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Paul Daniel

personactive12 mentionsFirst seen Dec 8, 2018Last seen Jun 21, 2025

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  • factualhigh

    Arnold Schwarzenegger is too expensive to license for custom voiceovers.

    Source: Paul Daniel interview with Kaneda's Pinball Podcast / Dirty Pool PinballPredator #pinball first impressions - WHERES ARNOLD?!?! and MORE borrowed ideas from other games?!?!
  • factualhigh

    An early internal gameplay video of Predator was leaked by an unauthorized distributor.

    Source: Paul Daniel acknowledgment in interviewPredator #pinball first impressions - WHERES ARNOLD?!?! and MORE borrowed ideas from other games?!?!
  • predictionmedium

    Pinball Brothers may add more Arnold Schwarzenegger content via software update if Disney licensing is resolved.

    Source: Paul Daniel interviewPredator #pinball first impressions - WHERES ARNOLD?!?! and MORE borrowed ideas from other games?!?!
  • factual

Recent Mentions (12)

  • Patreon member who convinced Don to sell Godzilla Premium Edition; facilitated Munsters Premium Edition acquisition

    More Metallica Remake infoJun 27, 2024
  • Free Play Florida organizer who presented tournament structure and charity initiative details

    Free Play Florida 2018 Main Playoffs - FinalsDec 8, 2018
  • Founder of Project Pinball charity, participated in tournament

    Pinball at the Lake 2019 - FinalsJul 31, 2020
  • Mentioned as strong player on Pool Sharks in prior round, noted as having best game performance on that title

    INDISC 2023 Classics II Playoffs - SemifinalsDec 6, 2023
  • Founder/operator of Pinball Brothers; 40+ year pinball enthusiast from Sweden; guest interviewee discussing company history and Predator Pinball development

    Predator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170Jun 18, 2025
  • Friend of host; attended Pinball Olympics; arranged ticket for host to attend Pinball Olympics at Pinball Expo

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 221 - Ball is Life

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high

Predator licensing relationship with Disney originated from existing Alien license after Disney acquired 20th Century Fox

Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    Predator pinball development started in 2024 after licensing discussions spanning multiple years

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    Arnold Schwarzenegger's likeness cannot be shown in most game clips due to licensing restrictions beyond Pinball Brothers' control

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    The game features three main multiballs: Ramp Attack, Jungle Blast (with Gatling gun), and Get to the Chopper

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    Predator pinball uses Fast Pinball electronic systems and has significantly more lighting than any previous Pinball Brothers game

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    Disney approved an R-rated game design from the beginning, providing unusual creative freedom on violence and gore content

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    Original Alien pinball team members (Jim Kelly, Brian Domini, Orik) are directly involved in Predator development

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • predictionmedium

    Pinball Brothers expects to accelerate game production rate and improve planning for future titles after fourth game

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    Predator pinball cabinet dimensions are very similar to Alien, with minor adjustments to speaker cutouts and lock positioning

    Source: Pinball Brothers CEO in video interviewPinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!
  • factualhigh

    Pinball Brothers was formed in 2020 after relaunching the Alien game from failed Highway Pinball assets.

    Source: Direct statement during interviewPredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • factualhigh

    Manufacturing partnership with Pedretti Gaming in Italy through Euro Ball Corp subsidiary with Pinball Brothers holding majority stake.

    Source: Direct explanation of manufacturing structurePredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • factualhigh

    Predator license transitioned from 20th Century Fox to Disney following Fox acquisition.

    Source: Licensing history explanationPredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • factualhigh

    Arnold Schwarzenegger's close-up imagery is currently restricted by Disney licensing, though negotiations are ongoing.

    Source: Direct statement on licensing constraintsPredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • factualhigh

    Predator Pinball MSRP is $10,995 with optional Trophy Package at $1,495.

    Source: Official pricing announcementPredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • factualhigh

    Production capacity for Predator targeted at approximately 800 units.

    Source: Direct statement on production planningPredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • opinionhigh

    Black Knight (1980) by Steve Ritchie is a foundational favorite pinball title.

    Source: Top 5 pinball games discussionPredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • opinionhigh

    Mass production design requires planning for weakest points and failure prevention from prototype stage, unlike unbounded homebrew design.

    Source: Advice to homebrew developersPredator Pinball and Pinball Brothers with Daniel | Ep 170
  • Oct 18, 2023
  • Friend from Brisbane; accompanied Jess to Pinball Expo; helped load in and set up; attended Pinball Olympics with wife Nicole

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 222 - Schaumcago TreadmillsOct 30, 2023
  • CEO and lead developer of Pinball Brothers; responsible for game design, code, and development team leadership on Predator pinball

    Pinball Brothers Predator Pinball Machine – Inside the Jungle with Predator Pinball!Jun 18, 2025
  • Acting CEO of Pinball Brothers; interviewed about Predator design and licensing decisions; acknowledged Arnold Schwarzenegger licensing constraints

    Predator #pinball first impressions - WHERES ARNOLD?!?! and MORE borrowed ideas from other games?!?!Jun 21, 2025
  • Picked up Rush machine from George's collection

    Stream 638: The Mandalorian (Stern) PremiumJul 29, 2023
  • Friend/colleague of RetroRalph; attempted to purchase TMNT cabinet, received alert, texted RetroRalph but encountered checkout error before sold out; equally frustrated with launch

    Arcade1up TMNT Pre-Order FAIL - We're Depressed!!Aug 24, 2019
  • Friend and advisor who influenced RetroRalph's decision to use competition sticks instead of Sanwa joysticks

    Game Room Solutions "BEAST" Arcade Cabinet - Sneak Peek - Part 1Aug 29, 2019