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F-14 Tomcat

gameactive50 mentionsFirst seen Sep 14, 2015Last seen Apr 3, 2026

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F-14 Tomcat is a game mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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  • factualhigh

    F-14 Tomcat is set up to be as fast and unforgiving as possible while maintaining playability

    Source: Tournament commentator describing Mike's setup philosophyWinchester Mystery House Launch Tournament: Final, game 2 of 3 on F-14 Tomcat. Streamed from TFR.
  • opinionmedium

    F-14 Tomcat has notably difficult upper flipper mechanics that require lifting to shoot underneath

    Source: Tournament commentatorWinchester Mystery House Launch Tournament: Final, game 2 of 3 on F-14 Tomcat. Streamed from TFR.

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    Winchester Mystery House Launch Tournament: Final, game 2 of 3 on F-14 Tomcat. Streamed from TFR.Apr 3, 2026
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    Episode 32 – Technical EcstasyFeb 23, 2017
  • Machine Dave picked up during Cape Cod trip; damaged during moving (backglass shattered); required restoration work

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    Episode 9: The Classic Pinball Podcast - Funspot Arcade, Laconia, NH with Eric Stone.Aug 27, 2019
  • Pinball machine in Ron's collection; recently repaired diverter with fallen pin

    Episode 40 – BMX

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