Stern Pinball Unleashes Kong: Myth of Terror Island!

Hail to the King, baby! Stern Pinball has officially unleashed its newest pinball machine, Kong: Myth of Terror Island, and this beast is an absolute stunner! Coming hot off the heels of the gorgeous 70th-anniversary Black and White Godzilla pin, Kong looks like it’ll be a perfect addition to the pinball monster-verse.

 

 

For those unfamiliar with the wild (and admittedly pricey) world of pinball, it’s worth mentioning these machines can range dramatically in cost. Kong: Myth of Terror Island starts at $6,699 for the Pro Edition, a more budget-friendly (but slightly scaled back model. And for the deep pocketed fans, there’s the Limited Edition, coming in at a hefty $12,999, loaded with a lights, artwork, and a freaking animatronic Kong! But once you get your hands on one, you quickly realize where that money is going!

 

 

Even if buying your own machine isn’t in the cards, local arcades and pinball halls frequently add these games to their collections. I’ve personally been spending a ton of time at my local arcades lately, diving deep into the pinball culture and doing my part in supporting small arcade owners!

 

Features & Gameplay Highlights:

 

Stern has packed Kong: Myth of Terror Island with a tons of Kong goodness! Here’s everything you can expect:

 

• Three Available Models: Pro, Premium, and the exclusive Limited Edition (LE).
• Original Storyline: A King Kong narrative tailored specifically for pinball, complete with engaging gameplay integration.
• Animatronic King Kong: A custom-sculpted King Kong figure that dynamically reacts to player actions—truly bringing the monster to life on the playfield.
• Interactive Gong Target: Bash the gong to summon Kong into action!
• New York Train Car Lock Mechanism: Witness Kong flipping a NYC train car, activating an exhilarating multiball mode.
• Giant Spider in “The Pit”: A magnetic ball interaction that adds thrilling unpredictability to the game.
• Helix-shaped Biplane Ramp: A uniquely sculpted ramp featuring a custom-designed biplane toy.
• Secret River Ball Path: Discover a hidden route with an immersive log diverter.
• Four-Flipper Layout: Offering diverse angles and engaging gameplay strategies.
• Lost Temple Targets: A four-bank drop target with a hidden standup target to keep you on your toes.
• Kong Cave Scoop and Up-Kicker: Features vertical ball-launch action for intense gameplay moments.
• Punch-back Target: Fires balls right back at the player, keeping adrenaline high.
• Custom Multimedia: Original animations, music, immersive sound effects, and unique voice acting.
• Artwork by Industry Legends: Featuring the incredible illustrative talents of Kevin O’Connor, Greg Freres, and Jeremy Packer (Zombie Yeti).
• Celebrity Voice Cast: Featuring comedic voiceovers by Brian “Q” Quinn of Impractical Jokers, alongside talents Rick Zieff, Peter Mackenzie, and Scott Mosenson.

 

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