Stern

The Mandalorian (Premium)

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This game received 215 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.243 _/10

8.243

Top 100 ranking

This game ranks 2nd in the game group "The Mandalorian". The group itself ranks #36 in the Pinside Pinball Top 100.

Score breakdown

Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:

Game Design: 7.904

Artwork: 8.599

Sounds/Music: 8.271

Other Aspects: 8.163

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The Mandalorian
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The Mandalorian
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The Mandalorian
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8.932/10

48 days ago

PLG

nplg

Pinside+ Frequent

Columbus, OH

3y 52,050 53 8

Mandalorian Premium is a harder game than the Pro. The scoop shot, The Child Magnet, and that moving upper playfield are a different experience. This game will constantly challenge your ball handling skills. It is *not* a bash everything in sight and keep the ball moving sort of game. Careful attention to timed shots, modes, and features keep the game interesting.

The Mandalorian will improve your pinball game. But it is hard to master and will punish any careless shots. Hard--like Flash Gordon hard. And you'll come back again to play better.

8.840/10

3 months ago

CHC

chris327518

Pinside member

<1y 16,750 27

I really enjoyed my playing experience when I first got the opportunity to play the Mandalorian Premium machine. I thought the playfield has enough variety in shots and really enjoyed the mini playfield in the upper right-hand corner of the machine. I thought the mini playfield with the full-size flippers was really a fun addition to the premium version of the machine and really enjoyed the motion on the upper playfield when my ball was waiting to start the mission. The Razor Crest multiball was pretty easy to unlock and added to my enjoyment of this machine as I played the ice spider multiball, the pirates multiball, and the jetpack multiball and each led to positive experiences with unlocking/viewing video footage from the series. I just wish I would have time to watch the footage myself on the LCD screen but maybe next time I will when I play this game again. Finally, the Grogu ball lock was also as pretty neat gimmick and the randomness of the awards seemed appropriate for this in game mechanism.

2 Pinsiders starred this!

9.100/10

3 months ago

JAB

Jilleo

Pinside member

4y 29,500 1 7 9

While frustrating when you are playing the code change that added the ambush mode adds a dimension to this game that wasn't there at first. The lighting effects and intensity during ambush mode is really cool. They really missed the boat on this one by not having the Grogu model do anything. IMO - This is a hard machine. The Pro version is easier.

Jilleo currently owns this game.

9.220/10

4 months ago

DEB

Dbaum88

Pinside member

Roswell, GA

11y 90,050 1,274 8 78

Top notch game. Theme integration is awesome. Hard to make some shots, which adds to the challenge. Overall, very enjoyable.

Dbaum88 currently owns this game.

9.000/10

5 months ago

NDG

N8G727

Pinside member

Eagle Lake, MN

<1y 13,000 1 1 7

Really enjoy this game. I find it easy enough for beginners to enjoy, and challenging enough to keep coming back. First move I saw was the origin Star Wars in the drive in. I’m a life long fan and the Mandalorian is by far my favorite series.

N8G727 currently owns this game.

6.038/10

6 months ago

CDF

Collin

Pinside member

Columbus, OH

11y 116K 5,280 29 82 1

Rated on current code as of August 2023.

Pros:
Looks & sounds good
Shoots reasonably well
Topper looks awesome, if hideously expensive

Cons:
Lacking in toys; Grogu REALLY should've been animated
Upper playfield just isn't fun, and gets burdensome in competition
Only one main way to start multiball is a bit lame

Collin has owned this game in the past.

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9.060/10

8 months ago

SWM

Stevemoerke

Pinside+ Frequent

North Mankato, MN

10y 58,650 158 15 44

WE love the series so we had to have the game. The game is a lot of fun! After adding mods i really like how it turned out!

Stevemoerke currently owns this game.

2 Pinsiders starred this!

8.560/10

9 months ago

JKR

Joker19

Pinside member

2y 52,800 369 12

Tough shooter, but lots of adrenaline packed moments. Very underrated and will make you a better pinball player. Code is deep, lots of different modes like coop and impossible modes which makes it interesting.

Theme integration is very well done. OK the grogu doesn't move, but that's not that bad.

Leveled correctly and pitched right, the left ramp being backhandable makes it a bit better game play wise.

Joker19 edited previous rating on December 04, 2023.

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9.440/10

10 months ago

TOM

thpletcher

Pinside member

Gainesville, VA

10y 43,400 23 21 7

On Paper the differences between the pro and premium seem trivial, but they make a big difference, I only originally played the pro and while I thought it was a good game, I wrote it off. I found a good deal on a Premium so I gave it a shot, and I honestly believe this game is underrated. The additional flipper on the mini, tilting playfield makes the mech enjoyable. And the additional ramps and diverters really add to the complexity of the shoots. My biggest complaint would be the top left side of the playfield where Grogu is. With the static doll this seems like a waste of space, but when you add the animated Grogu mod it becomes the cherry on top of a fantastically themed world under glass, with some of the best mods and accessories offered on a modern Stern.

thpletcher currently owns this game.

8.256/10

11 months ago

NBR

theadicts77

Pinside member

Zürich

4y 54,050 243 17 26

Weirdly underrated. I've never watched a single second of the show, but this is a neat, very challenging game. Good artwork, great theme integration (as far as I can tell) and tricky shots. Good code, too.

theadicts77 currently owns this game.

9.760/10

11 months ago

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TheMick

Pinside member

Mcallen, TX

1y 17,750 10 12

Ever since I got the topper, it's been drawing me in to play it more and more. The topper is expensive but I think if you own this machine, you have to get it. It has added a lot to the experience (to me at least).

TheMick currently owns this game.

8.800/10

1 year ago

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Svenop

Pinside member

1y 41,300 494 9 10

Love Star Wars and Mando.

Stern needs to take what they did with assests on this pin and double it on all their future pins. I loved seeing show clips. Stern drops to ball here compared to smaller companies like JJP.

Shots are difficult for me. Fun to play and should push me to improve!

Grogu is awesome in the pin! Would have liked to see more toys on the premium vs the moving playfield

9.044/10

1 year ago

LXL

Isochronic_Frost

Saratoga Silverball

7y 221K 9,447 108 1 1

This game is a blast. Great effort by Stern and a lot of fun to shoot. The premium is amazing.

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9.720/10

1 year ago

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Outlane-Drain

Pinside apprentice

Unknown

1y 1,000 8

Best modern Star Wars game available.

I’ve owned it for about a year now. I’m a huge Star Wars fan. So I debated back and forth between this and Star Wars. Ultimately I’m glad I chose this. It had a much more interesting layout than Star Wars. More flippers, more variety, better toys, less cheap drains, etc.

I own other machines and I’ll admit that this is not a “best of all time” machine. But it’s a solid one nonetheless and if you’re a Star Wars fan, it’s the best option out there.

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8.866/10

1 year ago

MTC

NewFloridian

Pinside member

Jupiter, FL

1y 23,300 19 2 16

A great machine in many ways. There isn't a lot of memorable music in the series, so the machine's music also lacks variety. And the show itself is kind of disjointed compared to the original Star Wars trilogy, for example (since there are so many more hours to fill, the writers had to keep going off on tangents). I think Stern did about as well as they could have with the underlying material. I prefer Jurassic Park, Godzilla, James Bond, and maybe even the latest regular Star Wars Stern machines.

8.532/10

1 year ago

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Pinthul

Pinside apprentice

Unknown

3y 9,000 2 4 7

A Layout you haven't played before, that's for sure. Definitely punishing if you don't hit your shots and needs some tweaking to be able to hit every shot front/backhand. But definitely one of the most fun overall packages I've played so far. The scoop/horseshoe is one of the most fascinating shots on any machine in my opinion. Music, Art and Clips are supreme. Also doesn't reward aimless play, I've had games lasting 5+ mins and finishing with 2-3 million points just because I hit nothing (and got punished) or hit stuff that wasn't needed right now. If you loop the ramps there is intense flow, if you miss get ready to make a fast catch. Upper playfield is nice and usually doesn't overstay it's welcome in a match.

Not having grogu physically lift the ball is a big miss, the animated mod is a must as a compromise. The Razor crest is a lazy main toy in my opinion. Could have used one really interactive toy. Though grogus Force Throwing (think crazy magnet action) is really cool.

Overall a surprisingly great machine to own. I planned to buy and trade but this one will stay around for a long, long while. Nothing for beginners, but a great third or fourth machine!

Pinthul currently owns this game.

9.940/10

1 year ago

D C

AvidPinPlayer

Pinside member

Odessa, FL

13y 60,550 443 11 32

I love this game. In particular the ball flow -- it is a fast paced game which is right up my alley. The fidelity of the game to the series is truly outstanding. The scenes displayed while playing are in very close correlation with the mode in play. It is a challenging game that makes you go back again and again. My son and grandson's favorite pin. Indeed, it is a great pinball machine.

AvidPinPlayer edited previous rating on May 22, 2023.
AvidPinPlayer currently owns this game.

2 Pinsiders flagged this. 2 Pinsiders starred this!

9.640/10

1 year ago

JET

deidara

Pinside apprentice

Unknown

5y 21,250 1 14 28

excellent games the rules and the gadgets are really nice the game was not fluid when I got it I set them the board at 8° day and night everyone became fun even the central ramp became easy I love the missions multiball and the lane challenges at the start that I had it I didn't make a big score and I didn't see the point in loving it now that I have mastered it better it's really a nicer thing it's a very nice pinball machine in its set the theme is very well respected for me one of the majors at the start before trying it I thought that the mini board was a huge loss of playing space now that I have pinball I find this essential addition I have it at home and I think the kept there is a good balance between difficulty and pleasure to play I recommend it

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9.460/10

1 year ago

NBC

Nick-C

Pinside member

Saint Charles, MO

1y 24,150 4 3 9

The game has excellent shots - you can backhand a lot of them too. Multiballs are extremely satisfying. The cabinet on the premium is a beautiful scene (same on both sides) and the callouts are good. Overall a very fun and approachable game.

Nick-C has owned this game in the past.

2 Pinsiders flagged this.

9.560/10

1 year ago

LAC

Falc0nWing

Pinside member

Budapest

1y 35,050 188 7 35

600 games: I love it even more! Some issues there are for sure, but the game is just awesome!
After 500 games: I love this machine. It needs practice because obstacles are closer to the bats than usual, but after you get used to it they are not very dangerous - not like JJP Guns left ramp's targets... love the 3 steps super skill shot which is instantly a nice challenge in the beginning of each ball. Now I can handle a lot of shots and combos by reflex and understand a bit more the game strategy and getting PF multipliers now a more handleable task so my points are significantly bigger. In the FB group of Mandalorian Owners the guys helped some tweaks what this game needs (it is really easy to do, but a shame that needs to be done) but after it is a really good game. I can imagine that for top players who make every shot like a sniper this machine can be boring after a while and they need JP difficulity, but for me who is a middle level guy (my max point is 684M ATM with default settings) and love the theme this machine is awesome and feels like it will stay awesome for a long-long time. What I miss is some kind of video mode which is always makes the games a bit more fresh. The premiums 180 scoop is supercool also, really missing from the pro - though you need practice to find the right angle because of the forky shape.

First review:
Previously I tried a Mando pro several times, but I have to say that the premium makes the difference, The Mando playfield has now a sense, it is challenging and with the two bats it is not just fooling around like in Guns LE. I love the Grogu magnet also. I think premium makes the diffrence and this does not mean what you get for 2k, but what is the overall game experience! I just love Mando PREM and I didnt have this feeling with the pro

Falc0nWing edited previous rating on April 01, 2023.
Falc0nWing currently owns this game.

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8.436/10

1 year ago

PIE

SilverballGamer

Pinside member

4y 57,650 29 5 88

Wow, this is just a massive upgrade over the Pro in pretty much every way.

Pro’s:
Nice art by Randy Martinez. However, the LE shines by looking by far the nicest IMO.

Upper playfield is significantly improved. Now, instead of flailing, there is actual skill to encounters, and they are much more fun with their increasing difficulty.

Cannot stress this enough, I love the flip down ramp in the U-Turn lane. Such a great shot.

Sound is solid, nothing outstanding though.

Overall layout is well done, I don’t have any major complaints with it overall.

Rules are fun, but a little simple. I’d rather have a slightly simple game than an overly complex one like TSPP.

Con’s:

Grogu magnet is interesting, though doesn’t add a ton to gameplay.

Man, I just don’t like the right ramp on this game. It’s just not a good shot! Even when it makes around, it usually barely makes it around, and feels clunky. This is slightly improved by the metal rails.

Metal rails do make a more satisfying sound and improve the right ramp, but otherwise don’t do much for me.

Loops are too tight and serve little purpose outside of modes and building up for foundry, as well as the mystery which doesn’t do much.

Strategies are much too reliant on getting 2X playfield or stacking multipliers, which ruins a lot of this game’s potential. To add on to this, I feel like I am playing the game the same exact way every single time, killing replay ability.

Overall, while I really like this game, it is certainly flawed.

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10.000/10

1 year ago

DCA

ArcadeGameMurc

Arcade Game

Garres, Los

3y 24,900 5 8 19

A stern pin that surprised me upon arrival in my collection.
Every day I play I like it more.
The theme and lighting are 10.
Unique central multi ball negative and very easy shot.
With a little more Code it can become a top 10.

ArcadeGameMurc currently owns this game.

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9.160/10

1 year ago

MAN

manuelhst

Pinside member

Zibatá

1y 17,900 2 2 11

it's amazing to be able to play a star wars pinball that takes you back to the original trilogy. Lighting, music and sound are exceptional. And I believe this machine (because of baby Yoda) will be very nostalgic for many young kids in the future.

manuelhst currently owns this game.

2 Pinsiders flagged this.

7.197/10

1 year ago

KLA

BeerTiger

Pinside apprentice

Cologne

1y 14,400 4 1 6

I really tried to like the game, especially as the price for a couple premiums around me is dropping, but I simply cant. It is too clunky for me, I can never seem to get a good flow going.

2 Pinsiders flagged this. 3 Pinsiders starred this!

7.907/10

1 year ago

WAR

glpinball

Pinside+ Frequent

3y 57,550 712 14 1

Solid game but maybe not top tier. Latest code has improved it a lot, pretty deep ruleset but action is a bit stop and go so if that's not your thing you may not prefer this game. Co-op mode is very cool and the theme is excellent.

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