Rush is a 2022 Stern Pinball machine themed after the Canadian rock band Rush (featuring Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Ed Lifeson). Designed by Steve Ritchie with code by Raymond Davidson, it features complex album-tying button mechanics, a time machine ramp system, and song mode progression. The game was released in Premium and Limited Edition variants and achieved significant popularity, winning Game of the Year, with its license renewed for additional production runs.
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On Rush, instruments activate perks when shot behind drop targets, unlike Walking Dead
Lighting a mode grants a 2x shot multiplier (rainbow record effect)
Hitting the same record twice does not collect it; only blinking records count
Time machine requires three hits on default settings to raise and qualify multiball
Game owned by collectors; mini-tournament held in Milwaukee with tight tilt bobs
A 2022 Stern Pinball machine themed after Canadian rock band Rush, designed by John Borg, featuring Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson callouts
Pinball machine recently purchased by Mike Dus
Stern Pinball game coded by Davidson; features progressive combo mechanics developed in collaboration with John Borg
Stern pinball game themed around Rush band; coded by Raymond Davidson; features loop-based rule concepts from John Borg
Pinball game designed by Tim Sexton; features three-bank instrument targets on left side copied from Time Fantasy's time shot mechanic
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Three different time machine multiballs exist: Fly by Night, Subdivisions, and Red Barchetta
Rush was the most-played game in Spooky Pinball lunchroom history
Spirit of Radio mode value can be increased up to 500% through gameplay
Rush pinball code is complex but rewarding and has strong design depth
One Little Victories multiball is a victory lap mode not required for wizard mode qualification
Rush features three Time Machine Multiball variants: Fly by Night, Subdivisions, and Red Barchetta
Rush pinball was designed by Steve Ritchie with code by Raymond Davidson
Far Cry multiball can be started without a mode running, allowing players to build mode records during multiball
Color-matching mode selection in Rush allows players to progress through gameplay without fully understanding the mechanic
Rush pinball is intentionally designed to be accessible to new players while offering deep strategic gameplay for experts
Far Cry multiball is the primary scoring focus on Rush at Indisc 2025 due to medium lock difficulty and 8-shot Time Machine requirement
The Rush Premium Edition's time machine magnet, clock, and ramps are functional but not particularly innovative compared to other recent Stern titles
Band member involvement in voice callouts and production direction produces more authentic and enthusiastic performances than typical actor voice-overs
The Rush ruleset was confusing for casual players at launch and required code updates to improve clarity
Rush's sales success is primarily driven by code quality and ruleset depth rather than theme or layout appeal
The central playfield artwork of the three Rush band members was poorly executed and represents a weak point in the game's visual design
Rush was designed by John Borg with code by Tim Sexton and Raymond Davidson
Rush toppers have not yet been produced or shipped to distributors despite armor, shooter rods, and expression lights shipping.
Rush shooter rods contain air bubbles in the resin that are a manufacturing byproduct but do not significantly impact functionality when lights are on.
Rush topper with spinning cogs costs $1,699 and expression lighting side blades cost $500
Rush has transcended themselves and become a staple of culture
The band selected 16 of 20 proposed songs for the game
Frenzy is a new scoring mode exclusive to toppered Rush machines
Rush won Game of the Year at TWIPYs
Rush code v1.10 includes Concert Mode as new gameplay
Rush won Best Music with 60%+ of vote; public component alone was nearly 70%
Rush is mechanically more forgiving than Rick and Morty, featuring post-pass and dead-flip capability
Custom dice shooter rods for Rush can be 3D-printed and installed with minor modifications for fitment
Rush pinball is becoming increasingly popular among elite tournament players
Rush has complex rule set in a good way for players willing to invest time
Rush pinball has a defective dual-scoop design causing community-wide playfield damage requiring third-party protective solutions
Aluminum foil protectors were included in early Rush shipments but customers removed them due to causing additional problems
Blue bumper revision was attempted as a fix but failed and photos circulated online
Production pressure and cost concerns drove decision to oversizing bumpers rather than properly re-engineering the scoop
Rush pinball's scoop design has required at least three revisions
Rush's code is still in development at time of recording and requires additional work
Rush is the newest machine on the block in the venue
Rush was in very early pre-production build stage when played at London Funland Arcade with numerous unfinished features
Rush scoop protectors are bending/degrading after just a few games of play
Rush has 40 million estimated worldwide album sales
Secondary market pricing for Rush LE is hovering around $14,500-$15,000 before machines even ship
By 1980, there were already seven Rush albums out
Rush pinball is expected to release in the very near future
Rush Limited Edition at $11,100 lacks meaningful innovation and represents poor value for collectors
Rush is more of a niche band compared to Metallica or Guns N' Roses in terms of mass appeal.
The Rush band was directly involved in recording call-outs and sound design, with band members in the recording booth
Stern Pinball title; referenced by chat participant J Coolstars picking up machine.
Pinball game Tom previously considered top-tier; now potentially ranked below Harry Potter by Tom
Stern Pinball release; debated difficulty level (Carl thinks harder, Martin thinks easier than Godzilla); features pop targets and drop targets as risk/reward elements.
Stern Pinball title mentioned as Keith Elwin's previous work before Jaws
Designer Ray Day's game; has configurable flipper settings including left-flipper-controls-both and reverse left/right controls; Dave has not played it since last podcast (zero times)
Stern Pinball game; currently leading GOTY contention in Kaneda's view; superior shot design compared to Toy Story 4; Kaneda predicts Venom will surpass it
Stern pinball machine with official topper released; Don received and was satisfied with product; Hans created album cover playfield mod for it
Stern game released January 2022; praised by Spencer as 'nicest shooting game' from Stern; rock band nostalgia theme
Modern pinball game; becoming popular with elite tournament players; Ray Davidson requesting Classic Pinball Podcast coverage; Dave uncertain about quality
Pinball game owned by Dave, being considered for replacement with El Toro
Stern game with John Borg layout and rules by Tim Sexton/Raymond Davidson; Jeff's most-played personal machine with tough setup
Music-themed pinball game; described by Chuck as 'Dynamite'
Game Jeff owns and played in TPF tournament; performed poorly; illustrates machine-specific variance curse in tournament play
Stern pinball featuring Canadian rock band, code by Tim Sexton with humor elements and deep rule set, Limited Edition version exists
Stern Pinball game; toppers being rerun September 2024; originally sold so well orders bled into second run
Recent Stern release; designed by Tim Sexton and Raymond Davidson; strong code and feedback; Borg layout; popular with non-fans; code still in development
Licensed game; comparison point for Toy Story 4 vs family appeal debate
Stern game; Expression Lighting on LE only (not Pro/Premium); Scott confirmed can be installed on Rush Pro; discussed pricing implications
Stern game; toppers finally shipping after long delay; model for accessory-driven pricing strategy
Pinball machine Dave is expecting in late February; Dave purchasing Pinwoofer sound system upgrade for it; PJ also getting Premium model
Stern Pro/Premium with grooves for Expression Lights already routed
Stern Pinball game with art by Mike Barnard; features Pro/Premium/LE cabinet art variants; Pro has cartoon concert scene, Premium has satellite snowfield, LE has steampunk-inspired design
Pinball machine receiving custom backglass mod featuring eight albums with LED lighting; subject of Don's review
Recent Stern music pin; mentioned as LE with expression lights and sculpted logo; compared to Foo Fighters
Stern pinball game with $1,700 topper option; LE version available; highly regarded by Don
Stern Limited Edition; Don purchased at $11,000; now $13,000; has $1,800 topper with moving parts
Stern Pinball game; received code update adding 2112 mode playable from beginning
Pinball game with innovative light-up ramp toy
Stern pinball machine; won Game of the Year (likely 2023); production halted with no near-term rerun plans; toppers not yet shipped; shooter rods contain air bubbles
Stern steampunk-themed game; Don has integrated topper on order ($1,700); used as contrast example of meaningful topper integration vs Godzilla
Upcoming Stern pinball machine based on Rush band; designer John Borg; rumored late Dec 2021 announcement; expected 2022 shipment
Music-themed pinball machine by an unnamed manufacturer; won an award; Dr. Dave sold his copy after rapid secondary market saturation; over 20 units listed for sale simultaneously on Pinside
Pinball machine owned by George, played frequently at Pintastic 22, well-regarded by other players
John Borg design with Ray Day code; described as sleeper hit with complex rules; praised by Jason
Stern game; designed by Ray Day and Timmy; Carl just purchased Premium; Premium version features additional ramps and shots compared to Pro; received early primer video coverage
Pinball game played during Stern tour social event
Stern title being discontinued; receiving one final production run before cessation
Stern game referenced; mode entry requires lighting records (non-standard mechanic).
Stern pinball machine; production ending with no new units to be manufactured (per Ray Davidson); Dave previously owned and sold a unit
Pinball machine described as having complex rule set, Tom's favorite game, initially received criticism for difficulty in understanding for novice players
Stern Pro/Premium models discontinued; MAP restrictions removed, allowing dealer clearance pricing
Stern title; code v0.93 update adds Cygnus X1 wizard mode, challenge modes, achievements; major backorder title
Stern band-themed release cited as competing option with some LE allocations remaining in distributor inventory.
Newly released Stern pinball machine featuring rock band theme; Premium tier product with price point ~$10,000+; has known cliffy issues affecting shot quality; designed with no traditional left ramp; code by Raymond Davidson
Stern title designed by John Borg; experiencing critical scoop durability issues; multiple mod iterations in progress; Scoop Mod 4.0 announced
Rush-themed pinball machine by Stern Pinball, subject of the accessories trailer
Stern music-themed pinball expected in the very near future; George anticipating arrival and needing to make room
Stern title; noted as code-complete at launch, contrasted with games requiring extended updates
Pinball machine title; subject of official trailer (corrupted transcript prevents further analysis)
Canadian rock band whose music and IP are featured in the promotional content and likely in pinball machines being launched.
Canadian rock band and IP theme for the Rush Pro pinball machine
Canadian rock band themed pinball machine released in 2022; championship game selection in Game 6
Rock band whose music and intellectual property appear to be the theme of an upcoming or announced pinball machine
Stern Pinball game; topper accessory released ~1 year after game launch at $1,699; Dave recently sold his copy
Stern Pinball machine based on Rush band; central focus of episode; features time machine mechanism and scoop design issue
Stern pinball machine; newly released; based on Canadian rock band Rush; has code updates and rule sheets; scoop protector durability issues
Most recent successful Stern release before James Bond; last game to generate significant excitement
Stern pinball machine with code by Raymond Davidson, predecessor to Foo Fighters, notable for aggressive multiplier stacking in early versions
Stern pinball game that Elliot Eisman worked on
Recent Stern pinball game by John Borg; host predicts will win most Twippy awards; described as 'masterpiece'
Stern pinball game released 2022, three-flipper layout, magnetic ball lock feature, complex rules, honorable mention for GOTY
Stern pinball machine; Josh owns LE version with topper and speaker accessories; shooter rod criticized for size and weight
Upcoming Stern pinball game; Canadian rock band theme; 1,000 LE units produced and allocated; Dave purchased one LE; George purchased one LE
Referenced regarding band member voice acting vs. professional voice actors
John Borg design; won pinball game of the year; potentially won by default due to lack of competing standout titles
New Stern Pinball machine themed around the progressive rock band Rush; features 16 songs with live concert footage, ~114 total songs accessible in game, complex rule set balancing simplicity with depth, multiball mechanics, and skill shot arcade features.
Stern Pinball title themed around rock band Rush; Kaneda praises music/integration but finds gameplay unrevolutionary
Stern Pinball title; criticized for weak art package, inadequate scoop design, and newly added hideous blue rubber protector sleeves; called 'boring' with recurring issues
Recent Stern title; compared unfavorably to Godzilla; experiencing supply constraints
Stern pinball machine owned by Josh Roop, had opto issues requiring parts, recently got back to working condition
Stern release at $11,000 LE; $9,000 Premium; $6,700 Pro; Kaneda questions value proposition
Stern machine; subject of NinjaCamp Mod improvements discussed
Canadian rock band licensing machine to Stern; members involved in voice work and creative direction
Stern game; priced at $11,000; part of recent price escalation trajectory toward James Bond at $13,000
Licensed pinball game that met expectations, minimal complaints except scoop protector issue
Upcoming Stern Pinball machine; teaser expected December 27th; host anticipates coverage
Canadian rock band, subject of Stern pinball machine, active since late 1970s with diverse album aesthetic
Stern pinball machine. Don owns Premium version with Neil Peart drumstick mounts he designed. Discussion of toppers and customizations.
2022 Stern release that Kaneda voted for in multiple Twippies categories (Best Toys/Mechs, Best Sound, Best Rules); noted as distributor inventory challenge despite quality
Upcoming Stern pinball machine based on Rush band, releasing imminent to podcast date
Recent release; available cheaper on secondary market than new; example of soft secondary market conditions
Stern Pinball game; code designed by Raymond Davidson; released with accessibility issues, resolved through extensive post-launch updates; surprise commercial success; implements time machine mechanic and Icarus multiplier
Stern game that won Game of the Year award but was not brought to TPF 2023 despite designer John Borg being present; selling so fast manufacturer cannot maintain stock
Stern Pinball game based on Rush band; designed by John Borg; announced this week; already sold out; features 17 licensed songs
Stern Pinball's last released game (December release); described as 'snoozefest' by Kaneda
Stern pinball machine released early 2022; themed on Rush band; receiving 'okay' reception with theme-dependent appeal
Stern licensed rock music game criticized as poor theme choice; Don argues Rush has no casual fans and should not have been licensed over more popular bands
Pinball machine owned and recently sold by Don for $12,500 after two days on Pinside
Stern Pinball game generating significant community excitement as sole major release in January-February 2025
Stern Pinball music game; ranked #5 worst art package; criticized for simplistic character designs and lazy art execution
Stern Premium Edition not selling at $9,000 price point; cited as example of inventory sitting on dealer floors
Pinball machine at venue where Tim got his pants caught on adjacent machine
Stern Pinball rock band game; currently in stock; sold well
Modern pinball machine referenced as design comparison for lock mechanics
Stern game with Insider Connected leaderboard support; mentioned in leaderboard feature overview
Recent release; five machines reported at Helicon Brewery Pittsburgh; not expected in Australia until mid-2025 at earliest
Stern pinball machine that Tim acquired by selling Pirates of the Caribbean; Tim was heavily engaged in playing it at MGC
Recent release, unpopular theme, available in distributor stock; symbol of market fatigue and decreasing scarcity
Pinball game the host expressed interest in playing; influenced by watching Raven's stream
Mentioned as new code release; IE Pinball expresses interest in pulling/streaming it next week
Recently released Stern pinball machine; experiencing scoop protector durability issues in early production
Stern pinball machine available for sale by IE Pinball host
Stern rock band theme; recently released; Rachel played at Fox City tournament; positively reviewed despite pre-release Austin Powers comparisons
Recent machine at Helicon in Pittsburgh that Tim Dan Lee played; he scored 900M and 800M in initial plays; later played with heavy tournament pitch setup (9 degrees) limiting scores to 80M
Tournament game designed by John Borg; notable for punishing skill shot and fast setup at this event
Pinball machine featuring call-outs by band members Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson
Example of auxiliary node installation; stepper motor driver board
New Stern Pinball machine, recently released, subject of detailed gameplay critique by Jessica
Classic pinball game by John Borg that Walt uses as design reference point; D&D compared as unfinished prototype of Rush
Stern Pinball machine; George owns Limited Edition version; currently in Stern's allotment available for purchase
High-complexity rules game; George notes it represents maximum rules complexity he finds enjoyable
Stern AC/DC-themed Limited Edition pinball machine; was broken for 16 weeks before repair
Stern pinball Limited Edition game currently being streamed; George is selling his copy
Stern pinball machine (Limited Edition model), actively being played on stream
Stern Pinball Limited Edition machine; featured and played during stream
Stern pinball machine George recently sold (3 days prior to stream); considering repurchasing due to positive experience
Stern pinball machine in Limited Edition form being played during stream; Canadian rock band themed game
Stern 2022 release; themed on Rush band; John Borg layout; raydaypinball code; praised for complexity and storytelling; slow sales initially, then strong growth; accessories delayed
Stern Pinball machine by John Borg; Kaneda argues it was good for Rush fans but lacked broader appeal compared to James Bond
Stern Pinball machine based on Rush band; subject of Kaneda's first impressions
Keith Elwin design; referenced for code complexity and Michael Bernard art style comparison
Prior pinball game with Mike's artwork; Hardy considered first artwork impressive
2022 Canadian rock band-themed pinball machine by Stern, designed by John Borg
Stern Pinball's 2022 game themed after the Canadian rock band; features time machine ramp system, expression lighting on Premium/LE, and upper flipper accessibility as design strengths.
Stern pinball machine that is the subject of the comedic skit; depicted as having persistent scoop/bumper design problems
Stern Pinball game referenced as having received a topper that was well-received despite the game being treated as 'the black sheep'
Stern game with documented chipping around scoops; referenced as historical precedent
Pinball game (implied Stern, John Borg designer) with shooter rod featuring logo-on-face design similar to Metallica Remastered shooter rod
Stern pinball game experiencing widespread scoop chipping issues from ball rebounds on beveled edges
Recent Stern Pinball release; received code update fixing scoop sound issue
Recent Stern game; hosts enjoy it but lack strong replay motivation compared to John Wick
Pinball game reviewed at RPC (Richmond Pinball Collective); beat up reviewers
2022 Stern Pinball machine themed after Canadian rock band Rush; features time machine progression mechanic, multiball stacking, and album-based combo systems. Currently being vaulted (discontinued production).
Stern pinball game; essentially discontinued with no runs planned into 2024; license expected to expire without renewal
Pinball game being discussed negatively as potentially worst game
Recent Stern Pinball release designed by John Borg; won PIA awards alongside Godzilla; Amanda has not yet played
Stern pinball machine; Tony rates it lowest (15th), finds layout frustrating; layout issues present in both Pro and Premium
Stern pinball machine with complex rule set and musician-focused theme; code reached 1.0 status; host's favorite recent Stern release
Pinball machine. Topper noted as awesome and worth the money, contrasted with expensive Godzilla topper.
Stern pinball game; pricing baseline for Bond Pro/Premium models
Stern pinball game reveal featured in Episode 158; ranked third most popular episode of 2022
Stern pinball game being re-released in Pro/Premium versions; previously had strong sales/reputation
Music-themed pinball machine recently played by hosts at Pizza West; music by Rush band
Stern pinball machine; cited as example of strong code design (Ray Day) overcoming weak band appeal
Pinball title at Holy Moly Brewing; heavily customized with topper and expression lines; ~1,500 plays on new playfield
Stern Pinball music-themed game, part of Stern's music pinball catalog
New cornerstone Stern Pinball title based on Canadian rock band Rush
Stern pinball game; Joel compares Guns N' Roses LE gameplay structure unfavorably, noting Rush had 'so many things' vs. GNR's sequential building/playing phases
Stern Pinball's cornerstone release at time of EAG 2022; displayed in both Premium and Pro models
Stern Pinball game with official topper priced at $1,699.99 MSRP; used as pricing comparison
Licensed pinball machine with Pro and Premium tiers; license active through 2024
Stern pinball game subject to unverified rumors about production discontinuation
Stern pinball machine that won Game of the Year at TWIPYs; subject of topper and accessory releases
Stern pinball machine; topper production complete, shipping soon
No planned production runs in 2023 as of article date, subject to change
Band whose theme is featured on the pinball machine and collectible pack
Stern Pro (2022) machine at Living the Dream Brewery
Modern Stern Pinball machine receiving '2112' final wizard mode via code update; based on Rush prog-rock band; one of company's newest releases.
Stern machine whose cabinet art was previously identified in a Factory Friday video before official release
Stern pinball game used in prototype demonstration of Kodelia system
Stern Pinball game in Premium tier; on production line as of late June
Stern Pinball game (Pro version); in Jackbar lineup
Stern Pinball machine recently added to Rock Fantasy lineup
Confirmed in production; 2022 cornerstone title
Stern Pinball game with Cliffy scoop protectors in testing phase
Stern pinball machine with OEM scoop durability issues prompting aftermarket protector development
Stern Pinball's latest game, Premium version being manufactured
Newest machine in Mr. Wonderful's Palace lineup
New Stern Pinball machine; Pro version now available at Logan Arcade
Stern pinball game currently in production, subject of author's positive commentary
New Stern pinball machine celebrating the Canadian progressive rock band; available in Pro/Premium/LE models
New pinball machine by Stern featuring progressive rock band Rush IP; featuring Insider Connected integration
Stern Pinball game; Don owns Limited Edition; subject of custom dice shooter rod mods; praised for forgiving mechanics and post-pass capability
Don is giving away free drumstick holder mods he designed for Pro/Premium/LE versions
Stern pinball game; Don's current game of the year choice for 2024; available in Pro/Premium/LE with foil cabinet art, steampunk gear armor, and mirrored black glass on LE; Deep Purple-themed; subject of 3D-printed drumstick holder mod
Referenced as example of music-themed pinball game design approach
Music-themed Stern pinball (January 2022); expression light kits unavailable since release despite LE production; Don owns LE; Pro had expression light mounting capability
Game of the Year award winner; accessories launched with motorized gear-based topper featuring new 'Frenzy' mode; won multiple Twippy categories
Stern pinball title mentioned in production schedule context
Stern pinball; shooter rod priced $179-189; Don used spare Rush shooter rod on Stranger Things; lit shooter rod comparison
Pinball machine at DK Effect
Stern pinball machine; removed from Naps inventory due to low league engagement; sold to local operator
Stern rock-and-roll themed pinball machine in home collector's Utah collection; Erika played and achieved 'blowup' (game over/lost all balls)
Spooky Pinball pinball machine themed after Rush (band); just received 1.0 code update with significant gameplay rebalancing
New Stern Pinball release; designed by John Borg; 16 official tracks, 600 voice callouts; three tiers (Pro $6,999, Premium $9,000, LE $11,100)
Stern machine; Insider Connected tournament coincided with Nick's acquisition; top score recorded at $18 billion with video documentation
Referenced for scoop design issues; Ninja Crew vs Stern fix comparison to potential D&D dungeon scoop accessibility
Prior Stern game with Node 10 issues; game discontinued quickly then revived; referenced as production caution
Newly released Stern Pinball machine designed by John Borg; Canadian prog rock band theme; sold out 1,000 LE units immediately at $11,099 MSRP; Pro ships early next week, LEs end of January, Premiums in February
Recent Stern Pinball music-themed release by Ray Davidson
Stern game with topper currently complete and waiting for production window per John Borg
Rumored John Borg-designed Stern pinball machine featuring Canadian prog rock band; expected announcement within four weeks; heavily rumored to be released late 2021 or early 2022
Stern Pinball's 2022 game announced with teaser December 28, 2021; band-themed machine expected to reveal early 2022
Stern Pinball game by John Borg; counting as first Cornerstone of 2022; receiving code updates (V.89)
Stern game released ~1 year ago; Expression Lights accessory still pending despite being overdue
Stern Pinball announced game; trailer viewed by hosts; awaiting Stern Army email announcement
Stern Pinball game; Pro model scoop protectors experiencing widespread failure; Pro line production halted; causing customer dissatisfaction and non-playable machines
Stern Pinball release with extensive aftermarket accessories announced including topper, lighting, and armor upgrades
Stern game with recent code update (v102); code complete, ongoing tweaks to modes
Stern Cornerstone pinball game revealed December 2021; designed by John Borg; features motorized ramp, dual scoop, time machine magnet, drum clock; Pro/Premium/LE (1000 units) configuration.
Music-themed pinball game; Tremonti's pick in bracket as winner over Weird Al and others
Progressive rock band. Shane Jackson is an Iron Maiden superfan but group discusses Rush in context of Neil Peart's drumming complexity and modern pinball machines.
Post-Godzilla Stern release; considered unsuccessful compared to Godzilla standard-setting
Stern pinball game; Pro edition resumed production; LE production starts end of week; Premium run begins February 21; affected by 7-10 day supply chain delays
Recent Stern pinball machine with complex action button mechanics, designed by John Borg; subject of Raymond Davidson's tutorial and competitive depth analysis
Stern Pinball title with scoop protector failures in Pro models; OEM replacements in testing; new code V.88 released
First Cornerstone 2022 release (December reveal); experiencing scoop durability issues requiring multiple design revisions; significant backlog with 2023 delivery expectations
Stern Pinball game experiencing scoop protector QC failures; three revisions of protector attempted including latest 'blue airbag' foam solution; community frustration mounting
Stern title; John Borg design; ongoing scoop design failures; community using Mylar strips as temporary fixes; refusing to play until repairs available; Stern releasing Scoop Mod 4.0 from Raymond Davidson
Stern title receiving v.93 code update with Cygnus X1, Challenge Mode, Clock Bonus; April production run shipped; estimated 6-8k unit backorder
Stern pinball game; code updated to V1.01 after Expo; topper still not released/seen
Stern game; shooter rod and armor accessories shipping; topper and expression lighting kits in production
Stern pinball title discontinued; final production run planned; topper supply inconsistent and frustrating to dealers
Topper production run scheduled September; Expression Lighting Kit no timeline; game receiving YouTube review
John Borg-designed prog rock title canceled in 2022, now rerunning October 2024 in Pro/Premium versions due to persistent collector demand
Stern Pinball title; Pro units shipping earlier than expected late August/early September; Premium units planned for September
Speculated Stern pinball title accidentally leaked via whitewood/side art photo containing Rush album cover imagery
Vaulted Stern title; accessories (topper, shooter rod, side armor, Expression Lighting System) discontinued; only 2 Pro units, 0 Premium units remaining in stock.
Stern Pinball band game winning Best Music (60%+ judge/public vote), Best Callouts runner-up, making top three in multiple audio/music categories
Stern Pinball game; trending up with rising secondary market desirability and Pinside Top 100 rankings climbing above multiple classics
Recent Stern release; subject of production updates, quality control issues with center scoop, multiple code updates
Rumored next Stern release designed by John Borg; expected before Christmas 2021; widely confirmed by sources
Canadian rock band with 19 studio albums; heavily involved in pinball licensing and song selection
Stern game lent by Zach Minney to Joel; initial negative experience; tournament players and designers (Ray Day, Timmy) praised code quality; designed for depth over casual appeal.
John Borg-designed Stern pinball machine; owned by Zach; Joel currently streams it but plans to return it; has different ramp specifications on Pro vs Premium/LE
Stern pinball that Carter has developed competitive code knowledge; mentioned as preferred game by Travis's son
Referenced as game with meaningful drop target mechanics similar to King Kong's design approach
Stern band-themed pinball; referenced as unavailable Premium variant in distributor inventory
Stern Pinball title; did not feature trophy system or XP mechanics despite success of other designer-specific features
Modern pinball game with abstract color-based rules that Bowden finds confusing and difficult to master
Stern pinball returning to production in October with Pro and Premium models; hosts debate whether it's a cornerstone release
Stern Pinball game with scoop design defects; code at .96 with second wizard mode (Cygnus 2); 10GB update requiring high-speed internet
Stern Pinball machine; recent release with Pro version available; featured Zach Fry's scoop foam modification at launch party
New Stern Pinball machine revealed; based on Rush band; available in Pro, Premium, and LE tiers with varying features.
Unreleased Stern Pinball game; widely rumored to be next major release; side art spotted in leaked photo; expected 500-700 LE units with distributor pre-sales already full
Stern's new game launched early January 2022; band-themed with songs; pre-production software played at Funland Arcade; missing features like band videos and incomplete lighting at early stage
Stern game with major code updates (0.96, 0.97); new wizard mode, challenge mode, and secret feature added in May 2022
Keith Elwin-designed pinball machine won by Dalton at Wizards World 2022, features record shots and Time Machine multiball, code praised by Dalton
Stern Pinball game; subject of Mezel Mods modifications with steampunk aesthetic based on 2012 tour
Canadian rock band; Ron will be attending Rush launch party for upcoming pinball game; referenced as cultural touchstone.
Stern Pinball game with launch party scheduled March 5 at collective
Rock band whose music and theme forms the basis of Rush Pinball game
Canadian rock band spanning multiple decades, featuring Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Ed Lifeson; subject of Stern Pinball machine
Stern Pinball title; referenced for snuffer block design on scoop shots; used as mechanical design comparison point for Harry Potter's superior scoop accessibility.
2022 Stern game designed by Steve Ritchie with code by Raymond Davidson; referenced as inspiration for Metallica Remastered LCD technology; featured concert footage integration
Stern game by John Borg/Lyman Sheets (Rush fans); won Game of the Year; license renewed; planned for additional production runs
Stern game used in hypothetical advance announcement example; part of 2020-era Stern release slate
Stern pinball machine based on rock band; expected release before end of 2021; subject of high fan expectations
Stern Pinball game referenced for comparison regarding playfield artwork and band member artwork positioning
Stern game NOT being vaulted, kept in active production
Stern Pinball title praised for foil accents on cabinet; represents era of premium LE finishing standards Don wants restored
Stern Pinball game used in sudden death tiebreak, Mike won against Teolis
Part of Ken La Point's apartment collection; one of three remaining machines from original seven
Stern game at tournament section; owned by Mike Todd of Speed City Records
Stern Pinball game designed by Steve Ritchie; themed around Rush rock band; features complex song mode progression system and multiball mechanics; subject of gameplay and analysis
Stern pinball machine; ranked #5; featured for left time machine to right flipper combo with version-specific mechanics (Pro dead-end vs Premium/LE upkick)
Stern pinball game; Fall of the Empire's center ramp mechanic (up/down movement) compared to Rush's time machine ramp
John Papaduke game referenced for center shot mechanic similarity to Fall of the Empire
John Borg design known for pop bumper clusters; Star Wars pop bumper placement discussed as unconventional departure from Borg's typical style; Death Star ramp compared to Rush ramp width
Stern John Borg design; complex code; one of Borg's best layouts despite polarizing theme; referenced as difficult but rewarding
Stern release featuring John Borg's signature right ramp design
Stern Pinball machine featured in video title
Stern Pinball game; reference point for Michael Barnard's prior artwork
Referenced multiple times; source of borrowed mechanics (vuck shot, Yoda magnet feature); comparison point for foil embellishments on LE
Stern Pinball title; Don purchased LE from Butch's Game Garage; Don had it available for recent play
Stern Pinball machine themed after Canadian rock band; subject of rules tutorial
Stern pinball game with complex album-tying button mechanics; mentioned as example of advanced player depth
Music pin designed by Steve Richie with code by Raymond Davidson; mentioned as example of Davidson's prior code work
Stern 2022 music pin, John Borg design; Host 1 top 5 selection despite disliking the band; same playfield layout as X-Men but better flow
Previous Stern/game; referenced as most-played in Spooky lunchroom; acquisition context
Stern Pinball release (Rush Alley); Australian LE pricing ≈$16,500 AUD; reference point for pricing escalation analysis
Upcoming Stern Pinball machine themed after the Canadian rock band Rush
Licensed music-themed game in Stern Vault; completely sold out