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Deadpool is Coming to a Pinball Machine Near You

Published Wed, 08 Aug 2018 20:40:32 -0500

No, it's not the plot of a mini-series written by Cullen Bunn! Deadpool is getting his own pinball machine, courtesy of Stern Pinball, and as revealed in a press release Wednesday.

A press release contains the finer details on this potentially life-changing (for someone) event:

Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, proudly announced today the availability of a new line of pinball machines celebrating Deadpool, the popular American comic book series published by Marvel Comics. Deadpool pinball machines will be available in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models. "Deadpool" is known as the "Merc with a Mouth" because of his talkative nature & is notorious for his outrageously funny offbeat humor which is featured throughout the game.

Players will be immersed in the Deadpool universe, teaming up with iconic X-Men characters Wolverine, Dazzler, Domino, and Colossus as they battle against infamous villains Juggernaut, Sabretooth, Mystique, Sauron, and Mr. Sinister. Players will also tag along with Deadpool on his time machine quests as he battles against the T-Rex and the Megalodon.

The machine features art by Zombie Yeti and voice acting as the titular Merc with a Mouth by Mouth Mercenary… er, voice actor Nolan North.

Now, if you truly are a pinball nerd… er, we mean wizard, then here's all the technical details:

Each game features a 3-bank drop target with a ball lock that's guarding a custom molded Lil' Deadpool bash toy target. In addition, all models include two stainless steel and wireform ramps with a Katana Sword ramp return. Deadpool pinball entertains with an amazing array of ninjas, vampires, and chimichangas, making it suitable for all skill levels.

The Premium and Limited Edition models feature an additional 8 drop targets, motorized disco ball with disco illumination effects, custom molded Wolverine and Dazzler action figures, and with a custom molded chimichanga truck time machine. In addition, these models include an actuated up/down ramp that feeds the right flipper from the left orbit, keeping the action continuous and fast. All Premium models will include a custom "Deadpool's Mix Tape" cassette featuring 11 original music tracks with sleeve art by Zombie Yeti.

The Limited Edition, limited to 500 units globally, includes additional unique features such as an exclusive mirrored backglass, anti-reflection pinball glass, shaker motor, exclusive art blades, and powder-coated metal flake Deadpool Red side armor, hinges, and front lockdown molding. All LE models will include a 12" Vinyl LP featuring 11 original music tracks with cover art by Zombie Yeti.

Complementing the immersive theme and exciting gameplay experience, Stern Pinball's powerful SPIKE™ electronics hardware system enables high-definition graphics and innovative animations on the high-definition video display. SPIKE™ reduces system complexity and energy usage resulting in enhanced reliability and simplified servicing. The state-of-the-art electronic system also powers a high-fidelity 3-channel audio system that is three times more powerful than audio systems of previous generations.

Sounds great! How much will one of these set you back?

MSRP for sales to USA end-users, before any VAT, GST, Sales Tax, Duties, or other taxes.

Pro Model: $US 5,999
Premium Model: $US 7,599
Limited Edition Model: $US 8,999

Okay, so about the price of a used automobile. Got it.

Head to Stern Pinball for more info.