Avengers is a pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin and manufactured by Stern Pinball, featuring the Marvel Avengers theme. Launched in 2013, the game is known for its complex shot design including magnetic elements, multiple ramps, and stand-up targets. It occupies a moderate sales tier in the modern pinball market and has been referenced as a design benchmark by other creators.
The fan-created Avengers movie code mod from Pinside significantly improves the Avengers pinball game experience
Avengers is Eric Priebe's design with impressive theme integration including instruments as playfield toys
Avengers received two new wizard modes in the most recent code update including Thanos modes
Avengers (Keith Elwin design) features a power gem mode with extremely limited flipper counts that forces strategic shot planning
Stern pinball machine by Keith Elwin featuring a 180-degree ramp shot allegedly inspired by Jolly Park
Stern Premium pinball machine showing secondary market pricing at $11k
Pinball machine in arcade collection
Stern game Joel uses as comparison point; ranks below Jurassic Park in Joel's assessment
Elwin pinball machine; owned by Ted; featured in Tuesday Pinball tournament
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game; response to complaints about Jurassic Park difficulty; features classic shot layouts with non-intuitive shot destinations; designed under tight schedule with Raymond Davidson's rule help
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Host is planning Avengers comprehensive video review with updates every 100 plays once parts arrive
Avengers received negative reception primarily because of the tight Black Widow ramp shot
The Avengers LE at Free Gold Watch will only be available for one month before being moved to owner's personal collection
Avengers requires multiple shot hits for each character mode to progress toward multiball
Avengers requires extensive shot spam to complete character modes and reach multiball
The modified Avengers LE is heavily customized with relocated lock lights, modified Tesseract, and bidirectional ramp control
The Hulk ramp mechanic where the character lifts the ramp is a new mechanical feature
Stern pinball used as comparison point for mode grid selection mechanics similar to X-Men
Stern Pinball's newly revealed game featuring Marvel IP; praised for animations, wireforms, and overall execution; livestream revealed by Jack Danger
Confirmed Stern Pinball upcoming machine with Marvel Avengers theme
Referenced for varied art design across cabinet surfaces (front, sides, coin door) with different imagery per designer Zombie Eddie
Marvel IP theme announced by Stern on Friday (after Ball Pin predicted announcement date); Stern's next game according to official reveal
Stern game with pro/premium/LE variants; banana ramp vs spinner debate; Doctor Strange lift disabled for tournament play due to unfair multi-ball advantage
Stern pinball machine that George wanted to stream instead of Jurassic Park; mentions desire to acquire the topper
Pinball machine mentioned in discussion; IE Pinball indicates they have owned and enjoyed one
Spike two game released during pandemic; features soul gem collection, six-villain modes, hard mode scoring; used for tournament play
Streamer references having completed video content about Avengers pinball
Stern pinball reference; praised for intuitive design, multiple viable strategies, and compelling wizard modes; compared favorably to GNR
Stern game with Pro and Premium versions; Premium features spinning disc lock; owned by Tom Graff (LE version)
Stern game referenced in Pro vs. Premium debate; similar dynamic to Godzilla regarding mechanic additions reducing reliability.
Recent Stern comic book-themed release with Zombie Eddie art, identified as Travis's dream theme due to his comic book fandom.
Keith Elwin-designed pinball; features Avengers collecting mechanic; cited as designer credit/credibility
Recent Stern pinball title with Marvel IP; major marketing success and launch case study
Previous Team Elwin game at Stern; known for innovative ramp design that influenced Godzilla's ramp concepts
Stern machine; not performing well on location; high quality theme and music but weak playability
Pinball machine owned by tournament participant Ted; features Thor and Iron Man multiballs
Marvel IP; associated theme/IP for Captain America Anthem pinball machine
Intellectual property license featured in the Iron Man pinball machine
Stern pinball game in Tommy's location; held location earnings record before Hot Wheels; recently received code update
Pinball machine title; Travis mentions Cactus Jacks venue is waiting to receive one
Previous prestige Stern title; held 'twippie award' dominance before Guns N' Roses release
Jersey Jack Pinball game with wizard mode and gem collection mechanics; Taylor has beaten once
Recent Stern game by Keith (Elwin); both hosts purchased Premium versions; features Captain Marvel ramp fix; Taylor played at friend's house during pandemic recovery period
Stern Digital; Keith Elwin design; features gem-based ruleset with flipper-limited modes (power gem), vertical ball lock, anti-gravity ramp, praised for depth and ball flow
Pinball machine referenced as example of overly complex game that players still don't understand how to play
Recent Stern release, discussed for strong pro model sales to locations
Stern Pinball game featuring Zombie Yeti artwork; artwork criticized by Kaneda as one of Yeti's weaker packages
Stern release; comparative reference for animated theme without movie assets; King Kong predicted to follow similar declining interest pattern
Original Stern Avengers pinball machine regarded as a miss by community
2013+ Stern Pinball machine designed by Keith Elwin; Marvel theme; features Captain Marvel ramp (Premium/LE only), complex modes, soul gem flipper-count mechanic, multiple gem quests; central focus of this episode
Recent Stern release; receives more community buzz than Led Zeppelin; uses Marvel voice actors
Stern machine where Raymond worked on code with Keith; example of elegant multiball design (Thor multiball) that demonstrated simplicity over complexity.
Recent Stern pinball game; Jack says it has 'uniqueness that I haven't seen in a while'
Stern Pinball machine with Marvel license; completed January–February 2024; Jeremy's fastest turnaround featuring only two backglass designs due to time constraints.
Keith Elwin-designed game; Kaneda claims he designed it in less than a year as evidence of prolific output
Stern machine and topper mentioned as giveaway option and pre-release availability inquiry
Stern game from SAM era referenced as underperformer
Stern game; referenced as part of price escalation timeline preceding Rush and James Bond
Stern Pinball game featuring Packer artwork; initially approved for single backglass, Packer created additional variant within tight timeframe
Stern pinball machine; fan-created movie code mod significantly improves gameplay experience
Pinball machine used as humorous example of power drain scenario for unskilled players
Game at Star SPF where host finished third; host describes issues with multiball modes and ball control
New Stern Pinball teaser announced via video; rumored cornerstone machine based on Marvel IP; timing questioned due to production backlog; mixed community reception in chat
Stern game referenced for complex rule set and spinner frustration mechanics
Stern pinball game based on Marvel's Avengers IP; reviewed as feature-packed with strong art by Jeremy Packer
Stern pinball machine with custom movie asset modifications; subject of gameplay discussion and translite upgrade
Game mentioned as example of hype fading after new releases
Recent Stern release; in stock at many locations; example of game not holding value well
Pinball machine placed in Las Vegas hospital; child receiving chemotherapy happened to be wearing matching Avengers t-shirt when playing
Recent Stern game used as gameplay mechanic reference (portal lock multi-ball) for Kong's island lock system
Stern Pinball machine from 2012 with Marvel Avengers theme, featuring tight Black Widow ramp and character-based modes
Stern pinball machine in Serge's brother-in-law's collection (Premium Edition)
Stern Pinball machine, subject of the gameplay stream; has reported defect with shot triggering on ball one
2012 Stern Pinball game with Hulk and Black Widow editions; discussed as underrated game
Stern pinball game; discussion of Pro vs Premium Edition design trade-offs; Premium Edition criticized for Captain Marvel ramp slowing gameplay
Marvel's Avengers-themed Stern pinball machine, Limited Edition variant, approximately $10,000 retail price, designer Keith Elwin
Keith Elwin-designed game; referenced as example of complex code that rewards learning and proves quality-over-accessibility approach.
Referenced for spinning disc mechanic that Jaws will feature in elevated position above playfield in upper right
Referenced in theme comparison at end of review
Previous pinball game reviewed by hosts, referenced as last review; Jeremy Packer artwork
Arcade game referenced at opening
Stern Pinball title; code update confirmed by George Gomez but timing unknown
Stern Pinball game that also received a code update; referenced for ramp design features (thick ramp mechanics) compared to Deadpool
Stern pinball machine in development; newly announced; features artwork by Jeremy Packer
Stern pinball machine identified as prior year (2023) game-of-the-year favorite; now displaced by Guns N' Roses in Cary's ranking
Stern pinball game; Hardy speculates it would have been 2024 Game of the Year if not for Toy Story 4's release
Referenced as example of complex code that's fun to shoot despite players not understanding the mechanics.
Referenced as recent successful pinball release in skit setup
Stern Pinball game that revealed topper simultaneously with game announcement, establishing precedent Hardy notes Led Zeppelin follows
New Stern Pinball release featuring Marvel Avengers theme; focus of video critique
Stern game host recently acquired; described as 'flow monster' and 'dream theme'; host planning 75-100 game minimum before review
Stern pinball game referenced as selling exceptionally well in Premium tier; used as comparison point for multiball/combo gameplay
Stern Pinball machine used for Pin Clash tournament; featured in timed challenge format
Stern pinball machine owned by speaker; described as reliable despite some minor issues.
Stern release; host owns despite layout concerns; tesseract cube shot highlighted as example of satisfying/fun shot design
Stern Pinball game; host uses as example of 'magic under glass' via Avengers Tower magnetization mechanic and double super jackpot system
Marvel-licensed Stern Pinball title; visible behind host; establishes Stern's Marvel license access
Stern game nominated for Twippies; rules nearly beat Guns N' Roses in that category
Pinball machine (likely Stern) that host is reviewing; waiting for wire form delivery over a month delayed
Host's LE machine (~$9,000 cost) with three documented failures: wire form snap, bent disc, subway malfunction within 150 games
Stern Pinball game; received two new wizard modes in recent code update; award-winning rule set; strong positive community reception on LE/Premium versions; host considers it a dream theme
Stern Pinball game designed by Keith Elwin; praised for balanced single-ball and multiball scoring; host using as positive design exemplar for ruleset balance
Pinball game owned by host; undergoing repairs and planned for review in next podcast episode
Stern game experiencing wire form mechanical failure after 102 plays; subject of upcoming host review and ongoing durability testing series
Stern pinball game; directly compared to GNR; reviewer gives Avengers edge on gameplay, flow, and fun factor.
Stern Pinball game; center ramp shot design referenced as similar to King Kong's center ramp multiball lock mechanic
Keith Elwin game; respected but ranked below Iron Maiden, Jurassic Park, Godzilla on Pinside rankings
Marvel pinball game featuring Black Widow ramp shot; Deadpool design references similar shot layout; not universally praised for shot comfort
Stern pinball with known fragile wire form structure; breaks frequently at base; difficult and time-consuming repair requiring multiple playfield disconnections.
Stern pinball machine by Elwyn; Pro version acceptable; Dennis considers it his weakest Elwyn game overall
Referenced for missing tunnel lock feature on Pro model; compared to Mandalorian's feature tiering strategy
Stern pinball machine vaulted as of end of 2024
Machine used for one-ball side competition
Stern game referenced in rule set comparison with Godzilla
Stern pinball game; Craig owns one; has trophy system with gold-level difficult achievements; potentially mapping to Insider Connected achievements
Stern Pinball machine featuring Magna Grab mech (originally designed for Avengers but repurposed in Godzilla). Referenced for ramp design philosophy.
Stern Pinball machine; #3 earning game at Electric Bat Arcade with boost from being cash game of the month in August 2023
Stern Marvel pinball machines: 2013 'Avengers The Pin' and 2012 'Avengers'
Stern pinball machine; Pro and Premium variants scheduled for July 2023
Stern game; underperformed earnings expectations; steep revenue drop post-launch
Stern pinball game played by author during visit; author notes it's not one of the more popular Stern titles
Stern game featuring Sling Ring spinner mechanic; production runs scheduled July 2023
Modern pinball release mentioned as part of Arcade Amusements' lineup
Stern machine; Carl previously owned Limited Edition but sold it; mentions he'd have kept Premium version; describes as 'phenomenal'
Stern pinball game referenced for Soul Gem mode design that inspired Godzilla's King of the Monsters approach
Referenced as Gomez design with long left looping orbit similar to Bond; 2011-2012 version distinguished from original
Stern title; no Pro or Premium production planned for 2025
Pro and Premium scheduled for late July 2024; Avengers Infinity Quest topper reassembly in October
Stern Pro/Premium models changed to 'call for price' strategy for remaining retail inventory
Stern licensed game; Pro and Premium runs delayed due to parts issues
Elwin pinball; praised for multiple viable strategies, adaptable mid-game; soul gem mode as highlight
Stern game; Joel previously owned LE (described as 'Grail pin'), played it extensively at work, then sold it; considering Pro purchase; used as example of game good at multiple tiers
Stern machine; Travis sold his LE and is upgrading to Pro; played with subway disabled to match Pro experience
Referenced as example where players prefer Pro version over Premium due to shot consistency despite feature removal
Previous Stern game with keyhole exit design that Keith revised for Kong upper flipper
Pinball game; used in Metallica launch party finals as one of Zach's selected games
Stern title exhibited at Craft Brewers Conference in Minneapolis
Stern pinball machine; George Gomez wishes he had more time on Hulk and Black Widow cross shot elements
Stern Pinball machine based on Marvel Avengers IP; features character-specific playfield sections, Hulk LE toy, Tesseract spinner mechanics, and story modes centered on Loki antagonist
Stern game; Pro and Premium production scheduled early July
Stern game; referenced as comparison for Venom art; Raymond Davidson programming credit
Stern Pinball game referenced for comparison of Pro/Premium/LE sales ratios and feature differentiation
Keith Elwin design; host enjoyed despite not understanding rules; ranks between Jurassic Park and Iron Maiden in Elwin preferences
Stern LE machine that Zach owns; was temporarily swapped for Elvira in test swap arrangement
Elwin design; referenced for playfield layout comparison to Godzilla
Stern game; figurine (Hamburger Helper-style gauntlet oven mitt) production delays causing Mandalorian Pro bump and other accessory delays
Stern pinball machine owned by Tom; equipped with Pin Monk flipper fans
Stern game with disc mechanism compared to Bond 60th's redesigned disc; allows flipper-controlled disc positioning
Stern game; referenced for flexibility in rule design with gem selection mechanics allowing multiple victory paths; Travis reached wizard mode within ~30 games; praised for choose-your-own-adventure gameplay
Stern pinball game used in Pin Clash 2 competition, features gamma ray modes and spinner shots, latest code update includes cumulative spinner values
Stern Marvel pinball release; referenced as Travis's 'dream team' theme; example of A-tier Marvel character selections vs. Venom's secondary-tier status
Stern Pinball machine featuring Marvel characters (Thor, Hawkeye, Black Panther, Ironman) used for the championship challenge at Stern Invitational; features gem quest and various multiball modes
Keith Elwin Stern design; Marvel license; Pro/Premium versions have different toys/features (Captain Marvel shot in Premium)
Stern pinball game; second card created by McKay; features drop target and gem mechanics that McKay considers underrated; card design helped him love the game
Keith Elwin design where 10-second multiball ball saver was added via Rick Nagel
Keith Elwin-designed Stern game still in box awaiting setup; Elwin has customized the Infinity Gauntlet glove with Marvel runes and LKP inscription
Stern game with trophy/achievement system referenced as comparison to Jaws shark teeth collection mechanic
Stern game in Josh's collection displaying Jaws advertisement; serves as example for streaming ads in code
Earlier Stern Pinball game by Keith Elwin. Referenced as benchmark for design quality that George Gomez invoked to justify Kong's helix ramp cost.
Pinball game referenced for diverter/path direction mechanics used in The Matrix
Modern game reference with multiple stand-up targets requiring reflexive handling
Keith Elwin design; magnetic Newton ball was attempted but abandoned due to geometry issues; right ramp (big jump shot) is Elwin's favorite shot type
Stern Pinball non-fan layout; average play time 24m; referenced as consistently extending to hour-long games in tournaments
Pinball machine at Barcade Fidi, primary focus of David's play sessions
Stern game grouped with John Wick/Venom as moderate sales tier (not AAA seller)
Stern Pinball game for which Packer created art packages
Referenced as assetless themed game with minimal community engagement
Stern game discussed for LE/Pro balance issues; premium featured pop-up ramp that made Black Widow harder; premium cross ramp made multiballs too easy
New Stern Pinball game being launched; features Marvel Avengers theme
Mentioned in title - appears to be a pinball game based on Marvel's Avengers IP
Stern game; comparison point showing more complexity in shots, loops, magnetic elements vs. Pokemon
Referenced Keith Elwin game in designer comparison