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2025 pinball industry predictions covering Stern, Jersey Jack, Spooky, and other manufacturers' expected game releases and licensing rumors.
Spike 3 will be released in 2025
high confidence · Speakers state Spike 3 'has got to happen this year' given Metallica's release with upgraded components and power supply
King Kong is in development at Stern with Keith Elwin as designer
medium confidence · Based on Gary Stern photographed at licensing conference and Internet rumblings; speakers express excitement but acknowledge this is speculation
Harry Potter pinball from Jersey Jack is expected in 2025
medium confidence · Described as 'a tall order if true' with Eric Minor rumored as designer; speakers note this would overwhelm production capacity
Ghostbusters Remastered is a strong rumor for Stern's next remastered title
medium confidence · Speakers cite community rumblings; also mention AC/DC and Tron as possibilities, with Lord of the Rings ruled out for 2025
Medieval Madness Remake will be the best-selling game in 2025
medium confidence · Zack makes bold prediction based on dealer demand; mentions potential for 2,500+ units sold if manufacturing permits
Spooky Pinball has Goonies in development
medium confidence · Referred to as rumor mill talk; speakers note Christopher Franchi's recent hire and preference for certain themes align with Goonies
Beetlejuice is an evergreen rumor for Spooky with uncertain timeline
low confidence · Speakers describe as 'evergreen' with long-standing rumblings but no confirmation; noted that timing is uncertain
DC licensing has been secured by a manufacturer (possibly Stern or Barrels of Fun)
low confidence · George Gomez allegedly stated in interview that DC 'has been locked in'; speakers speculate it could be Superman or Batman-themed
Predator is rumored as a Pinball Brothers title but licensing is likely extremely difficult
“Godzilla is probably one of the best games. It might be the best game ever made.”
Zack @ ~12:30 — Establishes Godzilla as industry benchmark for quality; speaker uses this to contextualize King Kong potential
“If Harry Potter is true, whoever makes Harry Potter is going to be so overwhelmed with orders.”
Zack @ ~22:45 — Indicates high anticipated demand and production constraint concerns for any Harry Potter release
“Medieval Madness Remake is going to be the best-selling game in 2025.”
Zack @ ~38:15 — Bold prediction from dealer perspective reflecting actual customer demand at their location
“They want to take things that are nostalgic, that are close to and near and dear to people, and just make them so immersive.”
Zack (quoting David Van Es of Barrels of Fun) @ ~45:20 — Reveals Barrels of Fun's stated design philosophy focusing on nostalgic immersion over chasing big licenses
“I don't think we're going to see [Back to the Future] this year... they got Back to the Future and didn't have much attached to it besides the name.”
Greg @ ~57:30 — Suggests Dutch Pinball faced licensing challenges requiring external help to develop the game beyond IP name
“Sonic wouldn't be one of those things. I couldn't imagine Franchi doing Sonic.”
Greg @ ~31:00 — Indicates Christopher Franchi's artistic style/preferences may guide Spooky Pinball's theme selection
“If half of those things happen in 2025, that would be ginormous. It would be monumental.”
Greg Bone @ ~62:30 — Summarizes the magnitude of predicted releases and their market impact
“I would rather have the Sonic cartoon pinball machine than I would the Sonic movie.”
Greg @ ~29:15 — Reflects community preference for IP authenticity/nostalgia over modern adaptations in pinball design
licensing_signal: Friday the 13th licensing highly fragmented and difficult to obtain; mentioned as constraint for horror-themed games
medium · Speakers cite Kyle Smith homebrew designer feedback; note failed attempts to acquire license; Spooky Luke/Bug alluded to licensing complexity without confirmation
market_signal: Medieval Madness Remake predicted as best-selling 2025 game with potential 2,500+ unit sales based on dealer demand
high · Zack makes bold prediction from Flippin' Out Pinball perspective; cites strong customer interest and stated production capability
personnel_signal: Christopher Franchi recent hire at Spooky Pinball shapes theme selection and artistic direction for upcoming titles
high · Speakers note Franchi's exclusive status and artistic preferences (Goonies-aligned) inform development direction; note he's not suited for Sonic-style games
product_strategy: Back to the Future from Dutch Pinball not expected to release in 2025; production challenges and external help required
high · Speakers state confidently 'we're still not going to see it this year'; note licensing issues and involvement of external partners like Camacho
rumor_hype: Tales of the Arabian Nights or Theater of Magic remake rumored from Pedretti Gaming based on social media teaser
medium · Pedretti posted teaser with flying carpet (Aladdin reference) and tent imagery; community divided on interpretation; speakers lean toward Tales of Arabian Nights
positive(0.72)— Speakers are enthusiastic about predicted releases and optimistic about 2025 industry prospects. Some skepticism about specific licenses (Predator, Harry Potter complexity) and concerns about production delays (Back to the Future), but overall tone is hopeful and excited for collector/dealer business opportunities.
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low confidence · Speakers express skepticism due to Fox licensing complexity; described as hearsay ('don't kill the messenger')
Back to the Future from Dutch Pinball will not release in 2025
high confidence · Speakers state confidently 'we're still not going to see it this year'; note production challenges and help from external partners like Camacho
rumor_hype: Sonic the Hedgehog rumored for Jersey Jack Pinball (not Spooky as previously rumored)
low · Speakers note rumor shift from Spooky to JJP; question design fit given Sonic's speed/flow nature; debate movie vs. arcade version preference
rumor_hype: Predator rumored as Pinball Brothers title but assessed as unlikely due to Fox licensing difficulty
low · Speakers describe as hearsay rumor; express skepticism given licensing complexity; assess as implausible despite theme appeal
rumor_hype: DC licensing secured by a manufacturer; potentially Superman or Batman-themed; possibly Stern or Barrels of Fun
low · George Gomez allegedly stated 'this has been locked in' in interview; speakers speculate manufacturer but acknowledge possible trolling
rumor_hype: Goonies in development at Spooky Pinball; Beetlejuice as evergreen rumor with uncertain timeline
medium · Speakers cite rumor mill; note Franchi hire timing and artistic preferences align with Goonies; Beetlejuice described as long-standing rumor
rumor_hype: Pokémon still in Stern rumor mill for 2025 release
low · Speakers note 'Pokémon rumblings are still here' but acknowledge they were wrong on 2024 prediction
rumor_hype: Ghostbusters Remastered rumored for Stern with potential LCD screen upgrade; also mentions AC/DC and Tron as alternatives
medium · Speakers cite community rumblings; note this aligns with Spike 3 capability; express strong personal desire for implementation
rumor_hype: King Kong rumored as Stern title with Keith Elwin designer; based on Gary Stern conference photo and Internet speculation
medium · Gary Stern photographed at licensing conference; community rumblings; speakers express excitement but acknowledge uncertainty