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This Dungeons & Dragons Pinball Machine Costs $7000 And Up

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Are you a D&D fan with seven thousand dollars lying around? Then….for the love of mimics, send it to the relief effort in LA. But if you have another seven thousand dollars, there’s also a mass-market pinball machine coming from Stern that costs that much — for starters.

Here’s the situation: “Players are chosen members of the Dragonshield Guild, trying todefeat the dragon queen Tiamat, who is hatching a plan to rise again, triggering the War of Dragons, with Xanathar, Balinor and Sammaster all fighting for power.” But this time, instead of rolling dice in turn-based combat sessions, you’re hitting Tiamat with a large metal ball. Over and over.

Lots of iconic creatures from D&D lore are represented somewhere on the board….you can trigger the aforementioned mimic by hitting a seemingly benign and inanimate treasure chest, and there’s a Gelatinous Cube that will freeze your ball for a few seconds. Rath the red dragon looks down on you from the top, and “intelligently reacts to player action with multi-axis motion.” There’s even a trap door that will take you to another layer of the dungeon / board. There’s a lot to see, do and hit here, and for seven grand there oughta be.

Voice actors who contributed to the game include Critical Role‘s Matthew Mercer, Laura Bailey, and Marisha Ray, Michael Dorn, Kevin Smith, Luke Gygax, Chris Prynoski, Brendon Small, Anthony Carboni, Mica Burton, and believe it or not, Gerard Way from My Chemical Romance. I suppose they all want to be paid, hence the price tag.

“We’re so excited for players to experience one of the most iconic and beloved franchises that is perfect for pinball,” said Seth Davis, President and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. “Get ready to roll through a D&D adventure like never before.”

So onto those prices. The $7000 edition is the “Pro Edition,” but there’s also a “Premium Edition” for $9,699 and the machine’s ultimate form, the “Limited Edition,” has just 740 machines in existence and costs $12,999.

Is it all worth it? Watch the video and be the judge. For most of us, though, watching it is all we can do, unless the local barcade gets one of these.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qFAKoVWVSE&feature=youtu.be

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#1 Jan 12, 2025

This feels like a niche product for people with too much money and not enough sense. Seven grand for a pinball machine? Even if it’s packed with features, that’s an absurd price for something that will probably gather dust after the initial excitement wears off. I love D&D, but I’d rather spend that kind of money on enhancing my actual campaigns or supporting new tabletop creators. The voice cast is impressive, though—guess they didn’t come cheap.

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#2 Jan 12, 2025

I don’t play pinball often, but this concept genuinely intrigues me. Turning D&D mechanics into pinball gameplay is pretty innovative, and the board design sounds intricate. The voice cast is also top-tier; it’s clear they went all out. That said, $7,000 is way out of my budget. I’m curious to see if local arcades or game bars will pick one up because I’d love to experience it without the hefty price tag.

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#3 Jan 12, 2025

This takes me back to when pinball machines were a staple of arcades, but this one really steps up the game. The idea of Rath reacting to the ball and multi-layered dungeon boards sounds amazing. I’m glad they’re keeping the spirit of D&D alive in such a unique way. That said, it’s a shame that the price makes it inaccessible for most fans. I’ll just hope my favorite retro arcade gets one.

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#4 Jan 12, 2025

Seven thousand dollars for a pinball machine that yells D&D references at you? Come on. This feels like yet another cash grab, preying on people’s nostalgia and love for the franchise. Pinball might be cool in certain settings, but I can’t imagine this being worth the price, even for hardcore fans. Just give me my dice, some friends, and a DM screen—no flashing lights needed.

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#5 Jan 12, 2025

It’s like taking the magic of a D&D campaign and distilling it into something you can play in an arcade. The thought of triggering a mimic or battling Tiamat with a metal ball is just delightful. It’s definitely out of reach for me financially, but I’m hoping it becomes a staple in gaming venues. I’d love to experience this in person someday but I am broke AF,

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#6 Jan 12, 2025

This sounds like a ton of fun, but that price tag is laughable.

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#7 Jan 12, 2025

For serious collectors, this pinball machine might just be the crown jewel. It’s more than a game—it’s a piece of art and a homage to one of the greatest franchises ever. The Premium and Limited Editions sound even more appealing, though $13,000 is no small price to pay. For me, it’s not just about playing; it’s about owning a piece of D&D history. I’ll have to start saving up or hope I get lucky finding one secondhand someday.

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