Post by: swinks on December 15, 2014, 05:17:09 PM
Post by: swinks on December 15, 2014, 05:18:57 PM
Post by: swinks on December 15, 2014, 05:21:36 PM
Dennis probably designed most of this until he ended his contract a few days ago, so we will see if it will change any. Heighway design and then played it digitally to get a few for the flow and then build.
Post by: pinsanity on December 15, 2014, 05:36:18 PM
Is Russell (SlamTilt) doing the digital versions swinks? He makes a lot of Future Pinball tables and mentioned a while ago on his blog he was contracted to create a Full Throttle version.
Post by: swinks on December 15, 2014, 06:52:08 PM
Post by: pinsanity on December 15, 2014, 07:04:59 PM
Looks like he is an employee now, not just a contractor.
http://heighwaypinball.com/?page_id=254
Post by: pinsanity on December 21, 2014, 01:30:53 PM
Post by: swinks on August 03, 2015, 06:04:24 PM
Post by: McKie1 on August 03, 2015, 06:32:19 PM
Post by: oldskool1969 on August 03, 2015, 06:42:05 PM
Looks very interestingextremely interesting! lots of fun there.
pity it is another licensed game ((( I wanted circies animal house , what ever happened to that?
Post by: Crashramp on August 03, 2015, 07:52:08 PM
Post by: Cursed on August 03, 2015, 08:05:35 PM
Also like any physical ball lock, hope the balls will be visible. &&
Looks like the space jockey wheel has gone though, shame.....
Post by: Cow Corner on August 07, 2015, 01:30:24 PM
Australian distributor for Heighway to be announced in a few weeks.
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Post by: swinks on August 07, 2015, 01:41:52 PM
Australian distributor for Heighway to be announced in a few weeks.
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yeah thats what they said 8 months ago, was supposed to be Wayne.
I don't like the coffee table SS surround personally but they have some good ideas and reckon this would be heavier than a WOZ
Post by: Cow Corner on August 07, 2015, 01:48:21 PM
Australian distributor for Heighway to be announced in a few weeks.
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yeah thats what they said 8 months ago, was supposed to be Wayne.
I don't like the coffee table SS surround personally but they have some good ideas and reckon this would be heavier than a WOZ
It's not Wayne.
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Post by: swinks on October 16, 2015, 09:23:17 PM
Post by: Crashramp on October 16, 2015, 09:31:13 PM
Post by: Caveoftreasures on October 16, 2015, 09:45:38 PM
That cab n head box design is very much like the Sega 1997 - 1998 and 1999 models with concave head box of back then but even they had full art on every inch of wood. Home collector market would want more artwork I would think ? Early days.
Post by: swinks on October 16, 2015, 09:49:43 PM
here is a video of the change out of the playfield and art
Post by: Caveoftreasures on October 16, 2015, 09:55:48 PM
I see where he is going with it and it is very futuristic and modern to look at, but maybe a 2nd Std cabinet version like Stern would be better for home collectors but this would put the design costs up too much per machine having a operator and home version in different hardware so why not a hybrid ?
Maybe keep the same cabinet design but offer full cab art for home market over n above the slide in slide out artwork on the current sides ? Slide in piece has artwork and the rest of cab side is now got decals added instead of staying black. Decals would not cost much for Heighway ?
Post by: Toads on October 17, 2015, 08:48:10 AM
Their still working on the LE artwork.
Post by: swinks on October 17, 2015, 09:23:14 AM
The pics mr swinks has just shown are the standard edition.
Their still working on the LE artwork.
I just posted some pics but yes did not state from what version - just nice to see some art
Post by: swinks on October 09, 2016, 07:47:23 AM
Optional Extras
Below is a list of upgrade options. Optional extras can be purchased up to one week prior to shipping of your game, and can be purchased online from 9.15pm on Thursday 13th October 2016 (prices will be listed on our website)
27” backbox LCD
Fibre Optic Lighting package
Blade EL Lighting system
Shaker Motor
Amber Rotating Beacon Topper
Non-reflective glass
Polished chrome trim package
Door to door shipping by Airfreight (7-10 days as opposed to 4-8weeks by sea)
Coin mechanism – single
Coin mechanism – double
+ more to follow
Post by: McKie1 on October 09, 2016, 09:35:05 AM
Post by: Pop Bumper Pete on October 09, 2016, 09:44:31 AM
from the picture of the playfield, the small LCD sticks out like a sore thumb,
the ramps should have been colored somehow, the Alien universe is dirty and worn, not shiny SS
the playfield art need to look more intergrated
and the less said about the backbox, the better
Post by: oldskool1969 on October 09, 2016, 09:57:03 AM
To break away from "THE NORM" is a bold move, but a very welcome one in my opinion.
Really looking forward to some more in-depth reviews and opinions.
Post by: Cow Corner on October 09, 2016, 09:59:15 AM
^^^
Post by: Mr Pinbologist on October 09, 2016, 10:34:48 AM
I too am looking forward to seeing a gameplay video!
Post by: Cursed on October 09, 2016, 11:30:52 AM
Intrigued by the alien head, interested to see that working. Coffee can like BTDK suits I guess.
Just a little disappointed with the left drain, originally a toy was going to be there. Now it just looks unfinshed to me.
Oh, and I am the same as most here I do not like the backbox. But for me it is just the shape, I want it to match all my other pins!
Post by: DSB on October 09, 2016, 09:56:56 PM
Wrong colour palette on the playfield for the title I reckon.
Post by: coon82 on October 09, 2016, 10:50:57 PM
Not a massive fan of the cabinet style or the topper but it may look better in person.
Looking forward to seeing videos of the game play!
Post by: GORGAR 1 on October 10, 2016, 05:34:05 AM
Post by: pinball god on October 10, 2016, 08:35:30 PM
Post by: swinks on October 14, 2016, 07:51:06 PM
Well done Heighway, though still not a huge fan of the cabinet.
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Post by: swinks on October 14, 2016, 07:55:49 PM
Post by: Cow Corner on October 14, 2016, 08:43:05 PM
This game really looks like the goods, I'm in! Keep pumping out these type of themes please...Blade Runner!
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Post by: coon82 on October 14, 2016, 09:59:33 PM
Well put together video. Thanks for posting Jady ^^^
Post by: Wiked on October 14, 2016, 10:03:49 PM
Good luck to all who buy it though.
Post by: Strangeways on October 14, 2016, 11:03:39 PM
Post by: swinks on October 15, 2016, 07:44:27 AM
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Post by: Retropin on October 15, 2016, 06:43:07 PM
Don't mind the look of it.Sleek modern design which is what's needed.. love the dual screens.
Hats off to Heighway, I reckon they have a winning recipe here.
Fix that stuck ball issue though..LOL
Post by: Cursed on October 15, 2016, 09:46:31 PM
Also hope they plan to cover the 'tongue' in something that looks like the alien's tongue. Also expected it to grab the ball quicker like the alien uses it in the movies.
Early days still though.
Post by: pinnies4me on October 16, 2016, 08:28:30 AM
Promo made it look a little stop/start, but the other vid showed that must not be as often as it seemed. Love the theme, be keen to play this one.
Post by: Cow Corner on October 16, 2016, 08:41:06 AM
Wahhhh, the cabinet won't look right in my line up.....
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Post by: swinks on October 16, 2016, 01:31:42 PM
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Post by: oldskool1969 on October 16, 2016, 03:52:01 PM
Post by: swinks on October 16, 2016, 04:12:11 PM
&^& wrong thread Dude %.%
dammm @.@
here is the one I meant to post, sorry about that folks %.%
Post by: swinks on October 26, 2016, 08:03:55 PM
Hi everyone,
Apologies for the radio silence - but we are just getting back to normal after Expo.
We have taken onboard any criticisms over the Expo period and reveal, and are working on a few key changes that can be implemented without delaying our production process.
Yes the production process has begun. Many parts have been ordered and some have already begun arriving. Production of the first games will be relatively slow - but this process will speed up dramatically as we get closer to Christmas.
Production of certain elements are happening now - the cabinets are virtually unchanged from Full Throttle - except for the EL blade panel recesses - and hence these can be built up first. Many sub assemblies will also be built in the coming weeks. This is how we can say that production has officially started. The more parts that are made now - the easier and quicker it will be finish the first games and get them shipped out to customers.
Part of this challenge is ramping up the production processes over the coming weeks to meet our target of producing 100 games a month by the end of this year. We have hired the necessary people with the knowledge and experience to make this happen.
We are significantly strengthening all areas of our company to meet the needs over the coming months. This includes extra personnel in all areas of the company. We know that there have been some delays in replying to customers over the last few weeks and for us, this is unacceptable. We will endeavour to deal with existing customers, and new enquiries, in a much faster manner in the coming days and weeks.
Many people have commented on the CPU and the need to upgrade it for existing Full Throttle owners. We chose the current Full Throttle CPU 2.5 years ago. It was a great CPU back then but 2.5 years is an eternity in the PC world.
As a company we want to constantly evolve our product and make it as new and relevant as possible. We tried to "cover all bases" in our original design concept, but inevitably some aspects of the system may need to be upgraded in the future. We could have kept the same CPU for Alien - but you, the customers, would suffer from not having the ultimate experience that we, the creators, can deliver to you now. So in choosing a new CPU, we have tried to make sure that it WON'T need changing over the next 2-3 years.
For existing customers, we will do our very best to look after them. It won't mean 'free' CPU upgrades, but it should mean substantial discounts for Full Throttle customers. When the time is right, we will announce such pricing and incentives.
Post by: Cow Corner on December 03, 2016, 07:21:32 PM
Every time I ask I get the same old tired reply........ any day now........fark them!
Post by: swinks on December 03, 2016, 08:07:07 PM
- forum has disappeared.
- won't formally announce a distributor in Australia.
- Dennis Nordman started the design of Alien then left for an unknown reason but reason apparently that Dennis believed it wouldn't hit a deadline release of around June 2015, but guessing there might be more to it.
- staff as of 3-12-16 (screenshot)
Post by: swinks on December 10, 2016, 08:04:04 PM
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Post by: Retropin on December 10, 2016, 08:18:32 PM
That flatbed printer is worth over $200K in Australia.. add the laser cutter etc and they have invested a ton of cash.
I REALLY like what Heighway are doing.. looks great, is innovative and the theme just kills.
Best manufacturer around I reckon
Post by: Crashramp on December 10, 2016, 09:20:10 PM
update video&feature=youtu.be&autoplay=1&rel=0&feature=youtu.be
Very impressive setup. I really want to play this machine.
Post by: GORGAR 1 on December 10, 2016, 09:50:30 PM
Post by: riverinapinball on December 11, 2016, 09:37:23 AM
I reckon there are some financial issues, a bit of staff turn around
- forum has disappeared.
- won't formally announce a distributor in Australia.
- Dennis Nordman started the design of Alien then left for an unknown reason but reason apparently that Dennis believed it wouldn't hit a deadline release of around June 2015, but guessing there might be more to it.
- staff as of 3-12-16 (screenshot)
They are nearly over the line with this project.
Financial issues maybe , but they are about to sell a ton of games. Should claw back some of the investment money.
If the games is a hit, will put them in good financial position.
This is just my opinion and my speculation no facts.
Post by: swinks on December 11, 2016, 03:26:33 PM
Post by: Strangeways on December 12, 2016, 09:37:42 AM
the game looks great but exercise caution in paying deposits / purchasing, wait for an Aus distributor and pay in a way that you are protected and ensure there is a guaranteed delivery date.
+1
Fantastic vidoe of the manufacturing process, but the fact there is no Aussie Distributor is frustrating. The playfield and gameplay looks really good. I STILL can't "get over" the headbox - It is the Achilles heels for me. Everything esle looks fantastic. Maybe if we could see a game "in the flesh" it would change my mind.
Post by: Crashramp on December 12, 2016, 03:57:49 PM
Post by: pinball god on December 12, 2016, 09:31:36 PM
Post by: GORGAR 1 on December 12, 2016, 09:39:43 PM
the game looks great but exercise caution in paying deposits / purchasing, wait for an Aus distributor and pay in a way that you are protected and ensure there is a guaranteed delivery date.
+1
Fantastic vidoe of the manufacturing process, but the fact there is no Aussie Distributor is frustrating. The playfield and gameplay looks really good. I STILL can't "get over" the headbox - It is the Achilles heels for me. Everything esle looks fantastic. Maybe if we could see a game "in the flesh" it would change my mind.
I don't like the head box either Nino-and after seeing it in person doesn't make it any prettier lol. Andrew did say they will most likely offer one with a standard HB in the future :) would it stop me buying one? NO
Post by: Retropin on December 12, 2016, 09:57:12 PM
Do you guys still have large computer monitors or old CRT televisions?,, Maybe your mobile phone has a handset with curly wire?
Post by: pinball god on December 12, 2016, 10:10:15 PM
Post by: Brunswick Brawler on December 13, 2016, 08:59:12 PM
the game looks great but exercise caution in paying deposits / purchasing, wait for an Aus distributor and pay in a way that you are protected and ensure there is a guaranteed delivery date.
+1
Fantastic vidoe of the manufacturing process, but the fact there is no Aussie Distributor is frustrating. The playfield and gameplay looks really good. I STILL can't "get over" the headbox - It is the Achilles heels for me. Everything esle looks fantastic. Maybe if we could see a game "in the flesh" it would change my mind.
I thought http://www.zax.com.au (ftp://http://www.zax.com.au) was the distributor. They had a Full Throttle there soon after release. No indications of it now on their website.
Post by: swinks on January 02, 2017, 07:56:42 AM
http://www.rs-pinball.at/alien-regelwerk/#lightbox%5Bauto_group1%5D/1/
Post by: swinks on January 19, 2017, 08:23:11 PM
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Post by: Crashramp on January 20, 2017, 10:42:58 AM
fresh video from Jonathon at the London show&feature=youtu.be&autoplay=1&rel=0
Great video but man that's a lot of LCD screens. I'll have to watch the rules link now to see what they all do.
Post by: Crashramp on January 20, 2017, 11:01:01 AM
rules explanation here
http://www.rs-pinball.at/alien-regelwerk/#lightbox%5Bauto_group1%5D/1/
Good info but a lot to take in, I think I just need to play it.
Post by: swinks on February 19, 2017, 08:18:21 AM
gameplay
Post by: GORGAR 1 on February 19, 2017, 01:19:48 PM
game is almost there
gameplay
Thx for sharing looks awesome-fun to play and love the screen graphics
