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Aussie Pinball Forums => General Discussion => General Pinball Discussion => Topic started by: swinks on August 27, 2014, 02:18:22 PM
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It was rumored that Stern was going to release their next pin this Friday but it looks like another promoter got the jump on Stern. The QR code directs to a valid but not available link as yet.
For me, pass but sure it will make some people happy.
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Just posted on sterns Facebook page.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/26/7ae19cbf792aa96e7c83b47e52749f01.jpg)
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Not my cup of tea but I'm sure there will be plenty who like it.
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Been done. ()
Plus this one has video modes, something I'm sure Stern will omit.
(http://punkandlizard.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/The-Walking-Dead-Pinball-Skyview.jpg)
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Nice to see a horror theme for a change. Interested to see what they do with it.
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Yeh.. nice change of direction. Monster games are always more fun!
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Sweet!
I'm looking forward to this one as I'm a big fan of the comics and the TV series, so win win for me.
Just have to hope it's a good game.
Lots of drop targets maybe, to simulate knocking down the walkers?
Please Stern, don't stuff this one up. :)
Watch this space http://www.sternpinball.com/games/the-walking-dead/pro# (http://www.sternpinball.com/games/the-walking-dead/pro#)
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Watch this space http://www.sternpinball.com/games/the-walking-dead/pro# (http://www.sternpinball.com/games/the-walking-dead/pro#)
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Sounds like a new display on the way dude? You would love this. Zombies
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Sounds like a new display on the way dude? You would love this. Zombies
Hellz yeah! #*#
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Been done. ()
Plus this one has video modes, something I'm sure Stern will omit.
(http://punkandlizard.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/The-Walking-Dead-Pinball-Skyview.jpg)
What has this image got to do with the stern release???nothing it is just taking the piss out of everything.mmm
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Yeh.. nice change of direction. Monster games are always more fun!
There's the rub. If Stern had just done it as a generic zombie themed pin and sold it on gameplay design and code they would have a surefire TIMELESS winner.
As it is, they are dating it right from the beginning by linking it to the current hot TV show du jour - a'la CSI/24.
I do hope this title succeeds, but I want Stern to be able to build a pin with innovation and design so radical that it will still be talked about/desired in 10+ years time.
The possibility of a new display type does sound very promising though. ^^^
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Very pleased with the theme and I'm looking forward to the artwork package. Hopefully, this will be Trudeau's design. If it is, I'd be very interested.
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I haven't gotten into the show but I like the theme. I'm looking forward to seeing what they come up with on this one.
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Very pleased with the theme and I'm looking forward to the artwork package. Hopefully, this will be Trudeau's design. If it is, I'd be very interested.
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It is a Borg design with Lyman code.
It is a perfect theme for pinball and could be one of the best games ever if done right, lets hope Stern do it justice.
Fingers Crossed!
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Very pleased with the theme and I'm looking forward to the artwork package. Hopefully, this will be Trudeau's design. If it is, I'd be very interested.
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It is a Borg design with Lyman code.
It is a perfect theme for pinball and could be one of the best games ever if done right, lets hope Stern do it justice.
Fingers Crossed!
Wow and look what these two did with Metallica :-) an amazing game. I said I wouldn't buy another pinball gee Stern stop making great games lol
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Borg is my favourite designer and I feel he is underrated. If the artwork is comic book based, it will sell well. Its easier for a game to sell well when following a game that didn't sell well, in this case Walking dead is following Mustang.
I loved X-men, and felt that its sales weren't great as it followed the high selling ACDC, so unnecessarily judged harshly.
There should be so much that can be done with this theme, that I'd say it will be an excellent game.
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Could be interesting ,pretty keen to see the Playfield and artwork .
Graphics on DMD should good ,so much material there .
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I hope they go with hand drawn art.
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I hope they go with hand drawn art.
Doubt it very much... Metallica was hand drawn because the band insisted that DD did the artwork... id be willing to place money on cut and paste graphics with heads of the TV characters centre stage between the flippers
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Yep this is the candidate for photoshop galore. Too much time and money getting likeness agreements from actors and the studio. Not impossible, but not in Stern's style.
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Yep this is the candidate for photoshop galore. Too much time and money getting likeness agreements from actors and the studio. Not impossible, but not in Stern's style.
I love the TV series. But I can't stand looking at photoshop actors on games. Maybe we'll see something creative this time, would be nice if a TV theme was coupled with decent artwork.
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Yep this is the candidate for photoshop galore. Too much time and money getting likeness agreements from actors and the studio. Not impossible, but not in Stern's style.
I love the TV series. But I can't stand looking at photoshop actors on games. Maybe we'll see something creative this time, would be nice if a TV theme was coupled with decent artwork.
Agreed.. the actors faces always look really lame. Not sure how anyone could live with a CSI in their line up...LOl- my worst pin would have Nicholas Cage on the BG, what a nightmare that would be!
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This will be a home run. Stern keeps picking winners. Star Trek was excellent, mustang is way cool and now the walking dead. Can it get any better. Go stern. Hope to have all three titles just mentioned added to the collection once family law court is over. Yipee. Who thinks walking dead will be a big seller? Anyone wanting it already if its a good package based on theme alone. I want one. Feed the addiction.....feed the addiction...does collecting pinnys ever get boring....NOPE. Lol
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For those who are not aware, The Walking Dead is an Image Comics comic book series as well as an AMC TV series. Looking at the first photo posted in this thread, the pin is almost certainly based on the TV series (note "AMC" on the top left hand corner).
Here is an indication of how good the pin could look if it was based on the comic book series.
(http://collider.com/wp-content/uploads/walking-dead-comic.jpg)
http://collider.com/wp-content/uploads/walking-dead-comic.jpg (http://collider.com/wp-content/uploads/walking-dead-comic.jpg)
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Yep this is the candidate for photoshop galore. Too much time and money getting likeness agreements from actors and the studio. Not impossible, but not in Stern's style.
I love the TV series. But I can't stand looking at photoshop actors on games. Maybe we'll see something creative this time, would be nice if a TV theme was coupled with decent artwork.
Yeah I agree "pinnies4me" actors on pinball is shit man lol
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/29/33dc72c2b21dee95a70a056853401c3d.jpg)
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I think this will get added to the line up our whole family love the walking dead. I won't go an LE this time ill wait and see it first. And I hope it's comic style photoshop sucks
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I hate photoshop graphics and some actor depictions but T2 translite was ok. Demo man and shadow were tragic.
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well photos are out and some cool features and I think they might have stepped up this time.
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couple more
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Looks good to me and a possible breakaway from the usual Stern recipe./.... nice open pops with free release.. not too cluttered and no Photoshopped actors faces between the flippers!
Title will do well I reckon
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Looks great and some very cool features :-) some big names attached also.
Art:Stephen Jensen, Greg Freres, Kevin O'Connor, Steve Martin
Programming: Lyman Sheats Jr., Tanio Klyce, Mike Kyzivat
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Impressive. I love the artwork. After a bomb like Mustang, it needs to be !
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I like the look of that, the artwork looks pretty cool from those pics and it seems like an interesting playfield.
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Looks like someone threw up on the play field to me, how the hell are you meant to see the ball amongst that technicolor yawn? Really not sure about this one. I hope it looks good on the FLESH! Ha ha ha
At least the premium models have a frickin lazer cannon.
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LE pics up as well now.
http://www.sternpinball.com/games/the-walking-dead/le
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I want the Walking Dead Pro model. This game will be a KILLER. Just love the theme. Blood red looks cool everywhere. Dot matrix and audio on this title will be very special and so unique. I want one. Order going in very soon. Well done Stern. Glad its mix of cartoon and real shots from the show on playfield and cabinet art etc. Reckon it will be a great pin, even in ten years. Yipeeee.
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Good to see ya up and about Brett!
Looks good, prefer the Pro cab artwork myself.
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Looks good so far, the LE in particular looks very nice indeed. I wonder if the prison does anything other than open to reveal that zombie head?
Keen to see some video.
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I haven't watched the shows and not really into zombies etc but definitely some interesting layout design there.
This what they posted on Facebook
Stern Pinball Brings The Walking Dead To Life
World’s Leading Maker of Arcade-Quality Pinball Games Announces Pro and Limited Edition Versions of The Walking Dead
MELROSE PARK, IL – September 9, 2014 – Stern Pinball, Inc., the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball games, announced today the availability of its Pro and Limited Edition models of AMC’s The Walking Dead pinball machine. Inspired by the hugely popular AMC drama, the newest Stern game brings the hit series to life on the pinball playfield.
AMC’s The Walking Dead, the most watched series among Adults 18-49, is based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics. The drama tells the story of the months and years after a zombie apocalypse. Stern’s The Walking Dead pinball features everything fans would want in a flesh-eating pinball world. Players fight to survive the zombie apocalypse alongside series icon, Sheriff Rick Grimes, by battling zombies and completing various game missions. The game includes multiple zombie toys for adrenalin-filled zombie battles at familiar locations from the show such as the Prison and Cell Block C. A brilliant high-definition zombie-filled art package heightens the player’s excitement.
The Limited Edition (LE) version of the game offers unique special effects such as a fish tank with illuminated sculpted zombie heads and a motorized crossbow assembly that allows players to launch the ball anywhere in the game. The LE mirrored back glass with exclusive art adds to the dynamic pinball experience.
“The Walking Dead story has captured the intrigue of audiences for years – from the popular comic books to the hit TV series. We are thrilled to serve such a passionate fan base and to bring this game to pinball fans,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball.
Pricing and Availability:
Pro Model: $5,995 (MSRP)
Limited Edition Model: $8,595 (MSRP)
About The Walking Dead
The Walking Dead returns for its fifth season on Sunday, October 12 at 9pm ET/PT on AMC. Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics the series tells the story of the months and years after a zombie apocalypse and follows a group of survivors, led by sheriff Rick Grimes, who travel in
search of a safe and secure home. The Walking Dead stars Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan, Chandler Riggs, Melissa McBride, Emily Kinney, Danai Gurira, Chad L. Coleman, Sonequa Martin-Green, Michael Cudlitz and Lawrence Gilliard, Jr. The Walking Dead is executive produced by Showrunner Scott M. Gimple, Robert Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd, Greg Nicotero, David Alpert and Tom Luse.
About Stern Pinball, Inc.
Stern Pinball, Inc., headquartered just outside Chicago, Illinois, is the oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball games in the world. Stern’s highly talented creative and technical teams design, engineer and manufacture a full line of popular pinball games, merchandise and accessories. Recent Stern titles include The Walking Dead, Mustang, Star Trek, Metallica, The Avengers, X-Men, AC/DC, Tron, Transformers, Avatar, Iron Man, Batman, Spiderman and many more! All of Stern’s pinball games are crafted by hand and assembled by Stern’s expert team. Both pinball enthusiasts and casual players around the globe enjoy Stern’s games. For more information, please visit www.sternpinball.com.
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here are a few more pics
- I think the LE fish bowl heads
- unique feed in lane
- star roll overs - when was the last time they were used???
- flip up ramp feature like in Mustang, Creature and probably a few others to access zombie attacks underneath ??
Credit Dot did a little article as well
http://creditdotpinball.com/2014/09/09/news-stern-walks-with-the-dead-announces-the-walking-dead/
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I'm VERY impressed. The theme is awesome, the artwork looks cool and I'm hoping the gameplay reflects the package.
Such a shame there is SFA promotion in Victoria or at least a demo to play. The price for the AUS LE is just over $10K @@^
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Yeah, I get to Melbourne far more often than I do Sydney these days. Will await the inevitable ssiting at the Peacock Inn for my first game on this one.
If I had a never ending coin supply, would be all over this. Maybe a new slogan is due: Pinball. I can't catch them all.
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0nly 2 models
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Yeah i think it is only the two models which sucks I really don't need another limited edition workbench but like the extra bits. Anyone know who the Vic distributor is these days?
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^^^ seems like the LE's the one to buy with all the fruit :-)
Not 100% sure Dan but I think Zax amusements in Port Melbourne are the Vic distributors.
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http://www.polygon.com/2014/9/9/6123717/the-walking-dead-is-getting-a-real-pinball-machine-it-uses-a-crossbow
no actor voice work will be used on the game
along with 6 games by Stern in the next 15 months, not sure if that is new releases, remakes etc
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Not quite Mettalica but a very nice result for Stern in the artwork stakes. Thank heavens their Photoshop license expired before this one! :)
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Not quite Mettalica but a very nice result for Stern in the artwork stakes. Thank heavens their Photoshop license expired before this one! :)
Ha ha!! Yes - you have to rent it by the year now. Even Stern must consider this a rip off!
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I hope they go with hand drawn art.
Doubt it very much... Metallica was hand drawn because the band insisted that DD did the artwork... id be willing to place money on cut and paste graphics with heads of the TV characters centre stage between the flippers
Humble pie Mr Retro?
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Yep this is the candidate for photoshop galore. Too much time and money getting likeness agreements from actors and the studio. Not impossible, but not in Stern's style.
I love the TV series. But I can't stand looking at photoshop actors on games. Maybe we'll see something creative this time, would be nice if a TV theme was coupled with decent artwork.
So creative enough for you?
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$.$I hope they go with hand drawn art.
Doubt it very much... Metallica was hand drawn because the band insisted that DD did the artwork... id be willing to place money on cut and paste graphics with heads of the TV characters centre stage between the flippers
Humble pie Mr Retro?
Don't be stupid... even the most hardened Stern fans are glad is the comic book version.
Mind you.. didn't hear you willing to put money against me..LOL
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$.$I hope they go with hand drawn art.
Doubt it very much... Metallica was hand drawn because the band insisted that DD did the artwork... id be willing to place money on cut and paste graphics with heads of the TV characters centre stage between the flippers
Humble pie Mr Retro?
Don't be stupid... even the most hardened Stern fans are glad is the comic book version.
Mind you.. didn't hear you willing to put money against me..LOL
Ha ha and no I don't gamble :-)
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Yep this is the candidate for photoshop galore. Too much time and money getting likeness agreements from actors and the studio. Not impossible, but not in Stern's style.
I love the TV series. But I can't stand looking at photoshop actors on games. Maybe we'll see something creative this time, would be nice if a TV theme was coupled with decent artwork.
So creative enough for you?
Why yes it is!
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some hi res photos here
http://arstechnica.com/gaming/2014/09/got-bit-fever-hit-the-walking-dead-pinball-shambles-into-game-rooms/#image-7
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I really like the star rollovers and how they come into play, read the instructtion card. To shoot at the opening on the right to the shooter lane is ingenious.
Can't beat a good skill shot and this is a unique, cool one. This alone has me interested.
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Yeah i think it is only the two models which sucks I really don't need another limited edition workbench but like the extra bits. Anyone know who the Vic distributor is these days?
Yes, Zax on Ingles St Port Melbourne are the Victorian distributor.
My guess is that once the LEs sell out, Stern will then announce the Premiums. Kind of makes sense to cover situations like Avengers where you can still get a NIB LE today. Holding off on the premiums will push some people to getting the LE. But you would kick yourself if you bought an LE even though you would have taken a premium, only to find that premiums are announced after the LEs sell out. But without knowing what Stern's plans are, it is a risk to assume that premiums will be made and potentially have all the LE sold out on you.
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I know a buyer in Melbourne that has bought an LE ^^^ I'm happy to be able to see the game in person, and play the machine. This is a very rare occurrence !
Hopefully, AMD / Stern will realize that their Marketing is horrendous (in Australia), and they should be promoting the hell out of this title. This title should be a Comicon and all the other nerdy conventions. This game will certainly test the pockets of those waiting for the MMr and Hobbit. I like the way Stern have gone from poor artwork (photoshop), to excellent illustrated artwork that is far superior to Hobbit and arguably, MMr.
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This titles getting snapped up fast and there looks to be a few LE's coming to Melbourne. There must be premiums on the drawing board :-)
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This titles getting snapped up fast and there looks to be a few LE's coming to Melbourne. There must be premiums on the drawing board :-)
Im not surprised. Credit where credit is due. From what ive seen so far, Stern have hit a bullseye here
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I know a buyer in Melbourne that has bought an LE ^^^ I'm happy to be able to see the game in person, and play the machine. This is a very rare occurrence !
The bonus for your buyer in Melbourne is they remodeled some of the toys from his likeness ,makes him famous <.>
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Would prefer to try before buying, Hopefully a Premium Etd is penciled in ()
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I know a buyer in Melbourne that has bought an LE ^^^ I'm happy to be able to see the game in person, and play the machine. This is a very rare occurrence !
The bonus for your buyer in Melbourne is they remodeled some of the toys from his likeness ,makes him famous <.>
bet thats not the only pic of Gibo doing a little head in "C" Block
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What's a great topper for The Walking Dead pinball.
A copy of Ricks large hand gun, a samurai sword, a zombie head, or something else way cool.
Anyone else got any topper ideas for this title.
Is a fish tank with three zombie heads going too far. Lol
Any topper ideas ?
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laseriffic is doing this creepy one
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What's a great topper for The Walking Dead pinball.
A copy of Ricks large hand gun, a samurai sword, a zombie head, or something else way cool.
Anyone else got any topper ideas for this title.
Is a fish tank with three zombie heads going too far. Lol
Any topper ideas ?
Hey Brett,
If I got a WD Pro, I'd be throwing this on top or getting the Season 3 fish tank set.
Cheers!
Adam.
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laseriffic is doing this creepy one
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That looks great, those guys do some cool stuff.
Seriously considering one. :)
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A fish tank from the pet shop and three zombie heads from the markets where there is a really cool horror mask n head shop would be a cool topper. Add a few waterproof LEDs and get the heads to talk. Lol
That would be the bees knees topper for sure. The Walking Dead pinny is going to be sooo dam cool.
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laseriffic is doing this creepy one
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That looks great, those guys do some cool stuff.
Seriously considering one. :)
Looks excellent as well. Add a few LEDs or a few spotlights focused on it. Would be good if the eyes flashed or something. But it looks great that topper. Either that topper or a fish tank etc, you can't lose. Anyone else got some more ideas. The aftermarket mods for this machine should be varied and many.
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mod wise:
- reckon for the pro a lcd screen in the top rhs corner to display heads in a tank as well as footage from the show (though I won't do this)
- not sure yet what the barn is doing but the roof reminds me of the AC/DC cannon - wouldn't mind doing a 3d modelled roof - hide those rivets etc
Otherwise a bit going on this game and you don't want the machine to get tacky with 101 zombie models….
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I will be using this as my topper on mine,will add a game controlled flasher to the light
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That's awesome Gibo. :)
Is it a garden gnome type thing?
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Thanks to Adam for letting me know that I was one of the 3 winners of a Stern Walking Dead Pro translite. I needed some luck this week to take my mind off the family law court crap. Thanks to Jody Dakenberg from Stern and all the Stern staff. The translite will look excellent on the wall before the Pro gets here later in the year. Those Stern Facebook competitions are a great way to win excellent Stern merchandise. Thanks again Adam for the heads up. Legend member for emailing me about the competition.
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Haha i thought the name sounded familiar when i read it on the facebook page. Well done Brett!
Speaking of translites...........only joking mate!
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Thanks to Adam for letting me know that I was one of the 3 winners of a Stern Walking Dead Pro translite. I needed some luck this week to take my mind off the family law court crap. Thanks to Jody Dakenberg from Stern and all the Stern staff. The translite will look excellent on the wall before the Pro gets here later in the year. Those Stern Facebook competitions are a great way to win excellent Stern merchandise. Thanks again Adam for the heads up. Legend member for emailing me about the competition.
Hey Brett,
No worries and congrats once again. I think you're the third Aussie I know that has won a Stern Facebook comp. Good to see we're included!
Cheers!
Adam.
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I have a large number of brand new NOS translites that I have to find amongst some machines and will be selling any excess stock at less than cost just to move them on to other people's games rooms where they will look better than in my archive stores. I will list what's avail very soon. Also, if u have a Stern translite that you are wanting to purchase, pls drop me a PM or email etc. I successfully ordered in and sold close to 100 NOS signed translites last time round and all members were extremely happy and everyone paid in full which was great. If u want a translite, any title, just ask me for a signed or unsigned translite straight from Stern and the Stern designers table.
Otherwise, keep flipping.
Brett/Cavey
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No character callouts from the show apparently. No rick, gov, merle, michone, daryl etc etc.
WTF! @.@
This makes no sense at all if it is confirmed to be true.
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AMD apparently brought in one TWD pro which arrived yesterday and rumour is it will be at Pinfest next weekend in Newcastle.
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AMD apparently brought in one TWD pro which arrived yesterday and rumour is it will be at Pinfest next weekend in Newcastle.
Still waiting on code?
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AMD apparently brought in one TWD pro which arrived yesterday and rumour is it will be at Pinfest next weekend in Newcastle.
Still waiting on code?
I suppose they have a week at least for that to be organised and emailed, better than waiting for code and then shipping as it would miss the show….
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some photos from AMD and it will be at next weeks Pinfest
3rd photo is a shot of the star roll overs
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Looks like those roll overs are going to make a big come back ()
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Thanks for the great photos.
Hey, just noticed the detail on the right side of the head box. Noticed for the first time the chain mail fence detail. Hadn't noticed it before. Also, starting to see a lot of extra fine detail in the playfield art. I like the small detail like the blades of green grass etc. Some of the cool colours reminded me of some of the playfield colours on Sterns previous offering, Big Buck Hunter. If you ever saw one of those machines up close and personal, the playfield colours were also vivid and just beautiful.
Is it just me, or have the total numbers of machines at Pinfest declined. Only 50 ish machines. Thought there would have been three times that for the door entry prices ?
Back to The Walking Dead, this machine just keeps getting better. Think this one will be even better in person. Well done to AMD and staff for top work as usual. Exciting title ahead.
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some video here
http://www.facebook.com/pinballmagazine
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AMD has one? Hopefully they'll be a PAX again this year so I check it out in the rotting flesh ;)
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slightly better video, early code, see some dots - game at a dutch event
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That is a better video but it would still be good to see and hear real live at AMD. That ST next to it just screams with an amazing light show and my eyes keep going to that gorgeous blue machine.
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Looks ok so far *%* we need to see a decent player on the table NOT Gary lol but it is early on and can't wait for LE video
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Yuk and pass.
Can't believe the head of the company is such a shite awful player.
*%*
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this video must be from the Aus delivered one as you can hear the game, slow player and ball gets hung up at the pops
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Yuk and pass.
Can't believe the head of the company is such a shite awful player.
*%*
Gotta agree the more videos I see the more I'm thinking no thanks-definately a play first game then decide but having said that we haven't seen the LE yet
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Yeh... looks disappointing. Shame really.. Stern finally make a machine that I reckon could be the goods and it looks oh so slow!
I thought the pops were open when I first saw the game, but that ball really struggles to get free and flow to the game... its still a controlled release by the looks of that video..
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The zombie/blob looking thing should have been a popup(s?) hidden beneath the playfield. It just blocks the flow of the ball.
Stern do themselves no favours by allowing such an incomplete game codewise to hit the streets.
This is the "final" product that the general public will be playing at Newy in 3 days time? @@^ The video is from Luke's youtube channel so it must be.
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The zombie/blob looking thing should have been a popup(s?) hidden beneath the playfield. It just blocks the flow of the ball.
Stern do themselves no favours by allowing such an incomplete game codewise to hit the streets.
This is the "final" product that the general public will be playing at Newy in 3 days time? @@^ The video is from Luke's youtube channel so it must be.
Even Luke said its just "ok"
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The zombie/blob looking thing should have been a popup(s?) hidden beneath the playfield. It just blocks the flow of the ball.
Stern do themselves no favours by allowing such an incomplete game codewise to hit the streets.
This is the "final" product that the general public will be playing at Newy in 3 days time? @@^ The video is from Luke's youtube channel so it must be.
Even Luke said its just "ok"
I agree.. same as CV Ringmaster. Stern seem to get bogged down with a recipe they have... its another Hulk figure done as a zombie.. enclosed pops etc.
Maybe we need to see a video that shows someone being able to shoot the ramps/ loops?
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Personally I'm really disappointed with the prison I expected more maybe the LE does that? In time we will find out. It does seem slow and yes that fat bash toy seems pointless. Man all this negativity from a stern fan boy lol
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Personally I'm really disappointed with the prison I expected more maybe the LE does that? In time we will find out. It does seem slow and yes that fat bash toy seems pointless. Man all this negativity from a stern fan boy lol
I don't see it as negativity.. I see it as an appraisal given what we've seen so far
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That vid looks a bit better... how often/ hard do you have to bash that monkey to get it to spill its guts?
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Much much better video, love the ramps and really looking forward to seeing how the roll overs come into play!
onya for posting Dude ^^^
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That vid looks a bit better... how often/ hard do you have to bash that monkey to get it to spill its guts?
Bash the monkey lol I first read it as "spank the monkey" haha I think it only spills its guts on the LE.
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The bash toy on X Men is a cool feature and a really fun shot to make when lit. You don't get much time which is why its fun cause it can be a challenge to get that exact shot when u need to make it happen quickly. John Borg has designed X Men ofcourse and I reckon the shot/bash toy on The Walking Dead will be great fun cause bashing a ugly fat zombie bastard seems good sport to me.
I think any negative thoughts about the game will probably dissapear once you get to play the machine and feel the whole package. X Men is a excellent machine with its cool shots and bash toy. I reckon our new zombie pinball will turn out to be a fun n enjoyable title as well. I am really looking forward to this title. On looks alone its KILLER.
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Just watched the video again.... Seems nice n fast to me.
I am a huge Stern fan and this title ticks all the boxes just on looks n theme to me so I will just spend the $$ and buy without playing. Not everyone's way of doing things but I really enjoy the brand new sterns so I will take the punt. I actually like John Borgs designs even more than Steve Ritchies, which are great as well, so being a Borgy title, sells me cause I have a lot of Johns titles. Buying BNIB is like opening a magic box for the first ever game. Something people get addicted to with new Sterns. Anyway, early days. Time will tell how popular this title will be. I am hearing a lot of people have placed orders in both Aust and USA. Soon see what the feedback is from people who buy the zombie killer silver ball etc....
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I am a huge fan of the comics and the show and I am a huge fan of zombies, in particular Romero's work.
I should be very excited and I know it is early days but I am not feeling this at all.
This game looks more like a generic zombie theme than a true reflection of TWD.
Gameplay looks slow and ordinary except for the returns on the ramps. Agree with the ball getting hung up in the pops way too much.... ((( I could mow the bloody lawn waiting for the ball.
Is there a full orbit shot on this game? It looks like they both feed the pops.
First Borg game in quite a while with out a scoop, not that it matters to me.... just found it interesting.
The dots are tacky and look nothing like the comics.
Still waiting to hear a decent audio track.
Geez I hope they don't stuff Jaws up next year, but odds are I will probably need a bigger boat for an even bigger anchor.
Pass.
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You do make a good point about the ball time with the pop bumpers.
An example of long pop bumper time is ACDC by Steve Ritchie.
It does have good scoring opportunities if u like to play a game that way.
Some days I really like long pop times and other days I don't. One thing I will say is that the noise and excitement/crazy fastness of Sterns Super Pops are that they can add a degree of excitement to a game, espescially the loud noise for players or people watching a game.
I have always felt that Stern has always built the fastest and loudest pops out of all game builders. When Stern was Sega, they used to call them SUPER POPS because they were just crazily powerful n loud. If u have played a Sega with the curved back box you will know what I mean. Starship Troopers is a example, excellent pops.
Wouldn't mind hearing what members feel about pop bumpers on any DMD pinny and what's liked or disliked on the new games. Will new/more programming and fine tuning on the zombie pinny make gameplay extra faster etc ?
Good thread.
Who likes the red PRO cabinet art. Thought blood red was a good match.
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Just noticed on video, alot of , or perhaps every ? Led on the playfield is bright white. Hard to tell from the angle, but not many of the inserts on the playfield are red or blue or green ? Maybe a mod could be to personalise the PRO by adding some different colour LEDS to the playfield. I know the LE model has tri-coloured LEDs ( green red blue) but the Pro seems to have a lot of bright white. To early to tell if it looks fine or not when lights are both off or on when playing a game..... ? Maybe bright white looks better with the playfield having ALOT of brown colours? Maybe coloured LEDs in inserts might look funny against brown.... First thing I will have to check out more closely ...
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That vid looks a bit better... how often/ hard do you have to bash that monkey to get it to spill its guts?
Bash the monkey lol I first read it as "spank the monkey" haha I think it only spills its guts on the LE.
So its a really big figurine that stops the ball and has no other function?.... I don't get it !@# !@# and if its not going to tilt back and spew guts I see no point in it being there.
It is a very large for something that does nothing...
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That vid looks a bit better... how often/ hard do you have to bash that monkey to get it to spill its guts?
Bash the monkey lol I first read it as "spank the monkey" haha I think it only spills its guts on the LE.
So its a really big figurine that stops the ball and has no other function?.... I don't get it !@# !@# and if its not going to tilt back and spew guts I see no point in it being there.
It is a very large for something that does nothing...
I agree, very much like the wolverine on x men. It's already nickname the wellverine
here are some dots
http://vimeo.com/107044492
Norbert has it sited at Coogee diggers - more vids here
https://www.facebook.com/PinballHQ
there is a better gameplay video there
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Just enjoyed watching the new video focused just on the DMD, I did enjoy the dots gotta love zombies eating humans and Zombies getting there heads sliced off nice ^^^ as far as pops go I]m a huge fan of pops always have just the frantic action of them close together! to me pinball has to have pop bumpers. I think there is a full orbit shot from the left side and the ball travels through the pops back to the right flipper(I think) Again I really disappointed about the prison as in not doing alot-again it has very basic code and I said after waiting 8 months for ST code and 8 months for Metallica code I'd never buy NIB again.
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The Wolverine bash toy on X Men has a magnet in front of the bash toy which can attract the ball and realise the ball is there. I am not sure if the game has a sensor or not or if the magnet just senses the ball. The Walking Dead bash toy will have same magnet/sensor to recognise scoring etc.
The bash toy is a lot of fun on a pinny cause of the time challenge and the shot is fun to go for.
Reckon the Walking Dead will be great once code is updated. Early days but theme still attracting a lot of people.
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Just watched the dot matrix video.
VERY COOL..... Man, the dots on this are so clear and first class.
Zombie stuff is so great and there are so many zombie variations.
If it's this good with first code, it's going to be amazing when finished.
I am off to search YouTube for more videos etc.
Anyone got any news or feedback out of the USA pinny collectors about the Walking Dead pinny ?
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Anyone got any news or feedback out of the USA pinny collectors about the Walking Dead pinny ?
it seems on TWD is in Europe and Aus, it will be going out to customers in the US around the 10th of Oct. It will be at Pinfest this weekend so expect more videos I reckon.
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Here's a video made in Sydney
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It's not fun if you watch someone trap EVERY FIRKIN BALL, need a novice playin it as more exciting to watch.
The guy didn't even utilise the very cool roll overs and kept plunging into the never ending pops? WTF, this looks like a very cool skill to master.
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People trapping all the time is boring to me. Fast n wild n placing shots on the run makes for a much faster n fun'er game.
Scoring for points is a bit boring, I reckon the world championships should exclude trapping, focus more on scoring by timing who can keep the ball in play the longest without trapping and it would make for fast n wild games. The skill of keeping a ball go the longest without traps, whilst getting multiball and keeping things sizzling along makes it more interesting.
Is pinball about repetitive shots n scoring, or is it about keeping the ball going the longest whilst getting massive amounts of great shots by playing wild n fast n going crazy.... Each to their own I guess.
Does anyone have a mate who slaps the shit out of the flipper buttons.... That drives me nuts and can be a big turnoff. Lol
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Here's another from the same guy-Yeah I hate the way these guys play to I think this guys in the top 5 players in Australia, but a least we get to see some game play $#$
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And the Hitler video funny stuff.
http://youtu.be/xc5nLYI3v4Y
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And the Hitler video funny stuff.
http://youtu.be/xc5nLYI3v4Y
Classic!!
"How many different ways can you put a worthless bash toy on a playfield?"
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And the Hitler video funny stuff.
http://youtu.be/xc5nLYI3v4Y
Very well done and says it all really doesn't it?
Could have been a screamer of a game given the title... turned out to be woefully short of that
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And the Hitler video funny stuff.
http://youtu.be/xc5nLYI3v4Y
Very well done and says it all really doesn't it?
Could have been a screamer of a game given the title... turned out to be woefully short of that
Yeah unfortunately it has fell well short- I heard of two people that have cancelled there LE orders. I'm glad I went with Star Trek LE and didn't wait for the walking dead.
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Stern suck.
*%*
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And the Hitler video funny stuff.
http://youtu.be/xc5nLYI3v4Y
Very well done and says it all really doesn't it?
Could have been a screamer of a game given the title... turned out to be woefully short of that
Yeah unfortunately it has fell well short- I heard of two people that have cancelled there LE orders. I'm glad I went with Star Trek LE and didn't wait for the walking dead.
Same here, Star Trek LE is a beautiful machine and has smooth fast flow. In the video even the ST Pro looks and sounds light years ahead of TWD. Having said that, it would be fair to play TWD in person as videos can be very misleading as you can no get the feel of the machine. Avengers is an example of poor sales and baggings but adjusted properly, a great machine for a casual bash.
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Agree, u can't make a negative call on any new machine til u play it.... Some people will bash stern no matter what they make cause they never have been or ever will be in the brand new DMD market ever.....
It does get old quickly when people condemn something without playing it...
Yes STar trek is a beautiful pinny in both pro and LE, but I think The Walking Dead will appeal to some on theme alone.
If every machine in your collection played the same it would get very boring real quick.
The fact some are fast and wild and some are slower n more difficult makes for a varied collection to keep u interested.
Of the 40 something DMD machines I have spent my hard eart dollars on, it's the varied looks, art, audio , theme and gameplay that makes them worth keeping.
I don't have a zombie pin for example, so no matter how the new Stern plays, it will be a great acquisition.
Being so different makes it attractive to ME. The great thing about Brand new Sterns is that you have three or four models per year to chose from. If u don't like this years models , there is always next year !
All pinball machines are fun. Never played one which wasn't.
Perhaps some people will change their mind when they play the model ?
Either way, I will still buy on theme alone. I would never cancel my order cause someone else has.
Probably make some more excited thinking they now won't miss out.....
I am a blatant Stern fan.... Just can't help it. Just like Borgy and Ritchie too much to walk away. Lol
Anyway. When I get mine, anyone is welcome to call past n try mine out. Worse case scenario is I fill u full of beer and jim beam and a few Gold Coast naughty girls. By the time u leave, u won't even remember the game. Lol
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here is a review by a kid that is a Walking Dead fan, I wish pinballs cost what he thinks they are worth %.% at 45 seconds. Nice panning shot of the playfield thought.
utoplay=1&rel=0
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Had two friends in the USA and 1 mate in Aust place orders for The Walking Dead.
Good news whenever anybody adds a BNIB to the collection. One friend has ordered the LE and the others the Pro.
Watched the dot matrix video again and gee it looks good. So many ways to kill zombies, very cool.
Does anyone know someone who is buying a TWD machine or anyone on here seriously considering it ?
My brand new TWDead translite should be here any day from the USA. Will take some good close ups the moment it arrives for you guys. The detail should be stunning. Reds n blacks n whites n greys to name a few. Hoping it is better in person which is usually the way. Should have some brand new TWDead pinball flyers with it as well. I ordered some and got a yes, no probs from stateside. Stay tuned.
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Yeah, I've put my deposit down for an LE.
I actually like the look of the pro cabinet better though.
Love the comics and the show, so had to be done. :)
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Congratulations. Well done. Don't forget the photos down the track.
I received my Walking Dead pinball flyer in the mail today. Awesome.
Any day now the translite will be arriving from the USA.
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This might sound fun n strange at the same time to any of you who are dads and have kids.
My 5 year old son loves watching The Walking Dead with me and although I was against him seeing zombies etc, his mum had watched it with him a lot before I knew and he wasn't scared of the zombies but more excited to see the crew on the movie running them over etc.
So like his mum, and totally unlike me, he likes scary stuff and doesn't get scared during the night when he goes to bed etc. I don't mind shows like The Walking Dead but I hate all other really scary suspense movies, they really freak me out and I do wake up with nightmares etc.
Anyway, I was getting to the fact that my son asks me where the zombies are at night times. He asks how come we never see any around our house at night or when we are driving at night. Even though I told him its only a TV show, he says that's boring and he still wants to find some and run them over for fun. So I told him I know a special place where they hang around. I told him they only ever wait at shopping centres of a night time. (Waiting for women who spend up big on their husbands credit cards I should have thrown in for the fun of it.lol)
I chose the shopping centre for a few good reasons.
Firstly, all quiet at night and no one around. I can drive around the shopping centre a bit crazy and not break any road rules. And here comes the convenient and well placed speed humps galore..... I drive over a speed bump and tell Hunter that I just ran over a zombie. He gets excited and laughs and has a jolly good old time thinking we just have run over zombies. Its a simple trick but we have lots of fun doing it. Lol
After about ten speed humps (now flattened zombies) we head home with Hunter declaring the suburb is safe until our next mission. We stopped on the side of the road and there was a garbage bin all messed up and spread all over the place. Hunter declared that the zombies were hungry and had done it. We were just about to drive off and Hunter started calling out Zombie Zombie. There's a zombie in the bush.
I got out the torch and to my surprise there was a kangaroo staring at us from apx 10 metres away. It scared the hell out of me cause its eyes lit up bright in the torch. For a few seconds I almost forgot zombies weren't real.
Anyway, I told my son were buying a new zombie pinball. He was very happy, then went sad. I said what's wrong, he said "we are still going to drive around and kill zombies aren't we daddy"....
I said yes ofcourse. So I am wondering who is going to enjoy Sterns new pinny more, me or my five year old son..... L
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Mirror blades with a red tinge on them would be a good addition.
Even stickers as big as and shaped like mirror blades with excellent matching zombie artwork on them would be a cool addition.
Someone with talents on Photoshop or some other art program might be able to sell some sets as a mod and might make some $$ doing these.
Any thoughts, anyone thinking of designing these side wall artwork ???
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Mirror blades with a red tinge on them would be a good addition.
Even stickers as big as and shaped like mirror blades with excellent matching zombie artwork on them would be a cool addition.
Someone with talents on Photoshop or some other art program might be able to sell some sets as a mod and might make some $$ doing these.
Any thoughts, anyone thinking of designing these side wall artwork ???
head to Facebook and look up Pinball Mods - side graphics already in first draft and the same guy did a tron set of mirror blades with graphics.
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Looks like this one will not be as big as Stern were expecting...... *)*
TBL reveal has pushed pinball to the next level and Stern will feel the brunt of this.
Buyers dropping LE pre orders after seeing the game is a bad sign and pros drastically over-priced here that a 2k hit on opening the box is standard. Stern games are falling behind big time, no one wants to wait 18 months or more for code to be complete anymore and hope that they like it.
No one wants to pay top dollar for half baked titles with shite toys that do nothing from stern anymore.
The game is changing.
DP, JJP...even homepin if it gets his shit together will bury this joke of a company.
Hahaha.
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There seems to be a shift of buyers commitment to the machine in the last two weeks. Not sure exactly why (code or lack of character voices ?). some cancelled orders - which may happen with any title or manufacturer (just ask JJP).
The idea of "try before you buy" needs to be seriously addressed by Stern / AMD. There's not one Mustang in Melbourne and obviously not one TWD yet. I think that Stern need to address this IMMEDIATELY and release games with completed code. I know it is a "dead horse" - but TWD SHOULD be a hit.
I find it almost amusing that the only way you can buy a Stern is to buy pre order. I'd like to know the sales figures with pre orders VS games sold "off the floor". There's NO "floor" in Melbourne. I can't send "car nuts" to try a Mustang, so they buy a Corvette pinball instead. Stern / AMD need to sort out their sales model.
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There seems to be a shift of buyers commitment to the machine in the last two weeks. Not sure exactly why (code or lack of character voices ?). some cancelled orders - which may happen with any title or manufacturer (just ask JJP).
The idea of "try before you buy" needs to be seriously addressed by Stern / AMD. There's not one Mustang in Melbourne and obviously not one TWD yet. I think that Stern need to address this IMMEDIATELY and release games with completed code. I know it is a "dead horse" - but TWD SHOULD be a hit.
I find it almost amusing that the only way you can buy a Stern is to buy pre order. I'd like to know the sales figures with pre orders VS games sold "off the floor". There's NO "floor" in Melbourne. I can't send "car nuts" to try a Mustang, so they buy a Corvette pinball instead. Stern / AMD need to sort out their sales model.
You have the showroom, become a distributor and show them how it is done
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A Dutch Pinball distributor!
^^^
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Build up hype, Buy before you try, watch the first vids if you don't like what you see, get your funds back, Whole scenario is risky,
speculating that's probably why melb dist has no floor stock &^&
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There seems to be a shift of buyers commitment to the machine in the last two weeks. Not sure exactly why (code or lack of character voices ?). some cancelled orders - which may happen with any title or manufacturer (just ask JJP).
The idea of "try before you buy" needs to be seriously addressed by Stern / AMD. There's not one Mustang in Melbourne and obviously not one TWD yet. I think that Stern need to address this IMMEDIATELY and release games with completed code. I know it is a "dead horse" - but TWD SHOULD be a hit.
I find it almost amusing that the only way you can buy a Stern is to buy pre order. I'd like to know the sales figures with pre orders VS games sold "off the floor". There's NO "floor" in Melbourne. I can't send "car nuts" to try a Mustang, so they buy a Corvette pinball instead. Stern / AMD need to sort out their sales model.
Mustang and IMVE at high point bowling centre...
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There seems to be a shift of buyers commitment to the machine in the last two weeks. Not sure exactly why (code or lack of character voices ?). some cancelled orders - which may happen with any title or manufacturer (just ask JJP).
The idea of "try before you buy" needs to be seriously addressed by Stern / AMD. There's not one Mustang in Melbourne and obviously not one TWD yet. I think that Stern need to address this IMMEDIATELY and release games with completed code. I know it is a "dead horse" - but TWD SHOULD be a hit.
I find it almost amusing that the only way you can buy a Stern is to buy pre order. I'd like to know the sales figures with pre orders VS games sold "off the floor". There's NO "floor" in Melbourne. I can't send "car nuts" to try a Mustang, so they buy a Corvette pinball instead. Stern / AMD need to sort out their sales model.
To be fair, AMD have Zax Amusements as their Melbourne distributor listed on their web site and maybe AMD have enough Melbourne customers that it isn't a concern? There was also a Mustang LE sited at the Peacock Inn. I think I saw a Cashbox Amusements card on the machine. I do agree that Melbourne needs more Stern machines. I don't get to Sydney much these days, but love playing pinball when I hit Melbourne for a weekend.
As for a Dutch Pinball distributor, that sounds like a great idea. Get in on the ground level!
Cheers!
Adam.
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It sounds to me that a few people are making some Massive assumptions about people supposedly cancelling orders and saying the Walking Dead game is no good when they haven't even seen the machine in real life, let alone played it.
I hate unwarranted negativity in pinball. It seems a few just bag Stern no matter what they do. It gets comical very quickly. Then it just becomes sad really. The baggers act like they could build and design better with little effort. Smells like bullshit to me. Lol
As for playing a machine, its a $89 flight to Sydney from almost anywhere in Australia.
If you are thinking about spending 7 thousand dollars or more, surely a $180 return flight isn't going to break the bank. Its early days, and some negative people have condemned all and sundry already.
Wow, it's just so cynical to me.
The facts are that Stern will sell its usual few thousand Pro models and its 600 limited edition models and a lot of people will be happy with a new machine.
Thank the stars Gary Stern and his team believe in their product and build machines for their loyal customers without committing suicide everytime they hear or read the same old lame baggers who were never going to buy anyway.
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Nothing supposed about orders LE being cancelled, check the backlash on pinside for the proof.
Stern need to pick their act up.
*%*
But if someone wants this game just wait awhile and pick it up cheap on the 2nd hand market.
7k and 10.5 k respectively for either model nib is highway robbery.
The pro will be a 5k game in 12 months and if recent LE trends are any indication it will also take a fair hit in price.
*%*
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A small few on pin side says little to me. The few cancelling probably never had the money to start with. Lol
Zombie zombie zombie. Killer !
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Nothing supposed about orders LE being cancelled, check the backlash on pinside for the proof.
Stern need to pick their act up.
*%*
But if someone wants this game just wait awhile and pick it up cheap on the 2nd hand market.
7k and 10.5 k respectively for either model nib is highway robbery.
The pro will be a 5k game in 12 months and if recent LE trends are any indication it will also take a fair hit in price.
*%*
The LE reviews are not too bad. But the point being made is that with Walking Dead, Stern had the chance to really make something special and given the title many expected just that. Bloody hell. its zombies and its one of the most popular shows in the world... really should have been a golden ticket for Stern.
The LE it appears is a reasonable game to play and the features lift it.. but that's the LE. The Pro is the LE with features taken out and is the machine most of the market would have aimed for. reports on this is that its.. well.. so - so.
So, to summarise, it could have been but those that have played it say it is not.
If just keeping a ball in play with 2 flippers floats your boat then anything is good fun.. but when you look for a classic that TWD could have been then again Stern fail to achieve.
Problem is that once the title is done, no one else can do it as all hype is lost etc.
Overall the Stern recipe is to embrace mutton and sell it packaged as lamb, this.. I admit, they do do very well
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I'm VERY much looking forward to playing the game. I'm lucky as I know a buyer and I'll probably be at the "unboxing". Come to think of it, that's the ONLY way I'll get to play the machine (any Stern for that matter !)
^^^
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A small few on pin side says little to me. The few cancelling probably never had the money to start with. Lol
Zombie zombie zombie. Killer !
LOL
Wrong, it is a heap more than a few...the stern bubble is busting...but hey enjoy your 7k pro if that's your bag.
^^^
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Hmmm I hardly see the Internet chatter from a handful of people as the Stern bubble busting. They've weathered the storm for the past 14 years, now going from strength to strength, new premises and manufacturing machines for other companies. I think they're now listening to what the hobbyist wants in a machine (see Metallica) and I'm guessing they'll continue to listen.
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Hmmm I hardly see the Internet chatter from a handful of people as the Stern bubble busting. They've weathered the storm for the past 14 years, now going from strength to strength, new premises and manufacturing machines for other companies. I think they're now listening to what the hobbyist wants in a machine (see Metallica) and I'm guessing they'll continue to listen.
Metallica was a one off. Wade Kraus and Dirty Donnie had already done a Metallica and presented it to their mate James Hetfield.
Stern then realised the opportunity and approached the band to make a commercial version. Metallica agreed with various strict stipulations on how it was going to be done and had the final word on every decision made about the machine.
Its a classic.. everyone agrees, but its only a classic because Stern weren't allowed to make their usual game. Had Stern had free reign over this title then it wouldn't be receiving the accolades it currently enjoys.
You wont see another Metallica from Stern, they are just not capable of it.
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This might sound fun n strange at the same time to any of you who are dads and have kids.
My 5 year old son loves watching The Walking Dead with me and although I was against him seeing zombies etc, his mum had watched it with him a lot before I knew and he wasn't scared of the zombies but more excited to see the crew on the movie running them over etc.
So like his mum, and totally unlike me, he likes scary stuff and doesn't get scared during the night when he goes to bed etc. I don't mind shows like The Walking Dead but I hate all other really scary suspense movies, they really freak me out and I do wake up with nightmares etc.
Anyway, I was getting to the fact that my son asks me where the zombies are at night times. He asks how come we never see any around our house at night or when we are driving at night. Even though I told him its only a TV show, he says that's boring and he still wants to find some and run them over for fun. So I told him I know a special place where they hang around. I told him they only ever wait at shopping centres of a night time. (Waiting for women who spend up big on their husbands credit cards I should have thrown in for the fun of it.lol)
I chose the shopping centre for a few good reasons.
Firstly, all quiet at night and no one around. I can drive around the shopping centre a bit crazy and not break any road rules. And here comes the convenient and well placed speed humps galore..... I drive over a speed bump and tell Hunter that I just ran over a zombie. He gets excited and laughs and has a jolly good old time thinking we just have run over zombies. Its a simple trick but we have lots of fun doing it. Lol
After about ten speed humps (now flattened zombies) we head home with Hunter declaring the suburb is safe until our next mission. We stopped on the side of the road and there was a garbage bin all messed up and spread all over the place. Hunter declared that the zombies were hungry and had done it. We were just about to drive off and Hunter started calling out Zombie Zombie. There's a zombie in the bush.
I got out the torch and to my surprise there was a kangaroo staring at us from apx 10 metres away. It scared the hell out of me cause its eyes lit up bright in the torch. For a few seconds I almost forgot zombies weren't real.
Anyway, I told my son were buying a new zombie pinball. He was very happy, then went sad. I said what's wrong, he said "we are still going to drive around and kill zombies aren't we daddy"....
I said yes ofcourse. So I am wondering who is going to enjoy Sterns new pinny more, me or my five year old son..... L
Unf*^ing believable ^&^ ^&^
The reason its MA15+ is not because young kids might get scared, its because of the high level graphic violence FFS. Only a completely f*^ked up twat would think that its fine for a 5yr old to watch and then go re-enact the scenes in their car.
Holy crap!
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I find it almost amusing that the only way you can buy a Stern is to buy pre order. I'd like to know the sales figures with pre orders VS games sold "off the floor". There's NO "floor" in Melbourne. I can't send "car nuts" to try a Mustang, so they buy a Corvette pinball instead. Stern / AMD need to sort out their sales model.
Zax Amusements has most new sterns on the showroom floor for people to try including Mustang.
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This might sound fun n strange at the same time to any of you who are dads and have kids.
My 5 year old son loves watching The Walking Dead with me and although I was against him seeing zombies etc, his mum had watched it with him a lot before I knew and he wasn't scared of the zombies but more excited to see the crew on the movie running them over etc.
So like his mum, and totally unlike me, he likes scary stuff and doesn't get scared during the night when he goes to bed etc. I don't mind shows like The Walking Dead but I hate all other really scary suspense movies, they really freak me out and I do wake up with nightmares etc.
Anyway, I was getting to the fact that my son asks me where the zombies are at night times. He asks how come we never see any around our house at night or when we are driving at night. Even though I told him its only a TV show, he says that's boring and he still wants to find some and run them over for fun. So I told him I know a special place where they hang around. I told him they only ever wait at shopping centres of a night time. (Waiting for women who spend up big on their husbands credit cards I should have thrown in for the fun of it.lol)
I chose the shopping centre for a few good reasons.
Firstly, all quiet at night and no one around. I can drive around the shopping centre a bit crazy and not break any road rules. And here comes the convenient and well placed speed humps galore..... I drive over a speed bump and tell Hunter that I just ran over a zombie. He gets excited and laughs and has a jolly good old time thinking we just have run over zombies. Its a simple trick but we have lots of fun doing it. Lol
After about ten speed humps (now flattened zombies) we head home with Hunter declaring the suburb is safe until our next mission. We stopped on the side of the road and there was a garbage bin all messed up and spread all over the place. Hunter declared that the zombies were hungry and had done it. We were just about to drive off and Hunter started calling out Zombie Zombie. There's a zombie in the bush.
I got out the torch and to my surprise there was a kangaroo staring at us from apx 10 metres away. It scared the hell out of me cause its eyes lit up bright in the torch. For a few seconds I almost forgot zombies weren't real.
Anyway, I told my son were buying a new zombie pinball. He was very happy, then went sad. I said what's wrong, he said "we are still going to drive around and kill zombies aren't we daddy"....
I said yes ofcourse. So I am wondering who is going to enjoy Sterns new pinny more, me or my five year old son..... L
Unf*^ing believable ^&^ ^&^
The reason its MA15+ is not because young kids might get scared, its because of the high level graphic violence FFS. Only a completely f*^ked up twat would think that its fine for a 5yr old to watch and then go re-enact the scenes in their car.
Holy crap!
It's no different to the cartoons kids watch full of play acting and he knows its make believe which is why we pretend and have a little fun with it. My son at five has more brains than certain adults.....As usual, I will ignore your personal and insulting comments. Didn't take u long did it. Stick to talking about pinball Gavin. Don't ever talk about me or my son ever again. I won't tell u ever again.
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I am hearing some people are hearing that a Premium model is on the cards when all the LE models are sold.
Wondering if it will have a different cabinet art ?
Any thoughts.
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This might sound fun n strange at the same time to any of you who are dads and have kids.
My 5 year old son loves watching The Walking Dead with me and although I was against him seeing zombies etc, his mum had watched it with him a lot before I knew and he wasn't scared of the zombies but more excited to see the crew on the movie running them over etc.
So like his mum, and totally unlike me, he likes scary stuff and doesn't get scared during the night when he goes to bed etc. I don't mind shows like The Walking Dead but I hate all other really scary suspense movies, they really freak me out and I do wake up with nightmares etc.
Anyway, I was getting to the fact that my son asks me where the zombies are at night times. He asks how come we never see any around our house at night or when we are driving at night. Even though I told him its only a TV show, he says that's boring and he still wants to find some and run them over for fun. So I told him I know a special place where they hang around. I told him they only ever wait at shopping centres of a night time. (Waiting for women who spend up big on their husbands credit cards I should have thrown in for the fun of it.lol)
I chose the shopping centre for a few good reasons.
Firstly, all quiet at night and no one around. I can drive around the shopping centre a bit crazy and not break any road rules. And here comes the convenient and well placed speed humps galore..... I drive over a speed bump and tell Hunter that I just ran over a zombie. He gets excited and laughs and has a jolly good old time thinking we just have run over zombies. Its a simple trick but we have lots of fun doing it. Lol
After about ten speed humps (now flattened zombies) we head home with Hunter declaring the suburb is safe until our next mission. We stopped on the side of the road and there was a garbage bin all messed up and spread all over the place. Hunter declared that the zombies were hungry and had done it. We were just about to drive off and Hunter started calling out Zombie Zombie. There's a zombie in the bush.
I got out the torch and to my surprise there was a kangaroo staring at us from apx 10 metres away. It scared the hell out of me cause its eyes lit up bright in the torch. For a few seconds I almost forgot zombies weren't real.
Anyway, I told my son were buying a new zombie pinball. He was very happy, then went sad. I said what's wrong, he said "we are still going to drive around and kill zombies aren't we daddy"....
I said yes ofcourse. So I am wondering who is going to enjoy Sterns new pinny more, me or my five year old son..... L
Unf*^ing believable ^&^ ^&^
The reason its MA15+ is not because young kids might get scared, its because of the high level graphic violence FFS. Only a completely f*^ked up twat would think that its fine for a 5yr old to watch and then go re-enact the scenes in their car.
Holy crap!
That there is extremely irresponsible parenting.
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How did I guess CC you would have something typically and usually NEGATIVE to say.
You should also keep your comments to pinball. I don't take parental advice from drunks or druggys.
I will go back to ignoring the same two sour mouths I have ignored in the past.
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How did I guess CC you would have something typically and usually NEGATIVE to say.
You should also keep your comments to pinball. I don't take parental advice from drunks or druggys.
I will go back to ignoring the same two sour mouths I have ignored in the past.
!^!
As usual you are so far off the mark it isn't funny.
Your slanderous comments are not only wrong, they are offensive and have been reported!
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Looking forward to playing the Walking Dead....and us all getting along. Lol
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Looking forward to playing the Walking Dead....and us all getting along. Lol
Us all getting along, I can't see happening in a hurry.
There are too many people on here with varied personalities for that to happen I think, so pass me the popcorn too Greg.
Bring on The Walking Dead!
I'm almost as excited about this title as I was about Metallica.
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This might sound fun n strange at the same time to any of you who are dads and have kids.
My 5 year old son loves watching The Walking Dead with me and although I was against him seeing zombies etc, his mum had watched it with him a lot before I knew and he wasn't scared of the zombies but more excited to see the crew on the movie running them over etc.
So like his mum, and totally unlike me, he likes scary stuff and doesn't get scared during the night when he goes to bed etc. I don't mind shows like The Walking Dead but I hate all other really scary suspense movies, they really freak me out and I do wake up with nightmares etc.
Anyway, I was getting to the fact that my son asks me where the zombies are at night times. He asks how come we never see any around our house at night or when we are driving at night. Even though I told him its only a TV show, he says that's boring and he still wants to find some and run them over for fun. So I told him I know a special place where they hang around. I told him they only ever wait at shopping centres of a night time. (Waiting for women who spend up big on their husbands credit cards I should have thrown in for the fun of it.lol)
I chose the shopping centre for a few good reasons.
Firstly, all quiet at night and no one around. I can drive around the shopping centre a bit crazy and not break any road rules. And here comes the convenient and well placed speed humps galore..... I drive over a speed bump and tell Hunter that I just ran over a zombie. He gets excited and laughs and has a jolly good old time thinking we just have run over zombies. Its a simple trick but we have lots of fun doing it. Lol
After about ten speed humps (now flattened zombies) we head home with Hunter declaring the suburb is safe until our next mission. We stopped on the side of the road and there was a garbage bin all messed up and spread all over the place. Hunter declared that the zombies were hungry and had done it. We were just about to drive off and Hunter started calling out Zombie Zombie. There's a zombie in the bush.
I got out the torch and to my surprise there was a kangaroo staring at us from apx 10 metres away. It scared the hell out of me cause its eyes lit up bright in the torch. For a few seconds I almost forgot zombies weren't real.
Anyway, I told my son were buying a new zombie pinball. He was very happy, then went sad. I said what's wrong, he said "we are still going to drive around and kill zombies aren't we daddy"....
I said yes ofcourse. So I am wondering who is going to enjoy Sterns new pinny more, me or my five year old son..... L
Unf*^ing believable ^&^ ^&^
The reason its MA15+ is not because young kids might get scared, its because of the high level graphic violence FFS. Only a completely f*^ked up twat would think that its fine for a 5yr old to watch and then go re-enact the scenes in their car.
Holy crap!
It's no different to the cartoons kids watch full of play acting and he knows its make believe which is why we pretend and have a little fun with it. My son at five has more brains than certain adults.....As usual, I will ignore your personal and insulting comments. Didn't take u long did it. Stick to talking about pinball Gavin. Don't ever talk about me or my son ever again. I won't tell u ever again.
All good Brett...LOl- you had to un ignore me to read the post!
Just make sure you mention your antics at the child custody hearing, im sure they'll be very interested
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I'm VERY much looking forward to playing the game. I'm lucky as I know a buyer and I'll probably be at the "unboxing". Come to think of it, that's the ONLY way I'll get to play the machine (any Stern for that matter !)
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well I hope its not the same guy who invited you to his STLE unboxing
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It's no different to the cartoons kids watch full of play acting and he knows its make believe which is why we pretend and have a little fun with it. My son at five has more brains than certain adults.....As usual, I will ignore your personal and insulting comments. Didn't take u long did it. Stick to talking about pinball Gavin. Don't ever talk about me or my son ever again. I won't tell u ever again.
I am with Gavin on this one, MA15+ definitely for a reason.
I did cringe when I read your story about how your son can't do without killing zombies.
No matter how intelligent you think your kid is, 5 years old is still toooo young.
Age censorship is defined by law just for this reason, private people think they know better.
What do we knock down next? Restrictions on under-age drinking?
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People should keep their personal comments to themselves and stick to discussions about pinball. Turning something fun into a personal attack from a few is just pathetic really. I find this to be cowardly behaviour because the few cynical big mouths wouldn't dare try it in my personal prescence. Its so easy for some to hide behind a keyboard.
End of discussion unless we have more cowardly comments to follow from the keyboard commandos.
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Don't ever talk about me or my son ever again. I won't tell u ever again.
Your words mate, YOU are the only one making threats from behind a keyboard.
Your hostility is a poor reaction to others trying to explain to you how your actions are irresponsible.
Sure others have mouthed off but YOUR story was truly appalling.
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Although I am disappointed with what Stern has done with this title it will be good to see and play it in the flesh.
But as a fan of the series and comics I am WAY more excited about the season 5 premiere on Oct 13.
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Don't ever talk about me or my son ever again. I won't tell u ever again.
Your words mate, YOU are the only one making threats from behind a keyboard.
Your hostility is a poor reaction to others trying to explain to you how your actions are irresponsible.
Sure others have mouthed off but YOUR story was truly appalling.
I don't need advice from people like you.
Who do you think you are ? Telling other people how to run their personal life.
God syndrome and preaching. Now that's appalling.
I also didn't threaten anyone. Keep your opinions to yourself.
Stick to pinball.
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Can we get back to pinball and pinball related comments and keep the site about pinball.
Surely that isn't too much to ask.
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Can we get back to pinball and pinball related comments and keep the site about pinball.
Surely that isn't too much to ask.
Sure, you stop posting the stories about the other crap and you wont have to worry about how other people with different opinions reply.
Otherwise you take what comes your way dude!
Simple really.
%$%
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Really enjoying my other hobbies of late.
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Oh wow. &^&
I have read this entire thread and I was appalled by the comments and attacks.
There seems to be one or two guys in particular that if you dont agree with them on this pinball title or this manufacturer they go nutso on you.
How many people have left this forum because of this caveofcreatures fellow?
I gotta say if some one doesn't agree with what you say they arnt being negative or having a swipe at you personally caveofcreatures
They are simply saying their opinion on the subject.
Dont take everything so personal because you are making it personal, and then it seems to become personal.
I am sitting here reading from the outside not knowing any one here and I watched some comments about this pinball or pinball company which had nothing to do with you personally, yet you managed to direct any negative comments about the pinball, or company all about you. !@#
Its rather strange really and some what disturbing @.@
It is weird that some one would jump in the line of fire for no good reason and then cry because they got shot. ^&^
I wouldn't normally comment but you are ruining my reading mate.
Ive also seen this from you on many other good threads I have read. ^.^
Please cut it out for our sanity
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caveoftreasures sorry not caveofcreatures
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Really enjoying my other hobbies of late.
Yes me to :)
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Just read this thread. What a saga! Now back to beer and Luci :)
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Just read this thread. What a saga! Now back to beer and Luci :)
Good call Dude, I am packing for a big weekend of pinball. No TWD to play though?
Has anyone figured out the rollovers yet? That's the only part of the game I want to get onto, roll overs, coooooool!
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Not a bad game on first impressions, looks good, plays smooth. Very graphic images on DMD.
Rollovers correspond to the skill shot, time the ball launch right hit the rollovers as they light pays good points.
Nothing overly innovative on it but still early days in terms of code, always fun to play the "new" pin.
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Very funny stuff..
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LMAO ^^^
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^^^ Old video check post #116 but still makes me laugh :)
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^^^ Old video check post #116 but still makes me laugh :)
Yeah I know it's old but it is brilliant!
Love the hitler videos.
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^^^ Old video check post #116 but still makes me laugh :)
Yeah I know it's old but it is brilliant!
Love the hitler videos.
Yeah I never get sick of them and there's 100's on all subjects.
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Got a monthly newsletter from our mates at AMD Stern Sydney.
Bruce and Michael have zero down finance deals going well for pinball purchasing with a highly recommended company they have been using with excellent results.
Pro Models of The Walking Dead arriving soon.
Wonder if a AP forum member will be quick n able to do a BNIB un boxing and maybe a video etc.
Looking forward to seeing more videos.
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caveoftreasures sorry not caveofcreatures
It's all good. I have been called worse. Lol
Maybe after buying the Walking Dead it could change to cave of creatures ( zombie noisessss....zombie noisessssss......) arggghhhhhhhh orrrrrrr ahhhhhhhhh chew chew munch munch drag leg. Drag leg...orrrrrrrr)
I am not hearing a lot of feedback about what people are thinking n feeling about zombie pinballs in general ?
Could another company do a better or worse zombie pinball and why....
Dive in. Any ideas for any other company to do a zombie pin.. Dead idea or still alive idea ???
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jpop and spooky are both doing a zombie pin with both being unlicensed
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The Americans are starting to unbox there's now so hopefully more videos and reviews soon-hey Brett do AMD do a sort of lay buy? Or do you take it home and pay it off?
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It's a loan/finance, 10k minimum, I think...
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caveoftreasures sorry not caveofcreatures
It's all good. I have been called worse. Lol
Maybe after buying the Walking Dead it could change to cave of creatures ( zombie noisessss....zombie noisessssss......) arggghhhhhhhh orrrrrrr ahhhhhhhhh chew chew munch munch drag leg. Drag leg...orrrrrrrr)
I am not hearing a lot of feedback about what people are thinking n feeling about zombie pinballs in general ?
Could another company do a better or worse zombie pinball and why....
Dive in. Any ideas for any other company to do a zombie pin.. Dead idea or still alive idea ???
Zombies are very much the "cool" at the moment.
Makes perfect sense to make a zombie theme.
Regards Rich
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Oohhhh Yehhhhh !
I received my brand new The Walking Dead Pro Translite today from Stern USA.
I huge thankyou to Adam from our pinball forum who let me know that I won the competition on Facebook and to Jody Dakenberg and Dorothy Brown from Stern USA for their usual excellent customer service and public relations greatness.
First Impressions - UNREAL ! Artwork is superb !
The detail and scary factor of the zombies is better than imagined. The red colours mixing with the black n white n grey colours gives a really cool 3D depth of artwork. Lit up, the translite is KILLER !
I will take some photos on my I.phone and work out how to upload for you to see.
The artwork on the translite is superb. Colours all work . All very very very life like and realistic. At night the translite lit up would be scary it looks that good.
Well done Stern. Great artwork. The Pro translite will be a must have for bars n games rooms if u don't buy the actual pinball. Go zombies !
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It's a loan/finance, 10k minimum, I think...
Finance avail from 7 grand and up to 11 grand per item, covers a Pro machine or a LE with extras etc.
Michael from AMD has details on email. Finance competitive and easy to get with low docs loans avail for those on wages etc. Quick approval etc. Definately worth a $70 a week payment for a BNIB machine.
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brett,no one gives a shit,mate.get over it.look to where you bread is buttered. ^&^
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brett,no ofence intended,but in reality it is just another STERN release,aimed at getting your $$$$$.
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brett,no ofence intended,but in reality it is just another STERN release,aimed at getting your $$$$$.
So are saying all Sterns are sh!t then?
Because I've had a Sopranos, still have a LOTR, Metallica and Iron Man and all are great games.
I am very interested in The Walking Dead and can't wait to get my LE.
I like to read about others getting excited about new releases too.
My suggestion is that you ignore the posters that you don't like and then you don't have to read their sh!t.
There's no need for bitching on this site, do that crap somewhere else.
Oh and one last thing.
Try using caps at the start of a sentence, there is also a space bar and learn to spell. Douche.
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I love STERN,hate gramar.I have many STERN titles.
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DO people really believe in zombies?come on. @@^
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DO people really believe in zombies?come on. @@^
no I don't, but can someone clear up whether there's a Santa?
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DO people really believe in zombies?come on. @@^
Zombies, no.
Androids, yes.
Hmmm, an android pin, half pinball, half human, now that would be an interesting project.
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I like it when other people ARE Excited about new Stern Pinball Machines coming out. It makes me happy to see others happy and getting enjoyment from a new release.
If you are on a pinball forum and u collect pinball machines, if u can't get excited about a new release, then I wonder if you are on the wrong forum. Lol ( tounge in cheek comment so no one get all dam serious on me ).
I am also a big car industry fan. I am into Fords and Mercedes Benz. I don't like Holdens etc, but it doesn't mean I don't go down the Holden dealership and check out their new models.
Stern new releases are good for pinball. Whether you like the title or not, I reckon it doesn't hurt to get excited because anything new is good for pinball.
I love the show, so zombies are cool in the Walking a Dead.
Sure, Ebola Virus is more realistic and that's what will probably and really kill the population one day, maybe ! Or nuclear bombs or something, but it doesn't hurt to believe in Sci-Fi and the make believe if it means getting away mentally from the confines of our normal and real worlds.
Sometimes seeing someone else enjoying a pinball title is better than enjoying it yourself.
I am glad others are also excited about the TWDead.
Got to put your spare cash into something.
Playing with a few gold bars would get boring after 5 minutes, playing a pinball machine never gets boring to me ....
It's all good.
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DO people really believe in zombies?come on. @@^
no I don't, but can someone clear up whether there's a Santa?
If I get a new pinball machine for Xmas, then as far as I am concerned, Gary Stern IS Santa to me. Lol
Believing in Santa at 44. Lol. Gary has the white hair etc.
I am sure if I did a thorough net search I would find a photo of him wearing a Santa outfit.....
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The Amd finance for purchasers under $10000 is over 19%.
Cheaper to put it on a credit card..not very competitive at all.
I did think financing and siting machine may work. But the figures are not great. I will stick to my real job.
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19%
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The Amd finance for purchasers under $10000 is over 19%.
Cheaper to put it on a credit card..not very competitive at all.
I did think financing and siting machine may work. But the figures are not great. I will stick to my real job.
I was given completely different rates. Half of that, prob because I have a long term company and a ABN.
19% is std bank personal loan rates for items that can't be registered like a motorbike or a jetski or a car.
Std commercial rates for business ABN leasing is apx 10 percent.
Some credit cards are running at 27 percent.
At 19 percent it would add apx 1500 the price depending how you pay, weekly or monthly etc and how they calculate your specific loan . Prob an extra $20 a week to finance it over the $70 a week payment. Only good if you want the title now instead of missing out later....
It's only money. Lol @.@
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DO people really believe in zombies?come on. @@^
Have u met my x wife !
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Just noticed tonight that my Walking Dead Translite gift has been signed by John Borg in special Gold texta.
It dissapears magically when the translite is lit up.
Still got to add some photos as soon as I can.
Anyone got any new TWD pinball videos ?
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here is a GG interview for you cavey
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game play vid by some one
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Thankyou Swinksy.
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I like the commentator of TWD as I am sure it is the same redneck as BBH (one of my favs)
could be quite fun, at least that is a better video than previously seen.
I laughed at the extra ball animation #*#
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I like the commentator of TWD as I am sure it is the same redneck as BBH (one of my favs)
could be quite fun, at least that is a better video than previously seen.
I laughed at the extra ball animation #*#
Yeah it's the BBH redneck alright but he should have stayed on BBH, this game needs real character callouts from the show.
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Its early code n early days re Callouts etc. Give it time.
Had a friend in the USA call past the factory and Walking Dead pinball machines lined up by the dozens. I hope to have some factory photos to share in the next week.
Zombie Zombie Zombie !
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Its early code n early days re Callouts etc. Give it time.
Had a friend in the USA call past the factory and Walking Dead pinball machines lined up by the dozens. I hope to have some factory photos to share in the next week.
Zombie Zombie Zombie !
No callouts from the show will be on this game, that is the word from Stern.
Frankly this sucks, I can handle the shitty rendition of the theme and I can handle a useless bash toy that had 10 mins air time in season 2 but no true character voices is a shithouse move from Stern, considering they have AMC plastered over the game.
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Yeah no call outs from the show is a real let down I agree-looking forward to some LE video.
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Cow corner, Did u get this info directly from Stern or the game designer JohnBorg.
If so, do u have anything in writing or is this just a guess or a opinion ?
How do u know what Stern are planning ?
Anything concrete ? Or not........
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Cow corner, Did u get this info directly from Stern or the game designer JohnBorg.
If so, do u have anything in writing or is this just a guess or a opinion ?
How do u know what Stern are planning ?
Anything concrete ? Or not........
Do your research.
No call outs from the show on this game.
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How do u know what they will do in the future with updated and new code etc ?
I have written a letter to John Borg and have asked for some facts for the future of the machine.
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pretty sure they stated it very early on their facebook
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See what Borgy/Stern say about future code updates.
It might stay the same or it might change, I don't know which is why I am checking n asking.
Who knows what Stern might do if it means getting/attracting more sales. ?
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Who knows what Stern might do if it means getting/attracting more sales. ?
Add another bash toy?
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Latest video looked ok gameplay wise. Was thinking it would have been better if they had MM troll style zombies and a MB drac track or two with zombies to hit rather than one big bash toy???
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Latest video looked ok gameplay wise. Was thinking it would have been better if they had MM troll style zombies and a MB drac track or two with zombies to hit rather than one big bash toy???
Agree or Cactus Canyon style pop up targets
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Latest video looked ok gameplay wise. Was thinking it would have been better if they had MM troll style zombies and a MB drac track or two with zombies to hit rather than one big bash toy???
Agree or Cactus Canyson style pop up targets
now that's a great idea for such a theme. I kept seeing 'walker killed' but nothing that resembled a walker. Please note I've never seen the show.
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Re bash toys on games, I like them because visually alone it adds something in 3D that is great to look at. Flat playfield art alone in 2014 just doesn't cut it. Then ofcourse, when u are trying to hit something on a playfield shot wise, it's not always that easy on a timed shot, even if its large. Remember when games didn't have interactive toys, boring. I think bash toys look the part and give u something interactive to hit. U can always find something great in something if u have a positive outlook. But, that's just me. I like Sterns. I would never sell my new Sterns, I just find them to be sooo much fun. I think they are the latest and greatest, regardless of the baggers. Lol
Stern ain't perfect but they seem to be trying their hardest.
I would like to see the baggers go and work at Stern for a few weeks. It's always easier said then done when bagging other people's work. Also yes, some of the ideas raised above are good ideas as well.
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The first episode of season 5 has just aired and it was epic!
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The first episode of season 5 has just aired and it was epic!
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Agreed, kicked ass
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Re bash toys on games, I like them because visually alone it adds something in 3D that is great to look at. Flat playfield art alone in 2014 just doesn't cut it. Then ofcourse, when u are trying to hit something on a playfield shot wise, it's not always that easy on a timed shot, even if its large. Remember when games didn't have interactive toys, boring. I think bash toys look the part and give u something interactive to hit. U can always find something great in something if u have a positive outlook. But, that's just me. I like Sterns. I would never sell my new Sterns, I just find them to be sooo much fun. I think they are the latest and greatest, regardless of the baggers. Lol
Stern ain't perfect but they seem to be trying their hardest.
I would like to see the baggers go and work at Stern for a few weeks. It's always easier said then done when bagging other people's work. Also yes, some of the ideas raised above are good ideas as well.
Baggers???...Criticism where criticism is due... bash toy is a stand up stationary target... its actually DOES something on the LE ( spew its gut) and does NOTHING on the pro... just a big lump of plastic centre stage.
Stern took this.......
(http://i488.photobucket.com/albums/rr243/retropin/Mariofigures3_zps866ecbfe.jpg)
and gave it undue accolades.
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Baggers???...Criticism where criticism is due... bash toy is a stand up stationary target... its actually DOES something on the LE ( spew its gut) and does NOTHING on the pro... just a big lump of plastic centre stage.
Stern took this.......
and gave it undue accolades.
To be honest, I'm a bit over bash toys altogether.....unless it's Sparky. Sparky can do no wrong in my eyes.
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Gav, you must have the LE there....my Mario doesn't have those sweet additions. haha.
Still need to play the Walking Dead and make up my own mind. Does anyone know if the Peacock Inn is getting one soon? Will check it out when I'm in Melbourne in December.
Cheers!
Adam.
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Bash toys. Nothing new there, in fact bash toys have gone backwards, less interactive. Look at the castle on MM, or Drac and Frankie on MB. At least they actually moved.!
Just downloaded TWD SE05-01, about to watch. ;)
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Bash toys. Nothing new there, in fact bash toys have gone backwards, less interactive. Look at the castle on MM, or Drac and Frankie on MB. At least they actually moved.!
Just downloaded TWD SE05-01, about to watch. ;)
Stern wouldn't do that, that would make too much sense!
Season5 Ep1 is extreme!
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Bash toys. Nothing new there, in fact bash toys have gone backwards, less interactive. Look at the castle on MM, or Drac and Frankie on MB. At least they actually moved.!
Just downloaded TWD SE05-01, about to watch. ;)
Stern wouldn't do that, that would make too much sense!
You forgot the ringmaster, prob the best bash toy ever imo.
Season5 Ep1 is extreme!
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There's a fine line between mechanical toys that work well and breakdown.
All the BEST interactive ones in history were always mechanical nightmares.
Its a hard call, fancy and lots of maintains xe or basic and longterm trouble free.
Its a hard call I must admit.
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Static plastic bash toys that break or crack over and over again are even worse.
Wolverine on X-men is a classic example.
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Bash toys. Nothing new there, in fact bash toys have gone backwards, less interactive. Look at the castle on MM, or Drac and Frankie on MB. At least they actually moved.!
Just downloaded TWD SE05-01, about to watch. ;)
Only just finished watching season 4... I normally wait till they come out on DVD and them watch them during the week. Did this with Breaking Bad and got a couple of months entertainment.
Where are you all downloading them?... im keen
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Bash toys. Nothing new there, in fact bash toys have gone backwards, less interactive. Look at the castle on MM, or Drac and Frankie on MB. At least they actually moved.!
Just downloaded TWD SE05-01, about to watch. ;)
Only just finished watching season 4... I normally wait till they come out on DVD and them watch them during the week. Did this with Breaking Bad and got a couple of months entertainment.
Where are you all downloading them?... im keen
I get it on Foxtel, it's live from the us every Monday at lunchtime then repeated at 8-30pm.
I don't know where to download it from, sorry mate.
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Thepiratebay.org
Just install bit torrent and click on the piratebay magnet ;) i'm justified to an extent as I pay Rupert his monthly fee.. :( That prick. He's the biggest pirate.!
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Thepiratebay.org
Just install bit torrent and click on the piratebay magnet ;) i'm justified to an extent as I pay Rupert his monthly fee.. :( That prick. He's the biggest pirate.!
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Static plastic bash toys that break or crack over and over again are even worse.
Wolverine on X-men is a classic example.
The toys are not even plastic, they are a moulded rubber. I have purchased the wolverine and magneto toys for x men pro as spares to make a nice custom topper. I have never heard or seen one ever break or crack. I could be wrong unless a fly ball somehow broke a grey knife on the wolverine hand but haven't learnt of any. The rubber is extremely thick on the x men toys and I reckon designed to withstand any punishment from the silver balls. Take one apart like I have and u will see what I mean.
The bash toy from The Walking Dead is also moulded rubber and extremely durable. On the Pro u get points for hitting the bash toy, just like X Men so it is interactive. The Sparky bash toy is also very popular. I think bash toys on games are here to stay and offer visual and gameplay benefits . Even the Spaceship on Star Trek is proving fun and exciting.
Never met anyone who owned a X Men Pro or a Metallica Pro who didn't love it. I am only hearing positive things from actual owners of the Walking Dead Pro machine. A lot are enjoying the bash toy.
Give it time, it's such early days.
More importantly, what's Stern got cooking for its next 3 or 4 titles.
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Sure looks like plastic to me but whatever.
Whatever it is it is a shite toy and it cracks and breaks often.
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Its definately rubber. I was surprised when I squeezed the items and looked inside them.
My bash toys are undamaged and like brand new without a mark on them.
I also received some custom photos of the Pro and LE Walking Dead models with Borgy standing in front of the two pinballs. He was happy to send me a one off photo which I asked for if he had a spare 5 minutes. He is going to send me some photos of him also standing in front of the Walking Dead line with pinballs getting built everywhere.
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2x The Walking Dead Pro machines have arrived at Timezone Surfers Paradise.
Should be up and running this afternoon.
LE arriving mid November #*#
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Thanks for the heads up a Rob. Pinheads all over the Coast will be flocking to these two machines and will probably get a game or ten on all the other Sterns whilst down there. Good news.
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I will try to take some good photos and some videos of the Pro model I f someone doesn't beat me to it.
This Friday night, at my regular pistol shooting club get together, I will be placing up some zombie targets for the gloch 17. Thats also a fun hobby. The Walking Dead meets target practice. Lol
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PRESS RELEASE
Stern just released some news on its Facebook page/site about the Walking Dead Pinball machine.
Stern has released a large factory topper for the headbox. Its a fish tank with 3 zombie heads inside it .
I think its $399 or $499 and lights up and looks awesome and seems to be interactive.
They have also released bloody body armour, a shooter rod with a zombie head and mirror blade sideart for inside the cabinet.
I like the factory topper for sure.
If someone could add the link it would be great. Too hard for me to do on a I. Phone one fingered if ya know what I mean.
Anyway, factory options for the Walking Dead. Very cool .
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Daaaaaamn! Would buy the machine for that topper alone. Interactive with the game lighting also.
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If u look carefully at the sideart that is going to fit inside the cabinet, it features hundreds of zombies all facing forwards and walking straight ahead.
I found another picture of it and expanded it and realised it was very detailed with zombies galore.
The topper and the sideart is a done deal for me... Not sure about the shooter nob but prob get one and put it inside the machine. Don't generally like the body armour on a pro but need to see one with it up close and personal.
Maybe Stern will start to do these factory mods/options with all their new titles.... Hope so.
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Cool love the topper and other add on's nice one Stern :)
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This is certainly one of their better machines
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I Not sure about the shooter nob but prob get one and put it inside the machine. Don't generally like the body armour on a pro but need to see one with it up close and personal.
A TFTC style shooter would have been better
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Looks like Stern might finally be looking to get a slice of the after market mod cake if this is a sign of things to come, makes sense. Im sure lots of people would like "official" bling on their games if its available.
I have always thought that they should simply do a base model and then you just spec it up with whatever add ons you want. Even if you aren't the original owner you could still bling it out at a later date if you chose. From Stern's perspective they can then still get some cash-flow from a title well after it's released and they have moved onto subsequent games.
Although for the prices of each of those items, you start to wonder what is the point of the LE, particularly if you then have to pay extra for this sort of stuff. It should probably be standard on the LE.
Maybe they will change their model a bit going forward, depending on how this works out.
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I like the Tales from the Crypt (TFTC) shooter style handle on my TFTC machine as well, but they are usually broken at some stage and have to be fixed. Mine wasn't 100 percent when I bought mine so I had to buy the parts n fix it.
Stern has probably stuck with the simple shooter add on to keep maintainence low for sited machines.
I think their will be a lot of aftermarket mods for this TWDead machine. Hope so.
I like the Pro, Premium or LE model. It works because all 3 models sell really well.
Just like the car industry, people love choice and don't mind paying for it.
I still say the Pro is always the best bang for ya buck these days. But I do have friends who only buy the LE, so each to their own I guess. Most Stern owners are hanging on to their games as long term keepers. You only ever see a small percentage for public sale. It's going to be interesting to see what Stern brings out next. Anything after a zombie title might look boring. Lol
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Ridiculously high prices.
Topper looks good but at $399 usd + shipping to Aus......no thanks!
$499 usd + shipping to aus for side armour trim...... $$(
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Spoke to Michael at AMD just five minutes ago.
Aussie pricing for Stern TWD parts not set in concrete yet at all.
AMD waiting on official pricing from Stern.
The USA figures quoted are only Recco Retail a Pricing at this stage.
Parts may not be avail for another month or two. AMD will update its website when prices are firm. Otherwise shoot AMD a email and ask to be put on a email list when the factory mod prices are known.
The first batch of TWD pinballs are almost sold out with another shipment arriving towards December/January.
The first shipment of pinball machines arrives later this month-ish.
Interestingly, sales numbers for TWD in Australia are expected to be around or higher than X Men with over 150 units sold I am told. I think TWD will do more probably if X Men did over 150.
I thought the topper price was fine, same with the shooter knob and sideart. Not sure what u get with the side armour.
Well done AMD. As usual, excellent customer service by the guys at AMD.
P.S - the Walking Dead translite I have is absolutely unreal. So if anyone is inclined to buy one for their games room or bar, u would be happy. AMD should be able to get them if u wanted to order one etc.
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So these mods will be even more expensive by the time amd take a cut.
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So these mods will be even more expensive by the time amd take a cut.
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WRONG.
You are assuming the pricing when it hasn't been even set yet.
For all you know, it may be a lot cheaper. AMD have never charged me USA shipping costs for parts cause they usually come inside the brand new pinball machines. How did I know u would say something completely negative, yet again. Sssshhhh.
Wait for official AMD pricing. If Stern has listed RRP which is not set in concrete, one would assume using logic that AMD will get a much better wholesale pricing. AMD always looks after its customers.
That is a fact !
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Yeah I am sure they will be cheaper.
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they look cool but the topper and side armour is dam expensive, and reckon AMD's prices will be approx this or a little more
this was the details listed on the facebook
Stern Pinball Releases Custom Accessories For The Walking Dead Pinball Machine
World’s Leading Maker of Arcade-Quality Pinball Machines Launches Custom Accessories Line of Products
MELROSE PARK, IL – October 15, 2014 – Stern Pinball, Inc., the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball machines, announced today the availability of four licensed and custom-developed pinball accessories for its latest release, AMC’s The Walking Dead.
In response to market demand, Stern is now offering unique, game-specific accessories that further enhance the appeal of its pinball machines and enable pinball fans to customize their games to suit their personal tastes.
The Walking Dead accessories include:
● A fish tank topper full of three fully detailed zombie heads designed and sculpted by Greg Nicotero, Executive Producer of The Walking Dead. The topper is accompanied by game-integrated lighting that attracts players and adds zombie ambiance to any room
● An authentic zombie head shooter knob that adds tactile art to a player’s first interaction with the game
● Custom-designed, artistic inside-panels that add dimension to the pinball playfield area
● Blood splattered side-armor that further enhances The Walking Dead pinball experience
“We didn’t think The Walking Dead machine could get any better but now we have four custom-developed accessories that take your zombie apocalypse experience to a whole new level,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball. “We are thrilled to offer these new, exclusive Stern accessories to our fans and are excited about all of the great future accessory products that are in our pipeline.”
Retail Pricing and Availability:
The Walking Dead Pinball Backbox Topper: $399.99
The Walking Dead Pinball Zombie Shooter Knob: $79.99
The Walking Dead Pinball Playfield Side Art Panels: $79.99
The Walking Dead Pinball Side Armor Trim: $499.99
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Customer service there is good I won't argue there but the prices suck.
$300 for a set of IM plastics when I only needed one was overly expensive.
Replacement mongers 2 and 3 that were not covered by warranty were not cheap either.
I think they could do better and why is there no interest free offer with amd only some crappy finance option.
Makes no sense.
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RRP is the price a manufacturer suggests the part should retail for... if its not set in concrete then why post an assuming figure?.. Can only assume that Stern are trying to gauge backlash or approval.. either way, any final price wont be far off those already mentioned.
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If I buy any mods in the future I will continue to support the hobbyists who have been pumping out great product for a quite a while now.
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RRP is the price a manufacturer suggests the part should retail for... if its not set in concrete then why post an assuming figure?.. Can only assume that Stern are trying to gauge backlash or approval.. either way, any final price wont be far off those already mentioned.
agree, especially when AMD have to cover the postage and stocking fee and there cut, just like their pinball prices, where there is no competition in Aus they are not cheap compared to the competition between the US distributors.
Yes before anyone says it Stern pins are dearer here because of the freight etc but NIB in the states can be $1500 - $2000 less than here, so AMD charge extra here for a pin I believe because they can. Dealers in the US are still making money, and any freight for a container of pins isn't that much for AMD so they are doing well from the Aussie market.
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Stern RRP for ACDC PRO is US$5699 which at current exchange rate is AU$6524
AMD price is $7100 bought when $$ exchange was higher.
Pretty safe to assume that nothing will be cheaper id say
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Some people wear negative glasses and always assume the worst.
Some people wear positive glasses and assume the best.
I would hate to go thru life being negative about everything, yuk !
Regarding Recco retail pricing, its a guide only.
Toyota listed a RRP of $31,990 for a Camry that they sell right now for $26,990.
Either way, if u like the Walking Dead pinball, buy it. If u don't like it, don't buy it. Same goes for the factory mods, if u like them and can afford them, you will buy them. If u can't afford them, then you won't buy them. Like that Meerkat advertisement on television, SIMPLES ! Lol
I note, all the toppers being SOLD by other companies are all $299 to $399 plus for a piece of plastic with a few LEDs. I thought the Stern topper was affordable. But that's just me.
Either way, I am sure the 150 people buying TWD pinball will be happy either way, factory mods or not.
I am not a gambling man, but I would bet that the guys at AMD will do some great deals.
If your not buying, then it won't matter then will it.
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:lol
I love that standard and way off the mark negative jibe retort thing. Always gives me a chuckle.
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I see where your coming from Cavey, as some people are negative and some people are positive but you missed one, in this case many people are just real. It is what it is.
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I see where your coming from Cavey, as some people are negative and some people are positive but you missed one, in this case many people are just real. It is what it is.
Aye.. we don't live in fairy land
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I'm trying to remember what my Metallica topper cost including postage to Australia by memory about $300 and really it was a piece of cheap plastic with some LEDs and the only reason I bought it was cause you can't get them here so having the choice to buy here is great :) these mod guys selling there stuff are making a ton of money so if it's good for them it's good for AMD.
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I see where your coming from Cavey, as some people are negative and some people are positive but you missed one, in this case many people are just real. It is what it is.
Good and bad opinions are like bum holes, everyone has one. Lol
It is what it is. %.%
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I'm trying to remember what my Metallica topper cost including postage to Australia by memory about $300 and really it was a piece of cheap plastic with some LEDs and the only reason I bought it was cause you can't get them here so having the choice to buy here is great :) these mod guys selling there stuff are making a ton of money so if it's good for them it's good for AMD.
Finally, an educated opinion. Lol
Like ya style Pete.
Yes, the thin plastic toppers for $300 seem expensive.
The Stern one seems to be a lot more stuff for the $$ ? Early days but seems Stern is on a winner with its entry to the Mods market.
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Up and running at Timezone Surfers Paradise...
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$500 for a tin of red paint and a used toothbrush is a bargain.
Jackson Pollock did the same thing with Blue Poles and it is now worth $30 million.
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Up and running at Timezone Surfers Paradise...
Wow what a lineup :) WOZ gone? they must of got sick of the unreliable issues.
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$500 for a tin of red paint and a used toothbrush is a bargain.
Jackson Pollock did the same thing with Blue Poles and it is now worth $30 million.
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I'd much prefer the Stern mod as its interactive! even spending a little more at least it looks like it belongs to the game and theme. There's some great mod guys out there but there's also a ton of unlicensed crap to and thanks to Stern there making some nice coin. If I bought a WD I'd get the topper for sure and judging by other forums I reckon they will see heaps.
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At $500 the " side armour trim" needs to be a lot more than some CNC routed sheet with a print on top you would think
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Up and running at Timezone Surfers Paradise...
Wow what a lineup :) WOZ gone? they must of got sick of the unreliable issues.
woz disapered not long after i was there in jan, it was not there in aug
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Not cheap I know but if I buy a pro I'd love to whack these goddies on it :)
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The mods look great and really suit the machine. They won't sell many as the prices are just too high. Stern are not the brightest with mods and spare parts pricing.
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Some people just cant seem to remove the Stern brain slug can they.
Stern make some good games every now and then but they are not the beginning and the end of the pinball universe.
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At $500 the " side armour trim" needs to be a lot more than some CNC routed sheet with a print on top you would think
Plenty of buyers can't hand over $10k plus quick enough on a game they haven't played. I'm sure many will buy these new mods.
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A mates at expo in Chicago here's another topper :)
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Some people just cant seem to remove the Stern brain slug can they.
Stern make some good games every now and then but they are not the beginning and the end of the pinball universe.
At the moment stern are the only "real" pinball manufacturers! WOZ was a massive fail from the start there's a MM re-fake and a few boutique guys. So thank god Stern are around making it possible and choice on a new game :) yeah there not perfect but nor was Bally/Williams they have some great boat anchors lol
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See how cool the Walking Dead translite looks when lit up.
The faces have a grainy effect like rotten meat . When u see one in person up close and personal, you realise whoever did the final artwork was a genius. The way the zombie faces are drawn , it give them a deep 3 D effec. Very cool.
I reckon Stern will sell the toppers like hot cakes, as well as the shooter zombie nob and the sideart. Those prices seem fine. I reckon the body armour prices will come down.
I bet they do a package deal at a reduced price if u buy the lot of the mods in one hit. Call it a zombie battle pack or something for a Bigger $$ saving . Everyone I know who is ordering the Pro is already sayin yes to most mods.
What will sterns next model and next batch if mods be.... Interesting times ahead for pinball.
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See how cool the Walking Dead translite looks when lit up.
The faces have a grainy effect like rotten meat . When u see one in person up close and personal, you realise whoever did the final artwork was a genius. The way the zombie faces are drawn , it give them a deep 3 D effec. Very cool.
I reckon Stern will sell the toppers like hot cakes, as well as the shooter zombie nob and the sideart. Those prices seem fine. I reckon the body armour prices will come down.
I bet they do a package deal at a reduced price if u buy the lot of the mods in one hit. Call it a zombie battle pack or something for a Bigger $$ saving . Everyone I know who is ordering the Pro is already sayin yes to most mods.
What will sterns next model and next batch if mods be.... Interesting times ahead for pinball.
Be better if it didn't have AMC on it
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Up and running at Timezone Surfers Paradise...
Thankyou Rob for the photo.
Good line up there.
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See how cool the Walking Dead translite looks when lit up.
The faces have a grainy effect like rotten meat . When u see one in person up close and personal, you realise whoever did the final artwork was a genius. The way the zombie faces are drawn , it give them a deep 3 D effec. Very cool.
I reckon Stern will sell the toppers like hot cakes, as well as the shooter zombie nob and the sideart. Those prices seem fine. I reckon the body armour prices will come down.
I bet they do a package deal at a reduced price if u buy the lot of the mods in one hit. Call it a zombie battle pack or something for a Bigger $$ saving . Everyone I know who is ordering the Pro is already sayin yes to most mods.
What will sterns next model and next batch if mods be.... Interesting times ahead for pinball.
Be better if it didn't have AMC on it
Agree. Maybe a zombie picture or a small gold plaque with John Borgs signature placed over it might work.
AMC ofcourse wants their name advertised so Stern were probably stuck with little choice.
I can say that the rest of the translite artwork is superb, so maybe it will be less noticeable once u play the game a bit, but it does stick out now that you look for it.
The red glow in the bottom right corner around the young zombie girl looks awesome on the lit translite.
The big scary zombie dude right in the middle is the scary-est mother farker to look at. Looks like he is going to just jump out and bite you. Lol
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Is that Back box lighting standard stern or been coin taker modded ?
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Some people just cant seem to remove the Stern brain slug can they.
Stern make some good games every now and then but they are not the beginning and the end of the pinball universe.
At the moment stern are the only "real" pinball manufacturers! WOZ was a massive fail from the start there's a MM re-fake and a few boutique guys. So thank god Stern are around making it possible and choice on a new game :) yeah there not perfect but nor was Bally/Williams they have some great boat anchors lol
My sentiments exactly. Criticise Stern all you want, but what other pinball company is pumping out two to three new pinball machines per year? And we can harp on about incomplete code, but I'd rather see two new titles out in the wild and get regular code updates than one title every two years.
I hope Jersey Jack can work up to that level. Will wait and see how the Planetary Pinball re - makes hold up board wise, but it's great to see old titles being re - made.
Cheers!
Adam.
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Is that Back box lighting standard stern or been coin taker modded ?
It doesn't look modded. On my Walking Dead translite there is red colour around the little zombie girl in the bottom right corner. I am waiting for the www.pinballnews.com.au Walking Dead articles where they take dozens n dozens of photos of the machine inside and out. Then we will know for sure....
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At $500 the " side armour trim" needs to be a lot more than some CNC routed sheet with a print on top you would think
Plenty of buyers can't hand over $10k plus quick enough on a game they haven't played. I'm sure many will buy these new mods.
I did look at buying TWD and approached AMD regarding their finance option which isn't actually an AMD finance option.. its finance through a broker they pass you onto. If I was to own a modern Stern game then this would be it... title is bang on the mark.. art package looks good etc. But at $10300 + finance for the LE its waaay too steep for what it is... my shed extension im building to house all these babies comes under that. If I thought they ( Stern) had done this title true justice, id probably sign up for a PRO, but that lump of plastic/ rubber thing just kills it for me.. add the pops and im out. Figured there was no point in buying anything other than the LE as each time you played it, that lump was a permanent reminder that you couldn't get the LE. I would have rather they done away with it altogether on the PRO seeing as its pointless.
The topper looks cool but im scratching my head on the pricing of these items.... would have thought the topper would be the $500 item, not the blades
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IF u owned a modern Stern that had a bash toy like X Men, you would know that the bash toy is interactive and far from pointless. It is a timed shot with inserts that light up in different modes and then u get bonuses for multiple hits during other modes and so on. The bash toys are far from pointless if u understand the game rules etc etc etc.
Like the last 5 years, I bet you won't buy a BNIB Stern in the next five years regardless what Stern bring out.
You don't have to buy a LE to get a smokin hot fun Stern game. The Pro models usually play faster and are more challenging according to Stern. I agree. And at $6500 to $7100 delivered etc, they are still great value to those who can afford a BNIB machine when u compare the average $3000 plus price of most reasonable 1990s DMD machines.
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Ive played Xmen at Cows place and much preferred it over Iron Man... don't recall the bash toy being a great feature though.
Like the last 5 years, I bet you won't buy a BNIB Stern in the next five years regardless what Stern bring out.
Well seeing as TWD is the ONLY Stern title ive even considered buying id say your money is safe..... IF I was to spend $10K+ then TBL would be better buying IMO, that machine looks slick.
Space and monsters are 2 great themes for any game and much of my collection is deliberately around these 2 themes. Its a given that id consider TWD, but for me, I just needed Stern to step away from their usual recipe... something they cant quite seem to do im afraid.
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Yeah the Wolverine bash toy is pretty damn pointless and useless, except for the magnet in front of it.
It is very prone to breaking and cracking as well.
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Yeah the Wolverine bash toy is pretty damn pointless and useless, except for the magnet in front of it.
It is very prone to breaking and cracking as well.
Of the dozen people I know with X Men pinnies, none of them have ever had a cracked or broken bash toy or any hassle with the magnet ! I have never seen a sited machine with these hassles either.
Do u have any photos of your bash toy broken or cracked or the magnet not working ?
Back to the Walking Dead. Some good photos on Sterns Facebook page.
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Yeah the Wolverine bash toy is pretty damn pointless and useless, except for the magnet in front of it.
It is very prone to breaking and cracking as well.
Of the dozen people I know with X Men pinnies, none of them have ever had a cracked or broken bash toy or any hassle with the magnet ! I have never seen a sited machine with these hassles either.
Do u have any photos of your bash toy broken or cracked or the magnet not working ?
Back to the Walking Dead. Some good photos on Sterns Facebook page.
Don't get sucked in Brett its stern haters hating lol does make it fun reading :)
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This is not hating. Stern make some good games, Xmen among them but it is a FACT that there have been problems with the wolverine figure and I am not the only one who has had the figure break repeatedly. Never had any problems with the magnet, just the figure.
Congrats to someone who bought the game and had no problems with it but that doesn't mean it has not happened to others.
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If yours has broken Darren, then fair enough.
Did u get a replacement out of Stern directly or did AMD help you.
When I purchased a spare yellow Wolverine figure and the red Magneto figure to make a custom topper, I purchased from AMD and they were less than $60 each from memory, but that's a guess cause it was a year ago so don't quote me on the $ figure. I think I paid cost cause I have bought several new Sterns and AMD are always excellent to say the least.
AMD did have to order them in specially for me as they didn't need to carry them in stock.
If the Walking Dead is even close to X Men for fun and gameplay, a lot of people will be very very happy.
I am going to take my 5 yr old son Hunter to play The Walking Dead tonight and hope to snap some videos and some photos on the new I.Phone. Happy days.
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The two X-Men I've looked at both had broken / cracked wolverine figures. I was told by an X-Men owner that there was even going to be a mod to prevent this from happening. So it is definitely not an isolated case.
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The two X-Men I've looked at both had broken / cracked wolverine figures. I was told by an X-Men owner that there was even going to be a mod to prevent this from happening. So it is definitely not an isolated case.
Never heard of rubber cracking cause they are not made of plastic.
Anyway, will be good to see IF a mod comes to light.
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PLAYED THE WALKING DEAD PRO TONIGHT
Played the game at Timezone and I really liked it.
It feels like and plays like a widebody cause of the design.
The audio and dots are excellent. The insert LEDs and all the general illumination LEDs are awesome not to mention the many hidden Leds n flashers hidden everywhere like in the jail house and under ramps etc etc etc.
The machine is finished really really well.
The bright white LEDs on the playfield take a little to get used to but do look amazing and really light the machine up.
Some will change a few whites to red or green or blue, but any small mod like that will be a great enhancement.
THE BASH TOY is interactive. It leans back exposing red bright LEDs on the Pro model and is fun to hit.
The jailhouse doors opening up and the zombie appearing is very cool.
If u like the theme and u like a zombie games with a fast wide open playfield with plenty to shoot for, I reckon u will like this pinball machine. I loved it cause I loved the show and I really like John Borgs design and flow. This game makes u chase your shots carefully and is fun.
I went there ready to admit that if I didn't like it, I would report that, but I did like it a lot.
Its different to X Men and Star Trek and ACDC etc, so that was a big attraction to me.
I reckon if you like wide open n fast, u will like this.
Audio and artwork are awesome.
Hope others get to play it and enjoy it .
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Most people don't know that one of the arms on the Wolverine toy comes off and on the way it is designed to seperate.
I do see the cracking around the base. Maybe early games didn't have the rubber moulded toys that my game came with. Might be the answer. Thanks for sharing the photos .
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There were women tonight playing the pinball machines aged between 20 and 35 yrs of age who were all absolutely smokin hot model material.
One girl was so stunning, I was lost for words she was so beautiful.
Girls dig guys with pinballs she told my brother !
My brother was speechless until we drove home and he talked about this girl being an absolute keeper. Lol
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PLAYED THE WALKING DEAD PRO TONIGHT
Played the game at Timezone and I really liked it.
It feels like and plays like a widebody cause of the design.
The audio and dots are excellent. The insert LEDs and all the general illumination LEDs are awesome not to mention the many hidden Leds n flashers hidden everywhere like in the jail house and under ramps etc etc etc.
The machine is finished really really well.
The bright white LEDs on the playfield take a little to get used to but do look amazing and really light the machine up.
Some will change a few whites to red or green or blue, but any small mod like that will be a great enhancement.
THE BASH TOY is interactive. It leans back exposing red bright LEDs on the Pro model and is fun to hit.
The jailhouse doors opening up and the zombie appearing is very cool.
If u like the theme and u like a zombie games with a fast wide open playfield with plenty to shoot for, I reckon u will like this pinball machine. I loved it cause I loved the show and I really like John Borgs design and flow. This game makes u chase your shots carefully and is fun.
I went there ready to admit that if I didn't like it, I would report that, but I did like it a lot.
Its different to X Men and Star Trek and ACDC etc, so that was a big attraction to me.
I reckon if you like wide open n fast, u will like this.
Audio and artwork are awesome.
Hope others get to play it and enjoy it .
..It was a given...
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Still havnt seen one and don't think ill be buying one. If the premium option was available I'd have considered it.
Can't afford two LE work benches and the pro just doesn't have the features :(
Plus I look at bit Acdc and Metallica and think pffftt. Look at my older games and go how good are these
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I have played xmen at the pinball comp and am not a fan. But I don't know what to do. I spend a lot of ball time but feel I'm not a achieving anything. What's a strategy to max points on this game? I'm seeing good score being 20m+ and I'm achieving more like the 12-15m and decent game time.
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I have played xmen at the pinball comp and am not a fan. But I don't know what to do. I spend a lot of ball time but feel I'm not a achieving anything. What's a strategy to max points on this game? I'm seeing good score being 20m+ and I'm achieving more like the 12-15m and decent game time.
Haha this is always my issue with my Stern pinballs. Gorgar has acted as coach on a few occasions....I then go home and back to my life of average scoring.
I want to play The Walking Dead....and want to own Iron Man at the moment....With The Big Lebowski pipe dream for the future.
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I have played xmen at the pinball comp and am not a fan. But I don't know what to do. I spend a lot of ball time but feel I'm not a achieving anything. What's a strategy to max points on this game? I'm seeing good score being 20m+ and I'm achieving more like the 12-15m and decent game time.
The easiest way Rob to get high scores on X Men or any Stern is to follow the factory score cards.
If u are playing to maximise points versus playing for long balls, score cards are the way.
Also, the centre shot straight up the middle where you lock balls under Magneto will get u multiball and with it lots of points. The list goes on.
I don't play for points every game otherwise some shots on some pinballs get too repetitive.
I try to get as many modes as possible and all the different audio and dot matrix displays with it.
See if the score cards help.
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PLAYED THE WALKING DEAD PRO TONIGHT
Played the game at Timezone and I really liked it.
It feels like and plays like a widebody cause of the design.
The audio and dots are excellent. The insert LEDs and all the general illumination LEDs are awesome not to mention the many hidden Leds n flashers hidden everywhere like in the jail house and under ramps etc etc etc.
The machine is finished really really well.
The bright white LEDs on the playfield take a little to get used to but do look amazing and really light the machine up.
Some will change a few whites to red or green or blue, but any small mod like that will be a great enhancement.
THE BASH TOY is interactive. It leans back exposing red bright LEDs on the Pro model and is fun to hit.
The jailhouse doors opening up and the zombie appearing is very cool.
If u like the theme and u like a zombie games with a fast wide open playfield with plenty to shoot for, I reckon u will like this pinball machine. I loved it cause I loved the show and I really like John Borgs design and flow. This gamei makes u chase your shots carefully and is fun.
I went there ready to admit that if I didn't like it, I would report that, but I did like it a lot.
Its different to X Men and Star Trek and ACDC etc, so that was a big attraction to me.
I reckon if you like wide open n fast, u will like this.
Audio and artwork are awesome.
Hope others get to play it and enjoy it .
..It was a given...
It was a given that only you would say it was a given ! %.%
I enjoyed Walking Dead.
I played the latest version of Ironman. It was even more wide open playfield.
Ironman is a beautiful looking game but it was too open for me. If I bought a 2nd hand one at the right price I would add it for others to play.
I played Star Trek LE and The Premium version. Didn't mind them but had more fun on Mustang Pro and Walking Dead.
Not every Stern game is going to be a keeper, even to a Stern fan. That's a given.
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Went and played The Walking Dead Pro again at Timezone Surfers Paradise tonight. First night was Sat night and then again tonight cause I wanted to hear the audio on the various pinnys which is impossible on a busy sat night...
I found out that they have 2 x Walking Dead Pros inside, I found another Walking Dead pinny next to a second Mustang Pro I found on the other side of the games centre. Also found another Star Trek Premium and another new Ironman Pro.
I enjoyed the Walking Dead even more tonight being a quiter Sunday night and I could hear all the excellent audio.
I am loving this Walking Dead Pro. Finding much more depth and much more shots . Really enjoyable.
Also, Star Trek LE number 640 caught on FIRE literally. The coil under the starship locked on and the smoke and fire started. And when I say smoke, I mean farkin heaps of it. I turned it off instantly and told the attendant. I honestly reckon if this game was left on or restarted for another 30 or 60 seconds, Star Trek LE no 640 would have burnt to the ground and taken all the other pins with it. You think they unplugged it, or put a sign up, No ! Just switched it off only. Prime example of a game played 12 to 16 hrs a day, 7 days a week and never serviced.
Anyway, Walking Dead was fun, we had a blast and was worth the 2nd trip for sure.
Flippers on all the machines down there seem weak. Something I don't like about sited machines that get more games in a day at Surfers Paradise Timezone than a game would get in a year at somebody's house.
The 2 x Walking Dead Pros were running flat out and surprisingly , women seem to love this zombie theme.
I heard one girl telling her husband to add it to their collection.
Now, that's a really decent wife if I could ever say so !
Zombie zombie zombie. Lol $#$
P.S - Mustang Pro was really fun. The Pro has an excellent playfield lightshow if I have ever seen one. If u like car themed pinnys, u would prob love Mustang Pro .
After playing Mustang Pro, I want one to add next to the Walking Dead Pro.
Had a blast !
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The first photo is my game, first wolverine figure where the arm fell off during gameplay.
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PLAYED THE WALKING DEAD PRO TONIGHT
Played the game at Timezone and I really liked it.
It feels like and plays like a widebody cause of the design.
The audio and dots are excellent. The insert LEDs and all the general illumination LEDs are awesome not to mention the many hidden Leds n flashers hidden everywhere like in the jail house and under ramps etc etc etc.
The machine is finished really really well.
The bright white LEDs on the playfield take a little to get used to but do look amazing and really light the machine up.
Some will change a few whites to red or green or blue, but any small mod like that will be a great enhancement.
THE BASH TOY is interactive. It leans back exposing red bright LEDs on the Pro model and is fun to hit.
The jailhouse doors opening up and the zombie appearing is very cool.
If u like the theme and u like a zombie games with a fast wide open playfield with plenty to shoot for, I reckon u will like this pinball machine. I loved it cause I loved the show and I really like John Borgs design and flow. This game makes u chase your shots carefully and is fun.
I went there ready to admit that if I didn't like it, I would report that, but I did like it a lot.
Its different to X Men and Star Trek and ACDC etc, so that was a big attraction to me.
I reckon if you like wide open n fast, u will like this.
Audio and artwork are awesome.
Hope others get to play it and enjoy it .
..It was a given...
I have played it, it looks nice in the flesh and the artwork was very good.
Unfortunately this is where it ends for the moment with this game.
Needs major code work, audio is very poor and callouts are awful.
It has a good game in it wanting to come out but needs major code work and a revision on audio.
The bash toy was just another bash toy...meh
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Some games u play and u like them instantly, or not.
I have added all this detail/few posts for those who haven't played the game yet but are interested in this new title so u can get a feel for the game if u want to read a bit of my experience or feedback so far.
For me, the first time I walked up to the Walking Dead machine, I loved the look and feel of the playfield layout.
Firstly, the large amount of white bright LEDs all over the playfield against the earthy tones of the playfield was distinctively different to any Stern I have seen before. The playfield has a lot more shots than the eye sees when u first look at it. Only when u play it, do you realise there is quite a few lane ways and feedback lanes and full orbit shots that you don't see until u play it.
The jailhouse doors which open with the large zombie head is cool. The hidden red Led flashers inside the jailhouse that light up a lot during gameplay is a nice colour contrast. I also found that the magnet which sits INFRONT of the jailhouse grabs the ball and throws the ball backwards and forwards. I found the audio and code to be excellent even though it is early code but there is a lot of variation already, espescially with the excellent dot matrix annimations.
Another shot I discovered was that you can shoot the ball back into the shooter lane by another unseen lane etc.
Some people may change a few of the white only LEDs on some inserts to maybe a blood red if u wanted to do some really cool Led mods to personalise your own game. I am not sure how many or if I would change the Leds etc, but its a thought. I think a few red LEDs would look amazing, maybe one or two blue or green somewhere would set each other colour right off. There are a massive amount of inserts.
I found the ramp shots to be fast and not too easy or hard.
I think I have learnt about 30 percent about the Pro with a few dozen games. The more I play it I think I will find more and more to like.
The only criticism is that the noise levels at Timezone are so loud, u can't even hear the Callouts or audio much at all... I went there on a Sunday night, the quietest time of the week, so I am at a loss to see how anyone could detail or praise or criticise the audio and Callouts cause you can't hear any of it properly over all the background noise.
Playing any machine without being able to hear the audio music or Callouts will cut in half your enjoyment for sure.
The sooner all the first batch of Pros reach people's homes after AMD gets its first container in, the quicker I think we will start seeing some glowing reports from new owners. I would be surprised if any owners declare they don't like it in the first few weeks etc. Maybe someone will, but I reckon people who love the show are going to love the game cause it is sooo different and it looks so dam nice overall.
I am hoping this thread gets full of videos and photos from new Walking a Dead owners.
What I am waiting for most is the www.pinballnews.com.au full game review with all its photos n glory.
One thing I would do to the Well Walker a Bash Toy, is that I would add some bright red paint with a little paint brush to brighten him up a bit with more gore and blood colour. I think you could even add a few black spots or marks to the Well Walker toy as well to give it some more contrast and rotten black flesh bits n pieces. Other than that, I can't think of anything I would add except the factory topper and maybe the little fish tank from the LE model if Stern sells it as a spare part. Fun times ahead.
I did take some photos on my i.phone and have to work out how to add them when I get some time.
Looking forward to the AMD container. Then we will see a whack of owners with the Pro and a little later the LE models.
Also, the new Walking Dead show/season is great. Great timing from Stern.
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I'd get one of these toppers if I had the game.
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10152779465289244&id=136972659243
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For Adelaide members, Dickesons at Edwardstown are getting a Pro and a Premium in for hire-outs and siting.
The Pro will be here in a few weeks and the Premium later in the year.
They are the SA agents for AMD so the price is the same as the price on the AMD website + shipping of approx $160
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I'd get one of these toppers if I had the game.
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10152779465289244&id=136972659243
Is that the new video of the interactive topper on Sterns Facebook page ?
If so, very cool.
Stern offering for people to win a TWD Pinball machine soon in one of their competitions.
How good is that !
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Just realised that the upgrade on the Stern Walking Dead Pro
MAY include
Side armour, 4 legs, lockdown bar, with fire button added, and perhaps the upgraded ? Translite.
On the Stern Facebook page I noticed the listing has slightly changed and the photo shows now the upgraded translite etc.
I may be wrong, but that's how I have interpreted it.
At $499 it's looking more attractive if it includes all of the above......
AMD will do a global email when they have fixed pricing etc.
I took some great photos of the Walking Dead Pro but have to learn how to upload from my I.phone.
Anyone got any helpful advice on how to use this dam I. Phone ?
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iPhone makes it easy to upload pics firstly get the app Tapatalk and its free :) it's a great forum manager.
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I have played xmen at the pinball comp and am not a fan. But I don't know what to do. I spend a lot of ball time but feel I'm not a achieving anything. What's a strategy to max points on this game? I'm seeing good score being 20m+ and I'm achieving more like the 12-15m and decent game time.
The easiest way Rob to get high scores on X Men or any Stern is to follow the factory score cards.
If u are playing to maximise points versus playing for long balls, score cards are the way.
Also, the centre shot straight up the middle where you lock balls under Magneto will get u multiball and with it lots of points. The list goes on.
I don't play for points every game otherwise some shots on some pinballs get too repetitive.
I try to get as many modes as possible and all the different audio and dot matrix displays with it.
See if the score cards help.
thanks will give it a try
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New code released today for The Walking Dead pinball machines.
Apparently quite a few nice enhancements
www.sternpinball.com
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A friend in the USA just sent me some video of the new enhancements to her The Walking Dead Pro and the annimations on the DMD are killer !
The flashing lights on the interactive factory topper are also cool.
Some select people have got a factory topper already although not really 100 percent released yet.
Reading the Pro "Read Me" file, there have been a lot of code updates incl lighting changes to make the game a little darker and not so bright on the playfield with all the white insert LEDs.
This game is just getting better.
When I download the Tapatalk app, I will upload photos and some videos for everyone.
This game looks sensational.
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My beautiful son Hunter playing the Walking Dead and having a blast.
At almost 5 yrs, he is a pinball champ.
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More photos when I dump Virgin Mobile forever tomorrow.
On the Gold Coast, their coverage being Optus based is farkin PATHETIC.
Richard Brandson should spend more time fixing his companies than doing daily Public Relation stunts. Lol
Anyway, more photos soon. ^^^
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Love the focus on Hunter's face mate, future champ in the making.....
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Who the hell is Richard Brandson?
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Love the focus on Hunter's face mate, future champ in the making.....
Thanks Pete. Hunter loves this game. He was having a rage .
He started playing pinball at three yrs of age.
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Who the hell is Richard Brandson?
Owner of Virgin companies . Owns Vigin mobile.
Also owns a recently blown up spaceship that exploded over California. USA.
Richard Branson is a billionaire.
Wonder if he has pinball machines ?
He needs a Walking Dead Pro.
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Owner of Virgin companies . Owns Vigin mobile.
Virgin Mobile Australia is 100% owned by Optus
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Oh....Richard Branson, the guy who founded virgin records and signed the sex pistols.
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Owner of Virgin companies . Owns Vigin mobile.
Virgin Mobile Australia is 100% owned by Optus
The man must have sold out to Optus cause I remember Richard Branson on TV doing the media rounds when he started Virgin Mobile. Virgin mobile is in many many countries so he must still own the majority of the overseas ones if he sold the Aussie company to Optus.
I am still searching the Internet to see if Richard Branson owns any pinball machines. Might have to contact his secretary. Lol
Back to The Walking Dead, anyone got any new news from overseas or Australia ? !@#
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For Adelaide members, Dickesons at Edwardstown are getting a Pro and a Premium in for hire-outs and siting.
The Pro will be here in a few weeks and the Premium later in the year.
They are the SA agents for AMD so the price is the same as the price on the AMD website + shipping of approx $160
Nice one, Boots. Can't wait to play it. I spoke to Ray Dickeson a few months ago and he said he is not distributing pinballs any longer. People were putting them out on site then whenever it broke down they would get him to go out and fix it under warranty. Even if was just an insert globe that had blown. His whole profit margin gone in 2 or 3 call outs.
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Some people in the land of Oz received their Walking Dead Pros today.
Stern advised on Facebook that the factory toppers are going to be released for worldwide sale from 15.11.2014 from the Stern shop.
AMD still to advise if they will be allowed to bring in stock directly for factory mods.
Almost everyone in the USA I have spoken to has ordered the factory topper and other mods.
LE production is apparently in full swing.
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Love the focus on Hunter's face mate, future champ in the making.....
This should have read, thankyou Michael, not Pete. Lol
Nothing like Alzheimer's at 45 yrs. lol ^&^
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The Walking Dead LE is arriving at Timezone Surfers Paradise next week ^^^
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Oh....Richard Branson, the guy who founded virgin records and signed the sex pistols.
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Wasnt Malcom Mclaren that signed Sex Pistols.
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Oh....Richard Branson, the guy who founded virgin records and signed the sex pistols.
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Wasnt Malcom Mclaren that signed Sex Pistols.
As band manager yes... Virgin signed them to press records. They had already been signed and dropped by EMI & AMI by then though. Branson did pioneer much of the Krautrock we know of today, FAUST being one of my favourites. What put Virgin into most record collections though was the release of Tubular Bells... this was huge for them..
.. Now then, whats this got to do with zombie pinballs??.. absolutely nothing... now move along the lot of you..
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fish tank topper looks great ()
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Stern Pinball, Walking Dead Pinball Gameplay and Rules
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fish tank topper looks great ()
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Yep that's one of the coolest mods I have seen!
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fish tank topper looks great ()
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Yep that's one of the coolest mods I have seen!
Someone tell me that the zombie head in the middle doesn't look exactly like Hitler !
Or my x wife. Lol %.%
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Love the focus on Hunter's face mate, future champ in the making.....
This should have read, thankyou Michael, not Pete. Lol
Nothing like Alzheimer's at 45 yrs. lol ^&^
Haha, all good mate. I know you're getting old........ *)*
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I enjoyed the Stern TW Dead Pro Pinball movie. Rules n Shotxmaps etc.
Easy to go to www.sternpinball.com and click on games then click on TWD title then click on Videos.
LE video being released soon as well.
The topper Fish tank is sooo cool. Would be worth adding a arrow snapped off to one of the floating heads, or even a Bowey knife for extra gore.
Soo many mods for this title.....
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The Walking Dead LIMITED EDITION has arrived at Timezone Surfers Paradise #*#
Up and running and ready for play !!
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Excellent. Thanx Rob.
Going to have a look this next few days for sure.
Just noticed something on the LE cabinet artwork I hadn't seen before... There is zombie hands reaching thru the gaps in the cabinet artwork AND even some partial face/eyes peering thru as well on the left back of the cabinet side and a face on the bottom of the headbox with eyes looking thru the gaps as well as more hands and fingers hanging out everywhere. I have to check for more details when I see the game up close at the arcade.
LE looks great.
Also, found this website for some Walking Dead fun products
www.shopthewalkingdead.com
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Went down to Zac's for a Peek @ TWD, No intentions to buy, played really nice, the rest is history & everyone is happy at home, Just in time for the latest episode tonight ()
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Great Score Luke ^^^ ^^^
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Congratulations. Excellent pin.
Will stand out in any collection as a very cool machine indeed.
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Congrats on your new game enjoy :)
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Forgot to ask.
Luke, you got the Pro right.
Any photos once u set up your new baby would be cool. ^^^
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Played the pro tonight at Amusement4kids in W.A.
Fun game with some fantastic feeling shots via ramps which disappear behind the back of play field and a difficult shot back into the shooter lane for extra ball( when lit). Overall it Looks pretty good but the lighting of inserts is a bit monotone. Bit of a drain master, but I like a quick game.
Some great DMD animations and it is FULL of toys, thank god roll overs are coming back, but very under used in this game. Bring on WNBJM .
Looking forward to the LE and see if that makes a difference.
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A few coloured LEDs on the Pro will overcome the total whiteout of the white mostly LEDs from the inserts.
Looking forward to experimenting with a few inserts on the Pro, but not too many otherwise the pin loses its originality and factory feel. I feel cool white may have been a better choice than ultra brights......
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A few coloured LEDs on the Pro will overcome the total whiteout of the white mostly LEDs from the inserts.
Looking forward to experimenting with a few inserts on the Pro, but not too many otherwise the pin loses its originality and factory feel. I feel cool white may have been a better choice than ultra brights......
Its a zombie pin and Stern go and make majority of lighting pure white.
If you're not scratching your head on that... then you don't have one.
Congrats on the pick up Luke.. early Xmas present!!
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Thanks Fellas,
1st NIB was a nice experience, There has been alot of different opinions about the TWD some luv it & a lot saying more could have been done & lost opportunity's etc, I really think opinions are changing & this is going to be a great Stern game, Out of the box std code & this is a awesome game more than happy, Straight up had some solid games & good score & decent ball time then the usual stinkers, Wife & kids had some fair ball time also & they like it, Well walker is big but not in the way, still plenty of room to place your shots around him, Leveled the machine perfect & set pitch @ 6.5 SDTM weren't a massive issue as per reports, After loosing $ on the woz debacle & the PO rubbish, Great feeling driving home, In stock paid loaded up & playing it all in a morning's outing ^^^ If your sitting on the pinball fence about this title go & play one, dealers have them on display & they are on location.
all the best.
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Went and played The Pro version at Dickeson's today, machine looks great and plays great.
Never played a brand new machine before, very nice.
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Thanks Fellas,
1st NIB was a nice experience, There has been alot of different opinions about the TWD some luv it & a lot saying more could have been done & lost opportunity's etc, I really think opinions are changing & this is going to be a great Stern game, Out of the box std code & this is a awesome game more than happy, Straight up had some solid games & good score & decent ball time then the usual stinkers, Wife & kids had some fair ball time also & they like it, Well walker is big but not in the way, still plenty of room to place your shots around him, Leveled the machine perfect & set pitch @ 6.5 SDTM weren't a massive issue as per reports, After loosing $ on the woz debacle & the PO rubbish, Great feeling driving home, In stock paid loaded up & playing it all in a morning's outing ^^^ If your sitting on the pinball fence about this title go & play one, dealers have them on display & they are on location.
all the best.
Good for you Luke. Fantastic choice and experience. Great to see something good come out of the WOZ debacle. I'm looking forward to playing this machine as well
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Switch problem?
EDIT: fixed youtube link
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I would update the code to start with.
Then I would check the crossbox isn't loose somewhere or over tightened somewhere.
Then I would stop playing with it unless you have it in proper test mode with the playfield angle set perfectly.
It might be a factory adjustment issue, but some people touch and stuff around with things trying to work them out and can do more harm then good. I am sure an adjustment will fix the issue.
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Forgot to ask.
Luke, you got the Pro right.
Any photos once u set up your new baby would be cool. ^^^
Yep Pro ()
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& a few more, Great machine, Never thought i would get a stern, could be the 1st of a few %$%
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Excellent. Well done n thanks for the photos.
Buying brand new in box is special. Just like buying a brand new car but probably even better.
Stern makes a excellent pin these days and TWDead is awesome visually and has some really cool features.
The barn doors with the huge zombie head is unreal. The way the barn lights up with red LEDs inside it is very cool.
So many things going for it.
The audio is way cool and makes u think of the cool TV show.
Dot matrix annimations are great as well.
It's only when u play one that u realise its a great package that's very well thought out.
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A well done stern game play vid ()
http://youtu.be/phBTNGSd0kA
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Glad you are enjoying your new game.
It would have been nice if this game truly represents the twd universe, where it fails by a long shot
As it is it is just an ok playing game with some stickers and noise from the tv show in a generic zombie game.
Shame.
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Nice Luke
Great game and NIB is definately a great experience. Anyone in Melbourne looking for a game there is one on site at the retreat hotel in Brunswick
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Glad you are enjoying your new game.
It would have been nice if this game truly represents the twd universe, where it fails by a long shot
As it is it is just an ok playing game with some stickers and noise from the tv show in a generic zombie game.
Shame.
Daz did ya have to go and rain on a mans happy parade ?
C'mon dude, sometimes nothing is better than negative.
Just sayin respectfully...
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New movie on Sterns site about The Walking Dead.
Great movie !
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Took some photos whilst at TimeZone Surfers incl LE The Walking Dead plus all the other machines that are onsite !
Pinball heaven for New Sterns !
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WTF is that?? Everyone knows you are meant to screw the "NEW ARRIVAL" sign to the side of the back box..
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And that's the pinball tour of Surfers Paradise TimeZone which has multiple copies of
The Walking Dead Pro
Star Trek Pro
Ironman Vault Edition
Mustang Pro
And all the others incl all the latest LE models of everything STERN , all pictured for your enjoyment.
$20 gets you a few hours of unlimited pinball play on whatever tickles your fancy.
I played the LE TWDead today. It's fun.
But for the $$, the Pro is better value in my mind. Excellent bang for your buck at $7.000 - 7 grand.
The Mustang Pro and Star Trek Pro are also dam excellent machines.
Hope you interstate guys enjoyed the tour.
That's how I spent my Monday arvo, playing all these Sterns.
Life is hard but someone had to keep an eye on the machines so the schoolies didn't wreck them. Lol
I saw one teenager walk up to the machines and he asked me what they were.
I told him they were pinball machines. He still didn't know what I meant.
Anyway. That's Timezone full of pinnys and the Walking Dead pinnys were fun to play as usual. ^^^
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Thanks for the pics Brett, TZ up at your way has a great setup, ^^^
have to see a chiro Tmo #@#
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That row of matching red displays make the machines look naff.
Little wonder that teenagers show such a lack of interest in them.
It would be like trying to convince them to swap an iPhone 6 for a Nokia 3210.
C'mon Gary, Let There Be Colour!
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I saw one teenager walk up to the machines and he asked me what they were.
I told him they were pinball machines. He still didn't know what I meant.
Call the teen The Walking Dead!
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In reality you hardly look at the DMD when u are playing so to me the modern beautiful red DMD still looks great.
The colour DMD screens do look great if u are a spectator ofcourse, and also look nice, but you spend such a small time looking at them that it never seems to worry me that much.
What would the cost be to manufacture and program a full colour DMD be compared to a Std red only DMD ?
The price the companies are charging for them seems to be a money grab at $450 plus.
Does anyone know for sure if Stern are going to do a colour DMD ? And apart from cost ? Is there any reason why it hasn't happened ? Surely the full colour DMD must be a lot more money to manufacturer and program compared to std red one colour ?
Does it really make such a huge difference that you would pay extra $$ for one ?
I guess people want them as std these days ?
Wonder what the technical arguments for and against are ? Probably only cost ?
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I don't see any value in Stern pro games nib at all, at $7100 they are over-priced and lose at least 1k as soon as it's out of the box.
At around 5k 2nd hand they are a fair buy but not nib.
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I'd like to see more of these sites. Speaking to operators, it is VERY difficult at the moment to achieve a return on investment quickly enough to keep up with the new releases.
If Stern used the "JB Hi Fi" business model and made more games in a production run, and sold them cheaper - bit in higher volume - everyone is happy. $7000 for a pro is too steep. I think Stern are "money grabbing" here. Stimulate the pinball economy like they did with AC/DC Pro and get more games into more locations.
Color DMD would look awesome.
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Gotta agree $5900 NIB for acdc was a great price point :) now to expensive.
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I don't see any value in Stern pro games nib at all, at $7100 they are over-priced and lose at least 1k as soon as it's out of the box.
At around 5k 2nd hand they are a fair buy but not nib.
That's a better percentage loss than any car or jetski or motorbike.
For the BNIB price, u know you are getting brand new which is a lot better than buying a sited machine that already has a year or three worth of commercial wear on it.
Opening a brand new pin is worth the extra money to most.
Buying a low usage home use only machine is worthwhile but only if it's local and the new decals don't get scratched in the transit home.
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Gotta agree $5900 NIB for acdc was a great price point :) now to expensive.
Yeh we went from $1.13 USA to a crappy .87 cents.
I am amazed we aren't paying more than what we are for the Pro models.
I think I paid $6100 for the ACDC Pro which was without delivery and a shaker motor.
Then when X Men Pro came out it was $6400 plus shaker and delivery.
Star Trek was priced at the time at around $6700 plus etc.
Mustang was $6900 plus etc.
Walking Dead was $7000 incl shaker for repeat cash customers who had purchased a few machines before.
So you can see how the price has slowly risen with the now absolute crap Australian Dollar.
It's about a 26 percent difference in the Australian dollar since ACDC but we are only paying about 14 percent more for the current Pro according to my calculations so the prices are currently less than what our Aussie dollar would normally dictate.
If you are going to sell a new Stern after a few years u still get a very good percentage back.
Example, u buy at $7,000 now and u sell for $5500 in a few years when people can't buy that pin anymore brand new.
That's a loss of apx 18 to 20 percent if my math is correct. Or $15 a week over 2 years or $10 a week over 3 years.
So it's like renting a BNIB for $10 or $15 a week for 2 or 3 years.
That's good value considering. That's only my opinion ofcourse. Lol
Better than watching the wives waste it on handbags and stuff ! .....
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Gotta agree $5900 NIB for acdc was a great price point :) now to expensive.
Yeh we went from $1.13 USA to a crappy .87 cents.
I am amazed we aren't paying more than what we are for the Pro models.
I think I paid $6100 for the ACDC Pro which was without delivery and a shaker motor.
Then when X Men Pro came out it was $6400 plus shaker and delivery.
Star Trek was priced at the time at around $6700 plus etc.
Mustang was $6900 plus etc.
Walking Dead was $7000 incl shaker for repeat cash customers who had purchased a few machines before.
So you can see how the price has slowly risen with the now absolute crap Australian Dollar.
It's about a 26 percent difference in the Australian dollar since ACDC but we are only paying about 14 percent more for the current Pro according to my calculations so the prices are currently less than what our Aussie dollar would normally dictate.
If you are going to sell a new Stern after a few years u still get a very good percentage back.
Example, u buy at $7,000 now and u sell for $5500 in a few years when people can't buy that pin anymore brand new.
That's a loss of apx 18 to 20 percent if my math is correct. Or $15 a week over 2 years or $10 a week over 3 years.
So it's like renting a BNIB for $10 or $15 a week for 2 or 3 years.
That's good value considering. That's only my opinion ofcourse. Lol
Better than watching the wives waste it on handbags and stuff ! .....
Aus$ is still good at .87C... the world economy wants to see it go back to around 75C. The unusually high price at above or equal to the US$ went on for way longer than anyone anticipated. It was good while it lasted but it was never going to stay there.
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I don't see any value in Stern pro games nib at all, at $7100 they are over-priced and lose at least 1k as soon as it's out of the box.
At around 5k 2nd hand they are a fair buy but not nib.
That's a better percentage loss than any car or jetski or motorbike.
For the BNIB price, u know you are getting brand new which is a lot better than buying a sited machine that already has a year or three worth of commercial wear on it.
Opening a brand new pin is worth the extra money to most.
Buying a low usage home use only machine is worthwhile but only if it's local and the new decals don't get scratched in the transit home.
I'm not interested in cars, jetskis or motorbikes...2nd hand or brand new.
Never scratched decals moving a 2nd hand pin home yet, touch wood.
Would never consider a nib Stern pro again at the price they are( and they will only get more expensive) when 5k tops will grab one easy 2nd hand down the road.
Yeah you know what your getting with a nib Stern pro ... a watered down version of a game at top dollar with incomplete code.
At 7k if you really want the game new and a Premium is available grab that and get the full game, otherwise go the LE road or check out some of the other manufacturers.
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Something interesting in the zombie fish tank.
Apparently one of the zombie heads is a teaser to a future Stern title..........
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Pic is from a pinside post
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The AC/DC Pro was a marketing stroke of Genius to the Aussie Market. The AUS$ was $1.07 (March 2012) - 0.97c (May 2012). this was more of a coincidence that worked VERY well. The idea of dropping the price for the Aussie market was to stimulate the pinball economy. I remember it well as dealers were jumping over each other to become Stern retailers to cash in on this bonanza.
AC/DC = Aussie band = BIG sales in Australia. Drop the wholesale price and pass it on to consumers = "The JB Hi Fi" Sales model. Sell cheap, but sell in volume = more profit + stimulate the market. It worked VERY VERY well - and it helped that the game is an absolute cracker to play.
The AUS$ is affecting the price, but Stern can repeat what they did with AC/DC if they wanted to.
For AUS$7000 - I'd expect a Walking Dead LE with colour display. It can be done, but it would reduce profits.
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On some of the Stern games I have seen the value in going to a LE or Premium.
I didn't see the value on X Men or ACDC, or Mustang. The Pro was excellent.
Even on Star Trek I didn't see the value in going up to a Premium or LE.
It's the same with the Walking Dead Pro. The Brown LE is not a massive jump at all. Very subtle differences only from a playing point of view. Visually, a different story.
I also reckon the resale on a Pro is better pro-rata and a Pro is much easier to sell because people always want much more for the LE espescially.
I don't see the LE as a fully featured game and a Pro as being a big drop in features.
The way I look at it, is you play the Pro first and say, OK, that's a great game, then you play the LE and say, OK, I see the few extras they have thrown in. They make the Pro first, get it great, then improve it slightly. They don't build the LE first then take stuff away then make the Pro ! I have spoken with Borgy from Stern on this. The Pro is always designed first and action packed. His approach to how he designs and sees a game is very intelligent. Steve Ritchie does it differently. He actually designs two different games from the get go. Different styles, different results but both are excellent at the finish. Borgy is probably the best designer on the planet at the moment. Johns work rate is double compared to Steve when u look at amount of titles over the past five years.
The difference in price doesn't seem to offer anymore than a 10 or 15 percent increase in features.
It's definately not a 40 or 50 percent feature difference that's for sure. 7 grand on a BNIB is one thing. $10,000 or $10,500 is a completely different ball game altogether. I just don't see me ever buying a LE. The Stern Pro is always excellent value for money and still feature packed.
Just play the Pro Walking Dead versus the LE and I am sure most would agree the feature difference is only slight.
I feel that way about the last 5 or 6 titles. Pro has been to me, a exceptional game for the money.
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The AC/DC Pro was a marketing stroke of Genius to the Aussie Market. The AUS$ was $1.07 (March 2012) - 0.97c (May 2012). this was more of a coincidence that worked VERY well. The idea of dropping the price for the Aussie market was to stimulate the pinball economy. I remember it well as dealers were jumping over each other to become Stern retailers to cash in on this bonanza.
AC/DC = Aussie band = BIG sales in Australia. Drop the wholesale price and pass it on to consumers = "The JB Hi Fi" Sales model. Sell cheap, but sell in volume = more profit + stimulate the market. It worked VERY VERY well - and it helped that the game is an absolute cracker to play.
The AUS$ is affecting the price, but Stern can repeat what they did with AC/DC if they wanted to.
For AUS$7000 - I'd expect a Walking Dead LE with colour display. It can be done, but it would reduce profits.
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Yeh, spot on.
Hope the colour DMD etc etc part comes true.
Just so glad Stern and JJP and others are battling it out.
We all win with competition and the extra features it brings the end consumer !
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New code is up for TWD.
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Well, just updated the code, 11pm now, can't play it till tomorrow night, everyone is asleep &^&
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Ok, very cool
Looking forward to your thoughts. ^^^
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With the new code in this game is has changed straight up, Skill shot awards & dots have changed, walker girl in skill shot BTW wife says it looks like young sophia in the show gets her head blown off if you hit SS right, I haven't played many games yet, but pretty excited to see heaps more new dots, the difference in code update is mind blowing really, referring to all the changes to the display dots/graphics etc fkn Unreal () Cant play the game deep enof to see the changes in the modes #@# call outs seem the same so far, I have no issue with the fake call outs, They blend in & suit the game honorably, opinions on this have been blown way out by others IMHO, This game was already a hit out of the box with the std code & I'm only playing the pro the LE must be Awesome, IMO this is going to be one of sterns best games, Borg has done a fantastic job with the PF lay out, I know others have canned the crap out of it, Everything fits perfect, Every shot is satisfying & positioned well, the tight shots are hard to hit but when you do its rewarding, The pops are positioned spot on, yes the ball gets hung up alot, both ramp shots are killer, long, smooth & flowing, SDTM drains for the prison magnet is way better than previous code, magnet pulsates randomly now, wife & i cant stop playing the game & its only going to get better with new code & me playing deeper, Well done stern top effort yes that's coming from a B/W lover.
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Excellent feedback. Agree everything is very cool. Borgy is a great designer. Best on the planet right now.
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Well thanks to a very generous forum member Luke (skywalker) I got to play this game today :) and I gotta say I loved it. Awesome dots and great soundtrack and quirky call outs. I didn't find it as brutal as others have said but it can be if you have slow reflexes lol. It also has some great orbit shots and very fast ramp combos. The well bash toy is actually fun to hit and doesn't really block the prison. Thanks again Luke you have an awesome collection including my first ever game on WOZ :)
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Well done guys.
A lot of people are buying this game after having one play.
It will go down as one of Sterns best thought out packages.
Just on looks alone it keeps drawing you back in.
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Sterns website spare parts n accessories shop on their website showing all the Walking Dead mods for sale now. ^^^
Walking Dead T Shirts as well with Pinball mentioned on them in a few very cool colours n looks.
Xmas present ideas !
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Order placed and can't wait :) hopefully I'm not to late for a topper :)
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Everything Walking Dead from Stern should be for sale for a long time.
But I guess securing a topper before the pinball wouldn't be a bad idea so u definately never ever miss out.
I will put a order thru now as well. Best to be safe than sorry.
Will send a email to AMD to see if they are able to get the factory mods or if u have to go to Stern direct only... Will advise once I get a reply email.
Did you order a Pro as well Pete ?
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^^^Yes mate I ordered a pro last Thursday its arriving in the container that arrives at AMD on the 12th so hopefully I get it before Xmas :) Bruce said he has 56 games to get out before Xmas and then there's more containers arriving late January, with the new code and exposure at expo maybe? there selling shit loads. I emailed Michael about a topper so I should here something tomorrow as the topper is a "must have".
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^^^Yes mate I ordered a pro last Thursday its arriving in the container that arrives at AMD on the 12th so hopefully I get it before Xmas :) Bruce said he has 56 games to get out before Xmas and then there's more containers arriving late January, with the new code and exposure at expo maybe? there selling shit loads. I emailed Michael about a topper so I should here something tomorrow as the topper is a "must have".
Well done.
Stern USA emailed me back today.
They advise to order all the Walking Dead factory mods n toppers from AMD.
I am waiting for pricing/delivery costs from AMD so will share as soon as I get the exact shipping costs for my topper.
Again congrats Pete. Take some photos of all your pins. Love to see the latest collection. ^^^
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$#$ $#$ $#$ $#$ $#$ $#$
AMD gave me prices.
Interactive Zombie 3 Head Topper is $500 plus gst
The shooter nob is $120 plus gsty
The factory printed side panel/mirror blades $120 plus gst
The Full Body Armour is $600 plus gst
(Armour incl 2 x side rails 2 x hinges lockdown bar and 4 legs etc)
Shipping from Sydney AMD will be calculated upon request.
The USA price for the topper is $399 USA dollars plus shipping , so by the time u add the difference in the Aust $, then add shipping to Australia, the price of $500 from AMD seems very reasonable.
Apparently these are selling like hotcakes.
If u order from AMD, they would prefer a 50% deposit which again seems reasonable.
Well done Stern and AMD ! $#$
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Topper ordered :) it's a must have I reckon.
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Checkout this mod :) Joe does some great stuff
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/zombie-aquarium-mod
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Love to know how much they will be ?
Wonder if Stern will sell their LE fish tank from the Playfield as a spare to people who want one for a Pro ?
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I wonder what the next half baked over-priced title from stern will be?
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I wonder what the next half baked over-priced title from stern will be?
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Nothing you would like by the sounds of it ? Lol
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Toppers leaving Stern :)
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This season( besides from the first ep which was brilliant) would have to be one of the worst in the history of the show but it was cool to see Beth cop a bullet in the head!
Damn she was annoying.
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This season( besides from the first ep which was brilliant) would have to be one of the worst in the history of the show but it was cool to see Beth cop a bullet in the head!
Damn she was annoying.
This season is better than last season - but only just. I think the show is milking the franchise at the moment. A bit like "American Horror Story". First two seasons were amazing, third very good, and now it is absolute rubbish.
One thing that really annoys me in TWD series is the constant "It's your call" on every decision. Armageddon has arrived and everyone is so nice to each other.
bock on topic - Topper is one very expensive addition. A trip into the city to a costume / horror store would land the heads for $50 each, and a trip to an aquarium should be under $75. Pint the inside green and you have a unique topper.
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but it was cool to see Beth cop a bullet in the head!
Damn she was annoying.
Thanks for that..... *.* ^.^
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but it was cool to see Beth cop a bullet in the head!
Damn she was annoying.
Thanks for that..... *.* ^.^
Yeah nice going. Didn't spoil it for me as I'm up to date but nice troll work. :/
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Keep up with the episodes and you wont run the risk of spoilers.
*%*
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Keep up with the episodes and you wont run the risk of spoilers.
*%*
You would have known that you would be spoiling it for some ( including me) when you posted.
You chose to do it none the less
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but it was cool to see Beth cop a bullet in the head!
Damn she was annoying.
Thanks for that..... *.* ^.^
Yeah nice going. Didn't spoil it for me as I'm up to date but nice troll work. :/
Spot on there :/
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Don't people keep up with episodes ? Nothing worse than falling behind and not knowing what has happened. I try to watch them the day after they are aired in the USA. This season needs to be watched as soon as possible as it is "all over the place", and each time I watch an episode, it is like I've missed 3-4 episodes.
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Don't people keep up with episodes ? Nothing worse than falling behind and not knowing what has happened. I try to watch them the day after they are aired in the USA. This season needs to be watched as soon as possible as it is "all over the place", and each time I watch an episode, it is like I've missed 3-4 episodes.
Exactly mate, that last ep of season four is nearly a fortnight old.
It's not my problem people are late to the party.
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Funnily enough the walking dead Facebook people spoilt it for most of the world and copped a hiding.
I always watch it straight away as to not get spoilt but try not to mention stuff anywhere for those who haven't.
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Here's one for you.
I haven't watched the last 12 months meaningly so I can buy the entire disk set for myself for Xmas and have a Walking Dead marathon at home with coke and popcorn and chocolate in hand over the holidays when I have heaps of time.
I have meaningly stayed away from all facebook and Internet sites so I don't get any spoilers.
So it would be appreciated very much if this thread stayed on topic about the pinball only cause I am sure others are a bit behind and are catching up as well.
Maybe a "TV Show TWDead" thread can be started so people don't discuss and spoil the TV stuff for others, pretty please ! Lol
Re the factory topper being expensive, yeh maybe, maybe not, but it's convenient for those who don't want to build there own or muck around with wiring mods they don't have the electronics skill to design and make work without blowing up the machine, lol
Hey guys, when was anything to do with pinball ever not be expensive ? Lol
This pinball hobby at any level is a luxury item/expensive sport/hobby for anyone really.
But, as they say, quality doesn't come cheap. So to me, we all have the best hobby on the planet.
Pinball is the best fun with your clothes on probably. ???... %.%
Anyway, Nino makes a good point for those with time and the skills, making your own topper is also a great idea if you want unique while sharing your inventive and creative skills/ideas.
TWDead, what a dam cool pinny and fun subject.
Sometimes I wish the whole world was really like the Walking Dead, lol. It would be a lot easier without all these modern day responsibilities we all have in this modern world.
Only downside, you would have to play your pinnies connected to a petrol/diesel generator cause electricity would probably be off everywhere. ? Generators are noisy, and so is playing a pinny machine, so here come the zombies who are attracted to noise. Play at your own peril. Lol
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Anyway..... ::)
I am interested to use the Stern topper in my room as an item to put on my wall as memorabilia, Pete if you don't mind mate i would love to have a close look at the topper when you get it before you put it on.
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Anyway..... ::)
I am interested to use the Stern topper in my room as an item to put on my wall as memorabilia, Pete if you don't mind mate i would love to have a close look at the topper when you get it before you put it on.
Yep no drama mate I'm told end of January :) but I'll call you when TWD arrives anyway :)
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Another cash grab from Stern......here comes the premium!
LE buyers must be stoked.... :lol.....premium actually looks better than the LE imo.
This is taken form a Pinside post.
https://www.facebook.com/sternpinball/photos/a.386178974243.167508.136972659243/10152888112404244/?type=1&theater
Here we go - no we wont do it, ah f**k it we did it
Stern Pinball Announces Premium Edition of AMC’s The Walking Dead Pinball
Strong Demand Results in Premium Edition Offering from the World’s Leading Maker of Arcade-Quality Pinball Machines
MELROSE PARK, IL – December 11, 2014 – Stern Pinball, Inc., the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball machines, announced today the availability of the Premium Edition of AMC’s The Walking Dead pinball machine. This is in response to continued strong demand for the title.
The Walking Dead Premium Edition offers the same fan-favorite game play as the sold-out LE model, full of extra features such as additional targets, a special-effect fish tank with illuminated sculpted zombie heads, and a player-controlled motorized crossbow pinball launcher. A new high-definition art package adds to the player’s experience of battling zombies and completing game missions. The Premium Edition rounds out the three model lineup of AMC’s The Walking Dead Pinball, which includes Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models.
“It’s great to see both old and new fans so excited about with The Walking Dead machine, which is why we’re offering the Premium Edition,” said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball.
Pricing and Availability:
Premium Edition: $7,595 (MSRP)
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Yep. Sneaky under handed Stern. I won't be buying a NIB Stern ever again.
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http://youtu.be/w3gtvgDrRJY
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Anyway..... ::)
I am interested to use the Stern topper in my room as an item to put on my wall as memorabilia, Pete if you don't mind mate i would love to have a close look at the topper when you get it before you put it on.
Yep no drama mate I'm told end of January :) but I'll call you when TWD arrives anyway :)
Awesome! Thanks mate.
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I love those Hitler videos!
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I love those Hitler videos!
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me three!
as he says FIRST WORLD PROBLEMS %.% just bring on WNBJM premium?
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The Pro WD looks awesome
The LE WD looks awesome
The Premium looks extra awesome
Glad I hung off ordering the Pro cause I might go thre Premium but want to see it first.
The Govenors Fishtank topper might be too much on this model ? Too many tanks if there could be such a thing as too many heads on display. Lol ???
The cabinet real life colours on the Premium looks very life like.
Backglass or Translite looks very cool.
Anyone cancelling a Pro for a Premium or thinking Premium if you buy ?
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I get to have a close look at an LE next week - confirmed !
I'm going to send an official complaint to Stern if they DIDN'T incorporate Beth's headshot on the artwork.. @@^
Not impressed with the Premium announcement. Bad business lying to your customers, but, I see the positive - the game is that popular that they reconsidered a rerun BUT upgraded it. There would have been more of an outcry if Stern released more LEs ?
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Respectfully, when did Stern lie to its customers ?
Was there an official Stern press release that said they would NOT be building a Premium Walking Dead ?
I will stand corrected but I dont understand how they have lied which is a big call to make about a company that is doing very well and has tottally revamped our industry. Yes I am a huge Stern fan, but I didn't see the lie bit anywhere yet ?
Happy to hear what they formally did say ?
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Photo Premium
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Premium backglass/Translite on a Pro for a mod ??
But the red Pro translite I have is awesome thanks to Sterns competitions.
All backglass/translites look excellent n very interchangeable accross the three models. ??
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This title has some awesome translites :)
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Respectfully, when did Stern lie to its customers ?
Was there an official Stern press release that said they would NOT be building a Premium Walking Dead ?
I will stand corrected but I dont understand how they have lied which is a big call to make about a company that is doing very well and has tottally revamped our industry. Yes I am a huge Stern fan, but I didn't see the lie bit anywhere yet ?
Happy to hear what they formally did say ?
In this instance, they mislead a friend of a customer that forwarded me an extract from a message (either email or FB) ;
"the company is making The Walking Dead in only two: a standard Pro model and a Limited Edition with some special features"
I don't mind that they are making an Premium, and Presidents have told bigger lies - so it is no big deal. But Stern DID say two models and then changed their story to "maybe" for a Premium.
Demand DID change their mind.
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Fair enough
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It just goes to show with anything, that a Premium machine will probably end up being the rarest sold model out of the Pro and LE and Premium on The Walking Dead line up.
Would you still stick a Fishtank topper on the Premium
Or not ?
Or a completely different topper like skulls or a hand gun or Katana Japaneese Sword or something else like a creepy Dead Inside sign or a larger version of the playfield barn with opening doors n a bigger zombie head. So many ideas.
I want to buy a premium translite for the wall and will send off a email.
Anyone else got any topper ideas for the Premium
Model ?
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2nd hand LE's are up for sale already thanks to Stern deciding to bend the pinball community over again with a late Prem announcement after LE games were sold out.
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2nd hand LE's are up for sale already thanks to Stern deciding to bend the pinball community over again with a late Prem announcement after LE games were sold out.
Where?? How much?? There's a NIB on AA!!!
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2nd hand LE's are up for sale already thanks to Stern deciding to bend the pinball community over again with a late Prem announcement after LE games were sold out.
Where?? How much?? There's a NIB on AA!!!
Starting to happen o/s, the trend will continue here.
They always do.
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2nd hand LE's are up for sale already thanks to Stern deciding to bend the pinball community over again with a late Prem announcement after LE games were sold out.
Where?? How much?? There's a NIB on AA!!!
Starting to happen o/s, the trend will continue here.
They always do.
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Ok I though you meant local.
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2nd hand LE's are up for sale already thanks to Stern deciding to bend the pinball community over again with a late Prem announcement after LE games were sold out.
Where?? How much?? There's a NIB on AA!!!
Starting to happen o/s, the trend will continue here.
They always do.
#@#
Ok I though you meant local.
Won't be long before that happens.
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2nd hand LE's are up for sale already thanks to Stern deciding to bend the pinball community over again with a late Prem announcement after LE games were sold out.
It doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand that a Premium in any model may eventuate. No one made any buyer jump in instantly.
There are people who do wait three or four months to see the bigger picture !
It's not like TWD wasn't going to be for sale for only a short time.
Sometimes being a little patient pays off. The Premium models always come after the LE,s have sold out. Didn't hurt to wait a little. I have played the Pro and the LE. Both are excellent.
The Playfield differences are minimal. Whatever model u get, people should be bloody excited cause all art packages look great. The red on the Pro looks awesome and really matches the translite etc.
Premium is nice, but Pro so far is my pick of the bunch for value and looks with this title. Red n blood colours n zombies all go together. Pro suits the theme the best up close and personal.
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Stern did mislead some potential buyers into thinking there would be no Premium, so these buyers ended up forking out the extra $ for a LE. So according to Stern, waiting for a Premium would be a missed opportunity. Do to the theme and the fact the game looks / plays well, some pinheads didn't risk not being able to purchase the game. Now we hear the rumour that the game is supplied with a mirrored backglass, and it turns out to be a translite ?
Whilst the boutique manufacturers hare tripping over themselves, buyer confidence should be turning back to Stern, but they still don't play a fair game. It is indeed a "full moon" in the "new" pinball industry at the moment !
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Stern pros suit operators best imo as they are the cheapest game to site.
As a home game Stern pros just don't cut it for mine, especially at $7100...crazy.
Much better just have a cheaper pro game for operators and a premium for collectors.
Forget all this LE mumbo jumbo.
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Totally disagree that a Stern Pro is not suited for a home collection or isn't good enough.
The Pro machine is designed to be more random, faster ball times and a harder game to play making it a more challenging game which all adds up to value for your buck and great entertainment value.
Just look at TWDead Pro, Mustang Pro, Star Trek Pro, ACDC Pro, X Men Pro to name a few. All excellent models that stand well above hundreds of other previous DMD titles from every manufacturer. I am familiar with most DMD machines and have tried to play the majority.
I reckon I am experienced enough to rate DMD machines close to a reasonable call cause I have owned over fifty different DMD models and have a good knowledge of all 1990,s machines forwards incl owning both Pin2000 models.
The current Pro models at $7100 are still exceptional value for money.
I have played every single Stern model in the last five years incl all the Premium and LE models.
The Recent and current Stern Pro model beats most 1990 model DMDs. The current Sterns are that good.
People should play the various Stern machines and make their own minds up. I am of the belief most would walk away very impressed.
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Took delivery of an LE this afternoon.
Can't do much with it as Stern have released a kit that needs to be installed prior to setup and playing.
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I reckon I am experienced enough to know that Stern pros are over priced cut down versions of a full game.
$7100 for a nib is far from exceptional value no matter which way you want to spin it.
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5/7/9 = Pro/Prem/LE.
Stern are just shortchanging their customers and the few people in the general public who still play pinball onsite by targeting them with a cutback version.
LE's will always sell out over time given the way their distribution channel is structured. Stern would have had the Premium design locked down and ready to go from the beginning.
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I reckon I am experienced enough to know that Stern pros are over priced cut down versions of a full game.
$7100 for a nib is far from exceptional value no matter which way you want to spin it.
Negative shite to me ! But u think what u want.
It's sad u bag everything.
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A Current Pro model is far from a cut down version.
I think that is comical, I really do.
Short cutting, targeting etc etc. The good people at Stern would be laughing in disbelief respectfully and wetting their pants laughing so hard.
I have had a few people email me and have said they aren't going to publically do the brand new in box opening cause they were not wanting to have their special day ruined by negative comments from negative people.
That made me feel pity for people who constantly Stern bash.
It gets old. It made me feel for the people who are happy to be supporting the only company to really keep this industry alive with brand new pinnys this last ten or more years. So many people who look down their nose who couldn't build a paper plane let alone a modern and great new pinny.
Personally, if u like the new models do a post, but if you are saying negative stuff, understand that you come accross as a party spoiler for those who have purchased new Sterns and those people are proud of their purchases.
But Ofcourse what would I know, I only see positive when I wake up each day. I will be negative when I am dead.
Maybe the people in hell might like to hear the negative stuff all day. Lol
I will let u know after I arrive. Lol
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A Current Pro model is far from a cut down version.
I think that is comical, I really do.
Short cutting, targeting etc etc. The good people at Stern would be laughing in disbelief respectfully and wetting their pants laughing so hard
Doesn't matter .... general perception of the 3 model system IS that a PRO is a scaled back LE or Premium. Its the "basic" model and then you have the models with extras.
So some models have and some don't.. no 2 ways about it.
Why is it that any discussion regarding Stern has a negative tag to it just because people express that they don't think Stern have everything absolutely correct with game play... cost.. models.. marketing... build quality etc? Those that only see positive suddenly only see negative when this company is mentioned.
What is it about owning a later model Stern that turns you into a touchy feely big girls blouse?
... Another reason not to own one... they make you soft.
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Well I'm definitely going to do a review of the brand new in box TWD LE- and I'm looking forward to doing this. It is a shame that I can't play the game as the mandatory kit needs to be installed, and we are currently waiting for Stern to send them via their distributors.
Dealers were told that Pros are marketed and priced for operators - but the home market responded well to the price in the past. Speaking to an operator this week, Stern's price on Pro's are no longer value for money. I'm sure Stern will give a positive spin on this, but operators in Melbourne have spoken with their wallets. I'm not sure if this is also related to the change of Distributors in Melbourne ?
I'm looking forward to the unboxing and I'll review the game as I'm a fan of the series and the game looks awesome !
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I reckon I am experienced enough to know that Stern pros are over priced cut down versions of a full game.
$7100 for a nib is far from exceptional value no matter which way you want to spin it.
Negative shite to me ! But u think what u want.
It's sad u bag everything.
I don't bag everything just Sterns shitty business model.
It's sad you only have blinkers on for Stern pros but you know the old saying about a fool and his money being easily parted......you must enjoy playing the fool.
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I don't bag everything just Sterns shitty business model.
It's sad you only have blinkers on for Stern pros but you know the old saying about a fool and his money being easily parted......you must enjoy playing the fool.
You are welcome to your opinion on Stern's business model. Plenty agree, some don't.
You are however *not* welcome to voice such an opinion on another member in that manner. Kindly refrain from any further personal attacks. I suggest you read the forum rules before posting again.
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What is comical is that people feel the necessity of having to "defend" EVERY (and I mean every) perceived slight against a company they have no personal stake in. It really is bizarre. !@#
The mark of a truly representative forum is one that encompasses ALL views, not just the views that must conform to what a minority wants because it keeps their ego inflated. That isn't a democracy, that is an oligarchical autocracy (and we already have a forum in place that follows these principles fastidiously). At the risk of sounding presumptuous, THIS forum was founded on the principles that reinforce a democratic ideology, not some platform with which people can continually trumpet their own favouritism towards a company and pillory/denigrate those who don't agree with their position (paper planes, I mean really?)
Personally I would like to see less NEGATIVE commentary on our forum containing simplistic stereotyping about our judicial/legal system and misogynistic statements about alleged spousal indiscretions, but given my above views that would be hypocritical now, wouldn't it?
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We all have our own passionate views. If I upset you CC or Pinsanity I apologise. Let's leave it at that and keep the thread positive and about pinball.
Other topics are welcome in other threads and we will keep those topics there.
Tomorrow my son turns 5 years old. It will be a proud day for this dad.
We are going down to TimeZone to play a lot of the games and have some fun, espescially the dodgem cars and all the pinnys. Should be a good day.
I hope people who are doing unboxings of new Sterns like TWD keep sharing those special days because it is magical to be a part of it and to see the photos and hear the stories on this great forum.
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Stern have 1000 employees. Whether you agree or disagree with their business model, they are still there after all these years. Let someone come and challenge them with the ultimate business model.
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https://www.facebook.com/sternpinball/posts/10152902535364244
Video from facebook
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If anyone can make the link appear better so the YouTube video appears directly on the post I would appreciate it.
Using a I.phone whilst driving doesn't make posting the video easy. Thanks in advance.
Also, www.amdcoinop.com
Worth a look. Site has some great links
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thankyou mr google,i can look up all those big words i can't even spell.lol
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Big words make u look smarter. Lol %.% not.
You noticed that too Damo.
Anyone got any new The Walking Dead news or unveiling photos ?
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personally i have played the pro and LE and dislike both.both kicked my arse.lol
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Merry Xmas Stern and AMD and all the people (well over 50 people and close to 100 by late Feb) who have bought
The Walking Dead pinball for themselves as a great chrissy present.
Who would have thought a few years ago that zombies would have been one of the worlds most successful TV shows and then such a popular pinball !
That whole thing came right out of left field for sure. It's great Stern was switched on enough to listen to its customer base. Hope that continues this next few years.
Also a big thankyou to the people who have sent me photos and stories of their TWD pinnys. Very cool to see them in collections. This fan was excited to see people's kids playing them and even some ladies enjoying the zombie theme.
The ladies seem to enjoy this theme more than any before it which is very surprising.
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On the news tonight, the Australian dollar has traded the lowest against the USA dollar for a five and a half year basis.
Hopefully the pricing doesn't rise in 2015. Maybe Stern USA will continue to work with our Aussie dealers n keep the price down. I don't mind the $7100 price tag for a brand new Pro but others are wary.
Hope pricing stays where it is. Hope heaps more TWDead pinnys keep coming in. Anything to put pinball on the modern day map for growth.
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Stern announces new mod for its Walking Dead games.
It's a add on tower that goes on the playfield for $99 USA.
It's on Sterns facebook page and normal web site.
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The actual product
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What about going to a model shop and finding a few life like soldiers with sniper rifles to stand at the top of the tower ?
Has anyone else got any other The Walking Dead mods to place on this thread please ? !@#
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Stern now in the mod market too, on there own product!
Ad shaker, trim, shooter mod, blades... now tower mod ...
Buy the LE, the complete game, but buy this $$, and this $$, but wait there is more, $$
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The above Tower Mod was made by a company who Is doing mods on their 3D printer.
Gary Stern said yes and is stocking it.
Many more to come.
Modding games is adding your personality to your own game so why not. Not too expensive either.
2015 will be the year of the Mods.
Why not. Extra fun is always a good thing.
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mod is made by Tim at Mezelmods in the US and he has a few others as well on there.
http://mezelmods.com/collections/the-walking-dead-pinball-mods
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Modding games is adding your personality to your own game so why not. Not too expensive either.
I remember people who get Tattoo's and piercings say that too, now every fxxxker has it? so its not that personable or original.
Modding to me is a little less main stream and more exclusive, similar to Swinksy mates models. Know what I mean.
Should really be in the game as far as I am concerned, now if you don't have one there it is a blank void.
very smart decision on Sterns behalf though.
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Yes modding can be very conservative or u can go all out.
Personally, I like up to 4 or 6 maximum small mods at the absolute outside.
If you go crazy you don't mod the game but end up totally changing the games personality. Like a woman with make up if you know what I mean. There's enhanced and there's over the top.
If it takes more than 30 seconds to talk about the machines mods, u may have done too many. Lol
There is definately money in it.
I am all behind Swinksy doing mods for all the latest pinnys cause I would like to give my $ to a Aussie pinball forum member. That latest tower mod Stern is doing for TWDead looks great. Simple but effective.
2015 will be the year of the mods.
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Anyone got a picture of their own TWDead Custom Topper installed on their own machine yet ?
Does your topper have a hitler look alike zombie head in the middle ? !@#
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thanks cavey for the support.
- the tower mod looks good but it needs say some block / brick work lines added to it as a slight recess detail and wipe in some darker grey paint in to add some age (given the theme) to it but good on the guys for making and teaming up with Stern.
- my thoughts on mods are they should look like they were factory and not overly done with 10 additional items bolted in as it just starts to look tacky,
- if I had access to every machine new stern brought out I would love to create 1-2 quality mods for them but currently not a option. Like the Wrestle mania as some features look cool but the way they have the opto boards so visible in the centre near the cross thing it is screaming for some boxing ring post look alikes to shroud them but sure the LE will have some feature to cover them ??
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Anyone got a picture of their own TWDead Custom Topper installed on their own machine yet ?
Does your topper have a hitler look alike zombie head in the middle ? !@#
Brett the toppers arrive here around the 23rd in AMD's container :) I reckon the middle zombie looks like David Bowie lol
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Ok cool. Thanks Pete.
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If anyone is ordering the Walking Dead tower mod for $99 USA, let me know and I will add some money to your order if u are buying direct from the USA. Just post here or send me a PM and I will send u some $$.
Has anyone asked if AMD is getting any of the Tower Mods in ?
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Bruce from AMD has emailed me today and he has three x BNIB The Walking Dead Pros still available at the $7100 pricing. If u want to save $750 get in quick with a deposit.
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Any TWDead owners got any feedback about their games ?
Loving it ? Not loving it ? The goods the bads n the in between feelings?
Any surprises or plans for mods being commercial ones or your own ?
Anyone got anything ?
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I still have the LE in my showroom. I think it is simply a stunning pinball machine. Addictive and fun. Rules need work, but I did manage to score a new multiball that was frenetic = "Bloodbath". i probably need more time to understand the rules - maybe it is a bit deeper than I can see ?
If it was a $7500 machine - I'd own one. It is THAT good. I can't justify the current price.
Mods - No - It is great the way it is.
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Stern fish tank toppers arrive at AMD tomorrow :) I should have mine buy the end of the week can't wait. Next mod might be the tower its growing on me :)
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Changed the mode inserts today from factory white to blood red :) this game is still a rush :) love the mode stacking and speed.
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This game is awesome.
Going to get better and better with new code.
Have met a lot of people who are loving their TWD machines.
Well done Pete ! Keep us informed. Enjoying the updates.
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Anyone installed their factory Walking Dead Pinball Toppers from Stern USA yet ?
Photos or videos would be cool....
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Anyone installed their factory Walking Dead Pinball Toppers from Stern USA yet ?
Photos or videos would be cool....
There shipping this week Brett :) I'll add photo once fitted.
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Nice work Pete on the red inserts, maybe some red under the slings to balance out the red on the PF !^!
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new release
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Excellent Pete
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new release
Yeah they look great Greg :) there out of stock at the moment :(
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LOL I have no words
thanks Pete
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haven't pulled the trigger on the tower mod, needs a make/rust over imo
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haven't pulled the trigger on the tower mod, needs a make/rust over imo
Yeah it does look to "new" my wife said she'll give it a makeover lol
Topper and shaker ships to me tomorrow :) but farrrken expensive lol
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New video of Gary showing off new SPIKE boardset and under playfield wiring..
http://www.cnet.com/videos/sterns-new-spin-on-pinball-tech/
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Head tank does look good, can't wait to see the pics,
Just getting the hooked bumper caps & I'm done #@#
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Good to see the company I work for did there best to f**k it :) but it looks ok thank god
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Pete, Do u like the way it was packed and are the instructions and parts bags organised and layed out for the average punter. Is it all very easy to make work ?
Does the middle zombie head look like Hitler ? Lol
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Pete, Do u like the way it was packed and are the instructions and parts bags organised and layed out for the average punter. Is it all very easy to make work ?
Does the middle zombie head look like Hitler ? Lol
Yes Brett packed very well all screws and various bits in there own little bags :) the topper itself is heaps better than I thought :) I'll fit it Sunday can't wait.
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It looks amazing Pete - can't wait to see the photos post installation.
I didn't play a game for a week and then I went to play a game yesterday and noticed a rare occurrence. Note there is a cutaway in the Crossbow ramp ? Do you think the balls velocity on that shot would require such a modification to the ramp ?
Yesterday, a ball was flung from the prison magnet and "somehow" landed at the crest of the ramp and rolled down slowly with no momentum. Then the ball dropped from the area the ramp had the cutaway and dropped back into play. The ball drained as I was totally in shock. This has happened once in 100 games.
Amazing machine. Just keeps giving !
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Yeah it looks great Nino the tank sits on a very solid powder coated black flat bracket it's very well made I'm surprised lol but the bracket is huge so it'll be solid as :) compared to other Perspex toppers I reckon this one is really good value yeah not cheap I know, it's also full of leds I can't wait to fit it tomorrow then I'll post a video.
Come across this installation video lol
http://youtu.be/LstlPp_FwXY
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Topper fitted :) very easy to follow instructions and a very well made. I noticed Star Trek has the same topper brackets so hope stern make another :) check out video lol
http://youtu.be/0rSsgNOr3zw
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That actually looks very impressive and a quality piece. Top work Stern. ^^^
It actually looks better not going the full width of the backbox. Similar to a Dalek on Dr Who.
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That looks great !
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Well done Pete, does look good & still considering one ()
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I think there is hope for you yet doing a radio voice over show with the great voice !
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I fitted my first stern shaker today to my walking dead and it works great lol now every time I work on something I end up with parts left over haha and it's happened again :) see pic what is it???
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Topper looks great Peter, as far as parts left over, remind me never to get you to look at any problems with my car.
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Looks great Peter, thanks for the video. ^^^
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Aussie dollar at .76 cents.
What a fall from a high of $1.19 USA to a lousy .76 cents USA.
Dam shame that brand new Sterns have risen in price.
I bought new Stern machines for low to mid 6 grand plus shaker and delivery and now realise what a bargain they were at that price. Now it's $1500 dearer but what can you do. Not much cause of dumb economics.
I don't see why a great country like Australia with all of our wealth and resources and modern technology isn't always trading higher on a permanent basis compared to theUSA and Britain.
They have shitty economies with massive debts and their money trades higher than ours. It don't make sense.
Maybe Stern prices can be lowered to attract more sales if Stern USA gets low numbers out of us with the next few titles ? Hope the Walking Dead Pinny stays on the production line a lot longer so more Aussies get a chance to save and buy them.
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I fitted my first stern shaker today to my walking dead and it works great lol now every time I work on something I end up with parts left over haha and it's happened again :) see pic what is it???
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Was that part really left over ?
Could be important from a safety point of view ? Does anyone know what it is ? Have you asked Stern or AMD Pete ?
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^^^yeah I spoke to Michael Brett and he was saying the shaker kit also fits older sterns and that part is for older model no need for me to use it so I chucked it out all good ^^^
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It did look like a double adapter kind of thing
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Guys as a new member I have read many posts & enjoyed reading a bit of debate & seeing honest opinions shared. I should just stay out of it but I have to say the squabble over Stern a few pages back saddened me. I too share another member's view that defending a public company from even the slightest negative comment is bizarre. Stern may have the greatest pinballs in the world - but for many, including me, they won't be the 1990s Bally you played in the student union at Uni. They can't be & will never be. Doesn't mean for others they aren't a great buy, nice & new, exciting & great fun. TWD looks super cool & I hope the lucky new owners are enjoying them immensely - & thanks heaps for sharing.
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Guys as a new member I have read many posts & enjoyed reading a bit of debate & seeing honest opinions shared. I should just stay out of it but I have to say the squabble over Stern a few pages back saddened me. I too share another member's view that defending a public company from even the slightest negative comment is bizarre. Stern may have the greatest pinballs in the world - but for many, including me, they won't be the 1990s Bally you played in the student union at Uni. They can't be & will never be. Doesn't mean for others they aren't a great buy, nice & new, exciting & great fun. TWD looks super cool & I hope the lucky new owners are enjoying them immensely - & thanks heaps for sharing.
Maybe start another thread :)
Just added the pinside code and now the game has the actors voices/call outs great addition to a great game :)
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Yeah - I should've just kept quiet - can someone please pull the thread back towards how super good TWD is! How about someone sharing some new TWD at home pics?
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Yeah - I should've just kept quiet - can someone please pull the thread back towards how super good TWD is! How about someone sharing some new TWD at home pics?
Diversity of opinion is what makes a forum live up to its namesake.
Forum: a meeting or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged.
If a thread meanders slightly away from the same gratuitous promotion for even 1 page out of 34 what does it matter? We all know it won't be long before the usual Stern social engineers artifically diverts it back to the same old course.
Have you seen Stern's facebook page? Now there is social manipulation mastery!
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I wrote to Martin Ayoub from PinballNews website and asked him if he was still doing full game reviews and the answer was yes, but not straight away because it's been harder to fit the amount of work in with his limited time and Stern has been a little harder to get machines to do full reviews on.
So maybe a full TWD review this next six months. A few others like Star Trek and Mustang have to be caught up on as well.
Also, I asked Martin a few weeks ago could he contact Stern USA and do a story about their factory move and add photos and do updates on the new building as it progresses. He thought it was a great idea.
Last night I noticed the Stern new building story was added to the PinballNews website so it was great to see Stern and PinballNews took up the idea. Interesting if u are a Stern fan like me.
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I never get sick of these funny stuff :)
http://youtu.be/TGQ1jHQee80
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^Shit Patch 2.3. #*#
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If you are pissed at TWD update, this is guaranteed to make you smile!
https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading (https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading)
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"...which is more than what Stern produces" LOL %.%
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Nice one I'm looking forward to TWD update :)
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Can confirm the RTBB Stern multi fit eject cliffy fits this game-I also added some Mylar under the ramp ball drop :) overkill maybe lol
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Lol - well you need to be well protected these days. The cliffy looks good.
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Lol - well you need to be well protected these days. The cliffy looks good.
In a home environment and clear coated PF's it's probably overkill lol but I've recently sold a few games and the buyers like to see them like new so who knows :)
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Pete, while your at it, check the PF ball drop into the trough
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Can confirm the RTBB Stern multi fit eject cliffy fits this game-I also added some Mylar under the ramp ball drop :) overkill maybe lol
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Thanks for the feedback Peter ^^^
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Pete, while your at it, check the PF ball drop into the trough
What I meant check the PF edge, I put some Mylar there also for overkill
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Pete, while your at it, check the PF ball drop into the trough
What I meant check the PF edge, I put some Mylar there also for overkill
Cheers Luke yeah I noticed that edge :) I have some spare Mylar I might put there to thanks/I noticed this title has a pretty good thickness of clear on it which will help. Since I added the lighter spring my prison doors haven't missed a beat. So glad I played yours and bought one its a super fun game :)
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It's amazing the bits that wear on the playfield - just the balls rolling over that edge into the trough do wear it down. Don't know if the Stern setup is similar but here's a pic of my demo man p/f - u can just see the wear I think Sywalker is talking about. You can also see the eject wear the cliffy will stop from occurring - it is much worse by comparison.
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That DM playfield looks ok, cut a section of Mylar, pre bent it 1st & it should stay in place, Or brush on some clear kote maybe
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Not sure if anyone's done this but I swapped the plastics over behind the well walker so the smaller one is at the top :) now when hit he learns right back and it'll probably save the plastic breaking-apparently games built before November had them put on the wrong way around lol-this idea was posted by our friends on pinside.
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I have always felt the Well Walker needed a custom paint job by someone who was talented with a air brush kit.
As stock, he looks a little basic and a bit shiny and not enough bloody and gory.
After using air brushing n spray paint on various other Stern plastics, the mods and detail with paint made some excellent visual add ons.
I reckon some custom airbrushing to the Well Walker would look great. Has anyone seen anyone else with a
The Walking Dead pinball make any mods to the Well Walker ?
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Looking at that close up of the Well Walker and the pop number, I'm surprised Stern didn't simply put the well walker on top of the pop bumper. Not since the 1970s has there been a reason for anyone to shoot for a pop bumper. Up until the 1970s, a single hit on a number 'when lit' earned a substantial number of points.
May not have worked to well here, in regards to scoring rules, with the bumper being part of a set of three. But a bash toy on a bumper is something I'd love to have seen. Then again I am likely not speaking for the majority - I love randomness in games which is contrary to most players who want every successful shot returning the ball to the flippers.
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You mean a smaller version of the ww on top of the pop? Yeah that would've been a nice alternative. Speaking of p/f wear - do these bash toys ever hit the side of the playfield?
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You mean a smaller version of the ww on top of the pop? Yeah that would've been a nice alternative. Speaking of p/f wear - do these bash toys ever hit the side of the playfield?
Never seen a Stern design that did or has and I have studied most.
The Well Walker just flips backwards to reveal his guts and a red Led that represents blood and red insides of a zombie.
Some people don't fully appreciate or understand bash toys on Sterns.
Play the Walking Dead or X Men or Avengers with Hulky and you soon find out they work well, have a good purpose, fit the game well and look excellent.
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I'll take your word for it. I have played twd but when you hit ww it seems to me that whole silver ring (or clamp or whatever it is) moves as well - so wondered if it moved enough to hit the p/f & over time wear. I'd never real thought about it until seeing Gorgar1's pic. Wondered if it might be a good idea to have some protection behind him.
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The pop bumper, as the base of the bash toy, would give the bash toy more life. In the same way the magnet successfully adds life to TWD LE/Premium's WW, Xmen's wolverine and Ironman's Ironmonger. What I don't like about the TWD Pro is that the ball just bounces off the WW without any action - the WW absorbs the energy of the ball, preventing it from being a 'feel good' shot.
Using WW as a toper for a bumper could have been cheap and would have added heap of fun, but I'm sure it never came to Stern's minds. I expect it could have been mechanically designed to also spill its guts when hit.
...maybe on a future game?
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I think you've explained well why something other than a bash toy may have been a nice alternative. I really hope they drop the bash toy for the next release. A third pop with a "guts-spilling" well walker would have been novel & might have improved game play. If you need a bash-toy it might be better up the back where it's a tough shot & a bit more of a novelty. Really cool idea BB.
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The metal bracket only moves slightly but not enough to hit the PF :) I put a big arse led under the well walker so when hit he swings back and boom a nice big flash of red :)
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The metal bracket only moves slightly but not enough to hit the PF :) I put a big arse led under the well walker so when hit he swings back and boom a nice big flash of red :)
Cool, so it moves but not enough to touch anything - sweet. One less for Cliffy to design. Love the big-arse red led idea ^^^
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The pop bumper, as the base of the bash toy, would give the bash toy more life. In the same way the magnet successfully adds life to TWD LE/Premium's WW, Xmen's wolverine and Ironman's Ironmonger. What I don't like about the TWD Pro is that the ball just bounces off the WW without any action - the WW absorbs the energy of the ball, preventing it from being a 'feel good' shot.
Using WW as a toper for a bumper could have been cheap and would have added heap of fun, but I'm sure it never came to Stern's minds. I expect it could have been mechanically designed to also spill its guts when hit.
...maybe on a future game?
With your excellent idea in mind, I will do some investigating and some creative thinking and see if the Well Walker or even a smaller version or different zombies can be placed and attached on top of the pop bumpers to move and also add visual excitement.
An example of this has been done back in 1991 with my Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles machine with the placement of the TMNT crew sitting on top of the pop bumpers. Simple but very effective.
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You mean a smaller version of the ww on top of the pop? Yeah that would've been a nice alternative. Speaking of p/f wear - do these bash toys ever hit the side of the playfield?
Although it's not a "bash toy" I have noticed on a couple of the AC/DC pro's (don't know if it is the same for the other versions) that they use a wire coming out of the TNT targets to divert the ball from going straight down the guts when it comes out the bell target and I have seen this wire cause a small banana shaped strath in the clear coat. I removed this wire for that reason.
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Have the same wire on my HUO ACDC Pro and it has never touched or scratched playfield.
I can only imagine nudging the machine would stop straight down the middle lost balls on games without the tiny wire.
Will keep an eye out on mine after reading your helpful hint. Thanks.
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The pro on Hamilton Island had the wire. I found that it slowed the game down.
On my LE, I used to get a lot of STTGs but noticed the front left leg was about half a degree lower than the right. Made the slight adjustment and no moe STTG!
A bit off the WD thread but like any machine, a small adjustement makes a big difference to the enjoyment of play.
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After 2K+ plays the WW has taken a pounding, the std decal around the metal ring as split, did get a PinGraffix set but is starting to split quicker, no big deal really, but i did notice the WW was starting to get very sloppy in movement, Pulled it out & checked it all mounting screws/bolts hinge hardware etc had worked they way loose, Loctite'd it all up & have noticed WW mech all tightened up plays better with less forward/back movement, looks great with the Red flasher lighting up hes guts when WW is all the way back, but plays better/smother with less movement IMO
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New mod on Pinside
http://youtu.be/md45fqMYNdU
http://youtu.be/nQkp5_3eJ54
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Looks good Pete, adding it to the collection?
How you finding TWD now after you have had it for a while?
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Finally pulled my finger out and purchased the tower mod from Menzel hope it arrives safe and sound :)
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on Stern's fb is a video of the new code being played.
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TWD code up for those interested :)
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Wow this code update is mind blowing :) had a mate over today and we played tons of games shame he's the grand champion lol well worth the wait.
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Wow this code update is mind blowing :) had a mate over today and we played tons of games shame he's the grand champion lol well worth the wait.
Great feedback. I will update the LE in the showroom.
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Wow this code update is mind blowing :) had a mate over today and we played tons of games shame he's the grand champion lol well worth the wait.
Great feedback. I will update the LE in the showroom.
The read me file is 5 pages long it's a huge update :) the zombie count animations during the bonus is awesome there's so much new stuff and stern said there will be two more updates :) horde mode is now added and with the LE you get to shoot zombies using your fire button now that sounds like fun.
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Never played one and do look forward to a game when I get a chance
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Whoo who my over prized tower arrived today can't wait to fit it :) it's the most overpriced mod I've ever bought but that's ok as it won't be the last lol all fitted.
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Looks great Peter. Btw how the new code work out. How much better is the game play 50% better or what do you reckon?
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Looks great Peter. Btw how the new code work out. How much better is the game play 50% better or what do you reckon?
This one out of the box Rob was pretty dam good but this new code has taken it to another level Lyman is a genius :) the modes are tied in now nicely great stacking and combos it's a Beauty and very cool dots.
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Good work Pete, Tower looks perfect ^^^
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Well done Pete. Tower mod looks great.
What did you pay for the mod if I can ask and what did u pay postage ?
Walking Dead Game is a great game and unique to say the least.
What I liked heaps about the Pro was the open feel to the Playfield with wide open shots which is a breath of fresh air cause it is very very wide open and the Very White playfield lighting which again gives it a unique and different feel to any Sterns made in the past 5 or more years.
The audio and the dot matrix displays can only be described as dam awesome !
Glad u like the new code. Finishes a great game even more and makes it even better because out of the box it was already a very fun game.
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Well done Pete. Tower mod looks great.
What did you pay for the mod if I can ask and what did u pay postage ?
Walking Dead Game is a great game and unique to say the least.
What I liked heaps about the Pro was the open feel to the Playfield with wide open shots which is a breath of fresh air cause it is very very wide open and the Very White playfield lighting which again gives it a unique and different feel to any Sterns made in the past 5 or more years.
The audio and the dot matrix displays can only be described as dam awesome !
Glad u like the new code. Finishes a great game even more and makes it even better because out of the box it was already a very fun game.
Mate I bought the tower direct from Menzel mods as there postage is cheap $13 plus $99 for the tower so all up delivered it was $145 Aussie dollars not cheap. As the kids said "only a pinball guy would pay that much" lol. Your right the whites on this game really pop I tried a few different colours but went back to white it just seems to work better. The new code is great and stern have said there's two more updates coming which is exciting.
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Looks great Peter. Btw how the new code work out. How much better is the game play 50% better or what do you reckon?
This one out of the box Rob was pretty dam good but this new code has taken it to another level Lyman is a genius :) the modes are tied in now nicely great stacking and combos it's a Beauty and very cool dots.
thanks Peter, hope there are some new youtube videos to check out soon to see what you mean
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Just updated the latest code with the call outs from the show and it's awesome. It was completed by a guy from pinside! he's done a ton of work including a remix of the theme while the balls in the shooter lane very cool. Thanks Dave/Hashman for your help :)
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New code update today V1.41
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Peter, are you trying to convince us to buy TWD? Lol
Damn cool update!
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Game is sensational to look at and play.
Best dot matrix displays of all time if you like zombie theme and gore/humour of it all.
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Peter, are you trying to convince us to buy TWD? Lol
Damn cool update!
Nah not at all mate just sharing the love with the guys that appreciate it :)
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Very tempting though :)
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Very tempting though :)
:) Stern are sending us broke will all these awesome titles lol
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Very tempting though :)
:) Stern are sending us broke will all these awesome titles lol
You're not wrong Pete. Between collectibles such as pinballs and cars and other ods and sods, I will die a happy man (and probably broke). Better than losing all on share market.
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Very tempting though :)
:) Stern are sending us broke will all these awesome titles lol
You're not wrong Pete. Between collectibles such as pinballs and cars and other ods and sods, I will die a happy man (and probably broke). Better than losing all on share market.
Yes Exactly I'm not complaining ^^^ its fun having toys *%*
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Very tempting though :)
You won't regret it &&
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Thanks Luke :( where would we put it ;)
Even though we have DW, our house is no Tardis. Rofl
Definitely tempting!
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freiherr mentioned collecting stuff over the years and it's true the stuff we collect takes up space.
When I was young I used to hear people say all the time funny things like "he who dies with the most toys wins".
A funny saying cause I always liked to think "he who lives with the most toys wins".
But after getting divorced and keeping ALL my toys (much to the dislike of the other vampire parties involved) I now know why dying with the most toys now makes sense. It's about getting them and keeping them ! :)
The problem as u get older is you get rid of the kids and downsize.
How do you downsize when a pinball collection takes up so much space. ?
In 20 years or 25 years I will be 65 or 70. I can imagine young people looking over and saying look at that old man playing pinball like a teenager, riding a JetSki and driving a V8 sports car.
Will I look funny at 65 or 70 playing The Walking Dead pinball or X Men or Bugs Bunny and so on.
Seems like a great way to get old and look funny.
Gary Stern will be in a wheel chair powering up n down the Stern factory still doing TV interviews.
Some things get better with age. Pinball is probably one of them.
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Stern release New Code for TWD 1.56
https://www.facebook.com/sternpinball/ (https://www.facebook.com/sternpinball/)
Still no New Code for KISS. Hopefully this week ?