Elvira's House of Horrors is a Stern Pinball premium pinball game released in 2019 featuring the licensed Cassandra Peterson character and personality. The game is known for its open layout, strong rules implementation, and excellent shooting mechanics. Multiple editions have been released (Signature, Limited Edition, and a 40th Anniversary Blood Red Kiss Edition in 2023), though the game was controversially vaulted by Stern despite reportedly strong sales performance.
New Elvira pinball game is now available at Nub's Pub
Elvira will arrive at Flippin' Out later this week and stream Monday
Pinball machine mentioned in final rankings; Dr. C prefers this to Rush
Pinball machine; mentioned as beloved by Foghorn Leghorn; generates recurring location play
Pinball game Don owns and has customized with foil decals; example of Premium edition purchase strategy
Host plays on 5-ball setting to allow deeper mode exploration and 'Gappy Angry' feature engagement
Pinball machine purchased by Ruben and Angie after entering pinball community
Stern Pinball game; Kaneda uses as example of game that received multiple premium variants destroying collector value
Pinball game at Pinbrew Fest tournament; appeared in every session; George reported poor performance on it
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Referenced as example of pinball game with sexualized artwork that Don uses for comparison to Alice's art style and household display concerns
Previous Dennis Nordman design; praised by Kaneda as well-executed and fun; contrasted with Galactic Tank Force's poor execution
Stern pinball machine; Don building custom topper as alternative to official Stern version
Stern Pinball game; toppers returning late August 2024; Dennis speculates this signals potential future game production
Classic pinball game mentioned; discussed during location visit, someone ('TJ') inspecting under the hood
Stern pinball series; Elvira 3 is speculation target for next announcement; previous release had issues
Stern Premium game; discussed as example of design compromise and maintenance issues; LE version had ball guide and VARC misalignment issues; Premium version had missing post issue on house mechanism; complex animated toy prone to problems
Classic pinball game; Don planning to use crypt from this machine as mod in Legends Arcade of Valhalla
Stern title Ron played at Rock Fantasy, compared to Mystery Science Theater aesthetic
Pinball machine; George interested in potentially renting if available locally
Stern limited edition (199 units); $15,000 distributor price; $25,000 reported resale price; playable at upcoming Pintastic event
Stern game with 200 LE and 400 unit editions; second edition caused collector backlash regarding rarity perception
Stern pinball machine; host had previous QC issues discussed in past episode; contacted George Gomez about problems
Pinball machine George and Dave played together at Pintastic; Dave's first time playing
Pinball machine with similar back-heavy layout to Venom but with better side playfield features (crypt, trunk, gargoyles)
Stern reissue with multiple trims; criticized as color/artwork changes on existing premiums sold at inflated LE prices
Pinball title (manufacturer unclear); one of three games Zach cannot keep in stock; planned for future streaming
Stern Pinball game, part of host's personal collection
Pinball machine recently acquired by Bill from Flippin' Out; discussed during stream regarding code development and gameplay improvements
Referenced as design source for leaper target mechanic used in X-Men pro version
Jersey Jack Pinball machine; brand new at time of 2019 Expo; featured at JJP Game Exchange party
Pinball machine available for play at Jurassic Beats party
Stern Pinball game referenced for comparison in shot layout and enjoyment factor
Cary enjoys gameplay but disagrees with pricing; one of few games he might 'flip 180' on
Hypothetical/satirized subject of $1,000 topper in skit
Pinball game featuring Cassandra Peterson call-outs; won Best Call-Outs at Twippy Awards
Released 200-game edition followed by 400-game edition; 400-game edition created unexpected backlash due to rarity expectations (counterintuitively, smaller run perceived as more valuable); community feedback shifted perception
Stern pinball game requiring specialized apron kit for Insider Connected retrofit
Stern game nominated for Twippies
Pinball machine played briefly at Boxcar during 4/20 visit
Pinball franchise; host mentions new Elvira game at Nub's Pub; previously considered most timely franchise before this year's Black Knight release
Stern pinball machine recently acquired by hosts; experiencing multiple mechanical issues including deadhead failures and broken rubber
Stern pinball machine; hosts planning to purchase; game discussed in context of Stern Insider Connect achievements
Stern pinball machine being restored by hosts; experiencing recurring mechanical failures with deadheads popping off and glass installation issues
Stern pinball machine owned by hosts; had customer service issues that were resolved; subject of recent machine maintenance and plastic/part purchases
Stern boutique pinball; $500 price increase; long wait times (fall delivery quoted); used as example of customer experience frustration
Host's personal machine with broken fourth deadhead feature; getting maintenance with newly acquired pin snake tool
Host's personal machine being maintained; subject of repair troubleshooting discussion
Pinball machine in hosts' regular play rotation, ball count adjusted between 3 and 5 for different challenges
Pinball machine in hosts' collection; classic game featured alongside Melody and Gary Stern standees
New Stern game launching during Pinball Expo 2019; Cassandra Peterson's appearances boosted excitement for launch
Stern pinball game referenced for comparison; Ken owns an Elvira machine and notes outlane adjustment complexity
Spooky Pinball title arriving at Flippin' Out later this week; scheduled to stream Monday Night Pinball; Ken has limited playtime but community response reported as positive.
Pinball machine theme with a dedicated shrine area in the museum featuring Elvira-branded items and artwork
Stern pinball (Elvira House of Horrors); #10 earner at Electric Bat in 2024
Stern title; March production listed on leaked schedule; full waitlist at distributors; key mystery for Q1 announcements
Stern game expected to be produced after Godzilla Premium production run completes; shaping up for March release
Production wrapping up; mentioned as preceding Foo Fighters Pro rollout on Stern's manufacturing schedule
Don recently acquired; undergoing customization project at Pinball Refinery
Stern Pinball game in Don's collection; Don recently acquired and installed shaker motor; featured in recent livestream
Recently played by Christian Lines at local bar after work shift; positive reception
Stern pinball release; listed alongside Jurassic Park as successful recent title.
Classic pinball machine; Ed Vanderveen has custom topper for this game
Top-secret art project Franchi is working on; not pinball-related; has had three previous pinball games; Franchi producing Freddie Mercury poster merchandise unrelated to Queen pinball
Upcoming Stern pinball table with comic-style artwork, premium-only pricing (no Pro model), designed by Greg Ferez and another designer, features Circus Voltaire-style upkicker and interactive mansion/crypt elements
Pinball Arcade title; discussed regarding non-family mode unlock complexity
Multiple Elvira machines at The Flipper Room in dungeon and old school sections; noted for artwork
Referenced classic pinball game featuring multiball extend mechanic that influenced 007's Jetpack multiball design
Stern game that unexpectedly received new wizard mode code update
Stern title with second-longest pre-order backlog after Godzilla Premium; pricing unchanged for three years despite no production
Vaulted Stern game (House of Whores); Premium variant low stock at Stern; accessories (topper, shooter knob) discontinued; no future production planned
Stern pinball coded by Lyman Sheets; produced after Batman 66; Sheets may have worked on post-release content
Stern pinball in extended development (3-4 years); originally designed by Dennis Nordman; expected October release window; unclear if timeline/design maintained post-Nordman
Stern Pinball 2019 studio game (premium/limited focus); referenced as complement to cornerstone titles in Stern's product strategy
Stern Pinball game with Cassandra Peterson voice talent; scheduled for late 2018 or early 2019 release
Pinball machine recently added to Neil's club collection
Recent Stern release; prone to crashing (previously unusable); received code improvements; recently added wizard mode
Black-and-white Stern title; host's reference point for in-person black-and-white aesthetic impact; LE value decline reference
Pinball game referenced as having magnetic leg line accessories
Pinball machine that Rebecca Hinsdale won as the grand prize for winning a SHUI competition.
Stern Spike 2 game; subject of code update question; confirmed still in active development category
Example of post-launch limited edition variant that Stern is discontinuing practice of releasing
Stern game with Premium version receiving $500 price increase; 6-8 month wait times
Stern pinball by Limey Sheets; Zach borrowed briefly via temporary swap, loved it but concerned about long-term retention
Stern Dennis Nordman design; code .94 overhauled Gappa Angry mode; Zach praises as golden pinball moment; surpassed Batman 66 on Pinside Top 100
Stern classic title receiving new code update v.92; ongoing code support and maintenance
Referenced as positive example of video clip integration and campy presentation approach; Ultraman compared favorably to this
Third Elvira pinball game announced for October 2019 release (by Halloween); confirmed by Cassandra Peterson.
Pinball machine in development/recent release; code updates pending; strong shot layout praised by hosts.
Character/personality featured in game
Character/IP basis for the pinball game; historically associated with Cassandra Peterson
Scared Stiff protagonist; design ambiguity regarding modesty modifications for VR vs. classic presentation
Pinball classic requiring modesty censoring; hosts speculate it could be natural fit for Pinball M mature platform
Recent Stern release between Jurassic Park and Stranger Things; fan layout design; described as simpler/more accessible than Jurassic Park
Stern premium/Kapow title; hosts discuss why it may be delayed/skipped in release cycle; appeals primarily to pinball enthusiasts, not general pop culture audience
Added to vault program; Elvira 40th down 35% overall and 32% year-over-year
Game referenced as being vaulted by Stern despite strong sales
Referenced as design comparison for smooth plastic ramp gameplay feel similar to Cuphead
Chris Granner's game; featured speech synthesis challenges with CVSD chip limitation preventing proper 'S' rendering
Multiple Elvira editions mentioned as available at The Flipper Room venue
Stern Pinball game with limited motion topper features (pop-up crypt mechanism)
Stern Pinball fan layout (full title: House of Horrors); average play time 24m
Pinball machine recently discontinued; hosts purchased NIB unit and are financing acquisition through dedicated savings plan
Third-worst performing game at Green Bay location; hosts expect recovery
Stern pinball game, major reveal at 2019 Expo
Stern game, ranked #5 in best-looking machines (anniversary edition)
New premium Stern pinball game themed around Elvira (Cassandra Peterson character), with Signature/LE tiers
Example of Stern's contradictory messaging (said never more LEs, then made 3-4 versions)
Licensed character and personality featured in the game
Stern 2019 release; praised by Ryan for excellent shooting mechanics: 'this is this shoot's fucking amazing'; reference point for quality layout
Stern Pinball's latest release; Limited Edition units have begun shipping; praised for open layout and strong rules implementation
Example Spike 2 LCD game with special bottom arch integration for connectivity kit
Licensed personality; participated in game via video; character appears on LCD screen
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