Today at noon Eastern Jersey Jack Pinball officially launched its newest game, "Avatar: The Battle for Pandora."
In the game, players play the role of one of the natives of Pandora, the Na'vi and battle along with well-known characters from the movie like Jake and Sully against invaders.
Callouts in the game were done by actor Stephen Lang, who plays the role of Colonel Quaritch in the Avatar films.
The game features two lower playfields, 6 flippers (3 Full and 3 Mini), 2 McFarlane sculpts, an animated AMP Suit sculpture, an infinity mirror ball lock, Crab Suit and Hallelujah Mountain sculpts, RGB-UV LED lighting and more.
It will be available in two versions, the Limited Edition, priced at $12,000 and limited to 5,000 units and the Collector's Edition, which is priced at $15,000 and limited to 1,000 units.
Both models come with RadCal cabinet art a UV-reactive playfield, back panel and plastics, shaker motor and Invisiglass.
The Collector's Edition also includes an exclusive hologram topper, Na'vi arrow shooter rod, external lightning, hydro-dipped armor and Tri-Tone illuminated backglass art.
Below is the official Jersey Jack press release, pictures and video of the game. I can't wait to play it!
"CHICAGO, IL (September 12th, 2024) – Jersey Jack Pinball (JJP) is thrilled to
announce the highly anticipated release of Avatar: The Battle for Pandora Limited
Edition and Collector’s Edition pinball machines. Play as one of the Na’vi, joining Jake
Sully and Neytiri, in an epic battle for Pandora.
“Avatar is a groundbreaking and beloved cinematic experience. We’re excited to bring
the Avatar franchise to pinball with an incredible game that will captivate players of all
generations,” says company founder “Jersey” Jack Guarnieri. “This collaboration allows
us to create a unique, modern pinball machine for players of all ages and skill levels.”
Experience the magic of Avatar: The Battle for Pandora
Avatar: The Battle for Pandora pinball, features voice-over work by actor Stephen Lang, reprising his iconic role as Colonel Quaritch. Throughout the game, Quaritch guides you with custom narration, intensifying the gameplay experience. The adventure is enriched by memorable scenes from both films and an original soundtrack that blends the harmonious sounds of Pandora with the powerful themes of the Avatar series.
The Avatar Films
The Avatar phenomenon, driven by James Cameron's groundbreaking vision and
Lightstorm Entertainment's innovative technology, made an unprecedented impact on
the film industry and global culture. Released in 2009, Avatar became the highest-
grossing film of all time, setting new records and revolutionizing the use of 3D
technology and visual effects. Its blockbuster success demonstrated the power of
cutting-edge filmmaking and solidified its place in cinematic history, leading to a
resurgence in interest in 3D cinema and inspiring a highly anticipated franchise. The
sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water, released in 2022, continues the epic saga by
exploring new frontiers within Pandora’s oceans and introducing fresh cultures and
characters. Building on the groundbreaking success of its predecessor, Avatar 2
combines stunning visual effects with a compelling narrative, further developing the
story of Jake Sully and Neytiri while pushing the boundaries of technological innovation and reaffirming the franchise’s status as a major force in global entertainment.
“We’re thrilled to see the world of Avatar come to life in an entirely new way through this incredible game. It’s exciting to watch the magic of Pandora reach fans in such an
interactive and immersive format,” said Joshua Izzo, Executive Vice President,
Franchise Development at Lightstorm Entertainment.
Award-Winning designs
Experience the brilliance and intensity of this dynamic, combo-driven playfield, crafted by JJP’s acclaimed design team, led by Mark Seiden.
Jersey Jack’s cutting-edge, industry-leading platform features proprietary technology
that captivates players, delivering an immersive experience with stunning light shows,
animations, and scenes from the Avatar films.
Collector’s and Limited Editions
The Limited Edition features blue powder-coated armor, exclusive RadCal™ cabinet
artwork, UV-reactive (bioluminescent) playfield, back panel, and plastics, a dual acrylic
LED-lit topper, an interactive shaker motor for haptic feedback, Invisiglass™, and
individually numbered edition plaques. Priced at $12,000, it is limited to 5,000 units.
The highly sought-after Collector’s Edition includes an exclusive hologram topper, arrow shooter knob, industry-first hydro-dipped armor, UV-reactive (bioluminescent) inks, RadCal cabinet art package, Tri-Tone illuminated backglass art, external lighting, and signatures from Mark Seiden and Jersey Jack himself. This model is priced at $15,000 and is limited to 1,000 units worldwide.
Both editions feature 2 lower playfields, 6 flippers (3 full sized and 3 mini), 27” LCD
backbox display showing iconic movie scenes from the film, 2 McFarlane sculpts
(including 1 of 6 different Banshees), infinity mirror ball lock, animated AMP Suit
sculpture, Crab Suit, Ilu & Hallelujah Mountain sculptures, RGB+UV lighting, High
definition insert lighting, scoop/jump ramp (Scramp), heavy duty playfield magnet, hand-drawn artwork, and more.
Avatar: The Battle for Pandora pinball machine is available for purchase through
authorized distributors and JerseyJackPinball.com.
About Jersey Jack Pinball
From its founding in 2011, Jersey Jack Pinball (JJP) has earned its reputation as the
industry leader in collectable pinball machines, creating the most desirable titles in the
modern pinball era. Designed and manufactured in the USA at
its Chicago headquarters, JJP is led by an award-winning design team. Easy to play, difficult to master—JJP's games both honor the rich history of pinball and lead it into the future, with uncompromising standards of design and engineering that are certain to entertain players both old and new.
Industry-Leading Innovation
JJP introduced several industry firsts, including the use of LCD screens, RGB LED
lighting, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, camera integration, and other innovative
technology. From its first offering, The Wizard of Oz, JJP has continued to revolutionize the pinball experience with groundbreaking releases, including: The Hobbit, Dialed In!, Pirates of the Caribbean, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, Guns N’ Roses: Not In This Lifetime, Toy Story 4, The Godfather 50th Anniversary, Elton John, and now, Avatar: The Battle for Pandora.
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Man I'm not even an Avatar fan and I gotta say this looks pretty excellent. Fast and flowy gameplay with the blacklight everything mode, clever shots and stacking multipliers? Looks amazing. Also Jersey Jack does the best reveal videos. These are just perfectly shot, paced and produced.