DUNGEONS & DRAGONS REVEALED

Pinball News Website·article·analyzed·Jan 3, 2025

Analysis

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TL;DR

Stern reveals Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye pinball with advanced animatronics and Insider Connected integration.

Summary

Stern Pinball officially announced DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant's Eye, a new pinball game collection celebrating 50 years of D&D, featuring an advanced animatronic red dragon mech (Rath the Relentless), gelatinous cube electromagnet, and integration with Stern's Insider Connected platform. Available in Pro ($6,999), Premium ($9,699), and Limited Edition ($12,999) with LE limited to 740 units globally. Features artwork by Vincent Proce, music by Cris Velasco, and voice cast including Michael Dorn, Kevin Smith, and Matthew Mercer.

Key Claims

LE model limited to 740 games globally, honoring D&D's 1974 original release date
high confidence · Official Stern Pinball press release; specific production number tied to franchise anniversary
Rath the Relentless red dragon features 'the most advanced animatronic mech in pinball' with multi-axis motion and omnidirectional impact sensing
high confidence · Official manufacturer specification in press release
Game features electromagnet-powered gelatinous cube that freezes the pinball
high confidence · Official game feature description in press release
Insider Connected platform enables PinSave System with persistent character experience points and game campaign progress tracking
high confidence · Official Stern Pinball feature announcement integrated into release
Voice cast includes Michael Dorn, Kevin Smith, Luke Gygax, Chris Prynoski, Brendon Small, Gerard Way, Matthew Mercer, Laura Bailey, and Marisha Ray
high confidence · Official cast list in press release

Notable Quotes

“Get ready to roll through a D&D adventure like never before.”
Seth Davis, President and CEO of Stern Pinball @ January 3, 2025 announcement — Official leadership endorsement of game as flagship release positioning
“Battle Rath the Relentless, the red dragon, the most advanced animatronic mech in pinball, intelligently reacts to player action with multi-axis motion and features omnidirectional impact sensing technology.”
Stern Pinball official press release @ Product announcement — Core mechanical differentiator claim; positions mech as industry-leading
“Each path is different for players, spanning from characters to trinkets to weekly items and more; once the game campaign has concluded, additional characters will be unlocked.”
Stern Pinball official press release @ Product announcement — Describes long-term engagement mechanics and content update strategy

Entities

Stern Pinball, Inc.companyHasbro / Wizards of the CoastcompanyDungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eyeproduct Vincent Proceperson Cris Velascoperson Michael Dornperson Kevin Smithperson Matthew MercerpersonLaura BaileypersonMarisha Rayperson

Signals

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community_signal: Insider Connected ecosystem designed to extend game longevity through ongoing code updates, weekly items, character unlocks, and cooperative play features
high · Official platform description: 'extension of machines for years to come' with 'weekly items and more' unlocking post-campaign
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design_philosophy: Game incorporates 'randomness' and player choice-driven narrative branching ('where shots and choices control the path of the game's campaign, driving toward different story endings')
high · Official gameplay description emphasizing replayability through dynamic path determination
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licensing_signal: Major IP licensing partnership between Stern Pinball and Hasbro/Wizards of the Coast commemorating 50-year anniversary of D&D franchise
high · Official co-announcement by Stern Pinball and Hasbro detailing extensive licensing scope (characters, locations, lore integration)
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personnel_signal: Vincent Proce credited as prolific artist for all visual design (artwork, cabinet decals, backglass); Cris Velasco as world-renowned composer
high · Official credit attribution in press release
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market_signal: Premium edition pricing at $9,699 and LE at $12,999 continues three-tier model with significant tier separation ($2,700 gap Premium-to-LE)
high · Official MSRP pricing: Pro $6,999 / Premium $9,699 / LE $12,999
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Topics

New game announcement: Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's EyeprimaryInsider Connected platform features and integrationprimaryAdvanced animatronic mech design (Rath the Relentless dragon)primaryThree-tier pricing model (Pro/Premium/LE)primaryLimited Edition production scarcity (740 units)secondaryVoice cast and celebrity involvementsecondaryCampaign progression and character unlocking systemssecondaryHasbro/Wizards of the Coast licensing partnershipsecondary

Sentiment

positive(0.92)— Official press release with strong confidence in product features, ambitious mechanical claims, celebrity voice cast, and comprehensive feature set. No critical language or hedging present. Tone emphasizes prestige and innovation.

Transcript

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| | | --- | | **CHICAGO, IL – January 3, 2025** – Today, Stern Pinball, Inc., the largest manufacturer of pinball games in the world, in collaboration with Hasbro and its Wizards of the Coast division, revealed **DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye** – a new collection of pinball games featuring the legendary and beloved franchise, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (D&D). In celebration of 50 years of the World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game, Stern Pinball players worldwide will be brought on an epic and thrilling journey as they adventure into the Forgotten Realms, featuring iconic enemies, including a red dragon, gelatinous cube, mimic, Sammaster the lich, Xanathar the beholder, an owlbear, and locations including those in Faerûn such as Arabel and Westgate. **DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye** pinball games are available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models and feature artwork by prolific artist Vincent Vincent Proce, music from world-renowned composer Cris Cris Velasco, and voiced by a talented cast including Michael Dorn, Kevin Smith, Luke Gygax, Chris Prynoski, Brendon Small, Gerard Way, Matthew Mercer, Laura Bailey, and Marisha Ray. In Stern’s D**UNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye** pinball games, players are chosen members of the Dragonshield Guild, trying to defeat the dragon queen Tiamat, who is hatching a plan to rise again, triggering the War of Dragons, with Xanathar, Balinor and Sammaster all fighting for power. Players will experience the game’s fantasy world under the glass, fusing pinball with the iconic franchise like never before. Battle Rath the Relentless, the red dragon, the most advanced animatronic mech in pinball, intelligently reacts to player action with multi-axis motion and features omnidirectional impact sensing technology. Voiced by the iconic Michael Dorn, players will attempt to defeat Rath the Relentless with pinballs and by hitting the 3-bank target, steal its treasure. When Rath the Relentless breathes his magnificent fire, multiple pinballs shoot from its mouth but be prepared. Players can activate a metal shield between the flippers to not only defend against attacks but also assist with playfield shots. Enjoy mysterious and exciting features by navigating through hidden passageways, experience an electromagnet-powered gelatinous cube that freezes the pinball, and explore dynamic dungeon levels that are accessed through a disappearing playfield trap door. Other features include Fizmo’s store that allows players to acquire unique items, a treasure chest that unleashes mimic monsters, and more secrets to uncover. Roll the dice with randomness as players unlock where shots and choices control the path of the game’s campaign, driving toward different story endings. Each path is different for players, spanning from characters to trinkets to weekly items and more; once the game campaign has concluded, additional characters will be unlocked. **DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye** is in a beautiful package with Stern’s ever-expanding Insider Connected™ platform, which enables players to interact with the game and a global network of players in multiple ways, including ongoing code updates from Stern Pinball to extend and improve the experience over time. Through Insider Connected, players can choose to pick up where they left off with Stern’s new PinSave System, including character experience points, inventory items, and game campaign progress. For a more traditional pinball experience, players can start each game without saved progress. Players can also play cooperatively, sharing game progress together along their pinball adventure. Registration for Insider Connected is available at insider.sternpinball.com/ or in the Insider Connected App. Download it today on iOS and Android. To honor the original release of **DUNGEONS & DRAGONS** (D&D) from 1974, the Limited Edition model will be limited to 740 games globally. This highly collectible model includes the Speaker Expression Lighting System with D&D-themed game effects, a full-color Dragon-inspired mirrored backglass, full-color reflective foil Tiamat and Xanathar high-definition cabinet decals with hand-drawn artwork by Vincent Vincent Proce, exclusive custom D&D “Dragon Red” powder-coated pinball armor, a custom designer-autographed bottom arch, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball playfield glass, shaker motor, a sequentially numbered plaque, a signed Certificate of Authenticity, and a digital Insider Connected LE owner’s badge on registration. “We’re so excited for players to experience one of the most iconic and beloved franchises that is perfect for pinball,” said Seth Davis, President and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “Get ready to roll through a D&D adventure like never before.” D**UNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye** is available through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world found here or via request for availability on the game information page here. Accessories will be available at a future date. Stay current by following Stern Pinball on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. **Pricing and Availability:** Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”)\*: \*MSRP for sales to USA end-users before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes. **Pro Edition:** $US 6,999 **Premium Edition:** $US 9,699 **Limited Edition:** $US 12,999 **DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye** pinball games feature Stern’s best-in-class commercial quality reliability, now backed by a one-year warranty. **About Insider Connected** Insider Connected™ is Stern Pinball’s community network that allows players and owners to engage with pinball games in rapidly expanding ways. The platform unites pinball players around the world and enhances fun through a variety of helpful online features. Insider Connected is included with every new Stern product and is available as an add-on for existing games. Registration for Insider Connected is available at insider.sternpinball.com or in the intuitive Insider Connected™ mobile app on iOS and Android. By tapping a device on any enabled machine, players can track and resume game progress wherever they play, earn new game-specific achievements, engage with the pinball community, and participate in promotions and Challenge Quests. In addition to offering benefits to players, Insider Connected allows Stern to serve its game owners worldwide by upgrading games, offering new features and quests, and extending the longevity of machines for years to come. **About Stern Pinball, Inc.** Stern Pinball, Inc. creates compelling entertainment that inspires a lifetime love of games, sparks passion, forges friendships, and connects people everywhere through fun, innovative, technologically advanced pinball games, and experiences. 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 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye, Metallica Remastered, The Uncanny X-Men, John Wick, JAWS, Venom, Foo Fighters, James Bond, Rush, Godzilla, The Mandalorian, Led Zeppelin, Avengers: Infinity Quest, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Stranger Things, Elvira’s House of Horrors, Jurassic Park, Black Knight: Sword of Rage, The Munsters, The Beatles, Deadpool, 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 competing in high-stakes global competitions to novice players discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time. To join the fun and learn more, please visit www.sternpinball.com. **About Hasbro** Hasbro is a leading toy and game company whose mission is to entertain and connect generations of fans through the wonder of storytelling and exhilaration of play. Hasbro delivers play experiences for fans of all ages around the world, through toys, games, licensed consumer products, digital games and services, location-based entertainment, film, TV, and more. With a portfolio of over 1,800 iconic brands including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, Hasbro Gaming, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen. Hasbro is guided by our Purpose to create joy and community for all people around the world, one game, one toy, one story at a time. For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute and one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50. For more information, visit https://corporate.hasbro.com or @Hasbro on LinkedIn. **About Wizards of the Coast** Wizards of the Coast, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS), develops legendary games that inspire creativity, spark passions, forge friendships and foster communities around a lifetime love of games. Wizards delivers compelling experiences for gamers across tabletop and digital gaming through its best-known franchises MAGIC: THE GATHERING and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, along with Hasbro’s unparalleled portfolio of over 1,800 iconic brands. With headquarters in Renton, Washington and studios in Austin, Montreal and Raleigh, Wizards is dedicated to fostering world-class talent to create unforgettable play experiences on all platforms. To learn more about Wizards, please visit https://company.wizards.com or Wizards of the Coast on LinkedIn. |