Stern's Next Pin - TWD 2014 / 2015

[GORGAR 1]

Looks great and some very cool features :-) some big names attached also.

Art:Stephen Jensen, Greg Freres, Kevin O'Connor, Steve Martin

Programming: Lyman Sheats Jr., Tanio Klyce, Mike Kyzivat

[Strangeways]

Impressive. I love the artwork. After a bomb like Mustang, it needs to be !

[Slash]

I like the look of that, the artwork looks pretty cool from those pics and it seems like an interesting playfield.

[oldskool1969]

Looks like someone threw up on the play field to me, how the hell are you meant to see the ball amongst that technicolor yawn? Really not sure about this one. I hope it looks good on the FLESH! Ha ha ha
At least the premium models have a frickin lazer cannon.

[swinks]

LE pics up as well now.

http://www.sternpinball.com/games/the-walking-dead/le

[Caveoftreasures]

I want the Walking Dead Pro model. This game will be a KILLER. Just love the theme. Blood red looks cool everywhere. Dot matrix and audio on this title will be very special and so unique. I want one. Order going in very soon. Well done Stern. Glad its mix of cartoon and real shots from the show on playfield and cabinet art etc. Reckon it will be a great pin, even in ten years. Yipeeee.

[Cursed]

Good to see ya up and about Brett!

Looks good, prefer the Pro cab artwork myself.

[Cow Corner]

Looks good so far, the LE in particular looks very nice indeed. I wonder if the prison does anything other than open to reveal that zombie head?
Keen to see some video.

[swinks]

I haven't watched the shows and not really into zombies etc but definitely some interesting layout design there.

This what they posted on Facebook



Stern Pinball Brings The Walking Dead To Life
World’s Leading Maker of Arcade-Quality Pinball Games Announces Pro and Limited Edition Versions of The Walking Dead
MELROSE PARK, IL – September 9, 2014 – Stern Pinball, Inc., the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball games, announced today the availability of its Pro and Limited Edition models of AMC’s The Walking Dead pinball machine. Inspired by the hugely popular AMC drama, the newest Stern game brings the hit series to life on the pinball playfield.
AMC’s The Walking Dead, the most watched series among Adults 18-49, is based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics. The drama tells the story of the months and years after a zombie apocalypse. Stern’s The Walking Dead pinball features everything fans would want in a flesh-eating pinball world. Players fight to survive the zombie apocalypse alongside series icon, Sheriff Rick Grimes, by battling zombies and completing various game missions. The game includes multiple zombie toys for adrenalin-filled zombie battles at familiar locations from the show such as the Prison and Cell Block C. A brilliant high-definition zombie-filled art package heightens the player’s excitement.
The Limited Edition (LE) version of the game offers unique special effects such as a fish tank with illuminated sculpted zombie heads and a motorized crossbow assembly that allows players to launch the ball anywhere in the game. The LE mirrored back glass with exclusive art adds to the dynamic pinball experience.
“The Walking Dead story has captured the intrigue of audiences for years – from the popular comic books to the hit TV series. We are thrilled to serve such a passionate fan base and to bring this game to pinball fans,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball.
Pricing and Availability:
Pro Model: $5,995 (MSRP)
Limited Edition Model: $8,595 (MSRP)
About The Walking Dead
The Walking Dead returns for its fifth season on Sunday, October 12 at 9pm ET/PT on AMC. Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics the series tells the story of the months and years after a zombie apocalypse and follows a group of survivors, led by sheriff Rick Grimes, who travel in
search of a safe and secure home. The Walking Dead stars Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan, Chandler Riggs, Melissa McBride, Emily Kinney, Danai Gurira, Chad L. Coleman, Sonequa Martin-Green, Michael Cudlitz and Lawrence Gilliard, Jr. The Walking Dead is executive produced by Showrunner Scott M. Gimple, Robert Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd, Greg Nicotero, David Alpert and Tom Luse.
About Stern Pinball, Inc.
Stern Pinball, Inc., headquartered just outside Chicago, Illinois, is the oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball games in the world. Stern’s highly talented creative and technical teams design, engineer and manufacture a full line of popular pinball games, merchandise and accessories. Recent Stern titles include The Walking Dead, Mustang, Star Trek, Metallica, The Avengers, X-Men, AC/DC, Tron, Transformers, Avatar, Iron Man, Batman, Spiderman and many more! All of Stern’s pinball games are crafted by hand and assembled by Stern’s expert team. Both pinball enthusiasts and casual players around the globe enjoy Stern’s games. For more information, please visit www.sternpinball.com.

[swinks]

here are a few more pics

- I think the LE fish bowl heads
- unique feed in lane
- star roll overs - when was the last time they were used???
- flip up ramp feature like in Mustang, Creature and probably a few others to access zombie attacks underneath ??

Credit Dot did a little article as well
http://creditdotpinball.com/2014/09/09/news-stern-walks-with-the-dead-announces-the-walking-dead/

[Strangeways]

I'm VERY impressed. The theme is awesome, the artwork looks cool and I'm hoping the gameplay reflects the package.

Such a shame there is SFA promotion in Victoria or at least a demo to play. The price for the AUS LE is just over $10K 

[delarge]

Yeah,  I get to Melbourne far more often than I do Sydney these days. Will await the inevitable ssiting at the Peacock Inn for my first game on this one.

If I had a never ending coin supply,  would be all over this. Maybe a new slogan is due: Pinball. I can't catch them all.

[Greg]

0nly 2 models

[ddstoys]

Yeah i think it is only the two models which sucks I really don't need another limited edition workbench but like the extra bits.    Anyone know who the Vic distributor is these days?

[GORGAR 1]

seems like the LE's the one to buy with all the fruit :-)

Not 100% sure Dan but I think Zax amusements in Port Melbourne are the Vic distributors.