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SDTM revives 'This or That' segment comparing pinball machines and sharing collector preferences.
Guns N' Roses LE is described as 'a total package' with superior shots and gameplay feel compared to Stern's TMNT Pro and Avengers Pro
high confidence · Hosts Zach and Greg consistently choose GNR LE in multiple comparisons, citing its shot design and overall cohesiveness
Stranger Things code/gameplay has improved significantly and is now highly regarded despite earlier criticism
high confidence · Zach states 'stranger things may be one of my favorite games in a long time' citing Chris Mann's similar opinion; describes it as a strong game winning out over other competitors
Rick and Morty is 'clunky' but still has merit because 'it shines' in certain areas despite design flaws
high confidence · Multiple references to Rick and Morty having flaws (scoop issues) but still being enjoyable to play; described as 'got its flaws but it's f*** rick and morty'
Stranger Things LE has Telekinesis function issues on Stern's implementation ('my freaking telekinesis still doesn't work thanks stern')
medium confidence · Chris Mann quoted expressing frustration with Stranger Things telekinesis mechanic not functioning properly
Jersey Jack's Dialed In has poor theme/art but excellent gameplay mechanics and should be remade with better cosmetics
high confidence · Zach states theme is 'so horrific' but 'so good' and suggests JJP should remake it with updated artwork using existing parts to potentially 'double the sales'
“Guns and Roses L.E or do I go Rick and Morty by Spooky Pinball... I'll go against quantities, more shots, better shots... my hands aren't down no but I'll go Guns now.”
Greg@ 5:41 — Establishes Greg's preference for GNR's shot design and overall package over Rick and Morty despite quantity argument
“Stranger things may be one of my favorite games in a long time”
Chris Mann (quoted by hosts)@ 15:53 — Third-party validation of Stranger Things' quality, used by Zach to support his preference for it over Rick and Morty
“Rick and Morty is clunky and Stranger Things sucks... I'm passing up the game of the year maybe.”
Greg@ 15:36 — Acknowledgment that community sentiment may clash with his choice, shows awareness of debate around game quality
“It's got its flaws but man where it shines it is like you're close to the sun, that's how that's how bright it shines.”
Greg (referencing Chris Mann's Rick and Morty description)@ 16:45 — Poetic description of Rick and Morty's high points despite acknowledged flaws
“Dialed In is so horrific... but it's so good... Jersey Jack should take that dialed in and all the parts you got, everything's there the design is there everything's there, it's not gonna cost you much more money and you're probably going to double the sales.”
Zach@ 19:45 — Suggests JJP could improve Dialed In with cosmetic upgrade without redesign, indicating untapped potential
“I would do a one pin on that [Jurassic Park Pro]... Jurassic Park Premium because it is the superior game... it's got the loop that actually goes to the flipper and it's got drop-down targets.”
community_signal: Show receiving active viewer participation with themed submissions and acknowledgment of industry figures submitting questions
high · Multiple named viewer submissions (Dakota Mike, Jacob Lanke, David Dennis); Chris Mann quoted; industry anonymous source submitted drunk-vs-high question
sentiment_shift: Community sentiment on TMNT appears to be cooling after initial enthusiasm, with 'people fading' on it despite strong code by Dwight
medium · Zach: 'people were really high up on it and now they're fading'; Greg: 'it's clicking good with me now... because i trust you'; hosts own all three newest Sterns despite hedging
competitive_signal: Guns N' Roses LE establishing itself as premium collector standard against Stern's multi-tier Pro/Premium/LE strategy
high · GNR LE chosen in 4+ direct comparisons against Stern Pro and Premium versions; hosts cite superior shot design and overall 'package'
design_philosophy: Jersey Jack's Dialed In has significant cosmetic/theme execution issues that mask strong underlying gameplay design
high · Zach: 'theme is so horrific... but it's so good'; suggests JJP could 'double the sales' by remixing cosmetics while keeping existing parts/design
rumor_hype: Avengers Pro gaining positive reception and recognition as superior shooter to TMNT despite early skepticism
medium · Hosts initially uncertain about Avengers, later agree it shoots 'buttery smooth' and is 'beautiful'; Zach picks it in quantity-over-quality decision
positive(0.78)— Hosts express genuine enthusiasm for recent releases and collector choices. Minor frustrations noted (Stranger Things telekinesis bug, Jurassic Park difficulty, Rick and Morty clunkiness) but overall tone is celebratory of pinball hobby and community. Friendly banter and camaraderie throughout.
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Greg@ 20:18 — Specifies mechanical differences between JP Pro and Premium that justify the upgrade choice
“Lord of the Rings or Stranger Things... it's got to be lower the rings does it but it's made me stop and think... 99 of the people is going to sit there and go strange things.”
Zach@ 22:57 — Indicates Stranger Things' widespread appeal vs. LOTR's complexity/difficulty for typical players
“Theater Magic is great but give me three games on it and I've beat it and I'm done... Fun House over Theater Magic.”
Greg@ 24:24 — Expresses preference for replayability and deeper code over theme aesthetics
“I would lick a flipper button to hang out with you... not only would I lick it I would... I would do that to hang out with you.”
Zach@ 29:18 — Humorous finale showing hosts' friendship and willingness to endure absurd challenges for companionship
market_signal: Rick and Morty acknowledged as having design flaws (clunky mechanics, scoop issues) limiting its appeal relative to newer alternatives
high · Greg: 'Rick and Morty's clunky'; Zach: 'Rick and Morty's clunky and Stranger Things sucks... I'm passing up the game of the year maybe'; scoop issues mentioned multiple times
personnel_signal: Dwight (likely Dwight Codes) associated with TMNT code design; hosts trust his work despite game not clicking universally
high · Greg: 'I love dwight and i love board... that's why i haven't ruled it out'; indicates designer reputation influences collecting decisions
product_strategy: Premium vs. Pro tier differentiation exemplified by Deadpool (Premium has loop-to-flipper shot and drop targets absent on Pro)
high · Greg: 'Deadpool premium because it is the superior game... it's got the loop that actually goes to the flipper and it's got drop-down targets'
product_concern: Stranger Things LE has non-functional Telekinesis mechanic on Stern implementation
medium · Chris Mann quoted: 'my freaking telekinesis still doesn't work thanks stern'; Zach responds 'I don't get it how does that even happen'
sentiment_shift: Stranger Things pinball reception improving significantly; hosts and credible industry source (Chris Mann) now ranking it highly despite earlier criticisms
high · Zach: 'Stranger Things may be one of my favorite games in a long time... I'm tired of f***ing with it [as a complaint]'; described as beating Rick and Morty in multiple comparisons