544 checking in! Over a year out but worth the wait!

Spooky didnt make them. They are sold by Pinball Life.

How does that equate? Spooky is making the game already with their Lemmy hinges, one of their suppliers decides to sell a mod. How does that make these made by Spooky?

That's fricken hilarious!! Bravo Spooky!

Trying to make a "kid friendly" version of a pin themed on an adult cartoon is asking quite a bit. This was an adult theme going in and they have made efforts to try and tame the language, but while I completely respect folks trying to protect their kids from the violence/language, asking them to completely censor just about every video aspect of the game is too much. People should have known what to expect when they bought the pin. It is an adult cartoon and the game pays tribute...

Personally, I would rather Eric spend time coding what is already on his list of "yet to come", than see him try and reinvent the wheel, so to speak.

And I am team purple coin door

I'd be down for one depending on how it is printed on the shirt. Not a fan a large front prints and blank backs. Would love to see that large on the back and then maybe small front pocket area. I also only wear darker colored shirts.. lol. Yeah, I am picky with my shirts.

Great job on the design!

Nice nice baby...

Or I guess I could have done Nice T... (Water T doesn't rhyme)

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Why is everything you ever post always have a snide, underlying tone to it? Can't you ever ask a question or look for an answer without putting in some sort of BS suggesting how you shouldn't have to be bothered to ask it? Your crap about it being a 8 or 9 grand and what you should or shouldn't have to do really does not need to be in there to get what you are looking for. I guess it is just how you are... Always need to add your crappy inflection into everything. It's no wonder that you have almost as many downvotes as you have upvotes.. Hell of a percentage you have earned yourself there. I know you could probably care less about that factor, but maybe just having a different outlook or approach to things might work wonders in regards to how people respond to you.

It's not directly, but the underlying tone is. Especially when it has been ongoing for quite some time. By itself it's not much (there has been way worse), but when looking at his overall work, it's hard not to read it. That exact same thing could have been asked or stated without the extra added commentary.

That could have simply said:

"Funny how 2 people on here are doing the opposite of one another. One is bending toward the payer and the other away. Can someone from Spooky put something on their website to explain what people need to do?"

That was all that was needed. Same thing accomplished. All of the rest that was added was just passive aggressive....

I wish I had mine as well. But opposite of most, with the virus situation, I am working many long hours and have not had time to play a single game of pinball since this all began a month ago. I am not complaining as unlike many close to me, I am at least getting a paycheck. I know too many who are worried they may lose their house someday as they fall behind in their bills.

I am torn between being jealous of everyone who gets to stay home (and more safe) playing pinball, and being grateful that I still have income while being at risk and working long hours. What a messed up world we currently live in!

And also, a congrats on getting your games!!

Just curious what that mod covers? I know there is a green decal there that says something but I don't have my game yet and internet pictures don't show that spot well. Any chance of a photo of the location as it comes stock? I like the mod but want to see what I would be covering if I get it. Thanks!!

OK, thanks!! That sells the mod right there! Lol

Nice job!

First season was good and improved as it went along. But the show only gets better after Season 1, so don't stop there. So much good stuff ahead for you!

That would be really cool if someone did. At least the 2 at the right orbits...

Same here, whenever someone updates here with whatever is on FB, that is great. I do not, nor will I ever have a FB page, so I also appreciate the info being passed on.

Ok, I am liking the Comulon separated from the planets that he was made with. It just never looked right to me with the planet "body" and the 2 other planets on wires (the scale bothered me for the game). But where you have it placed is PERFECT!! Makes me want to order it that way with just the head. Can you show another picture of how you attached it there? I am still a long way from my game, but acquiring the mods I want now and storing them away.

As someone who is not on Facebook, I am unable to tell if this is wishful thinking or relaying information posted somewhere else... Are there any facts behind this?

The addition of human music was cracking me up too. And Whirly Dirly is a screamfest now.

Don't base your experience of the show on the first episode. Give it 3 or 4 to really settle in. Also, after the first episode, watch the hidden scene after the credits. Only first show didn't have it.

It's not an option, but an accommodation. You can arrange to have Spooky ship your playfield to Kruzman and then pay Ron for his work. Ron ships it back and Spooky installs it for you. But my understanding is it is something that needs to be worked out in advance so your playfield is back in Spooky hands when your machine hits the line. That's how it was explained to me anyway... It's not something Spooky really offers, but they will work with buyers if that's something they ask to have done.

I have in on my ACNC and love it. Even if you don't use headphones, it also gives you volume control right on the outside of door. I have to use headphones occasionally due to where my games are and studying college students, so it was a must buy for me. I will be getting it for my R&M as well.

Its really not difficult to install. Instructions are spot on. I think it took about 10 mins and that was taking my time.

It was one of the best things I did with my ACNC. It went from aircraft takeoff to silent. Pinmonk sells a very easy install kit for Spooky... Scroll down:

https://www.pinmonk.com/cms/index.php/pinballaccessories

Damn, I don't see #544 there...

You actually can send your DBV cover to Pinovators and they will install their kit on your powdercosted cover for you. So either way works.

https://mezelmods.com/products/pinball-glo-balls?variant=1300538840

Or

http://modmypin.com/

There are some colorful options out there.

I don't think anyone has any problem with people posting the issues they are having. The fact is that Spooky listens and ends up fixing them for future builds. What most people are having problems with is when people post in a certain tone, like this:

There are different ways to respond to issues. When you are dealing with a company that doesn't respond, then ramp it up some to try and get some help. But when you are dealing with a company who is forever present here and acts quickly to resolve issues, there is no need to come across like a d-bag. That is when you get the "fix it yourself' replies...

Curious to see what you come up with and where you source your solution. I am a year out on my game (#544) but have been collecting the mods I want and my Mondo figures are on backorder for this very purpose. Looks great so far!!

I got the fan that Pinmonk sells and installed it in my ACNC. The difference was HUGE. Game went from loudest to silent. I will be putting the same one in R&M when it comes.

https://www.pinmonk.com/cms/index.php/pinballaccessories

3rd fan down...

Looking forward to having this exact same combo sometime next summer (#544).

Looks great!! Where did you source the death crystals?

Did you guys hear about Spencer Grammar getting her arm slashed? KEEP SUMMER SAFE!!

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/spencer-grammer-recovering-slashing-attack-222525772.html

Or you can use anti-rattle tape on the edges of your glass for a permanent solution which is what many TNA and ACNC owners have done. This way you don't have pieces of zip ties falling into your game when you take the glass off...

https://pinballpro.net/shop/anti-rattle-tape-ar-1/

I was thinking there was a story there with how Scott signed it... Obviously it was not a marker.

I would be in if in fact Spooky does not fix this, but with their track record, I am sure they will. But, depending on how it looks, etc.. I would be in for one probably as a permanent fix if it cosmetically goes with the game.

And with all the breaking protectors, it would appear that the large piece that keeps breaking off should be secured somehow on that end. I am guessing that there was no way to secure that with where it sits? I may pass on the protector set at this point when my build comes up and go with an aftermarket set that someone makes in a sturdier material.

I would love to see some pics of these installed. Almost as simple as the Spooky versions with a bit more color.

https://pinballpro.net/shop/anti-rattle-tape-ar-1/

It was needed on ACNC and TNA as well. Spooky kills it with the audio.

Is it possible to have several that come up randomly? Because the trash truck one and the one with Rick holding on to the round sex robot are both winners for sure. And I'm sure there are a few other great options.

Just my $.02 so take it for what it's worth. But I think changing the color makes it more of a focal point where as with the white, it just gets lost as part of the game, which is what I think was intended. The base is not something you really want to see for the "illusion" that the ship is flying. But I appreciate the effort, and if you like it, keep it!! Just not something that I would personally do.

Now you are on to something. Looks good!

It looks good there without the house, but curious to see how it looks (and what it blocks) with the house installed. I think its a great plan and look, but really want to see it with the complete game. Good job!

Nice, looks like they broke the halfway mark to mine!! #544 sometime in 2021!

https://sisyphus-industries.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwiaX8BRBZEiwAQQxGxwQuE_1qAtnmPkTGDQS5RdN59JDkJBZawoNtyrp3YX_EyLltyW1OQRoCtSoQAvD_BwE

I am hoping when #544 arrives, I don't have the same issue with the Whirly Dirly mod. I do not want to see the "Funko face" on Rick and would prefer to have mine installed the other way. Love the mod, hate the stupid Funko eyes.

Doubling up on the metal spacers will not make the legs stop pointing inward, but they will keep them far enough away from the cabinet that they will not touch. Putting the larger plastic spacers on will only cause the plastic to dig into the cabinet instead of the leg. Double up the thinner metal ones or get the thick ones that Mantis makes and you should be good. Personally, if the issue is not resolved by the time mine is ordered, I will be putting the Mantis protector over the stock Spooky one. That will keep the leg away from the cabinet for sure.

https://mantispinball.com/product/misc-leg-protector-hidden/

Do you just troll this thread looking for a chance to repeat any negative comment made? Do you even own the game?
Your schtick grew old a long time ago...

I have the exact same Rick figure for my Whirly Dirly mod and planned to swap him in. I am still waiting for #544 though so all my mods are sitting in a box. Looks great and glad to see what I planned will work!! I can't stand the Funko eyes on the Rick figure that was used for the mod.

Yeah, its definitely due to the outlet you have it plugged into is on the same circuit at your lights. In a previous house, every time we flipped WOZ, the bathroom lights would flicker which was on the other side of that wall. Could have caused some seizures if someone was in the bathroom during multiball. Ends up that the bathroom lights were tied into that outlet circuit.

In this house, I made sure all of the outlets in my gaming area on on their own circuit. Unfortunately, I didn't pay that much attention during our kitchen remodel and now whenever the microwave turns on, the pendulant lights over the island dim. They tied those 2 circuits together unfortunately. At least when the microwave is revved up, I no longer piss my pants and forget who I am for a half hour or so... (I know its after Christmas, but the microwave made me think of that movie quote).

Thanks for the review. I bought the same kit which is now in my box of R&M mods for when my game arrives. Glad to see the install with the bright flipper buttons (which I also have). Just curious what you did on the other side with your magna save button and how that side looks?

EDIT: Ah, I can see in the photo with your playfield up that you went green on that button too. Can you post a pic from the right side so I can see the overall look with 2 green buttons and the glowing portal? Thanks again!

Didn't you back out of your purchase after all the negative comments you love to post? If that's the case, why are you still in the owners thread spewing your negative bullshit? Go hate on Spooky somewhere else. No one here wants to listen to your drivel.

I wanted the BSE for the color scheme etc.. but was not ready for the game (and still am not... lol) so I requested the highest possible BSE number from my distributor. Looks like my time is coming soon so I need to figure out how to deal with 5 pins with room for 4. Ugh.. I really do not want to get rid of one and I think ACNC might be on the chopping block as much as I love that game, unless I can clear out enough of the garage to house ACNC in there.

Woot!! Only 60 away from mine! It will be here sooner than I know it!

That's the Kirkland Meeseeks

https://rickandmorty.fandom.com/wiki/Mr._Meeseeks_(Kirkland)

This isn't an issue with ACNC

There is a scoop on the left side that fires at the right flipper. The launch orbit comes around pretty fast and hits the left flipper as well. Probably not the same velocity but have never had the flippers on ACNC get knocked back either way.

At least in my case, I am thinking the crystal mod should cover most of it. Not sure how it would look for those that do not have the crystal mod, but I'm sure there will be cosmetic solutions that people will come up with.

While this is very helpful to those that do not understand FAT32 formatting, it needs to be said that some of the problems CAN be the USB drive as stated before. I have used several FAT32 formatted drives that my ACNC will not recognize or has problems installing from. I found a USB that works with that pin every time and that is now the one that I use for updates on that machine. I had a similar issue with WOZ.

Having the drive formatted properly is an important step, but just because it is FAT32 does not guarantee that it will work. You just have to find the USB that your pin will like. Hopefully you get lucky on your first try.

I don't have my game yet for reference. What board is under there and where is that located? Trying to assess the need. I know you said you were going to tweak the design, but as is, it is very hard to read with minimal contrast.

For those keeping track (I know I was!!), I just submitted my options list for #544 to Joe at PinballStar. Everything except the butter cab and the coin box. Butter would be nice, but with my setup, its wasted as you cannot see the sides of the cabs.

On a side note, I am Joe's very last BSE. So every PinballStar order after mine is a standard.

Send a PM to Sonic directly.

Invoiced today for #544 and paying in full with a projected build and ship in February.

Everything but butter and coin box.

I second this for a regular drone, but he was asking for a racing drone. I have the Mavic Mini which is awesome for the lower price point. Not sure anything in the Mavic line qualifies as a racing drone though. Awesome for photography, filming, and fun though!

My thoughts exactly. Someone could probably take the exact same art it covers and make a fitted sticker. Cosmetic problem solved, and potential breakage problem solved. That would be a win win.

It is on the entire time the game is powered on (I have them on ACNC). But they are silent and have a long life expectancy.

I had a similar situation I want to complain about! One of my ACNC wireforms broke recently after having the game over a year. I emailed them a photo and asked them if they had anymore in stock so I could buy one. If not, I was going to weld it myself (but would have to remove powdercoating with no way to replicate it exactly). Instead of selling me a new one, they want me to send it back to them and they will make the repair and powdercoat it for free! What is this world coming to when you can't even spend money anymore?!?!

I have the speaker lights on my ACNC and will be getting them on R&M as well. They reflect some, especially in photos, but are not noticible during play. That said, I got a bent plastic from Pinball Life and no more reflection...

https://www.pinballlife.com/bent-plastic.html

I remember seeing those art blades posted somewhere a while back but never saw them installed. I actually really like them and now cannot figure out where I saw them available.

I remember contemplating the purchase when I first saw them but held off until I could see them in a machine. And now, I can't seem to find them in a search of the regular places...

Luckily I bought mine last week when they were available. I don't have my game yet, but know this is something I wanted to fix out the gate.

MRS are not cheap, but they are a 1 time fix on most games. Right around $35 each I think,

And this is why Spooky is the best pinball company around. You guys may take some missteps along the way, but you OWN them and work to fix them. There are people venting here obviously, but the way you guys respond to those vents, and your proactive approach to making things better put you at the top of the class.

Man, that was a fast move to Florida!!

Uh oh, now you have crossed over into Deeproot territory. Deeproot holds all of the patents on innovation and no one else is allowed to go there. Now, if you want an actual pinball machine to play, then we know that non-innovation works. If you want innovation, then we can pretend to play pinball with all of the innovation that Deeproot has produced.

Oh my... I am sorry to lead you down this rabbit hole that opened up over 3 years ago now. But if you are into drama, hyperbole, comical missteps, and a situation that just keeps on giving, step on in... Warning, 321 pages and counting.

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/twip-is-deeproot-the-next-misadventure-or-a-pinball-revolution

I have the same mat for mine... Now I just need to get my game! It's paid in full and getting closer every day, I can feel it!

40 more till mine!!

What is Spooky cranking out, about 15 a week now? I should be getting mine right around my birthday.

Just got the notice that game 544 is being shipped at end of this week, for those keeping track. Birthday is next Thursday, so might receive it right around that time. Can't wait!!

Yes, happy birthday to us! And my daughter... which reminds me. I better figure out what to get her and get it in the mail! lol

Yeah, that's probably the case. Mine is the "I can't believe it's not butter" version.

Doesn't R&M have a restart function where you can just hold down the start button or something after the first ball? I don't have my game yet, but remember reading that Rick shames the hell out of you if you restart your game. It's got to be easier than opening the coin door, etc...

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Send a PM to Sonic

From what I heard, Terry stopped selling them because a bunch of people on Facebook were up in arms that they were for sale when they "should have been included in the new games". I'm not on Facebook so no first hand knowledge, but that's what I was told.

My guess is that once the R&M run is complete and no more new games are being built, they might reappear for sale. Just a guess but if Terry pulled them to squash the critisizm of Spooky, the argument that they SHOULD be included in their new games will have expired because there will be no more new games. At that point, it just becomes a mod which in reality, it has been all along.

Luckily, I bought one as soon as they were available before being pulled. Hopefully, they return for anyone that missed out.

You are going to have trouble finding 6v I would think. I would just get some 12v LED strip lighting and use that, easy stuff. They sell it all day on Amazon for cheap and 12v is easily accessible in the game.

Ok, that looks great! So I gotta ask... Are the 2 crystals on either side of the topper extra crystals from inside the game? And did you activate their lighting to coincide with the portal topper lighting?

Also, I noticed that your backlighting changes and matches the lighting on the speakers. Tell us about what you did there!

Again, great job!

They actually advertised it as a Mr Poopy Butthole mod in the original advertisement for the wireform.. lol. But yeah, it is designed to cover that hole.

I appreciate the info!! I also bought 2 extra crystals from Spooky as well and they are being shipped with my game. My intent was to replace the plastic cutouts of Rick and Morty with the 1 foot high detailed Mondo figures that I bought a while back. Anyway, the crystals are going to be used in front of them to block what will now be the exposed stand for the portal. I love the way the blue fire LEDs look and the blue flasher is great too!

As for the RGB strip that works with the speakers, I hope you don't mind me copying that. I have ACNC also and was planning on putting some rear and under lighting, but have not gotten around to it yet. This is how I am going to do it.

Wife called me from work and I just raced home. Day before my 51st, happy birthday to me. Shit just got real... I'll post more pics and an unboxing report later.

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Thanks for the birthday wishes... Quick update. #544 works great upon delivery. A few small tweaks will be needed here and there probably but 100% playable as is. Will probably be absent until bedtime tonight, because.... well, you know.20210303_163525.jpg20210303_180842.jpg16148259279306414583006885170104.jpg20210303_180705.jpg

Oh yeah.. Been a fan since season 1. My daughter turned me on to it after a few episodes and I never looked back. Cheers!

So quick report after putting about 10 or more 4 player games on it tonight.

Flippers need adjustment like most others. I am getting knock back on both and the upper right occasionally wouldn't fire. Did a quick leaf bend and fixed the upper, need to play with the EOS for the lowers.

The launch power needs to be dialed up a little. Usually takes about 3 launches to get it on to the playfield. Incline set at 6.5

The meeseeks target needs to be moved to the left a touch. Already got a ball stuck behind it and under plastic.

The Beth, Jerry, Summer targets need a little adjustment to get them to register more. Only register on very hard shots right now.

Most of the shots are very clean and while hard, are makeable. I don't think I need to do much adjusting there. The center scoop works well with very few rejects. No adjustment needed there either.

Only thing I noticed that I need to look into is the left scoop from the portal shot does not exit clean and occasionally will bounce around instead of feeding the left flipper. I had it go down the left drain several times and had it bounce out of the left lanes to the center playfield area as well. Not sure whats going on there as everything appears lined up well, but haven't really inspected it because we all just wanted to play.

Had a fricken blast playing it tonight and everyone wanted to play "just one more" after each game. Game works very well and just needs a little dialing in. Luckily everything I need to do for the most part has been well documented by everyone in this thread. So easy stuff to do and I hope to tackle them this weekend along with the mods I have been hoarding away. That is if I can stop playing long enough to work on it.

Awesome job Spooky!!