STERN OF THE UNION ADDRESS – JULY 2026

Stern Pinball Website Newsfeed·article·analyzed·Jul 7, 2026

Analysis

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TL;DR

Stern celebrates 40 years while launching Transformers, updating 34 games, and expanding All-Access perks.

Summary

Stern Pinball Inc. 2026 monthly newsletter highlights the company's 40-year milestone, ongoing launches of Transformers and Pokémon machines, code updates across 34 games, and new All-Access member perks including free factory tours. The company reports continued growth of its Stern Army venue network and Insider Connected platform, with Carlos Delaserda winning the Silverball Super Showdown tournament on the Stern Pro Circuit.

Key Claims

Stern Pinball is celebrating 40 years in business with planned retrospective content covering key people, games, and moments
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter, '40 Years of Stern Pinball' section
Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye pinball machines are rolling out worldwide with official Launch Parties starting soon
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter announcement
Pokémon accessories are now available for purchase
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter, Pokémon section
Stern has posted new code updates across 34 different games
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter, 'Status of Code' section
All-Access Insider Connected members can now book free factory tours (1 per year for member + 1 guest)
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter, 'New All-Access Perk Unlocked' section
Pokémon by Stern Pinball (Pro and Premium tiers) has been added to the IFPA Stern Rewards Program
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter, Stern Rewards Program section
Carlos Delaserda won the Silverball Super Showdown Stern Pro Circuit tournament
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter, Stern Pro Circuit section
SPIKE 3 Speaker Lights are now available for purchase
high confidence · Stern Pinball Inc. newsletter, Merch and Accessories section

Notable Quotes

“In the coming months, we'll walk down memory lane and highlight the people, games and moments we have cherished the most along this incredible pinball journey.”
Stern Pinball Inc. @ N/A — Signals company-wide retrospective content and 40-year anniversary celebration strategy
“TRANSFORMERS: More Than Meets The Eye pinball machines are rolling out worldwide with official Launch Parties starting soon.”
Stern Pinball Inc. @ N/A — Confirms Transformers game is in active distribution phase with organized community launch events
“Spots are limited and will fill up fast — secure your visit to the Stern factory and see how the game is made!”
Stern Pinball Inc. @ N/A — New premium All-Access benefit, monetization strategy for subscription tier, capacity constraint signal
“Stern Pinball has posted new code updates across 34 different games!”
Stern Pinball Inc. @ N/A — Demonstrates commitment to ongoing game maintenance and software improvement; large-scale update activity

Entities

Stern PinballcompanyTransformers: More Than Meets the EyegamePokémongameJaws: The RevengegameJohn Wickgame Insider Connectedproduct Stern Armyorganization Stern Pro CircuiteventCarlos Delaserda

Signals

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product_launch: Transformers pinball machines actively rolling out worldwide with organized official launch parties, indicating production maturity and distribution readiness
high · Newsletter states 'TRANSFORMERS: More Than Meets The Eye pinball machines are rolling out worldwide with official Launch Parties starting soon'
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code_update: Stern released code updates across 34 different games simultaneously, indicating significant development and maintenance activity
high · 'Stern Pinball has posted new code updates across 34 different games!'
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product_strategy: All-Access membership tier now includes factory tour benefits (1 free per year), monetizing existing subscription base with experiential premium perks
high · 'New All-Access Perk Unlocked: Book Your Free Stern Factory Tour!' with capacity-limited spots
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community_signal: Stern Army continues to grow globally with 'troops spreading the gospel of pinball'; receiving priority shipments and tournament/league support infrastructure
high · 'The Stern Army continues to grow with troops spreading the gospel of pinball across the globe'
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market_signal: Pokémon accessories now available for purchase alongside main game release, indicating licensing monetization strategy extension
high · 'Pokémon accessories are here!'
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Transcript

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STERN OF THE UNION ADDRESS – JULY 2026 The Stern of the Union Address, your monthly resource for news, information and highlights on all things Stern Pinball. Without further ado my fellow pinheads: 40 Years of Stern Pinball: 🥳In the coming months, we’ll walk down memory lane and highlight the people, games and moments we have cherished the most along this incredible pinball journey. Check out this additional great interview from GamesBeat with Gary here! TRANSFORMERS: More Than Meets the Eye by Stern Pinball: TRANSFORMERS: More Than Meets The Eye pinball machines are rolling out worldwide with official Launch Parties starting soon. Make sure you check out an official Stern Army launch party near you in the Insider Connected app for more details and locations! Plus stay tuned for some fun Transformers activities happening at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con! Pokémon by Stern Pinball: Pokémon by Stern Pinball Pokemon accessories are here! Plus check out a fun stream with the game team and Linus Tech Tips seeing the game for the first time! JAWS: The Revenge: In celebration of July 4th, play “Jaws: The Revenge” without spending Shark Teeth just by logging in with your Stern IC account. The fun has started; just make sure your machine is rebooted for this change to take effect. Happy hunting! John Wick: Check out the latest code update and stream with the team on John Wick! Insider Connected: Make sure you log in to see all of the latest and greatest quests, official Stern Army Launch Parties and more in the Insider Connected™ app. New All-Access Perk Unlocked: Book Your Free Stern Factory Tour! Ready to see where the magic happens? We’re excited to announce that factory tour scheduling is now open exclusively for All-Access members with a paid subscription! As a member, you get: • 1 FREE factory tour per year (Admission for you + 1 guest) • Additional guests or tours: just $25 per person During this one-hour, guided factory tour, you will: • Step behind the scenes at the Stern Pinball factory • Watch pinball machines come to life — from initial wiring to cabinet decaling • Learn about the craftsmanship, technology, and passion that power every Stern game • Experience an up-close look at the world’s leading pinball manufacturer How to Book 1. Click the link below to open the booking page 2. Log into your All-Access Insider Connected account using the link on the booking page 3. Choose your preferred date and time 4. Add any additional guests (optional) 5. Complete the checkout process in order to book your tour. Spots are limited and will fill up fast — secure your visit to the Stern factory and see how the game is made! Contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions. Gameroom of the Month: Congrats to Greg Mitchell for winning Gameroom of the Month! Do you have a special home gameroom you want to share with the world? Submit your incredible gameroom directly to [email protected] for your chance to be featured as our next winner! Stern Army Updates: The Stern Army continues to grow with troops spreading the gospel of pinball across the globe. Stern Army locations receive first priority shipment of new Stern games for hosting official Launch Parties in addition to supporting events with prizes, giveaways, promotional materials, and tools for hosting recurring tournaments and leagues. Engage and expand your local pinball community and to join the Stern Army, please reach out to [email protected] Location of the Month: Congrats to Chips Sports Bar of Lubbock, Texas for winning Location of the Month! Do you have a special location you want to share with the world? Submit your pictures directly to [email protected] for your chance to be featured as our next winner! Stern Pro Circuit: Congrats to all competitors at this year’s Silverball Super Showdown Stern Pro Circuit tournament! In the end, Carlos Delaserda conquered the competition for the circuit victory! For full details on the Stern Pro Circuit and to keep up with the current standings and schedule, please visit – https://wp.sternpinball.com/stern-pro-circuit/ Upcoming Stern Pro Circuit Events: Stern Pro Circuit 2026 Schedule: Mark your calendars for the upcoming 2026 season of the Stern Pro Circuit sponsored by Mountain Dew! Stern Rewards Program: In partnership with the International Flipper Pinball Association (IFPA), the Stern Rewards Program annually provides IFPA players who qualify the chance to purchase a new Stern Pinball machine at a special IFPA price plus the opportunity for additional Stern merchandise discounts. Detailed rules for the Stern Rewards Program, including an updated list of qualifiers and updated list of rewards available can be found HERE. The IFPA is excited to announce that Stern has added Pokémon by Stern Pinball, Pro and Premium, to the rewards program! Status of Code: Stern Pinball has posted new code updates across 34 different games! We are continuously working to update and improve software for our machines. There are always code updates and bug fixes in various stages of development; we will release them upon update completion. If you would like to join our mailing list for code updates, please send an e-mail to [email protected]. If you do encounter any bugs please feel free to provide information to [email protected]. Get Connected and play! https://insider.wp.sternpinball.com/ Code updates and read me files are available at https://wp.sternpinball.com/support/game-code/ Merch and Accessories: SPIKE 3 Speaker Lights are now available to purchase; make your game stand out! Check out our Stern Shop for all accessories, collectibles, clothing and more! Stern Pinball accessories are also available to purchase from your local authorized dealer – https://wp.sternpinball.com/find-a-dealer/ Ask Jack Anything: You’ve got questions? Jack has answers! Ask Jack Anything* is a place to communicate more personably with us at Stern Pinball. Think of it as a digital suggestion box. Don’t be afraid to reach out about anything. It’s as anonymous as you want it to be! ⚡ Check out some of the latest episodes here! Random Tutorials, Interviews and more: Check out a slew of fun content, tutorials, and more including this exclusive feature article from Assembly Magazine!