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Pokemon by Stern Pinball Making of Video

Video

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TL;DR

Stern's Pokemon pinball machine balances collecting, battling, exploration with accessible design and massive franchise appeal.

Synopsis

Stern Pinball official "Making of Pokemon" video showcases the design philosophy and development of their Pokemon pinball machine, featuring interviews with designers Jack Danger and George Gomez. The game incorporates 182 Pokémon characters at launch with plans for more, balances collecting, battling, and exploration mechanics across four biomes with rival encounters, and features iconic toys including a moving Pikachu and interactive Meowth balloon. The video emphasizes accessibility for all Pokémon generations while maintaining playfield flow and depth, and highlights the unprecedented reception and cross-generational appeal that has attracted non-pinball fans to the franchise.

Tags

  • Stern Pinball· company
  • Texas Pinball Festival· event
  • Pokemon· game
  • George Gomez· person
  • Jack Danger· person
  • Tanya Kleiss· person
  • Bulbasaur· product
  • Charmander· product
  • Meowth Balloon· product
  • Pikachu· product
  • Pokédex· product
  • Squirtle· product
  • Team Rocket· product