If there was any way it could be arranged for someone local (if there's someone I can trust) to pick up the game and ship it to me, that's a service I would consider paying for.

Hoping to significantly mod this game one day.

My only concern was if the GI hack prevents programmed (if any) lighting effects (and if so, what it takes to fix).

Not worried about typical issues after shipping.

There's lots I'd like to learn in the coding realm (would like to build a full game one day), but adding interactive features and a castle set filled out more like Alice Cooper would be my primary interest here if I ever get one. Unfortunately never saw the one in FL that was mentioned earlier in the thread.

Been on my Pinside wishlist since March 2016

If as described, I'd like to see this game sold to you. It would be a valuable contribution to the hobby to have it colored. I do hope to find a nicer one to mod one day (after AMH, modding obscure, spooky-themed games will perhaps be my MO [if not already]--I'm really hoping a game comes along that fittingly inspires something truly disturbing and gory [though there's some disturbing potential with Mystery Castle]).

However, since my public post about shipping, I've unfortunately been contacted by multiple friends/customers in the hobby to be wary of this seller (perhaps explaining the down-votes, and sitting for over two months).

First time an attempt to acquire a machine has been so bizarre.

I'm not "mad." I respect your decision (despite the odd information I've received). The person I had lined up to ship the game (you didn't have to) had kind words to say about you, so I thought this may go through.

Of course you're aware I've sold thousands of mods as well, and Eric has contributed to the hobby beyond most of us (his work is invaluable).

You seem to be offering a good deal on a project machine, and it's a shame it won't go to someone that can give back to the community.