Stern Pinball Released New James Bond Pinball Machines

In celebration of the James Bond films, Stern Pinball, Inc. released a new line of pinball machines. The series, which will feature original 007 actor Sean Connery in Pro Edition, Premium Edition, and Limited Edition (LE), aims to recapture the magic of these films. In addition, Stern Pinball will also release a 60th anniversary limited edition pinball machine that features all six James Bond actors.

Sean Connery's performance as James Bond in Dr. No in 1962 made the character an international phenomenon, with its thrilling action sequences, innovative gadgetry, special effects, iconic characters, and memorable villains.

The James Bond 007 cornerstone pinball machine from Stern Pinball will feature film footage and famous music from the James Bond films that established the 007 legend: Dr. No, From Russia With Love (1963), Goldfinger (1964), Thunderball (1965), You Only Live Twice (1967), and Diamonds Are Forever (1971). In this action-packed pinball experience, players become fully immersed in the world of espionage as they work to tackle assignments and stop SPECTRE’s villainous schemes. Throughout the game, players will team up with key allies to help them succeed.

As you play, collect gadgets from Q Branch and watch as the pinballs get ejected through the roof of a custom sculpted Aston Martin DB5. Break through the Osato Chemicals drop targets to battle SPECTRE at the Bird One rocket base. And hold your breath on the gravity-defying, magnetic jetpack as it transports pinballs across the playfield.

About Insider Connected

The James Bond 007 pinball machines come standard with Stern's Insider Connected system. With this, players can interact not only with the game but also with a global network of other p

Level Up Your Game Room: Essential Furniture and Space Requirements

This is an ultimate guide about the actual space you need to keep around your pool table, air hockey, or whichever table you picked up for your game room furniture. It'll go over how much space you need to allow for the games themselves and how to use the space around the table to its full potential.

This article will give you a few ways to make your game room feel larger without sacrificing game table space–enjoy! 

What's the Space Needed for a Ping Pong Table?

While smaller models are available, a full-size ping-pong table will be five feet wide by nine feet long. So right off the bat, you’re looking at a massive space commitment. Ping-pong (outside of the pool) is also the most demanding of the space around it.

It is best to allow at least sixteen inches of space on your ping pong table (on both sides) for each person playing. Without this space, players won’t be able to play comfortably and to their fullest ability.

What's the Space Needed for a Pool Table?

The amount of space needed for a pool table will depend entirely on the style and make of the table itself, but the consensus is that you will need a minimum of 8' x 4' (72" x 36") to play pool comfortably.

However, the reality is that you will need much more space than that. From lining up your shot just right to getting perspective on the whole table, you need to be able to move freely around your table as well as lean against as appropriate. To be safe, assume the pool table will take up half of the room itself. 

5 Key Reasons Why Pinball Rocks Your Game Room

Your game room might celebrate the nobility of a pool table or the thrill of an air hockey table but nothing quite brings smiles to faces like a pinball machine. The lights and sounds suck us in and hook us for hours.

Not only that but you can challenge your friends and family for the high score, but build critical fine motor skills while playing. This makes a pinball machine a must for those who entertain.

Here are five great reasons to have a pinball machine in your game room. There are plenty of reasons to own one, but these are our favorites.

1) A Pinball Machine Gives You Another Way to Play

A pinball machine is a combination of old-school arcade feel and excitement as well as a modern form of entertainment that gives you a new and fun way to play. This all-time favorite can add all of this to your home.

There are many different ways of playing pinball. Your favorite way can differ from your friends' preferences. This only helps to build the competition between you and your friends.

Pinball offers an interactive way to challenge your friends' scores. Many machines have games within the game adding another layer to the good times.

Having a pinball machine in your game room will bring out the competitive side, helping you and your buddies bond over a couple of beers and jeers.

2) Pinball Machines Have a Unique Feel

Pinball machines' compact design gives you flexibility in using the space in your game room. We don’t typically encourage putting any game in a corner, but a pinball machine makes great use of the area while leaving plenty of room to move around it.

Along with the economy of space, and a pinball machine the game itself is addictive b

Why To Get Your Office A Game Room

An office that is all work and no play is no fun at all. It can be productive in the meantime, but eventually, people would need some time to entertain themselves and relax. Sure, employees can have 15-minute coffee breaks, but nothing beats having something to keep them alert and active. The more fun your employee feels, the happier the work environment becomes.

If you need unique suggestions on making your office a happier place for your employees, buying a game room setup or renting arcade games are some ideas you should consider. While this suggestion might seem like a waste of money, it is an investment that could end up giving you more in return.

Here are the top benefits that a game room can give the company:

1 - Uplifts Your Employees’ Energy

A whole day of thinking about problems, solutions, and strategies can indeed be draining. Why not recharge by playing a little game? Since employees tend to sit down by their desks, a game room would be a great way to keep them entertained and physically moving. Employees can enjoy many fun activities in a game room.

Research shows that a break helps improve one’s work performance. Having a break room full of activities that can help them relax would be an excellent answer to this concern. When your employees feel energetic throughout the day, they are more likely to be productive too. Let them have an outlet to re-energize, and your company will benefit in return.

2 - Gives Your Company a Positive Impression

Not all companies have game rooms in their offices. Having one could be a life-changing element for your employees and all applicants wanting to work for a fantastic company. The game room is a physical representation of how

Pro Tips for Pinball Maintenance and Repair

Gaming has come a long way since the days of the humble pinball machine. And while there are newer and more advanced games, this doesn’t mean that we should let the pinball machine rot in the corner. As long as you repair and maintain these machines, they should last a lifetime.

Now, this is easier said than done as not everyone knows how to approach repairing and maintaining pinball machines. This is why we thought it would be useful to put together a couple of pointers to help you out. If this is something that you want to learn more about, read on for four important tips for pinball repair and maintenance.

Don’t Fix What’s Not Broken

One common mistake that pinball enthusiasts often make is fiddling with their machines when nothing is wrong. Remember, these machines are delicate and need to be handled with care. This is why we suggest not messing with them if there is nothing that’s clearly broken. This also applies to issues that are outside your scope of knowledge. If there is an issue with your pinball machine that you don’t know how to fix, we suggest calling in the professionals instead of trying to fix things yourself as you may just end up making things worse.

Use the Right Tools

It goes without saying that you’ll need to invest in maintaining and repairing your machine. You’ll need to use the highest quality tools in order to ensure that your machine is in good condition. Everything from crimping, riveting, and soldering tools should be high quality. While it may be tempting to purchase cheap tools, these tools could cause damage to your machine which will make things infinitely harder for you.

Turn the Machine Off Before Doing Anything

We can’t overstate how important it is to turn off the machine whenever you do work on