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Hexa Pinball reveals The 3 Musketeers sequel with dual pricing tiers at TPF 2026.
The 3 Musketeers is Hexa Pinball's second title following Space Hunt
high confidence · Official announcement article from Pinball News
The game was first announced in October 2025 with only a teaser video
high confidence · Pinball News article states 'announced last October along with a teaser video'
Classic Edition costs €7,890 excl. VAT; Elegance Edition costs €10,390 excl. VAT
high confidence · Official pricing table in Pinball News reveal article
Elegance Edition is limited to 200 units
high confidence · Pinball News specification table
All audio and video assets are original creations by Hexa Pinball (not licensed from existing movie/animation)
high confidence · Direct statement in article: 'not based on any existing movie or animation, all the audio and video assets are original creations'
Artwork by Tristan Fallon; music by Hervé Coussillan
high confidence · Pinball News article credits
The game features three modes: normal, competition, and simple
high confidence · Game feature specification in article
Elegance Edition includes shaker motor by Pinsound
high confidence · Feature comparison table in article
“The 3 Musketeers is the follow up to Hexa Pinball's launch title, Space Hunt.”
Pinball News — Establishes product lineage and Hexa Pinball's market position as established second-title manufacturer
“As the game is not based on any existing movie or animation, all the audio and video assets are original creations by Hexa Pinball.”
Pinball News — Distinguishes Hexa Pinball's strategy from licensed IP-dependent competitors; indicates creative control and original content investment
product_launch: The 3 Musketeers officially revealed with full specifications, pricing, and playfield details at dual global events (Bordeaux and TPF)
high · Direct announcement article from Pinball News dated March 20, 2026 with cabinet photos, playfield images, and complete feature specifications
product_strategy: Two-tier edition strategy: Classic Edition (€7,890) and limited Elegance Edition (€10,390, max 200 units) with distinct feature and cosmetic packages
high · Detailed pricing table with feature comparison showing Classic vs. Elegance distinctions including powder coat finishes, glass type, decorations, shaker motor, and numbered plaque
design_innovation: Game includes bash toy representation of Milady de Winter under lift ramp, English Fleet swinging target, wireform ball lock, cannon over left slingshot, and left orbit spinner
high · Detailed playfield photography and feature descriptions in article
collector_signal: Elegance Edition capped at 200 units with numbered leather plaque and certificate of authenticity, designed to drive FOMO and collector appeal
high · Limited production cap (200 units), numbered plaque, and authenticity certificate in Elegance Edition feature set
licensing_signal: Hexa Pinball chose to create original audio/video assets rather than license existing IP, differentiating from major competitors relying on film/animation franchises
high · Direct statement: 'As the game is not based on any existing movie or animation, all the audio and video assets are original creations by Hexa Pinball'
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event_signal: The 3 Musketeers reveal at Texas Pinball Festival aligns with TPF's role as premier North American manufacturer announcement venue
high · Dual launch event with TPF as one of two global reveal locations on March 20, 2026
design_philosophy: Game designer prioritized player accessibility through three difficulty modes (normal, competition, simple) and pause functionality, plus achievement tracking via mobile app
high · Three gameplay modes listed, pause feature noted, and Plungr app integration specified for achievement tracking
product_strategy: Hexa Pinball positioning The 3 Musketeers as premium boutique title with €7,890+ price point, targeting home collectors and enthusiasts rather than operator/location market
high · Premium pricing in line with boutique manufacturers (JJP, Spooky), dual-event global launch strategy, and emphasis on limited-edition cosmetics and collectible features