Shadow, The
Bally, 1994I really consider Shadow to be the bees nees, And plan to let go of Earthshaker in the near future. I've been thinking about my options if I traded/sold the pair to pick up something a bit more expensive, and in the process slim down the lineup.
So the real question here to shadow lovers & haters: What games are out there that would be worth letting go of the shadow?
Thanks for the suggestions!
I would sell the pair for $5k and buy the new trekkkkkie pin. Those old Williams don't last like they did back in the day.. Seriously did anyone actually watch that movie?
That's a tough call. The Shadow may have bad art, but the game play looks amazing, and if you really enjoy it, why let it go?
Quoted from Kneissl:someone out there have anything bad to say about Shadow?
Not necessarily bad, but I'm not too crazy about the Battlefield...lots of games I'd rather have over a Shadow. It is an awesome game nevertheless.
Quoted from Kneissl:is the Picard maneuver really much different or more satisfying than 2 shot Shadow loop combo?
It's easier (still not super easy) and it's very satisfying if you hit it into the ship for a super jackpot in multiball.
Quoted from Kneissl:someone out there have anything bad to say about Shadow?
I personally didn't like it. I tried and tried, but it wasn't for me. So, I get while people love it though.
Quoted from DrJoe:Looking at your collection, The Shadow is the absolute last game I'd sell if I were you.
Yah, like I said I think it's great.. was just thinking maybe there's this slam dunk pin out there i've overlooked that would be worth going for.
The shadow is to awesome to get rid of. I'll never get rid of mine. There is a forum in here where a guy brassed out his ramps and wires. Looks amazing.
Some other great pins
Bram stokers Dracula
Whitewater
Lord of the rings
Congo
Its all about what you like, not what the top rated games are. If its a keeper in your mind, hold tight!
The Shadow seems plenty loved by some and even more hated by others. It's way overpopulated imo. It has a purpose and it's nice to see a game out there with it's own personality. Personally I'd have to virtually get one for free to bite the bullet. Keep your FT if it's in good condition. That's the best game for the money imo. Fast and fun. Almost as punishing as The shadow and it actually has a great sense of humor. To me The Shadow has convoluted gameplay and makes it more of a chore than an escape to play. If I ran tournaments I'd definitely want one though.
WH20, whirlwind, LOTR, Sttng, It's so early, I'll update more with some games that I'd rather have that aren't too expensive.
Post edited by FiveSixPyro
Quoted from Kneissl:looking like Shadow truly is the bees neez. Trek is a theme I like, but preorder is not my bag. STTNG is cool; is the Picard maneuver really much different or more satisfying than 2 shot Shadow loop combo? plus there's 5 more shots to combo up on Shadow.
I love the shadow. The theme and art is not so great. But the game is just fantastic. I think sttng is superior but not by much. The Picard maneuver seems more satisfying and getting warp 9 definitely is more satisfying than shadow loops. Super vengeance is pretty satisfying though.
We love our Shadow. My huband is just completing a shop on ours. Was able to replace all the plastics but one, I will get a new set when CPR comes out with them. The first time we played it out in the wild, after that I had to own one. I do not see it leaving our collection anytime soon!
Quoted from gambit3113:Quit saying "bees neez".
Stay on topic & try smoking less wrinklestick.
STTNG is a rock solid game, I dunno about those wonky slingshots and outlanes. I have my shadow outlanes wide open and it seems like STTNG is worse. I saw the dude that posted his brassed shadow ramps, that's the way to go.
Anyone have an opinion on NGG? I played a quick round once.. does anyone think it holds a candle in the wind to Shadow? gameplay seems out of character for a lawlor pin.
I sold my BSD for a shadow and was happy with the move. Drac is a great game, but I think shadow has more shots and rules that give a little more sense of accomplishment. Even with powerful 'one more game' factor on BSD I got worn down watching a double stack drain out over and over just one shot from hitting the triple. Great game, and worth owning both if you can imo.
Shadow is a great game! And in my opinion the best bang for the buck! Sure, as others have mentioned WH2O, ACDC, TRON, MB, etc.. may be better players but you're comparing Apples to Oranges from a cost standpoint! Heck, you might as well throw in MM & BBB while you're at it if price doesn't matter!
Keep the Shadow unless you are willing to make a substantial financial investment. Get an alternate translite and enjoy the game!
My .02
Brad
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