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Episode 194 - You're a Wizard, Gollum
Pinball: We discuss Jersey Jack Pinball reportedly securing the Harry Potter license, talk about how we would have done a Whirlwind 2.0 project, and cover Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We read a listerner review of a Steam game, talk about Overwatch 2 abandoning PvE, the return of BlizzCon, no planned DLC for Final Fantasy 16, do an overview of the Playstation showcase, discuss the Homeworld 3 delay, talk about Gollum and how awful it is, discuss a Nintendo DMCA relating to an emulator, and we end with more information about the Microsoft-Activision merger.
Episode Links:
None!
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 193 - Cassidy: A Pinball Noir
Pinball: We discuss the Whirlwind 2.0 kit, Final Resistance's sales performance, a digression about Overwatch relating to the pinball homebrew, and an update on the enhanced code for Cactus Canyon Remake. We also provide Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We read two listener reviews of Steam games, talk about the new Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game, discuss the Super Mario Bros movie's box-office performance, note Final Fantasy 16 won't be in Saudi Arabia, talk about a new Starship Troopers game, discuss Vampire Hunters getting a TV series, provide another update on the Microsoft/Activision merger, note Silksong has been pushed back, and spend some time on the Redfall release disaster.
Episode Links:
None!
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 192 - A CMA Whirlwind
Pinball: We discuss Pinball Adventures and their Punny Factory reveal, discuss the newly announced TiltBob Pinball company out of Florida, talk about the status of the expanded code for Cactus Canyon Remake, and chat a bit about an Overwatch homebrew project. We also provide Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We read a listener review of the VR game Perfect, invest a lot of time regarding the Microsoft-Activision news out of the UK, and cover some details on Playstation 5 and the new Star Wars game.
Episode Links:
Punny Factory trailer: https://youtu.be/Rz2AoiW8q_8
Making of Punny Factory video: https://youtu.be/nl7pFZCwm54
Knapp Arcade article on TiltBob Pinball: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/new-mystery-pinball-company-revealed
Knapp Arcade article on the CCr expanded code: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/chicago-gaming-company-expanded-code-for-cactus-canyon-still-coming-not-close-to-being-ready
Pinball Innovators & Makers Podcast Ep 5: https://thepinballnetwork555350716.wordpress.com/2023/04/23/pinball-innovators-makers-podcast-ep-5-a-family-affair/
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
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Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 191 - Peaches
Pinball: We give a few quick updates on Stern's Foo Fighters, Homepin's Spinal Tap trailer, American Pinball's work to resolve issues with GTF!, and Spooky's new code for Scooby. We also provide which pinball machine "won" TPF 2023 based off a poll of a Patreon members, and have a discussion about which companies we think might get a second game out this calendar year. We also provide Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We talk about SEGA trying to buy Rovio, an update on Lord of the Rings: Gollum, some happenings relate to Nintendo Russia, and the upcoming schedule for Summer Games Done Quick.
Episode Links:
None!
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EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 190 - 2023 Post-TPF
Pinball: We our thoughts on a bunch of the games we played at Texas Pinball Festival (TPF) 2023 and provide Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We talk about E3 being cancelled and some updates on the Microsoft purchase of Activision.
Episode Links:
MechWarrior 5 Mercenary Pinball: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/mechwarrior-5-mercenary-pinball
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 189 - Royale With An Offer You Can't Refuse
Pinball: We discuss Jersey Jack Pinball's Godfather Pinball, a little bit more about American Pinball's Galactic Tank Force, the reveal of Chicago Gaming Company's Pulp Fiction Pinball, Turner Pinball planning to be at TPF, and Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We talk a bit more about the Microsoft effort to acquire Activision, a major Star Citizen issue, and Microsoft not being at E3.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade article on JJP's Godfather Pinball: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/jersey-jack-pinball-officially-reveals-the-godfather-50th-anniversary-game-pricing-pics-etc
Knapp Arcade article on CGC's Pulp Fiction Pinball: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/pulp-fiction-pinball-trailer-2-our-first-official-look-at-the-game
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 188 - Foo For Thought
Pinball: We discuss the recently revealed Foo Fighters Pinball by Stern Pinball, another teaser for American Pinball's Galactic Tank Force, the upcoming reveal of Jersey Jack Pinball's Godfather, and of course Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We talk a bit more about tabletop (at the start of the segment based off a listener question), and then go over new details about the Microsoft acquisition of Activision, some upcoming changes at Square Enix, and planned companies at E3.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade details about Stern Foo Fighters: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/stern-pinball-shows-off-the-actual-foo-fighters-machine-in-new-video
Stern's Foo Fighters game trailer: https://youtu.be/OVO79kAxvb4
Knapp Arcade article about second teaser for AP's Galactic Tank Force: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/american-pinball-shares-second-teaser-video-for-upcoming-game-galactic-tank-force
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 187 - GTF Carbon Commons
Pinball: We discuss the teased module Project Carbon from Multimorphic, Spooky Pinball Scooby games shipping, American Pinball planning for a March 2023 reveal, we discuss a Patreon poll regarding possible remake companies PPS could turn to, and of course Rumor Corner.
Video Games: Focus is on Activison-Blizzard's merger woes with Microsoft and some upset Blizzard staff relating to working conditions and pay, plus a new Civilization game is coming and a bit of discussion about Saudi Arabia's investment in gaming companies.
Tabletop: Some concluding information (we think!) about the whole Dungeons and Dragons mess with the OGL.
Episode Links:
Multimorphic's Facebook teaser video for Project Carbon: https://www.facebook.com/MultimorphicInc/videos/856869105380676
Knapp Arcade article about American Pinball's next game image teaser:
https://www.knapparcade.org/post/american-pinball-teases-march-reveal-for-next-game
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 186 - Big Bang Plunge
Tony was unable to participate on this episode, aside from a small blurb at the start. As such, Dennis just focuses on pinball and goes over the results for The Pinball Awards in 2022, talks about the upcoming 2nd annual Pinball Degenerate Awards, discusses his thoughts on Spooky's gameplay reveal of Scooby-Doo Pinball, covers the announcement of Scott Danesi being creative director for the next P3 game, reviews Planetary Pinball Supply's restoration of the Big Bang Bar trademark, and speculates on speculation relating to a Goonies Pinball. Plus, Rumor Corner.
Episode Links:
Support Tony in the 2023 Polar Plunge: https://charity.pledgeit.org/f/RPYvTZYAvn
The Pinball Awards 2022 ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/live/mtO2EuhwQoQ?feature=share
Nudge article on The Pinball Awards: https://www.nudgepinball.com/articles/the-pinball-awards-get-nudged
PiNbALL DeGENeRaTES Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pinballdegenerates
Spooky's YouTube video of their Scooby-Doo gameplay: https://youtu.be/2KhWpIGpYAY
Knapp Arcade article on Scott Danesi as creative director for the next P3 game: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/scott-danesi-named-creative-director-for-next-multimorphic-p3-pinball-game
Knapp Arcade article about PPS trademarking Big Bang Bar: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/planetary-pinball-filed-trademarks-for-big-bang-bar-at-the-end-of-2022
Episode 11 of Life Lessons with Time Lee podcast: https://poormanspinballpodcast.libsyn.com/life-lessons-with-tim-lee-episode-11-hey-you-guys
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 185 - Time of the ORC
Pinball: We briefly touch on some Spooky and Pinball Brothers updates, then talk about how we voted in The Pinball Awards for 2022, and finally we go over Rumor Corner.
Video Games: Discussion covers the upcoming shutdown of Marvel's Avengers, the tech sector's recent layoffs, and some information on Google Stadia and Ubisoft.
Tabletop: The segment returns once more to continue discussing the D&D OGL fallout.
Episode Links:
Support Tony in the 2023 Polar Plunge: https://charity.pledgeit.org/f/RPYvTZYAvn
Watches with Dennis 1/20/2023 episode with Tony where we talk price declines in the secondhand market: https://youtu.be/qz4nc5N2g3U
Paizo ORC announcement: https://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo6si7v
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 184 - 00$20,000
Pinball: Coverage is entirely focused on Stern's James Bond 007 60th Anniversary Limited Edition, plus Rumor Corner.
Video Games: Discussion covers EVE Online, Microsoft's Activision purchase, Hitman games having a new name, and an update on CD Projekt Red.
Tabletop: The segment returns to dive extensively into Wizards of the Coast and their new open game license.
Episode Links:
Support Tony in the 2023 Polar Plunge: https://charity.pledgeit.org/f/RPYvTZYAvn
Knapp Arcade article on the reveal of Bond 60th: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/stern-pinball-officially-reveals-keith-elwin-designed-james-bond-60th-anniversary-limited-edition
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 183 - 2022 Year-End Review
Aside from a very long intro covering their 5K adventure, Dennis and Tony focus on providing a year-end review of pinball and video game happenings.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade coverage on 12/22/2022 on Multimorphic: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/wait-for-new-multimorphic-pinball-machine-now-1-year-still-aiming-for-2-new-games-in-2023
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 182 - Where Are You?
Pinball: We spend most of our time talking about Spooky Pinball's reveal of Scooby Doo, but we do conclude with Rumor Corner as usual.
Video Games: This segment covers a lot of legal updates (Epic and Fortnight addiction, Riot against NetEase, and the FTC opposing the Microsoft purchase of Activision). The rest of the time is primarily focused on covering highlights from The Game Awards.
Episode Links:
Spooky Pinball's Scooby Doo Pinball reveal video: https://youtu.be/feNL8zCWWTA
Spooky Pinball's Scooby Doo Pinball gameplay video: https://youtu.be/VFUe5j36UGU
Knapp Arcade write-up on Scooby Doo Pinball: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/spooky-pinball-shows-first-video-of-new-scooby-doo-pinball-machine
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 181 - Pro vs Prem
Pinball: We talk about Stern Pinball shipping Bond Pro models and soon ending their Home edition runs of Jurassic Park and Star Wars. We discuss CGC's CCrLE finally shipping. We spend a brief about of time on the TWIPYs,and then we talk about the new third-party game Drained for the P3. We spend a lot of time answering a listener email on whether we'd pick the Pro or the Premium model of various in-production Stern games. We conclude with Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers some insider trading arrests tied to Square Enix, Blizzard partially reversing course on their SMS verification rules, Pokémon fallout, and impressive sales for
God of War Ragnarök.
Note: The virtual mixing board lost connection to Tony's microphone during the TWIPY discussion and so he will be quiet during that part (as you can only hear what Dennis's mic picked up from him). This issue was caught and fixed after that segment but left in as most of the discussion was from Dennis anyway.
Episode Links:
Drained trailer: https://youtu.be/PsFLtYFZCio
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 180 - Rocket Man
Pinball: We talk about CGC's purported delay into 2023 for CCr LE and discuss a Patreon-requested topic about pinball machines themed around a specific movie/show/game versus a collection/series. We conclude with Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers Tony's PS5 game recommendations, the PlayStation VR2, Overwatch 2 player counts, SE and their NFT project and latest blowback regarding Final Fantasy 16, a possible Horizon Zero Dawn MMO, the upcoming Awesome Games Done Quick schedule, and more information out of the EU regarding Microsoft's plan to acquire Activision.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade coverage of possible extension on CGC's CCr LE production: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/chicago-gaming-cactus-canyons-may-not-ship-until-2023
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 179 - Chargin' for Electricity
Pinball: We talk about a number of highlights from Pinball Expo (purportedly, since we weren't there), Spooky Pinball bringing in a new programmer and more delays from CGC on Cactus Canyon Remake LE. We conclude with Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers Steam's new record, Square Enix's strategy, Call of Duty's small disc size, Phil Spencer on potential price increases for Xbox, Genshin Impact's data breach, and Blizzard's latest Overwatch 2 happenings.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade article on Cactus Canyon Remake LE delay: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/chicago-gaming-company-cactus-canyon-remake-limited-edition-pinball-machine-delayed-again
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Episode 178 - Let's Just Rename Everything
Pinball: We briefly talk about Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game, and then move into the manufacturing/business/development updates from Multimorphic. After that, we talk about the new version and renamed iterations of Legends of Valhalla from American Pinball. We conclude with a discussion about meaningful tier differences with pinball machines and of course Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers another sexual harassment complaint at Activision-Blizzard, the troubled Overwatch 2 launch, the chaos and information out of TwitchCon, Google's not-quite-Stadia Chromebooks, and a legal update regarding Microsoft's attempted purchase of Activision.
Episode Links:
Multimorphic's 10/12/2022 manufacturing/business/development update: https://www.facebook.com/MultimorphicInc/posts/pfbid02Kupv3phCxobNo3e7wAEgPHL95zv1sb8UMn2rAVdbZeBGHccfWqTmGPTRPW1vkLgrl
Pinball News article on the new Legends of Valhalla Classic: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2022/10/07/new-legends-of-valhalla-classic/
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 177 - You Only Reveal Twice & StadiDONE
Pinball: We yet again discuss Stern Pinball's James Bond, provide some small updates regarding Pinball Adventures and Spooky Pinball, discuss some layout information regarding Homepin's Spinal Tap, and Rumor Corner (featuring two rumors due to demand from our Patreons).
Video Games: This segment covers Google's impending shutdown of Stadia, a Cyberpunk 2077 reveal, an update regarding Skull and Bones, discussion of the Rockstar hack, and some major changes coming to Twitch streaming.
Episode Links:
Watch ToT from 9/29/2022: https://youtu.be/L0B9qJKFZIM
Knapp Arcade article about Stern's last run of Guardians being built: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/i-am-groot-last-run-of-stern-pinball-guardians-of-the-galaxy-is-on-the-line
Knapp Arcade coverage of Elements: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/pinball-adventures-to-post-development-of-elements-game-on-youtube
Twitch blog post regarding the revenue sharing changes: https://blog.twitch.tv/en/2022/09/21/a-letter-from-twitch-president-dan-clancy-on-subscription-revenue-shares/
Show Links:
EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 176 - The Name is TSR, New TSR
Tony temporarily revives the tabletop segment in the introduction to talk about a "new" TSR.
Pinball: We discuss Stern Pinball's delayed reveal of James Bond, Homepin's reveal of Spinal Tap, a bit about American Pinball, and of course Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers Overwatch 2, the Sims 4, and a bunch of information out of Nintendo Direct.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade coverage of Spinal Tap: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/new-details-of-this-is-spinal-tap-pinball-the-first-video-pricing-etc
TOT#2, a this-or-that on watches with a bunch of pinball personalities: https://youtu.be/MEXc6X1pWyY
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Episode 175 - Welcome to Survivor
Pinball: We open with the game results from the last episode, and follow that with coverage of the re-release of TNA by Spooky Pinball. We follow that with an in-depth discussion of our rankings of ten pinball manufacturers in order of our perceptions of their ability to survive moving forward. Finally, we conclude with Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers new details of the Microsoft purchase of Activision, an update on Halo Infinite, Sony and Tencent increasing ownership stakes in From Software, the Playstation 5 price increase, Embracer Group confirming a Star Wars title, and a Steamdeck update.
Episode Links:
Pinside thread about the ability to support so many manufacturers: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/is-there-room-for-this-many-manufacturers
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 174 - Embracer the Lazenby
Pinball: Coverage covers our Toy Story 4 thoughts now that we've played the game, a Q&A summary from Spooky Pinball, a topper update from Chicago Gaming Company, a Spinal Tap update from Homepin, a new theme reveal from the defunct deeproot Pinball, and we play a new game submitted by Matt Roberts. Of course we end with Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers a variety of movies being developed based on video games, a run-down on Embracer as the parent company of seemingly everything, and some Overwatch 2 news.
Episode Links:
Watch ToT (This or That) with Tony, Dennis, and David: https://youtu.be/Cfk8WPajWO4
Knapp Arcade coverage of the Spooky Pinball Q&A: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/all-the-spooky-pinball-news-that-s-fit-to-print
Pinside post with the Men in Black: Alien Crisis deeproot images: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/twip-is-deeproot-the-next-misadventure-or-a-pinball-revolution/page/639#post-7090830
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 173 - SE+ for So Many Months
Pinball: Coverage focuses on Stern's Home Team for Insider Connected, Pinball Brothers denoting Queen Pinball may come out slower than originally believed, Chicago Gaming Company struggling on what to do with their continued topper delays for the Cactus Canyon Remake, an update on Multimorphic production, and finally Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers financial updates on Activision-Blizzard, Square Enix, and Tencent, along with delays for Gollum and Knights of the Old Republic.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade article about when Queen from Pinball Brothers could be available for play: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/in-response-to-a-9-24-american-debut-for-queen-pinball-pinball-brothers-says-to-hold-your-horses
Pinside post regarding Multimorphic's email updating on P3 status: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/multimorphic-p3-club/page/28#post-7057828
Show Links:
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 172 - We're Gonna Need a Bigger Sequel
Pinball: Coverage focuses on more information coming out regarding Pinball Brother's Queen, a release date for Homepin's Spinal Tap, a discussion about JJP's reported slow sales on Toy Story 4 LE along with their decision not to use the other films, Stern Pinball not revealing anything at Comic Con, a listener email with a proposed Pinside-themed pinball machine, and Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers how two different companies are approaching NFTs, FIFA 23 not having the Russian team, John Romero returning to the FPS world, Nintendo updating some eshop closure details on older systems, Sony confirming they now fully have Bungie, Bayonetta 3 getting a modesty mode, and Nintendo warning users that the Switch is not designed for use in high heat.
Episode Links:
Pinball News article about Pinball Brothers' Queen: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2022/07/21/queen-revealed/
Knapp Arcade article about JJP details revealed in a Jack Guarnieri interview on the Super Awesome Pinball Show: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/more-jersey-jack-inside-info-willy-wonka-was-not-the-first-toy-story-game-reskinned-more
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 171 - Galactic E3 Force
Note: We had some local gain issues so some portions of audio have an echo to them... our apologies.
Pinball: Coverage focuses on an email regarding our Toy Story Four pinball discussion, American Pinball's claim to be getting ready to make classic editions of Legends of Valhalla and two new trademark names associated with the company, Multimorphic shipping Weird Al modules and continuing to search for assemblers to build games, Stern Pinball resuming production of Jurassic Park Pro, and Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers an email about our prior discussion of video game reviews, the ESA announcing they are working with ReedPop to produce E3 2023, Blizzard planning to bring back Blizzcon in 2023, Nintendo partnering with LEGO for a big ol' Bowser, a controversy with Summer Games Done Quick 2022, and some Playstation store impact related to Purchased Studio Canal.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade article on Stern now producing Jurassic Park Pro: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/jurassic-park-pros-are-currently-on-the-line-at-stern-pinball
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Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 170 - Kojima Story 4
Pinball: Coverage focuses on Jersey Jack Pinball's newly revealed Toy Story 4 Pinball and Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers Kojima working on an Xbox game, Starfield's gameplay reveal, DICE staying committed to Battlefield 2042, Activison-Blizzard's shareholder meeting, and the changing dynamics of critic versus user game review scoring.
Episode Links:
This Week in Pinball's Toy Story 4 deep dive: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/jersey-jack-pinball-announces-toy-story-4-pinball-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Show Links:
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 169 - Street Level 2042
Pinball: Coverage includes the Elwin walk-off, Stern Pinball soon ending Guardians of the Galaxy and Led Zeppelin production, Jersey Jack Pinball getting close to releasing their new game, Homepin showing a photo of This is Spinal Tap Pinball, Jon Norris revealing a street-level pinball design called Champs Elysees, and Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers thoughts on Diablo Immortal, Battlefield 2042's season one, and the ESA announcing E3 will be back in 2023.
Episode Links:
Hydra t-shirt: https://eclectic-gamers-podcast.creator-spring.com/listing/hydra-april-2022
Knapp Arcade article with Homepin's Spinal Tap photos: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/homepin-shares-picture-of-this-is-spinal-tap-pinball
Knapp Arcade article about Jon Norris's Champ Elysees layout: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/new-tour-de-france-pinball-design-from-jon-norris
Gamerant article about Diablo Immortal player who didn't get any 5-star gems despite spending thousands of dollars: https://gamerant.com/diablo-immortal-streamer-spends-nearly-4000-dollars-no-5-star-legendary-gems/
Show Links:
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Episode 168 - Check Back Soon
Pinball: Coverage includes Dutch Pinball's consistent output of The Big Lebowski, Multimorphic's status update on the production of Weird Al, deeproot Pinball's website having a cryptic message, Spooky Pinball adding wizard modes to Halloween and Ultraman, and Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers thoughts on the Xbox Game Pass possibly having negative impacts on the video game industry, Stadia losing save files, the new Gollum game being a stealth title, some Activision-Blizzard updates, a new Jedi game, several video games getting movies or tv shows, and the Cyberpunk expansion.
Episode Links:
Dutch Pinball producing TBLs regularly: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/tons-of-big-lebowski-pinball-machines-are-on-the-line
Multimorphic's Weird Al update: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/update-from-multimorphic-on-p3-machines-weird-al-modules
Article about Game Pass possibly being bad for the video game industry: https://kotaku.com/xbox-exec-ed-fries-game-pass-nervous-worried-ps-plus-sp-1848964651
Stadia losing Ghost Recon Breakpoint saves: https://www.androidpolice.com/stadia-lost-ghost-recon-breakpoint-saves/
Show Links:
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 167 - Final Fantasy Pinball NFTs
Note: Echo crops up from time to time during this episode. Apologies upfront.
Pinball: Coverage includes Haggis's Fathom Remake finally starting to arrive to buyers, thoughts on the viability of brutal and/or roguelike pinball games, and a discussion of the current pinball market and pricing.
Video Games: This segment covers Square Enix selling off studios, Genshin Impact hitting a major player spending milestone, EA moving forward with some new games and dropping the FIFA name, Bethesda delaying a couple titles, and Romero putting out a memoir.
Episode Links:
Tex Talks Battletech: The Warhammer: https://youtu.be/8YsiYNJFyQQ
IGN article about Square Enix selling elements to the Embracer Group to invest in the blockchain: https://www.ign.com/articles/square-enix-says-embracer-acquisitions-allow-it-to-invest-more-in-the-blockchain-ai-and-the-cloud
Show Links:
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Episode 166 - Twitchin' for Fullmetal Sonic
Pinball: Coverage includes Ryan McQuaid joining American Pinball, changes to the Deluxe models at American Pinball, the fate of a Dragon's Lair pinball machine, and Rumor Corner.
Video Games: This segment covers talk of Twitch dramatically restructuring their Partner payouts, Square Enix releasing a statue that costs more than a pinball machine, Sony temporarily blocking the ability for folks to extend their active Playstation Plus subscriptions, and the Overwatch 2 beta making a huge splash on Twitch.
Episode Links:
None!
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Episode 165 - Everything is Weird
Note: Several recording difficulties this episode. We attempted to balance the audio ahead of time but in actual recording it seems we still haven't optimized the mics to capture just the people closest to them so there is some reverb, particularly on Dennis. Also Windows decided it just had to update and given Easter activities we could not wait longer and had to record while the install was running. Several audio sections failed to record and so edits around some discussions had to happen. Apologies upfront for the quality issues!
Pinball: We talk some about Fathom Revisited and 2022 game releases, have an extended discussion about P3 versus traditional pinball, and FINALLY catch up on Rumor Corner.
Video Games: We prove updates on Wargaming, Lego and Epic partnering, Elden Ring having a new super-fast speedrun, Hello Games planning an ambitious new game, and a slew of Activision updates.
Episode Links:
Video of the first sub-nine minute Elden Ring any% speedrun: https://youtu.be/NTc469QNrBM
Kotaku article about Gavin Newsom's alleged interfering with Activision lawsuit: https://kotaku.com/activision-blizzard-gavin-newsom-california-governor-df-1848788866
Show Links:
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Episode 164 - 2022 TPF Debrief
Pinball discussion focuses on covering what we experienced at the Texas Pinball Festival (TPF) for 2022. In video games we talk about Summer Games Done Quick returning to in-person, E3 not happening, Nintendo announcing a Breath of the Wild 2 delay, Twitch pausing their boost train, and theft of crypto from Axie Infinity.
Episode Links:
Axie Infinity's crypto hack and theft: https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/axie-infinity-crypto-hack-what-to-know-rcna22178
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Episode 163 - The Year of the 2.0
In pinball discussion we talk about the Weird Al gameplay reveal, the Fathom Revisited 2.0 reveal, a bunch of 2.0 pinball kits, some Texas Pinball Festival plans, and a review of the Pinside Top 10.
In video games discussion revolves around several emails we received, a new Pinball FX table, the New World MMO, Gran Turismo 7, the closed beta for Overwatch 2, Elden Ring setting records, Elite Dangerous leaving consoles, and a Dr. Disrespect legal update.
Episode Links:
Buffalo Pinball recording of the Weird Al gameplay reveal on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1430868216
Knapp Arcade article on Fathom Revisited: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/haggis-pinball-shows-fathom-gameplay
Knapp Arcade article on Tales of the Arabian Nights 2.0: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/mirco-playfields-unveils-williams-tales-of-the-arabian-nights-2-0
Knapp Arcade article on Whirlwind 2.0: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/williams-whirlwind-2-0-pinball-is-being-created
GamesBeat article on Studio 369's $15 million NFT sale for MetalCore: https://venturebeat.com/2022/03/09/studio-369-nets-15m-in-private-token-and-nft-sale-for-metalcore/
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 162 - Apple Fritter Pinball
In pinball discussion we talk about the loss of Barry Oursler, an email about the prior episode's game, reports that JJP will not to reveal Toy Story at Texas Pinball Festival, Stern informing distributors it is skipping the second cornerstone release of 2022, updated information on Homepin's Spinal Tap game, Multimorphic's reveal of Weird Al as their licensed theme, and the upcoming auction of deeproot stuff.
In video games discussion we cover Elden Ring, Street Fighter 6, some more Activision-Blizzard news, video game response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and Nintendo's newly announced Pokemon game.
Episode Links:
Pinball News article on Barry Oursler's death: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2022/02/22/barry-oursler-dies/
Barry Oursler Memorial Fund: https://gofund.me/4e9f1677
Knapp Arcade coverage on Spinal Tap: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/homepin-publishes-update-on-spinal-tap-pinball
Pinball News article on Weird Al for the P3: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2022/02/24/weird-als-museum-of-natural-hilarity/
Knapp Arcade coverage of the deeproot auction: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/auction-date-set-pictures-from-inside-the-shuttered-deeproot-pinball-headquarters
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 161 - Shall We Play a Game 2.0
In pinball discussion we talk about finally playing Rush and P3's hype antics. We then play a new game submitted by Matt Roberts and finally we do Rumor Corner.
In video games discussion we go over Activision-Blizzard, the fate of a Nintendo hacker, Paradox Interactive's working practices, No Man's Sky updates, Final Fantasy 14, and Horizon Forbidden West.
Episode Links:
None!
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 160 - Bungie Jumping the PIAs
Audio troubles mandated Dennis record the intro solo.
In pinball discussion we cover an email about the Pinball Industry Awards, then we talked about the Pinball Industry Award results, and finally we do Rumor Corner.
In video games discussion we read two emails (one on Microsoft and one on Ubisoft), we go over Sony acquiring Bungie, we talk some Activision-Blizzard news, we briefly go over the deprioritization of Stadia, the soon-to-ship Steam Deck, and a few other news snippets.
Episode Links:
2021 Pinball Industry Awards ceremony: https://youtu.be/gchF0GEH1LU
Article on Ubisoft executive saying users don't understand NFT: https://kotaku.com/ubisoft-nft-quartz-digits-ghost-recon-assassins-creed-p-1848437476/amp
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 159 - Microsoft Strikes Back
In pinball discussion we discuss the tragic loss of Lyman Sheats, talk about Haggis finally starting production on Fathom Revisited, cover the new P3 game Flipper Foxtrot Rhythm Explosion, discuss some Pinball Industry Awards Hall of Fame follow-up on the 2000-2009 category, and do Rumor Corner.
In video games discussion is entirely about the huge news of Microsoft moving forward with purchasing Activision-Blizzard.
Episode Links:
Pinball News article covering Lyman Sheats' death: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2022/01/21/lyman-sheats-dies/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 158 - Rush Those Stats
The episode starts with a summary of the 2021 podcast statistics, as part of our annual tradition.
In pinball discussion focuses on three companies Dennis missed in the year-end review, a walkthrough of Pinball Industry Award Hall of Fame voting, Stern Pinball's newest announced game based on the band Rush, and finally Rumor Corner.
In video games discussion covers some general NFT thoughts, then Yoku's Island Express, the rumor of a new Armored Core game, Bioware refocusing its efforts on actually good games, the possible end to E3, and finally some Xbox nail polish.
Episode Links:
The Pinball Industry Awards Hall of Fame voting:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DMK3MLF
This Week in Pinball's deep dive of Rush: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/stern-pinball-announces-rush-pinball-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Episode 157 - 2021 Year-End Review
In pinball discussion focuses on 2021's year-end review of the pinball manufacturers, and a new Rumor Corner.
In video games discussion covers the Hugo Awards, an update on Amazon's New Worlds MMO, an update on Square Enix's FFXIV MMO, a new unsubscribe feature for Twitch, and Minecraft hitting a new view record. Plus we discuss our 2021 games played.
Episode Links:
PiNbALL DeGENeRaTES Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/557493497977444
Pinball Industry Awards judge application: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TFYFQPM
Minecraft 1 trillion views page: https://www.youtube.com/trends/articles/minecraft-trillion/
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Episode 156 - Games Games Games
In pinball discussion goes over the Episode 155 Build a Bank results, a discussion topic on modern pinball game quality, and the latest from Rumor Corner.
In video games discussion focuses on Activision-Blizzard (again!), a whole bunch of game reveals tied to The Game Awards, and bit more about Final Fantasy XIV.
Episode Links:
None!
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Episode 155 - Are You Not Rumortained?
In pinball the guys talk basic news, a CCr parody video, Rumor Corner (CGC this time!), and play Build-a-Bank.
In video games discussion focuses on Activision-Blizzard, Roblox, Star Citizen, and Warhammer 40k.
Episode Links:
Parody trailer for Cactus Canyon Remake: https://youtu.be/kZZMejd6jC8
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Episode 154 - EGP+
In this episode Tony and Dennis do some final follow-up on Chicago Pinball Expo 2021, talk about the Cactus Canyon Remake SE+ version, and talk about Stern's production predictions in 2022.
In video games they cover Blizzard (including Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2 delays), Marvel's Avengers, and Star Citizen.
Episode Links:
Triple Drain episode with Dennis on (Ep. 9): https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-qsncz-112e26d
Ricochet watch at Mr Jones Watches: https://us.mrjoneswatches.com/products/ricochet
Cactus Canyon Remake model matrix: https://www.chicago-gaming.com/coinop/cactus-canyon
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 153 - Pinball Expo 2021
This is a discussion of the Pinball Expo 2021 experience recorded while at Expo. We used a remote recorder and a lot of background noise needed to be stripped out so the audio quality is subpar versus our usual episodes.
Episode Links:
None!
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Episode 152 - Stern+ Incoming?
Pinball: The guys discuss Stern Pinball hiring Seth Davis as president, the new Jurassic Park Pin by Stern, and Jersey Jack Pinball announcing achievements for Guns N' Roses Not In This Lifetime Pinball.
Video Games: Discussion covers the major Twitch hack, EA looking to move away from using the FIFA brand, Avengers continuing to struggle and go back on prior statements, and the latest in the Blizzard legal saga!
Episode Links:
Stern Pinball announcement of hiring Seth Davis as President: https://sternpinball.com/2021/10/14/stern-pinball-announces-hiring-of-new-president/
Jurassic Park Pin game trailer: https://youtu.be/4__MWlK-P7w
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Episode 151 - Almost 0% Activision News!
Pinball: After a lengthy, pinball-related intro the guys talk about the quasi-reveal of Pinball Brothers' upcoming game Queen Pinball, discuss JJP adding achievements to Wonka, and discuss Lyman Sheats and Josh Sharpe doing the new software for Chicago Gaming Company's Cactus Canyon Remake.
Video Games: Discussion starts with a bit about Cruis'n Blast for Nintendo Switch, followed by a bunch of info from the latest Nintendo Direct. After that they discuss the memetastic Amazon MMO, New World. Finally, there is a (sorry folks!) Activision legal update.
Episode Links:
Pinball News article on Queen Pinball: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2021/09/29/queen-pinball-revealed/
IFPA announcement of Sheats and Sharpe doing the CCr software for CGC: https://www.ifpapinball.com/lyman-sheats-and-josh-sharpe-partnering-with-chicago-gaming-company/
Knapp Arcade review of Cruis'n Blast: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/game-review-cruis-n-blast-for-the-nintendo-switch
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Episode 150 - There Goes Tokyo
Pinball: The guys spend most of the pinball segment covering Godzilla, Stern Pinball's latest release. They also spend a bit of time critiquing the screen animations on Spooky Pinball's Halloween at the present time.
Video Games: Discussion covers the Jagged Alliance 3 announcement, a delay on Battlefield 2042, Blizzard having yet another lawsuit filed against them, and No Man's Sky achieving positive review status.
Episode Links:
Stern Pinball's Facebook announcement of Godzilla: https://www.facebook.com/sternpinball/posts/10159750464174244
Halloween gameplay from animation director: https://youtu.be/Ecp5RzeFpP4
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
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Episode 149 - Sorcerer's Hiatus Connected
Pinball: The guys discuss Sorcerer's Apprentice (the new P3 game from Multimorphic), Homepin announcing This Is Spinal Tap Pinball, This Week in Pinball going on hiatus, Stern Pinball launching their Insider Connected Platform, and a user-submitted question about video-game themes and interconnected options for pinball.
Video Games: Discussion covers several updates on Blizzard, talk about the new Saints Row game, and the day off Twitch protest that happened September 1st.
Episode Links:
Sorcerer's Apprentice information at Pinball News: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2021/08/23/sorcerers-apprentice-p3-game-launched/
Pinside thread on Homepin's This Is Spinal Tap Pinball: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/homepins-spinal-tap
This Week in Pinball's hiatus announcement: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-hiatus/
FCC disclosure guide for social media influencers: https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/plain-language/1001a-influencer-guide-508_1.pdf
Stern's Insider Connected announcement: https://sternpinball.com/2021/08/26/stern-pinball-launches-insider-connected-platform/
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Episode 148 - Roundup on the Roots
Pinball: The guys briefly discuss Chicago Gaming Company and its now-confirmed Cactus Canyon Remake, but spend most of their time on the SEC's complaint against deeproot Funds and how it impacts deeproot Pinball.
Video Games: Discussion is short and covers more Skyrim coming soon, a new Ace Combat game, a new possible Saints Row game, and some more updates regarding Blizzard.
Episode Links:
SEC Litigation Release on complaint against Robert Mueller and deeproot Funds: https://www.sec.gov/litigation/litreleases/2021/lr25179.htm
Full SEC complaint against deeproot: https://www.sec.gov/litigation/complaints/2021/comp25179.pdf
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Episode 147 - New Pastures and Deep Roots
Pinball: The guys discuss Steve Ritchie and Lyman Sheets leaving Stern Pinball and the latest information and rumors regarding deeproot Pinball.
Video Games: Discussion is all about Blizzard and more information and fallout from their recent harassment scandal.
Episode Links:
Jersey Jack Pinball's Facebook announcement of hiring Steve Ritchie: https://www.facebook.com/JerseyJackPinball/posts/4637502326268327
Pinball News article on Steve Ritchie joining JJP (mentions Lyman Sheets also having left Stern Pinball): https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2021/08/02/steve-ritchie-joins-jjp/
Pinside post from blueberryjohnson regarding the deeproot Facebook pages (with links): https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/twip-is-deeproot-the-next-misadventure-or-a-pinball-revolution/page/426#post-6427022
LoserKid Pinball Podcast Episode 65 (discusses deeproot Pinball leaving social media): https://soundcloud.com/loserkidpinballpodcast/ep-65-this-isnt-a-good-sign-from-deeproot
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Episode 146 - A Blizzard of Bad News
Pinball: The guys discuss Stern Pinball planning to reveal something big in September and the permanent closing of the Museum of Pinball in Banning.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on Blizzard facing legal action regarding its corporate culture, Valve's new Steam Deck, and Nintendo clarifying plans for the Switch.
Episode Links:
Article on Blizzard's lawsuit: https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-07-22-state-of-california-sues-activision-blizzard-over-frat-boy-culture
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Episode 145 - The Night An OLED Switch Came Home
Note: Apologies for Dennis's audio, a setting issue resulted in him not being picked up well by the microphone so there is a bit of an echo on his quality.
Pinball: The guys discuss Halloween and Ultraman: Kaiju Rumble, the two new pinball machines revealed by Spooky Pinball.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on a new iteration of the Nintendo Switch, the results of the Summer Games Done Quick 2021 fundraising effort, an auction for a Legend of Zelda game, and some highlights from Sony's State of Play.
Episode Links:
This Week in Pinball's deep dive on Halloween: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/spooky-announces-halloween-pinball-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
This Week in Pinball's deep dive on Ultraman: Kaiju Rumble: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/spooky-announces-ultraman-kaiju-rumble-pinball-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Arcadegeddon: https://youtu.be/zqwzWnjgvSg
Tribes of Midgard: https://youtu.be/_7zim39FcQ4
F.I.S.T.: https://youtu.be/E1EHQKECRdE
JETT: The Far Shore: https://youtu.be/-Aw1CXL1gug
Death Stranding Director's Cut: https://youtu.be/6tgsz7WbidU
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Episode 144 - The E3 of Silver Falls
Pinball: The guys discuss Silver Falls, an upcoming new title for the P3 platform, and discuss the P3 and Multimorphic's attempts to grow the system in general.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on some the rest of the E3 2021 coverage not handled in the prior episode.
Episode Links:
Silver Falls website: https://silverfallsforever.com/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 143 - E2.5 2021
Pinball: The guys cover a couple emails and then discuss Multimorphic's plan for a licensed theme on their next P3 title and American Pinball now being owned by Aimtron.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on some early E3 2021 coverage.
Episode Links:
Amazon link for Kindle version of Take-A-Shot Stories #1: Beach Trip: Beware! (note: book purchases may financially benefit Dennis): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B095XK9YV8/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_V7AKVJG4C9QFVMH50QW3
Amazon link for Kindle version of Fangers Inc.: An Anthology of Vampire Stories (note: book purchases may financially benefit Dennis): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RWXCR3B/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_EC60JHHBGCKMXCJDVT6F
Pinball News & Pinball Magazine Podcast episode with American Pinball interview: https://www.podbean.com/ew/dir-nk8yg-eaf3b6e
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: https://youtu.be/Axmg1E4HrVE
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope: https://youtu.be/A6JFk49ED9A
Devolver MaxPass+ Showcase: https://youtu.be/viojUZ4gS5w
Elden Ring: https://youtu.be/E3Huy2cdih0
Watchdogs: Legion: https://youtu.be/c0nhtYy-A90
Metal Slug Tactics: https://youtu.be/DqF0KLsaf6U
Battlefield 2042: https://youtu.be/ASzOzrB-a9E
Show Links:
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 142 - Wizards of the Post
Pinball: The guys discuss a bit about the prior episode's distributor talk, Haggis selling out of their Fathom Revisited Mermaid Edition, Spooky appearing to be close to revealing their next pinball machine, the continued explosion of complaints regarding Jersey Jack Pinball and subpar playfields with GnR, Pinball Adventures revealing an upcoming game called Elements, and the latest deeproot update on RAZA.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on Nintendo Switch rumors, the cancellation of Blizzcon and Overwatch 2 news, Twitch and its actions regarding the hot tub meta, and Ubisoft's actions regarding sexual harassment.
Episode Links:
Pinball Adventures sneak peak video for Elements: https://youtu.be/_uSQXP_KTj8
Show Links:
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EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 141 - They Call Me Mister Baby Yoda!
Pinball: The guys discuss Stern Pinball's announcement of The Mandalorian Pinball.
Video Games: Discussion focus on Dungeons and Dragons Dark Alliance, E3 being virtual, Ubisoft testing out more free-to-play, and Stadia super-duper-not-at-all-in-trouble.
Episode Links:
Article where Mandalorian director Dave Filoni confirms calling The Child "Baby Yoda" is fine: https://www.insider.com/mandalorian-director-says-baby-yoda-is-acceptable-name-2019-11
This Week in Pinball's Deep Dive of Stern Pinball's The Mandalorian: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/stern-announces-the-mandalorian-pinball-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 140 - Fathoming a Paycut
Pinball: The guys discuss Haggis Pinball's announcement of Fathom Revisited.
Video Games: Discussion focus on Activision-Blizzard's CEO pay, the loss of Jeff Kaplan from Blizzard, Microsoft revising their cut of PC game sales, Valorant's steps to deal with voice-chat toxicity, and Konami not being at E3.
Episode Links:
Gaming on Ten Podcast with Dennis: https://gamingontenminutesaweek.libsyn.com/episode-146-one-year-hiatus
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 139 - Waffles!
Pinball: The guys discuss Spooky's expansion plus other planned updates and Heist getting 15-ball multiball.
Video Games: Discussion focus on Square Enix rumors, Amazon dropping a Lord of the Rings MMO, Twitch getting rid of viewbots, Outriders losing inventory, and the success of Cyberpunk 2077.
Episode Links:
Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzguU-TCtQPU3ZzD-aSjpeg
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 138 - So Which Came First?
Pinball: The guys briefly talk TWIPYs before moving into the latest information coming out about deeproot Pinball. From there they play a new game submitted by Matt Roberts: So Which Came First?
Video Games: Discussion focuses LEGO Star Wars, Outriders, and No Man's Sky.
Episode Links:
Pinside post with the purported deeproot Pinball April 2021 update on RAZA: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/raza-pre-order-club/page/20#post-6215272
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 137 - Dark Days of Avengers
Pinball: The guys discuss Project Pinball's translites' auction, JJP's new approach on chipped playfields, and whether pinball is in a darkest days period despite all the purported demand.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on Activision-Blizzard's layoffs, Tony's experience with Valheim, and the latest from Square Enix.
Episode Links:
Project Pinball's Two Weeks of Translites: https://projectpinball.rallyup.com/projectpinballs-twoweeksoftranslites-auction
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 136 - Diablo Interviews
Pinball: After a brief update on the Pinball Hall of Fame the guys discuss their deeproot Pinball interview (now over three years old)!
Video Games: Discussion focuses on the Avengers game, the end of Artifact, the end of Anthem, and the hopefully-not-end of Diablo 2: Resurrected.
Episode Links:
Article on Diablo 2: Resurrected: https://www.pcgamer.com/diablo-2-resurrected-release-date-alpha-changes/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 135 - Hires and Cons
Pinball: Discussion covers a bit more about Jersey Jack Pinball's GnR price increase followed by American Pinball's hiring of Jack Haeger as Art Director.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on some creative police force usage of DMCA, Blizzard's virtual convention, and CD Projekt Red being hacked.
Episode Links:
LoserKid Pinball Podcast interview with Jack Haeger: https://soundcloud.com/loserkidpinballpodcast/ep-54-the-real-von-token-taker-with-jack-haeger-and-david-fix
Beverly Hills cops using music to get people who film them banned: https://www.vice.com/en/article/bvxb94/is-this-beverly-hills-cop-playing-sublimes-santeria-to-avoid-being-livestreamed
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 134 - $1k Increases & Stadia Fail?
Pinball: News discussion covers the thousand-dollar increase Jersey Jack Pinball has deployed for Guns N' Roses Pinball. The guys also discuss the results of the Pinball Industry Awards.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on Blizzard not planning to release Diablo 4 or Overwatch 2 in 2021, Google Stadia closing its gaming studios, Gearbox Studios being acquired by Embracer, and information about the Mass Effect Legendary Edition.
Episode Links:
The Pinball Industry Awards ceremony: https://youtu.be/AdHxNaESHq8
The Pinball Industry Awards website: http://thepinballindustryawards.com/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 133 - John Hughes Pinball
Pinball: News discussion touches on the upcoming Pinball Industry Awards ceremony and The Pinball Hall of Fame's active GoFundMe, but the bulk of the pinball segment is discussing which John Hughes's directed movie would make the for best pinball machine.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on Lucas Film Games, Microsoft's price increase (and then cancellation of said increase) for Xbox Live Gold, and the game development at Valve.
Episode Links:
The Pinball Industry Awards: http://thepinballindustryawards.com/
Uncle Pinball's Podcast Tim Arnold interview (part 1): https://open.spotify.com/episode/43fjFloOMeRiDqpW5QC1AT
Uncle Pinball's Podcast Tim Arnold interview (part 2): https://open.spotify.com/episode/4t7ld8yT0HhgNO2giUoTkC
Show Links:
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 132 - Star American Citizen
Pinball: Discussion covers The Pinball Industry Awards, Dennis Nordman joining American Pinball, and TWIPY voting now being open.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on Star Citizen and Awesome Games Done Quick.
Episode Links:
The Super Awesome Pinball Show episode with David Fix and Dennis Nordman: https://superawesomepinballshow.libsyn.com/the-super-awesome-pinball-show-s1-e22-american-pinball
TWIPY voting: https://twipys.com/
Destructoid article on AGDQ 2021: https://www.destructoid.com/stories/agdq-2021-raises-an-amazing-2-7-million-for-the-prevent-cancer-foundation-616307.phtml
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 131 - 2020 Year-End Review
Pinball: Discussion covers The Pinball Industry Awards, Stern Pinball's Led Zeppelin, Stern's EULA changes, and a discussion of pinball in 2020.
Video Games: Discussion here covers Cyberpunk 2077 litigation and a discussion of video games in 2020.
Episode Links:
The Pinball Industry Awards: http://thepinballindustryawards.com/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 130 - Pinball Galore and Cyberbugs 2077
Pinball: Discussion covers the new P3 mini-game Shoot n' Scoot, the announcement of a Led Zeppelin pinball machine by Stern Pinball, the return of Alien Pinball (now by Pinball Brothers), and deeproot Pinball going live on its website for RAZA purchases.
Video Games: Discussion here covers the latest on Twitch and DMCA challenges and ends with a lengthy discussion on Cyberpunk 2077.
Episode Links:
deeproot website: https://deeprootpinball.com/
Pinball Profile's deeproot interview panel: https://www.pinballprofile.com/episode-292-deeproot-pinball-panel-discussion-on-raza/
Pinball News & Pinball Magazine Podcast's interview with Robert of deeproot: https://anchor.fm/pinball-industry-news/episodes/Bonus-PINcast-In-depth-interview-with-Robert-Mueller-of-Deeproot-Pinball-enjde8/a-a4338ef
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 129 - Replaying Cyberpunk
Pinball: Discussion revolves around Søren ROMs with Planetary Pinball, the production model stream for deeproot's RAZA, and the end of the Replay Foundation as we know it.
Video Games: Discussion involves Cyberpunk, Stadia, the failure that is Marvel's Avengers by SE, and Comcast data caps.
Episode Links:
Slam Tilt Podcast Episode 154 (Søren interview): http://www.slamtiltpodcast.com/2020/11/17/episode-154-soren-strikes-back/
The Super Awesome Pinball Show (covers Replay Foundation): https://superawesomepinballshow.libsyn.com/the-super-awesome-pinball-show-special-report
Slam Tilt Podcast Episode 155 (covers Replay Foundation): http://www.slamtiltpodcast.com/2020/11/28/episode-155-missing-medallions/
Replay Foundation's 2018 990 documentation: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/display_990/453766786/01_2020_prefixes_45-45%2F453766786_201812_990PF_2020013017091430
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 128 - Cake or Death (Pins or Video Games)?
This episode has a wide-ranging discussion about Stern releasing another cornerstone in 2020, the cost of toppers, DMCA and Twitch, the new consoles from Sony and Microsoft, Nintendo's sales figures, and capping donations on Twitch. At the end Tony and Dennis also choose if they could have only one, pinball or video games, which answer is correct (and there is a correct answer!).
Episode Links:
What is this? (Dschinghis Khan - Moskau 1979): https://youtu.be/NvS351QKFV4
What is this? (RASPUTIN - Vladimir Putin - Love The Way You Move (Funk Overload)): https://youtu.be/YgGzAKP_HuM
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 127 - Slo Mo Cyberpunk
Pinball: Dennis and Tony discuss the plan by Spooky Pinball to eventually run TNA version 2.0 and Jersey Jack Pinball's major coup with getting a game featured by the Slo Mo Guys on YouTube.
Video Games: Primary discussion revolves around yet another delay on Cyberpunk 2077. They also discuss the slew of Ubisoft video games that work on PS4 but will not work on PS5.
Episode Links:
The Slow Mo Guys showing how pinball works: https://youtu.be/Tmg5WOvPKpU
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 126 - VR or GNR?
A short episode, mostly talking about Guns N' Roses on the pinball side and VR on the video game side.
Episode Links:
Final Round's Pinball Expo workshop "Discussing Pinball Podcasts": https://youtu.be/rnUR3Xyw-U0
This Week in Pinball's Deep Dive on Guns N' Roses: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/guns-n-roses-pinball-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Straight Down the Middle's Guns N' Roses featurette: https://youtu.be/jUJOkjKFHxg
Buffalo Pinball's Guns N' Roses gameplay reveal: https://youtu.be/zHTJ4W6r5ks
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 125 - Holy Poppin' Long Episode
Pinball: Tony and Dennis discuss some brief thoughts on Jersey Jack Pinball's upcoming game reveal, cover the new P3 game Ranger in the Ruins, talk about Fun With Bonus transitioning to a new focus, and spend a lot of time on the deeproot Pinball infodump and thoughts about how the whole thing went down.
Video Games: Dennis and Tony discuss some backlash regarding Sony's Spider-Man, dealys with Cyberpunk 2077, thoughts about Microsoft buying ZeniMax Media, and opinions on how the Overwatch League went in 2020.
Episode Links:
Ranger in the Ruins TWIP deep dive: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/ranger-in-the-ruins-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-code/
TWIP coverage of deeproot's platform, future games, and related: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/deeproot-pinball-platform-pinbar-pinarmor-ecosystem-future-games-and-future-plans/
LoserKid Pinball Podcast episode 44 (with Dennis talking deeproot Pinball): https://soundcloud.com/loserkidpinballpodcast/ep-44-deeproot-discussion-with-dennis-and-zach
FTC Disclosures 101 for social media influencers: https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/plain-language/1001a-influencer-guide-508_1.pdf
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 124 - Solid State Pinball Supply
Tony and Dennis are joined by Nick Greenup and Keri Wing of Solid State Pinball Supply. In this entirely pinball episode they talk about Avengers, JJP, Deeproot, routing games, growing a pinball venue in a pandemic, and play a challenging game of guess-the-fix-to-this-pinball!
Note: Skype had some audio latency issues so there are some strange pauses intermittently during the episode (editing helps but some of the breaks will be obvious, be forewarned!)
Episode Links:
Solid State Pinball Supply: http://www.solidstatekc.com/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 123 - Knapp Assemble!
Tony and Dennis are joined by Jason Knapp of the famous Knapp Arcade Facebook page to talk games!
Pinball: The guys discuss Avengers: Infinity Quest from Stern Pinball, the reported price and limits on the Elvira House of Horrors topper, deeproot Pinball's hammer test promotion, and they play a new hit-game: Fix-A-Bank!
Video Games: Discussion focuses on the new Nvidia graphics cards and Super Mario Bros. 35.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KnappArcade
This Week in Pinball's Deep Drive of Avengers: Infinity Quest: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/avengers-infinity-quest-pinball-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Super Maro Bros. 35: https://youtu.be/a8DJpeCy8CQ
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 122 - Apples and Adapters
Pinball: The guys discuss the potential Guns and Roses reveal by Jersey Jack Pinball in September, the planned deeproot reveal in September, and Stern's video output adapter for LCD screens.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on Epic's battle with Apple and Google app stores, Halo Infinite's delay, Burger King's advertising strategy on Twitch, and Supreme releasing an arcade cabinet.
Episode Links:
The Pinball Show's episode 25:
https://www.thepinballnetwork.net/e/the-pinball-show-ep-25-soft-reboot-hard-news/
TWIP TV's July 2020 pinball recap: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/twip-tv-july-2020-pinball-recap/
The Pinball Show's episode 26:
https://www.thepinballnetwork.net/e/the-pinball-show-ep-26-inside-pinball/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 121 - Dots in the Popcorn
Pinball: The guys do a re-cap on the last Build a Bank game. From there they discuss the survival of location pinball in the protracted fallout from COVID-19. Finally, in a not-really-pinball but not-really-video-games transition topic they talk about the Mr Jones Watches design that Ryan Claytor did: Step Right Up.
Video Games: Discussion focuses on exclusivity and the Marvel's Avengers video game, the comeback of Dr. Disrespect, the 2020 World Championship for League of Legends, and Blizzard's employee pay woes.
Episode Links:
Link to the Step Right Up watch: https://mrjoneswatches.com/products/step-right-up
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 120 - Video Game Themes
Pinball: The guys do a re-cap on feedback Tony received regarding books that would make for good pinball machines. They then do a joint exercise of trying to come up with unique video game concepts that could work in pinball. Finally, they play Build A Bank.
Video Games: The guys discuss the Xbox Games Showcase.
Episode Links:
Polygon summary of the Xbox Games Showcase: https://www.polygon.com/2020/7/23/21335576/xbox-games-showcase-event-halo-infinite-game-pass
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 119 - Tony Tackles Total Talking
Tony does this episode solo.
Pinball: Tony covers Jersey Jack Pinball's hiring of Jim Patla and recent copyright strikes relating to Spooky Pinball's Rick and Morty. Tony also expands on dream theme concepts for pinball.
Video Games: Tony covers the potential price hikes for next-gen console gaming, an update regarding Dr. Disrespect, a major shake-up at Ubisoft, the cancellation of the EVO fighting game tournament, and major sexual harassment, assault, and abuse charges throughout the Smash fighting game community.
Episode Links:
Ubisoft: https://kotaku.com/top-ubisoft-executives-out-amid-me-too-turmoil-1844350972
Evo: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/evo-2020-online-has-been-cancelled/1100-6479302/
Smash Allegations: https://kotaku.com/over-50-sexual-misconduct-allegations-have-the-super-sm-1844328719
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 118 - Marketing 101
Tony and Dennis are joined by Travis Murie in this episode of the Eclectic Gamers Podcast.
Pinball: The discussion is entirely around marketing and promotion in pinball, specifically focusing in on social media, influencers, and the value of video.
Video Games: Topics include the shutdown of Mixer, Twitch's efforts against harassment, the (permanent?) ban of Dr. Disrespect on Twitch, and EA Play 2020.
Episode Links:
Travis Murie's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr80z2jt91eUdqkCkmmxvOw
Gamespot article on Mixer shutting down: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/mixer-shutting-down-microsoft-partnering-with-face/1100-6478822/
Polygon article on Twitch banning streamers over sexual abuse allegations: https://www.polygon.com/2020/6/25/21302983/twitch-sexual-abuse-assault-harassment-bans
Polygon article on Dr. Disrespect's Twitch ban: https://www.polygon.com/2020/6/26/21304828/twitch-bans-dr-disrespect
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 117 - PS5 Wheels
Pinball: Tony and Dennis discuss the JJP podcast interview with Brett Abess and the latest from American Pinball on promoting Hot Wheels.
They also play Build a Bank!
Video Games: The main focus is the PS5 event, but some time is also spent on the DMCA issues with Twitch.
Episode Links:
Jersey Jack Pinball Podcast: https://jjppodcast.libsyn.com/
Straight Down the Middle unboxing video of Hot Wheels: https://youtu.be/xnXUd6mebhY
Straight Down the Middle first impressions video: https://youtu.be/mubznrnqRsc
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 116 - Turtle Power
Pinball: Tony and Dennis discuss Multimorphic's Internet-based head-to-head gameplay, Jersey Jack Pinball's teaser for an upcoming innovation announcement, and Stern Pinball's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pinball reveal (along with the drama that flowed with it).
They also tackle a discussion about what is a "grail" pin and play a new game of Build a Bank!
Video Games: Dennis provides a review of the latest updates to Zaccaria Pinball. Tony summarizes some new Playstation 5 announcements and the cancellation of BlizzCon.
Episode Links:
Multimorphic's head-to-head Internet gameplay announcement: https://www.multimorphic.com/news/head-to-head-pinball-over-the-internet/
Jersey Jack Pinball's innovation teaser trailer: https://www.facebook.com/JerseyJackPinball/videos/1035857633478636/
TWIP deep dive on Stern's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pinball: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 115 - Jurassic Showdown!
Jeff Bakalar (CNET, Giant Beastcast) joins as a guest host in this pinball-centric episode.
In the show Tony and Dennis quickly go over Episode 114's Build a Bank game results, discuss the This Week in Pinball promoter database, and the announcement that ReplayFX is cancelled for 2020.
Afterwards, the guys discuss Jeff's top 10 pinball machines (as of 2019) from an article he wrote. Along the way they talk about what goes into their vision of a good pinball machine.
Finally, a quick run through Stern Pinball's Stern Showdown, to determine which pinball machine reigns supreme (spoiler, Supreme Pinball did not win).
Episode Links:
CNET: https://www.cnet.com/
Giant Beastcast: https://www.giantbomb.com/shows/beastcast/
Jeff Bakalar's Top 10 Pinball Machines as of 2019: https://www.giantbomb.com/articles/jeff-bakalars-top-10-pinball-machines-as-of-2019/1100-5963/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 114 - BuildABank
Pinball: The guys play a new game, Build A Bank, where the listeners can vote on Facebook to determine who built the best 6-game bank!
Video Games: Dennis talks Far Cry 5, Tony talks XCOM: Chimera Squad, and they discuss the news regarding Blizzard attempting to reform the Overwatch League.
Episode Links:
None this episode!
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 113 - We Talk Movie...err...Pinball
Pinball: The guys speculate on themes that would make for interesting pinball machines (not your typical, run-of-the-mill suggestions!).
Video Games: There is some news here with coverage on the PS5, Games Done Quick, Valorant, and XCOM: Chimera Squad. We also discuss some games we've been playing (Shortest Trip to Earth, Doom Eternal, Periodic Deliveries, and Far Cry 5).
Episode Links:
None this episode!
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 112 - Quarantine Gaming
Pinball: The news is at a crawl thanks to COVID-19. The guys talk about the shut downs in production, the impact coronavirus is having on the hobby, and Dennis Nordman leaving deeproot Pinball.
Video Games: Being under stay-at-home orders means progress is possible in games! After covering some delayed titles the following games are discussed: Crackdown 3, Doom: Eternal, Wolfenstein: Youngblood, and Resident Evil 2 (remake).
Episode Links:
TPS Midweek Ep 4: COVID-19 Deep Dive: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-rccri-d7eb60
Pinball News & Pinball Magazine Podcast: March 2020: http://www.podcastgarden.com/episode/pinball-industry-news-recap-march-2020_154989
TWIPY results: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/the-twipy-pinball-awards-results-percentages-and-honorable-mentions/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 111 - A HEIST of Specs
Pinball: The pinball segment focuses on COVID-19 shutdowns, American Pinball's new Hot Wheels game, and HEIST for the P3.
Video Games: In video games the discussions are around COVID-19's continued impact on the Overwatch League, Overwatch's new hero Echo, and the spec comparison between Sony's PS5 and Microsoft's Xbox Series X.
Episode Links:
Hot Wheels gameplay video by Arcade Heroes: https://youtu.be/jU2R9zUQE8c
This Week in Pinball's deep dive on HEIST for the P3: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/heist-revealed-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine-features-rules-and-more/
Overwatch Hero 32: Echo: https://playoverwatch.com/en-us/heroes/echo/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 110 - COVID-19 & A Dash of Silverball
Pinball: The pinball segment focuses on Spooky Pinball and Chicago Gaming Company teaming up to release a Ben Heck pin, Jersey Jack Pinball moving production to Chicago, and the results of the 2019-2020 IFPA Pinball Championships (North American and Women's World).
Video Games: In video games the discussions are more coronavirus fallout, and updates regarding Valve Software and Overwatch.
Episode Links:
Dennis's article at Pinball News, "NACS 2019: A Game Analysis": https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2020/03/01/nacs-2019-a-game-analysis/
Geek Fight Podcast: https://www.geekward.com/podcasts/geek-fight-podcast
The International RFP: https://www.scribd.com/document/448967489/Request-for-Proposal-2021-Host-City-for-The-International-Dota2-Esports-Championship
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 109 - UV Coronas
Pinball: The pinball segment focuses on Stern Pinball's UV kit for Stranger Things and the announced Heavy Metal pin.
Video Games: In video games the discussions are more coronavirus fallout, an update on the Star Citizen vs. Crytek lawsuit, and some talk about an upcoming Diablo anime and the Sonic the Hedgehog movie.
Episode Links:
None this time!
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 108 - Hammer Time Reforged
Pinball: The pinball segment focuses on discussing Haggis Pinball's new approach to playfield design and the first gameplay of Spooky Pinball's Rick and Morty game.
Video Games: In video games the primary discussion is Warcarft 3 Reforged, along with some updating regarding Overwatch League (so a very Blizzard segment).
Episode Links:
Haggis Pinball's video "PINBALL PLAYFIELD vs SLEDGEHAMMER": https://youtu.be/dbgtok6Bbu4
Rick and Morty Pinball sneak preview of gameplay: https://youtu.be/nXw3IMXqeRw
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 107 - TPN & Video Game Non-Drama
Pinball: The pinball segment is all about The Pinball Network, from the fallout stemming from the launch trailer to the concept behind the idea and the various pinball transitions that were, and were not, related to TPN's formation.
Video Games: In video games, discussion revolves around Sony deciding to skip another E3, Cyberpunk 2077 pushing back its release date, Crytek and their lawsuit with Cloud Imperium Games, Overwatch news, Google partnering with Activision-Blizzard, and how the Coronavirus is impacting esports.
Episode Links:
Dennis's pinball market trends article using the 2018 TWIPY games: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/market-trends-2018-twipy-games-through-the-2019-period/
Dennis's last TWIP Podcast episode (79) with Zach Meny: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-with-dennis-kriesel-and-zach-meny-the-curtain-call/
Head2Head Pinball's announcement that it has ended the show: http://www.head2headpinball.com/2020/01/19/announcement-head2head-pinball-comes-to-an-end/
Pinball Supernova's announcement it has ended the blog: https://pinballsupernova.wordpress.com/2020/01/18/goodbye-pinball-supernova-thank-you-to-all-the-subscribers-and-viewers/
Sony not going to E3: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2020-01-11-playstation-will-not-participate-in-e3-2020
Cyberpunk 2077 delayed: https://www.polygon.com/2020/1/16/21068996/cyberpunk-2077-delayed-to-september
Crytek Lawsuit: https://www.pcgamer.com/cryteks-lawsuit-over-star-citizen-using-cryengine-continues-heating-up/
CIG motion to dismiss: https://www.docdroid.net/jvZtFTX/document.pdf#page=9
Activision Blizzard sign deal with Google: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/activision-blizzard-and-google-enter-into-multi-year-strategic-relationship-to-power-new-player-experiences-300993016.html
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 106 - TWIPY + AGDQ = Long Episode
Before the segments start, Tony and Dennis do their annual discussion of the EGP podcast specifics (obviously focused on 2019 this go-around).
Pinball: This segment opens with a brief discussion of Italian Bottoms in pinball based on Dennis's recent article, and then concludes with a massive TWIPY discussion (including Tony and Dennis's picks).
Video Games: This segment starts with a brief discussion of Nintendo's Pokemon Direct, and then concludes with a massive discussion of Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) 2020.
Episode Links:
This American Pinball: https://www.thisamericanpinball.com/
Macho Pinball Podcast Pinball Podcast Vlog Show: https://soundcloud.com/macho-pinball
Dennis's Italian Bottom article, published with This Week in Pinball: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/understanding-the-italian-bottom/
2019 TWIPY voting: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/the-twipy-pinball-awards-a-celebration-of-the-hobby-voting-now-open/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 105 - 2019 Year-End Review
Pinball: Tony and Dennis go over the latest news on Punny Factory, Rick & Morty Pinball, and Stranger Things Pinball. From there, they provide a year-end review on many of the pinball manufacturers, along with some 2020 predictions/discussion.
Video Games: Tony leads the way with a talk about his approach to gaming in 2019 and how that reflects on game time versus games completed. Dennis also discusses how the 2019 year has gone for his own gaming volume.
Episode Links:
Pinball News article on Punny Factory: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2019/12/16/punny-factory/
This Week in Pinball's 12-23-2019 article (includes Rick and Morty Pinball information): https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-december-23rd-2019/
IGN article revealing Stern's Stranger Things pinball machine: https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/12/23/stranger-things-pinball-revealed-first-images-and-gameplay-details
Dead Flip video of Stranger Things (Pro model): https://youtu.be/czzWTk6XlDI
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 104 - Beneath the Morty & Video Game Awards
Dennis flies solo on this episode. He discusses the released image of the underside of Ricky & Morty's playfield from Spooky pinball and then talks about the major winners and announcements at The Video Game Awards 2019.
Episode Links:
Matt from Slap Save Pinball Podcast's Pinside post annotating the Rick & Morty underside of the playfield: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/rick-amp-morty-pinball-from-spooky/page/41#post-5349848
Polygon article of the winners at The Game Awards 2019: https://www.polygon.com/game-awards-tga/2019/12/13/21020351/game-awards-2019-winners-nominees-tga
The Verge article on the 12 biggest announcements at The Game Awards 2019: https://www.theverge.com/2019/12/12/21012552/the-game-awards-2019-biggest-announcements-trailers-xbox-series-x
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 103 - Roanoke Return
An entirely pinball-focused episode, Tony and Dennis are joined by Nic Shell, Executive Director of the Roanoke Pinball Museum.
They start with a brief discussion about Spooky Pinball's announcement of Rick and Morty as their next theme. From there, Nic discusses the Roanoke Pinball Museum and his recent focus on using game show tactics (modeled specifically around Fascination) to help promote pinball. From there, Dennis subjects Nic to a game of 20 Questions.
Later in the episode, Nic and Dennis surprise Tony with the true purpose to Nic's visit: Roanoke Pinball Museum gifting a grail pinball machine to Tony, Campus Queen!
Finally, the guys have a philosophical discussion about modern pinball versus EM pinball when it comes to audio headspace and its role in the social experience of pinball.
Note: The audio has more echo than usual due to the need to capture three voices locally.
Episode Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum: https://roanokepinball.org/
Show Links:
Roanoke Pinball Museum (EGP Sponsor): https://roanokepinball.org/
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 102 - Gaming Thanks
Pinball: In pinball Tony and Dennis go over a new podcast, The Super Awesome Pinball Show. Then, the only other news item, the Stern Star Wars topper gets a brief discussion. The segment is closed out with a discussion of pinball franchises the guys are thankful for.
Video Games: Dennis gives a mini-review of Red Dead Redemption 2 (now that he's finally finished it), and then the guys talk about video game franchises they are thankful for.
Episode Links:
The Super Awesome Pinball Show: https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/12222692
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 101 - RAZAL DAZAL
Pinball: Tony and Dennis cover the Kansas City Pinball Championship. From there, they spend the bulk of their pinball time discussing deeproot's Retro Atomic Zombie Adventureland (RAZA) reveal. Finally, they play 20 Questions.
Video Games: The guys discuss EA having their social media hacked, some fallout Blizzard faced regarding their esports tournaments at BlizzCon, and the launch of Google's Stadia.
Episode Links:
Kansas City Pinball Championship tournament stream: https://youtu.be/UwEjse7ucpw
This Week in Pinball's RAZA first-look article: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/deeproot-pinball-retro-atomic-zombie-adventureland-plus-interviews-with-john-popadiuk-steven-bowden-and-robert-mueller/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 100 - Centenarian
Pinball: The pinball conversation revisits Celts (with the known price-point now), the rumor of Stern Pinball producing a game based on Stranger Things, and a deep discussion about retro displays in modern pins.
Video Games: The guys discuss the Universal Monsters Pack for Zen Studios' Pinball FX 3, Raw Thrills' The Walking Dead Arcade, and news coming out of the BlizzCon 2019 (namely Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2).
Finally, Dennis and Tony have a discussion about the podcast, covering things like highlights and lowlights, and the behind-the-curtain challenges various episodes posed. Placed at the end so folks can skip it if desired!
Episode Links:
Zen Studios information on the Universal Monsters Pack: https://blog.zenstudios.com/?p=8819
BumperNets video of The Walking Dead Arcade: https://youtu.be/2tlGnFsZgJY
Overwatch 2 announce cinematic: https://youtu.be/GKXS_YA9s7E
Overwatch 2 gameplay trailer: https://youtu.be/dZl1yGUetjI
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 99 - A Blizzard of Expo News
Pinball: The pinball conversation focuses mostly on news coming out of Pinball Expo. The guys discuss Haggis Pinball's Celts, the new topper for Stern's Black Knight: Sword of Rage, Chicago Gaming Company's new Medieval Madness remakes, and the Collector's Edition of Jersey Jack Pinball's Willy Wonka.
Video Games: It's all about Activision-Blizzard and their Hong Kong disaster.
Episode Links:
TWIP Pinball Market Trends shirt: https://silverballswag.com/collections/this-week-in-pinball/products/twip-pinball-market-trends-super-soft-t-shirt
Pinball News coverage of Pinball Expo 2019: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2019/10/17/pinball-expo-2019-2/
Video of the Black Knight: Sword of Rage topper: https://youtu.be/YjKnwj3_2Lo
Pinball Supernova article on the new Medieval Madness Remake's features: https://pinballsupernova.wordpress.com/2019/10/17/news-sneak-peek-at-medieval-madness-remake-topper/
Jersey Jack Pinball's Facebook video of the Wonka CE: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=933261680389096
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 98 - Retro Knapp Adventure Time!
Tony and Dennis are joined this episode by Jason Knapp, host of the widely popular Knapp Arcade on Facebook and other social media.
Pinball: The pinball conversation focuses on Stern Pinball's new Comic Art edition of Star Wars, the Dead Flip reveal stream for Elvira House of Horrors, deeproot pinball's plans for RAZA at Houston, and a discussion about Dirty Donny and his Stranger Things art. Lots of other topical transitions happen covering the pinball gamut.
Video Games: Discussion here revolves around information about the Epic game store, a Twitch stream of Pokemon Ghost Recon Breakpoint, and what is going on with Zen and their Williams-based pinball tables.
Episode Links:
Knapp Arcade on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KnappArcade/
Slam Tilt Podcast Episode 135: www.slamtiltpodcast.com/2019/10/02/episode-135-hooray-for-hoops/
IGN article on Comic Art version of Stern's Star Wars: https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/10/04/stern-star-wars-pinball-machine-gets-gorgeous-comic-book-art-makeover-first-images-and-video
Dead Flip's Elvira House of Horrors reveal stream: https://youtu.be/98QSWtnvGp0
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 97 - Like a D6
Pinball: The guys talk about Stern Pinball's upcoming Elvira House of Horrors, an update regarding Dutch Pinball and what options exist for those who preordered, a Pinball EDU update regarding their compliance with Maryland law, and finally a discussion of the new code for Stern Pinball's Ghostbusters.
Video Games: A large focus is on a French court's decisions regarding the Steam platform, but time is also spent talking about the Nintendo Switch and struggles with the online ecosystem.
Tabletop: A segment temporarily resurrected, a discussion about 216,000 D6 spilled on a highway is followed by Tony's examination of getting into Kill Team.
Episode Links:
IGN article about Elvira House of Horrors pinball machine: https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/09/18/elvira-house-of-horrors-pinball-revealed-first-images-video-and-gameplay-details
PinballSupernova's sharing of the Dutch Pinball newsletter: https://pinballsupernova.wordpress.com/2019/09/10/news-dutch-pinball-september-update-early-achievers-still-getting-a-game-the-drama-continues/
Pinball EDU Inc. business information: https://egov.maryland.gov/BusinessExpress/EntitySearch/BusinessInformation/D16253163
Pinball EDU Charity Inc. business information: https://egov.maryland.gov/BusinessExpress/EntitySearch/BusinessInformation/D18335018
Deadflip's Ghostbusters code update video: https://youtu.be/tdlGKgqCXD8
BonusLord's highlights of the new Ghostbusters code: http://tiltforums.com/t/ghostbusters-pinball-rulesheet/1358/345
Dice Spill: https://kotaku.com/truck-carrying-gaming-dice-spills-onto-highway-rolls-a-1838218869
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826
Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ
Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 96 - Direct Clear
Pinball: Pinball discussion covers how Spooky Pinball addressed past clearcoat issues, an update to how Jersey Jack Pinball is responding to their ongoing clearcoat challenges, a discussion about Barry (of Dutch Pinball) and his interview on Pinball News & Pinball Magazine Podcast, and thoughts after getting hands-on experience with Jurassic Park.
Video Games: Video game coverage focuses on the return of Telltale Games (kind of), the massive Nintendo Direct for September 2019, some issues/thoughts about World of Warcraft Classic Edition, and a planned Homeworld 3.
Episode Links:
Charlie (Spooky Pinball) indicating steps taken to help correct damaged TNA playfields: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/wonka-le-sling-post-chipping-/page/25#post-5175926
Pinball News & Pinball Magazine's interview with Barry of Dutch Pinball: http://www.podcastgarden.com/episode/special-bonus-podcast-dutch-pinball-past-present-and-future_148459
Write-up by fosaisu on Pinside about the Dutch Pinball interview: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/the-big-lebowski-preorder-club/page/210#post-5185714
Polygon article on Telltale Games coming back: https://www.polygon.com/2019/8/28/20835854/telltale-games-return-walking-dead-lcg-entertainment
Homeworld 3 on fig: https://www.fig.co/campaigns/homeworld3
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Episode 95 - No
Pinball: In pinball news, the guys focus on a small Skit-B update, a discussion of the latest information from Dutch Pinball, a discussion of Jersey Jack Pinball's clearcoat issues, and a brief discussion on why Wonka CE still isn't revealed.
They also play 20 Questions.
Video Games: Video game coverage includes Sony's purchase of Insomniac, a new video game based on One Punch Man, the upcoming Kerbal Space Program 2, and fallout from famed streamer Ninja leaving Twitch for Mixer.
Episode Links:
Case No. 18-11509 (Skit-B Sanctions appeal): https://www.leagle.com/decision/infdco20190111h16
Pinball Supernova's listing of the 8/23/2019 Dutch Pinball update: https://pinballsupernova.wordpress.com/2019/08/23/news-dutch-pinball-august-update-restarting-business-and-extended-universal-pictures-license/
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Episode 94 - Drama
This episode feels like almost pure drama. It isn't (there is 20 Questions, hands-on Wonka discussion, Stern's Jurassic Park gameplay talk), but it mostly is. Pinball drama. Video game drama. Drama.
Episode Links:
Dead Flip reveal stream of Stern Pinball's Jurassic Park: https://youtu.be/zcx_KH_6nZ0
Pinside thread "Why does Pinstadium get to flood all market pages": https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/why-does-pinstadium-get-to-flood-all-market-pages-#post-5132700
Pinside thread "Nitro pinball apparently still harassing the pinball community via social media": https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/nitro-pinball-apparently-still-harassing-women-via-social-media-#post-5140190
E3 personal information leak: https://kotaku.com/e3-expo-leaks-the-personal-information-of-over-2-000-jo-1836936908
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Episode 93 - T-Rex Ate a Deathstar
Pinball: In pinball news, the guys focus on the two big Stern Pinball announcements: Star Wars The Pin and Jurassic Park.
Video Games: Video game coverage goes over the Overwatch 2-2-2 lock and new hero (Sigma), Bethesda re-releasing Doom (and the controversy around it), the newest MechWarrior delay, and Nintendo Joy-Con repairs.
Episode Links:
Mylstar Electronics: Gottlieb's Forgotten Year: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/mylstar-electronics-gottliebs-forgotten-year-by-dennis-kriesel/
Star Wars Pin announcement: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/stern-pinball-announces-new-star-wars-pin-affordable-pinball-machine-for-the-home-300887183.html
IGN article on Stern's Jurassic Park pinball: https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/07/26/first-images-video-of-jurassic-park-pinball-from-stern-2019
Doom memes: https://www.polygon.com/2019/7/26/8932238/doom-classic-2-3-bethesda-net-account-required-meme
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Episode 92 - Zombie TBLs
Pinball: In pinball news, the guys see a revival of a zombie topic: Dutch Pinball and The Big Lebowski (driven by a conclusion to the ARA lawsuit). Beyond this, they discuss Guns N' Roses musician Slash confirming a new GnR pinball machine is being developed. The final news item is a brief discussion regarding rumors floating around that Chicago Gaming Company will be making more Alien Pinball (originally built by Heighway Pinball). They also play 20 Questions.
Video Games: Video game coverage goes over the end of the Elite Dangerous cross-galaxy expedition, some updates on EVE and their ongoing event, and the Nintendo announcement of a Switch Lite.
Episode Links:
Alux Top 10 Most Expensive Pinball Machines in the World video: https://youtu.be/vrxsNstJ2AU
EGP parody video, the Top 10 Possibly Expensive Pinball Machines in the World: https://youtu.be/Aqn5O8nr6lU
Dennis' silly 403 Club commercial: https://youtu.be/VngCYF7R-KY
Mr68 post on Pinside regarding Dutch Pinball update: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/the-big-lebowski-preorder-club/page/179#post-5086604
San Francisco Weekly article confirming Guns N' Roses pinball machine forthcoming: http://www.sfweekly.com/music/slash-no-longer-hungers-for-destruction/
Elite Dangerous infographics: https://i.imgur.com/QEveUkx.png
Elite Dangerous forum discussion of final fleet numbers: https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/post-expedition-final-fleet-numbers-infographics.514921/
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Episode 91 - On the EVE of Lies
Pinball: In pinball news, the guys discuss Jersey Jack Pinball's Wonka pin shipping, along with the decision to lie about its production status to This Week in Pinball. From there, the IFPA's upcoming endorsement fee for women's tournaments is discussed, as is Gary Stern's comments to Head2Head Pinball that Stern Pinball's Pro model is underpriced. Finally, there is a brief discussion about some of the artwork coming from deeproot.
After the news, the results of the poll for a 60s TV theme to replace Munsters is wrapped up, and a game of 20 Questions is played.
Video Games: Coverage focuses on chaos in EVE online due to an update, a TV show based on Final Fantasy XIV, and more reports about an upcoming Diablo 4.
Episode Links:
Backbox Pinball Podcast: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/backbox-pinball-podcast
IFPA announcement for Women's WPPR System endorsement fee: https://www.ifpapinball.com/ifpa-womens-wppr-system-endorsement-fee-to-start-in-2020/
Head2Head Pinball Episode 96 (Gary Stern interview): www.head2headpinball.com/2019/06/17/episode-96-gary-stern/
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Episode 90 - E3 2019
This episode, featuring guest hosts Mike and Eric, is entirely about E3 2019.
Episode Links:
E3 2019 Recap: https://2019.e3recap.com/
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Episode 89 - Replacing Munsters
Pinball: In pinball news coverage is on Cosmic Carnival's production, Coast 2 Coast Pinball ending, and new details from deeproot pinball. From there, Dennis and Tony discuss different types of jackpots in pinball. Finally, Tony launches a game to determine what TV shows from the same era would have been a better theme than Munsters.
Video Games: In video game news coverage focuses on some more issues regarding the Big Epic game sale, Death Stranding, and thoughts on the upcoming E3.
Episode Links:
deeproot pinball (update listed under May 29, 2019): http://deeprootpinball.com/
Death Stranding https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piIgkJWDuQg
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Episode 88 - Year of the Franchi?
Pinball: In pinball news coverage focuses on Christopher Franchi's Superman 78 art package, gameplay on Suncoast Pinball's Cosmic Carnival, and the purported Catman edition of Stern Pinball's Batman 66 and color edition of Stern Pinball's Munsters Premium. As a discussion topic, the guys talk about pop bumpers and the roles they can play in the modern era.
Video Games: In video game news coverage focuses on Minecraft Earth, a partnership between Sony and Microsoft, the launch date for World of Warcraft's classic edition, a new trailer for Final Fantasy 7's remake, and the backfire on the Epic Mega Sale. As a discussion topic, the guys talk about the role of controllers in PC gaming and their recommendations on the best ones to use.
Episode Links:
Cosmic Carnival preview video: https://youtu.be/OdvjnPpYg2Q
FF7 Remake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOn2bWuA_0w
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Episode 87 - RAZA's Excellent Ray
Pinball: In pinball news the guys discuss the crowdfunding effort of The Pinball Company being cancelled, and Retro Atomic Zombie Adventureland (RAZA) having a video out of deeproot studios. They then have a broad discussion of mystery awards in pinball and also cover the results of their NVRAM giveaway. The conclude the segment with 20 Questions.
Video Games: Discussion revolves around Zaccaria Pinball's new update on Steam and their announced progress towards their new mobile apps. The guys then walk through some major Overwatch changes, cover a bit of Minecraft news, and touch on several other smaller video game happenings.
Episode Links:
Retro Atomic Zombie Adventureland video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opAK-32MfJM
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Episode 86 - Wonka Reality
Pinball: This guys discuss Jersey Jack Pinball's reveal of Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, followed by their hands-on experience with the Pro model of Stern Pinball's Black Knight: Sword of Rage. They wrap up the news with a brief discussion on the Beetlejuice backglass art that was revealed and Dennis' article with This Week in Pinball regarding the IFPA's $1 fee.
Video Games: Discussion covers the rumor of a smaller Nintendo Switch coming out soon, positive review-bombing for Assassin's Creed: Unity, Gamestop's new guarantee program, and EA's Jedi Fallen Order.
Episode Links:
This Week in Pinball's deep dive on Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/willy-wonka-and-the-chocolate-factory-deep-dive-overview-rules-features-images-more/
Deadflip archived footage of Black Knight: Sword of Rage gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyPG3357htE
Article on impact of IFPA's $1 fee: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/after-the-dollar-a-review-of-the-ifpas-endorsement-fee-by-dennis-kriesel
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Episode 85 - Sword of Lexan
Pinball: The guys discuss the release of the detailed TWIPY information, and then focus their time on Stern Pinball's Black Knight: Sword of Rage. They also play 20 Questions.
Video Games: Multiple items regarding Zaccaria Pinball are discussed (their recent Xbox One release, their upcoming PS4 release, and the Starter Pack being available for PC players via Steam). Then coverage of the continuing saga between the Epic Games Store and Steam. After that, the dismal state of GameStop is reviewed, along with some recent layoffs at EA. The video game segment is closed out with a discussion of Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass and the combination with Xbox Live Gold subscriptions.
Episode Links:
TWIPY results: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/the-twipys-pinball-awards-recap-results-details-behind-the-scenes/
Black Knight: Sword of Rage deep dive with This Week in Pinball: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/black-knight-sword-of-rage-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-of-the-machine/
Zaccaria Pinball Starter Pack on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/7514/Zaccaria_Pinball__Starter_Pack/
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Episode 84 - Double Vision/Collateral Damage
This show is all about the 2019 Texas Pinball Festival!
Note: The show title is a reference to a Star Wars audio book we listened to during the trip (some of the cover art references this as well). We did not discuss the book at all and thus this only has context thanks to this notation. Enjoy!
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Episode 83 - Carnies in the House
Nick Baldridge (For Amusement Only: The EM & Bingo Pinball Podcast and Gaming on Ten Minutes a Week) joins us to discuss the new publication he co-authored with Ryan Claytor called Coin-Op Carnival: Electrifying Tales of Mechanical Contraptions.
Pinball: Discussion revolves entirely around the upcoming Coin-Op Carnival publication, with a hefty dose of EM discussion sprinkled throughout. Also, Nick plays a game of 20 Questions.
Video Games: The news features and update regarding Activision-Blizzard and also Bioware's game Anthem. From there, another varied discussion ensues regarding video games in general.
Listen during the episode's pinball segment to learn how to enter to win a copy of Coin-Op Carnival (worldwide) and/or an NVRAM chip (U.S. only)!
Episode Links:
Pinball Profile episode 182: http://www.podcastgarden.com/episode/ep-182-dennis-kriesel-eclectic-gamers-podcast-host_141759
Coin-Op Carnival: Electrifying Tales of Mechanical Contraptions: http://www.coinopcarnival.com/
For Amusement Only: The EM & Bingo Pinball Podcast: https://foramusementonly.libsyn.com/
Gaming on Ten Minutes a Week: https://gamingontenminutesaweek.libsyn.com/
Show Links:
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Episode 82 - Solo Dennis
Dennis flies solo this episode (making it the shortest and maybe most boring show ever!).
Pinball: Dennis discusses Pinburgh going to 1,000 tickets, the four trademarks of American Pinball, the decal issues with Chicago Gaming's Monster Bash Remake, and Stern Pinball's decision to release the schematics to the SPIKE system.
Video Games: Dennis discusses Zaccaria Pinball's loss of their Google Play game app, several Nintendo Direct announcements, the failure of Fortnite Live, and the details of the Activision-Blizzard layoffs.
Episode Links:
LoserKid Pinball Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/loserkidpinballpodcast
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Episode 81 - Killer Clowns from Metro Exodus
Pinball: The guys discuss that Stern Pinball's Munsters Pro models are shipping, Spooky Pinball's talk about Killer Clowns from Outer Space, Jersey Jack Pinball's indications about releasing two new pins in 2019, Great Lakes Pinball hiring artist Tom Deja, and Dutch Pinball's latest negotiations with ARA.
Video Games: The segment covers EA's stock impact from Battlefield V and Apex Legends, Epic and Steam battling it out and the fallout from Metro: Exodus, Microsoft Studios rebranding as Xbox Game Studios, Final Fantasy 14 being free for Twitch Prime users, Overwatch League's upcoming return, and rumors of impending layoffs at Activision-Blizzard.
Episode Links:
Pinball News and Pinball Magazine-January 2019 podcast: http://www.podcastgarden.com/episode/january-2019-recap-interview-with-jack-guarnieri-jjp_140499
EA stock crash: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/electronic-arts-stock-heads-toward-largest-drop-in-more-than-a-decade-after-earnings-miss-2019-02-05
Apex Legends launch: https://screenrant.com/apex-legends-10-million-players-ea-stock-prices/
Axiom Vege Crash: https://www.polygon.com/2019/2/8/18216070/axiom-verge-crash-steam-code-error
Show Links:
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Episode 80 - Dramatic Metroids
Pinball: The guys start with Dirty Donny joining up with Suncoast Pinball, John Trudeau pleading guilty, more Ben Heck drama, Chicago Gaming Company and their quality expectations on Monster Bash Remake LE playfields, and the rumor that Stern Pinball is working on a James Bond theme. Finally, 20 Questions is played.
Video Games: The segment covers the delay in Metroid Prime 4, an update on Elite Dangerous, and Tony's plans to start streaming Battlefleet Gothic Armada 2.
Episode Links:
Suncoast Pinball interview: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/cosmic-carnival/
Trudeau possession guilt article: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2019/01/17/john-trudeau-pleads-guilty/
Trudeau abuse guilt article: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2019/01/24/john-trudeau-pleads-guilty-2/
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Episode 79 - Epic Munsters
Tony and Dennis start the show with some behind-the-scenes 2018 podcast analytics before hitting the main topics.
Pinball: The guys start with a discussion on Munsters, and follow that with their picks for the 2018 TWIPYs. Finally, they play 20 Questions.
Video Games: The topics include Awesome Games Done Quick 2019, Bungie's decision to leave Activision, a big event in Elite Dangerous, additional gains for the Epic Game Store, and some Mario Kart activity in the Kansas City area.
Episode Links:
2018 TWIPY voting: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/the-twipys-vote-now/
Final Fantasy 4 Free Enterprise: http://ff4fe.com/
Show Links:
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Episode 78 - 2018 Year-End Review
Tony and Dennis cover the biggest happenings in 2018 in both pinball and video games. The pinball section orients around manufacturer, while the video game section is organized more around the major consoles. Discussion about the show in 2018 also occurs!
Intro music background is Mt. Fuji by Timecrawler 82 (changes made to original), used under the Creative Commons Attribution license.
Music source: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Timecrawler_82/Osaka_Lights/Mt_Fuji_1433
Attribution license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Episode Links:
Slam Tilt Podcast-Episode 118: http://www.slamtiltpodcast.com/2018/11/27/episode-118-underworld/
Head2Head Pinball-Episode 60: http://www.head2headpinball.com/2018/09/17/episode-60-dennis-kriesel-is-a-cheap-bastard/
This Week in Pinball Podcast-Episode 8: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-8/
This Week in Pinball Podcast-Episode 10: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-10/
This Week in Pinball Podcast-Episode 13: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-13-with-dennis-kriesel/
This Week in Pinball Podcast-Episode 17: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-17-with-dennis-kriesel/
This Week in Pinball Podcast-Episode 22: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-22-with-dennis-kriesel/
This Week in Pinball Podcast-Episode 28: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-28-with-dennis-kriesel/
Article on Ted Zale: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/03/10/the-ted-zale-story/
Article on gambling and pinball manufacturers' perspectives: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/08/23/gambling-pingames-manufacturer-perspectives/
Article on Atari's pinball division: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/04/17/atari-pinball/
Article on "middle-pop" pinball games: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/08/30/middle-pop-pinball/
Article on the growth of pinball: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/the-growth-of-pinball-an-evidence-based-review-by-dennis-kriesel/
Beginner's guide to pinball manufacturers: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/4551-2/
Beginner's guide to pinball designers: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/guest-post-a-beginners-guide-to-pinball-designers/
Article on the start of the solid-state era: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/guest-post-the-dawn-of-the-solid-state-era/
Article on Stern's SPIKE system: https://www.thisweekinpinball.com/dennis-kriesel-the-details-of-spike/
Show Links:
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Episode 77 - Munsters in a Canvas Bag
Pinball: In news, Dennis and Tony talk about the upcoming Munsters pin by Stern Pinball, deeproot pinball's announcement that they will not be revealing at the 2019 Texas Pinball Festival, some discussion regarding Jersey Jack Pinball and the whole Wonka versus Toy Story plan in 2019, and This Week in Pinball's upcoming TWIPY awards.
Afterward, Dennis spends some time reviewing Pinball Magazine #5. Finally, Dennis and Tony both play 20 Questions.
Before the video game segment, but after the pinball segment, Tony and Dennis provide a holiday gift guide (touching on both video game and pinball culture).
Video Games: Tony walks through all the new Fallout 76 issues, the announced Outer Worlds game, Epic launching a new gaming store to rival Steam, and Blizzard's decision to scale back on their MOBA Heroes of the Storm.
Episode Links:
Special When Lit Pinball Podcast interview with Brian Eddy: https://specialwhenlitpinballpodcast.libsyn.com/episode-28-brian-eddy-stern-pinball
This Week in Pinball for 12/10/2018: https://thisweekinpinball.com/6471-2/
This Week in Pinball article covering the deeproot announced reveal delay: https://thisweekinpinball.com/deeproot-pinball-launch-postponed/
TWIPY information: https://thisweekinpinball.com/coming-soon-the-twipy-pinball-awards-a-celebration-of-the-hobby/
Gottlieb at CafePress: https://www.cafepress.com/gottlieb_pinball
Teepublic https://www.teepublic.com
NES Classic: https://www.nintendo.com/nes-classic/
SNES Classic: https://www.nintendo.com/super-nes-classic/
Tiltcycle: http://tiltcycle.com/
Jinx: https://www.jinx.com/
Thinkgeek: https://www.thinkgeek.com/
The Outer Worlds trailer: https://youtu.be/MGLTgt0EEqc
Epic Games store announcement: https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/blog/announcing-the-epic-games-store
Heroes of the Storm news: https://news.blizzard.com/en-us/blizzard/22833558/heroes-of-the-storm-news
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Episode 76 - KCGameCON
Pinball: In pinball news, Dennis and Tony cover Primus Pinball, a bit about Munsters, and the announced reduction in run size for Mafia Pinball. After the news, they spend a lot of time on KCGameCON, namely the KCGameCON Pinball Championship. Finally, they play a game of 20 Questions.
Video Games: In video game news the focus is on Firewatch coming to Nintendo Switch and Mechwarrior 5 Mercenaries launching in 2019. From their Tony focuses on his recent acquision of a PS4 and the Spiderman game it came with. Finally, the fallout (ho ho ho) of Fallout 76 is covered.
Episode Links:
Slam Tilt Podcast Episode 118: http://www.slamtiltpodcast.com/2018/11/27/episode-118-underworld/
2018 KCGameCON Pinball Championship: https://youtu.be/iMUZ8Ix4-B0
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers
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Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 75 - Paper Like a Phone Book
Pinball: Discussion revolves around The Pinball Company's crowd-funding initiative, the fallout relating to Todd Tuckey and the Pinball Adventures book, a discussion on single-level games in today's pinball world, and of course 20 Questions.
Video Games: Topics are Microsoft acquiring Obsidian Entertainment and inXile Entertainment, various video game award shows coming up, and Sony's decision not to attend E3 in 2019.
Episode Links:
WeFunder campaign for The Pinball Company: https://wefunder.com/thepinballcompany
Crowdfunder campaign for The Pinball Company: https://www.crowdfunder.com/the-pinball-company
Microsoft on acquiring Obsidian and inXile: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2018/11/10/obsidian-inxile-join-microsoft-studios/?fbclid=IwAR2tdGEcqFOGCH6-irrOV26xdW3HOjF6-pwe7tu3l0Y_5Bo1k_yh7VySTDY
CBS hosting The Gamer's Choice Awards: https://techraptor.net/content/cbs-gamers-choice-awards
Golden Joystick Awards 2018: https://www.gamesradar.com/golden-joystick-awards-2018-winners/
Sony skipping E3 in 2019: https://www.gameinformer.com/2018/11/14/sony-interactive-entertainment-is-not-attending-e3-in-2019
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 74 - Beatles BlizzCon
Pinball: The guys discuss the KCGameCON 2018 Pinball Championship, an article on Stern Pinball's SPIKE system over at TWIP, the upcoming Stern Beatles pin, MonkeyGate, and the notion of Bill & Ted's Excellent Pinball Adventure. Afterwards, they play 20 Questions.
Video Games: Discussions revolve around the host of announcements coming out of BlizzCon 2018.
Episode Links:
KCGameCON 2018 Pinball Championship pre-registration: http://pinballkc.com/?fbclid=IwAR1dDcJzDZcfVhpg1jqKRhh69Q6GLF1rqkfUuChKzTax6OKw0x92JSaXeEM
Article on Stern Pinball's SPIKE system: https://thisweekinpinball.com/dennis-kriesel-the-details-of-spike/
Ashe hero page: https://playoverwatch.com/en-us/heroes/ashe/
Blizzard responds to Diablo Immortal backlash at Polygon: https://www.polygon.com/blizzcon/2018/11/3/18059222/diablo-immortal-blizzard-response-blizzcon
Warcraft III: reforged cinematic trailer: https://youtu.be/72UbFQO5-m0
Lúcio's first album Synasthesia Auditiva: https://luciomusic.com/
Lúcio-Oh’s cereal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sQdF2kjCTU
Overwatch World Cup - Desk Shenanigans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1PXvdVNRro
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Episode 73 - Expo 2018 & VG News
Pinball: The pinball segment revolves around Pinball Expo 2018. The guys talk about Monster Bash Remake, Oktoberfest, the deeproot Pinball panel, and Scott Danesi's Haunted House Party. Afterwards, they play 20 Questions.
Video Games: This segment starts with Zen Studios and the censorship on certain WMS tables. Then, Tony goes over an update on Telltale Games, the author of the Witcher demanding additional money from the success of the video games, crazy Diablo hype, and former President Obama's dislike of Pokémon. Finally, the guys discuss reports that Microsoft's acquisition of Obsidian Entertainment is imminent.
Episode Links:
Dead Flip gameplay footage of Oktoberfest from Pinball Expo 2018: https://youtu.be/VUk8rUNtVG4
Pinball News video of the deeproot panel at Pinball Expo 2018: https://youtu.be/q4AO8ibzwRQ
Article on Pinball FX3's censorship: http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/10/zen_studios_under_fire_for_censorship_in_pinball_fx3_explains_it_was_to_keep_game_family-friendly
Telltale: https://kotaku.com/telltale-is-looking-for-another-company-to-hire-its-sta-1829503254
Witcher author: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2018/10/02/witcher-author-demands-16-million-additional-payment-from-cd-projekt-red/
Blizzcon 2018 schedule: https://blizzcon.com/en-us/schedule#fri-nov-2
Article on Microsoft finalizing deal to acquire Obsidian Entertainment: https://kotaku.com/sources-microsoft-is-close-to-buying-obsidian-1829614135
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 72 - Say It's So, Joe
Joe Schober of American Pinball joins Tony and Dennis as a guest host on this episode (which is entirely about pinball).
In news, discussion revolves around the Monster Bash Remake (which had its topper revealed), a possible Yellow Brick Road edition of Wizard of Oz from Jersey Jack Pinball, a rumor that Stern Pinball may be releasing a pin about the Beatles before Munsters (flipping the expected order), a discussion of deeproot Pinball given the additional information from This Week in Pinball's tour of their facility, and finally the upcoming KCGameCON Pinball Championship.
After this, Joe leads the guys in a discussion of pinball leagues. From there, the topic shifts to balance in pinball design and the pull between highly strategic games versus games that are all about flow and shot-making.
Finally, Joe is challenged to a game of 20 Questions!
Episode Links:
American Pinball: https://www.american-pinball.com/
Episode 17 of the TWIP Podcast: https://thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-17-with-dennis-kriesel/
TWIP deeproot tour: https://thisweekinpinball.com/deeproot-tour/
KCGameCON Pinball Championship Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1124105281088487/
PAPA league software: http://league.papa.org
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 71 - TelltaleFest
Pinball: Dennis discusses his recent article with This Week in Pinball about early solid-state board sets. The guys then discuss American Pinball confirming Oktoberfest as their next game, and a brief discussion about two new pinball companies being announced (Suncoast Pinball and Great Lakes Pinball).
From there, Tony and Dennis talk about the new Orion's Belt product and have a discussion about pop bumpers and their use in modern pinball machines. Finally, they play 20 Questions.
Video Games: Tony talks about playing Everspace and Super Mario Brothers. Dennis talks about Assassin's Creed Chronicles: Russia. Tony gives details from the most recent Nintendo Direct. The guys then talk a bit about the PlayStation Classic, and finally they close with covering the collapse of Telltale Games.
Episode Links:
Episode 60 of Head2Head Pinball: http://www.head2headpinball.com/2018/09/17/episode-60-dennis-kriesel-is-a-cheap-bastard/
Dennis' TWIP article on the first production board sets: https://thisweekinpinball.com/guest-post-the-dawn-of-the-solid-state-era/
Orion's Belt by Pin Stadium video: https://youtu.be/hK3_o_ki6ng
Polygon article on the PlayStation Classic: https://www.polygon.com/2018/9/19/17877898/playstation-classic-release-date-price-ps1-games
Article on the Telltale layoffs: https://www.trueachievements.com/n34535/updated-telltale-games-hit-by-massive-layoffs-amid-speculation-of-closure
Show Links:
Website: http://eclecticgamers.com
iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2
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Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com
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Episode 70 - Jason Joins the Fray
Jason Knapp, of the Knapp Arcade Facebook group, joins the show as a guest host!
Pinball: In the news, the guys talk about two pinball articles Dennis wrote, Spooky Pinball's announcement of an approaching pause in Total Nuclear Annihilation production, and Deadflip's gameplay reveal of Stern Pinball's Deadpool Premium.
After the news, several pinball topics are tackled. There is a discussion of what makes for good location pinball, what are good pinball mods, and what goes into buying and selling pins. Finally, Jason is challenged to a game of 20 questions!
Video Games: In video games, the guys discuss Zen Studios acquiring the WMS licenses for digital pinball, Pinball Arcade's release of Big Buck Hunter Pro and Whoa Nellie! Big Juicy Melons, and thoughts on retro/mini consoles like the Neo Geo Mini.
Links:
Knapp Arcade on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KnappArcade/
Special When Lit Pinball Podcast: http://specialwhenlitpinballpodcast.libsyn.com/
This Week in Pinball Podcast-Episode 13: https://thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-13-with-dennis-kriesel/
Beginner's guide to pinball designers:
https://thisweekinpinball.com/guest-post-a-beginners-guide-to-pinball-designers/
Article on "middle-pop" pinball machines:
https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/08/30/middle-pop-pinball/
Deadflip's Deadpool Premium footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZl-LimiBMI
Neo Geo Mini review: https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/9/7/17830868/neo-geo-mini-review-arcade-imperfect
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Episode 69 - The MEEP with a Mouth
Pinball: In the news, Tony and Dennis talk about their experience playing Stern Pinball's Deadpool game, Jersey Jack Pinball shipping Pirates of the Caribbean, conflict between Homepin and some preorder customers, and Paul Faris joining deeproot Pinball.
After the news, Dennis and Tony play 20 Questions. This time both Tony and Dennis get asked to guess a pinball machine (double the madness!).
Video Games: This segment focuses on discussing the mobile game DR. MEEP and the latest Overwatch animated short.
Links:
Episode 10 of This Week in Pinball Podcast: https://thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-10/
Tiltcycle: http://tiltcycle.com/
Gambling, Pingames, & Manufacturer Perspectives article: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/08/23/gambling-pingames-manufacturer-perspectives/
Dead Flip archive footage of Deadpool Pro gameplay reveal: https://youtu.be/L4RLFqdFf4U
This Week in Pinball's deep dive on Deadpool Pinball: https://thisweekinpinball.com/deadpool-deep-dive-in-depth-overview-code-rules-and-pictures/
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Episode 68 - Pinball Drama the Pinball Machine!
Pinball: In the news, Tony and Dennis discuss Stern Pinball's Deadpool reveal, more about the Spooky Pinball vs. Stern Pinball Godzilla drama, the Spooky Pinball stream of Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle on Deadflip, and the announcement that the Pinball Hall of Fame is moving.
After the news, Dennis tries to stump Tony with a pinball game of 20 Questions. The pinball segment concludes with a thought experiment put together by Tony: Pinball Drama the Pinball Machine!
Video Games: The segment opens with the guys discussing words and phrases that had a context (at some point) but are now widely used when playing video games. The segment ends with a discussion of Shadow of War.
Links:
Episode 8 of This Week in Pinball Podcast: https://thisweekinpinball.com/this-week-in-pinball-podcast-episode-8/
Gaming on Ten Minutes a Week: http://gamingontenminutesaweek.libsyn.com/
Deadpool Pinball Teaser Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkHu6VpMF9k
This Week in Pinball's Summary of Spooky-Stern Godzilla Situation: https://thisweekinpinball.com/twip-deadpool-confirmed-spooky-talks-godzilla-and-stern-pinball-hall-of-fame-moving-more/
Pinball Hall of Fame: http://www.pinballmuseum.org/
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Episode 67 - Not About Pinburgh
Tony and Dennis were not at Pinburgh 2018, and so while all the other podcasts flood you with their bad beats and long monologues about each and every tournament game they played, we'll talk about other stuff!
Pinball: In pinball news, Pinburgh is (very) briefly touched on. After that, the guys discuss Multimorphic fulfilling all their P3 preorders, Jersey Jack Pinball starting production of their Pirates of the Caribbean pin, Team Pinball emerging as a new pinball manufacturer with their first game: The Mafia, Stern Pinball acquiring the Godzilla license, Chicago Gaming Company finally announcing Monster Bash as their next remake, and the latest from Dutch Pinball.
After the news, Dennis talks a bit about an experimental video project he did called Creative Pinball Rules. The pinball segment concludes with a game of 20 questions (where Dennis tries to stump Tony in identifying a pinball machine).
Video Games: This segment begins with a discussion of the first season of the Overwatch League (what did and didn't work). Dennis then runs through a number of games he's been playing (Prey, The Evil Within 2, Dead Rising 4, Dragonball FighterZ, and Everspace). Finally, Tony discusses the update to No Man's Sky.
Links:
Pinball News article on Team Pinball: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/07/21/team-pinball-revealed/
The Dragon's Tomb (tabletop videos): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3izYCSBcfi2LfdIr-qg0gQ
Creative Pinball Rules: Superman (Atari 1979): https://youtu.be/JBsk1Cdao-Q
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Episode 66 - Mrs. Pin in Da House!
Tony and Dennis are joined by Mrs. Pin (of Mrs. Pin's Pinball Podcast).
Pinball: In pinball news, the gang discusses CPR's new digital printing approach to creating reproductions, the launched GoFundMe to help Dutch Pinball, and beginner's guide to manufacturers Dennis put together for This Week in Pinball.
After that, Mrs. Pin challenges Tony and Dennis to a game of pinball trivia! Dennis follows this with a sort of mini-update to Premier's `street level' series of games by talking about BOM differences between the first game (Silver Slugger) and the last (Hoops). Finally, everyone talks about the most fun elements to pinball.
Video Games: Mrs. Pin brings her WOMP philosophy to the video game arena, and each host picks two women worthy of the title.
Links:
Mrs. Pin's Pinball Podcast: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/mrspin
A Beginner's Guide to Manufacturers: https://thisweekinpinball.com/4551-2/
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Episode 65 - Martin Talks Pins & Consoles
Tony and Dennis are joined by Martin (of Head2Head Pinball).
Pinball: In pinball news, the guys discuss Dutch Pinball's GoFundMe announcement, the U.S. Supreme Court's sales tax decision and how it will impact new pinball sales, and This Week in Pinball's giant information update on deeproot Pinball.
After that, Martin talks about streaming pinball for an audience, and gives his thoughts on what makes for good competitive pinball events.
Video Games: Discussion starts around VR (virtual reality) and whether it will become a mainstream thing. After that, Martin, Tony, and Dennis talk about their favorite console video games, going over all eight generations released.
Links:
Head2Head Pinball: http://www.head2headpinball.com/
Melbourne Silverball League: https://www.twitch.tv/melbournesilverballleague
This Week in Pinball's Deeproot Coverage on 6/28/2018: https://thisweekinpinball.com/deeproot-update-plus-interview-new-hire-new-building-new-creative-studio-new-licenses-and-help-offered-to-those-who-lost-money-on-pre-orders-from-other-companies/
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Episode 64 - E3 2018
Tony and Dennis are joined by Eric and Don to deep dive into the happenings at E3.
Dennis starts the podcast solo, answering questions about the show and bypassing the typical introduction segment.
Pinball: Dennis covers the pinball news alone, talking about Sandra Bullock wanting a Demolition Man pinball machine, Scott Danesi designing a second game for Spooky Pinball, Joe Schober joining American Pinball, and David Thiel becoming exclusive to deeproot Pinball.
After the news, Tony joins the show and wraps up the results of The Worst of the Fall.
Video Games: Tony and Dennis open with what they've been playing. After that, Eric and Don join as guests, and the rest of the episode is dedicated to E3, revolving around the announcements from the major press conferences (EA, Microsoft, Bethesda, Square Enix, Ubisoft, the PC Gaming Show, Sony, and Nintendo).
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Episode 63 - Zach Attack!
Tony and Dennis are joined by Zachary Meny, of Straight Down the Middle: a pinball show, to talk about the silver ball.
Pinball: In pinball news, discussion focuses on This Week in Pinball being open to donations, John Popadiuk filing an appeal in his civil case regarding Zidware, a leaked image of the Deadpool playfield from Stern Pinball, the rapid sell-out of the Supreme pinball machine, the announcement that Star Trek pinball is getting a Vault Edition, and Homepin indicating their second pinball machine will target the Chinese market.
After the news, Tony leads everyone into the final round of The Worst of the Fall. Zach then describes his approach as a pinball collector, and how SDTM handles reviewing pinball machines. Finally, everyone tries the SDTM approach and reviews Wrestlemania.
Video Games: Zach, Tony, and Dennis have a brief discussion on the best video game consoles of all time.
Links:
Straight Down the Middle: a pinball show (YouTube channel): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAoeA05zcyksTEN3dEXCzCA
Straight Down the Middle: a pinball show (audio podcast): http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/httpyoutubeubovjgfcizw
This Week in Pinball donation and giveaway details: http://thisweekinpinball.com/june-giveaway-extravaganza/
Round 6 Worst of the Fall voting: https://goo.gl/forms/5Oco4gF94pukjdf83
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Episode 62 - Bruce Almighty
Tony and Dennis are joined by Bruce Nightingale, of the Slam Tilt Podcast and The Silverball Saloon, to talk a bunch of pinball and a bit on the virtual side.
Pinball: This episode has a huge focus on news-driven items. Discussion revolves around liquidation details for Heighway Pinball, that former pinball designer John Trudeau was arrested yet again, the pricing range currently proposed by deeproot Pinball, the Women's International Pinball Tournament happening at Replay FX this year, Dutch Pinball's announcement of litigation beginning between them and their former contract manufacturer, and a bit about the evidence regarding the growth of the pinball hobby as noted in an article with This Week in Pinball.
From there, Bruce provides some details regarding operating the Silverball Saloon (and how pinball integrates into that venture). Tony walks everyone through the next round of The Worst of the Fall (a tournament where you vote for the WORST of any given pinball match-up), and the pinball segment concludes with a discussion of code and what old games can be salvaged from being disappointments and transformed into winners.
Video Games: Discussion revolves around The Pinball Arcade and Farsight Studios announcing that the licenses to the Bally/Williams tables was lost and soon will be unavailable for purchase.
Links:
Slam Tilt Podcast: http://www.slamtiltpodcast.com/
The Silverball Saloon: https://www.thesilverballsaloon.com/
Rip Tide Pinball Podcast: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/riptidepinballpodcast
Meltdown Pinball Podcast: https://anchor.fm/meltdown/
Pinball News article on Heighway Pinball's liquidation: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/05/10/heighway-pinball-by-the-numbers/
Herald-News article on Trudeau's arrest: http://www.theherald-news.com/2018/05/17/former-glendale-heights-man-arrested-in-alleged-bolingbrook-sex-abuse-case/azfsnbc/
This Week in Pinball deeproot pricing information: http://thisweekinpinball.com/twip-munsters-to-tpf-deeproot-pinball-price-range-nyc-pinball-championship-more/
Episode 121b of the Pinball Podcast (W.I.P.T. discussion): http://www.thepinballpodcast.com/2018/05/14/episode-121b-kaite-martin-discusses-w-i-p-t-at-replay-fx/
TWIP article on the growth of pinball: http://thisweekinpinball.com/the-growth-of-pinball-an-evidence-based-review-by-dennis-kriesel/
The Worst of the Fall Round 5 voting: https://goo.gl/forms/m9hTluIWwwwj2vIn2
BlahCade Podcast's Farsight interview: http://shoutengine.com/BlahCadePodcast/bobby-king-wms-licensing-interview-and-commentary-58347
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Episode 61 - Heighway v BattleTech
Pinball: After a brief mention of Stern Pinball's Iron Maiden LE gameplay (provided by Deadflip), we move into a couple legal/business updates. The first is Zidware and pinball designer John Popadiuk's legal defeat in a civil suit regarding his failure to produce pinball machines. The second is the collapse of Heighway Pinball, its ongoing liquidation, and the rumors/drama surrounding the failure of yet another pinball company. The pinball segment concludes with the results of the Slam the Top 101-200 and the setup of Round 4 of The Worst of the Fall.
Video Games: It's BattleTech day. Tony walks through his hands-on experience with the latest game in the franchise. There is also a bit of discussion regarding Mad Max and Prey.
Links:
Deadflip's gameplay video of Stern Pinball's Iron Maiden LE: https://youtu.be/besY8TS0Ges
This Week in Pinball-The Fall of Heighway Pinball: http://thisweekinpinball.com/twip-the-fall-of-heighway-pinball-new-info-on-elvira-3-iron-maiden-le-more/
Pinball News interview with Andrew Heighway: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/05/06/andrew-heighway-interview/
Round 4 voting for The Worst of the Fall: https://goo.gl/forms/Dafzodm6HuhClzp53
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Episode 60 - Ryan Raps Pinball
In this episode, Ryan C. (of Head2Head Pinball) joins in to talk about all sorts of pinball topics.
In pinball news, there is discussion of Spooky Pinball's Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle at the 2018 Midwest Gaming Classic. From there, we talk about continued fallout regarding Jersey Jack Pinball's Pirates of the Caribbean with changes to the spinning disc and treasure-chest ball lock for production models versus the prototypes. Finally, there is a brief discussion of Dennis' Atari pinball article over at Pinball News.
After the news, a collection segment begins, where Ryan gives his thoughts on pin collecting from a player's standpoint. Two data segments follow this, both involving Pinside data. The first examines game ratings versus category of ownership. The second explores the ratio of wishlist to ownership for the top 200 solid-state pins.
Pinball wraps up with some games. The first is Slam the Top 101-200, modeled on a Head2Head game. The second it the round 3 match-ups in our ongoing Worst of the Fall tournament.
Despite the intention to just do pinball, Ryan asks about some video games. We talk about Peggle, Gears of War, and emotional moments in game storytelling.
Links:
Head2Head Pinball: http://www.head2headpinball.com/
Mrs. Pin's Pinball Podcast: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/mrspin
Pinball News article on Atari's pinball division: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/04/17/atari-pinball/
IE Pinball Hobbit gameplay: https://youtu.be/lwlF9RU-Dkw
The Worst of the Fall: Round 3 voting: https://goo.gl/forms/YKoOaZrIaMf8wnxK2
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Episode 59 - Put Them in the Iron Maiden... Excellent!
In pinball, Dennis and Tony discuss Stern Pinball's recently announced Iron Maiden pinball. They also talk about Pinball Expo (it's back on, but there are changes still versus prior years). They also briefly spend some time on the Trash Talker Invitational Podcaster Bloodbath. Finally, it's time for Round 2 of The Worst of the Fall.
The video game segment consists of gaming updates, because updates are good!
Links:
This Week in Pinball's Iron Maiden information: http://thisweekinpinball.com/twip-iron-maiden-reveal-premium-and-le-info-keith-elwin-interview-deadpool-image-leak-spooky-updates-more/
Pinball News & Pinball Magazine: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/pinballmagazine
Pinball News article on Pinball Expo 2018: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/04/03/pinball-expo-2018-latest-news/
Round 2 of The Worst of the Fall voting: https://goo.gl/forms/pDN8ZurORASdItff1
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Episode 58 - TPF 2018
Discussion revolves around the 2018 Texas Pinball Festival, the first round of our The Worst of the Fall Tournament, and a couple video game topics (Mad Max and Overwatch). A setting was wrong on Dennis' microphone input so he will have more echo than ideal, sorry!
Links:
Fun with Bonus: https://funwithbonus.com/
Roanoke Pinball Museum: https://www.roanokepinball.org/
The Pinball Podcast: http://www.thepinballpodcast.com/
Head2Head Pinball: http://www.head2headpinball.com/
Straight Down the Middle: A Pinball Show: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/httpyoutubeubovjgfcizw
This Week in Pinball: http://thisweekinpinball.com/
Pinball News: http://www.pinballnews.com/site/
Audio of Steve Ritchie's seminar at TPF 2018: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/wp-content/uploads/shows/tpf-2018/tpf-2018-steve-ritchie.mp3
Round 1 of The Worst of the Fall voting: https://goo.gl/forms/MMNJxI6tRsNZ99Vx2
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Episode 57 - Games Games Games
No interviews and no guest hosts, just Tony and Dennis talking about games. A big mix this time (even the tabletop segment makes a return!).
Pinball: Pinball topics consist of Chicago Gaming Company announcing they will no longer be revealing their third remake pin at the 2018 Texas Pinball Festival and the announcement of a Pinball Palooza in the Chicago area (due to a split between the two partners who put together Expo for years). Dennis also talks a bit about a project Laser War machine, and an article he co-wrote about Ted Zale.
Video Games: A huge mix of games gets discussed. Specifically: Subnautica, Dragon Ball FighterZ, XCOM 2: War of the Chosen, Gems of War, Into the Breach, South Park: The Fractured but Whole, and BATTLETECH by Harebrained Schemes. We also talk some about the recent Nintendo Direct event.
Tabletop: Yes, a brief return, regarding the fallout of a long-ago mentioned project from Palladium Books for Robotech RPG Tactics.
Links:
Laser War gameplay video: https://youtu.be/zNAFzwZTiks
History of Pinball: Ted Zale video from Pintastic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs0mMEuuoa4
The Renegade of Pinball's Golden Age: The Ted Zale Story article at Pinball News: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2018/03/10/the-ted-zale-story/
Robotech RPG Tactics updates: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rrpgt/robotech-rpg-tacticstm/updates
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Episode 56 - Taylor Talks Pinball
In this episode, Tony and Dennis are joined by Taylor Reese (owner/operator of Reese Rails and one of the hosts of This Flippin' Podcast). Given Taylor's pinball background, most of the discussion centers on that hobby. The guys announce the conclusion of the "shame" pinball tournament, discuss Stern Pinball's Supreme pin, provide a Skit-B legal update, talk about some quality issues that have arisen with the Attack from Mars Remake, and cover Ben Heck's announcement that he has left Spooky Pinball. In addition, time is spent on collector aspects of the pinball hobby, and a fun discussion about pinball "conventional wisdom" and where the guys buck the trend on what they favor.
Links:
Reese Rails: https://pinside.com/pinball/biz/directory/1004-reese-rails
This Flippin' Podcast: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/thisflippinpodcast
This Week in Pinball's Ben Heck interview: http://thisweekinpinball.com/interview-ben-heck-leaving-spooky-alice-coopers-nightmare-castle-preview-next-ben-heck/
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Episode 55 - The Deeproot Interview
This episode kicks off with a lengthy interview Dennis held with Robert Mueller, Principal of deeproot Tech, who joined the show to provide additional information regarding deeproot Pinball and its plans on entering pinball production.
After the interview Tony and Dennis give their thoughts/analysis regarding what was learned in the interview. This is followed by setting up the fourth, and final, round of the "shame" pinball tournament, Spooky Pinball's announcement that Total Nuclear Annihilation is their best-selling game to date, and some information coming out of the Head2Head Pinball regarding American Pinball securing a trademark for an Oktoberfest pinball machine.
In video games, a discussion regarding the Overwatch League and its impact on the future of eSports starts things off, and is followed by Microsoft and some of the acquisition rumors floating around to further enhance the Xbox's first-party line-up.
Links:
Flippin' and Mashing podcast link: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/flippinandmashing
This Week in Pinball's first deeproot Pinball interview: http://thisweekinpinball.com/exclusive-interview-deeproot-next-misadventure-pinball-revolution/
This Week in Pinball's second deeproot Pinball interview: http://thisweekinpinball.com/deeproot-pinball-new-home-new-hires-5-days-deeproot-exclusive-follow-interview/
deeproot Pinball's website: http://deeprootpinball.com/
deeproot's webinar for Zidware customers: https://youtu.be/MnNntaKjZig
"Shame" Round 4 voting: https://goo.gl/forms/Ur3EWLMoIuXGR0Ce2
Polygon article on Xbox exclusive studio rumors: https://www.polygon.com/2018/1/29/16930892/xbox-one-exclusive-games-analysis-microsoft
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Episode 54 - The King of Cashing
Tony and Dennis are joined by Steve Bowden, top world-ranked pinball player and the mind behind Fun With Bonus (a website about all things pinball). As such, expect a pinball-heavy episode.
The pinball topics start with the third round of the "shame" pinball tournament, and wrap-up of round two. Then, the latest pinball news is discussed (focusing on Stern Pinball's Luci AC/DC Vault Edition announcement, This Week in Pinball's follow-up interview with deeproot Pinball, and the TWIPY pinball award results). From there, competitive pinball topics are discussed, including some talk of the IFPA's new $1 fee (which went into effect at the start of the year), games that have fatal rulesets for competitive play and how they can be fixed, and ideas on what local pinball scenes can do to attract new players into competitive pinball tournaments.
There are a couple video game topics as well. The guys discuss the Nintendo Labo (cardboard + Nintendo = Profit?) and Dragon Ball FighterZ (the latest fighting game from Arc System Works).
Links:
Fun With Bonus: https://funwithbonus.com/
Round 3 of the "Shame" Pinball Tournament: https://goo.gl/forms/JlxcKP7EWTFCl8lB3
This Week in Pinball Follow-up Interview with Deeproot Pinball: http://thisweekinpinball.com/deeproot-pinball-new-home-new-hires-5-days-deeproot-exclusive-follow-interview/
TWIPY Results: http://thisweekinpinball.com/2017-twipy-pinball-awards-results/
Nintendo Labo: https://labo.nintendo.com/
PinBox 3000: https://pinbox3000.com/
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Episode 53 - Sowing Discord
Pinball: We cover Multimorphic's P3 for our year-end review (as we did not in the prior episode). We talk a bit of Heighway Pinball's Alien, Stern Pinball at CES, and Round 2 in our "shame" tournament.
Video Games: We talk about Nintendo's mini-direct event, Halo Wars 2, Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2, South Park: The Stick of Truth, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, and Quantum Break.
Links:
Solid Sate Pinball Supply: http://www.solidstatekc.com/
T-shirt Giveaway entries: https://goo.gl/forms/CmIsn8VjRWXz0XFu1
"Shame" Pinball Tournament-Round 2 voting: https://goo.gl/forms/4kUfg2p8DJ3TvA7z1
EGP Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT
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Episode 52 - 2017 Year-End Review
Tony and Dennis summarize 2017 for pinball and video games, plus launch round 1 of the best "shame" pinball machine. Happy New Year!
Links:
Round 1 of 2017 Best "Shame" Pinball Tournament: https://goo.gl/forms/dVSm69UDvpeuGNRU2
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Episode 51 - Prometheus is Bad
Pinball: We open with a couple news updates (Stern's notices for SPIKE systems to fix node board and capacitor issues, plus Star Wars receiving its v1.0 code), following by the TWIPY awards, our "shame" pinball tournament, and the 2018 Texas Pinball Festival.
Video Games: Tony talks Breath of the Wild, while Dennis talks Rocket League. There's also some more Star Citizen news!
Links:
TWIPY pinball award voting: https://goo.gl/forms/5tUPMcGcVPiZe0Eo2
Submission form for "shame" pinball machines: https://goo.gl/forms/PIFC19xatUz7dw7e2
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Episode 50 - Rooting for the Citizen
Pinball: We open with the latest code update for The Walking Dead and Heighway Pinball's announcement regarding Alien Pinball production. After that, we focus on The Week in Pinball's interview with deeproot Pinball and Dennis' latest Pinball News article on Harry Williams and the game's he designed for Bally in the early 1970s.
Video Games: We start with the latest on EA and Battlefront 2's loot boxes. From there, an update is provided on the long-awaited Star Citizen and news regarding Battletech. Finally, Dennis talks about about Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus.
Links:
This Week in Pinball's interview with deeproot Pinball: http://thisweekinpinball.com/exclusive-interview-deeproot-next-misadventure-pinball-revolution/
San Antonio Business Journal article on deeproot: https://www.bizjournals.com/sanantonio/news/2017/08/16/san-antonio-financial-adviser-raises-15m-from.html
Dennis' article on Harry Williams' Bally-produced pinball machines at Pinball News: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2017/11/30/harry-williams-and-bally/
EA and Battlefront 2 loot boxes: https://www.polygon.com/2017/11/28/16711474/star-wars-battlefront-2-cosmetics-loot-boxes-lucasfilm-canon
Star Citizen's land claims: https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link//16278-UEE-Land-Claim-Licenses
Star Citizen timeline: https://i.imgur.com/uPgDfdi.png
Battletech interview on the single player : https://www.polygon.com/features/2017/11/29/16712660/battletech-kickstarter-firefly
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Episode 49 - Nic Talks Electromechanical
In this super-special episode, Tony and Dennis are joined by Nic (of Nic's North American Pinball Tour fame) to talk all about electromechanical (EM) pinball machines. They start off with a basic discussion of the three primary manufacturers (Gottlieb, Williams, and Bally). From there, a general discussion of the three basic gameplay concepts employed by EMs in the 1960s and beyond. Then follows a deep discussion of both the IPDB and Pinside Top 10 EM list (we talk each game, but also the ratings systems as a whole). Finally, the discussion opens up into other good EM games and some of the more controversial restoration techniques (using LED lighting and whether or not it is okay to clearcoat).
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Episode 48 - Sys 11 vs. Bomber Crew
Pinball: We start off with some news, move into a follow-up on "street level" pins, and close out with the results of our 2017 System 11 Tournament and some thoughts on games with that boardset (such as our Top 5!).
Video Games: We lead off with a loot crate update. From there, it's EA's acquisition of Respawn. Tony then goes into Bomber Crew, Dennis talks more Middle-Earth: Shadow of War, and Tony concludes with Endless Space 2.
Links:
Dennis' Pinball News article on "street level" pins: https://www.pinballnews.com/site/2017/11/16/the-history-of-street-level-pinballs/
Eclectic Gamers Podcast page of past tournament results: https://eclecticgamerspodcast.wordpress.com/past-tournament-results/
Bomber Crew: http://store.steampowered.com/app/537800/Bomber_Crew/
Endless Space 2: http://store.steampowered.com/app/392110/Endless_Space_2/
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Episode 47 - Street Level + Loot Crates = Profit?
Pinball: We open with the set-up for Round 5 (the final!) for our 2017 System 11 Tournament. After that is a short update on Heighway Pinball's Alien games. From there, Dennis and Tony talk about Stern Pinball's Guardians of the Galaxy reveal. Finally, Dennis presents his research project on the Gottlieb "Street Level" pinball series of games, an experiment by the company in the early 1990s.
Video Games: Tony leads off with his research project, the world of loot boxes. The show ends with a summary of BlizzCon 2017 announcements (Overwatch, World of Warcraft, Starcraft, and Heroes of the Storm).
Links:
Round 5 voting for the 2017 System 11 Tournament: https://goo.gl/forms/649S5jGmQ5IoTkOm2
Street Level-Silver Slugger details: http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=2152
Street Level-Vegas details: http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=2724
Street Level-Deadly Weapon details: http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=645
Street Level-Title Fight details: http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=2573
Street Level-Car Hop details: http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=3676
Street Level-Hoops details: http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=1235
Street Level-Pinside thread ("Street Level" pins smaller… true?): https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/street-level-pins-smaller-true
Street Level-TOPcast Show 10 (interview with John Trudeau): http://www.pinrepair.com/topcast/showget.php?id=10
Street Level-TOPcast Show 55 (interview with Jon Norris): http://www.pinrepair.com/topcast/showget.php?id=55
Street Level-PA Pinball Interview with Jon Norris: http://www.papinball.com/Jon_Norris_Interview.html
Street Level-Harley-Davidson details (not Street Level but inspired by): http://www.ipdb.org/machine.cgi?id=1126
Street Level-Silver Slugger gameplay video: https://youtu.be/hdEZ8whAoZM
Street Level-Vegas gameplay video: https://youtu.be/Gi1NXZCwdMM
Street Level-Deadly Weapon gameplay video: https://youtu.be/uLdmLrEswTQ
Street Level-Title Fight gameplay video: https://youtu.be/fCrU-EKJzGs
Street Level-Car Hop gameplay video: https://youtu.be/u-oc4ciwCbI
Street Level-Hoops gameplay video: https://youtu.be/v2u33Lj9jK8
Moira's stat block: https://www.reddit.com/r/OverwatchUniversity/comments/7aqr0d/moiras_stat_block/
Blizzard World map cinematic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii3Hce3_fOw
World of Warcraft classic edition announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcZyiYOzsSw
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Episode 46 - Pinball Expo & Video Games Galore
Pinball: The talk is all about the 2017 Pinball Expo. We also launch Round 4 of our 2017 System 11 Tournament.
Video Games: We talk about Doki Doki Literature Club, EA's decision to close Visceral Games, Mafia 3, Dungeons 3, Middle Earth: Shadow of War, Forts, and Titanfall 2.
Links:
Round 4 voting for the 2017 System 11 Tournament: https://goo.gl/forms/9OcAtqAi7o4Gv83i2
Doki Doki Literature Club: http://store.steampowered.com/app/698780/Doki_Doki_Literature_Club/
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Episode 45 - Pinapalooza, Pinbot, and Cuphead
Pinball: After quick updates about 2017 Expo (and Jersey Jack Pinball's plan to reveal game #4 there) and Heighway Pinball confirming an Alien Pinball shipment, we go on into Pinapalooza VI, the latest Project Pinball Charity sweepstakes, and the next stage of our System 11 tournament (poor Pinbot!).
Video Games: We talk Pinball FX3, Mafia 3, Cuphead, and Factorio.
Links:
Project Pinball Charity's Total Nuclear Annihilation Sweepstakes: https://projectpinball.rallyup.com/totalnuclearannihilation-sweepstakes
Round 3 voting for the 2017 System 11 Tournament: https://goo.gl/forms/Dt77SI52WGUnTZv73
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Episode 44 - Flippin' With The Fails
Ah, the news. Mostly bad, a little bit good. Such is fate in these hobbies.
Pinball: We open with a few quick news items (Heighway Pinball and their maybe-shipping Alien pins, some Skit-B legal updating, and Spooky Pinball's art on the upcoming Alice Cooper pin), and then go into the more meaty topics. The big one is John Popadiuk (JPop) being tied to deeproot Pinball, LLC. From there, we discuss the response seen in the pinball community following Homepin's reveal in an interview with Head2Head Pinball Podcast that end users won't be able to apply software updates to Thunderbirds directly (and a related discussion that Homepin's board takes from the PinHeck design Spooky Pinball uses but without giving credit). Finally, we move into Round 2 of our 2017 System 11 Tournament!
Video Games: We talk fallout of PUBG vs. Fortnite (with PUBG accusing the latter of replicating their Battle Royale PvP model). After that, Dennis disses Dishonored 2 and Tony summarizes a mod for Cold Waters he's been trying out. After that is the Dragon Ball FighterZ beta (Dennis played it, Tony watched footage from it). Finally, Dennis talks a bit about Zaccaria Pinball (as he finally bought the table pack off Steam and gave it a proper go).
Links:
deeproot Tech, LLC's Engineering Team: http://deeproottech.com/#section_team
Head2Head Pinball Podcast's Interview with Mike of Homepin: http://www.head2headpinball.com/podcasts/Mike%20homepin%20interview%20H2H.mp3
Round 2 voting for the 2017 System 11 Tournament: https://goo.gl/forms/EWQxQsJ9xmPqhHKg1
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Episode 43 - System 11, Licenses, and Cylons
No heavy topics this time, just enjoyable discussions!
Pinball: We launch our 2017 System 11 Tournament. Vote for your favorite System 11 pinball games (see link below). Then, we have a discussion about licenses in pinball during the 1990s, comparing the efforts of Premier/Gottlieb, Bally/Williams, and Data East/Sega.
Video Games: We mention Destiny 2 (really, we do hardly anything else regarding it). Then, Tony spends a lot of time on Battlestar Galactica Deadlock. Finally, we catch everyone up on Overwatch updates.
Links:
2017 System 11 Tournament-Round 1: https://goo.gl/forms/efhsZf77Od4T90z92
Battlestar Galactica Deadlock: http://store.steampowered.com/app/544610/
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Episode 42 - The Don Returns!
Don (formerly of The Pinball Podcast and The Link Cable Podcast) joins Tony and Dennis once more, to talk all about pinball and video games.
Pinball: The segment opens with an interview Dennis conducted with Terry of Pinball Life (mostly on Pinball Life as a company, but there is a bit about Terry's efforts on the ScoreGasm Master project). From there, Don, Dennis, and Tony turn to the somber topic of famed pinball designer John Trudeau's arrest on child pornography charges. The pinball segment ends with a follow-up on last episode's "Is Pinball Too Expensive" topic, due to listener feedback, with a focus on new machines at lower price points from Homepin and Multimorphic's P3 platform.
Video Games: No Overwatch (there's a lot of upcoming news, but Don forbids Overwatch talk!). Instead, the guys tackle Mass Effect: Andromeda, Iron Cast, Cold Waters, Sonic Mania, Agents of Mayhem, Sniper Elite 4, Miracle Merchant, and No Man's Sky.
Links:
Pinball Life: http://www.pinballlife.com/
Information on the ScoreGasm Master: http://www.dayonepinball.com/games/scoregasm-master/
Trudeau Charged with Possessing Child Pornography: http://chicago.suntimes.com/news/glendale-heights-man-charged-with-possessing-child-pornography/
Homepin's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HomepinPinball/
Multimorphic, Inc.'s Website: http://www.multimorphic.com/
Mass Effect Andromeda Abandoned: https://www.masseffect.com/news/mass-effect-andromeda-update-from-the-studio
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Episode 41 - Cold Waters Drown the Silver Ball
Pinball: Tony and Dennis start off with the results of their ranking poll on best modern era billiards-themed pinball machines. From there, it's some rapid fire news from Stern Pinball (an update on their manuals' ghosting clause, a KISS code update, and a new Marketing Director). After that, a brief discussion of Stern's Star Wars Premium pinball, as streamed by DEAD FLIP. The segment closes with a deep thoughts level of discussion on a major question coming up lately, "Is pinball too expensive?"
Video Games: Discussion starts off with the controversial decision to embed loot boxes into the upcoming Middle Earth: Shadow of War. From there, a discussion of Overwatch's Summer Games, with a specific focus on Lucioball. Tony then rigs for silent running in a discussion of the finally-acquired Cold Waters. Dennis and Tony then share their experiences with The Jackbox Party Pack 2 (in which they played all the games in a group setting full of crazy nonsense!).
Links:
Coast 2 Coast Pinball: http://www.coast2coastpinball.com/
Head2Head Pinball: http://www.head2headpinball.com/
DEAD FLIP's Star Wars Premium Footage (8/4/2017): https://youtu.be/4ZuYrVKAKiE
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Episode 40 - Nukes and Cue Balls!
So many games, so many discussions!
Pinball: Dennis and Tony cover Stern Pinball's manual indicating ghosting on inserts is normal, the finalized details of Spooky Pinball's Total Nuclear Annihilation, Dennis' acquisition of Sharkey's Shootout, a ranking poll the guys are running on the best billiards-themed pinball machine (solid state and later only), and they end the segment with more thoughts on Star Wars.
Video Games: A few games are up for discussion this time. Tony starts off with Navalia. After that, there's a bit more on Overwatch's new character Doomfist, followed by Dishonored 2, Reigns, Crypt of the Necrodancer, and Jotun. Tony also brings up Battlestar Galactica Deadlock and Cold Waters.
Tabletop: Tony and Dennis got a chance to play the Munchkin card game, and so now they talk about it (amazing)! Tony also provides an update on Planet Mercenaries and Threadbare RPG.
Links:
Spooky Pinball's Total Nuclear Annihilation Announcement on Facebook (7/28/2017): https://www.facebook.com/SpookyPinball/posts/1510145562379999
Poll to rank solid state era (and later) billiards-themed pinball machines: http://www.pollandmatch.com/chooser?pollownerid=5773431236722688&pollid=5668600916475904
Battlestar Galactica Deadlock Gameplay Reveal: https://youtu.be/JkCG3nrHmDY
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Episode 39 - KantCon 2017
We've got three topic categories this time, though KantCon 2017 (a tabletop convention we helped sponsor) is the highlight.
Pinball: We open with a very brief Dutch Pinball update. Then, it's on to the gameplay footage of Star Wars as presented by Dead Flip. Finally, we dedicate a sizable chunk of time on the recently concluded Pinball Done Quick and the announcement that the donations made to benefit Doctors Without Borders would be refunded due to a conflict between the official rules and the announced plans for the prize drawing.
Video Games: There's just one topic, Overwatch's new character: Doomfist.
Tabletop: It's all KanCon 2017. Dennis and Tony played four games which get attention: a World War II miniatures game, Call of Cthulhu, Dungeons & Dragons 5e, and Z Gate Crashers.
Links:
Dead Flip's 7/5/2017 gameplay footage of Star Wars Pinball: https://youtu.be/Gap7MqXQKnY
Major League Pinball's 7/15/2017 explanation on Facebook regarding the refunding of Pinball Done Quick (at SGDQ 2017) donations: https://www.facebook.com/majorleaguepinball/posts/442704199461823
Call of Cthulhu: https://www.chaosium.com/call-of-cthulhu-rpg/
Dungeons & Dragons: http://dnd.wizards.com/products/tabletop-games/rpg-products
Z Gate Crashers: https://zgatecrashers.com/
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Episode 38 - Hey E3 Over!
While post-E3 exhaustion may reign, this is another longer-than-typical episode!
In pinball, Tony and Dennis briefly attempt to describe the Stern Pro Circuit (launching in 2018). From there, they dive into Dutch Pinball, summarizing a webinar the company hosted and also the latest newsletter's contract manufacturer update. To wrap up pinball, there is a length update about Skit-B and the Predator Pinball fiasco (three hearings plus several legal documents are digested and reviewed and translated into human!).
In video games, the guys hit on a few news items, specifically the SNES Classic console, Pinball FX3's announcement, and IO Interactive going independent from Square Enix. Tony then talks about Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor and Tyranny as games he's currently playing, and Dennis talks about his playing of Dishonored 2, Wolfenstein: The Old Blood, and a bunch of sale games he's recently grabbed.
Links:
Stern Pro Circuit: https://www.ifpapinball.com/circuit/
Dutch Pinball's 6/19/2017 Webinar: https://youtu.be/KN2DjPps9wA
$30,000 Skit-B Settlement Document for Home Owned by Amanda: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByH8OkGICVbWREVNUnFSYm9wcUE
Virtuapin's Answer to Compliant and Affirmative Defenses: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByH8OkGICVbWYmpZZUlYanFaeVE
Virtuapin's 6/23/2017 Hearing (audio): https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1ap2017-02002-20170623-133311
Kathy Kulek's 6/22/2017 Hearing (audio): https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1ap2017-02000-20170622-143156
Amanda Kulek's 6/22/2017 Hearing (audio): https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1ap2016-02073-20170622-151526
The Link Cable Podcast: https://linkcablepodcast.podbean.com/
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Episode 37 - E3 2017
After a brief pinball segment (minor news updates regarding Heighway Pinball and Dutch Pinball), Dennis and Tony are joined by a roundtable (Mike, Eric, and Jake) to talk all about E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo 2017).
The roundtable tackles the major presentations (EA, Microsoft, The PC Gaming Show, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Sony, and Nintendo), plus anything else that caught their eyes and ears. Prepare for this year's deepest, darkest video game dive!
Links:
EA’s E3 highlights: http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/game/ea-play-2017-biggest-announcements-e3-3641723/
Microsoft’s E3 highlights: http://kotaku.com/xbox-one-x-and-everything-else-microsoft-showed-at-e3-2-1796000762
The PC Gaming Show’s E3 highlights: https://www.polygon.com/e3/2017/6/12/15782226/pc-gaming-e3-2017-announcements
Bethesda’s E3 highlights: https://www.cnet.com/news/bethesda-e3-2017-press-conference-watch-it-live-here/
Ubisoft’s E3 highlights: http://bgr.com/2017/06/12/ubisoft-e3-2017-games-announcements-trailers/
Sony’s E3 highlights: http://kotaku.com/everything-sony-showed-at-e3-2017-1796039206
Nintendo’s E3 highlights: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-e3-2017-switch-games-news-and-everything-/1100-6450897/
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Episode 36 - Amateur Hour
Pinball: Dennis talks about the an interesting variant to Playmatic's Space Gambler called Flash Baseball out of Portugal. From there, it is pinball news time! Tony and Dennis cover the investor group takeover of Heighway Pinball, the decision by Dutch Pinball to reject Nivoge's offer, and Stern Pinball's latest announced pin: Star Wars!
Video Games: Tony and Dennis talk XCOM: Enemy Unknown and Civilization Revolution in the context of mobile games. After that, Dennis goes into a bit about Nidhogg, a fighting game he recently acquired. Tony and Dennis then finally get back to talking Overwatch, specifically some character updates currently in test. Finally, Tony speaks on his experiences with the Battletech backer's beta, which launched recently.
Links:
Big Daddy Enterprises: http://www.bigdaddy-enterprises.com/
Heighway Pinball Takeover Announcement: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/rebirth-of-heighway-pinball#post-3800176
Dutch Pinball's Announcement of Rejecting the Nivoge deal (second-hand post): https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/the-big-lebowski-preorder-club/page/101#post-3799380
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Episode 35 - NieRly Time for P3
Pinball: Tony and Dennis cover the latest Skit-B legal news, provide an update on Dutch Pinball's most current update, talk about the Total Nuclear Annihilation translite, cover Stern Pinball's encore edition of AC/DC, and have an interview with Gerry Stellenberg (the founder of Multimorphic, Inc.) who explains the P3 Pinball Platform.
Video Games: Tony talks NieR: Automata. Dennis covers XCOM 2, a game he recently started (and one Tony played quite a while ago!). Then, Tony supplies an update on the Battletech Backer Beta.
Links:
KantCon 2017 sponsors: http://www.kantcon.com/sponsors
Project Pinball Charity sponsors: http://projectpinball.org/sponsors
Skit-B Hearing - Kathy Kulek (5/4/2017): https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1ap2017-02000-20170504-142930
Skit-B Research Folder: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByH8OkGICVbWNDFZQXJYUUhhSm8
Multimorphric, Inc.: http://www.multimorphic.com/
Teen Titans GO! - Night Begins to Shine: https://youtu.be/gCY-Npnh0FY
Battletech Multiplayer Demo Gameplay Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rt6FatHHnzI
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Episode 34 - Bowen Brings Business
With special guest host Bowen Kerins, this episode is heavy on the pinball (and math!).
In pinball news, we cover two more Skit-B related hearings, the latest on Dutch Pinball, the IFPA's announced Challenge Matches coming in 2018, and Total Annihilation being renamed Total Nuclear Annihilation.
From there, we get into the more theoretical pinball topics. We discuss what people can do to increase local competitive pinball's popularity. We talk about what makes a good/bad pin for competition. We also talk about location pinball and what makes for a good, unique location. We also do a bit of a round-up with Bowen on recently released/now releasing pins and how good they are. As a final pinball topic, we explore some ideas for Bowen and upcoming tutorials.
In our special one-off math segment, we've got a number of exciting numbers topics! We cover the use of math in game shows. We discuss geometry and what it means for widebody pinball machines. In a nod to video games, we discuss the TrueAchievements website's use of geometric mean to predict DLC rarity. And, we talk about the core statistical summaries of mode, median, and mean, and whether mode even belongs in that list.
Links:
Bowen Kerins' Patreon for Pinball Tutorials: https://www.patreon.com/pinball
PAPA YouTube Page (has tutorial videos): https://www.youtube.com/user/PAPApinball
TILT THRU (a pinball podcast): http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/tiltthru
Nic's North American Pinball Tour Thread: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/nics-american-pinball-tour-aka-im-coming-to-fix-your-games
Skit-B Legal Hearing (4/17/2017) - Wife and House: https://soundcloud.com/user-7602410/audio-file-1ap2016-02073-20170427-133738
Skit-B Legal Hearing (5/4/2017) - VirtuaPin and CNC Machine: https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1ap2017-02002-20170504-133936
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Episode 33 - Fun Times
Pinball: Tony and Dennis issue a correction about the P3 game Heads Up, talk about Spooky Pinball making Total Annihilation, and dive into more Skit-B legal happenings. From there they go over two Pinside specific topics: revisions to the Top 100 ranking system and the initiation of "The Purge" to clean up trolling and bad behavior on the forum.
Video Games: The guys talk about Middle-Earth: Shadow of War, ReCore, Hard West, and Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime.
Tabletop: Tony talks a bit about an upcoming tabletop game based on the popular video game franchise Fallout.
Links:
International Tabletop Day (4-29-17): https://www.tabletopday.com
Skit-B Related Court Hearing (4/13/2017): https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1ap2016-02073-20170413-154917
Pinball Prison Blues: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bfPwtUTP4k
Fallout Tabletop Game: http://www.modiphius.com/fallout.html
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Episode 32 - Flip Flip Pew Pew
Pinball: Tony and Dennis didn't talk about P3 in their 2017 TPF recap, and so hit upon the cutting-edge in pinball technology this go-around. Dennis then gives some thoughts on Batman 66 now that he's been able to play it. After that, an update regarding Dutch Pinball and ARA provides some additional information on the status of The Big Lebowski. From there, Dennis provides an interview with Keri Wing, second place finisher of the IFPA's 2017 World Women's Pinball Championship. Dennis has a small update on the Skit-B (Predator Pinball) happenings, and to wrap up the segment the guys talk about the IFPA's plan to introduce tournament fees in 2018.
Video Games: Dennis talks about Battle Group 2 and Far Cry Primal. Tony talks about Renowned Explorers: International Society.
Tabletop: Tony and Dennis announce they will be at KantCon in 2017 and that the podcast is also one of the event's sponsors.
Links:
Skit-B Research Folder: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByH8OkGICVbWNDFZQXJYUUhhSm8
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Episode 31 - TPF 2017 & National Videogame Museum
A most straightfoward episode. Besides announcing the final results of the 2017 Modern Widebody Tournament, Tony and Dennis give a massive trip report of the National Videogame Museum and the 2017 Texas Pinball Festival. Fun times!
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Episode 30 - Spreadsheets in Space?
Pinball: We set up the final round of the 2017 Modern Widebody Tournament. We talk about Alien Pinball gameplay. And finally Dennis sets off to bore everyone with a regression analysis of Pinside's solid-state game ratings.
Video Games: We of course cover Overwatch, both ongoing PTR tests and the new character (Orisa). Dennis hits on some 2017 GDC (Game Developers Conference) highlights. Tony tries to resist diving too deep into Aurora 4X (aka Spreadsheets in Space... ace... ce... e...).
Tabletop: Tony talks a bit about International Tabletop Day.
Links:
2017 Modern Widebody Tournament-Final Round Voting: https://goo.gl/forms/laVwA51PnaGbu8L03
The Link Cable Podcast (Episode 15 - TLOZBOTWOMG): https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ggqss-6864ee
Space Gambler (Playmatic 1978) Gameplay (no commentary): https://youtu.be/Q8Xe2nJMTT8
Pinside Thread on Regression Analysis of Pinside SS Ratings: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/regression-analysis-pinside-rating-and-game-details#post-3642419
Aurora 4X: http://aurora2.pentarch.org/index.php/topic,5663.0.html
Quill18 plays Aurora 4X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcWln8Ne1RA&list=PLs3acGYgI1-sRFRB4BPB-FbmVuvwIKH92
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Episode 29 - Too... Much... Pinball...
A metric ton of pinball happenings dominates our discussion, with a small video game segment thrown in (no tabletop this time).
Pinball: We set up Round 4 of the 2017 Modern Widebody Tournament. We talk about Aerosmith gameplay. We talk about Alien Pinball shipping. We talk about the death of Super League. We discuss the latest involving Skit-B legally. We cover the problems facing The Big Lebowski's production. And finally, we talk about Magic Girls shipping. As you can see, we talk a lot.
Video Games: We cover the future of Call of Duty, the upcoming Destiny 2, and the upcoming Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire.
Links:
2017 Modern Widebody Tournament-Round 4 Voting: https://goo.gl/forms/F221K0Zuro5LsglT2
Superman (Atari 1979) Pinball Gameplay (with commentary): https://youtu.be/nzrj5_ajSN0
Dead Flip's Aerosmith Gameplay Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oej9gql5OTU
Kevin Kulek (Skit-B) Hearing #3 on 2-17-2017: https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1bk2016-21030-20170217-090555
Skit-B Research (Legal Documents): https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByH8OkGICVbWNDFZQXJYUUhhSm8
Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire: https://www.fig.co/campaigns/deadfire
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Episode 28 - A Triforce of Segments
Hey look, Episode 28 actually has a solid balance across pinball, video games, and tabletop gaming for once!
Pinball: Discussion revolves around the Kansas State Pinball Championship, move into Round 3 of the 2017 Modern Widebody Tournament, and name some games we think have a solid layout but are stinkers because the rules are poor. Tony and Dennis also spend a lot of time discussing what they are looking forward to at the 2017 Texas Pinball Festival.
Video Games: The topics here include ZeniMax's legal "victory" over Facebook involving the Oculus, the opening of E3 to the public, and the latest Overwatch PTR update (involving Mercy and Bastion). Tony also spends a lot of time on the BATTLETECH beta and his live-stream intentions.
Tabletop: Thanks to an in-depth Game Night, Tony and Dennis get to provide hands-on discussions of Potion Explosion, Noisy Person Cards, and Codenames.
Links:
2017 Modern Widebody Tournament-Round 3 Voting: https://goo.gl/forms/fGd0BcDT5SZ0CfbR2
Texas Pinball Festival: http://texaspinball.com/tpf/
BATTLETECH Kickstarter (Late Reinforcements): https://battletech.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders
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Episode 27 - Podcast Accoutrements
Pinball: Another large pinball section this episode. We cover the just-announced Jetsons Pinball. We wrap up round 1 of the 2017 Modern Era Widebody Tournament and discuss the match-ups in round 2. We discuss the legal happenings around Skit-B and the failed Predator pinball project. We talk about the P3 system going into production. And (finally!) we cover the Attack from Mars Remake that was announced.
Video Games: Discussion revolves mostly around the Evo Championship Series game line-up that was just announced.
Tabletop: The focus is on a new tabletop convention, PAX Unplugged.
Links:
2017 Modern Widebody Tournament-Round 2 Voting: https://goo.gl/forms/UOjCljoy416jpANt2
Kevin Kulek (Skit-B) legal recording when presented to the court by U.S. Marshals (1-20-2017): https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1bk2016-21030-20170120-111818
Kevin Kulek (Skit-B) legal recording of hearing where bankruptcy case dismissed (1-27-2017): https://soundcloud.com/user-800669943/1bk2016-21030-20170127-091530
PAX Unplugged
http://unplugged.paxsite.com/
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Episode 26 - Newsmageddon
Whoa, there is a lot of news to cover in this episode!
Pinball: The 2017 Modern Widebody Tournament is explained and the first round's match-ups announced. From there, the guys talk about the Aerosmith reveal and their initial thoughts. Dennis then transitions to Zidware and the legal happenings on the JPOP front. Tony and Dennis then give their impressions of the Batman 66 gameplay shown on the DeadFlip Twitch channel. They spend some time talking about Keith Elwin joining Stern Pinball as a pinball designer, and finally the pinball segment concludes with yet another discussion around American Pinball (this time focusing on their recent social media activity).
Video Games: Most of the discussion centers on the Nintendo Switch, the revealed specifics on what the console is, and thoughts about it as a next step by Nintendo. The guys also spend a bit of time on Scalebound's cancellation (which sort of spirals into a discussion on exclusives and the state of developing such games).
Tabletop: There is some discussion about Diane Sauer's Pinball Showdown, a recent Kickstarter of a tabletop game with pinball as a theme. Tony also talks about an app he has started using for tabletop analytics and some of his future plans relating to the hobby.
Links:
2017 Modern Widebody Tournament-Round 1 Voting: https://goo.gl/forms/Y87yxEbIuMD8riDA3
Zidware Research Folder: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByH8OkGICVbWd0FyTWJSS3JJSWM
Jpop Discussion Thread on Pinside (link to starting discussion around the complaint and answer): https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/jpop-update-thread%e2%80%a6%e2%80%a6%e2%80%a6%e2%80%a6%e2%80%a6mg-raza-and-aiw%e2%80%a6/page/410#post-3525672
Diane Sauer's Pinball Showdown's Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1919693711/pinball-showdown?ref=project_share
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Episode 25 - Happy 2017!
It's a new year and time for a new podcast!
In pinball, Dennis and Tony wrap up the 2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament. They talk about American Pinball and their advertising flyer Dennis received in a Pinball Life order, and then talk about their 2017 pinball hopes.
In video games, Dennis and Tony give some opinions about games they are currently playing (not Overwatch!). And, in an emerging pattern, talk about their hopes for 2017.
Tabletop is all about hope and dreams, and not about currently played games. But rebellions and tabletops are built on hope, so that's okay.
Links:
Critical Role, Episode 1: https://youtu.be/i-p9lWIhcLQ
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Episode 24 - 2016 Year-End Review
Besides prepping the final round of the 2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament, this episode is dedicated to talking about the most interesting of things in the pinball, video game, and tabletop realms for 2016!
Links:
2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament-Final Round: https://goo.gl/forms/05Yg8iM68KS5mGiC2
Episode 41 of the Skill Shot Pincast ("IFPA Statstravaganza!"): https://soundcloud.com/skillshotseattle/41-ifpa-statstravaganza
Episode 11 of the Little Kings Pinball Podcast ("BIAS AFM"): https://soundcloud.com/user-859738069/ep-11-bias-afm
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Episode 23 - Pin Designers, Ultimate Stern, Playstation Experience, and More Overwatch!
Pinball: The guys walk through the results of Round 2 of the 2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament. From there, they talk about the voting controvery surrounding the Ultimate Stern Fan contest.
Video Games: A brief discussion of the Playstation Experience leads off, followed by more Overwatch talk. The segment concludes with a discussion of Master of Orion 3 and Dangerous Golf.
Tabletop: None this time!
Links:
2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament-Round 3: https://goo.gl/forms/YIjZwmTgeXoBc2Vv1
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Episode 22 - Overwatch, Pinball Designers, & More!
Pinball: Tony and Dennis cover the results 2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament's first round, announce the second round, and talk about the second round match-ups.
Video Games: It's all Overwatch. Dennis and Tony discuss the latest update, the new modes, the new map, and the buffs/nerfs to the various heroes.
Tabletop: Tony leads a discussion about digital versions of popular tabletop games.
Links:
2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament-Round 2: https://goo.gl/forms/vwgEi68rUYYf4nfE3
For Amusement Only EM and Bingo Pinball Podcast: http://foramusementonly.libsyn.com/
Dennis' Jurassic Park (Incandescent vs LED): https://youtu.be/TqYOYfoG0xU
Star Realms
Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/438140/
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.starrealms.starrealmsapp&hl=en
Ascension
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.playdekgames.android.Ascension
Sentinels of the Multiverse
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.handelabra.Sentinels
Ticket to Ride
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.daysofwonder.tt.android
Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/108200/
Tabletop simulator
Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/286160/
Digital board game list from Boardgaming.com: http://boardgaming.com/category/games/digital-board-games
Dized: https://dized.com/
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Episode 21 - Sombra Wins?
With added dishwasher sounds for your listening pleasure!
Pinball: Tony and Dennis launch their 2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament (see the show notes below for the link to Round 1's voting!), and talk a bit about the 10 designers in the competition. From there, they each rank their top five pinball designers of all time. Finally, they provide their current list of pinball podcasts they subscribe to.
Video Games: Sombra has been announced for Overwatch, so Tony and Dennis spend time talking about her moveset and what this may mean for the game. Dennis also launches into detailed impressions of the time he's spent playing Battlefield 1.
Tabletop: Tony leads a discussion about Fantasy/RPG tropes, and the guys give examples they have committed in their role-playing days.
Links:
2016 Modern Era Pinball Designer Tournament-Round 1: https://goo.gl/forms/UTedDuuDobvMJJIL2
Brokentoken Classic Arcade and Pinball Podcast: https://www.brokentoken.com/
Coast 2 Coast Pinball/Wide World of Pinball: http://www.coast2coastpinball.com/
Gameroom Junkies Arcade and Pinball Podcast: http://gameroomjunkies.com/
Kaneda's Pinball Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/kanedapinball
Little Kings Pinball Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/user-859738069
Pinheadz Pinball Podcast: http://www.pinheadz.com.au/
The Pinball Podcast: http://www.thepinballpodcast.com/
The CoinBox Pinball Podcast: http://coinbox.libsyn.com/
The Slam Tilt Podcast: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/slamtilt
TILT THRU: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/tiltthru
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Episode 20 - Pinball Expo 2016 & More!
Tony and Dennis give you the minimum from Pinball Expo to survive, talk a bit about the upcoming Nintendo "console", and have a single tabletop game to trash. Lots of fun!
Pinball: Dennis has completed his background research into American Pinball, and so provides an info dump regarding the articles of incorporation, the mortgages, possible parts supplies, and more. Tony and Dennis use this to transition into Pinball Expo 2016, where they discuss the American Pinball presentation, Stern Pinball's Batman 66 and Aerosmith pins, Jersey Jack's Hobbit Black Arrow and Dialed In! machines, and Heighway's Alien Pinball.
Video Games: The focus is on the Nintendo Switch, but Tony and Dennis also give their list of listened-to video game podcasts in response to a listener request!
Tabletop: A very short, very blunt discussion regarding Speak Out, half tabletop game, half torture device.
Links:
American Pinball Research: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0ByH8OkGICVbWSlB2Qi0tQXhkUUE?usp=sharing
Dennis' Video of Firepower (Incandescent vs LED): https://youtu.be/amTpWuDknjM
Comet Pinball: http://www.cometpinball.com/
Pinball Magazine's Interview with American Pinball: https://soundcloud.com/user-935579828/pinball-magazine-podcast-01-american-pinball
Gameroom Junkies Arcade & Pinball Podcast: http://gameroomjunkies.com/index.php/episodes/
TrueAchievements Podcast: http://www.trueachievements.com/podcast.aspx
Podcast Unlocked: http://xbox360.ign.libsynpro.com/
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Episode 19 - Winging It
Tony and Dennis were so busy over the last two weeks that most of this episode had to be ad libbed, and it shows. A weird mix of pinball, pizza, hot dogs, and gaming.
Pinball: Brief updates/thoughts on Pinapalooza IV, American Pinball, and Expo. Tony and Dennis do launch into a more enjoyable topic: what would they do if they each were to start up a pinball manufacturing company in today's climate?
Video Games: Tony hits on a couple easy-play titles to provide some suggestions now that Dennis finally upgraded his PC.
Tabletop: I hope you like TV networks, as there's a game for that!
Links:
Beige Knight Pinball Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/user-944860920
Skill Shot Pincast: http://www.skill-shot.com/content/category/podcast
The Slam Tilt Podcast: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/slamtilt
Pinball Magazine's Interview with American Pinball: https://soundcloud.com/user-935579828/pinball-magazine-podcast-01-american-pinball
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Episode 18 - American Pinball?!?
Tony is back, and there's so much news to cover, especially pinball news!
Pinball: The guys talk about the newly announced American Pinball, their association with JPOP, and the stated offer to produce Magic Girl while moving forward with their own pin theme (also magic themed). From there, Tony and Dennis hit on Batman 66's pricing and the application process for the SLE models. The pinball talk is rounded up with Spooky and their new unit count and pricing model announced for as-yet-unkown game number three.
Video Games: Dennis leads off with Firewatch, which is now available on Xbox One (and all versions have received some new features along with this release). Tony covers Mad Max, and the joys of vehicle combat.
Tabletop: It is all about Secret Hitler, which both Tony and Dennis played against each other to the doom of all mankind.
Links:
Dennis' YouTube "application" video for a Batman 66 SLE: https://youtu.be/SMC5xt-VT3o
Jeff's YouTube "application" video for a Batman 66 SLE: https://youtu.be/365KuFK6mxM
Podcast Unlocked Episode 264: http://xbox360.ign.libsynpro.com/podcast-unlocked-episode-264-firewatch-creators-discuss-xbox-version
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Episode 17 - Dennis' Coup D'etat?
Past guest host Mike (Episode 11 - E3 2016) returns to help cover for the absence of Tony. Not that Dennis couldn't monologue his way through, there's just the question of alienating all the listeners. As such, despite the madness Tony's absence entails, Episode 17 actually follows the typical structure with all three gaming categories represented.
Pinball: This segment starts with a brief mention of the clearcoat (aka "ghosting") issues that have been ongoing on several Stern Pinball machines. The bulk of the pinball talk is about Stern's announced Batman 66 game, their first pin to replace the DMD with LCD.
Video Games: Thanks to a free-to-play weekend, Mike and Dennis are able to touch on last episode's big video game talk: Overwatch. Outside of this, Mike and Dennis put time into two pre-release iterations of a couple upcoming major shooters. The first such discussion is regarding Titanfall 2 and its technical test. The second, more significant, discussion revolves around the Battlefield 1 beta.
Tabletop: Pandemic, a cooperative board game, has been mentioned several times on past episodes. Tony, however, has always prevented the full truth from being exposed. Mike and Dennis pull back the veil on one of the most devious tabletop games ever designed, and explain why it blows chunks.
Links:
EGP T-shirt Contest: https://goo.gl/forms/ikFV9qLBYzXVck7F2
Coast 2 Coast Pinball, Episode 229: http://www.podcastgarden.com/episode/episode-229_86459
Pandemic: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/30549/pandemic
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Episode 16 - Jack Jaws Juegos
Assisted by guest host Jack Danger (Dead Flip; TILT THRU), EGP hits on the following in this episode:
Pinball: The segment starts with a discussion of everyone's favorite/least favorite competitive tournament formats. From there, the guys tackle the announced Cactus Canyon remake. The final pinball topic is WatchMojo's Top 10 Pinball Machines (which recently aired on YouTube).
Video Games: It is all about Overwatch. Dennis gets to sit back as Tony and Jack go into the characters, the maps, and the game modes of the arguably most addictive shooter of 2016.
Tabletop: Werewolf, and the related One Night Ultimate Werewolf, social deduction games, get the full attention of the crew.
Links:
Dead Flip: https://www.twitch.tv/dead_flip
TILT THRU: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/tiltthru
WatchMojo's Top 10 Pinball Machines: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDYmKpHfgtQ
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Episode 15 - Don Discusses Divergent Distractions
Assisted by guest host Don (The Pinball Podcast), the guys tackle these rad topics in Episode 15:
Pinball: The segment starts with just a generalized pinball discussion, flowing into an examination of Pabst Can Crusher's for-sale price (only available through Pabst). From there, the guys go into the rumors that Slayer will be Stern Pinball's next music pin. They close out the pinball segment by talking about the bad/not great pinball machine (loosely defined as being ranked on Pinside beneath 200 if a solid-state machine, or beneath 100 if an EM) they'd each most like to own.
Video Games: This segment leads with the most obvious topic in the current doldrums of summer, No Man's Sky. From there, a discussion about Curt Schilling's defunct 38 Studios (which recently had criminal charges dismissed regarding the loss to Rhode Island taxpayers when the company went bankrupt) ensues. Since the Xbox One S is now out, the guys look a bit more into the latest console release. Finally, BATTLETECH's #SuperPreAlpha first look is discussed.
Tabletop: Thanks to Gen Con 2016, this segment is rich in content. First up is Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle (a cooperative deck-building game). Next is Potion Explosion, a game that lacks actual explosions but does involve marbles. Finally, Tony leads into some thoughts based around his in-depth examination of D&D 5e, and uses that as a basis to explain his theories of character/class creation in RPG games.
Links:
The Pinball Podcast: http://www.thepinballpodcast.com/
Pabst Can Crusher sale page: http://store.pabstblueribbon.com/products/pabst-can-crusher-pinball-machine
BATTLETECH SuperPreAlpha first look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjEeDz51pHE
BATTLETECH added a late backer group for people who want to get in on the game now that the Kickstarter is over: https://battletech.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders
Itmejp (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/user/itmeJP/playlists
Itmejp (Twitch): https://www.twitch.tv/itmejp/profile
Watch recommendations: Rollplay the original, Rollplay solum, Rollplay age of rebellion, Rollplay made RPG (very funny)
The Dice Tower (great for all board game stuff): https://www.youtube.com/user/thedicetower
Koibu (Neal Erickson; recommend the Dicing with Death videos) (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/user/Koibu0
Koibu (Twitch): https://www.twitch.tv/koibu/profile
Geek and Sundry (tabletop): http://geekandsundry.com/shows/tabletop/
Nifty LED: http://www.niftyled.com/
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Episode 14 - 80s Pinball, Nintendo, and KantCon 2016
Pinball: Dennis and Tony discuss the culmination of months of voting and the winner of the 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament. In addition, each talk about what Pinside Top 50 solid state pin they'd most want to own, and which Top 50 pin is the most overrated.
Video Games: Discussion is entirely Nintendo-centric, with a discussion of Nintendo's disappointing first quarter financial report (it's more interesting than this sounds!) and the leaked specs on the Nintendo NX.
Tabletop: It's all about KantCon 2016. Tony discusses his gaming experiences during the Friday session (D&D 5E and Planet Mercenary) and Dennis and Tony talk about their Saturday experience (more D&D 5E and The Ultimate Hero).
Links:
Dungeons & Dragons: http://dnd.wizards.com/
Paragon Notion (The Ultimate Hero RPG): https://www.facebook.com/ParagonNotion/
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Episode 13 - Pabst, Colorization, Pokémon, and Mars Attacks
Pinball: Dennis starts the segment with the 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament, which is now entering its final phase. From there, Tony and Dennis' discussion centers around the Pabst Can Crusher pinball machine artwork which was recently revealed, and an in-depth talk about the Medieval Madness Remake's color DMD announcement and associated pricing.
Video Games: Pokémon Go leads off the video game segment, given the craze is sweeping the nation. In addition, nostalgia gets a boost with the Nintendo Classic Edition console.
Tabletop: Per a listener request, the guys tackle Mars Attacks: The Miniatures Game. They also talk about the upcoming KantCon and the RPGs they've signed up for.
Links:
1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament-Round 6: http://goo.gl/forms/XKxNaVaHdB7T3EDw2
Dorkly Pokemon MMO comic: http://www.dorkly.com/post/52546/be-careful-what-you-wish-for
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Episode 12 - Domino's, SGDQ 2016, Evo 2016, & Tabletop for Kids
Pinball: Dennis goes over the latest in the 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament. From there, he and Tony give their thoughts on the Domino's Pizza pinball machine, talking about the art, layout, and gameplay already shown.
Video Games: Dennis brings up Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) 2016, a charity speed-running event, and Evo 2016, the premier fighting game tournament. Tony and Dennis also talk about some of their favorite fighting games from days gone by.
Tabletop: Tony discusses Castles of Mad King Ludwig, a tile-laying game. From there, Tony outlines a variety of games that are good to play with young children.
Links:
1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament-Round 5: http://goo.gl/forms/pisXnuA2BdxYsgkC2
Summer Games Done Quick 2016: https://gamesdonequick.com/
Evo 2016 Championship Series: http://evo.shoryuken.com/
Castles of Mad King Ludwig https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/155426/castles-mad-king-ludwig
Enchanted Cupcake Party Game https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/140675/enchanted-cupcake-party-game
Unicorns in the Clouds https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/159566/unicorns-clouds
Tsuro https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/16992/tsuro
Timeline https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/85256/timeline-inventions
Ticket to Ride https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/9209/ticket-ride
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Episode 11 – E3 2016
Due to the heavy volume of E3 coverage, the tabletop section has moved from the end of the podcast to the beginning.
Tabletop: Tony provides some information about Hero Realms and its ongoing Kickstarter campaign.
Pinball: Dennis goes over the Round 3 results of the 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament and announces the Round 4 match-ups.
Video Games: Comprehensive coverage of E3. Broadly broken out by press conferences, the following are the areas of discussion:
Square Enix: Final Fantasy XV, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Deus Ex GO, Hitman, I Am Setsuna, Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness, and NeiR: Automata.
EA: Titanfall 2, Madden, FIFA 17, Mass Effect: Andromeda, Fe, various Star Wars games, and Battlefield 1.
Bethesda: Quake Champions, Elder Scrolls Legends, Fallout 4 DLC, Skyrim Remastered, Prey, Doom DLC, Elder Scrolls Online: Dark Brotherhood, Bethesda VR games, and Dishonored 2.
Microsoft: The Xbox One S, Xbox Play Anywhere, Gears of War 4, Killer Instinct: General RAAM, Forza Horizon 3, ReCore, Final Fantasy XV, Tom Clancy's The Division (DLC), Battlefield 1, Xbox Network Update (Clubs, Looking for Group, and Arena), Xbox Design Lab (custom controllers), ID@Xbox (We Happy Few and Gwent), Tekken 7, Dead Rising 4, Scalebound, Sea of Thieves, State of Decay 2, Halo Wars 2, and Project Scorpio.
Ubisoft: Ghost Recon: Wildlands, South Park: The Fractured But Whole, Tom Clancy's The Division (expansions), Eagle Flight, Star Trek Bridge Crew, For Honor, Grow Up, Trials of the Blood Dragon, Watchdogs 2, and Steep.
Sony: God of War, Days Gone, The Last Guardian, Horizon: Zero Dawn, Detroit: Become Human, Resident Evil, Playstation VR (Impulse Gear, Star Wars Battlefront VR X-Wing demo, Batman Arkham, and Final Fantasy XV and its VR experience), Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, Crash Bandicoot Remaster, Skylanders Imaginators, Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Death Stranding, and Spiderman.
Nintendo: Pokemon SUN & Moon and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Other: Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE, Persona 5, Akiba's Beat, Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star, and The King of Fighters XIV.
Links:
Hero Realms Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1172937197/hero-realms-a-deckbuilding-adventure-card-game/description
Round 4 of 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament: http://goo.gl/forms/7WZbLeM6XqhTI9ik1
EA's E3 2016 Press Conference: https://youtu.be/psEDJXl2ApY
Bethesda's E3 2016 Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT3eAmu4FhQ
Microsoft's E3 2016 Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xM_NYqY71Y
Ubisoft's E3 2016 Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVt25bOM6eM
Sony's E3 2016 Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Me4_rqefVE
Nintendo's E3 2016 Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19B4wloShy0
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Episode 10 – Charities & Circuits, Strikes & Fables, Stars and Planet-Busters
In this episode, Tony and Dennis hit the three gaming categories with a force of a mecha-clad death bunny armed with grenades that can destroy planets.
Pinball: Results of Round 2 of the 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament are discussed, and the match-ups for Round 3 are revealed.
Dennis conducts an interview with Daniel Spolar and Amber Streath of the Project Pinball Charity. They discuss Project Pinball's mission, their upcoming July 2016 fundraising campaign, and ways the public can get involved in their efforts to install pinball machines in hospitals across the land.
Tony and Dennis also sit down with Keri Wing, recent victor of Cactus Jack's Silverball Showdown, a PAPA circuit event. They go over what the PAPA circuit events are, talk about some of the games Keri played, and about her being the first woman in history to win a PAPA circuit event.
Video Games: Discussion is lead off with talk regarding No Man's Sky. Specifically, the game's recent delay in release and the resulting death threats received by both the developer and the journalist who broke the news.
In addition, an examination about Fable Fortune, a game trying to crawl out of the ashes of Lionhead Studios, and whether its prospects of a successful Kickstarter are realistic.
Tabletop: Tony does a deep dive on Strike Legion, a sci-fi RPG that throws every trope in the book, after injecting them with steroids, at the player. He also discusses upcoming efforts to organize some RPG play in the area.
Links:
Round 3 of 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament: http://goo.gl/forms/bxr7E3OSYvrzCG7H3
Project Pinball Charity: http://www.projectpinball.org/
GoFundMe for Project Pinball's July campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/projectpinball
Project Pinball Charity Sweepstakes (win a pinball machine!): https://go.rallyup.com/9fad63
PAPA (Professional & Amateur Pinball Association): http://papa.org/
TILT THRU: http://www.podcastgarden.com/podcast/tiltthru
The CoinBox Pinball Podcast: http://coinbox.libsyn.com/
Fable Fortune's Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/flamingfowl/fable-fortune-a-fable-ccg-with-co-op-pvp-and-quest
No Man's Sky delay and death threats: http://www.polygon.com/2016/5/29/11807840/no-mans-sky-delayed-death-threats-creator
Original No Man's Sky delay post: http://kotaku.com/sources-no-mans-sky-delayed-1778797365
Strike Legion: http://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/93237/Strike-Legion
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Episode 9 – 2 Hosts | 2 Interviews
Pinball: Dennis goes over the results of Round 1 of the 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament, and announces the Round 2 match-ups.
As a transition topic (since virtual pinball can be thought of as a pinball topic AND a video game topic), we feature Dennis' interview with Brad Baker, founder of VPCabs. Dennis and Brad discuss the VPCabs product line, future plans, and what it was like for Brad to be on the ABC TV show Shark Tank.
Video Games: Tony and Dennis go over the Civiliation 6 announcement and their thoughts on the series of Strategy games.
Tabletop: Here we feature Tony's interview with Stephanie Bryant, creator of the Threadbare RPG. Tony and Stephanie go over the Threadbare concept, how it developed, and how it will work in final form.
Links:
Round 2 of 1980s Pinball Machine Mania Tournament: http://goo.gl/forms/fZGaUg51J7AGxEhA3
VPCabs: https://virtualpinball.com/
PinballSTAR Amusements: http://www.pinballstar.com/
Threadbare RPG: A stitchpunk tabletop role-playing game: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mortaine/threadbare-rpg-a-stitchpunk-tabletop-role-playing?ref=users
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Episode 8 – 80s Pinball, Homebrew, CoD/Battlefield, RPGs Galore
Pinball: Dennis walks through a March Madness-style pinball tournament contest to determine the best pinball machine of 1980-1989. From there, Tony and Dennis share their ideas for cool homebrew pinball rethemes.
Video Games: Discussion centers on Dawn of War III, Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, Battlefield 1, and Stern Pinball Arcade.
Tabletop: Tony provides an update for Noisy Person Cards and The Planet Mercenary RPG. In addition, discussion revolves around RPGs broadly, Kantcon, and the Threadbare RPG.
Tony and Dennis give their thoughts on Dead Flip's Twitch presentation of Ghostbusters LE (after the Tabletop section since they forgot to do it earlier!).
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Episode 7 – Slings, Foxes, Neos, and Cards
Pinball: Tony and Dennis open with a discussion on Ghostbusters LE/Premium magnaslings, and conclude with The Big Lebowski finally shipping (and the option for air delivery).
Video Games: Star Fox Zero, Pinball FX2's Alien DLC pack, and BattleFleet Gothic Armada round out the software discussion. Sony's PS4 upgrade is also examined.
Tabletop: The third edition of Warmahordes, the Dresden Files cooperative card game, and Noisy Person Cards are three new upgrades/games that get attention, along with International Tabletop Day.
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Episode 6 – Nick Dangerous Interview, FFXV, & Tabletop Miniatures
Pinball: Dennis interviews Nick Dangerous of the Dallas Makerspace VECTOR Committee to talk Freedom pinball, restorations, and long-term plans in the Dallas area.
Video Games: Tony and Dennis discuss the (finally!) announced release of Final Fantasy XV, their history with the franchise, and thoughts on the JRPG genre as a whole.
Tabletop: Tony dives deep into tabletop miniatures and what goes into playing such games.
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Episode 5 – TPF 2016
In their first exclusive-topic podcast, Tony and Dennis talk about their experiences at the 2016 Texas Pinball Festival.
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Episode 4 – Ghostbusters, TPF Wizards Tournament, Early Access, Fable Legends, & Star Realms
In this ultra-dense episode, Tony and Dennis cover a multitude of gaming topics.
Pinball: Discussion starts with a focus on the Ghostbusters pinball reveal, followed by the last-minute changes to the 2016 Texas Pinball Festival's Wizards tournament.
Video Games: Tony initiates a critique of the early access model of video game funding, while Dennis brings up the cancellation of Fable Legends and the likely end to Lionhead studios.
Tabletop: Discussion focuses on Star Realms, a combat-based deck building game.
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Episode 3 – Preorders, Firewatch, Titanfall 2, & Legendary
In this episode, Tony and Dennis discuss the following:
Pinball: Preordering pinball machines and concerns with this approach to financing the construction of pins.
Video Games: Tony goes in depth on his experiences with Firewatch, while Dennis explains his interest in the upcoming mech-shooter Titanfall 2.
Tabletop Games: Legendary, a cooperative deck-building game, is discussed (for both its gameplay and its many upcoming themes).
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Episode 2 – Dirty Donny, Dangerous Golf, X-Com 2, & Pandemic
In their Valentine's Day episode, Tony and Dennis talk over several gaming topics.
Pinball: The news that Dirty Donny is doing art for an upcoming Stern pinball machine. Discussion focuses on speculation on likely themes for the table and what would make for a cool music pin.
Video Games: Dangerous Golf receives overview as an upcoming release. In addition, Tony goes in-depth with X-Com 2 and his experiences thus far.
Tabletop Games: Pandemic: Reign of Cthulhu and Battle Arena get discussed, as does the notion of Kickstarting tabletop games in general.
Note: Tony's online audio feed becomes distorted shortly after the tabletop section begins. We apologize for the drop in quality at that point.
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Episode 1 – Upcoming Pins, Top 2015 Video Games, & Kickstarter
In the inaugural episode, Tony and Dennis tackle the following subjects:
Pinball: Upcoming releases from Stern Pinball, Heighway Pinball, Jersey Jack Pinball, Dutch Pinball, and Spooky Pinball.
Video Games: Tony and Dennis discuss their top games released in 2015, and a few titles they are looking forward to currently scheduled for 2016 release.
Tabletop Games: Recent games that received Kickstarter support and have sparked some interest receive focus.
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