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Well… for starters Jaws was code name for Jurassic Park.
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So are we getting Venom and Cobra Kai or just Cobra Kai?
Today I think the next 3 releases, in no particular order, are Cobra Kai, Jaws, BTTF.
I say we see them in May, September, and January.
Quoted from crujones4life:So are we getting Venom and Cobra Kai or just Cobra Kai?
Today I think the next 3 releases, in no particular order, are Cobra Kai, Jaws, BTTF.
I say we see them in May, September, and January.
VENOM IS NEXT
Quoted from Sako-TRG:Jaws was a a great film in 1975 when peeps didn’t really understand sharks.
Wind the clock forward they don’t really chase and eat boats.
Great cast, movie is great but for pinball, not so sure unless you love rubber, 25ft 3 tons .. lol
That Jaws music alone would get old really fast
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Quoted from big-c66:From my sources it will be Venom now from what I’m hearing on another from JERSEY JACK THERE IS A GOOD CHANCE THEY MIGHT BE ANNOUNCING TOY STORY AROUND APRIL which could be a big hit.
They can announce now to be fair, it still wouldn't come out until at least October knowing JJP
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:applause:Jaws is actually the code for baywatchQuick reminder, that JAWS was Sterns codename for Jurassic Park:
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/jaws-confidence-level/page/6#post-5204154
Melbourne
Quoted from big-c66:VENOM IS NEXT
What makes you think Venom is next? I'm pretty sure that's not happening and it's nothing but a rumor.
Anyone else watch the classic romance that is BTTF 3 today? Doc and Clara ♡♡♡ Who's hype for Stern's BTTF?!
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Yeah, the series is corny, but I could see a machine working. Lots of great 80s music to choose from, too.
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I was thinking about this... With all the Pokémon discussion, I think a Lego pin would be amazing. Kids would love it, and there is a huge adult Lego collector crowd. The Lego Movie characters could make great toys- think Metalbeard, Benny, a double decker couch somewhere. Just throwing out another idea for discussion 
Quoted from Ty-Arnold:What makes you think Venom is next? I'm pretty sure that's not happening and it's nothing but a rumor.
Quoted from Ty-Arnold:What makes you think Venom
What makes you think Venom is next? I'm pretty sure that's not happening and it's nothing but a rumor.
Just from a couple of people I know that work in the industry n from a few distributors that have heard the same. Now it all could be smoke we will just have to wait n see. Me personally I want BEETLE JUICE- BTTF- or SCOOBY DOO ANY ONE OF THEM WOULD BE FANTASTIC IN MY OPINION. LOL
Quoted from doc5md:I was thinking about this... With all the Pokémon discussion, I think a Lego pin would be amazing. Kids would love it, and there is a huge adult Lego collector crowd. The Lego Movie characters could make great toys- think Metalbeard, Benny, a double decker couch somewhere. Just throwing out another idea for discussion
It could work but it seems when any type of manufacturer chases the "it" thing for kids they risk crashing and burning. Especially when you have a product that needs as much R&D time as a pin. Same risks as licensing the "next summer blockbuster" or the hot new TV show.
Seems to me if you're going to go with a license I'd go for the wider, proven, cult-ish licenses. Back to the Future, Little Shop of Horrors, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Big Lebowski, etc.
If you're going to go with a newer movie theme the license better be basically free and it better be a slam dunk. Think Top Gun, Fast & Furious, etc.
I'm not a Lego freak so, to me, a pin themed with Lego and the Lego movie characters would seem just like another version of the Hot Wheels pin. Certainly a wider audience that HW but still very limited.
Quoted from mpdpvdpin:Anyone notice an increased number of NIB Stern games showing up damaged? Just in the past few weeks I received a RUSH completely demolished. Cab cracked on three corners and the head hanging off the side. A friend of mine received a DP premium (which they were on a waitlist for two years) cabinet severely gouged in two places. Fuc# is going on? Fed ex noobs? Getting anxious about receiving games in the future.
Curious how you took shipment? Were you able to open the box before refusal? How did this go down (I ask because I have 3 games coming soon and could use some advice on how to accept and inspect a shipment)
Quoted from bouche03:Curious how you took shipment? Were you able to open the box before refusal? How did this go down (I ask because I have 3 games coming soon and could use some advice on how to accept and inspect a shipment)
Your distributor should give you clear instructions on what to do - if they haven't, reach out to them before you accept delivery.
Here are the instructions I got for a delivery I am expecting shortly (sorry for the ALL CAPS):
"*** PLEASE NOTE ***
THE SHIPMENT MUST BE UNBOXED AND THOROUGHLY INSPECTED (ALL FOUR SIDES, TOP, BOTTOM, ETC.) UPON ARRIVAL WHILE THE FREIGHT COMPANY IS STILL THERE. THERE CAN BE DAMAGE SUSTAINED BY DROPPING THE MACHINE WHICH MAY NOT BE OBVIOUS WITH A VISIBLE INSPECTION OF THE OUTSIDE PACKAGING.
IF THE DRIVER WILL NOT WAIT FOR YOU TO UNBOX THE FREIGHT, JUST NOTE 'UNABLE TO CHECK FOR CONCEALED DAMAGE' ON THE PAPERWORK HE WILL ASK YOU TO SIGN AND THEN SIGN.
IF THERE IS ANY DAMAGE WHATSOEVER, YOU MAY EITHER REFUSE THE SHIPMENT OR NOTE THE DAMAGE ON THE BILL OF LADING WHEN SIGNING FOR THE SHIPMENT.
IF THERE ARE NO NOTES DESCRIBING ANY DAMAGE OR "UNABLE TO CHECK FOR CONCEALED DAMAGE' NOTED ON THE SIGNED PAPERWORK, THEN THERE IS NO RECOURSE FOR AN INSURANCE CLAIM OF DAMAGE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL US AT xxx-xxx-xxxx OR CALL THE FREIGHT COMPANY'S CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER ABOVE.
AGAIN, DO NOT SIGN FOR THE MERCHANDISE UNTIL YOU ARE SATISFIED THAT IT HAS NOT BEEN DAMAGED IN TRANSIT - YOUR SIGNATURE ON THE BILL OF LADING WITHOUT NOTATIONS MEANS THAT THE MACHINE WAS RECEIVED CLEAR OF ANY SHIPPING DAMAGE.*****"
Quoted from TheClownpuncher:It could work but it seems when any type of manufacturer chases the "it" thing for kids they risk crashing and burning. Especially when you have a product that needs as much R&D time as a pin. Same risks as licensing the "next summer blockbuster" or the hot new TV show.
Seems to me if you're going to go with a license I'd go for the wider, proven, cult-ish licenses. Back to the Future, Little Shop of Horrors, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Big Lebowski, etc.
If you're going to go with a newer movie theme the license better be basically free and it better be a slam dunk. Think Top Gun, Fast & Furious, etc.
I'm not a Lego freak so, to me, a pin themed with Lego and the Lego movie characters would seem just like another version of the Hot Wheels pin. Certainly a wider audience that HW but still very limited.
Pokemon or Legos aren't going anywhere anytime soon
Quoted from crujones4life:Anyone else watch the classic romance that is BTTF 3 today? Doc and Clara ♡♡♡ Who's hype for Stern's BTTF?!
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This is a sign...
Pokemon COULD work, but there is just soooooooo much media and sooooooo many changes to the games over the years that they'd likely never win with the fandom. Maybe if they stuck with theming surrounding the initial generation or first and second generation to ride a nostalgia wave that will likely never completely wane, it would work. At the same time, I think it would be theming dud with the upper half of the pinball buyer age range. The generation of people that would "day one preorder" a Pokemon machine probably aren't quite ripe enough to spend $7-10k on such a luxury. Maybe in a few years. It would certainly get a TON of plays in barcades, though, so it would probably be great for ops. Current barcade crowd looks to be folks in their late 20s and up. People who have outgrown "clubs" but still want to socialize.
Lego as a theme would be cool, but I think it would have to be more of a timeless take, rather than a "The Lego Movie" theme. Lego as we know it now has been around since the 50's, so I'm sure there's a way to create a mass appeal theme around that. Personally, that would be a day-one purchase for me if it included theming that represented the 80s-90s-00s sets.
Either way - I don't see Stern being the one to produce either of those, at least not for at least a decade. They're making a killing on super hero pins, anything Star Wars, music pins, and their Netflix deal is due to yield another pin soon. They've got their formula and it seems to be working extremely well for them with no signs of slowing.
That’s why Stern should just make Pokémon a location game. Make one pro model and churn em out. My location allows kids so this theme is an absolute no brainer coin drop wise.
Quoted from aamauzy:Pokemon COULD work, but there is just soooooooo much media and sooooooo many changes to the games over the years that they'd likely never win with the fandom. Maybe if they stuck with theming surrounding the initial generation or first and second generation to ride a nostalgia wave that will likely never completely wane, it would work. At the same time, I think it would be theming dud with the upper half of the pinball buyer age range. The generation of people that would "day one preorder" a Pokemon machine probably aren't quite ripe enough to spend $7-10k on such a luxury. Maybe in a few years. It would certainly get a TON of plays in barcades, though, so it would probably be great for ops. Current barcade crowd looks to be folks in their late 20s and up. People who have outgrown "clubs" but still want to socialize.
Lego as a theme would be cool, but I think it would have to be more of a timeless take, rather than a "The Lego Movie" theme. Lego as we know it now has been around since the 50's, so I'm sure there's a way to create a mass appeal theme around that. Personally, that would be a day-one purchase for me if it included theming that represented the 80s-90s-00s sets.
Either way - I don't see Stern being the one to produce either of those, at least not for at least a decade. They're making a killing on super hero pins, anything Star Wars, music pins, and their Netflix deal is due to yield another pin soon. They've got their formula and it seems to be working extremely well for them with no signs of slowing.
Quoted from big-c66:Just from a couple of people I know that work in the industry n from a few distributors that have heard the same. Now it all could be smoke we will just have to wait n see. ...
Venom might make sense...
There's an unfinished Ritchie design out there and Venom would make a good sequel to the spider man pin.
Quoted from mpdpvdpin:That’s why Stern should just make Pokémon a location game. Make one pro model and churn em out. My location allows kids so this theme is an absolute no brainer coin drop wise.
I keep seeing the "kids" comments but arcade bars are filled with 21+ who will drop money as well, much more than kids. The prime demographic is like 25-35 now.
Agreed, it would earn like crazy with 5yo-35yo for sure.
Quoted from BasementFacts:I keep seeing the "kids" comments but arcade bars are filled with 21+ who will drop money as well, much more than kids. The prime demographic is like 25-35 now.
Quoted from Txcoastal1:This is a sign...
The concept looks stunning!!
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Quoted from aamauzy:They're making a killing on super hero pins, anything Star Wars, music pins, and their Netflix deal is due to yield another pin soon.
5ffd5dc00e82f02db54b9d66389f4021 (resized).jpgQuoted from doc5md:I was thinking about this... With all the Pokémon discussion, I think a Lego pin would be amazing. Kids would love it, and there is a huge adult Lego collector crowd. The Lego Movie characters could make great toys- think Metalbeard, Benny, a double decker couch somewhere. Just throwing out another idea for discussion
This would at least be the most and most easily modded machine. DIY Toys!!!
All the Jaws rumors started because of being the JP code name. I seriously doubt it ever happens (though I would be completely fine being proven wrong). I also just get the feeling Venom is a code name too. Cobra Kai would be the type of thing they would use "venom" for. Though the super hopeful part of me still hopes its Harry Potter, LOL. But if it's actually Venom, that would be awesome.
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Quoted from J85M:It would need a mystery machine somewhere, but stern could just take the TMNT van and reuse that somewhere.
Fast times at Ridgemont High
When you guys refer to “code words”, where does this code word originate from? For instance where did venom come from?
Quoted from jeffspinballpalace:What if Jaws is code for ….. ???
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Plausible! Namco has been loose with the license lately. Not sure how you could make a whole pin based on Pac-Man though. A multi-theme with other classic Namco games might work...
Quoted from BasementFacts:Plausible! Namco has been loose with the license lately. Not sure how you could make a whole pin based on Pac-Man though. A multi-theme with other classic Namco games might work...
Omg pac man would be a dream theme. The premium could be me. PAC man. Last pac pinball didn't vplay so great.
Quoted from Roostking:Pokemon or Legos aren't going anywhere anytime soon</blockquote
JAWS? This guy was in James Bond, right?? There you go...
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That’s the only Jaws I want to see in James Bond pinball.
Knuckles spin off along with Sonic 3 has just been confirmed. Let those come out so there’s more footage available and let’s have a Sonic pin in a couple of years.
The Homebrew is great but I wouldn’t mind a production machine using assets from the movies the character designs are fantastic and some crazy Jim Carey call-outs in there would make it a must buy!
5BE403FA-F2B1-4BE8-8E71-835B744EE776 (resized).jpegQuoted from BasementFacts:Plausible! Namco has been loose with the license lately. Not sure how you could make a whole pin based on Pac-Man though. A multi-theme with other classic Namco games might work...
They already did Mr & Ms Pacman and Baby Pac Man pins. It's a huge stretch, but it's not impossible.
Quoted from Mattyk:When you guys refer to “code words”, where does this code word originate from? For instance where did venom come from?
Sometimes it only becomes clear in hindsight. Here's a list of prior code words for pins...
Quoted from PinMonk:Sometimes it only becomes clear in hindsight. Here's a list of prior code words for pins...
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/what-will-be-the-next-stern-pinball-machine/page/415#post-6482253
So basically someone starts a rumor that “venom” is coming. Then we figure out it meant cobra kai or snakes on a plane or something. Got it
Quoted from Mattyk:So basically someone starts a rumor that “venom” is coming. Then we figure out it meant cobra kai or snakes on a plane or something. Got it
Venom has come from a number of reliable sources and some have said their distributor has confirmed it, always take it with a pinch of salt but I’m pretty excited at the potential of a Venom (comic based) pin.
Ottawa, ON
I didn't read many posts far back but hoping very much for The Witcher as the next Netflix license. Didn't think ot through outside of it being awesome as a game and show (personally haven't read any of the books just games/tv).
Quoted from blastbeat:I didn't read many posts far back but hoping very much for The Witcher as the next Netflix license. Didn't think ot through outside of it being awesome as a game and show (personally haven't read any of the books just games/tv).
Seemed pretty hopeful until they destroyed the TV show with The Witcher Season 2. It was a complete waste of time after a strong start with Season 1.
Quoted from PinMonk:Seemed pretty hopeful until they destroyed the TV show with The Witcher Season 2. It was a complete waste of time after a strong start with Season 1.
wow I totally disagree. Season 2 was awesome and way better than season 1 imho. Im a big witcher fan as Ive read many of the original material and have played through all the games/expansions.
Quoted from PinMonk:Seemed pretty hopeful until they destroyed the TV show with The Witcher Season 2. It was a complete waste of time after a strong start with Season 1.
I 100% completely disagree. I played all of the games and read almost everything for it and I thought season 2 was fantastic. I'm sorry that it "destroyed the tv show" for you. Maybe season 3 you will enjoy more.
Quoted from Lateralus:I 100% completely disagree. I played all of the games and read almost everything for it and I thought season 2 was fantastic. I'm sorry that it "destroyed the tv show" for you. Maybe season 3 you will enjoy more.
Well it seems we agree and appreciate the same books and video games. Heh
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