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Metallica Remastered Premium Pinball Machine

Turn your game room into a metal show. The Metallica Remastered Premium pinball machine by Stern Pinball takes the original 2013 Metallica table, one of the most respected music-themed pinball machines ever made, and rebuilds it with modern electronics, new gameplay content, and a lighting system that reacts to the music in real time. Original designers John Borg and Lyman Sheats laid the groundwork over a decade ago, and Stern brought John Borg back alongside software engineer Raymond Davidson to lead the update. RetroArcadeGames.us carries fully tested units for buyers across the USA.

The Story Behind the Metallica Remastered Premium Pinball

Metallica Pinball first launched in 2013 and quickly built a reputation as one of the best music-licensed pinball tables ever released, largely thanks to Lyman Sheats’ rule design and a genuinely fast, flowing layout. Metallica Remastered isn’t a reskin of that original game. Stern rebuilt the electronics on its modern Spike 2 platform, added a full-color LCD display, and worked directly with the band to select new live concert footage and speech callouts, all while keeping the core playfield geometry that made the original so well regarded among players.

What Makes This Pinball Machine Special

The Metallica Remastered Premium pinball machine keeps everything players loved about the original while adding real upgrades on top of it.

• Full-color LCD display with all-new animations and HD live concert video footage selected by the band.
• 22 songs total, eight more than the original release, with new supporting animations and movies for each.
• Sparky’s Electric Chair — a newly sculpted, articulated Sparky figure paired with an electric chair ball magnet that catches and throws the ball with special effects.
• Over 1,000 new speech calls, including new callouts recorded by the band members themselves.
• Two new hand-drawn art packages by longtime Metallica artist Rhys Cooper.
• Two new game modes built around the band’s most recent albums, 72 Seasons and Hardwired… to Self-Destruct.
• New “Blackened” Wizard Mode, joining the game’s other signature modes.
• Improved Hammer mechanism and mechanical refinements throughout the playfield for better reliability.
• Expression Lighting compatibility — the cabinet supports an accessory lighting kit with RGB LEDs that sync to game events and song playback.

Stern’s Insider Connected platform also unlocks extra content on this machine, including the “Crank It Up” challenge modes and the “End of the Line” Wizard Mode as connected-only challenges.

Technical Specifications of Metallica Remastered Premium Pinball

Because this is a Premium model, note that the Expression Lighting system is available as an accessory upgrade rather than a standard inclusion, unlike the Limited Edition where it ships built in.

Premium vs. Limited Edition

Stern released Metallica Remastered in two tiers, and the differences are worth knowing before you decide which one fits your collection.

• Premium Edition — includes the full gameplay experience: the new LCD, 22 songs, Sparky’s Electric Chair, and all core mechanical upgrades. The Expression Lighting system is available as an add-on accessory rather than a built-in feature.
• Limited Edition (LE) — capped at 500 units globally, the LE includes Expression Lighting and Speaker Expression Lighting as standard equipment, a mirrored Remastered backglass, an upgraded audio system, a shaker motor, anti-reflection playfield glass, a designer-autographed bottom arch, a sequentially numbered plaque, and a signed Certificate of Authenticity.

For buyers focused purely on gameplay, the Premium delivers the full rule set and toy upgrades. Collectors chasing extras like the built-in lighting system and numbered authenticity plaque tend to lean toward the LE.

Why This Metallica Remastered Premium Pinball Still Matters to Collectors and Fans

Metallica’s back catalog spans over four decades, and this machine is built to represent that history rather than lean on just one album or era. The addition of songs from 72 Seasons and Hardwired… to Self-Destruct keeps the track list current for newer fans, while the preserved playfield geometry keeps longtime players who loved the original 2013 layout right at home. Combined with the band’s direct involvement in selecting footage and recording new speech, it’s one of the more authentic music-license pinball machines on the market.

Buying Your Metallica Remastered Premium Pinball Machine from Us

We run both a physical shop and an online store, and every Metallica Remastered Premium pinball machine we list goes through the same process before it’s offered for sale.

• Full testing and refurbishing — Sparky’s Electric Chair, the Hammer mechanism, and the LCD display are all checked before any unit ships.
• Nationwide USA shipping — accurate freight quotes for your location, with white-glove delivery available.
• In-store viewing — local buyers can see the game, and hear it, running before they take it home.
• Trade-in options — apply an existing arcade or pinball machine toward your purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s new in Metallica Remastered compared to the original 2013 game?

Metallica Remastered adds a full-color LCD display, 22 songs (8 more than the original), over 1,000 new speech calls, a newly sculpted Sparky figure, two new game modes based on recent albums, a new Blackened Wizard Mode, and modern Spike 2 electronics, while keeping the original’s core playfield layout.

What’s the difference between Metallica Remastered Premium Pinballand Limited Edition?

The Premium includes the full gameplay experience with Expression Lighting available as an accessory upgrade. The Limited Edition, capped at 500 units globally, includes Expression Lighting as standard equipment along with a mirrored backglass, shaker motor, numbered plaque, and a signed Certificate of Authenticity.

Who designed the Metallica Remastered Premium Pinball?

The original 2013 game was designed by John Borg and Lyman Sheats. Stern brought John Borg back to lead the Remastered update, working alongside software engineer Raymond Davidson.

Is Metallica Remastered good for players who owned the original game?

Yes. The core playfield geometry and flow from the original 2013 release are preserved, so the game still feels familiar, while the added songs, modes, and mechanical upgrades give returning players plenty of new content to explore.

Does the machine come with a warranty?

Yes. Every unit we sell is inspected and refurbished in-house, and it’s backed by our warranty plus ongoing support for setup, troubleshooting, or replacement parts.

Can I see the machine in person before I buy it?

Yes. Local buyers are welcome to visit our shop and play the Metallica Remastered Premium pinball machine before purchase. Out-of-state buyers can request photos or a video walkthrough before we arrange shipping.

Ready to Bring the Show Home?

The Metallica Remastered Premium pinball machine pairs one of pinball’s most respected rule sets with a genuine, band-approved presentation upgrade. Reach out today to check current availability and get a straight answer on condition and pricing.

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