Saturday, June 21st, 2025, Pedretti Gaming surprised the pinball community with the reveal of the Ligabue Pinball Game<\/em> at the Campovolo Music Arena in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Eight Ligabue<\/em> pinball machines were setup in a side area of the venue to be played by attendees. The artist visited the side area, played the game, and signed some instruction cards as well. <\/strong><\/p>\n As can be seen in the image above, the game has the same layout as Pinball Brothers\u2019 Queen<\/em>, with new artwork and toys.<\/p>\n Ligabue is an Italian rockband, singing in Italian, headed by Luciano Ligabue. The group exists for over 35 years and has a huge following in Italy. On facebook, the band has 2.9 million followers.<\/p>\n Tuesday, June 25, Pedretti released the following press release:<\/p>\n \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014-<\/p>\n BERGAMO, Italy \u2013 June 10, 2025<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Pedretti Gaming, Europe\u2019s leading pinball manufacturer, is proud to announce its partnership with Luciano Ligabue for the creation of an officially licensed pinball machine. This collaboration merges Pedretti\u2019s engineering expertise with the imagery and music of one of Italy\u2019s most beloved artists, delivering a truly unique playing experience for collectors and enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n Project Highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n Andrea Di Molfetta, Project Manager, Pedretti Gaming, stated:<\/strong> Market Context & Outlook<\/strong> Some informations about LIGABUE:\u00a0 \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2013<\/p>\n As Pedretti Gaming is a partner of Pinball Brothers, both part owners of Euro Pinball Corp, the use of the Queen<\/em> layout is easily explained. <\/p>\n The Ligabue game came as a surprise as a new Pedretti title wasn\u2019t expected for multiple reasons. Pinball Brothers just revealed their Predator<\/em> game last week, which is build by Euro Pinball Corp. If any new Pedretti game announcement was expected, many would have expected it to be a new remake of a classic Bally \/ Williams title, with Tales of the Arabian Nights<\/em> being rumored as the next title. <\/p>\n Marketing-wise, Pedretti has to be appauded for tying the game with the massively attended Ligabue concerts, instantly reaching Ligabue fans.<\/p>\n See the Pedretti Gaming Facebookpage for more videos of the Ligabue pinball machines at Campovolo: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PedrettiGamingArcadeFlipperJukebox.<\/p>\n UPDATE June 26, 2025: In the meantime, Pedretti gaming have provided some more photos of the Ligabue game.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.pinball-magazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/510460438_1268678215262987_4129341435167731630_n.jpg\")
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Developed in close coordination with Ligabue\u2019s team, the game features faithfully integrated artwork, music cues, and thematic elements drawn directly from the artist\u2019s repertoire.<\/li>\n
Every visual element\u2014from the backglass to the playfield decals\u2014was crafted by Paolo De Francesco, who translated Ligabue\u2019s universe into vibrant illustrations, a signature color palette, and bespoke graphic design.<\/li>\n
Built around Ligabue\u2019s most iconic tracks, the machine incorporates missions and modes that balance challenge and accessibility, ensuring maximum enjoyment for players of all skill levels.<\/li>\n
A dedicated booth showcasing playable units will be set up at both of Ligabue\u2019s upcoming shows\u2014Campovolo in Reggio Emilia (120.000 tickets sold) \u00a0and the spectacular concert at the Royal Palace of Caserta (42.000 tickets sold) \u2014giving fans an exclusive opportunity to play in an electrifying, live atmosphere.<\/li>\n
Each machine is part of a numbered, limited run and will be personally autographed by Ligabue. This initiative, driven by the artist\u2019s own entourage, underscores our commitment to quality and authenticity.<\/li>\n
Pedretti Gaming is dedicated to reigniting interest in bar-style games across Italy, blending tradition with innovation to revitalize the pinball sector.<\/li>\n
All production is managed with long-standing Italian electronics partners, ensuring the highest quality standards and manufacturing flexibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
\u201cThanks to Paolo De Francesco\u2019s creative vision and the close collaboration with Ligabue\u2019s team, we\u2019ve transformed the energy of his music into a tangible, immersive pinball experience. We\u2019re honored to present a machine signed by the artist himself\u2014destined to become a true collector\u2019s item for fans and enthusiasts.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
The pinball and arcade entertainment sector continues to expand as collectors and operators seek standout titles. Pedretti Gaming\u2019s focus on officially licensed, artist-themed machines produced locally leverages nostalgia and musical passion to distinguish itself in an increasingly crowded market. We anticipate the Ligabue pinball to spark renewed excitement within Italy\u2019s amusement community and help rejuvenate the nation\u2019s storied pinball culture.<\/p>\n
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