Cool! Where can I see the full list of games that CGC will be releasing?
Seems like it will take a long time for multiple to come out no?
Thanks!

Some seriously fairweather fanage going on here.

Mbr LE is maybe the most beautiful pin of all time, they'll knock this one out of the park as well.

They'll likely do a brand new ruleset on top of the original you can switch between. Likely heavily inspired by CCC but my guess is they're gonna tweak the hell out of this as well. We know there are rumors of them making their own title so this would be a great way for them to springboard into that.

I think the title choice is absolutely perfect provided they flesh out the rules, I'm in blind on an LE without question. I literally dont need to see it, it's gonna be a 10/10 just like mmr royal and mbr le, I promise you.

Nice enthusiasm!! I think you are correct!!

LOL, Safecracker is a really fun machine with a very different approach to pinball (definite Pat Lawlor twist).
But, as with every machine out there, it isn't liked by everyone, and just saying it's only expensive because it's rare isn't a fair assessment. There are plenty of haters out there for any title, not trying to change your mind (as pointless as arguing chocolate vs. vanilla). SafeCracker is an awesome pin IMO, the rarity just makes it more unique.

I hope they do produce a CC with updated code, will be an interesting release.

I’m curious to see what they do with it. I’ve always enjoyed CC when I’ve played it. It’s weird, I don’t really like Westerns, but I like Western games like Sunset Riders & Wild Guns...CC appeals to me in the way that Champ Pub appeals to me as a Punch-Out fan.

Looks like they may be pivoting away from CC?

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/monster-bash-remake-this-game-is-scary-good-chicago-gaming-company/page/2#post-4127913

You heard that? Maybe another title ? When will we be able to buy it!?

TAF, IJ and TZ will never be remade without a *considerable* increase in pricing. Ex: Illumination owns the rights to TAF purchased in 2019. Illumination in turn is owned by Universal, who is owned by NBC who is owned by Comcast. In addition to the layers of corporate fluff, is it really worth it for CGC?

Licensing costs for desired IP is astronomical, especially when parts of said property are deceased.

Illumination only acquired the rights for their animated movie. They don’t own the IP.

Well, Rick the Redwood did say three years ago not too far away. Or is it Rick Treebeard?

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Curious as to why you think this??

Are the making the game now? How long after they announce what it is can we buy it?

Hype right up to the day they announce game #3. Speculation can be fun, even though this is pinballs safe assumption.
I poke fun at Rick but he’s done a good job making sure CGC isn’t shipping junk like other overpriced pins.

Cool! Yes I love my afm se! How soon after they announced #3 could you buy it?
Trying to decide on my 2nd pin. Mb or cc(?).

Curious if There a slated release date for this title as no shows currently to have a proper unveiling

Well you can contact CGC and leave a message. They’ll contact you usually by email any info.

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Cool! Sent them a email. Maybe I’ll call them later. Ryan is the guy I ask for?

Nope, nope, nope. Fake news. They are NOT pivoting away from making CC, which will be announced very soon. I spoke to two well-known pinball distributors directly in the past three weeks (one I actually bought a machine from) and they CONFIRMED that their dialog with CGC ended any speculation.

CACTUS CANYON is being made NOW. Game is over. Done. Confirmed.

What’s the latest street pricing structure on CGC games?

Cool ! Any update on the code? Thanks!

was there ever any doubt? it has been widely known they are just taking forever to make and release the damn thing.

Good to hear. Since you are in the know, what have you heard about the 2 original themes they are working on? Are the Ben Heck and Nordman games ready to go as fast follows to CCr?

Anybody want to sell their CCR LE:s topper with boards? [I was first to ask, so I will get first dibs on the reasonable priced CCR LE toppers then]

anyone know when this cc is actually coming out? we are now into year 3 with chicago gaming releasing another pinball. i believe mb was in 2018.

A large pin distributor that I have bought many pins from and trust says it is Cactus Canyon is the next CGC pin. The hold up is the writing of new code and features. Expected to be ready late March/early April. Again, just more rumors, but I believe this guy.

I’m disappointed. No doubt it will sell, but with a long list of great games with completed code to pick from, why choose one that required new code?

Like most pinball enthusiasts, I’ve never played CC, because who’s ever even see one in the wild? Now add the fact that even if I had played CC, this will be a different game because of the new code.

I assume the price tag might be in the MMRE range rather than the MBRLE range because of the relative value of a CC vs a MB, so why would I plunk down $10k for a game I’ve never played?

Wish it was TOM...

I think cc is on par with the other remakes. I know some folks complain on the code, but it's a fun game. Limited depth, but the layout and call outs are great.

If there were thousands of CC games out there there wouldn’t be a remake. It’s being remade because it is rare and has a high value not because it is regarded as a fantastic shooting game.

Most games made since CC are better than CC (along with most WPC games). Many are quite a bit better. There will be a lot of disappointed buyers if they haven’t played CC before in my opinion.

Hard pass, let’s see something new!
Make it mid 90s WPC / Bally inspired. Create a theme, load it with toys and RGB LEDs and I think the pin community would be a better place. I understand they are a business and people want CC and it would sell... but can’t help but think a new pin would be better.

CGC makes a high quality pin and I'd normally buy sight unseen but CC is not rated all that well- I'd have to play it first.

It's OK game compared to other A list 90's titles. Let's see WMS IJ. I'll pay more for it.

I disagree. CC is a fantastic game. It is better than Attack from Mars imo. It is almost as good as MM and MB. People will lap this remake up.

Fair enough though the ratings are mostly based on incomplete code And it’s current 15k plus market value. Not worth 15k but at CGC pricing with upgrades they typically introduce this Is a really fun game and will sell very well.

If it's just as good as AFM count me in. AFM and EHOH are my favorites

Exactly, great game with CCC, not so much without it. I’m guessing most who have rated it did so with the unfinished code.

The 4 games played of Cactus Canyon the one time i saw it in the flesh. I enjoyed the game as it was. I don't have a beef with western theme either. With so few plays didn't see any code shortages. For quote "such a bad game and weak code" the price says otherwise. I think like any pinball you either like or you hate it and its currently carrying a big price tag so expectations are set very high because of it and when it doesn't deliver it's get dumped on. Would i buy one if price was right yes but at outer space prices no.

Respectfully disagree. Nobody is remaking a game if it isn't fun to play. There are plenty of afm out there and they made that.

I've played it in person and it was a ton of fun. I play it on the iPad, while I know its not the same, it gives you a flavor of what you are going to get with the real game. Code wise. Unless they unleash something different. Code wise. I love the randomly placed drop targets. I wish other games had more of that.

It’s frustrating to be a CGC fan ... the time they take between games is way too long. With that being said I must say that they produce TOP NOTCH games without a doubt. I will be in because its Chicago Gaming because I know what an amazing job they do! So count me in!

I'm glad for CGC because they make the originals devaluate which allows me to pick them up.

I agree. The continued software made it better than TOM as well. TOM is so pretty and I got him home and 2 weeks later had it on pinside for sale. I could not get rid of it fast enough.

I don't get why people say this about TOM. Mine flows like water, the shots are perhaps some of the best feeling shots in pinball period. TOTAN on the other hand, I can see why some don't care for it.

well said. their support is definitely A+. i had a target break on AFM and they had me a new piece in days. their online ticket system works and their follow up is strong. I too wish they would move it with more new games. but when you buy from them you know what you are getting, which is pretty high quality. i want to get arcade legends 3 because of that. i don't trust the 1up games. i've never played one, but they look cheap are priced too low.

Agree on TOTAN. So glad I never drug that one home.

I would be the first in line to buy it! I really hope its the next one or being a remade game at all. Love it and miss it. Huge regret selling it and this would end that regretful misery