Pinball FX News

[p]Enjoy the arrival of Scared Stiff with a thrilling competition![/p][p]Scared Stiff arrived at Pinball FX yesterday, bringing a true spooky classic to the game just in time for Halloween.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]To celebrate, we’ve launched a limited-time event on Scared Stiff! Join the competition to get a unique, limited-edition Elvira statue to display in your PinHall.*[/p][p][/p][p]The event is live now and runs until October 27.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Good luck, everybody![/p][p][/p][p]*The statue will be rewarded for players in the top 90% at the end of the event.[/p]

[p]We have fantastic news for you! Williams™ Pinball: Scared Stiff, and Williams™ Pinball: Elvira and the Party Monsters have both arrived to Pinball FX!*[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Face your fears with Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, in a faithful recreation of the 1996 arcade classic. Complete six spooky Tales of Terror, packed with frights, witty remarks, and her signature humor.
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]It’s party time in the graveyard, and you’re invited! In Elvira and the Party Monsters, the Mistress of the Dark herself hosts a frightful evening packed with creepy creatures, sizzling shots, and multiball madness. Light up the dance floor as you bash the monsters, raise the dead, and keep the party alive with every flip.[/p][p][/p][p]We hope you will truly enjoy these spooky classics!
[/p][p]*\[Tables Sold Separately][/p]

[p]A new patch just arrived to Pinball FX, featuring 2 new Williams tables, new features, optimizations, and a very long list of bug fixes. Thank you to everyone who reported these issues![/p][p]Let’s check out the full list![/p][p][/p][h2]Tables Added[/h2][p][/p]

• [p]Williams™ Pinball: Scared Stiff[/p]

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• [p]Williams™ Pinball: Elvira and the Party Monsters[/p][p][/p]

[p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]New Features and Improvements[/h2][p][/p]

• [p]To celebrate our 25th anniversary, every player receives a special gift: a festive poster and carpet![/p]
• [p]Added a new upsell screen with improved UI polish for a cleaner look and smoother navigation.[/p]
• [p]Added Normal physics for The Addams Family™, Star Trek™: The Next Generation, South Park™: Super Sweet Pinball, and South Park™: Butters' Very Own Pinball Game.[/p][p][/p]

[h2]General Fixes[/h2][p][/p]

• [p]Fixed Hotseat issues where player scores could merge and Dot Matrix colors failed to switch; results now display correctly for all players.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the status report could remain stuck on screen after pausing and adjusting the manual camera while holding the left flipper.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where event attempts didn’t reset if played right before the daily event timer expired, forcing players to wait an extra 24 hours.[/p]
• [p]Increased the size of the PIN·BOT™ Grand Tournament statue to better match the other trophies and moved it to the correct category for better consistency.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the number of trophies displayed on the Event screen didn’t match the cups shown on the shelf in the PinHall.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where South™ Park Pinball collectibles couldn’t be placed together, as they were incorrectly treated as items from different franchises.[/p]
• [p]On Williams tables using the System 11 ROM: Addressed a scoring issue where points rolled over after 100M. While the table still resets the display, scores are now correctly recorded on the leaderboard.[/p]

• [p]Fixed incorrect friend score notifications caused by checking weekly as well instead of only all-time leaderboards.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where cosmetic items couldn’t be selected or placed in portrait mode; placement now works correctly in both orientations.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a grammatical error in the tournament placement notification text.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect friend leaderboard notifications that appeared when beating a friend’s score, even without taking the top spot.[/p]

• [p]Improved tournament filter functionality for more accurate results.[/p]
• [p]Added an option to toggle the 60 FPS cap in the PinHall, allowing players to choose between smoother visuals or cooler performance.[/p][p][/p]

[h2]Table Fixes[/h2][p][/p][h3]South Park™: Butters' Very Own Pinball Game[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where collectibles didn’t increase the Imaginationland Wizard Mode Jackpot on subsequent activations. The jackpot now correctly includes collectible bonuses every time the mode starts.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted autoplunger power so the ball no longer launches into the bumpers but follows the intended rail path or inlane return.[/p][p][/p]

[h3]Banzai Run™[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where flips were not counted on the Hill playfield during Flip Challenge mode. [/p][p][/p]

[h3]Black Knight™ 2000[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where entering initials after achieving a high score could fail or display incorrectly; initials and scores now register properly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed missing flipper sounds.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the Enter Initials screen could appear during Attract Mode after the Match sequence; also prevented unintended ballout animations from triggering.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted plunger strength and acceleration to make aiming for the WIN rollovers easier while keeping challenge modes functional.[/p]
• [p]Added the original laugh sound effect to the Knight animation.[/p][p][/p]

[h3]Earthshaker!™[/h3]

• [p]Fixed an issue where the ball could be incorrectly considered lost when blocking a ball for Quick Multiball.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where getting an extra ball during Quick Multiball could disable the game.[/p]
• [p]Implemented additional safeguards to help prevent potential issues related to the original Earthshaker!™ ROM factory reset bug.[/p]
• [p]Improved ball handling to prevent rare cases where two balls shot quickly onto the side ramp could cause one to get stuck or bounce back into the plunger lane.[/p]
• [p]Added safeguards to prevent balls from being ejected or teleported into the plunger lane during Quick Multiball jackpots.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where manual camera view adjustments didn’t work.[/p][p][/p]

[h3]Star Trek™: The Next Generation[/h3]

• [p]Refined ball path and loop collisions to ensure the ball consistently reaches the lock when 'Light Lock' or 'Launch Probe' is selected.[/p]
• [p]Reduced side bumper sensitivity to better match the behavior of the real machine.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the left cannon could fail to activate correctly at the start of multiball.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where tilting during Borg Multiball could cause an infinite autolaunch loop.[/p][p][/p]

[h3]The Addams Family™[/h3]

• [p]Tweaked slingshot sensitivity and timing to improve responsiveness during ball impacts.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where the ball could get stuck in the plunger.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted ramp gate movement so they no longer swing excessively after impact.[/p]
• [p]Fixed incorrect General Illumination wiring where the right playfield lights were linked to a backglass circuit instead of their proper lighting string.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted autoplunger behavior and strength.[/p]
• [p]General physics improvements for smoother and more accurate ball behavior.[/p][p][/p]

[p]Please note: We are aware of an issue on Scared Stiff, which is the following: [/p]

• [p]Playfield lights do not fully darken as intended during Spin Spider mode and Tilt, with some general illumination remaining active.[/p]

[p]Hi Pinballers,[/p][p][/p][p]We're back with a new weekly offer to expand your table collection. This time, we brought you multiple Williams packs and Game Night Pinball Volume 1 for 60% OFF![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Pinball FX - Williams™ Pinball: Volume 1 is a dazzling collection of three authentic classics. Play THE GETAWAY: HIGH SPEED II™, JUNK YARD™ and MEDIEVAL MADNESS™ in two exciting ways -- as arcade-perfect simulations in their original form or as remastered videogame experiences enhanced with updated graphics, animated toys, and a host of new features.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]This stunning collection of three authentic Bally™ tables includes BLACK ROSE™, ATTACK FROM MARS™, and THE PARTY ZONE™. All available to play both in their classic original form and as remastered tables with updated graphics, animated toys, and a host of new features.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]This stunning collection of three authentic Bally™ tables includes THEATRE OF MAGIC™, SAFE CRACKER™, and THE CHAMPION PUB™. All available to play both in their classic original form and as remastered tables with updated graphics, animated toys, and a host of new features![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Get ready for a game-changing experience as Zen Studios partners up with Asmodee to bring you three tables based on the best tabletop games. Step into a new realm of pinball, and remember, just like with the dice, a single flip can change everything.[/p][p][/p][p]See you on the top of the leaderboards! :)[/p][p][/p][p]Balti[/p]

[p]Hi Pinball Fans,[/p][p][/p][p]We are back with a new weekly offer to expand your table collection! This time, we brought you a true Williams classic, along with Star Trek™ Pinball, both at 60% OFF.[/p][p][/p][h2]Let's see them![/h2][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Relive iconic scenes from the movies in Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure, the 1993 Williams classic.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Boldly go, where no one has gone before in Star Trek™ Pinball! Explore 3 tables based on the fan favorite movies and TV series of the franchise ranging from classics to the present day, and live long and prosper on the leaderboards![/p][p][/p][p]This pack includes:[/p][p][/p][p]Star Trek™ Pinball: Kelvin Timeline: Experience the vision of the newest trilogy of Star Trek blockbuster movies in this epic table. Join Captain James T. Kirk and the crew of the Enterprise on their mission to discover new civilizations, form alliances and neutralize threats to the Federation.[/p][p][/p][p]Star Trek™ Pinball: Discovery: Michael Burnham and the shipmates of the U.S.S. Discovery rely on your pinball prowess, as you play through iconic moments from the first four seasons of the series. Make contact with the residents of 10-C and utilize the time loop for victory![/p][p][/p][p]Star Trek™ Pinball: Deep Space Nine: Travel to the edges of the final frontier and arrive at the space station Deep Space 9! Use your pinball skills to lead the crew and Captain Benjamin Sisko in ending the Dominion War.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]It’s time to play pinball! 😉[/p][p][/p][p]Balti[/p]