Stranger Things Pinball Machine
Shipping & Delivery
Overview
Stern's Stranger Things pinball drops players into Hawkins, Indiana — supernatural events, government secrets, and dimensional gates. The gameplay focuses on unraveling the mysteries surrounding the Hawkins National Laboratory and helping Eleven close the gate to the Upside Down.
All editions feature Mike, Lucas, Dustin, Will, Joyce, and Police Chief Jim Hopper as character modes. The Premium and Limited Edition cabinets add a first-of-its-kind video projector that displays images and animations directly onto the playfield surface — a feature that does not appear on the Pro cabinet.
Manufacturer & Distribution
Construction
The Pro is the standard production cabinet. The Premium adds the playfield video projector, additional mechanical features, and upgraded cabinet armor. The projector is the most material difference between editions.
The Premium and LE cabinets include a first-of-its-kind video projector mounted above the playfield. The projector displays images and animations directly onto the playfield surface — creating dramatic visual interactions with gameplay action.
Hawkins Lab serves as the cabinet's narrative spine. The mode tree branches out through supernatural events, government secret programs, and the dimensional gate sequence that drives the late-game wizard mode.
Eleven's telekinetic abilities are tied to specific shot mechanics that mirror her on-screen power use. The Demogorgon serves as the cabinet's primary antagonist mode.
Mike, Lucas, Dustin, Will, Joyce, and Police Chief Jim Hopper each anchor character-specific modes. Players progress through individual character storylines en route to the gate-closure sequence.
Powered by Stern's SPIKE platform with Insider Connected for global leaderboards, operator analytics, and network-delivered firmware updates.
Buyer's Guide
Pro versus Premium is the main purchase decision. The Pro is Stern's standard production cabinet with the base feature set. The Premium adds the title-specific mechanical features called out in the construction section and upgraded cabinet armor. Rules and core gameplay are identical between editions.
Limited Edition (LE) cabinets are produced in numbered runs and are not always available at retail. For operators or collectors who specifically need an LE, contact Game Room Empire for current allocation — LE pricing is not listed on this page.
Stern Insider Connected is included on all current Stern production. Operators running multiple Stern titles can manage all cabinets through a single operator portal — meaningful for routes and FECs running multi-title programs.
Standard Stern cabinet dimensions apply: 27 in W x 55 in D x 75.5 in H installed and 31 in x 31 in x 56 in shipping crate at 280 lb. Plan delivery accordingly.
Specifications
Cabinet — Installed
Cabinet — Shipping
Editions
Platform
Manufacturer & Distribution
FAQ
What is the difference between Pro and Premium?
The Pro is the standard production cabinet with the base feature set. The Premium adds the title-specific mechanical features called out in the construction section and upgraded cabinet armor. Rules and core gameplay are identical between editions.
Is there a Limited Edition (LE) available?
Stern produces an LE in a numbered run, but LE allocation is not always available at retail. Contact Game Room Empire for current availability and pricing if specifically required.
What is Stern Insider Connected?
Insider Connected is Stern's online platform for player score tracking, challenges, and global leaderboards. Operators also receive analytics, marketing tools, and remote diagnostics through the same connection.
What are the cabinet dimensions?
Installed: 27 in W x 55 in D x 75.5 in H, 250 lb. Shipping: 31 in x 31 in x 56 in, 280 lb.
What electronics platform does the cabinet use?
Stern's SPIKE platform — the same electronics infrastructure used across Stern's current production lineup.
How is software updated?
Software updates are delivered through Stern Insider Connected over the cabinet's network connection. Operators can also load updates manually through USB if a cabinet is offline.