Autobots, roll out!

One of the most anticipated pinball releases of the year has officially arrived at Electric Starship Arcade. Stern Pinball’s Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye Premium is now on our floor, and it’s an incredible tribute to one of the most beloved franchises in pop culture.

For over 40 years, Transformers has entertained generations through toys, comics, animated television, blockbuster films, and video games. Now, Stern Pinball has brought the legendary battle between the Autobots and Decepticons to life in one of the most ambitious pinball machines they’ve ever built.

Inspired by the Original 1984 Animated Series

Rather than focusing on the live-action films, Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye celebrates the classic 1984 animated television series that introduced fans to Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bumblebee, Soundwave, and the rest of the iconic cast.

Players join the Autobots as they fight to stop Megatron and the Decepticons from stealing Earth’s energy, conquering Cybertron, and ultimately dominating the universe. The game features authentic animation clips, story-driven missions, and voice work from legendary actors Peter Cullen (Optimus Prime) and Frank Welker (Megatron and Soundwave), making it feel like you’re stepping into an episode of the original cartoon.

Incredible Mechanical Features

Stern packed this game with some truly impressive engineering.

The centerpiece is a fully animatronic Megatron that rotates, aims his fusion cannon, and actually fires pinballs back onto the playfield during gameplay. It’s one of the most unique mechanical toys Stern has produced in recent years.

Players will also encounter:

  • A custom sculpted Optimus Prime bash toy
  • Soundwave’s cassette deck ball lock
  • Energon Cube collection and storage
  • Dinobot team-up modes
  • Transformers Tech Spec card collection
  • Story-based missions inspired by the original animated series
  • A special 40th Anniversary mode celebrating The Transformers: The Movie, complete with Stan Bush’s iconic anthem “The Touch.”

Insider Connected Gets a Major Upgrade

Like many modern Stern machines, Transformers supports Insider Connected, Stern’s online player system that tracks scores, achievements, and progress.

This game also introduces a brand-new Cyber Coin wallet system, allowing players to earn Cyber Coins that unlock exclusive challenge modes. It even features Prime Training, an interactive tutorial where the Autobots help teach pinball fundamentals, along with Stern’s first real-time simultaneous head-to-head multiplayer mode.

Included With Your Admission

The best part? You don’t need pockets full of quarters.

At Electric Starship Arcade, every game—including our newest Stern releases—is included with your $12 unlimited-play admission. That means you can battle Megatron, chase multiballs, and keep improving your score all day long.

Whether you’re a lifelong Transformers fan, a pinball enthusiast, or someone looking to experience one of Stern’s newest releases, this machine is absolutely worth checking out.

Come Experience More Than Meets the Eye

We’re always excited to bring the newest and most innovative pinball machines to our guests, and Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye is no exception. Between its incredible mechanical features, authentic presentation, and nonstop action, it’s already become one of the standout games on our floor.

Come choose your side, put your skills to the test, and see if you have what it takes to save Cybertron.

Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye Premium Pinball is now available to play at Electric Starship Arcade in Haltom City, Texas.