Cactus Canyon (Remake - LE)
Chicago Gaming Co., 2021
Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition Plus)
Chicago Gaming Co., 2021
Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition)
Chicago Gaming Co., 2021Quoted from jfh:Put in all your questions and I will do my best to get answers. I hope to talk with Butch later today.
Wondering the same about how many SE we’re ordered initially and if the initial run will cover the orders for those that ordered in first few weeks.
Got an opportunity to play the game where I could actually hear it. Only played about 20 minutes but I’ll say I’m even more stoked to be in on Cactus Canyon Remake than I was yesterday.
Like most, I had not seen the remake in person before today. Perhaps because of the LEDs or lighting conditions this game simply does not photograph well. It looks just amazing in person. The new dots fit perfectly, sound is good, more quotes than I remember and surprisingly (at least to me) was that the game shoots better than I remember. This is Williams 90s pinball. Not deep; just plain fun to play. For those getting the topper it’s more integrated into the game than I initially thought even if mostly for lighting and movement effects. It’s certainly not an afterthought like most toppers and even has art on the sides to give it a more finished look.
Since I have an LE on order I focused on the LE differences. The Gun Metal Gray powder coat fits perfectly and has a nice matte finish. It “fits” the look better in person then in pictures. Anyone who wants the train tracks will be happy with the aftermarket ones though I liked the new mine sculpt and cart a lot and Bart is so much better than the original. I was very skeptical about the wood apron (probably because I really like the blue on the SE) but it is very subtle and looks terrific. The prototypes at TPF don’t have the same apron card styles but I presume the production LEs will.
I was also worried about the use of RGB lighting. Shouldn’t have been. Very nicely done and not over the top.
There were a couple playfield tweaks being made to the games that have made it into production that I’ll get in the FAQ under things to look for though they will only be applicable to a very small number of early games.
Looking forward to the presentation tonight and will have a full recap later. Talked with Butch for a bit. I’m so glad he landed with CGC!
Early on I said I thought this game would be a sleeper hit. I’m absolutely convinced of that now. This should sell a lot, especially to those new to the hobby.
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Quoted from jfh:Got an opportunity to play the game where I could actually hear it. Only played about 20 minutes but I’ll say I’m stoked to be in on this game.
Like most, I had not seen the remake in person before today. Perhaps because of the LEDs or lighting conditions this game simply does not photograph well. It looks just amazing in person. The new dots fit perfectly, sound is good, more quotes than I remember and surprisingly (at least to me) was that the game shoots better than I remember. This is Williams 90s pinball. Not deep; just plain fun to play. For those getting the topper it’s more integrated into the game than I initially thought even if mostly for lighting and movement effects. It’s certainly not an afterthought like most toppers and even has art on the sides to give it a more finished look.
Since I have an LE on order I focused on the LE differences. The Gun Metal Gray powder coat fits perfectly and has a nice matte finish. It “fits” the look better in person then in pictures. Anyone who wants the train tracks will be happy with the aftermarket ones though I liked the new mine sculpt and cart a lot and Bart is so much better than the original. I was very skeptical about the wood apron (probably because I really like the blue on the SE) but it is very subtle and looks terrific. The prototypes at TPF don’t have the same apron card styles but I presume the production LEs will.
I was also worried about the use of RGB lighting. Shouldn’t have been. Very nicely done and not over the top.
There were a couple playfield tweaks being made to the games that have made it into production that I’ll get in the FAQ under things to look for though they will only be applicable to a very small number of early games.
Looking forward to the presentation tonight and will have a full recap later. Talked with Butch for a bit. I’m so glad he landed with CGC!
Early on I said I thought this game would be a sleeper hit. I’m absolutely convinced of that now. This should sell a lot, especially to those new to the hobby.
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Thanks for the write up!
Have fun man!
Richard
Just watching a video stream from TPF showing the LE and was blown away by how nice the LE “Buckle” on the apron looks! I know we have all seen it but something about the lights reflecting off of it really made it pop. I snapped a screenshot of it and it sort of captured the reflection, as usual nice touch CGC!
Quoted from Concretehardt:Just watching a video stream from TPF showing the LE and was blown away by how nice the LE “Buckle” on the apron looks! I know we have all seen it but something about the lights reflecting off of it really made it pop. I snapped a screenshot of it sort of captured the reflection, as usual nice touch CGC!
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What stream are you watching? looked here but saw nothing yet. https://www.twitch.tv/texas_pinball_seminar
Quoted from polishedball:only disappointment is it appears to be thinner than the OEM wpc-95 and the channels trim pieces do not lock on they fall right off.
Does the trim fall off even with the light tub attached to it?
Quoted from sizzler747:Does the trim fall off even with the light tub attached to it?
Quoted from indypinhead:My 13x19 print arrived today.
I got #21...the same one that was pictured on the web site.
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Kinda wishing I would have got this also, but went with the line drawing version in this size.
Quoted from indypinhead:My 13x19 print arrived today.
I got #21...the same one that was pictured on the web site.
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Anyone at TPF that would like to pick one of these prints up for me? I know its a long shot but figured it couldn't hurt to ask! Apparently there will be some at the show! Totally missed the very small window for getting one of these prints!
Just received word, my game will be here Monday around noon. I’m not going to kid myself, I’m not getting any work done next week.
Quoted from Gallatinfly:Just received word, my game will be here Monday around noon. I’m not going to kid myself, I’m not getting any work done next week.
Congrats! great news
Quoted from transprtr4u:Lol... can't even get the CCR s on the line, then guessing they will do their own production game....
Lol, that’s why I asked so there’s no guessing ! They said 2023 for MMr and there’s 5 lines apparently, so I think it’s a valid question
Quoted from Mando:I got my backglass but no print that I ordered with it .
BG ship separate from a different location
Quoted from jfh:Almost showtime.
I have a really good seat.
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Let us know when the LEs will start shipping....
Quoted from EZ-Rhino:s this being live-streamed or just recorded for later posting...?
Quoted from EZ-Rhino:Is this being live-streamed or just recorded for later posting...?
Don’t know. There is a video camera set up
Starting now …
Quoted from polishedball:Well this looks pretty amazing under the protective plastic, only disappointment is it appears to be thinner than the OEM wpc-95 and the channels trim pieces do not lock on they fall right off.
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I’d think that you won’t need the channels…Those are to hold the translite, they dont serve any other purpose I believe.
I was really excited about my Rush premium....but watching the twitch feed on Cactus Canyon?.....I'm much more excited about my LE.....
Go Chicago Gaming go !!!!
WOW! Thats how you do a seminar. Very informative! Lots of pictures and information. Well done Chicago Gaming!
Quoted from kapaun:Only caught a few minutes of the seminar - is the full one going to be posted anywhere?
The other two from today are up so I am sure this will be too
Edit: here you go https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1436681994
The attention to detail truly blows me away.
This pin will be my 3rd remake. I ordered my LE on day 1. My expectations are...I'll see it some time next summer.
I don't care....because I know that CGC will make this game perfect. I'm more than willing to wait it out. I seriously think this will be the best remake to date.
On a side note....I'm SO glad Butch Peel went to Chicago Gaming. I'm looking forward to seeing the owner's manual he comes up with.
Quoted from underlord:“Customers will forgive late. They will not forgive wrong.”
Bravo CGC. Epic statement.
So true...
I was on the fence about which machine I was going to purchase this year. After watching the live stream on twitch, I pulled the trigger and placed a pre-order! I really appreciate the fact that they had the courage to take advantage of halted production to fix quality issues and other than the game itself, that's what sold me.
Quoted from EmeraldWeapon:I was on the fence about which machine I was going to purchase this year. After watching the live stream on twitch, I pulled the trigger and placed a pre-order! I really appreciate the fact that they had the courage to take advantage of halted production to fix quality issues and other than the game itself, that's what sold me.
Totally unlike Stern....their approach is get the game out on the market ASAP....screw putting out a quality product.
Sorry Stern fanboys....
It is what it is.
OT: if someone gets by their booth to ask questions can you ask about possible reruns of AFM and MBR and also if timing on the next MMr run has changed?
Quoted from indypinhead:The attention to detail truly blows me away.
This pin will be my 3rd remake. I ordered my LE on day 1. My expectations are...I'll see it some time next summer.
I don't care....because I know that CGC will make this game perfect. I'm more than willing to wait it out. I seriously think this will be the best remake to date.
On a side note....I'm SO glad Butch Peel went to Chicago Gaming. I'm looking forward to seeing the owner's manual he comes up with.
When you say next summer, do you mean of 2022 or 2023? What date was given for LE production?
Quoted from TheGunnett:When you say next summer, do you mean of 2022 or 2023? What date was given for LE production?
I'm guessing 2023....I hope that CGC proves me wrong though.
I'm in no hurry. This pin looks like it will kick @ss...
I am very impressed by Chicago Gaming’s strong work ethic and attention to detail.
As a consumer I am happy to give them my money.
I watched the seminar and the presentation was phenomenal. I think we are goong to get an excellent quality product that has been thoroughly tested and that is polished and truly finished.
This is just what this industry needed, a company that truly cares to make it right.
I am on a SE and looking forward to the future code to be released.
More importantly I am happy to be in pinball today, reliving these old titles with newer tech and looking forward to what they are bringing in the future.
Just amazing! Thanks CGC
I didn't get to see the seminar, did they say when they expected LE's to ship or what the hold ups are
Quoted from Yesh23:Not to throw anybody under the bus but thank goodness Ryan didn’t do a presentation
Don't forget Ryan was dead from getting games into the seminar, they were putting a topper on right before hand. His laptop didn't mesh with the hotels equipment.
Ryan has had good ones in the past. He unfortunately hit one where everything possible went wrong.
And Butch does amazing seminars. And everything went right.
Glad to see Butch home with a company that loves him.
LTG : )
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