Galactic Tank Force is an original-themed pinball game by American Pinball, released in 2023-2024 with significant technical and commercial challenges. Originally priced at $17,500 for the Signature Edition, it has suffered from poor code quality, target defects, shooter lane switch issues, and underdeveloped gameplay despite featuring 5,000+ video clips. The game exemplifies American Pinball's production and quality control problems under previous ownership, though new ownership (as of early 2026) has prioritized code updates to address reliability issues and rebuild customer trust.
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Galactic Tank Force is 'terrible'
Galactic Tank Force Signature Edition originally sold for $17,500, now offered at $8,500
Galactic Tank Force Signature Edition will not sell well due to lack of consumer value
Galactic Tank Force completed full Indisc tournament after flipper coil work with Jim Belcido
American Pinball space-themed machine; second run of 150 units with improved sculpts and topper by Melvin Williams, shipping May/June 2026
American Pinball title; was nominated as most perfectly lit game of 2023 by players; features 5000+ video clips and tank-themed gameplay; subject of factory tour green screen studio work and prop creation.
American Pinball game featuring professional actors as character animations; theme involves tanks, cows, and ice cream
American Pinball's previous title; new ownership planning sculpted tank replacement (instead of 3D printed) and possible Lior tank involvement
Turner Pinball game; receiving code updates and topper
American Pinball 2023 game receiving code fixes, new topper, and tank sculpture improvements
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Galactic Tank Force had a mechanical defect where the tank and targets cause the ball to ricochet over the flipper
Galactic Tank Force dropped from 5th place to 27th place in monthly earnings
Galactic Tank Force is a terrible game unsuitable for tournament location use
Galactic Tank Force has ball-tracking issues in the trough caused by programming problems
Galactic Tank Force features visible 3D-printed toy components instead of injection-molded parts in production units
The game's final wizard mode is called 'Sunday' or 'Zulu' or 'Ice Cream Social'
Defeating all tanks, completing all modes and rankings is required to reach the final wizard mode
GTF has a mid-flipper stopper mechanism that occasionally saves balls
The machine is aesthetically appealing and attracts player attention in location settings
GTF features multiple magnets including left orbit magnet, top magnet, and underfield magnet beneath UFO
GTF has strong aesthetic visual design that makes people talk about the game
Galactic Tank Force is designed by Dennis Nordman
The game features a left orbit with magnet that qualifies a lock and then throws the ball into a star fighter launch
Completing all modes, rankings, and defeating all tanks leads to a final multiball or wizard mode (called 'Sunday' or 'Zulu' or 'ice cream social')
The game includes a 'nut detector' sonar mechanic that lights one random target per scan across the playfield
Galactic Tank Force is currently available for purchase through Flip N Out Pinball
Galactic Tank Force is fun and engaging enough to keep players coming back despite its difficulty
The game's lighting control and magnetic design make it a standout addition to a game room
GTF features magnet-based ball control as core mechanic with magnets positioned on left orbit, top-left, and under UFO
GTF ruleset includes tank defeat rankings, mission modes lit via right-side inserts, and meltdown multiball variant
Galactic Tank Force sold fewer than 500 units with dead hype
Galactic Tank Force has received criticism related to theme and gameplay
Galactic Tank Force has a design flaw where the central mechanism causes the ball to jump over flippers
Galactic Tank Force earned $967 in its first month at Ad Interium arcade location in Chicago
Galactic Tank Force has a stand-up target bending problem that requires a reinforcing bracket fix
Galactic Tank Force features a 'Cowabunga' mode with twerking cows on the LCD backglass
Galactic Tank Force has severely bent stand-up targets on early distributor units
Galactic Tank Force ball lock system causes balls to become stuck, requiring repeated glass removal during gameplay
The plunger/target between the flippers on Galactic Tank Force does not function as intended
The tank obstacle on Galactic Tank Force is positioned prominently on the playfield in a way that makes it nearly impossible for players to avoid
Physical ball locks on Galactic Tank Force can be disabled via the menu system and replaced with virtual ball locks
Galactic Tank Force will depreciate rapidly due to weak humor and novelty wear-off
The game's layout is dated and derivative, featuring only one real ramp, two orbits, three pop bumpers, and a center target.
GTF had 40-50 dealers/interested buyers ready to purchase based solely on tank imagery before extended reveal marketing destroyed that enthusiasm.
The game development and/or marketing took approximately two years before release.
GTF's mechanical reliability was compromised by missing brace plating on stand-up targets, causing ball launch issues and airball problems at conventions.
The Collector's Edition pricing with lenticular back glass and thermos at $4,000-$6,000 premium over LE was confusing and difficult to justify to customers.
Galactic Tank Force will cost between $12,000 and $13,000
American Pinball needs to manufacture a special crate to ship Galactic Tank Force
The cabinet is designed to resemble a tank shape when the head is folded down
American Pinball game, layout compared to Big Bang Bar with criticism of Professor Plotnik character
Recent pinball release; Kaneda has not had time to play it in NYC; cited as unavailable at NYC locations.
Micro Playfields game with sci-fi B-movie theme; features cow hanging from UFO; notable for plastic art
Stern game criticized for poor launch presentation and lack of interesting mechanics compared to Multimorphic offerings
American Pinball title with incomplete code (reportedly .8-.9 version); subject of relaunch strategy recommendations
Game that looked impressive on stream but disappointed host in person; illustrates remote viewing limitations
American Pinball's original-theme game with reported target durability issues and engineering concerns; LEs shipping imminently
American Pinball title with unsold inventory; priced for fire sale as Mukesh blocks Cuphead production until clearance
Referenced as game with low commercial appeal vs. original themes
Spooky Pinball's new release; has critical bugs (ball-tracking in trough, balls in coin box, flipper failures); unresponsive manufacturer support
Recent pinball game release discussed as having poor sales momentum despite celebrity endorsements (Iceman, Ferret); subject of Kaneda's critical commentary
Referenced for atomic shield mechanic that D&D's shield is compared to; ball would often jump over shield
Game experiencing significant manufacturing/quality issues; new units reportedly still in boxes at distributor due to problems
Jersey Jack Pinball game; Kaneda describes as sales failure; used as metaphor for quality issues
American Pinball release criticized for confused theming mixing tanks with cows and ice cream, poor editorial decisions
New release played at Pintastic; tank-themed; uses stand-up targets instead of drop targets; praised for fun factor but criticized for target design choice
American Pinball title; called 'Colossal Turd' by Kaneda, example of failed design decisions
American Pinball game; theme is 'save the ice cream'; features tank tread mechanisms; multiple trim levels; delayed from December to TPF; criticized for weak positioning and unoriginal IP appeal
American Pinball ranked #4; excessive themes and features; drop targets airball over flippers; poor rollout strategy; ambitious but poorly executed; campy sci-fi with dubstep music
American Pinball title with tank-treaded mechs; unreleased as of episode; planned reveal end of March; leaked playfield image in circulation
Upcoming original IP game by David Fix; Kaneda warns of market saturation making launch timing problematic
American Pinball game by Dennis Norman; pitched to Spooky (rejected), then approved by David Fix; Signature Edition priced at $17,500; criticized as 'utter garbage'
Upcoming original IP game by Dennis Nordman; artwork by Fran (Fran Totti implied); theme polarizes discussion; hosts skeptical of theme name
American Pinball title, target flexing issues unresolved despite 2-3 years development, production moved from May to June, distributors spamming sale ads with uncertain timelines
Original-themed pinball game by American Pinball, designed by Dennis Nordman, launched April 2023 with significant quality and design issues; priced $8,500-$17,500
Upcoming pinball game by David Fix; mentioned as competition to Foo Fighters; Kaneda has exclusive image to share with Patreon subscribers
Original-themed pinball game by American Pinball, recently shown at convention. Subject of extensive critical discussion regarding layout, presentation, pricing, and sales strategy.
American Pinball original IP title; produced in 250 Signature Edition and 500 regular variants; experiencing poor market reception; LEs unsold at ~$11,000 a month after announcement; Pinside thread described as 'dumpster fire'
Spooky Pinball game, quirky with actor integration, described as often broken on location but enjoyable when working
American Pinball release; discussed as potential victim of early 2023 release saturation; lacked strong marketing/license
American Pinball game with unique single-ramp layout; commercial underperformance; hosts debate whether AP pulled support too early or game deserved cancellation
American Pinball game; Craig thought it had potential but frustration with original theme preference limited its appeal
Original-themed pinball by American Pinball (2023-2024). Subject of this extended review. Host owns an LE (Signature Edition) and plays it frequently despite numerous flaws including poor 3D-printed components, design quirks (tank placement, thin cabinet legs), weak LED integration, and voice acting. Praised for striking visual design, clever rules/modes, effective use of magnets, and aesthetic appeal. Host considers it a 'certified winner' and guilty pleasure.
American Pinball premium; Signature Edition priced at $17,500 with minimal unboxing visibility
American Pinball game; LE at $11,000 (now ~$9,000), Signature Edition at $17,500 (now ~$14,000); low uptake from market
American Pinball title; Don dismisses as dead product; customers can justify purchase, non-buyers won't; secretive production, unclear delivery on top editions; quality issues
American Pinball title; criticized for extreme premium trim pricing ($6,000+ gap)
American Pinball game; discounted $500 off MSRP at Kingpin dealer for months without selling; cited as demand signal weakness
Referenced as example of poorly positioned pop bumpers (behind main obstacle); also mentioned alongside Galactic Battle Space Tank
American Pinball tank-themed game; features foldable turret design made from pop bumper caps; prototype developed in local operator's basement; criticized for weak marketing narrative
Arcade game priced at $7,500-$8,500; experiencing bendy stand-up target issues; earning well on location in Chicago
American Pinball game 6, revealed March 2023 at TPF; unclear story mixing space, ice cream, lunar cow, and Sonya Blade (Mortal Kombat 3); Christopher Frenchy art; story clarified on Pinball News podcast months later
Recent American Pinball title featuring robot tanks, UFOs, cows, absurdist animations (Cowabunga mode with twerking cows); Limited Edition $11,999+; Signature Edition higher; features moving target tank battles, magnet integration, pop bumpers
American Pinball release; Deluxe model at $8,995 includes ~$800 in standard upgrades; reviews polarized but praised for value engineering
American Pinball game (GTF); limited location availability; mechanical tank feature; subject of comparison vs. Scooby-Doo
American Pinball game featuring tank mechanism with bank of five stand-up targets; subject of Don's extensive critique on design flaws, mechanical issues, and company communication failures
American Pinball limited edition with tank treads accessory; recently trickling out to collectors
Modern pinball machine with latest code version available as new inbox unit at Reno Pinball Underground.
American Pinball's most recent game (revealed March 2023); original IP with limited distribution; claimed strong location earnings but sparse actual placement
American Pinball machine; Dan's recent acquisition; show game with 700-800 plays history; designed by Christopher Franchi; PC-based architecture with support issues
American Pinball release (GTF); part of 'Big Five' discussion
American Pinball game at Allentown; praised as 'pretty-looking' with actor animations; Dave did not play but observed interest
American Pinball title; in production; subject of vertical format gameplay video experiment on YouTube
Upcoming American Pinball machine; teaser trailer released day after Stern's Foo Fighters announcement; IP name only visible at bottom of screen
Comparison game mentioned as potential gameplay parallel; described as 'kind of terrible'; invoked by community members as worst-case scenario for Alice
American Pinball game released approximately one year prior; characterized as commercial failure with poor sales (~300 units estimated)
Pinball machine by Steve Bowden; referenced multiple times as example of rule complexity and design
American Pinball title with poor market reception; 100 'classic' stripped-down editions at $7,995 being released as inventory clearance
Original-themed American Pinball game; has faced criticism regarding theme integration and shooting mechanics; example of divisive original IP
American Pinball game; criticized for 3D-printed parts, air ball issues, and cheap construction; three-year development failure; ice cream and tanks theme
American Pinball title with engineering concerns; poor collector reception; limited edition and standard edition delayed in shipping
American Pinball game. Sales struggling; reportedly only 500 units ordered. Priced at $11-11.5k base, $17.5k LE version. Kaneda suggests $1.5-2k price cut needed.
American Pinball title with 10+ months in market; sales have flatlined according to Kaneda's reporting
American Pinball title; failing to sell; no new orders expected; represents company's poor market performance
Cited as competitive machine at half the price of James Bond 60th; used as value comparison.
American Pinball game with flipper positioning concerns and unclear production timeline
American Pinball title; $11,000 LE in tank cabinet; $17,500 Sig Ed predicted to lose ~$4,000 immediately; Jack Danger streaming gameplay
Deep Root title; rumored May production; characterized as 'weird' with ice cream/tank/FMV mashup; Kaneda skeptical on theme and gameplay appeal
American Pinball title; LE version depreciated from ~$11,000 new-in-box to $7,500 within one year, illustrating demand miscalculation.
American Pinball original IP designed by Dennis Nordman; launching against James Bond (4 days away at time of recording); competing with licensed IP; Kaneda skeptical of success.
American Pinball's newest release; features transforming tank mechanism, Christopher Franchi artwork, moving target, ball lock, between-flippers knob, priced at $19k USD
American Pinball release; Kaneda describes as mediocre with dead hype; allegedly sold fewer than 500 units
American Pinball release; subject of quality/documentation criticism in episode
American Pinball game in extended development; experiencing production delays and poor initial marketing; designed by Dennis Nordman
Pinball game; characterized as 'colossal failure' with minimal discussion needed
American Pinball release that failed commercially; sold only 200-300 units; left company with unsold 3D-printed tank parts, thermoses, and lunchboxes; contributing factor to company's financial crisis
Dennis Nordman game at American Pinball; cited as example of poor IP selection and market misalignment
American Pinball title; sales window closed per Kaneda; secondary market pricing declining (predicted $8-9K LE)
American Pinball's tank-themed game by Dennis Nordman; central focus of Kaneda's critique; alleged design flaws, poor sales, easily available on secondary market
American Pinball's latest release; criticized for weak reveal, unclear theme/identity, poor animation quality, wireform ramps, and premium pricing ($11k LE, $17.5k Signature)
Described as providing equivalent experience to Stern Pro; limited production volume; positioned as viable new game option
American Pinball machine available in Appleton area; Chris Craft criticizes gameplay despite aesthetic appeal, expresses desire for more free play testing
American Pinball machine; criticized as 'terrible' but discussed as potential cult classic
American Pinball original IP game releasing in four versions; features 5,000+ video clips and Scorebit integration; criticized for weak teaser marketing; launching after major competitor releases; plagued by timing miscalculation
American Pinball machine designed by Dennis Nordman with 1950s sci-fi campy ice cream theme and physical tank cabinet modification; pricing ~$9,000-$14,500; playfield leaked showing two-flipper layout with unique 'lucky break' drain switch mechanic
American Pinball title; mentioned for quality artwork by Christopher Franchi; used as contrast to Barry O's disjointed art; referenced for flipper power adjustments via software
American Pinball game; used as baseline for comparison with new unreleased American Pinball title; Don finds it less engaging
Christopher Franchi's first unlicensed/original-theme pinball game
American Pinball game; poor sales (~20 units) attributed to weak marketing and lack of thematic appeal
American Pinball tank-themed game; Kaneda predicts it won't succeed commercially
American Pinball game in development; features tanks, center scoop, mediocre animations per report
American Pinball game with poorly executed 3D printed components and visible fill lines; criticized for lacking proper finishing techniques
American Pinball game used as negative comparison point for Texas Chainsaw Massacre's superior thematic execution
American Pinball release priced at $16,000; poor sales performance cited as reason for pricing strategy shift
American Pinball title; featured at Pin Brew; beautiful artwork and aesthetics but shooter malfunction on both machines
American Pinball machine; hosts mentioned not receiving lunch kettles as promised merchandise
American Pinball machine subject of Cary Hardy's satirical video regarding airball issues
Game that Foghorn Leghorn mentions wanting to play again; referenced in context of acquisition and production discussions
American Pinball game; first game both Ryan and Pete worked on; featured in tutorial videos; subject of the viral 'driving tank' promotional stunt at conventions; emphasizes unique, experimental marketing
Vintage arcade/pinball-related product; hosts ordered lunchbox 17 years ago and never received it
Upcoming pinball machine from American Pinball, space/alien combat theme with multiball mechanics
Upcoming American Pinball machine, Game 5 in their lineup
Upcoming pinball machine by American Pinball with space/sci-fi theme
The pinball machine being documented; sci-fi military/space theme with cow/ice cream narrative
American Pinball machine criticized as terrible; called unsuitable for tournament location
American Pinball; $8,000-$10,000; features 3D-printed toys with visible print lines instead of injection-molded components; gameplay improved from last year
Announced pinball game; 2023 release
Multimorphic P3 game; George hopes to play at Texas Pinball Festival
Upcoming/future pinball game of interest to host for potential acquisition
American Pinball upcoming title; generates host's genuine interest and curiosity about gameplay execution
Spooky Pinball game; Don played with ball fix at recent show and found it ineffective
American Pinball title; weak sales; requires 500-unit sales to sustain operations; facing competition from incoming releases
Example of theme-driven sales failure despite attractive gameplay and production value
American Pinball release; Kaneda criticizes as underwhelming with weak sales; priced $8,500-$9,000; tank aesthetic criticized as visually awkward in game lineups
American Pinball title; subject of manufacturing concerns and sales disputes; features non-standard tank cabinet design
American Pinball original IP title with physical tank and turret mechanics; delayed reveal expected at Texas Pinball Festival; estimated $13,000 full tank edition, 150-250 units projected
American Pinball's upcoming game; subject of Antoinette contract dispute; Josh Kugler praised its design as 'loaded' and 'world under glass'; debuting at Texas Pinball Festival in March
Jersey Jack Pinball title; mentioned as underperforming in sales; part of pattern of weak JJP game performance
American Pinball's original-themed game; launched with controversial video; Signature Edition $17,500, Limited Edition $11,000; subject of severe critique
Pinball game (manufacturer unclear); Kaneda criticizes for shipping games with known issues unfixed; characterizes as mediocre theme; positioned as example of poor game selection
Upcoming American Pinball release; original IP; features tank-shaped cabinet; revealing Wednesday before Texas Pinball Festival; price predicted at $12,000-$13,000
American Pinball original theme criticized as poor marketing decision with zero consumer research; designer-driven, not market-driven
American Pinball game featured in Black Friday promotion; Kaneda criticizes as weak Christopher Franchi artwork and poor code execution
American Pinball title used as example of uninspired game that disappointed community expectations
American Pinball game criticized for mechanical weakness, design failure, and nearly bankrupting company; Dennis responsible; priced at $17,500
American Pinball original; unsold inventory blocking company from next releases per rumor
Referenced as recent release with limited mechanical toys; used as contrast to Jaws' feature-dense design
American Pinball title described as 'polarizing' and 'total trash'; distributors have heavy inventory; conflicting community opinions
American Pinball title designed by Dennis Nordman, Zofia Ryan, Christopher Franchi; criticized as total flop and dud
American Pinball game with weak humor/cringe factor, uncertain shipping timeline for tank editions, and Kaneda predicting rapid hype deterioration and market decline
American Pinball original-themed game; primary focus of criticism for airball design flaws, confusing marketing/music/theme coherence, lack of mechanical innovation, and expensive pricing with call-for-price Signature Edition ($17,500)
American Pinball title; game to be revealed in approximately one week; designed by David Fix and Dennis Nordman
American Pinball's signature edition game at $17,500; failed to sell; merchandise now being sold separately
American Pinball machine; mentioned as one of Hardy's wall-mounted playfields requiring additional LED lines
American Pinball Limited Edition machine being demonstrated; features magnet-based gameplay, mission system, tank rankings, and Dennis Nordman design
American Pinball original-themed machine being showcased; limited edition version; features magnet mechanics and Dennis Nordman design
American Pinball 2023 release; original theme; awarded best artwork; had worst launch with airball issues and poor reception
Pinball machine with added LED strips and modified playfield lighting
American Pinball game; subject of media controversy and initial quality issues; improved condition at Expo; motorized LE version shown on floor; cast present for signing
Pinball machine at TPF 2023; six units brought by manufacturer
Game that Cary played at Texas Pinball Festival; requires dedicated video discussion due to complexity
Newly released original-themed pinball game by American Pinball; subject of comprehensive critical review
American Pinball machine being streamed; features prominent tank obstacle, ball lock system failures, and non-functional plunger target between flippers; in production state despite mechanical issues
American Pinball title with documented mechanical, audio, and gameplay flow issues; centerpiece of Hardy's critique
Referenced as design comparison for target ricochet mechanics; Hardy contrasts D&D's safer target design
American Pinball game with poor sales reception and mechanical issues; only 31 Signature Edition units sold; over 150 Signature Editions remain unsold in inventory
American Pinball's upcoming game designed by Dennis Nordman and Paul Reno; features tin toy tank cabinet conversion, space tank battle mechanics, randomness-focused gameplay, video narrative with Empress Anoia character, and 3D animated content
American Pinball title mentioned as potentially underutilizing manufacturer's production capacity
American Pinball title; tied for fourth place in TPF poll at 8%; experiencing mechanical air ball issues from bent stand-ups
American Pinball game; newer title not selected for inaugural livestream; subject of speculation about production status
American Pinball original-theme game undergoing soft relaunch at Expo 2025 with live-action cast appearances; had target durability issues requiring production brace
American Pinball game in teaser phase; alien/tank theme; gameplay not yet publicly shown; positioned as summer/future release
American Pinball game; non-licensed title; trademark claim filed; generating hype despite lacking major IP
American Pinball trademarked unlicensed game title; USPTO serial 974-820-86; likely art retheme of same table as Galactic Star Force
American Pinball 2023 release; subject of litigation by Paul Reno over design payment; themed around tank/sci-fi; had better mechanical design than Barry O's but suffered from poor marketing and saturation timing
Upcoming American Pinball game with teaser campaign showing poor reception from Tony
Recently released game featuring Christopher Franchi artwork
Upcoming American Pinball game with tank-themed cabinet design featuring transforming mechanics
Upcoming American Pinball game featuring tank warfare theme with animated graphics and villain character; public reveal scheduled for Texas Pinball Festival March 2023
American Pinball's fifth game featuring space/tank theme with live-action cast and Star Wars references
American Pinball game in production; Signature and Limited Editions with special inclusions
American Pinball's fifth release, designed by Dennis Nordman and Paul Reno, featuring live-action actors and tank-shaped cabinet
American Pinball's most recent machine; cast appearing for meet-and-greet at Expo
American Pinball title; trademark lapsed; game still in active production
American Pinball Deluxe machine from 2023 in The Game Gallery lineup
American Pinball's newest game; manufacturing started spring 2024; experiencing slow production and quality issues coinciding with staff departures
American Pinball's game experiencing mechanical bracket issues that have now been remediated
New pinball game designed by Dennis Nordman for American Pinball, featuring a space/tank theme with innovative cabinet design
American Pinball game with reported mechanical issues (bending center targets, ball lock problems) now being addressed; performing well on location vs Foo Fighters
American Pinball's space-themed pinball game featuring retro-futuristic aesthetic, Model 375A Battle Tank, and cosmic enemies
New American Pinball game (two versions); debuting publicly at Pinfest
American Pinball game featuring live-action scenes with actors
New pinball game from American Pinball being showcased via gameplay stream
American Pinball title entering official production; debuted in extended gameplay stream
American Pinball pinball machine, subject of first major gameplay stream
American Pinball game; gameplay stream rumored on Deadflip
American Pinball game being promoted with tank-themed Limited Edition cabinet
American Pinball's new pinball machine; Limited Edition version unboxed and played for first time on video at TPF
American Pinball game on display at TPF 2023
New space/tank-themed pinball machine with live-action performances and conversion mechanism
New American Pinball title featuring tank conversion mechanics in premium tiers; tank artwork by Franchi noted in KB
Upcoming pinball machine by American Pinball with tank theme
Upcoming American Pinball machine; playfield image leaked/revealed at Women's World Championship
American Pinball's next pinball machine being officially revealed and launched
Upcoming American Pinball machine with unique cabinet design including motorized turret and LED tank treads; multiple trim levels; public debut planned for Texas Pinball Festival
Upcoming retro-futuristic themed pinball machine with tank theme
American Pinball game with upcoming trailer release planned
Upcoming American Pinball machine with retro-futuristic theme, designed by Dennis Nordman
Upcoming American Pinball game with Dennis Nordman layout; prototype complete; scheduled for Midwest Gaming Classic and Texas Pinball Festival reveal March 24; satirical tank-themed game with unique playfield layout
Rumored title for American Pinball's next machine; trademarked title
American Pinball title; Dennis Nordman design; Christopher Franchi art; expected to debut at TPF
American Pinball's rumored next game; designed by Dennis Nordman with art by Christopher Franchi; possibly showing at TPF
Rumored/upcoming American Pinball title with tank theme
Rumored American Pinball game potentially featuring tank-shaped cabinet design
American Pinball/Spooky Pinball game; second-highest gross earner but required significant refunds due to ball-tracking bugs; criticized for unreliability despite visual appeal
Upcoming American Pinball game arriving at Electric Bat in ~2 weeks; first unit in Arizona; artwork by Franchi; has MST3K feel; space battles and alien/cow/milkshake story
Newly trademarked potential American Pinball theme
American Pinball title; dropped from 5th to 27th place month-over-month; fell below Bally Eight Ball; subject of prior extensive podcast discussion; visually stunning but now experiencing poor player retention
Pinball game earning strong revenue at Electric Bat despite being called 'Galactic Jank Force' by hosts; ranked 5th in January earnings
American Pinball game; criticized for lack of reliability during streams; lacked passion from development team per David Fix
Stern Pinball machine with recent price drop to $6,400; underperforming earnings (~50 cents play) at Electric Bat; being sold to free storage space
Pinball in spring pipeline; not fully revealed; expected reveal next week
American Pinball's next game; officially confirmed via logo; reveal trailer possibly coming weekend/early next week; rumored to have more content than Scooby-Doo
Upcoming American Pinball title (rumored); layout/price unknown; Don questions release timing strategy versus Foo Fighters hype
American Pinball unannounced title with tank-tread cabinet design and live-action character elements; marketing positioning unclear
American Pinball machine; tank-themed with folding backglass and LED-trimmed cabinet; leaked playfield imagery; no price/date announced
Upcoming American Pinball release; production unknown; tank playfield mechanic; pre-FOMO building due to unknown edition size
American Pinball release; motorized tank with drive wheel; LED truck treads; story/code details vague; ice cream theme angle unclear
Unreleased American Pinball title (space/tank theme); releasing Wednesday; features tank mech, LED playfield lights, Vuks, wire forms; production uncertain; 150 tank versions rumored
American Pinball release; features UFO mech with cow, dubstep music, LED lighting, stand-up target airball issues requiring fix; Don viewing Deadflip stream with improved appreciation vs. initial reveal.
American Pinball release experiencing poor market reception; quality issues (shooter rod problems) and limited availability cited
American Pinball game; displayed at IAAPA as standard (non-Deluxe) version; no new information reported
American Pinball game with Pro/Deluxe/Signature Edition variants; Signature Edition priced at $16,000 for 200-unit limited run
Spooky Pinball game released March 2023 with Franchi art; Franchi owns signature edition; includes hidden Barlow character on playfield
American Pinball's flagship game; praised for gameplay complexity but criticized for distribution gaps and recurring mechanical/technical issues
American Pinball title with confusing marketing, $16k Signature Edition that included items later sold separately, utilized SAG actors and production flying for video shoots.
American Pinball game used as comparison for LED lighting intensity and design approach
American Pinball game in development; ice cream and galaxy-themed with tank combat mechanics and multiple multiball modes
Don compares the green plastic design elements in John Wick to Galactic Tank Force's aesthetic approach
American Pinball game; unverified rumor of 2,000 unit sales; subject of financial speculation
Upcoming American Pinball game designed by Dennis Nordman featuring unusual tank-themed physical modifications and wire-form playfield design
Spooky game with 62 reported Pinside sales (37 LE + 25 DE); hosts jokingly predict losses; compared unfavorably to higher-selling games like Godfather
American Pinball game; Signature Edition produced as 200 units; originally $15,000-$16,000 MSRP, now selling $7,000-$8,000; criticized for poor value-add and sticky shooter rod
American Pinball game; mentioned as part of Big Five discussion
American Pinball machine teased Saturday with minimal branding; official reveal scheduled for Tuesday; hosts confused by sparse identification in teaser
Recent release with severely bent stand-up targets on distributor units; has problematic tank impact mechanics causing airball issues; center saver mechanism doesn't reliably prevent drain
American Pinball game; design team featured on Slam Tilt podcast in August 2023; Jack Hager (art), Steve Bowden (programming), Dennis Nordman, Christopher Franchi have since left
American Pinball game that survived full tournament at Indisc; flipper coil work done with Jim Belcido consultation
American Pinball game available in Classic Edition ($7,995 with apparent font/pricing error), Deluxe Edition ($9,000); limited run of 100 units
Pinball machine with original/sketch art style by Christopher Franchi, played at Pintastic 2023
American Pinball's best-selling game to date; original theme with good mechs and light show; turned company profitable
American Pinball game with mechanical issues (tank/target ricochets); noted for good artwork/video assets but design shortcomings
American Pinball pinball machine; Signature Edition is premium limited variant announced here
Upcoming American Pinball game mentioned for future streams
American Pinball's original-themed game featured in livestream; demonstrates continued code updates and mechanical refinement post-launch
American Pinball title receiving AAH RGB lighting upgrade; comes standard with AAH lighting
American Pinball pinball machine; subject of promotional livestream with tank-themed gameplay, multi-ball modes, shield mechanics, and signature edition limited to 200 units featuring exclusive collectible packaging
American Pinball game requiring ball deflector and target support bracket reinforcement kits
American Pinball licensed game; ~50 units sold; poor sales performance cited as sign of company failure
Rumored next American Pinball release; non-licensed original theme; artwork/logo/theme preview coming September 24, full game expected several months later
American Pinball title; underperformed relative to expectations; lower sales than Keith Elwin's other titles
Pinball game at InDisc that served as test case for flipper durability solutions
Recent acquisition at Wormhole; unboxed and installed in late 2023; unique gameplay; JB close to billion-point score; currently being worked on by developers.
Original theme pinball game with design oddities and distribution problems; revealed March but experiencing production delays
Spooky Pinball campy 1960s ice cream theme; features motorless tank, stand-up targets causing significant airballs during testing; manufacturers addressing post issues
American Pinball's new game; features Mortal Kombat 3 characters; teaser shows four-person silhouettes; hosts joke about Voltron-style tank assembly
Pinball machine with expired trademark; cast will appear at Pinball Expo; trademark status uncertain whether renewed
American Pinball game featuring 1950s sci-fi tank-themed cabinet design with swinging UFO/cow target, central tank playfield toy, and video assets with actor performances. Available in Standard, Deluxe, and Limited Edition cabinet variants.
American Pinball's latest game in production; complex rule set explained in detailed video featuring design team; requires hands-on experience to fully understand
American Pinball title; Signature Edition limited to 200 units with special features; European debut at Dutch Pinball Open Expo; production continues through December
Upcoming American Pinball title teased for Texas Pinball Festival
American Pinball game; received code update end of August (details not disclosed in podcast)
American Pinball original IP release with story mode; no licensed IP; designed by Dennis Nordman
Recent American Pinball release; original (non-IP) theme; used as example of successful game; tournament-tested with new boards
American Pinball title; discounted from $16,000 to ~$12,500 at Expo; minimal foot traffic at booth
American Pinball title; Signature Edition MSRP $16,000 with thermos; ~80 units unsold in factory storage; criticized as poor value proposition and example of failed executive decision-making
American Pinball game; Neil notes it 'should have done better' and plays well with latest code.
American Pinball game; discussed as having reliability issues; recently improved through code updates; controversial reception in community
American Pinball's latest game; features 5,000+ video clips, picture-in-picture animations; has known shooter lane switch quality issue (missing threadlock); Signature Edition (200 units) planned completion before Christmas
American Pinball game receiving beta code updates; mentioned alongside Barry O's in production update
American Pinball game released at Texas Pinball Festival; had target quality issues that were identified and fixed
American Pinball release; suffered from target bending defects at launch despite prototype reliability; subject of Paul Reno co-design lawsuit
American Pinball release; subject of unusual summer holiday sale with irregular pricing signaling financial distress
Referenced by host as having Raven and Mad Dog characters; appears to be comparison to another pinball title
Pinball machine at venue with 3D custom topper; hosts note the topper design
American Pinball original-theme game; subject of review; extensively customized version owned by Rob
American Pinball title mentioned positively by Vincent
Legacy AP game designed under previous ownership; new owner prioritizing code update for it
Original-licensed game that received code update; Don mentions as example of designer pursuing original themes
American Pinball release; featured Chris Franchi art; criticized as underdeveloped; play-tested as 'WoW-less' with 3D-printed parts
Failed American Pinball release; $16k+ premium pricing; excessive merchandising tier (lunch box/thermos gating); 60+ units stacked unsold at factory; Don criticizes as design/pricing disaster
American Pinball title; new ownership prioritizing code completion as first strategic initiative and framework-building exercise for future titles
American Pinball game needing code completion; prioritized by new ownership for immediate finish to rebuild community trust and customer satisfaction
American Pinball game still in production; receiving code update priority
Example of game with unreliable code; not suitable for tournament play at Electric Bat
Original game attempting Captain Proton style gameplay; criticized for poor ball physics and design
Modern pinball game mentioned as example of Albert's tendency to get initially excited about releases despite poor reception
Norman title (implied designer); Kaneda dismisses as unsuccessful modern game by underperforming designer
American Pinball game; originally $17,500 SE, now ~$8,500; poor code quality; inventory bottleneck preventing new American Pinball titles
American Pinball legacy title being remade using existing parts; Signature Edition originally $17,500, now ~$7,000; example of FOMO marketing failure
2023 American Pinball release; suffered early production clunkiness similar to Dialed In's market perception issues