New Run Total Nuclear Annihilation Pinball Will Come Loaded With Extras

Knapp Arcade·article·analyzed·Jul 11, 2022

Analysis

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TL;DR

TNA getting production re-run with factory-installed mods, new LCD screen, and updated code.

Summary

Scott Denise discussed an upcoming re-run of Total Nuclear Annihilation (TNA) on the Loser Kid Pinball Podcast, revealing that new units will come pre-installed with popular aftermarket mods (fluorescent protectors, lit drop targets, upgraded Shoot Again) and feature Spooky's new flip-down LCD screen from Rick and Morty machines. Updated code is in development with potential additions like another multiball, though Denise is undecided. Production volume will depend on Spooky's schedule, with Denise hoping TNA becomes Spooky's best-selling game overall.

Key Claims

New TNA run will include factory-installed aftermarket mods (fluorescent protectors, lit drop targets, upgraded Shoot Again LEDs)
high confidence · Scott Denise stated on Loser Kid Pinball Podcast that new machines come from factory with these pre-installed modifications
New TNA machines will feature Spooky's flip-down LCD screen used in Rick and Morty machines
high confidence · Scott Denise explicitly mentioned LCD screen implementation in new run
Scott Denise is developing updated code for TNA with minor changes, considering adding another multiball
high confidence · Scott stated he is working on updated code and is 'on the fence' about additional multiball
Scott hopes TNA becomes Spooky Pinball's best-selling game ever (exceeding combined 1,750 units of Halloween and Ultraman)
high confidence · Scott Denise expressed desire for TNA to exceed previous Spooky titles in total production
Production volume for new TNA run is not yet determined and depends on Spooky's production schedule
high confidence · Scott stated 'he doesn't know how many will be run because that's entirely up to Spooky and its production schedule'

Notable Quotes

“The new machines really aren't going to be TNA 2.0. It's more another run of the game with some addons.”
Scott Denise @ Loser Kid Pinball Podcast Ep. 88 — Clarifies expectations: this is not a major overhaul but a re-release with enhancements
“he is really on the fence about whether to include it [another multiball]”
Scott Denise (paraphrased) @ Loser Kid Pinball Podcast Ep. 88 — Shows ongoing design decision-making for updated code, community input may influence final decision

Entities

Scott DenisepersonTotal Nuclear Annihilation (TNA)gameSpooky PinballcompanyLoser Kid Pinball Podcastorganization Rick and Mortygame Pinball ExpoeventFlippin the Script on AutismeventStern Pinballcompany

Signals

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community_signal: Major charity event bringing together multiple competing manufacturers (Stern, JJP, American, Multimorphic, CGC, Haggis, Lit Frames) in collaborative fundraising for autism awareness
high · Flippin the Script on Autism event at Pinball Expo with donations from competing manufacturers
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market_signal: Spooky committing to another production run of TNA, signaling strong market demand and confidence in title's commercial viability
high · Full re-run announced with factory enhancements and updated code; Scott hopes it becomes Spooky's best-selling game
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product_strategy: New TNA run incorporating previously aftermarket-only modifications as factory-installed features, raising baseline quality and reducing post-purchase customization requirements
high · New machines come 'straight from the Spooky factory' with fluorescent protectors, lit drop targets, and upgraded Shoot Again already installed
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product_strategy: Scott Denise actively developing code updates for TNA with potential for additional multiball feature; community input may influence final implementation
high · Scott is 'working on updated code for the game with some minor changes' and is 'on the fence' about another multiball
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technology_signal: Integration of flip-down LCD screen (technology from Rick and Morty) into TNA re-run, demonstrating Spooky's adoption of modular screen hardware across product line
high · Scott stated new TNA will have 'the company's new flip-down LCD screen that it used in Rick and Morty machines'

Topics

TNA Production Re-run and Factory EnhancementsprimaryCode Updates and Gameplay ChangesprimaryHardware Integration (LCD Screen Technology)primaryAftermarket Modifications Becoming Factory StandardsecondaryProduction Volume and Business AspirationssecondaryCharity Event and Industry Community Supportsecondary

Sentiment

positive(0.85)— Enthusiastic reporting on TNA re-run improvements and factory enhancements. Positive framing of Scott Denise's design approach. Community-focused messaging with emphasis on charity event supporting autism awareness.

Transcript

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The pinball designer / DJ / musician / sound engineer, basically jack of all trades Scott Danesi appeared as a guest on the latest episode of the always excellent Loserkid Pinball Podcast. The interview contained a lot of great information on the much talked about upcoming re-run of Scott and Spooky Pinball's popular Total Nuclear Annihilation (TNA) pinball machine. First and foremost, the new machines really aren't going to be TNA 2.0. It's more another run of the game with some addons. The new TNAs will coms straight from the Spooky factory with a number of the cool aftermarket mods that people have been tricking their machines out with already installed, including the gorgeous fluorescent green plastic protectors, lit translucent drop targets and an upgraded "Shoot Again" with additional LEDs, to name a few. The game is going to be produced in traditional TNA cabinets, but it will have the company's new flip-down LCD screen that it used in Rick and Morty machines. In addition to these physical changes, Scott stated that he is working on updated code for the game with some minor changes. He has been considering adding another multiball TNA, but he is really on the fence about whether to include it. As far as how many units will be made in the upcoming run goes, Scott hopes that TNA becomes Spooky pinball's best selling game ever. I believe that he means that he'd like to see the total number of TNAs produced exceed the combined 1,750 total of Halloweens and Ultramans (or would that be Ultramen Hmmmmm lol). Ultimately though, he doesn't know how many will be run because that's entirely up to Spooky and its production schedule. Here's a link to the Loserkid interview. It's great. Make sure to give it a listen: https://soundcloud.com/loserkidpinballpodcast/ep-88-pick-your-jelly-belly-with-scott-danesi?fbclid=IwAR1-Ip8g5dmQDXkq9uEfQBTjsEu90EWSw81csqMgTtoFRsKPlDEj3eYPwSk Make sure to keep an eye out for the big Loserkid 12-hour charity stream event, "Flippin the Script on Autism" to be held in conjunction with The Pinball Network and The Poorman's Pinball Podcast at Pinball Expo in Chicago on Thursday October 20th. Tons of companies, including Stern, JJP, American, Multimorphic, CGC, Haggis, Lit Frames, Flip N Out, The Pinball Company and even I are donating products that will be auctioned off and given away during the event.