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Marty

person4 mentionsFirst seen May 14, 2018Last seen Jan 5, 2026

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Marty is a pinball enthusiast and co-host of the Head2Head Pinball podcast who has been involved in the pinball community since at least 2018. He is known for his involvement in podcast discussions about pinball machines, including custom builds and notable titles like Iron Maiden. After a period of reduced engagement with the hobby, he has recently re-entered the pinball industry with fresh perspectives on emerging trends, particularly boutique manufacturers.

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Claims (22)

  • opinionmedium

    Marty was likely blindsided by the collapse and was not complicit in the fraud

    Source: Ryan BarryPNP 579- Ryan Barry: Liquidation Co Offered 100k for Haggis Inventory BUT Someone ALREADY bought it!?
  • factualhigh

    The table requires approximately five balls for default play, with players needing to manage party members, items, and dungeon progression

    Source: Rules explanation during streamDarkest Dungeon (VPX Pinball Wizards 2023)
  • opinionhigh

    Jersey Jack's manufacturing philosophy prioritizes feature-rich machines over cost-cutting on components.

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • opinionhigh

    Jack Danger deserves significantly more credit for Jurassic Park design; it's brilliant work despite cost-cutting measures.

Recent Mentions (4)

  • Former pinball enthusiast; recently re-engaging with industry; outsider perspective highlighting novelty of sentiment shift toward boutique manufacturers

    Episode 90 – We See AllJan 5, 2026
  • Guest on previous Final Round episode; played Iron Maiden machine with Ryan C; prone to excessive talking (Kate Martin comparison)

    Ep 88 – Completely OriginalAug 19, 2025
  • Podcast personality; waiting for Iron Maiden delivery; considering machines for collection

    Episode 43 – Zombie Yeti (Jeremy Packer) interview on Iron MaidenMay 14, 2018
  • Co-host of Head2Head Pinball podcast; secondary prominence on custom machine

    Episode 120 – Ryan and MartyDec 9, 2019

Contradictions

  • Existing: Co-host of Head2Head Pinball podcast with established presence (Episode 120, 2019-12-09)vsConflicting: Described as guest on previous Final Round episode and characterized as former enthusiast recently re-engaging (Episodes 88 and 90, 2025-2026)
    Expert: merged definition Expert: merged definition
    Resolved
    merged · Mar 3, 2026

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Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • factualhigh

    Star Wars Pro version plays smoother and faster than Premium version.

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • rumormedium

    Elton John is rumored to be the next Jersey Jack game, designed by Steve Ritchie.

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • factualhigh

    Centaur Revisited color edition received positive community reception at Pinfest.

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • opinionmedium

    Chris is the preeminent homebrew pinball designer in Australia.

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • opinionmedium

    Pinfest in Newcastle is the spiritual home of pinball in Australia due to Hankin Pinball's historical location there.

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • opinionhigh

    Pulp Fiction artwork represents a missed opportunity compared to its gameplay quality.

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 73Ep 73: Curtains
  • opinionmedium

    Players should practice tournaments with ball saves disabled before competing

    Source: Tournament player adviceEp 72: Big
  • opinionhigh

    Removing ball saves from tournament machines makes games nerve-wracking for casual players

    Source: Guest personal experienceFinal Round Pinball Podcast Ep 72: Big
  • opinionhigh

    Over-tuning modern Stern machines to be too difficult reduces player enjoyment more than it improves competition

    Source: Guest statementFinal Round Pinball Podcast Ep 72: Big
  • factualhigh

    Marty from Game Club Central created a VPX Avengers tutorial that uses the same ruleset as the physical machine

    Source: Dr. C (host)The Avengers LE - Stern 2012
  • factualmedium

    Rush pinball has code with a lot of content still in development at the time of recording

    Source: Final Round Podcast Ep 51Final Round Pinball Podcast Ep 51: Dumb and Dumber
  • factualhigh

    Marty from Final Round Pinball Podcast designed the 2.0 rule set for Fathom Mermaid Edition

    Source: Slam Tilt Podcast hosts (credited in announcement)Episode 166 – Counting Ramps
  • opinionhigh

    Marty prefers John Borg's layout design philosophy based on his work across multiple games

    Source: Head to Head Pinball Episode 123Episode 123 – Xmas Cheer
  • factualhigh

    John Borg designed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

    Source: Head to Head Pinball Episode 123Episode 123 – Xmas Cheer
  • factualhigh

    Avengers dropped from #1 to #13 on Pinside Top 100 in one week due to review bombing

    Source: Head to Head Pinball Episode 123Episode 123 – Xmas Cheer
  • factualhigh

    Stranger Things has playfield geometry issues where the ball hits the top of the sling after orbits

    Source: Head to Head Pinball Episode 123Episode 123 – Xmas Cheer
  • opinionmedium

    All 2020 Stern releases (except Guns N' Roses) prioritize licensing complexity over gameplay feel and pacing

    Source: Head to Head Pinball Episode 123Episode 123 – Xmas Cheer
  • factualmedium

    Pastime Pinball Museum in Manchester, Vermont operates 50 games on free play

    Source: George, reporting information about museum ownerEpisode3: The Classic Pinball Podcast -Pintastic part 2