Is it just me that cares more about how well a machine looks, rather than how it plays?  Not saying the play is not a factor, but it's a second priority to me.

This cabinet looks stunning.

The artwork on Ems and early SS machines, is that golden era of both artwork and gameplay. My personal collection is mostly games I remember as a child, so I have that connection. A game has to look attractive to be attractive. Sometimes, less is more. Pro Football is VERY basic artwork, but it draws you to the game as you identify it as being a sport themed game. Ro Go is a an average game bordering on mundane. But the artwork is iconic. I own this game and Viking. I don't care how they play, I LOVE the look.

Embryon is one of those games that has stunning artwork and is a fantastic player. Rare and collectible. That's why I have one myself.