Quoted from JerseyJack:

There is a lot to the Hobbit™ that you cannot see -
How will all 15 targets work in the rules.
How the action button on the front molding controls features of the game - Smaug's Tail diverter that's on the ramp - how Smaug™ - how his speech taunts you and causes you to lose your ball. The depth of play, rules and modes - so much going on.
I receiven an e mail from a theater operator this morning for a quote on 86 games!! That's amazing to me and what we really want to see - more pinball on location.
We were bashed on the development of WOZ - I believe this is more game than WOZ!

Quoted from dgpinball:

I'm amazed how little seems to have been learned from the WOZ experience, this is the same kind of over reaction that accompanied its first reveals with immature code. Granted, the time line for changes seems much smaller, but I have faith that in the end, JJP will get this right, and it will be great!
Let's look at some positives for a change:
The sound and animations are outstanding, Smaug video integration gave me chills. This games display will be the best in pinball history, period!!
The Smaug edition is a great idea, costs no extra to switch if you have a preorder in good standing and doesn't increase the # of LE's. Seems everyone wanted more Smaug art on the cabinet, JJP has delivered.
The new cabinet process is nothing short of stunning, I've attached a picture I took of it in the vendor hall, you can see the reflection of the tables behind me, finish is incredible!!

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