmedium

    Classic games like Lord of the Rings were primarily routed to location operators in 2003, not sold to home collectors

    Source: Jonathan HallEpisode 118 Special Guest Kaneda?
  • factualhigh

    George is hoping to acquire The Lord of the Rings pinball machine and will find out next week if the deal goes through

Recent Mentions (43)

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    George Gomez and Stern 2018Jul 10, 2018
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  • VPX project that Astro was finishing while developing Die Hard Trilogy

    Die Hard Trilogy Preview - What if Die Hard Got a Pinball Machine!!Nov 22, 2023
  • Stern pinball machine featured in this gameplay stream; based on the Lord of the Rings IP with deep rules, long ball times, and complex modes.

    SDTM: Greg, Zach & Frodo gameplayAug 18, 2017
  • Stern pinball machine featured in bracket challenge; selected by both hosts as their pick in opening round

    Episode 51: Stern Bracket ChallengeApr 15, 2020
  • Highly traded machine; increased from $5,000 to $10,000+; known as long-playing game with high turnover in collections

    Episode 118 Special Guest Kaneda?Apr 28, 2022

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  • factualhigh

    The Lord of the Rings' ring magnet core levitates the ball at the center ramp and represents Gollum in Destroy the Ring mode

    Source: Zach SharpeSDTM: a pinball show Episode 28: Top 10 Magnets
  • Stern 2003 pinball machine with wizard mode involving destroying the One Ring in Mount Doom

    Learn to Pinball: Wizard ModesFeb 14, 2025
  • George Gomez design; ranked among Gonzo's top games; cited as one of few games better than Monster Bash; regular setup in his collection

    My New Pinball Machine | James Bond Pinball by Stern – First Impressions, Gameplay & Is It a Keeper?Apr 24, 2025
  • Jersey Jack Pinball machine; ranked #1; features Balrog toy mechanic and ring destruction feature; appeals to Erika as filmmaker due to film nostalgia

    My Top 5 Pinball MachinesNov 12, 2023
  • Jersey Jack pinball machine; magnet ring shot reliability issues documented across multiple locations; praised for exceptional jackpot callouts

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 223 - Precision GrumpinessDec 1, 2023
  • Game in host's collection; recently fitted with Precision Parts hybrid flippers; planned subject for separate video on flipper upgrades and impact

    24 Hours After the Reveal: Should I Get a Harry Potter Pinball Machine? FOMO is Strong HereJun 6, 2025
  • High-ranking game in Gonzo's top 5; noted for authentic call-outs using actual film dialogue from Ian McKellen and others; packed with toys and features

    Top 50 Greatest Pinball Machines: Monster Bash Ranked & Reviewed!May 5, 2025
  • Classic pinball game; host planning Thursday stream with guest Mary Beginners who knows this game

    Frank Thomas’ Big Hurt VPX (Premier 1995)Jun 18, 2021
  • Pinball machine George hopes to acquire; waiting to confirm purchase next week from stream date

    Stern X-Men LE (Magneto) Part 1Jul 27, 2019
  • Named worst upper playfield by Zach; criticized for lacking player control, nudge capability, and feeling weak despite being integrated

    SDTM Episode 43: Top 10 Pinball Upper PlayfieldsDec 6, 2017
  • Tom's favorite machine; he bought it without having seen the movies, watched all movies afterward; difficult wizard mode (Valinor) he'll likely never complete; provides endless replayability

    Straight Down The Middle: a pinball show Episode 8: Collector Interview (Tom in Indiana)Mar 24, 2017
  • Multiball pinball game temporarily in host's collection for ~1-1.5 months on loan (Escher's machine)

    Stream 655: The Mandalorian (Stern) PremiumAug 8, 2023
  • Pinball machine on loan to host; cannot be traded according to host statement

    Stream 656: The Mandalorian (Stern) Premium & Ape OutAug 8, 2023
  • Stern Pinball machine, praised for wizard mode complexity and smoother gameplay flow

    SDTM: a pinball show Episode 22: This or ThatJun 16, 2017
  • Classic/premium pin; described as 'the best game' with exceptional gameplay but poor aesthetics ('ugly as shit'); long ball times; currently played less than Pirates

    SDTM Episode 98: This Or That?Aug 4, 2019
  • 2003 pinball machine; considered by Zach as arguably the greatest pinball machine ever made; Data East release

    SDTM Episode 83: A Very Greg & Zach Pinball ChristmasDec 24, 2018
  • Keith/Jeff Johnson coded game; compared against Simpsons; praised for dark theme, gold aesthetics, and quest structure despite being nearly impossible to complete

    SDTM: a pinball show Episode 27: This or That? (Dialed In vs Star Wars and more)Jul 25, 2017
  • #8 on magnet list; features ring magnet at center ramp that levitates ball and represents Gollum in Destroy the Ring mode

    SDTM: a pinball show Episode 28: Top 10 MagnetsAug 2, 2017
  • Pinball machine purchased by Brad; first machine Jack Danger interacted with at his animation studio

    Episode 1 - Jack Danger / NYC Pinball + Sunshine Laundromat w/ Gina CollecchiaDec 23, 2024
  • Stern game used in comparison discussions about code depth; noted as having simpler foundational rules than Pirates

    SDTM Episode 52: Pirates of the Caribbean Pinball Machine Review - Deluxe Edition Part 2Mar 5, 2018
  • Jersey Jack title; longest-running machine in Hoagie's collection; exemplar of thematic immersion; eventually traded away; highly regarded for theme integration

    SDTM Episode 30: Collector Interview with HougieAug 12, 2017
  • Stern pinball machine referenced as example of direct-printed cabinet

    SDTM: Unboxing a TRON Legacy pinball machineAug 15, 2017
  • Pinball game; referenced as example of masterpiece that won't be diminished by new medieval-themed game releases

    Kaneda Exclusive! Pedretti Gaming's Next Title ConfirmedJan 2, 2025
  • George Gomez-designed pinball game, cited as part of his portfolio

    This could DESTROY MY PARTNERSHIP!Apr 27, 2024
  • Previously sold pinball machine from Dead Flip collection

    Day 2 of TWILIGHT ZONE Battle Week! - 2 / 2Dec 11, 2014
  • Pinball machine that first introduced Jack to pinball but didn't convert him; described as slow

    METALLICA (STERN 2013) 07/15/15Jul 17, 2015
  • Former machine in Brad Stark's collection, sold due to maintenance requirements

    SPIDER-MAN (Stern 2006) 05/25/15 (At a collectors home)May 26, 2015
  • First machine in DeadFlip studio; host didn't care for it; no longer in collection

    Metallica! Let's start the sub-goal towards the Snowball Mic Giveaway! #Pinball #Streaming 11/16/15Nov 29, 2015
  • Pinball machine at Dead Flip studio; deliberately configured with maximum difficulty; known for very long play times matching film length

    World Cup Soccer '94 (Bally 1994) 06/24/15Jul 2, 2015
  • Jersey Jack Pinball game; Jack's first pinball experience; did not convince him to like pinball despite strong theme integration; known for reliability issues (Hobbit variant).

    Guardians of the Galaxy Pinball Causal Gameplay! 5.2 BIL!Jun 25, 2020
  • George Gomez design; cited as part of his design legacy

    Deadpool Tutorial - Pinball GuideOct 3, 2025
  • Stern pinball by George Gomez; whitewood displayed at museum

    THE STRONG NATIONAL MUSEUM OF PLAYApr 17, 2018
  • Pinball machine brought to opening night reception for Pinball Famous exhibition for attendees to play

    PINBALL FAMOUSApr 10, 2019
  • Game subject of protective playfield accessory to prevent damage at Paths of the Dead mini-playfield/Hobbiton upkicker transition

    News in BriefFeb 19, 2012
  • Limited edition pinball machine; lot 929, highest single pinball game price at $15,500 hammer price

    MUSEUM OF PINBALL COLLECTION AUCTIONED OFFSep 27, 2021
  • Stern 2003 pinball machine in February 2016 inventory

    META-GAMES UNLIMITEDMar 9, 2018
  • Referenced as comparable game with standard ball lock mechanism

    GAME OF THRONES: IN-DEPTH REVIEWFeb 8, 2016
  • #2 on ranking; designed by Keith Johnson; White Star system; features Destroy the Ring mini wizard mode and Valinor wizard mode; rule set described as Johnson's greatest

    Top 5 Greatest Pinball Machines From Stern Pinball (SDTM, 2025)Mar 11, 2025