Quoted from jawjaw:I do wish Stern would put more effort into each machine but in reality they don't really need to change a thing. They seem to be doing just fine with what they are doing. People complain about code, quality, and prices but still buy games. People even start sending in money as soon as a game is announced. Theme sells even if gameplay is not there. Stern could invest a lot more money into quality control, better code at launch, or more features for the price but all that costs money. Stern might make a better machine and sell a few more pins but might lose money in the end. Even though JJP POTC looks like a great game, I seriously doubt a game that quickly gets close to 5 figures is going to take over the industry. Stern will continue to produce more titles than JJP and pros at far cheaper price. Not every game is going to be a hit but all they need to do is keep cranking out titles with decent themes.
I used to be an LE buyer, but have now dropped out because of price mainly, but lack of value. I'm scared to purchase, even a pro, because of the past issues like cabinets and playfields. So, I have completely done a 180, and that's not like me usually. There are others that have followed in the same fashion. Stern doesn't need to change, if the home buyer is not what their target is. If it somewhat is, they need to change greatly. I see lots of quotes on here, that we complain but at the next Stern reveal, we will have our wallets out. Not true with all. Iron Maiden is one of my favorite bands, but I have to see quality for the price and code that is worth putting the game in my house before I buy anything. I wish Stern all the best with what they are trying to achieve, but I am fearful, for lack of a better word, to purchase a game due to quality control & perceived lack of interest in the home buyer (which includes packed games with deep code).
Pleasanton, CA
