As I get further and further into the hobby I am finding I really like variety, am enjoying older games, have moved back from the 90s into the 80s, and am seriously considering a E.M. next time I switch things up. The advice I got asking about early Solid States was fantastic, and I picked up a Black Knight late last year which I have honestly been having more fun on than my Twilight Zone.
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/early-solid-state-recommendations/page/2#post-5916025
I would have to move something first, but am waffling between rotating in a System 11 (had them before and love them) or E.M. through the basement next. Unfortunately, I have not had a ton of exposure to them and the top 100 on pinside for these is next to useless with not that many ratings for things. I have only played a handful, and can say that I thought Freedom 1776 was neat, but absolutely hate the Old Chicago pin I have at the local barcade. I have access to Argosy and Grand Prix somewhat nearby, so those are off the list.
The only E.M. I have ever really considered was a Royal Flush that came up near me.
I am open to suggestions, but this would be the list of features:
Score reels. I like the mechanical aspect of them and would prefer a game with reels verses he older style of scoring bulbs.
Could be 1 or 4 players, don’t really care as it is usually just me.
Big fan of art, but open to theme. I seem to like card themes and dislike westerns.
I like spinners, and I would prefer something with specific targets to hit in a specific order.
I would be ½ in this for the sound. Prefer something with chimes.
Options pop up all the time on craigslist, pinside, and facebook near me. I think it will ultimately come up to timing when I am ready to move things and what is in good condition, but wanted to watch a few videos on thing. What would you guys recommend?