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TCM

gameactive8 mentionsFirst seen Oct 12, 2024Last seen Mar 14, 2026

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TCM is a Spooky Pinball title, likely referring to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, that served as a significant reference point in the company's design evolution. The game is noted for its complex and interesting playfield layouts with sophisticated ball paths, representing a step in Spooky's progression toward more intricate mechanical design. TCM influenced subsequent Spooky titles including Evil Dead and informed the design philosophy later applied to Beetlejuice, particularly regarding flow mechanics and playfield complexity.

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  • Pinball game mentioned as being played at the event

    Don’s Pinball Podcast is live!Mar 14, 2026
  • Spooky Pinball title (The Texas Chain Saw Massacre); Don's favorite Spooky game; mentioned for October polish run

    Don's Pinball Podcast Sunday Livestream 8/31/25Sep 1, 2025
  • Texas Chain Saw Massacre pinball by Spooky Pinball; receiving new 'Family' mode code update

    TCM The Family ModeOct 12, 2024
  • Texas Chain Saw Massacre pinball by Spooky Pinball, compared as more 'hardcore' than Evil Dead which is described as more accessible

    Evil Dead Pinball LivestreamDec 13, 2024
  • Spooky game; layout used as basis for Evil Dead; represents step in Spooky's design progression

    Patreon episode #198Jul 12, 2025
  • Reference game for interesting playfield layouts with cool ball paths; contrasted with Beetlejuice's more accessible approach

    Enzo x Don’s Pinball Podcast – DEEP DIVE into Spooky’s BEETLEJUICE Pinball! 🍎🪲Nov 18, 2025

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Previous Spooky title; referenced for flow mechanics design approach

We Are Pinball Beetlejuice Launch Interview Episode! #49Nov 14, 2025
  • Spooky Pinball title (The Texas Chain Saw Massacre implied); collaborative design; noted as surpassing America's Most Haunted for some players

    Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep21 - Beetlejuice Brains & Spooky Pinball Logic from BugDec 2, 2025