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Read moreStern 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
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Read more5 Essential Tips for Buying Your Own Pinball Machine
We all need a break. A week full of work, errands, cooking, cleaning, running the kids around, it takes a toll. We’ve all heard the saying "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy". Good thing we know a great way to keep the hum-drums away. Pinball!
Pinball is a great way to blow off steam for a number of reasons. It requires total focus, forcing you to set aside your daily troubles for a bit. The lights and sounds are engaging, taking you into another world and sparking your imagination. And, of course, it’s just a lot of fun to play. Not only that, but you take turns with your friends as you each try to set the high score. Granted, picking one up for yourself can seem a little tricky if it’s your first time buying a pinball machine. Here are five simple tips that will have you playing in no time without breaking the bank.
#1 - Establish a Realistic Budget
As with any big ticket purchase, you’re going to want to set a budget and stick to it. Some machines will require more energy than others while maintenance will vary depending on if you have a digital display or not. Also, bear in mind if this is for commercial or home use. If you’re not using it as a s
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Read moreWhat You Need to Know Before You Buy a Pinball Machine
Pinball machines are the original arcade game. Before video games changed the gaming industry forever, there were the sounds of bumpers and flippers dinging across the country. The game was a staple from the Depression Era through the ‘70’s and has now become a highly sought after collectors item. It’s no surprise that many pinball fanatics today are eager to get their hands on this classic gaming machine.
The History of Pinball
Pinball machines as we know them are a far cry from the pool tables we are familiar with but the games have a shared lineage. An off-shoot of billiards, Bagatelle, became popular with French nobility in the 18th century. The game involved using a small cue or pusher that is set on a slanted table where players would aim for holes on the playing surface. The holes themselves were guarded by pegs (starting to sound familiar?). During the early 1780s, the French soldiers brought their bagatelles with them.
The game would continue to be popular into the next century. So much so, that in 1871 a toy manufacturer in Cincinnati named Montague Redgrave patented “The Improved Game of Bagatelle” which would replace the cue with the now iconic springed plunger.
In 1931, Automatic
