DEADPOOL REVEALED

Pinball News Website·article·analyzed·Aug 7, 2018

Analysis

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TL;DR

Stern announces Deadpool pinball with three pricing tiers, Nolan North voice, Zombie Yeti art.

Summary

Stern Pinball officially announces Deadpool pinball machines in Pro ($5,999), Premium ($7,599), and Limited Edition ($8,999) tiers. The game features voice work by Nolan North, hand-drawn art by Zombie Yeti, and gameplay centered around X-Men characters and Deadpool's trademark humor. LE production is limited to 500 units globally with exclusive cosmetic features including mirrored backglass, shaker motor, and vinyl LP soundtrack.

Key Claims

Deadpool Limited Edition limited to 500 units globally
high confidence · Official manufacturer announcement: 'The Limited Edition, limited to 500 units globally'
Nolan North provides voice work for Deadpool character
high confidence · Official announcement: 'Well known actor Nolan North stars as the eccentric voice of Deadpool'
Zombie Yeti created hand-drawn art for all three Deadpool game models
high confidence · Official announcement: 'hand-drawn art by renowned illustrator Zombie Yeti'
Game features motorized disco ball only in Premium and Limited Edition models
high confidence · Official announcement differentiating tier features
SPIKE electronics system provides 3-channel audio three times more powerful than previous generations
high confidence · Official technical specifications in announcement

Notable Quotes

“Deadpool is one of Marvel's most entertaining and unique characters ever created. We feel his humor fits perfectly with pinball and creates a high energy and fun pinball experience”
Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball @ N/A — Executive rationale for licensing and game positioning; emphasizes thematic fit between character personality and pinball medium
“Stern Pinball and Marvel share a love for these iconic characters and have a long, successful history of partnership and collaboration”
Gary Stern @ N/A — Validates ongoing Marvel partnership and suggests track record of successful collaborative releases

Entities

Stern Pinball, Inc.companyDeadpoolgameMarvel Entertainment, LLCcompanyZombie Yetiperson Nolan Northperson Gary Sternperson WolverinegameDazzlergameJuggernautgame

Signals

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design_philosophy: Game designed for broad appeal across skill levels while featuring X-Men universe integration with themed mechs and boss battles
high · Announcement states game 'suitable for all skill levels' while featuring named villain battles (Juggernaut, Sabretooth, Mystique, Sauron, Mr. Sinister)
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licensing_signal: Major Marvel Comics licensed title from established Stern partnership; emphasizes collaborative history and character fit
high · Gary Stern quote: 'Stern Pinball and Marvel share a love for these iconic characters and have a long, successful history of partnership'
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personnel_signal: Zombie Yeti confirmed as primary visual artist for Deadpool across all tiers; validates his role as Stern art department head
high · Credit appears four times: playfield art, cassette sleeve art, LP cover art, exclusive art blades for LE
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announcement: Official reveal of Deadpool pinball in three tiers with full specifications, pricing, and production limits
high · Formal press release with MSRP, feature breakdown, and 500-unit LE cap
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business_signal: Three-tier pricing model (Pro/Premium/LE) with tiered feature distribution and 500-unit LE production limit establishing scarcity narrative
high · Distinct MSRP tiers ($5,999/$7,599/$8,999) with exclusive LE features and global unit cap
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Topics

Marvel licensing and IP partnershipsprimaryPricing structure and tier differentiationprimaryLimited Edition production constraints and FOMO strategyprimaryGame design features and mechanical innovationsprimaryVoice acting and audio designsecondaryArtwork and aesthetic directionsecondarySPIKE hardware platform capabilitiessecondary

Sentiment

positive(0.85)— Official announcement with no critical commentary. Tone is promotional and celebratory. Emphasis on premium features, licensing pedigree, and creative talent (Nolan North, Zombie Yeti) positions game as flagship title. No negative framing or concerns raised.

Transcript

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| | | --- | | Stern Pinball Announces New Deadpool Pinball Machines ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL – August 7, 2018 – Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, proudly announced today the availability of a new line of pinball machines celebrating Deadpool the popular American comic book series published by Marvel Comics. Deadpool pinball machines will be available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models. “Deadpool” is known as the “Merc with a Mouth” because of his talkative nature & is notorious for his outrageously funny offbeat humor which is featured throughout the game. Players will be immersed in the Deadpool universe, teaming up with iconic X-Men characters Wolverine, Dazzler, Domino, and Colossus as they battle against infamous villains Juggernaut, Sabretooth, Mystique, Sauron, and Mr. Sinister. Players will also tag along with Deadpool on his time machine quests as he battles against the T-Rex and the Megalodon. “Deadpool is one of Marvel’s most entertaining and unique characters ever created. We feel his humor fits perfectly with pinball and creates a high energy and fun pinball experience,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “Stern Pinball and Marvel share a love for these iconic characters and have a long, successful history of partnership and collaboration.” Stern’s Deadpool Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models feature stunning and distinctive hand-drawn art by renowned illustrator Zombie Yeti. Well known actor Nolan North stars as the eccentric voice of Deadpool. Each game features a 3-bank drop target with a ball lock that’s guarding a custom molded Lil’ Deadpool bash toy target. In addition, all models include two stainless steel and wireform ramps with a Katana Sword ramp return. Deadpool pinball entertains with an amazing array of ninjas, vampires, and chimichangas, making it suitable for all skill levels. The Premium and Limited Edition models feature an additional 8 drop targets, motorized disco ball with disco illumination effects, custom molded Wolverine and Dazzler action figures, and with a custom molded chimichanga truck time machine. In addition, these models include an actuated up/down ramp that feeds the right flipper from the left orbit, keeping the action continuous and fast. All Premium models will include a custom “Deadpool’s Mix Tape” cassette featuring 11 original music tracks with sleeve art by Zombie Yeti. The Limited Edition, limited to 500 units globally, includes additional unique features such as an exclusive mirrored backglass, anti-reflection pinball glass, shaker motor, exclusive art blades, and powder-coated metal flake Deadpool Red side armor, hinges, and front lockdown molding. All LE models will include a 12” Vinyl LP featuring 11 original music tracks with cover art by Zombie Yeti. Complementing the immersive theme and exciting gameplay experience, Stern Pinball’s powerful SPIKETM electronics hardware system enables high-definition graphics and innovative animations on the high-definition video display. SPIKETM reduces system complexity and energy usage resulting in enhanced reliability and simplified servicing. The state-of-the-art electronic system also powers a high-fidelity 3-channel audio system that is three times more powerful than audio systems of previous generations. Pricing and Availability: Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price: MSRP for sales to USA end-users, before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes. Pro Model: $US 5,999 Premium Model: $US 7,599 Limited Edition Model: $US 8,999 Deadpool pinball is available through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world. About Stern Pinball, Inc. Stern Pinball, Inc. is a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball. Headquartered minutes from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport in the heart of North America, the company creates, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and distributes a full line of technologically advanced terrestrial and digital pinball games, parts, accessories, and merchandise. Stern Pinball serves digital, consumer, commercial, and corporate markets around the globe. Recent Stern Pinball titles include Iron Maiden, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, Aerosmith, Ghostbusters, KISS, Metallica, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, Star Trek, AC/DC, Batman, and Spider-Man. A broad range of players enjoy Stern Pinball’s games from professional pinball players who compete in high-stakes international competitions around the globe to novice players who are discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time. To join the fun and learn more, please visit www.sternpinball.com. About Marvel Entertainment** Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of more than 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy-five years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing. For more information visit marvel.com. ©2018 MARVEL ### All trademarks and product names are the property of their respective companies. |