Sorry for the slight hijack but can someone explain to me how re-runs of older games work?
I'm newer to the hobby and me and my GF would absolutely love to get Metallica. Is there any chance they ever do another run of that game or has its final run been done?

Does anyone know how backordered parts for machines that are not being produced anymore works? I'm waiting on new ramps for my Iron Maiden and they told me they have no idea when they could get them. Since IMDN is out of production now what does that mean for a part like this?

I think they've got enough business at this point that the loss would have to be pretty significant to matter.

I'm pretty new to the pinball world but it's clear to me Stern has found a formula that works for the majority of players in this hobby. Their machines get a ton of hype, they have access to exciting licenses and they have a dedicated core fanbase.

I think their biggest loss is opportunity cost in that they could be selling more units per year. Things would have to slide considerably before they lose their core customer base. It sounds like parts really are holding them back though. With the amount of business they have you'd think they would have expanded their line more, but maybe it's just not possible at this point?