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EP 22 - What's Really Coming to Pinball in 2026?
Flip N Out Pinball Podcast
59 min
Summary
Flip N Out Pinball hosts speculate on 2026 pinball pipeline and debate design priorities for upcoming releases.
Greg Bone and Ken Cromwell of Flip N Out Pinball discuss the state of pinball in 2026 through late April, reflecting on a slower first half compared to late 2025's rapid-fire releases. They speculate on upcoming Stern Pinball (Transformers, Fallout, or AC/DC remaster rumored by mid-June), Jersey Jack Pinball (Sonic the Hedgehog most likely, with Matrix and Ghostbusters as alternatives), and Spooky Pinball (Goonies and Gremlins rumors) announcements, while debating game design philosophy and the appeal of potential remaster titles like Lord of the Rings and Ghostbusters.
Highlights
- 2026 has been a slow year so far with only Pokemon and Yukon Yeti as confirmed releases through April
- Stern Pinball has a new cornerstone game coming by mid-June 2026
- Transformers is the strongest rumor for Stern's next release, with Fallout and AC/DC remaster as secondary possibilities
- AC/DC remaster seems strongest among remaster possibilities, though other titles are floating around
- Sonic the Hedgehog is the big rumor for Jersey Jack Pinball next release with Steve Ritchie
- Spooky Pinball rumors include Goonies and Gremlins, with reveals toward end of 2026
- Barrels of Fun has also teased Goonies, creating confusion about which manufacturer has the license
- Metallica remaster was successful for Stern Pinball
- Ghostbusters (Premium) was the speaker's first new-in-box game purchase
- Ghostbusters (LE) flipper gap may have been an oversight in file transmission
Ken and Greg break down the latest rumors, upcoming releases, and the strategies behind game reveals and marketing. From potential titles at Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack Pinball, Spooky Pinball, and more, to the bigger picture around remakes, licensing, and community influence, this episode digs into where the industry is heading...and what might be getting overlooked. If you're following the rumors or trying to make sense of what's next, this one's for you. Consider purchasing your next pinball or arcade machine from Flip N Out Pinball Flip N Out Pinball USED INVENTORY on facebook HERE Contact Ken and Greg for sales and service at:
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