kool1's ratings

Pinsider kool1 has rated 53 machines.

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kool1 has written 53 rating comments:


7.709/10
87 days ago
A good game that shoots well and had a ton of mechs. It's easy to see why it's a top ranked game BUT the theme does nothing for me and the prices for these games is too high. I will always play on location though - it definitely pulls you in!

I suspect there is a good chance this game gets re-made so if that happens look out below, at least in the short run.
7.464/10
4 months ago
I just don't see the hype and big money for this game. I like it and it plays well but the theme does nothing for me and I don't enjoy it more than most other Williams games. The wild thing is there are 20K of these around and they still get top dollar.

Anyways - I always play it but I will never own it. Probably worth owing if you have a bigger collection.
7.187/10
4 months ago
Great shooter, love the fast locks. Missing center shot mech hurts the rating of this game but I still think it shoots very well.

Art and theme excellent. Fast a d furious fun - Can't go wrong!
8.124/10
4 months ago
I think the is Steve's best game and I will probably own one eventually - right now I play on location. Fantastic game, great flow, great lighting effects and anything Star Trek always pulls me in.
7.632/10
4 months ago
I have tried to love this game and while I think the mechs and art are fantastic, I don't find the game play that fun. It's good like any Stern pinball machine but it's not top 10 for me. I will always put some tokens in to play but I can't see every buying one.
9.320/10
5 months ago
Love it, almost a must own for any collection. All the shots are great and JP has the best skill shot combo. I never get tired of this game.

Code, call outs and story are all top notch. Theme is one of the most recognizable in pinball. Buy one!!
7.303/10
5 months ago
First off, this theme does nothing for me at all. That said, it's a pretty fun game.

I have probably put 20-25 games on Wonka and it shoots well with great flow. Rules are pretty straight forward. Cabinet and playfield are beautiful, so many toys and mechs. Music and call outs kind of kill my enthusiasm for the machine though, they are ok but don't excite me. Great game to play on location but not one for the basement.
7.958/10
5 months ago
I love the theme, I love the art, I love CGC quality, I love the topper but the game to me is just ok. While it's fun to play and I will always play on location, I would not buy this game as there is not enough to keep me engaged longer term. New code next summer may change things but we shall have to wait and see.
8.696/10
5 months ago
After about 20-25 games I'm pretty impressed - I do not own it but I play on location. It's not a game or theme I thought I would love but I find myself coming back to it again and again.

It's a longer play machine and that to me equals more fast and furious shots + combos. I need to understand the rules better but even just shooting blinking lights is a blast, fast locks keep things moving. People who say "it's just another fan layout" are very wrong. There is a reason Brian has 2 games in the top 5 of all time.
7.617/10
6 months ago
Game is fun. The LE projector and ball locks are very cool but otherwise the pro plays pretty much the same. One of the best TV shows, theme is A+ to me,

I'm not sure I would own this game but I love to play it on location locally. I just feel like it's too much like AFM which I have played to death. Still love playing AFM on location also though!
7.622/10
6 months ago
No doubt this is a great Williams title but like Addams Family it seems overrated. I always appreciate the mechs and playing it but the money people want for this machine and the way some people describe it, you would think it's a much better game than it is.

Definitely a recomended game on location!
7.943/10
7 months ago
Really great shooting game, awesome theme and beautiful art work. Sadly the rules on this game are very hard to understand. I have enough trouble with modern pin rulesets, this game is on another level.
8.480/10
7 months ago
One of the best 90s games - probably the game that pulled me back into pinball. Callouts and theme are perfect. Game appeals to all levels of players.
7.019/10
8 months ago
Not going to lie, the theme is not for me. I have zero connection to Hobbit.

With that said the game is fun and definitely a good looking cabinet. I would never buy one but happy to play at a friend's house.
7.716/10
8 months ago
Love Alice and the game looks amazing. I played about 12 games total. It's fun but it's not something I would own, if you have a big collection or collect music pins, this might be a must have. Otherwise almost any new Stern have better game play and rules.
7.684/10
8 months ago
I get it, it's more collectible than anything at this point and the limited numbers will keep prices high. I would totally buy this if it was $9-10K. It's definitely a pinball experience.
9.116/10
8 months ago
Unlike most people I love the original art and the playfield is near perfection. Overall a great looking machine.

Game shots are unique and game play is fast and furious. Great flow and I have actually come to appreciate the left side scoop shot that many people seem to hate. Again - unique. Personally I don't find Bond on a wand very exciting, maybe more function to come but for most people, the pro is the way to go IMO.

Bond was a dream theme for me and code updates have finally pushed me to buy - So happy I did.
7.984/10
10 months ago
I was surprised how much I enjoyed this game. I remember the movies well so the theme does resonate with me for sure. Cabinet has a unique look and the game is packed with goodies. Mini flipper is cool though I'm not sure it's needed.

The lack of game depth is actually a good thing, it's a simple battle and it's fun. Highly recommend playing it if you find one as they are not common!
8.592/10
10 months ago
I honestly don't think this is as good as Godzilla but it's probably the best "music pin" you can buy. GNR has the best light show, Rush has the best code (and it's my favorite band of all time) but this game is the best overall package and the flow is incredible. Love the green powder coat also! Well done Jack and team.
8.275/10
10 months ago
Super fun game with an abundance of flow. Although my favorite game to play right now I'm not sure that it's better than GZ or MM over the long haul. Jack knocked it out of the park!
9.020/10
1 year ago
Unlike most people I love the original art and the playfield is near perfection. Overall a great looking machine and yes, yellow in person is just fine.

Game shots are unique and game play is fast and furious. Great flow and I have actually come to appreciate the left side scoop shot that many people seem to hate. Again - unique. Personally I don't find Bond on a wand very exciting, maybe more function to come but for most people, the pro is the way to go IMO.

Bond was a dream theme for me and code updates have finally pushed me to buy - So happy I did.
9.320/10
1 year ago
Unlike most people I love the original art and the playfield is near perfection. Overall a great looking machine. LE is stunning!

Game shots are unique and game play is fast and furious. Great flow and I have actually come to appreciate the left side scoop shot that many people seem to hate. Again - unique. Personally I don't find Bond on a wand very exciting, maybe more function to come but for most people, the pro is the way to go IMO.

Bond was a dream theme for me and code updates have finally pushed me to buy - So happy I did.
7.880/10
1 year ago
Game is reasonably fun to play and it looks fantastic. One of the best looking pins in the arcade, the light show really shines. I find the music a bit annoying though, I don't care for the iPad idea and there is nothing other than the ramp shot that sticks out. I think I would buy this pin more for the kids than for me but the price is so high that it's almost unaffordable. Some odd decisions were made at JJP.
9.336/10
1 year ago
I am blown away every time I turn it on and play, Godzilla is truly a special game. For months and months I pondered buying it and when a used game came up for a reasonable price I hopped in and joined the club. Boy am I happy I grabbed it!

The flow, the shots, the rules, the mechs and the video/callouts are all almost perfect. More than anything this game is fun. Godzilla is absolutely a pinball masterpiece and a must for every collection.
7.544/10
1 year ago
Fun game, I enjoyed it a lot. Quality of these CGC machines is top notch. The longevity of this game in a collection probably depends on the new code and the doors that follow. Can't wait to try that.
7.547/10
1 year ago
Game theme doesn't do anything for me at all - LOTR is not something I ever watched or have an interest in.

That said game shoots well and its a packed game. For people into LOTR this is a dream machine and a dream theme I am sure. They seem very rare to find anywhere on location (locally anyway) so I was happy to get to try one.
7.728/10
1 year ago
I'm not a huge Metallica fan but they are fine and the music suits pinball for sure. A machine came up locally for a good price so I jumped on it.

Game is a little on the repetitive side but it's fun to shoot and easy to understand so for guests, it's kind of a go-to machine.
7.868/10
1 year ago
Finally got to play this beast and wow, what a sight. Amazing theme and definitely looks like something special.

Game play was decent but nothing fantastic. Flippers were a bit on the weak side, sorry I usually play Sterns. I feel like theme and exclusivity sell this machine, all good. I will never own one (mainly due to cost) but always happy to play one. One of my favorite movies.

The dude abides!
9.140/10
1 year ago
Who you gonna to call? Ghostbusters!

Everyone told me to buy the PRO which is probably the easiest to find - none are easy to find, people seem to hold on to this game. One of my favorite themes of all time, it just reminds me of everything that was awesome in the 80's. Fun game play with lots of great shots, music and callouts all in a modern Stern package. I never get tired of hitting Slimer. Zombie Yeti art is fantastic.

If you get a chance - definitely play! Don't see as often on location anymore either.
9.200/10
1 year ago
Who you gonna to call? Ghostbusters!

One of my favorite themes of all time, it just reminds me of everything that was awesome in the 80's. Fun game with lots of great shots, music and callouts all in a modern Stern package. I never get tired of hitting Slimer. Zombie Yeti art is fantastic.

If you get a chance - definitely play! Don't see often on location anymore.
7.541/10
1 year ago
Heard so much about this game, played it on vpin and then finally got to play the real thing.

Lots of fun, great callouts and music. I don't like widebody pins but this one is good. That said, it's not worth the money people want for it IMO. These sell for a big premium.
9.840/10
1 year ago
I own a Pro - Comparing the two, game play is not materially different. The VUK definitely slows the game down a bit - for a lot of people that's a good thing, especially during multi-ball. The drum clock is a nice feature, the scoop shooting out balls sideways adds another dimension for sure.

Scoops are no issue on the premium/ LE but a lot of people are purchasing 3rd party protectors and the owner of this machines was leaning the same way. It's too bad Stern didn't get this right the first time, I think a lot of pro reviews were low because of this.

Overall, game play is fantastic with lot of great shots, great music, funny callouts and good flow. Very much a Borg creation. I am thrilled with the amount of passion owners have for this theme and this game. It's a keeper if you own one and a go-to game if you are playing on location.
8.984/10
1 year ago
This game is a fun game. The music and code are really good but I think a lot of people play the pro model which is missing two key items and then write the game off as being "bare" or dull. The Electric Magic in the center and the upper flipper shot ramp make the premium/LE game so much better but most people never see those on location.

Light show is spectacular. Stern has Expression Lighting added on the premum/LE and the integration is very good. Probably not G&R good but it makes the game shine.

The usual cliché is to say that this game is underrated. Maybe it is or maybe it's just that the pro models and the poor effort on cabinet art gave the title a less than stellar rating. It's not Godzilla but it does have great flow and if you like modern Sterns, Led Zeppelin and like shooting ramps and targets, its an easy game to recommend.
7.832/10
1 year ago
Even though you can add missing Expression Lighting , the lack of Electric Magic from the Premium and the dead end shot leaving you wanting more. Premium is worth the extra money!

Still a fun modern Stern game though, great combo shots and flow. If you like Led Zeppelin, crank it.
8.804/10
1 year ago
This game is a fun game. The music and code are really good but I think a lot of people play the pro model which is missing two key items and then write the game off as being "bare" or dull. The Electric Magic in the center and the upper flipper shot ramp make the premium/LE game so much better but most people never see those on location.

Light show is spectacular. Stern has Expression Lighting added on the premum/LE and the integration is very good. Probably not G&R good but it makes the game shine.

The usual cliché is to say that this game is underrated. Maybe it is or maybe it's just that the pro models and the poor effort on cabinet art gave the title a less than stellar rating. It's not Godzilla but it does have great flow and if you like modern Sterns, Led Zeppelin and like shooting ramps and targets, its an easy game to recommend.
9.840/10
2 years ago
I own a Rush Pro and was lucky enough to get to try a mint new Rush premium at a friends house on the weekend. Comparing the two, game play is not materially different. The VUK definitely slows the game down a bit - for a lot of people that's a good thing, especially during multi-ball. The drum clock is a nice feature, the scoop shooting out balls sideways adds another dimension for sure.

Scoops were no issue on the premium but a lot of people are purchasing 3rd party protectors and the owner of this machines was leaning the same way. It's too bad Stern didn't get this right the first time, I think a lot of pro reviews were low because of this.

Overall, game play is fantastic with lot of great shots, great music, funny callouts and good flow. Very much a Borg creation. I am thrilled with the amount of passion owners have for this theme and this game. It's a keeper if you own one and a go-to game if you are playing on location.
7.295/10
2 years ago
Was lucky enough to try one of these a few weeks back. It was just ok. The cabinet and theme are all beautiful but the game didn't wow me in any way. No fantastic and satisfying shots to speak of.

I only got about 7-8 games in. I really wish there were more of these machines around, would love to get more time on it. They are definitely a rare bird in the pinball world.
9.180/10
2 years ago
Best purchase I ever made - I am really enjoying it.

Game is fast and challenging to me but I am far from a great player. That said, it's not brutal either. Good variety of shots and the top flipper loop is very fun. The music for me is pure joy as I have been a Rush fan since I was a kid but I think any classic rock fan will find the music is well suited for pinball. I have the humor dialed to maximum callouts are good but I understand it will get even better. Alex and Geddy contributing to this pin was a must.

Overall all a fantastic game, I don't think you will be disappointed. John Borg + team did a great job!
7.108/10
2 years ago
Awesome theme, awesome artwork, awesome music, awesome band and a so-so game.

It's fine but compared to the shots and flow of many recent Stern machines it kind of falls short, too many multi balls. Flippers aren't super crisp either. Still definitely worth playing on location. Best light show of any game I have ever seen.
7.065/10
2 years ago
Decent game but I find I lose my ball far too easily - no kickback. My fault, I suck. Like the theme and callouts though, remember the movie back. In the day.
8.140/10
2 years ago
I think its fun but I have never had the opportunity to play the LE sadly. Obviously the PRO suffers from the usual lower score vs it's more expensive brother. The more shallow playfield threw me off a bit but the shots are great, the theme is great and I definitely enjoyed more than I thought I would.
7.329/10
2 years ago
I like the game but I don't love it. The theme is perfect but the game play is lacking IMO. I suspect the blood suck edition is better but I have no access to that.
7.940/10
2 years ago
Super fun game even by modern day standards. Lots to do and not overly complicated. I always loved the show in the late 80s and 90's so the theme is perfect. The back glass is not great IMO but it's not terrible either, love the cabinet otherwise. The dual cannons always a good time- Highly recommended!
7.230/10
2 years ago
It's not a bad game but I didn't grow up with TMNTs so I have no connection to this game really.

Usually it doesn't matter to me that much but I just couldn't get into it. It's not bad but I think it mostly for players born in the 80's.
8.372/10
2 years ago
I'm stunned this machine has such a low rating but I suspect it's the theme and not the game itself. I don't really identify with Munsters but I find the game just plain fun. Not many around locally but I always play when I see it!
9.940/10
2 years ago
Best pinball machine of all time compared to anything I have ever played. Every time I see one, I smile and think this day is going to be good. I only wish I could afford to buy one of my own.
9.260/10
2 years ago
Love it and the Pro gives you all the shots! I never get tired of this game.

Code, call outs and story are all top notch. I wish the translite was better but I have an alternate which I highly recommend. Theme is one of the most recognizable in pinball. Really happy I bought this game, it's a go to for both guests and for me.
9.800/10
2 years ago
Had not played this game in 10 years plus but a local barcade had it. It's still one of my all time favorites, I absolutely love the game, I wish I had one in my basement.

Not the deepest game in the world but I never get tired of those shots and blowing up the saucers! :)
8.324/10
2 years ago
A really fun game. Call outs, theme, music and action all classic late 80s - early 90s. Really like the mini DMD games. As far as cost, it's pretty reasonable vs. Many early 90s DMD tables. Will definitely keep this one for a while.
7.815/10
2 years ago
Love the band - don't love this machine.

For me the music pulls me back every time though as I'm a huge AC/DC fan. Shots are decent but I seem to drain very easily on this game which is frustrating. Hard game to buy - seems like people hold on to these!

I hear if you move up to premium it's much better but none around me.
9.220/10
2 years ago
Played for the first time last night - so fun! I didn't know much about it but I will be back to play again for sure.
8.656/10
2 years ago
One of my favorites when I was a kid, I still absolutely love the game.
7.019/10
2 years ago
If you can find one in good shape for a good deal it's definitely a lot of fun and it doesn't take as much space as a full size pin. The light show is impressive for the price point. Getting balls up the ramp for multi-ball are difficult shots!

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