Maskell's ratings
Pinsider Maskell has rated 34 machines.
This page shows all all these ratings, and forms Maskell's personal top 34.
Rating comments
9.444/10
2 years ago
Greenville, SC
Have really been enjoying this game. It benefits from getting to play it multiple times and get the hang of it. A little trickier on location. What can be said that hasn’t been said before about Rudy the talking marionette or whatever he is. Really makes the game and has to be one of Pat lawlors top achievements. Has the signature Lawlor third flipper shot and some satisfying ways to hit that shot. Overall a game that has grown on me over the years
7.059/10
2 years ago
The Mandalorian (Premium) Stern, 2021
Had a few rounds of Mando at a friends house and although it’s a high quality release, just wasn’t for me. Was hard to get in a good flow with some of the starting and stopping. A few of the Shots also felt too tight. Maybe I’m not that good a shooter though. Really liked the art package and my kids would too, but I’m afraid the game would be too hard for the young ones at my house. I like music pins a lot, so the sound was underwhelming. Quality was great, but was repetitive or dull at times. I’d think this would be a good buy if you had it in your home collection with several other not so hard games or would be a great pin on location because everyone would walk up for the theme. Just not for me
9.443/10
3 years ago
White Water Williams, 1993
When I had played this machine on location I never really fell for it, but having it in a home location and sort of learning some of the tricks makes it a super addicting game. The sound comes off as a little more blown out than I would like, but putting pinsound in it really makes a difference. Quickly became my most played machine at home
9.940/10
3 years ago
Medieval Madness (Remake - Royal Edition) Chicago Gaming Co., 2019
The XL DMD, the topper, the trim, and the addressable lighting takes this machine to the next level. Certainly and improvement in what was already the best game possibly ever
9.644/10
3 years ago
Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Premium) Stern, 2018
Man. Love Maiden even though I’m not huge on the band. Maybe best flow of any game I’ve ever played. New code makes it even better
8.554/10
3 years ago
NBA Fastbreak Bally, 1997
I was pleasantly surprise once I had this game at home for the first time. Really fun to try and beat all the team high scores and really like the action button as part of throwing you off regular gameplay. Plays fast and you can definitely get some quick drains, but there are a lot of shots to hit for a two flipper game. Would really love to get a second one for head to head which is really unique
7.555/10
3 years ago
Guns N' Roses (LE) Jersey Jack, 2020
Overall good game. If you aren’t into GnR, it might be a turn off, but the game is definitely worth a spin. The drain outs can be very frustrating when trying to hit the skill shot. Not sure how to fix that. Love the light show, it gives a real concert feel. I like many Guns and Roses songs, but it can get a bit old. The gameplay mostly makes up for it. Overall good release
9.344/10
3 years ago
Jurassic Park (Premium) Stern, 2019
For the value versus the LE and the features versus the Pro, this game hits all the marks. The way the T-Rex throws the ball is great if you have that turned on. Much better looking Dino than the DE T-Rex. newton ball spinning Jeep is a great add. Great game that’s not as brutally fast on new players as Maiden.
6.449/10
4 years ago
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (LE) Stern, 2020
Great looking and playing game, but lots of issues with new out of box. Diverted ramps with the van broke the ramp on one friends machine and the color of the playfield was awful on another. Everyone I know that got this game has had issues. Once you play it, it’s fun, but the issues greatly take away from enjoyment wondering what’s going to break next
7.380/10
4 years ago
Pirates of the Caribbean (CE) Jersey Jack, 2018
Stunning game but a little clunky to figure out. A bit much going on for public play setting but satisfying for home use. Great Backbox stuff. Helps if you really like the movie. Certainly would buy a new car over the inflated price of this machine, but it’s still quite good
9.940/10
4 years ago
Medieval Madness Williams, 1997
Matt (39 years old) - Fun callouts and smooth shots. Color DMD and shaker are so worth it. Loved Attack from Mars, and the trolls and damsel shots are an upgrade. Clever theme, naming and playfield art. Eddy definitely had a formula. But it works for me.
Gram (6 years old) - it is the favorite game we have. you have to hit the castle three times to open the gate. There is Merlin magic.
Gram (6 years old) - it is the favorite game we have. you have to hit the castle three times to open the gate. There is Merlin magic.
7.499/10
4 years ago
Pirates of the Caribbean (LE) Jersey Jack, 2018
Like this game a lot, but a lot to keep running 100% from locations I’ve played. Love the ship. Like any game with multiple releases, it can be a bit redundant, but this is the best of the POTC franchise.
8.092/10
4 years ago
Jurassic Park (Limited Edition) Stern, 2019
Enjoyed this game! I like the original more, but it’s a good edition. Good modes and pretty deep game. Left a little to be desired from difficulty but I’d say pretty replayable. Miss really having the movie artwork in the design as much as the OG. Update. Played this lore and enjoy it more
9.940/10
5 years ago
Twilight Zone Bally, 1993
The most replay value of any game I’ve owned. Very deep for its release date. My kids LOVE when you get the power ball out. Had a friend recommend doing all power balls for full in craziness!
9.840/10
5 years ago
Iron Man Stern, 2010
I love this game. Play super fast and has a lot of satisfying ramp shots. My only major complaint is some of the wear you can get around the magnets, but that might just be because the one I own was on routed before I got it. Always challenging and good bash item in the middle of the playfield
9.540/10
5 years ago
Jurassic Park Data East, 1993
Fun game. Sort of like addams family lite. Lots of great modes. My kids love it when T-Rex eats the ball
9.660/10
5 years ago
Whirlwind Williams, 1990
Great System 11 title. Iconic theme music. Great speech and effects. The star of the show is the fan beacon. Maybe the best functional topper in pinball. Replay is high and essentially has one of the first that I know of Wizard Modes. Spinners are fun. Lawlor is a genius
4.223/10
5 years ago
Monster Bash (Limited Edition) Chicago Gaming Co., 2018
Not crazy playing this game. Don’t get the hype. Sound makes a buzzing vibration on the glass. Overall not my favorite
6.179/10
5 years ago
The Beatles (Gold Edition) Stern, 2018
Really nice feeling solid shots, but to me played more like an EM machine than the more modern machines that I enjoy. Easy game to pick up and play, but not one I would want to own
9.940/10
5 years ago
Attack From Mars (Remake - Special) Chicago Gaming Co., 2017
This game is fun, smooth, fast, Funny, it checks all the boxes. Love the artwork, and the extra large screen and animations are great. For a game of this caliber, special edition is a great value because it has the big HD DMD, shaker with lit speaker panels and other little upgrades. Not sure I’d paid the extra $600 or so just to have the topper as the other next level upgrade
7.148/10
5 years ago
Attack From Mars (Remake - LE) Chicago Gaming Co., 2017
Great machine- but feels a little dated. Still great, but I like some of the shots on Madness more. Trolls give MM the edge.
Easy for a beginner to pick up or pretty deep for experienced player. It’s funny, its artwork is great and kids love it
Easy for a beginner to pick up or pretty deep for experienced player. It’s funny, its artwork is great and kids love it
9.800/10
5 years ago
Creature from the Black Lagoon Bally, 1992
Simple but deep rule set and shots. Great ramps. Fun themes. Feels a little chauvinistic at time in this day and age, but sort of harmless. Love this game so much. Hearing the same three songs gets repetitive
8.445/10
6 years ago
1962 World Series Williams, 1962
Great pitch and bat, and I believe the last one to have the holes in the playfield like the woodrail P&Bs. Great animations of the baserunners. THe one I owned pitched a little fast, and the "curveball" was just an unhittable pitch. Overall great though
7.473/10
6 years ago
Spirit of 76 Gottlieb, 1975
Pretty straightforward EM. Pretty playfield with nice shots. Not a ton of replayability, but not the worst EM either. It benefits from a nice patriotic theme
9.208/10
6 years ago
Embryon Bally, 1981
Great game with beautiful art. Only downside is that the only game sounds are really just a repeated pulsing. Which does fit the game nicely, but doesn't really enhance your experience. Probably the best widebody of that era I've played
8.940/10
6 years ago
SlugFest Williams, 1991
If you love pitch and bats, this is a great modern addition. Even better it offers head-to-head play. Probably not for serious pin-heads, but great for family and bros hanging out. I have owned two of these. Super fun game
9.640/10
6 years ago
High Speed Williams, 1986
Fast and fun game. Love the art and the story behind Steve's design. Good learning curve heavily dependent on timing. Play it over and over again. You'll want to make sure the game is adjusted properly and regularly waxed to keep it fast and the shots clean
9.296/10
6 years ago
Starship Troopers Sega, 1997
My first pin, and a really fun game that I've found to have lasting power. THe music gets repetitive, but the multiballs are fun, and there are several Easter eggs. Been a great a nd durable machine, too
9.800/10
6 years ago
Demolition Man Williams, 1994
Vastly underrated game. Great theme that ties nicely to the movie. Art is great, and the bright colors really pop. THe crane is a fun element, and lots of ramps to hit
