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Metallica LE

gameactive27 mentionsFirst seen Dec 29, 2014Last seen Feb 9, 2026

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Metallica LE is a game mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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Claims (7)

  • opinionhigh

    Metallica LE improves the original Metallica in art, sound (remastered stereo), flipper snap speed, and expression pedalbox

    Source: JoelTriple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 58 - We’ve been honeydicked
  • factualhigh

    Metallica LE machines are selling on secondary market for $17,000-$18,000 with ready buyers

    Source: KanedaSaturday Morning Spectacular - Nov 30
  • factualhigh

    Metallica LE is the only recent Stern game with healthy secondary market resale value; all others show significant depreciation

    Source: KanedaEpisode 1022: "BTTF Common Sense & Will JJP Ever Learn?"
  • factualmedium

    Metallica LE features virtual ball saves on both sides that can be earned

Recent Mentions (27)

  • Limited edition Stern release; secondary market demand remains strong; accessories recently announced

    Episode 1024: "Scalping Helps NIB Sales"Nov 20, 2024
  • Modern Stern Limited Edition pinball in Yegpin Open Division game bank

    Episode 4 - YegpinApr 29, 2019
  • Stern limited edition with only 500 units; sold out instantly; secondary market $15,000-$18,000; host argues this primed market for Evil Dead FOMO

    The Pinball Show Ep 184 BONUS: FOMO Vs. NOMONov 4, 2025
  • November release from Stern; new factory game with quality concerns; only Stern LE holding value

    Episode 1019: "Kaneda's En Fuego Monday Show"Nov 4, 2024
  • Identified as sole Stern game maintaining healthy secondary market resale value in current market

    Episode 1022: "BTTF Common Sense & Will JJP Ever Learn?"Nov 13, 2024
  • Recently released Stern title; experiencing extreme secondary market demand ($17k–$20k); overshadowing all other recent releases; original 2009 Metallica cited as best-selling Stern game ever

    Episode 1016: "The Best Friday Pinball Podcast In The World Today"

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Source: Tom (with uncertainty on earning mechanism)Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 57: We have killed ALL pinball sales, and Expo recap
  • factualmedium

    The new Metallica has a post on the left side that prevents drains, which wasn't on the original

    Source: Tom (with uncertainty)Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 57: We have killed ALL pinball sales, and Expo recap
  • factualhigh

    Metallica LE has UV ink on the redesigned Sparky mech

    Source: TomTriple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 57: We have killed ALL pinball sales, and Expo recap
  • factualhigh

    Crank It Up mode requires hitting all four major toys (Sparky, Snake, Grave Marker, Coffin) repeatedly in sequence

    Source: Jack (host)Day 2 of METALLICA Battle Week! Dec. 2014
  • Oct 25, 2024
  • Stern remaster of classic Metallica pinball; standout 2024 release with improved code, flippers, lighting, magnets, hammer toy; first LE in long time with profit-flip potential

    81: 2024 Review Megabanger!Dec 31, 2024
  • Stern pinball machine being extensively played and analyzed during Battle Week stream; focus on skill shots, multiball mechanics, and tournament strategy

    Day 2 of METALLICA Battle Week! Dec. 2014Dec 29, 2014
  • Example game referenced by Van Ness regarding collector progression in early 2000s ($2,000 price point at time)

    EPC2025 - David Van Es - Pinball NewsJun 1, 2025
  • Stern pinball machine; Nick was transporting one from WonderCon Anaheim to Vegas

    Bit Rot and Bug FixesApr 1, 2017
  • Stern pinball remake with new art, animations, code; 500 unit production; secondary market $15-18k pricing

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 57: We have killed ALL pinball sales, and Expo recapNov 2, 2024
  • Remake of original Metallica; arriving at Tom's house; praised as improved in art, sound, flippers, and gameplay

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 58 - We’ve been honeydickedDec 6, 2024
  • Mentioned as subject of future rumors to be discussed; played during Don's Midwest trip

    DPP #120 "Lets talk Wick...and Ohio"May 6, 2024
  • Recent Stern remaster praised for four node boards, enlarged magnets, UV lighting, and speaker quality; Scott considers it the best modern Stern

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 21Feb 16, 2025
  • Referenced as example of game where secondary market prices spiked ($16k+ from original $13k); used as comparison point for Pokemon LE speculation

    DPP #229 "Can you call yourself a Pinball Company if you can't make games?"Feb 9, 2026
  • Whitewood playfield auctioned at PAPA 22; John Borg's 50th pinball machine

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 29 - The Star Wars Fall of the Empire Special!Sep 12, 2025
  • Referenced as example of successful LE scarcity strategy with limited 500 unit production

    Saturday Morning Spectacular!Apr 19, 2025
  • Limited Edition that maintained and increased in value; selling at $17-19k secondary market

    Saturday Morning Spectacular!Nov 3, 2024
  • Stern Pinball title; mentioned as example of strong secondhand value retention; topper discussed in context of community excitement

    Saturday Morning SpectacularNov 24, 2024
  • Stern Pinball reference point; Walking Dead Remastered compared for secondary market premium potential and sellout speed

    Episode 1154: "Why TWD Remastered LE Sells Out"Oct 31, 2025
  • Stern's Spike platform redesign of original SAM-era game; comprehensive component and code updates; highly praised by hosts; premium pricing with wizard coin door toppers

    The Great British Pinball PodcastDec 22, 2024
  • Stern Pinball game purchased by Scott's wife; praised for animations and lighting; includes limited edition banner

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 18Nov 26, 2024
  • 2021 Stern release; experienced extreme FOMO-driven secondary market pricing similar to current Mando LE demand; included Sparky toy; market interest has cooled since release

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 1: Off the Record, On the RecordMay 19, 2021
  • Stern Pinball game with 500-unit limited edition run; referenced as comparable sales benchmark for Evil Dead

    We Are Pinball #16 "Evil Dead rules! Distro price gouging!"Nov 28, 2024
  • Modern pinball machine in Special Unlit Club inventory

    Episode 327: Peter BlakemoreDec 30, 2021
  • 2024 Stern remaster; 500 units; MSRP $13,000; secondary market $17,000+; centerpiece of giveaway and market discussion; compared favorably to Godzilla launch

    Saturday Morning Metallica Spectacular - Oct 26Oct 27, 2024
  • Stern Pinball premium limited edition remaster; only 500 produced; strong secondary market demand; $17k-$18k pricing on secondary market; Lyman Sheets design

    Saturday Morning Spectacular - Nov 30Dec 1, 2024