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  1. By Flipcommons Catalog

    The manual covers the Limited Edition and the Premium in one document - its title sheet lists both model numbers. The classification to a standard floor cabinet follows from the documented full-size dimensions.

    cabinet
    Floor
    Stern Pinball https://wp.sternpinball.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pokemon_LE_Pre_web.pdf (printed page 72, PDF document page 72, in the SPECIFICATIONS, MECHANICAL, GAME SETUP table)
    Weight 210 lbs [...] Max dimensions, leg levelers extended (h, w, d) 78 x 27.75 x 57 in
  2. By Flipcommons Catalog
    manufacturer_model_identifier
    500-55AH-01
    Stern Pinball https://wp.sternpinball.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pokemon_LE_Pre_web.pdf (PDF document page 1, the title sheet)
    POKÉMON PREMIUM #500-55AH-01
  3. By Flipcommons Catalog

    On the feature matrix sheet, the PREM column carries a checkmark for the rows: Left ramp feeds the Squirtle Whirlpool bowl for spinning ball action. When qualified, the Squirtle Whirlpool charges up water energy

    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Whirlpools
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball (in the Edition Comparison section)
    Premium/LE adds the Squirtle Whirlpool spinning bowl that charges water energy.
  4. By Flipcommons Catalog
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Magnets
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/2026/02/13/become-a-top-pokemon-trainer-with-stern-pinballs-newest-line-of-machines
    Premium and Limited Edition games include an interactive electromagnet that adds chaos to the battle arena.
  5. By Flipcommons Catalog
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Ball Locks
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/game/pokemon/premium
    Animatronic Poké Ball ball-lock with RGB illumination at the Left Ramp.
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Ball-Holding Toys
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/game/pokemon/premium
    Animatronic Poké Ball ball-lock with RGB illumination at the Left Ramp.
  6. By Flipcommons Catalog
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Animatronic Toys
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/game/pokemon/premium
    Pikachu animatronic toy reacts to playfield action with movement and custom recorded speech.
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/game/pokemon/premium
    Animatronic Poké Ball ball-lock with RGB illumination at the Left Ramp.
  7. By Flipcommons Catalog

    On the feature matrix sheet, the PREM column carries a checkmark for the rows: Custom animations on larger, 18.5" full HD display

    display_type
    LCD Screen
    Stern Pinball https://wp.sternpinball.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PANTS-Matrix-added-%C2%A9_021226.pdf (PDF document page 1)
    Custom animations on larger, 18.5" full HD display.
  8. By Flipcommons Catalog

    SPIKE 3 is Stern's computerized game platform, thus solid-state.

    technology_generation
    Solid State
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/2026/02/13/become-a-top-pokemon-trainer-with-stern-pinballs-newest-line-of-machines
    Powered by Stern's SPIKE 3 technology, this dynamic machine brings the thrill of catching, battling rivals and training Pokémon in the silverball arena for the very first time.
  9. By Flipcommons Catalog

    On the feature matrix sheet, the PREM column carries a checkmark for the rows: 6 pinballs; Stereo sound system with 3-channel amplifier

    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Balls
    Count
    6
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Stereo Sound
  10. By Flipcommons Catalog

    On the feature matrix sheet, the PREM column carries a checkmark for the rows: Powder-coated black wrinkle finish hand guard side armor, hinges, front lockdown molding and legs; Multifunction Action Button on lockdown bar

    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Side Armor
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Lockdown Bar Buttons
  11. By Flipcommons Catalog
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Speech
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/2026/02/13/become-a-top-pokemon-trainer-with-stern-pinballs-newest-line-of-machines
    Bringing the experience to life even further, custom voiceovers for Pikachu and the notorious Team Rocket leader, Giovanni, captures the spirit and humor that fans know and love.
  12. By Flipcommons Catalog
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Bash Toys
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/2026/02/13/become-a-top-pokemon-trainer-with-stern-pinballs-newest-line-of-machines
    The interactive Meowth Balloon toy swoops down onto the battle arena to challenge the Trainer.
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball
    An interactive Meowth Balloon descends to the playfield arena during battle sequences — Team Rocket's signature Meowth as a physical target to bash.
  13. By Flipcommons Catalog

    On the feature matrix sheet, the PREM column carries a checkmark for the rows: Hit Pokédex captive ball to scan Pokémon; Town themed right scoop starts Rival Battles and other features; Complete B-A-T-T-L-E targets to advance in game and start Team Rocket Multiball; Bulbasaur outer left orbit leads to the back ramp and returns the ball to the right flipper; Right ramp encircles Pikachu toy to advance to Pikachu multiball. Feeds wire ramp back to right flipper; Charmander optical spinning target enters Tall Grass themed pop bumper area of playfield where players can discover Pokémon; 2 flippers; 2 lit pop bumpers; Full-spectrum RGB LED playfield arrow inserts

    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Captive Ball
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Scoops
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Targets
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Multiball
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Orbits
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Ramps
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Optical Spinners
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Flippers
    Count
    2
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    Pop Bumpers
    Count
    2
    gameplay_feature
    Gameplay feature
    RGB Playfield Inserts
  14. By Flipcommons Catalog
    credit
    Person
    Josh Henderson
    Role
    Software
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball (in the Design Team section)
    Code: Tanio Klyce, Andrew Wilkening, Josh Henderson
  15. By Flipcommons Catalog
    credit
    Person
    Andrew Wilkening
    Role
    Software
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball (in the Design Team section)
    Code: Tanio Klyce, Andrew Wilkening, Josh Henderson
  16. By Flipcommons Catalog
    credit
    Person
    Tanio Klyce
    Role
    Software
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball (in the Design Team section)
    Code: Tanio Klyce, Andrew Wilkening, Josh Henderson
  17. By Flipcommons Catalog
    credit
    Person
    George Gomez
    Role
    Design
    Stern Pinball https://wp.sternpinball.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PANTS-Matrix-added-%C2%A9_021226.pdf (PDF document page 1)
    Individually Autographed by Game Designers Jack Danger and George Gomez.
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball (in the Design Team section)
    Design: Jack Danger, George Gomez
    Arcade Heroes https://arcadeheroes.com/2026/02/13/gotta-catch-em-all-stern-pinball-officially-unveils-pokemon
    this was designed by Jack Danger and George Gomez
  18. By Flipcommons Catalog
    credit
    Person
    Jack Danger
    Role
    Design
    Stern Pinball https://wp.sternpinball.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PANTS-Matrix-added-%C2%A9_021226.pdf (PDF document page 1)
    Individually Autographed by Game Designers Jack Danger and George Gomez.
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball (in the Design Team section)
    Design: Jack Danger, George Gomez
    Arcade Heroes https://arcadeheroes.com/2026/02/13/gotta-catch-em-all-stern-pinball-officially-unveils-pokemon
    this was designed by Jack Danger and George Gomez
  19. By Flipcommons Catalog
    system
    Stern SPIKE 3
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/2026/02/13/become-a-top-pokemon-trainer-with-stern-pinballs-newest-line-of-machines
    Powered by Stern's SPIKE 3 technology, this dynamic machine brings the thrill of catching, battling rivals and training Pokémon in the silverball arena for the very first time.
    Stern Pinball https://wp.sternpinball.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PANTS-Matrix-added-%C2%A9_021226.pdf (PDF document page 1)
    This one-of-a-kind pinball experience is powered by Stern's next-generation technology with the new SPIKE 3 platform.
  20. By Flipcommons Catalog
    game_format
    Pinball
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/2026/02/13/become-a-top-pokemon-trainer-with-stern-pinballs-newest-line-of-machines
    revealed and released a new pinball machine – Pokémon by Stern Pinball
  21. By Flipcommons Catalog
    production_status
    Produced
    Stern Pinball https://www.sternpinball.com/2026/02/13/become-a-top-pokemon-trainer-with-stern-pinballs-newest-line-of-machines
    Pokémon by Stern Pinball is available now in Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models.
    Kineticist https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-pinball-reveals-pokemon-pinball (in the Production Timeline section)
    Limited Edition builds follow shortly after, with Premium models scheduled to begin production later in March.
  22. By moses
    theme
    Theme
    Licensed
  23. By moses
    theme
    Theme
    Anime
  24. By OPDB
    abbreviation
    Value
    Pokemon
    name
    Pokémon (Premium)
    opdb_id
    GV8wB-MRjKd-AOVy7
    production_month
    2
    production_year
    2026
  25. By Flipcommons Catalog
    corporate_entity
    Stern Pinball, Incorporated (1999-present)
    name
    Pokémon (Premium)
    opdb_id
    GV8wB-MRjKd-AOVy7
    slug
    pokemon-premium
    title
    Pokémon