![]() Nothing unexpected, they don't make 'em like they used to. ever increasing profit margins and ever increasing cut corners and exclusions all while the price rises. Now some pins of these titles are absent of this issue, but it appears a majority of the pins of each of these titles seems to be affected based upon reading through the threads for these pins. These are also not in the minority, it seems that the majority of pins of these titles have these issues. (The pooling matters because eventually that clear will start to chip or wear prematurely) People have had the chipping happen in the first 100 games. They are rock solid, and build to high standards for either home use or public play.So is this just the new normal? Pooled and chipping clear around posts on playfields, and playfield clearcoat that is so soft that they will wear quickly and can be dimpled with a fingernail? JJP has had this happening extensively on POTC and now Wonka, and Stern had this happen on GOTG, beatles, batman, and most recently now Jurassic Park 2. The pricing model has the pro at $6,099, the premium at $7,699, and the LE priced at $9,099! While the sticker shock may cause you pause, I can attest to the build quality and replay value of a Stern Pinball machine. “The LE model includes additional unique features such as an exclusive mirrored backglass, exclusive custom themed cabinet artwork, a custom autographed bottom arch, exclusive custom art blades, anti-reflection pinball glass, a shaker motor, and a sequentially numbered plaque.”Īll this fun doesn’t come cheap. What can you expect for your extra dollars? According to the press release: The limited edition is truly limited, and only 500 will be made. Take a look at the premium updgraded art and playfield below: Other advanced features include a cool telekinesis ball lock as if Eleven were levitating attackers in the air. The projector screen itself doubles as ramp that will flip down for players to bash the Demogorgon toy. Always innovating, Stern Pinball added a first-ever video projector that displays images and animations directly on the playfield, creating dramatic interactions with gameplay action. Where things really (r)amp up are with the premium and LE models. Stern Pinball’s Stranger Things pinball machine with ramp in lowered position to reveal Demogorgon bash toy. The gameplay focuses on unlocking the hidden meanings of supernatural events occurring in and around the town, including the appearance of a girl known as “Eleven” with telekinetic abilities.” Stranger Things pinball machines will immerse players in a search to unravel the extraordinary mysteries and secret government experiments taking place at the Hawkins National Laboratory. “Experience the terrifying forces in Hawkins, Indiana that turn this small town “upside down” with supernatural elements, strange sightings, and government secrets. What will you actually do in the game? Well, the press release give us a glimpse into the action: Of course all models now utilize a large LCD display for scoring but also include two hideout ball scoops, a Demodog spinner, three custom ramps, a giant Demogorgon bash toy and game rules that will transport players into the Upside Down with Will, Lucas, Dustin, Hopper, Joyce, Mike, and Eleven. All versions feature hand-drawn art that looks so good you’d think it was photoshopped assets directly from the show. The new game follows Stern’s established release model with three versions: pro, premium, and LE. Is it too late to update my Christmas list, Santa? ![]() The pinball masters over at Stern Pinball have been on a roll with killer pinball machine properties with Star Wars, Deadpool, and even Jurassic Park, but no movie or television series seemed as tailor made for a pinball machine release as the insanely popular Netflix series Stranger Things! After a long wait, the anticipation pays off as game has finally been revealed! No, the disturbance you’re experiencing is from the Upside Down… and Stern Pinball! Straight from Hawkins, Indiana, or rather, Stern’s factory outside of Chicago, comes the latest supernatural anomaly… a Stranger Things pinball machine! If your Christmas lights are on the fritz, don’t waste your time checking each bulb.
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