Multimorphic Doubles Down with Dungeon Crawler Carl and Ender's Game for the P³ Platform
It looks like the rumors were true. After weeks of teasing artwork and cryptic social media posts, Multimorphic has officially pulled back the curtain on not one, but two brand-new licensed titles coming to the P³ platform: Dungeon Crawler Carl and Ender's Game.
The announcement gives P³ owners two very different experiences to look forward to, with one game embracing over-the-top chaos and humor while the other leans into strategic science fiction. Both games continue Multimorphic's trend of bringing unique licenses to the modular P³ platform.
Dungeon Crawler Carl Enters the Dungeon
If you've followed the wildly popular LitRPG book series by Matt Dinniman, you'll know that Dungeon Crawler Carl isn't your typical fantasy story. It's fast, unpredictable, funny, and packed with unforgettable characters—and Multimorphic seems to have embraced that energy from top to bottom.
Players step into the role of Carl, joined by the fan-favorite Princess Donut, as they battle monsters, cast spells, recruit allies, gain viewers, and survive the increasingly dangerous dungeon.
One of the biggest highlights is the production team's commitment to authenticity. Audiobook narrator Jeff Hays, whose performances helped make the series a phenomenon, voices every character in the game. Fans will also recognize cabinet and translite artwork from series cover artist Luciano Fleitas, while the playfield art comes from Brad Albright. Award-winning sculptor Davey Price of Stumblor Pinball also contributes hand-sculpted 3D elements, marking the first time a P³ title has featured that level of sculpted artwork.
Mechanically, the game looks packed with toys and interactive features. The centerpiece is Multimorphic's signature 360-degree rotating double-level disk, which brings changing shots and mechanisms directly in front of the flippers. Other standout features include:
- A player-controlled cannon
- Six-ball "Mana Stack"
- Bash toy with magnetic ball lock
- Princess Donut sculpt with illuminated eyes
- Magnetic jump ramp
- Multiple moving shot paths and interactive targets
Perhaps most impressive is that the rules are said to cover story elements from the first seven books, giving longtime readers plenty of moments to discover throughout gameplay.
A complete P³ machine with Dungeon Crawler Carl carries an MSRP of $12,350, while existing P³ owners can purchase the game kit for $5,250. Production is expected to begin later this year.
Ender's Game Brings Strategy to Pinball
The second surprise announcement brings one of science fiction's most celebrated novels to pinball for the first time.
Based on Orson Scott Card's classic novel, Ender's Game puts players in the role of Andrew "Ender" Wiggin as he progresses through Battle School and Command School while balancing two opposing forces: compassion and aggression.
Rather than simply telling the story through artwork and callouts, Multimorphic has built that central theme directly into the gameplay.
The game's most unique feature is a two-sided captive-ball balance mechanism that allows players to physically shift balls between compassion and aggression. The choices players make throughout the game affect progression, creating a gameplay experience inspired directly by the novel's central conflict.
Like Dungeon Crawler Carl, Ender's Game also features the rotating 360-degree disk, a bash toy with magnetic lock, sling-lock ball stops, and a magnetic jump ramp.
The result appears to be a game that's less about nonstop chaos and more about thoughtful strategy—an approach that fits the source material perfectly.
A full P³ machine with Ender's Game will retail for $11,750, while the standalone game kit is priced at $4,400.
Another Big Step for the P³ Platform
Over the last few years, Multimorphic has steadily built one of the most unique ecosystems in pinball. Instead of buying an entirely new machine for every release, P³ owners can swap upper playfields and software to experience completely different games.
Recent releases like Portal, The Princess Bride, and Weird Al's Museum of Natural Hilarity have helped showcase the flexibility of the platform, and these two latest additions continue that momentum.
It's also encouraging to see Multimorphic taking chances on licenses that aren't already common in pinball. While many manufacturers continue to revisit blockbuster movies and classic rock bands, the P³ lineup has carved out its own identity with creative, story-driven themes that appeal to a different audience.
Final Thoughts
Whether you're a longtime P³ owner or simply curious about what Multimorphic has been building, these announcements are worth paying attention to.
Dungeon Crawler Carl looks like a fast-paced, feature-packed adventure loaded with personality, while Ender's Game appears to offer a more strategic experience built around meaningful gameplay decisions. They're two very different themes, but both showcase the creativity that has become a hallmark of the P³ platform.
Production is scheduled to begin in late 2026, and if these games play as well as they look, P³ owners are going to have a difficult decision about which one to add to their lineup