So many of the opinions on this thread are precisely why Stern are able to continually increase prices safe in the knowledge that they'll sell.

The whole "I wish Stern was making this title" attitude is the language of an indoctrinated disciple rather than an open minded customer.

Stern didn't get the licence because they either didn't want it or didn't think of it.

Now more than ever Pinball needs as many manufacturers and ideas as possible. JJP have completely messed up by producing a great title built on foundations of under performing pooling plywood. This has allowed Stern to further grab a monopoly on the market and that is never a good thing.

So I applaud the ambition of Homepin to learn from their first pinball attempt, improve and try again.

I'm sure many would love Stern to hoover up the company or licence up and have a clear run, but maybe when they're charging $9000 for a pro we might be wishing they didn't monopolize the market.

I'm sure they've thought of many but perhaps Spinal Tap is a little too contemporary for the way Stern seem to be going.

I would say the same about The Big Lebowski which is another great theme but I just couldn't envisage Stern doing it. These sort of titles probably offer enough of a niche to smaller companies but are not conventional enough for Stern who can slam dunk guaranteed sales with any Marvel character they wish.

I love Sterns and I'm in for a Godzilla but I won't be holding my breath for a Curb Your Enthusiasm or Dr Dre theme from them anytime soon.