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This machine received 261 approved ratings by our visitors, averaging 8.61 on a scale of 10.
This currently ranks it #4 in the Pinside Ranking.
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Rating subscores
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8.57 Game Design
The playfield layout, game rules, gimmicks and overall gameplay
8.67 Artwork
Playfield artwork, Backglass, Cabinet artwork and Dot Matrix animations
8.61 Sound & Music
The game sounds, music, the sound quality and variation
8.63 General aspects
Game lighting, lastability/replayability, theming and general fun rating
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Rating history
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TheBaro rated this machine on March 08, 2010 with a score of 10.000 and said:
“A huge game, with many of toys, humor and true rock....a must have pinball for any collector..don't miss it and don't resell it for any reason..”
fdjp611 rated this machine on March 07, 2010 with a score of 10.000 and said:
“One of the Top 10 Games ever! It doesn't hurt I bought this game with only 900 plays.”
drbond rated this machine on March 06, 2010 with a score of 9.717 and said:
“A killer pin! Not exactly the most complex game out there. If your looking for deep rules sets look elsewhere (TSPP, TZ, STTNG, LOTR). If that's ok with you, and you have other pins in your collection to meet that criteria, then your in for one heck of a ride! George Gomez's career-defining masterpiece. A bonafied hit with casual pinball players, and pros with open minds. Williams didn't spare any expense for this beauty. Great art package, killer toys, and a rocking DCS soundtrack. Lots of entertaining dot-matrix animations, hilarious vox, sweet light show, clever use of plunger to register target hits, & cool features like Phantom Flips aka TAF Thing Flips. This Williams girl (much like Frankie's Bride) is sort of high-maintenance. In order to get the most for your buck, make sure flippers are top-notch & PF is clean. Might have to do servicing on the toys whenever they start to fail, since as targets, they take a mean beating from the pinball. Wear around scoop is also a concern.”
Zadom rated this machine on February 22, 2010 with a score of 6.193 and said:
“I think the ramps are interesting but I just don't care for this game.”
SealClubber rated this machine on February 19, 2010 with a score of 9.856 and said:
“Kinda easy compared to other top pins but very fun. Real good flow. Great artwork, toys, speech, music, and lighting. It has it all. Would love to own one of these.”
Go4Fan rated this machine on February 06, 2010 with a score of 8.432 and said:
“I was finally able to play this one and I really enjoyed it. The artwork is fantastic and has great flow. I think it's a bit overpriced in the marketplace, generally, but a good one nonetheless.”
cabrioletsch rated this machine on January 15, 2010 with a score of 7.823 and said:
“its a good pin but i just cannot get the hang of it
like it dont love it”
bugray rated this machine on December 14, 2009 with a score of 8.266 and said:
“Overated, not a winner for me.”
captainspartan rated this machine on November 29, 2009 with a score of 10.000 and said:
“The first time I played it I loved it. Now after playing many games I love it even more.”
cevans82 rated this machine on November 13, 2009 with a score of 9.919 and said:
“moster bash is one of the best ever made!!!!!!!!!!”
chrisjens2 rated this machine on November 10, 2009 with a score of 10.000 and said:
“Hard to find but worth the price if you do! I like this one more than MM, and TZ!”
Leigh rated this machine on November 09, 2009 with a score of 9.529 and said:
“Having owned this masterpiece for a year, i wanted to re rate it after reading another owners rating and reading my original rating. I think some players get the mini wizard Monster Bash multi ball confused with the hard to get to Monsters of rock wizard mode, you need to collect the instruments by beating each challenge, playing the challenge and not beating it means zero.
Anyhow, for reliability, pure and utter balance and beautifull ball play, i rate this machine as one of Williams finest.”
Tilt_Save rated this machine on October 28, 2009 with a score of 9.785 and said:
“Great game, in fact, the best!!!!!
I find it difficult to reach the "Monster Rock" level, and that keeps me coming back for more.
For the few who maintain this is an easy game, please invite me to come watch you play........your talents must be a sight to behold.”
DaWatsta rated this machine on October 22, 2009 with a score of 9.337 and said:
“Great concept, great fun, great game. Although it;s not the most difficult pin by a long shot, it has a lot of features that make it a really good fun game to play.”
Gizmo rated this machine on October 17, 2009 with a score of 9.211 and said:
“Yeah I'm biased...that's why I bought it!! J/K Really, I loved this game so much that instead of leasing it over time, through mass play at the local bar, I figured I would get me one. In fact, I got the same one from the bar at a good deal.
As far as the game goes, I still play it like crazy in my home and its my favorite over any game on any format (including video games). The playfield is well balanced and it has plenty of stuff to shoot for. What made this game stand out for me is the humor. To me humor is one aspect that separates the good games from the great ones.
Bottom line...I love this game and think, although expensive, it was a great buy and I'm pleased to own it. It has good lastability and deserves to be up there with the best.”
Damaco rated this machine on August 23, 2009 with a score of 9.913 and said:
“A truly fun game with already fitted factory toys and gimmicks and a must have for any serious collection. 10/10!”
lizziy6789 rated this machine on August 16, 2009 with a score of 9.569 and said:
“Amazing game.... first in collection.... fun to play overall!!!”
LLUncoolJ rated this machine on August 07, 2009 with a score of 7.893 and said:
“Alright game, but pretty overrated. Nothing jumps out as terrible, but I can think of 20 games I'd rather own off th top of my head.”
Pinmeister rated this machine on July 30, 2009 with a score of 9.772 and said:
“I recently purchased a fully restored Monster Bash and it is simply incredible. The game may not be in the same league as STTNG and TZ for depth of ruleset and difficulty of shots, but it is also far more enjoyable for those who are not pinball experts. I also own a cactus canyon, TZ, and MM, all fully restored. But Monster Bash is the game that gets played the most.”
troy2492 rated this machine on July 21, 2009 with a score of 6.200 and said:
“Fun game but not my favorite”
mgowan rated this machine on June 23, 2009 with a score of 9.781 and said:
“Wow, found one in a hamburger joint now i'm hooked. Toys are fantastic and lots of things to hit and make happen. Great multiball. Not as good as in Indiana Jones but close. I want one.”
Pinnychic rated this machine on June 02, 2009 with a score of 9.759 and said:
“Talk about a smooth, free flowing game here! Monster Bash has everything going for it! Well themed, great music, fun for all ages & exciting playfield toys with Drackie poping out of coffin & frankie rising off the slab! This machine is so awesome! My fave!”
xenonexe2558 rated this machine on May 26, 2009 with a score of 8.619 and said:
“Lucky enough to find an old an very dirty one in a cafe. I found myself wishing I could open the glass and give it a good clean! With weak flippers way harder than VPinmame would suggest. The toys are also much more impressive in the flesh, Dracula, The Bride & The Mummy and even the Creature (grimy as the lagoon was) raised a smile and reminded me how unfortunately cheap looking I find the new Stern's. In good nick I imagine it might be a little easy but there's no doubting its a great deal of fun.”
Autumnfade rated this machine on May 09, 2009 with a score of 7.120 and said:
“The sound , voice , and toy gimic are tops on monster bash
but gets boring fast. maybe I should give MB a chance?
after playing I was ready to move on very little 'Lastability' for me.”
Fredaboy1 rated this machine on May 05, 2009 with a score of 8.425 and said:
“The one i played was a little rusty....personally i thought it was one of the more challenging pins ive played....great toys and some very cool features however. Overall pretty good”