Stern
Stranger Things (Premium) Pinside Rating
This game received 234 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.439 /10
Stranger Things (Premium)
Top 100 ranking
This game ranks 2nd in the game group "Stranger Things". The group itself ranks #19 in the Pinside Pinball Top 100.
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 8.295
Artwork: 8.314
Sounds/Music: 8.297
Other Aspects: 8.588
Pinside staff rating
This is how we, the very knowledgeable (wink wink) Pinside.com staff & moderators rate this game. 1 of us has rated this game.
This title is part of group: "Stranger Things"
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7.616/10
44 days ago
Crofton, MD
Have had a premium for a few months now and have really been enjoying it. This is a Brian Eddy game that is a spiritual successor to Attack From Mars and Medieval Madness that falls short of both. You can definitely see liniar progress between these 3, but the toys are not as good, the shots are not as smooth, its not as replayable, and the package is not as good as those games... but thats okay as its a different game. The game fills the spirit of the show, and the UV kit adds a cool new dimension of a full second set of art in the game.
As far as gameplay goes, its mode based and the rules largely make sense. Light the TK locks and lock 3 balls for a multiball. Hit each shot 3 times to start a mode, with the first one being spotted by default for noobs. Hit the drops many times and fight the Demigorgen. Randomly hit targets to start demodog mode. They do a good job of making it possible to hit most of the objectives but making it difficult to hit all of them. Mine shipped by default with lanes wide open.
This machine has required more tweeking out of the box than any other I've had with the TK lock, right orbit, and drops all having to be adjusted multiple times to get everything to play right. Overall this is a good game that I'd put in the top half but not the very top of Stern game. Godzilla, Deadpool, and Jurassic Park are all solidly above this if you are reading this years down the line trying to decide on a machine. Its still a great game though and one I'm glad to have brought into my small collection.
As far as gameplay goes, its mode based and the rules largely make sense. Light the TK locks and lock 3 balls for a multiball. Hit each shot 3 times to start a mode, with the first one being spotted by default for noobs. Hit the drops many times and fight the Demigorgen. Randomly hit targets to start demodog mode. They do a good job of making it possible to hit most of the objectives but making it difficult to hit all of them. Mine shipped by default with lanes wide open.
This machine has required more tweeking out of the box than any other I've had with the TK lock, right orbit, and drops all having to be adjusted multiple times to get everything to play right. Overall this is a good game that I'd put in the top half but not the very top of Stern game. Godzilla, Deadpool, and Jurassic Park are all solidly above this if you are reading this years down the line trying to decide on a machine. Its still a great game though and one I'm glad to have brought into my small collection.
9.000/10
55 days ago
Amazing pinball experience all around. The light show, the Demogorgon shot, the projected images. Love it all.
The showstopper here is the Demogorgon shot. I can't wait to bash it over and over again, gives me the biggest rush when the ramp drops down.
Sure it has a simple layout that you've seen before. Left ramp, right ramp, target in the middle. But sometimes less is more. This game makes it up with all the extras, the sounds, the beautiful lighting. I'm not really a fan of any game that hides the pop bumbers in the back where you can barely see them, and even that didn't make me dislike this game.
This game would be bolted to my floor if I ever owned one. Excellent machine!
The showstopper here is the Demogorgon shot. I can't wait to bash it over and over again, gives me the biggest rush when the ramp drops down.
Sure it has a simple layout that you've seen before. Left ramp, right ramp, target in the middle. But sometimes less is more. This game makes it up with all the extras, the sounds, the beautiful lighting. I'm not really a fan of any game that hides the pop bumbers in the back where you can barely see them, and even that didn't make me dislike this game.
This game would be bolted to my floor if I ever owned one. Excellent machine!
9.440/10
68 days ago
Played this at a horror themed store a few miles from my house. The projector in front of the Demogorgon is really cool, and very unique. Whether you're a fan of Stranger Things or simply enjoy immersive pinball experiences, the Premium edition delivers in spades. I highly recommend playing or owning this machine.
9.660/10
82 days ago
The most fun game I have owned. Does a great job of immersing you into the theme. The UV kit is a must have and should have been included with the game. The left ramp that circles around and drops to the right flipper feels like butter. Hitting the Demogorgon never gets old. I am really enjoying the upgrades the premium adds to the feel/theme of the game. Overall the game play and theme just really go well together and I can't get enough. Super happy to have this title back in my lineup.
9.560/10
85 days ago
I have played the pro model many times and recently purchased the premium model. After playing both, the premium model is a must have for home use. My machine was from the recent December 2023 batch, and has been great out of the box.! My TK lock works perfect, after adjusting the focus on the projector and the line up process, everything has been great! This one won't be leaving the collection anytime soon that's for sure!
8.620/10
87 days ago
On my wishlist. It’s moments like the upside down and UV lighting that more pinball machines need to strive for.
North Vancouver, BC
6.378/10
5 months ago
not a good layout. way too many inserts on the PF. the ricochet down the middle is a game killer.
8.080/10
6 months ago
I am not a fan of the show and had no desire to play this game, but landed on it in an event and found myself not hating it. It has an Attack from Mars vibe, as the playfields are very similar. Side ramps, middle targets that transition away for you to destroy an object. The influence is plain. The projections are slick, but the game itself does seem repetitive. I find it fun to play here and there, but I wouldn't want to own it. Definitely not a bad effort at all, but I feel it has middle of the pack appeal when relating it to other games of this generation. The lighting and sound though are top notch.
8.480/10
8 months ago
Played the Pro and Premium on location. The game lacks a certain flow and was a tougher pin for me to flip. But man...after a few games getting oriented...this game is a blast. The shots are difficult, but not as tough as a Mandalorian. Some of the coolest moments in pinball are on this machine and are accessible to even novice players.
There may be nothing more fun than bashing the DemiGorgon...and when that ramp comes down it is "game on". The machine I played had some issues with the telekinesis mode...just a little clunky. The callouts aren't as bad as I've heard, but I can see that they may get a tad flat over time.
Would def say to spend the money and get the premium...the Pro is just pretty barren and the projector / UV kit upgrades are just AWESOME when you see them in person. I'm not a huge trap and shoot fan...but this one is fun enough that its on my "someday I need to own this" list.
There may be nothing more fun than bashing the DemiGorgon...and when that ramp comes down it is "game on". The machine I played had some issues with the telekinesis mode...just a little clunky. The callouts aren't as bad as I've heard, but I can see that they may get a tad flat over time.
Would def say to spend the money and get the premium...the Pro is just pretty barren and the projector / UV kit upgrades are just AWESOME when you see them in person. I'm not a huge trap and shoot fan...but this one is fun enough that its on my "someday I need to own this" list.
7.211/10
9 months ago
Beautiful looking game, beautiful sounding game but I just cannot get into the gameplay at all. Every single time I've played this pin I just want the game to end lol. There are some brutal shots up the middle that just bounce back SDTM and just some goofed geometry and somehow made it out of QA. I know there aren't many made and people love the IP but while the game looks great from across the room this is just not for me.
7.648/10
9 months ago
I struggle with games that put big things in the middle of the playfield that dont add to the game flow. I dont really understand the them behind the big screen in the middle and could hardly get through a few plays without want to move on to something more open. Sad that such a cool theme was wasted on a poor playfield layout.
8.880/10
1 year ago
Somain
UV kit, magnetic vertical ball lock - finally something new! And everything works!
rules are simple, easy access - super good flow.
Cleland sound tracks are a real plus
This pinball is just a MUST to have (UV kit is essential)
We can play endless :-)
rules are simple, easy access - super good flow.
Cleland sound tracks are a real plus
This pinball is just a MUST to have (UV kit is essential)
We can play endless :-)
8.860/10
1 year ago
Brisbane
All my reviews are going to follow a simple formula for those reading.
Number of shots to make - Pro's - Con's - Must Have Mods - What To Look For When Buying
To me this game is identical to the LE with a couple extra mods needed
Number of shots - 8 - high
Pro's:
* Projector and UV kit really unique and add to the gameplay experience
* Hitting the ball into the Demogorgon’s mouth extremely satisfying
* Lots of modes with good rule set
* Burn it back shot fun and fast shot
* Bullsh!t mode pretty funny
* Think AFM on steroids
Cons:
* Very similar layout to both AFM and MM
* Left scoop shot and right shot to pops rather unsatisfying
* TK Ball lock is very hit & miss.
* Feeds from left and right ball guides need to be adjusted
* Gameplay overall can grate quickly if not dialed in properly
* More high scores for modes etc would be a bonus
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Cleland sound mod an absolute must
* Dice shooter rod as the factory one lights up
* Titan glow rubber kit looks really cool as does perfect play purple, both react with UV kit
* Speaker Light kit
* Medisynal Mods platform set
* Powdercoat (metallic purple) and T Molding purple brings it close to LE standard
What To Look For When Buying
* Check for the amount of playfield dimples
* Make sure the Telekinesis lock is working properly and ball feeds are satisfactory
* Check playfield hours put in from a projector point of view
* UV kit has been installed
Number of shots to make - Pro's - Con's - Must Have Mods - What To Look For When Buying
To me this game is identical to the LE with a couple extra mods needed
Number of shots - 8 - high
Pro's:
* Projector and UV kit really unique and add to the gameplay experience
* Hitting the ball into the Demogorgon’s mouth extremely satisfying
* Lots of modes with good rule set
* Burn it back shot fun and fast shot
* Bullsh!t mode pretty funny
* Think AFM on steroids
Cons:
* Very similar layout to both AFM and MM
* Left scoop shot and right shot to pops rather unsatisfying
* TK Ball lock is very hit & miss.
* Feeds from left and right ball guides need to be adjusted
* Gameplay overall can grate quickly if not dialed in properly
* More high scores for modes etc would be a bonus
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Cleland sound mod an absolute must
* Dice shooter rod as the factory one lights up
* Titan glow rubber kit looks really cool as does perfect play purple, both react with UV kit
* Speaker Light kit
* Medisynal Mods platform set
* Powdercoat (metallic purple) and T Molding purple brings it close to LE standard
What To Look For When Buying
* Check for the amount of playfield dimples
* Make sure the Telekinesis lock is working properly and ball feeds are satisfactory
* Check playfield hours put in from a projector point of view
* UV kit has been installed
8.632/10
1 year ago
The game plays fast and is beautiful ! When you play with a good sound, you are in the story ! Great feeling and lot of fun !
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