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Stern Pinball builds full-size pinball machines, and the tables here are the home editions on Amazon. Pick a theme and a Pro or Premium edition. Every machine links to its own Amazon page.

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Galaxy Run: a mini pinball game

Three balls, three pop bumpers, two slingshots and four top lanes. Light all four lanes to raise your bonus multiplier, and nudge the table if the ball hangs, but nudge too hard and it tilts.

Left flipper
← Z or tap the left side
Right flipper
→ / or tap the right side
Plunger
Hold Space or the Launch button, release to fire
Nudge
N or the Nudge button

Scoring

Pop bumper100
Side target250
Slingshot50
Top lane500
All four lanes2,000 and a higher bonus multiplier, up to x5

Tips

  • The first launch of each ball is covered by a short ball save.
  • Catch the ball on a raised flipper, then let go to aim a shot.
  • Hit with the tip of the flipper for a harder shot across the table.
  • Save the nudge for a ball that hangs in place.

A fan-made toy for fun. It is not made by or affiliated with Stern Pinball. Your best score stays in this browser.

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Pinball 101

Eight words that explain what is happening on the playfield. The table slopes toward you, about 6.5 degrees on a typical machine, and gravity does the rest.

Flippers
The two paddles at the bottom. Timing them is the whole game.
Pop bumpers
Round mushrooms that kick the ball away and ring up points.
Slingshots
The kickers above the flippers that fire the ball straight back up the table.
Ramps
Raised lanes that carry the ball up and around, usually for a big award.
Drop targets
Banks of standing targets. Knock down the whole bank for a bonus.
Spinner
A flap that spins as the ball rushes through. Each spin scores.
Multiball
Several balls in play at once. Every table builds toward this moment.
Tilt
Shove the machine too hard and a sensor ends your ball. The mini game has one too.

From Chicago to your game room

  1. 1977

    Stern Electronics opens in Chicago

    Pinball is moving from clicking relays to solid-state electronics, and Stern builds tables for the new era.

  2. 1980–81

    The arcade floor takes over

    Stern's video games Berzerk and Scramble become arcade staples, with pinball still a core business.

  3. 1985

    The original company closes

    The 1980s arcade crash ends Stern Electronics, but Chicago pinball does not stop.

  4. 1999

    Stern Pinball is born

    Gary Stern founds today's Stern Pinball, which takes over Sega's pinball business and keeps real tables rolling.

  5. Today

    Licensed themes, color screens, online play

    Full-size machines for Fallout, Pokémon, Star Wars, Rush and more, with Insider Connected tracking your progress.

Today's Stern Pinball is a separate company from the original Stern Electronics. This site is independent and is not affiliated with either.

Pro or Premium?

FeaturePro EditionPremium Edition
SizeAbout 55 x 27 x 75.5 inAbout 55 x 27 x 75.5 in
The gameCore rules, music and screenSame game, plus extras on the playfield
ExtrasStandard playfieldAdded toys and mechanisms, like Fallout's Vault lower playfield
OnlineInsider Connected on most titlesInsider Connected on most titles
Pick it ifYou want the full game at the entry pointYou want the showpiece version of the table

Based on the Amazon listings for the machines below. Each Premium adds different extras, so check the listing of the table you like.

Before you buy a pinball machine

  1. Measure the route

    A full-size machine is about 55 inches long. Check doorways, stairs and turns before it arrives.

  2. Plan for the weight

    Listings give about 250 lb, and Rush Premium about 280 lb. Plan on two people.

  3. Give it room to play

    Leave space to stand at the front and to reach the sides for a nudge.

  4. Find a level floor

    The legs adjust, but the machine plays best on solid, even ground near a power outlet.

Stern Pinball questions

What is the difference between Pro and Premium?

Premium Editions add extra playfield and cabinet features. On Fallout, for example, the Premium Edition adds a Vault lower playfield with Magna-Flip, a multi-axis Fat Man launcher and a sculpted Deathclaw bash toy. Check each listing for its own differences.

What is Insider Connected?

It is Stern’s online platform for its newer machines. The listings say it tracks your progress and achievements: Fallout tracks your S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stats, and Pokémon syncs the Pokémon you catch to an online collection and app.

How big are these machines?

Most listings give 55 x 27 x 75.5 inches and about 250 pounds. The Rush Premium listing gives 280 pounds. They are full-size machines, so check your space and the delivery details on Amazon.

Where do I buy these?

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Looking for something else?

Stern Pinball has more than fits on this page. Its store on Amazon lists the full range.

Browse the Stern Pinball store on Amazon

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