Stern Pinball The Walking Dead Remastered Premium Edition Pinball Machine - WALKINGDEADPREM

Stern Pinball WALKINGDEADPREM The Walking Dead Remastered Premium Edition Pinball Machine

Stern Pinball, Inc., the largest designer and manufacturer of pinball games in the world, in partnership with AMC Networks revealed and released The Walking Dead Remastered – a technologically advanced version of one of the most beloved pinball games of all time featuring one of the most well-known franchises in the world, AMC’s The Walking Dead. This property has captivated global audiences since its television premiere in 2010. The hit TV series, spin-off shows, video games, merchandise, and more have reshaped the modern landscape of horror storytelling. Powered by Stern’s new SPIKE 3 technology platform, Stern Pinball is excited to bring to life The Walking Dead Remastered to the current generation of pinball players, taking them on an epic journey through legendary moments from the series as they fight to survive the apocalypse. The Walking Dead Remastered pinball game is available now in Premium and Limited Edition (LE) models, along with a full line of accessories available soon.

In Stern Pinball’s The Walking Dead Remastered pinball game, players will battle walkers and survive key scenes from The Walking Dead in an immersive physical pinball experience like none other. The development team, led by John Borg, the designer of the original game, have created a modern version of the original masterpiece. The playfield features enhanced versions of the “Cell Block C” Prison building, bicycle girl ramp, and an interactive Well Walker toy. The fan-favorite crossbow device that shoots a pinball has been re-engineered and updated for increased precision and flexibility in gameplay. The game also features new RGB lighting and illuminated zombie heads on the slingshots.

Extra care and attention to detail have gone into every facet of The Walking Dead Remastered, honoring the original masterpiece by John Borg and Lyman F. Sheats, Jr. The game includes an updated version of the revolutionary ruleset that introduced a new mode structure and risk-reward elements that have stood the test of time. Through the iconic Prison, Well Walker, and Blood Bath multiballs and the depth of each Dead Feature mode (Barn, CDC, Riot, Tunnel, and Arena), players are immersed in a pinball battle that can ultimately leave a “Last Man Standing”… that is, if you’re able to survive the Horde and escape Terminus along your adventure.

In The Walking Dead Remastered, players will be introduced to newly developed visuals that blend high-quality video elements with a vibrant painterly art style, both on the cabinet and on the display. Extraordinary care has been taken to ensure the new visuals mirror scenes from the classic game, while also going beyond with additional updates. Software enhancements will introduce additional game rules, including new custom audio call-outs from actors Michael Rooker (Merle) and Danai Gurira (Michonne). Players will also experience Stern’s Insider Connected (IC) system that provides advanced connectivity features, enabling real-time engagement and a more connected experience for all.

The Walking Dead Remastered features Stern’s next-generation SPIKE 3 technology platform, which includes a larger 18.5” full HD display with true color depth, along with a more powerful processor, and a new high fidelity immersive audio system. Players will get to experience completely overhauled 3D-rendered graphics and custom animations that pay homage to the dot matrix display from the original pinball machine. SPIKE 3 electronics also feature more efficient power handling, improved Wi-Fi support, and wireless headphone capabilities. This release will also feature an updated cabinet lighting customization system designed to allow for internal and external expression lighting on all versions of the game.

Limited to 500 games globally, the highly collectible Limited Edition model includes the updated Expression Lighting System™ and Speaker Expression Lighting System with The Walking Dead-themed game effects, a full-color mirrored backglass, full-color high-definition cabinet decals, exclusive custom The Walking Dead Remastered 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.

“The Walking Dead is one of the most memorable and influential pinball games in our time, and we’re proud of the entire Stern team for elevating this iconic game onto our new platform,” said Seth Davis, President & CEO of Stern Pinball. “We’re always looking to create new immersive and thrilling gameplay experiences in pinball, and there’s no better way to do that than by bringing The Walking Dead back from the dead and to an entirely new generation of zombie lovers and pinball players.”

“The Walking Dead pinball was best-in-class when it debuted ten years ago, and its enduring appeal is a testament both to the game, and the strength of the franchise,” said Clayton Neuman, Head of Games & Franchise at AMC. “This remaster exceeds the original in every conceivable way, and we can’t wait for the next generation of The Walking Dead and pinball fans alike to get their hands on it.”

Features

Main Attractions

• Fight the Dead, Fear the Living as Stern Pinball revisits a timeless classic with The Walking Dead Remastered, a technologically advanced version of the original 2014 masterpiece.
• The game includes an updated version of the revolutionary ruleset that introduced a new mode structure and risk-reward elements that have stood the test of time.
• Through the iconic Prison, Well Walker, and Blood Bath multiballs and the depth of each Dead Feature mode (Barn, CDC, Riot, Tunnel, and Arena), players are immersed in a pinball battle that can ultimately leave a “Last Man Standing”.
• Enhanced versions of the “Cell Block C” Prison building, bicycle girl ramp, and an interactive Well Walker toy.
• The fan-favorite crossbow device that shoots a pinball has been re-engineered and updated for increased precision and flexibility in gameplay.
• All new RGB lighting and illuminated zombie heads on the slingshots.
• Custom audio call-outs from actors Michael Rooker (Merle) and Danai Gurira (Michonne).
• Players will be introduced to newly developed visuals that blend high-quality video elements with a vibrant painterly art style, both on the cabinet and on the display.
• Through Stern's award-winning Insider Connected™ platform, players can track progress, earn new game-specific Achievements, and connect with a horde of pinball players in the ultimate pinball battle.

Game

• "Cell Block C" - Interactive prison building with mechanically actuated target doors and Walker bash toy target inside "Cell Block C".
• "Prison" super action playfield magnet capable of catching and throwing the ball with special ball effects.
• "Well Walker" with newly, multiball ready, mechanical action animated bash toy.
• "Well Walker" exposed guts.
• "Well Walker" super action playfield magnet capable of catching and throwing the ball with special ball effects.
• "Bicycle Girl" ramp-ball enters left playfield, exits at right with mechanical ramp entrance lift to access the "Bicycle Girl" bash toy.
• Vacuum formed "Crossbow/Fish Tank" ramp can activate magnetic ball diverter to feed "Crossbow".
• Motorized "Crossbow" ball firing mechanism activated by Action Button on the lockdown bar.
• "Governor's Fish Tank" with three illuminated Walker heads.
• "Supplies" 3 bank drop targets activate Dead Feature modes and can unlock Blood Bath multiball.
• "Woodbury" single drop target guards shot through town to return ball into the shooter lane.
• Illuminated zombie heads on sling shots.
• Spinning targets.
• Standup targets.
• 2 Flippers.
• 3 RGB lit pop bumpers.
• Multiple color LED general illumination (red and white).
• Full-spectrum smooth RGB LED playfield arrow inserts.
• Newly designed illuminated button rollover switches.
• Counter accumulates killed Walkers and collects bonus after ball drains.
• Custom audio call-outs from actors Michael Rooker (Merle) and Danai Gurira (Michonne).
• Players will be introduced to newly developed visuals that blend high-quality video elements with a vibrant painterly art style, both on the cabinet and on the display.
• This one-of-a-kind pinball experience is fueled by Stern’s next-generation technology with the new SPIKE 3 platform.
• Custom animations on our larger, 18.5” full HD display.
• Audio assets from the original game but now heard through an all-new speaker system.
• Through Stern's award-winning Insider Connected™ platform, players can track progress, earn new game-specific achievements, and connect with a horde of pinball players in the ultimate pinball battle.
• *Cabinet compatible with Expression Lighting System™ Accessory Kit - with intelligent full color spectrum RGB LEDs; synchronized & adjustable, responsive to game events.
• *Cabinet compatible with Speaker Expression Lighting System Accessory Kit featuring The Walking Dead-themed game effects.

Backglass & Art

• Premium Edition Remastered full color translite and high definition vinyl decal side cabinet decals with hand-drawn artwork by fantasy and horror illustrator and painter, Robert Laskey.

Hardware & Trim

• Powder-coated black wrinkle finish hand guard side armor, hinges, front lockdown molding and legs.
• Powder-coated steel bottom arch.
• Multifunction Action Button on lockdown bar.
• Snap-Latch front molding.

General

• Equipped with Insider Connected, enabling players to interact with the game and a global network of players in multiple ways through QR reader on bottom arch.
• 6 pinballs.
• Stereo sound system with 3-channel amplifier.
• 10-band Graphic Equalizer with separate control for backbox and cabinet speakers.
• CPU mounted line-out audio connector for external amplification.
• Fade adjustment to control front and bottom speaker outputs.

Footnotes:

• Games configured for North America operate on 60 cycle electricity only
• These games will not operate in countries with 50 cycle electricity (including but not limited to Europe, UK, Australia)