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Star Wars fandom and pinball passion collide in Stern Pinball’s latest release: Star Wars: Fall of The Empire. Designed by veteran John Borg and built on the new SPIKE 3 platform, this machine pulls in major moments from Return of the Jedi, offering sculpted toys, cinematic modes, and visually rich gameplay. We’ll walk you through what sets this pinball machine apart, how its three model editions differ, and why it’s poised to be a new preservation classic.
A Pinball Experience Like No Other
This isn’t just another Star Wars‑branded playfield. Stern has loaded Fall of The Empire with interactive, story‑driven features: take down the AT‑AT by firing the tow cable from the snowspeeder; destroy the Death Star II in multiball after lowering its shields; evade capture by escaping Cloud City via hyperspace ramps; descend into Jabba’s Sarlacc Pit; battle waves of Stormtroopers and TIE Fighters; and even “use the Force” to trigger a magnetic ball saver—an homage to MagnaSave that’s been upgraded.*
The artwork and audio deepen the immersion. There’s over 1,000 film and audio assets, Chris Bartlett voicing C‑3PO, vibrant cabinet illustrations, and launch‑quality visuals shown on an 18.5‑inch full HD screen. Everything sounds deeply cinematic thanks to a new audio system; it doesn’t just look like Star Wars, it feels like it.
*Note that several of these features are only available on the Premium and LE models. Refer to our Premium listing to see what features those are.
SPIKE 3 Technology: What’s Under the Hood
Fall of The Empire introduces Stern’s SPIKE 3 electronics platform. This means you’ll get:
- larger, full HD, true‑color display
- smoother processor performance
- enhanced Wi‑Fi support and wireless headphone output
- better power handling and system efficiency
These technical upgrades are tangible: faster transitions, sharper animations, and more stable performance during multiball and intense lighting effects. It’s as close as pinball gets to modern console showpieces.
Editions Compared: Pro, Premium, Limited Edition
Stern offers Fall of The Empire in three tiers, each progressively more deluxe:
- Pro Edition: The base build. Includes core sculpted toys (AT‑AT, Millennium Falcon, Jabba, etc.), the new ball saver for normal play, and fully voiced audio and art. MSRP: $6,999.
- Premium Edition: Adds enhanced sculpted features: a motorized AT‑AT Walker, Hyperspace lift ramp, sculpted TIE Fighter with spotlight, upgraded lighting and arch hardware. MSRP: $9,699.
- Limited Edition (LE): Limited to 770 units initially. Everything premium has, plus elite cosmetics and hardware: Expression Lighting System™, mirrored backglass, custom armor, shaker motor, signed plaque, exclusive decals, upgraded glass and finishes. MSRP: $12,999.*
Each version builds on the feature set, so if you want maximum spectacle (and are willing to invest), the LE is the standout. But even the Pro model carries enough of the premium experience to impress.
*Please call us for exact pricing. Also, we do not list the Limited Edition due to it being limited to 770 units and cannot guarantee availability. However, if you are interested in it, please call us and we can check. Otherwise, the Premium model is available and a good alternative.
Where It’s Available
The machine is released now in select markets: United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Mexico, Chile. Other regions will follow. Stern has made clear that runs are limited—especially for the Premium and LE tiers—so if you want one of the special editions, it’s smart to preorder.
Collectors should note the LE’s exclusivity: numbered badge, Certificate of Authenticity, and elements like mirrored glass and special lighting make it a “show piece” on display even when it’s not firing multiball.
Star Wars: Fall of The Empire is a modern marvel of pinball engineering. With cinematic moments, sculpted toys, upgraded visuals and sound, and a clear tiered structure for different collectors, it’s a machine made for both serious play and serious showcase.
If you want to enjoy every spark, ramp shot, dramatic multiball moment with peak fidelity, control, and collectability, the Premium or Limited Edition deliver on the showmanship. And for purists, even the Pro model ensures the core of the Stern Star Wars experience is unmistakable.
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