allicks's ratings
Pinsider allicks has rated 32 machines.
This page shows all all these ratings, and forms allicks's personal top 32.
Rating comments
8.400/10
54 days ago
Calgary, AB
Well first off, I've owned this game since Sept 2021 and my pin was one of the first out the door being #29. The game should have never originally shipped with the code it came with, it was far too early of code. To put into perspective the menu had volume control ( up was down and down was up) and had an option to turn flippers "on" or "off". That was it for the menu. The game code was so poor and undeveloped. I was truly disappointed. I have no idea why I kept it but it did. Well, FFWD to today and its' latest code 1.15a and my opinion is entirely different. It is incredible what good code does for a game. The elevators are faster, there are many more opponents, the sound is better and it is finally fun to play. This game has come a long way, it's fabulous...and I can't believe I just wrote that. I hope you who is reading this review gets to play one some day with the new code.
9.440/10
1 year ago
Galactic Tank Force (DE) American Pinball, 2023
Had the chance to play this at TPF and the game when set up properly is a blast to play. I mention this as a few of the 6 that were on display had their pitch way too low and those machines felt floaty. Two were set up right and made a world of difference to the play. The layout is unique and challenging and really fun to shoot. Love the magnets and all the wireform ramps. I didn't find the tank in the center took away from the game, it added a pretty cool element. The look of the Deluxe cabinet is gorgeous and the artwork is amazing, Franchi knocked the artwork out of the park on this game. Very good sound and lighting and the light blades (or whatever they're called) are awesome and very similar to Pinstadium lights or JJP's lights. The acting is hilarious and suits the game awesomely. Backglass is gorgeous and the recessed speaker/LCD panel brings a really unique and welcomed fresh look to the game. I kept coming back to this game over and over throughout the duration of TPF. Overall look is amazing and the gameplay is just as amazing. One of Nordman's best ever imho.
9.700/10
2 years ago
Led Zeppelin (Premium) Stern, 2020
This game was not on my radar at all. After seeing the Stern previews my expectations were low. I set one up for a customer and was blown away by the flow and light show and sound effects. The Magic spinner sound is epic. The side lights interact with the music and creates a mesmerizing effect. The playfield lighting and colors of the playfield itself makes the game incredibly easy on the eyes fatigue wise. I find I can play the game for hours without my eyes getting tired. Great call outs. Absolutely love the game. Loved the game so much that I came home and ordered one for myself, I just had to have it. I have a large collection and have owned a couple hundred pins and there is no doubt this is one of my all time favorite games I've ever played. Can't get over how awesome this game is. It will not get old anytime soon.
9.391/10
3 years ago
Gemini Gottlieb, 1978
The game is amazing. The artwork is exceptional and the gameplay is fast and smooth and you do not tire easily of it. Feels like a very polished game and is quite a bit faster playing than any other EM I have owned or played. The backglass is so unique you could probably look at it for an hour in amazement of the artwork. Truly a gem if you can find one to play.
8.789/10
3 years ago
Suspense Williams, 1969
Super fun game to play. Takes a few minutes to get used to the four flippers (and different sizes). Once you become accustomed to the flippers it's a blast to play. The center wheel is great and will leave you cursing half the time. Perfect game to play with a friend as even a long ball isn't very long so it's great to play along with a friend.
9.470/10
3 years ago
Capersville Bally, 1966
This game is outstanding. The three ball multiball is great. Game is risk and reward and is filled with rules, of which I can't recall seeing many EMs that have rules. Game feels much newer than 1966. I've had many EMs and have several great EMs currently but I find this game is particularly fun to play and definitely has lastability; which for a game this age says a lot. Don't pass up trying this game if you get the chance!
9.420/10
4 years ago
Total Nuclear Annihilation Spooky Pinball, 2017
I've owned well over 100 machines and have a large 30+ collection with many "A" list titles. Purchased TNA almost a year ago and it is my absolute favorite game of all time. The music and speed of the game make it thrilling. The way they've incorporated the lighting is excellent. Shaker adds an extra element to blowing rector's. Don't let the mediocre artwork or one level playfield fool you into passing this one up. TNA is a superb example of what makes pinball fun and thrilling. An absolute keeper. Game is designed for experienced players so novice and intermediate players may find the game particularly hard.
8.360/10
6 years ago
Monster Bash Williams, 1998
Love the art and has great flow. That said, I found the game gets tiresome quickly. Long ball times also make it difficult for 4 good players to play a game together within a decent time frame. Lastability is not there for me.
7.098/10
7 years ago
Aerosmith (Pro) Stern, 2017
Donny did a great job with the artwork but he's becoming a bit of a one trick pony as MET and PBR and now Aerosmith all look the same art-wise. Gameplay is poor out of the box as the out lane posts are ridiculously gaping and the nature of the game creates clear shots down the outlanes. Even closed up they're way too gaping. Shots are very tight also creating slight frustration when trying to get up even the right ramp for instance. Game does not flow well and unfortunately it'll be compared to MET; in which case MET is far better for flow and overall game lastability.
9.420/10
7 years ago
Tales of the Arabian Nights Williams, 1996
Artwork is top notch. Game play is smooth and unique. Some of the best artwork on any pin. Rules are basic and not too deep, but a real blast to play. L9ve this game.
8.552/10
7 years ago
Strange Science Bally, 1986
Artwork is my favorite for any game. This game screams for rebuilt flippers and LEDs. Love this game. Very fast and challenging. A keeper for sure.
7.880/10
7 years ago
Metallica (Premium) Stern, 2013
Unfortunately the hammer ruins the LE and Premiums. Blocking view of Sparky shots. Also the coffin lock is uninspiring. For game play hands down compared to the Pro version this LE and Premium are lacking. Too bad about the game play vs. The Pro because the look of this machine is amazing.
9.220/10
7 years ago
Pinball Magic Capcom, 1995
Love the flow of this game. Toys are very unique. The levitating ball and the ball travelling under the wand are great. Beautiful art on the cab and back box. Playfield I'd well laid out and beautiful as well. Wish Capcom had made more games. The knocked this game out of the park.
9.100/10
7 years ago
Champion Pub Bally, 1998
Artwork is beautiful and timeless. Great toys and lots to shoot for. Unique ramps add the gem of this game. A real beauty.
9.016/10
8 years ago
Bram Stoker's Dracula Williams, 1993
Originally not a fan; due to its theme. The game has however grown on me. Music and sound is excellent. Game flow and rule set are also excellent. Art isn't my favorite but is well done. Very smooth game play and fun factor is high.
7.802/10
8 years ago
Hollywood Heat Gottlieb, 1986
Very Miami Vice, very eighties. Personally I feel the art is so cheesy that I borderline love it. Sound and music is excellent for the Era. Pastel colors are so bad they're good. Game flow is nice. Not as advanced as the Williams/ Bally of the same time but definitely fun to play. So fun that I've found myself owning this game again after sellers remorse. For the money it's worth, it's a keeper. The nostalgia and shock value from the cheesy theme alone is reason for keeping it in a collection.
8.760/10
8 years ago
Barb Wire Gottlieb, 1996
Artwork is top notch. Pam is always easy on the eyes from that Era. Movie wasn't good but Gottlieb did a great job on converting to a game. Game play is great and it's beautiful to look at to boot.
9.320/10
8 years ago
No Good Gofers Williams, 1997
Absolutely love this pin. Has a great feel to the game and the flow is awesome. Box and translite artwork is top notch and ageles. Plexiglass 2nd playfield is very unique. Buzz and Bud (the 2 gofers) are hilarious with their callouts. This machine is exceptional.
9.060/10
8 years ago
Breakshot Capcom, 1996
Love the theme and flow of Breakshot. At first Glace this game can be easily overlooked. Looks naustalgic and simple. The game is surprisingly fun to play and is very fluid. Multi ball is fun to obtain and great to play. Easily one of my favorite pins. This is one of those games you must play a couple of times to appreciate it and once you get the feel for it, it completely grows on you. Excellent game in my opinion.
7.107/10
8 years ago
Police Force Williams, 1989
Had Police Force for a couple of months now. Rule set is weak with lop-sided scoring. Inner ramp unlimited millions out weighs all other shots. I have changed the difficulty setting to very hard and it's made the game far better as the inner ramp takes 8 loops before accruing the unlimited millions and makes for much fairer gameplay. Back glass is very well done and the police light topper is neat. Multiball is difficult to obtain compared to other pins of this Era. Cop and bad guy comments over and over get tiring fast Overall though a decent pin when set to very hard.
8.560/10
8 years ago
Batman Forever Sega, 1995
Batman's playfield is beautiful. The overall artwork is quite nice on this despite being made for a horrible movie. I truly enjoy the flow of the game. Balls can be quite long but are enjoyable as there are a lot of rules and tasks to this game. Lighting could be better. My workaround was to add an LED strip behind the back playfield plastic and that's helped a lot. Sega got it right with this affordable pin.
7.663/10
8 years ago
AC/DC (Pro) Stern, 2012
Game is very fast to play and I find the ball drains down the middle easy. Could tolerate that more if there wasn't a great big head drawn smack in the middle of the PF where the lower PF is on the LE. Sound is awesome but game feels cheap. Good for a few plays before moving on the the next pin.
7.677/10
8 years ago
The Shadow Bally, 1994
Only thing not to like it the translite. Looking at Alec Baldwin is annoying lol. Game is fun and smooth to play. Artwork on PF is great. Lighting is good too.
9.363/10
8 years ago
Star Trek (Pro) Stern, 2013
Well this is my favorite pin of all time at the moment. I don't care that it's only the pro. I'm not a huge Trek fan either. With that said, the game play is near perfect in my opinion. Game itself is thrilling to play. Shooting Vengeance and ramps with an easy rule set makes this a blast. Multi ball is awesome. I only tried this game originally because of free play and 1st game I became a believer. Best layout out there that I've played.
8.760/10
8 years ago
The Simpsons Pinball Party Stern, 2003
Super fun to play. PF is well lit and there's a lot to shoot at. Couch 2nd playfield is a blast. Beautiful artwork and a classic cartoon theme. I don't feel you can go wrong with this one.
9.500/10
8 years ago
Metallica (Pro) Stern, 2013
Great to have for any Metallica fan. Sound is great and playing to your favorite Metallica songs is a definite bonus. Artwork is beautiful and game play is fast. I truly like this pin but not sure I'd put it on my wish list.
7.664/10
8 years ago
Star Trek: The Next Generation Williams, 1993
Love the wide body. Gameplay is fun and lots to shoot at. Beautiful game to look at. Starting to feel a little dated compared to some others of the same Era. Last ability is there though.
8.628/10
8 years ago
Lord of the Rings Stern, 2003
Overall a good pin. Artwork is excellent. Game is fun to play and is beautiful to look at. Theme isn't my favorite, but that's just taste. I wouldn't turn this one away, but I wouldn't specifically seek it out either.
6.195/10
8 years ago
The Addams Family Bally, 1992
I cannot figure out why this pin is rated so highly. Usually I somewhat agree with others' ratings but certainly not in this case. Game play is average. Artwork is good. I would never add this to my collection. Good for a game or two, but not to keep.
9.200/10
8 years ago
Twilight Zone Bally, 1993
One of my favorites for sure. The layout is great. Gameplay is fun and you want to keep coming back for more. Artwork is excellent. Close to a perfect pin in my opinion.
9.676/10
8 years ago
Wizard of Oz Jersey Jack, 2013
Extremely beautiful to look at and fantastic to play. Lighting is superb and the 3 playfields are well laid out. The toys are top notch and the translite with built in LED display really sets this machine apart from the others. Jersey Jack has made an excellent machine from top to bottom and this will remain in my collection. Oz is a timeless classic like its movie.
9.429/10
9 years ago
Laser War Data East, 1987
I absolutely love this game. This was my second pin I had purchased and it does not grow old. The translite is super cheesy but the playfield artwork and fluidity of the game more than makes up for it. I truly enjoy playing this pin over and over. The sound is excellent for the era and the game is super fast and is rather challenging. I have no plans on ever selling this one. The LEDs when put in really show off the light show. Definitely worth purchasing if you want a super fun pin at an affordable price. UPDATE April 2016 (1 year after above review) I've now owned several pins including brand new top titles and this one is still my favorite. Artwork has grown on me over the year. Superb play and speed. Gets adrenaline rushing. Amazing game for the money.
