I was told a hard “no” on that ever happening from Stern directly and Stern via my distributor. I think I’m just going to pull the trigger on the comic premium because I want that damm hyper loop.

Thanks yes I love it. I actually really like the comic art playfield but can’t stand it on the cabinet and backbox so I bought the old premium on purpose. I actually have a few other mods but can’t fit them! I’ve got an R2-D2 that lights up and a Darth Vader that has a lit light saber but there’s no place to put them without cramming them in there so I think I’m going with what I have. I actually have several other Star Wars mods that I won’t be using, including a tie fighter and X-Wing fighter on a diverter switch mount. I can’t use them because I have a Hoth world over the diverter. I bought all the mods I was interested in before I had my pin because I didn’t know the comic art one was coming out and I was worried they would stop producing some mods I really was interested in. This is my grail theme so I had to have everything lol. If anyone would like the mods I’m not using, PM me and I’ll mail them to you no charge. I guess to be fair it would be first come first serve.

They said the same with Munsters

They said no premium TWD too

And so on

But I agree with you & Rai. Life is short.

Seriously doubt it. Stern isn’t going back to Disney for another approval because Curly from pinside wanted it.

GamerRick One more mod, fit you can
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It's not just me that prefers the Pro cabinet. Many others reached out to distros about it.

Stern has no issue going to Disney for approval. To the point they just rolled out a total redraw of a game they finished years ago.

Then again... wtf up with the topper? Maybe yer right.

I'm torn between JP Premium vs SW Comic Premium

No matter what, it's gonna be awesome!

Same issue I was having. I decided on SW Comic Premium. I figure JP will be available NIB for at least a couple of years and with it being as popular as it is, it's almost certain to have another addition at some point. Not that there's anything particularly wrong with the current editions, I just like having more choices.

I’m getting ready to pull the trigger on a SW comic premium. How are the cabinets on these? My Elvira’s House of Horrors is rock solid and even has a plywood bottom but I heard not all Stern cabinets are made the same. Can anyone give me some reinsurance? Thanks in advance.

I’m getting my Comic Premium tomorrow I’ll report back (fingers crossed). My first new Stern since STLE like 5 years ago.

I’d like to thank all who have explain the rules and answered my questions regarding SW. especially the multiplier rules.

Especially the DeadFlip video where Jack is playing the premium. Love when he imitates Luke and says Luke was a bit of a crybaby.

I love Steve Ritchie pins, this will be my 5th overall (3 in current collection SW, ST and SM) replacement for my ACDC Premium. Also owned T2 back in the day was my first pin.

If only I was able to play half as good as Jack Danger

Need to play better as SR would say.

My comic premium has the new plywood bottom and reinforced cabinet corners.

The plywood bottom is on newer games. I believe all premium / LE models had the reinforced corners.

Cool - Is the backglass glass or a translite? Glass would be nice but I can live with it being a translite - just wondering.

Translite.

Can report the cabinet is tight and no separation, plywood bottom and also nice clear coat no pooling.

Fantastic game and super fast.

Outstanding - thanks for the update!

Look at the complete bullshit going on regarding the topper.

Link to my comment:

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/stern-star-wars-topper/page/8#post-5325032

post from GAP announcing it:

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/stern-star-wars-topper/page/7#post-5324928

Some pics of the comic Premium

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The cabinet pictures look fantastic. What do you think of the playfield art in person? It's hard to tell with the glare on the glass.

I love the PF art, my only criticism would be the font style is not my preferred and might be harder to read. To me the comic PF art is more vibrant but than the original but I like the art on both the comic and original PF.

The comic sans-ish font is kind of weak, but the whole thing looks awesome.

What powdercoat color goes best with the older Premium? Any pictures would help. Thanks.

Garbage. Don’t buy that thing people!!!

Quick question.. even tho I read some of rules I might have missed this ... During Hans character Ive noticed the middle button color change to red .. Am I supposed to hit that as I play during the tie multiball and etc .. ?

red = able to hit tie fighters after tie fighter hurry up colllected
orange = add a ball in planet modes (hold 2 secs)

Cointaker had a white one that was quite swanky (stormtrooper edition)

Looks great. Mirror blades would be a great addition. They look great on my game.

I’ve isolated to the diverter relay buzzing on hold, nothing attached to it. Relay and bracket are one assembly, not available at any parts places, and stern doesn’t stock them yet as parts. Out of warranty too. Anybody know where I could get one? Or have the parts breakdown for just the relay?

Have you inquired to Stern directly about this part? They have them there. Seems odd that they would not send you one.

Stern doesn’t sell direct, and game out of warranty.

I have had good luck in this situation. It all depends, I guess, but I needed a scoop and they sent it to me. It wasn't listed for sale and the part number wasn't listed in the manual. Maybe try talking to your distro.

Thanks, I was thinking white or a blue

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Thanks. I was able to resolve the relay buzz. The extension bracket to the diverter rod was slightly bent. Bending it back allowed the mechanism to function properly, so no more rubbing/loud buzz.

JUST RELEASED: Stern Pinball Star Wars Topper Accessory

- Limited Edition, sequentially numbered with LE plaque, limited to 500
- Fully interactive moving R2D2 with lighting effects

Get yours before they are GONE! You know you want one...

$749 plus $25 shipping

Shipping soon!

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Stupid ain’t it? Simps will still buy it.

probably cost $30 to make.

50 bucks tops.

775 bucks for a topper that isnt anything special that i can see. HOLY SHIT.......all i can say is HOLY SHIT right now lol. Pinball is definitely getting too expensive for this average Joe here......WOW! I dont even know what to say for real, im speechless.

What exactly are the lighting effects? Any updated video of it in action?

This is coming from Stern, the company that sells out LE's and SLE's before anyone even gets a chance to play them. Why would they think that with their customer base they'd have to show us the courtesy of providing any video at all?

Every topper i have ever bought i have pretty much felt like i got bent over. The price of this topper takes getting bent over to a whole new level though. If they sell more than three of these I will be in shock.

I personally love the Stern toppers. Some of the discontinued ones (Walking Dead, Ghostbusters, KISS) were poo pooed when they were available but now people are paying more than new prices for used ones and they are still difficult to find. They are pricey, as are the machines themselves, but people like me love them and see them as a great way to dress up their toys

I don’t care about toppers at all (thank god), but they at least seem to hold their value for some reason.

That's exactly what I'm saying. No video or idea of what it actually does. After 2 years wait, seems like we should atleast see it in action first.

That would make sense if we had a typical Manufacturer / Customer relationship. Unfortunately it seems like pinball is an odd outlier, where manufacturers don't have to supply a meaningful warranty, provide any info on products for sale, communicate with you on issues/concerns, etc., etc. It's kind of crazy.

I always wanted to revisit this comment. What do you think now that your $500 dollar toppers with moving parts are now going to cost $750.00. Include tax and shipping your now $500 dollar toppers with moving parts are now going to cost close to $800.00. Open your wallet Kermit. I don't think that any topper should even cost $500 dollars never mind $800.00 with a limited run. Now only 500 people can buy the topper as well.

I guess $750.00 will be the new norm for Stern? Seems like the trend with this company. Stern and other pinball companies are starting to price people out of the hobby including myself. I will not be paying $750.00 for any topper.

I'm officially in the club. Just pulled the trigger on comic premium. I was working with a few different vendors. When I finally decided to buy 2 of the 3 no longer had the game and were unsure they could get another. The 3rd vendor only had the one. Is Stern done making the comic editions already?

Agree. No matter how cool the machine or toppers may get, buyers will dry up or be fed up and good distributors for Stern left holding the bag. (i.e. Beatles).
Probably just not anytime soon.