Stern Pinball and The Pokémon Company Team Up for a New Arcade Machine
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Stern Pinball has revealed a new Pokémon pinball machine that lets players catch creatures and complete a pinball Pokédex on the arcade floor.
Stern Pinball is bringing the world of catching pocket monsters to the arcade floor with an official Pokémon pinball machine. Announced in early June 2026 and reported by IGN South Africa, the upcoming cabinet blends traditional physical pinball mechanics with the core collection loop that fans have loved for decades. Players can expect to fill out a dedicated pinball Pokédex as they hit targets and trigger special table events.
For modern players, this crossover hits right at the intersection of nostalgia and arcade culture. While digital adaptations like the classic Game Boy spin-off Pokémon Pinball captured our attention years ago, there is something special about seeing physical tables make a modern comeback. It gives local arcades and community spaces a fresh anchor title that appeals to both longtime collectors and younger fans who know the franchise primarily through mobile and Switch releases.
As location based entertainment continues to find its footing alongside our home setups, physical crossovers like this offer a fun excuse to step away from the desk and play side by side. Pricing and exact release dates are still rolling out, but the prospect of completing a physical pinball Pokédex is already giving us a reason to keep some quarters handy. You can check out the original details over at IGN South Africa.
Source: IGN South Africa
Tags: Pokemon, Pinball, Arcade, Stern Pinball, Gaming News
Original article: IGN South Africa