{"id":531,"date":"2017-06-08T18:12:11","date_gmt":"2017-06-08T17:12:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pinballnews.com\/site\/?p=531"},"modified":"2019-08-18T13:13:57","modified_gmt":"2019-08-18T12:13:57","slug":"star-wars-announced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinballnews.com\/site\/2017\/06\/08\/star-wars-announced\/","title":{"rendered":"STAR WARS ANNOUNCED"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stern Pinball today released detailed pictures of their upcoming Star Wars pinball<\/em>, together with a press release giving more details.<\/p>\n

Let’s start with the art packages on the three different models.<\/p>\n

The Pro features the most complete set of characters and ships from the three movies.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>
The Pro cabinet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"The<\/a>
The Pro cabinet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Premium edition’s artwork is all about the Empire’s characters, space ships and attack craft.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>
The Premium cabinet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"The<\/a>
The Premium cabinet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Limited Edition’s backglass shows the moment the Millennium Falcon jumps into hyperspace, while the rebels’ characters and ships make up the cabinet and backbox art.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>
The Limited Edition cabinet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"The<\/a>
The Limited Edition cabinet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On the playfield, the artwork is very similar on the Pro and Premium\/LE variants.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>
The Pro playfield<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"The<\/a>
The Premium\/Limited Edition playfield<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here’s a side-by-side comparison. As with all the pictures here, you can click for a much larger version.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>
The Pro on the left, the Premium & Limited Edition on the right<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here’s what Stern Pinball had to say about their new title:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n

Stern Pinball Announces New Star Wars Pinball<\/em> Machines<\/strong><\/p>\n

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL \u2013 June 6, 2017<\/strong> \u2013 Stern Pinball, Inc., the world’s oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball machines, proudly announced today the availability of a new line of pinball machines celebrating the Star Wars 40th Anniversary.<\/p>\n

Star Wars Pinball<\/em> machines will be available in Pro, Premium and Limited Edition models. The game will immerse players in the dynamic and challenging Star Wars pinball environment as they battle to restore justice to the Galaxy.
\nStern\u2019s Star Wars Pro, Premium and Limited Edition machines are packed with features that provide an irresistible game experience.<\/p>\n

The game includes select speech and footage from the original Star Wars trilogy; color-changing LED-lighted inserts; a sculpted LED-lit Millennium Falcon; and a sculpted TIE Fighter.<\/p>\n

The Limited Edition and Premium models also feature two LCD screens, an exploding Death Star interactive display, and a hyperspace ramp.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited to bring these pinball machines celebrating the Star Wars galaxy and adventures to our fans,\u201d said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball. \u201cOur Star Wars Pinball machines give fans a fun, new way to enjoy the nonstop action and new game sounds, features and effects.\u201d<\/p>\n

In addition to the immersive theme and exciting game experience, Stern Pinball\u2019s SPIKE-2 electronic platform enables high-definition graphics and innovative animations. The state-of-art electronic system also powers a high-fidelity 3-channel audio system that is three times more powerful than audio systems of previous generations.<\/p>\n

Star Wars Pinball<\/em> entertains with an amazing array of modern and classic features, making it suitable for all skill levels.<\/p>\n


\nPricing and Availability:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Manufacturer\u2019s Suggested Retail Price: MSRP for sales to USA end-users, before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes<\/p>\n

Pro Model: $US 6,199
\nPremium Model: $US 7,899
\nLimited Edition Model: $US 8,999<\/p>\n

Star Wars Pinball<\/em> is available through authorized Stern Pinball distributors and dealers around the world.<\/p>\n


\nAbout Stern Pinball, Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stern Pinball, Inc., headquartered just outside Chicago, Illinois, is the oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball games in the world. Stern Pinball\u2019s highly talented creative and technical teams design, engineer and manufacture a full line of popular pinball games, merchandise and accessories. Recent Stern titles include Aerosmith, Batman, Ghostbusters, Game of Thrones, WWE WrestleMania, The Walking Dead, Mustang, Star Trek, Metallica, XMen,
\nAC\/DC, Tron, Transformers, Avatar, and many more!<\/p>\n

All of Stern Pinball\u2019s games are crafted by hand and assembled by Stern Pinball\u2019s expert team. A broad range of players enjoy Stern\u2019s games from professional pinball players that compete in high-stakes international
\ncompetitions around the globe to novice players who are discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time.<\/p>\n

To join the fun and learn more, please visit: www.sternpinball.com or
\nwww.facebook.com\/sternpinball<\/p>\n

STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and\/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and\/or its affiliates. \u00a9 & TM Lucasfilm Ltd.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

We’ll have much more about the new Star Wars Pinball game very soon here at Pinball News.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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