Episode 249 – Hairy Edge

Harry Potter reveal and tariff crisis dominate industry conversation as manufacturers strategize pricing.

Ron Hallett and Bruce Nightingale discuss two major pinball announcements: Harry Potter game with three edition tiers ($9,999 Arcade Edition, $12,000 Wizard Edition, $15,000 Collector's Edition) featuring designer Eric Meunier, and widespread industry responses to Trump-era tariffs affecting European and Asian manufacturers. Multiple manufacturers announced tariff strategies, with Dutch Pinball delaying US shipments, Barrels of Fun attempting to absorb costs, and Pinball Brothers cutting production. Tim Sexton departure from Stern to Play Mechanics is also covered.