bigdaddy07's ratings

So now that I've put over a hundred games on this, I feel its a good time to rate it. First CGC has made one of the best looking games out there better with the detailed painted toys, mirrored blades, super cool topper, and blue powder coating. The added RGB light show really adds to the mood of the game, I couldn't imagine not having that feature now. The improved graphics and wide display is top notch. The game shoots smooth and played perfect right out of the box.

Now, I have never owned a MB before, so I was worried about its lastability. I can tell you that I'm no longer worried about it. After 138 plays, I find my playing sessions consist of at least four to five games. So yes the compulsion to hit start again is certainly there. Also, I find the game plenty challenging. Of course I'm not a great player, but I'm not terrible either. I'm finding this game to have short ball times. My average is just under a minute and I'm smacking the heck of out it to keeps drains to a minimum. I have reached Monster Bash two times and have yet to reach Monsters of Rock, though I was very close.

Overall I think this was a good purchase and I have no regrets. It looks awesome next to AFMLE.

A breath of fresh air for new Stern games. The unique layout gives plenty of shot variety and flow, plus its highly challenging. Some shots requiring you to lower the upper flippers, forcing you to release your cradled balls. This can be frustrating, but at the same time keeps you from getting comfortable at any point. This game keeps me out of my comfort zone like no other. The modes (mostly) are very engaging and fun to work through. I do wish there was another interactive toy, but once you get playing, you really don't notice the lack thereof. There are plenty of skill shots and wizard modes to keep players at every level interested for a long haul, to me it feels like a keeper.

Here is a perfect example of a game without deep rules that is a blast to play. I love the theme and art, especially since Halloween is one of I favorite holidays. The sound and light show is one of the best in pinball. The game has nice ball flow and has the right features in the right spots to make it one that keeps you coming back. It also has two really cool wizard modes, one of which most will never get to.

The guys that require games to have a 40 page instruction manual to understand the rules wont like this game but, your guests will love it.

Fun game, shots are a little repetitive and playfield art a little hohum. Strobe multiball is really cool. I love the theme and sounds though. I doubt I'll ever own one since I don't feel the price justifies the game features.

Great fun. Love the theme and toys. This machine has much to offer and a keeper in most collections.

When I have played this game, I have always enjoyed it for the novelty of the video overlay if nothing else. The different modes and audio are all fun and funny in their own unique ways. I just have trouble liking the shortened and barren playfield. I know you're supposed to shoot at the graphics but, I just prefer a traditional game with mechanical toys over this. Still, its fun and a nice variation to a 3 plus game collection. Not as your only PIN! Get a couple of traditional pins first.

Update - I have a lot more plays on this now (since my first review) and have to say that this how grown on me. The game plays fast and I find myself playing it more than any of my other pins. The combination of the sounds, gameplay, and its many multiball modes just keeps me pressing the start button on it again and again. Great fun!

I enjoy the theme and the quotes are funny. The artwork and cabinet are nice and fitting to the theme. However, it just starts to get a little boring after a few games. It's just to me lacks the draw in factor. I did put a few bucks into it because I had never played it before but afterwards I was like meh, its decent but not great.

Pleasantly surprised after playing this. It has some cool features like the floating ball. The red DMD adds nicely to this game. Ball flow was smooth and is a fun game for the casual gamer to pull up to and have a few enjoyable games without spending 30 minutes reading through the rule sheet.

What can I say; there is an element to this game that just keeps you coming back. I can play it over and over without getting tired of it. The rules are so deep and I haven't even been able to read completely through the rule sheet yet (it takes a lot of effort to read through). The staying power of the game is great. Between the deep rules and the limitless mods that can be added, it will take a while for this game to get old. One of the coolest features is the powerball, a fast white ceramic ball that flies all over the place in the blink of the eye and when loaded in the gumball machine starts one of three multiball modes the game offers. For me, it's easy to see why this game rates in the top 5. The music is excellent and it would have been a huge plus if DCS would have made it to this game. The art is one of the best in pinball IMO. If you can have only one machine, this is the one to have by a mile. Keep in mind I've never played MM and am a huge fan of the TZ shows.

I had low expectations of this one since I was never an avid watcher of the show. However, I started playing it and found it to be addictive and was pleasantly surprised. I found myself playing it over and over. I like the objective of moving up in the Mafia ranks. Unfortunately, I was only able to make it to soldier.

Super fun game! Currently resides as #1 on my most wanted list. When I go to the local pinball pub, its the game I play the most.

Update- I now own this machine since my original rating and only like it more now. I upped my rating some. I'm having some difficulty trying to find where I can be critical on this game. I did add the PoTD characters as I think the stock upper playfield looks a little desolate without them but, aside from that, this game rocks! The sound is great, it's so deep that it shakes the floor and almost feels as though I have a shaker installed. I like mine turned up. The rules are deep and will provide challenges for years to come. I can't think of a machine I would rather own than this one.

This was my first machine so I may be somewhat bias for sentimental reasons. The game for me is loads of fun and the playfield is laid out nicely. The rule set is a little shallow but, this is a great machine for casual play or parties. When I owned it everyone loved to play it and was upset when they discovered I sold it. I love the theme and Arnold's quotes are perfect. All pinball lovers should own this machine at least once. As a bonus it can be had for a reasonable price.

I like the theme and it's a fun game to play for a while but, leaves me wanting more after a couple of games. A good one to play at the bar/arcade but would not last long as a home machine IMO. The shots just felt very repetitive to me. On a good note the toys are cool and the back glass is attractive. I'll still enjoy playing it from time to time at the local pinball pub but, I wouldn't buy it for myself.

My favorite pin except for maybe LOTR, can't decide. The look and feel of it with the wide body playfield makes going to a normal pinball feel insubstantial. There is so much to do and it's challenging enough to keep my interest for a long time. Music character voices are awesome. It's difficult to see ever getting tired of playing this and if I sold mine I'm sure I would regret it afterwards. You feel just like you are the captain of the Enterprise during game play. Also, has lots of really cool mods can be added as well. This game is definitely a long term keeper in anyone's collection.

I've never played any other Sega pins but, this one is a lot of fun. The satellite ball capture is cool. Also, during "shoot to kill" mode you have to reach down and pull the gun trigger to kill the guards on the DMD display. Very tricky because you have to remove your hand from the flipper button. Definitely worth owning if you can find one for a good price..