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Pinball

By JJDK

1 year ago


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    #1 1 year ago

    What is the point? Playing over and over and over again 3 balls and never progressing. Who cares about deep code and levels when it is next to impossible to move forward and achieve the progression. At least in video games it only cost $70 a game instead of $12,000 and you can progress. No wonder pinball almost became extinct. Wtf. Doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Playing games for months and still in the same place . So frustrating and not fun. Waste of money and time. Selling all these ridiculous games. Pinball sucks.

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    #2 1 year ago
    Quoted from JJDK:

    What is the point? Playing over and over and over again 3 balls and never progressing. Who cares about deep code and levels when it is next to impossible to move forward and achieve the progression. At least in video games it only cost $70 a game instead of $12,000 and you can progress. No wonder pinball almost became extinct. People should kill pinball. Wtf

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    #3 1 year ago

    Cool story bro.

    But poor troll effort

    #4 1 year ago

    Excuse me?

    #5 1 year ago

    Drunk post?

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    #6 1 year ago
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    #7 1 year ago

    Ha. Not even close. Over $100,00 invested in games and I suck at it. Going back to PlayStation. Pinball reminds me of playing Call of Duty multiplayer. Can’t do a thing without getting killed. But even with that, as you okay you progress in rank. Not pinball. Doing the same thing over and over again and still not progressing. Start over same result. Maybe the games are great but I don’t see it. Have several A list games. Going to sell them all.

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    #8 1 year ago

    Yeah, F pinball! Stupid balls and targets and shit.

    IBTL

    #9 1 year ago

    Pinball sale coming soon lol

    #10 1 year ago

    So because you're a terrible player, pinball sucks?

    Seems totally reasonable and logical to me guys...

    What can you say about someone who allegedly blows $100k on games only to discover he hates it? You couldn't figure that after just a couple?

    Still think this is a poor troll.

    #11 1 year ago
    Quoted from Williampinball:

    Pinball sale coming soon lol

    Ha. Not for you

    #12 1 year ago
    Quoted from EMsInKC:

    So because you're a terrible player, pinball sucks?
    Seems totally reasonable and logical to me guys...

    Yes I am a terrible player. Agree. How many others are out there. I bet more bad players than good. Not for me and selling them all. Not having fun at $12,000 plus a pop.

    #13 1 year ago
    Quoted from JJDK:

    What is the point? Playing over and over and over again 3 balls and never progressing. Who cares about deep code and levels when it is next to impossible to move forward and achieve the progression. At least in video games it only cost $70 a game instead of $12,000 and you can progress. No wonder pinball almost became extinct. Wtf. Doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Playing games for months and still in the same place . So frustrating and not fun. Waste of money and time. Selling all these ridiculous games. Pinball sucks.

    it's okay i hate pinball too... Not playing it. just paying for it! All's fun till you start talking money lol

    #14 1 year ago
    Quoted from JJDK:

    Ha. Not for you

    I already have them all no thanks lol

    #15 1 year ago

    get an EM no codes just pure pinball......maybe your too young, judging from the PS2 logic ............................................................................

    #17 1 year ago
    Quoted from Williampinball:

    I already have them all no thanks lol

    Quoted from Williampinball:

    I already have them all no thanks lol

    Sure you do… NOT

    #18 1 year ago

    Get the popcorn out this will be good lol

    #19 1 year ago
    Quoted from JJDK:

    What is the point? Playing over and over and over again 3 balls and never progressing. Who cares about deep code and levels when it is next to impossible to move forward and achieve the progression. At least in video games it only cost $70 a game instead of $12,000 and you can progress. No wonder pinball almost became extinct. Wtf. Doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Playing games for months and still in the same place . So frustrating and not fun. Waste of money and time. Selling all these ridiculous games. Pinball sucks.

    PM me with all the games you are selling

    #20 1 year ago
    Quoted from vinnypeppers:

    get an EM no codes just pure pinball......maybe your too young, judging from the PS2 logic ............................................................................

    Ha

    #21 1 year ago
    #22 1 year ago

    Pinball is hard. Play better.

    In all seriousness though, sounds like you've reached a breaking point, that's too bad, it is supposed to be fun and if you're not having any selling sounds like a reasonable plan. Have you played with others? Maybe they can help you play better? Works for me when I play video games on consoles, playing with others make me better and get me more enjoyment.

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    #23 1 year ago
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    #24 1 year ago

    Beergut most likely fits you perfectly

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    #25 1 year ago
    Quoted from JJDK:

    Beergut most likely fits you perfectly

    You think I chose this username for any other reason? You're a real fucking genius. Go cry more and play video games.

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    #26 1 year ago
    Quoted from beergut666:

    You think I chose this username for any other reason? You're a real fucking genius. Go cry more and play video games.

    Ok Beer Gut and proud of it.

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    #27 1 year ago

    If you're not having fun then you are right to exit, but instead of exiting gracefully you chose to shit yourself out the door. Adios, dude.

    #28 1 year ago

    Lol

    Quoted from JJDK:

    What is the point? Playing over and over and over again 3 balls and never progressing. Who cares about deep code and levels when it is next to impossible to move forward and achieve the progression. At least in video games it only cost $70 a game instead of $12,000 and you can progress. No wonder pinball almost became extinct. Wtf. Doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Playing games for months and still in the same place . So frustrating and not fun. Waste of money and time. Selling all these ridiculous games. Pinball sucks.

    #29 1 year ago

    I suck at pinball too! Ask anyone!! Ok I got to get back to my restoration game I am working on. Damn I wish I had more room!

    #30 1 year ago

    1. OP you bitch a lot.
    2. Suck Less!!!

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    #31 1 year ago

    This didn't age well.

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    #32 1 year ago

    You’re right…..not everyone is a great player.
    But not everyone is in pinball to play “great”. Some do it for the social experience, some like to repair and restore games, others love the hunt for a great deal and then sell quickly and move on to the next one, and others love to travel to pinball shows. You don’t have to be a great player to be a part of this hobby.

    If you’re truly frustrated and want to be a better player. Here’s a simple suggestion:
    Sell every game you own except for one game, your favorite game.
    Next learn the rules on that game back and forth.
    Next, hopefully this is a game that Bowen has done a video on YouTube. He will explain the rules but most importantly he will give you the STRATEGY. He’s one of the players on the planet.
    Finally, play the shit out of that game. If you got a good head on your shoulders, you will eventually know how the ball flows on every inch of the wood on that game and you will get better. You will get better at making shots and nudging.
    After that, rinse and repeat.

    Good luck. If you can’t make a consistent commitment, you will always suck.

    #33 1 year ago
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    #35 1 year ago

    Thank god, another rich noob out of the hobby.

    The sooner these guys f*ck off, the sooner manufacturers can stop trying to dumb down games with “Everyone gets a prize” code, $15000 LE’s and $2000 toppers that give out “free” wizard modes.

    #39 1 year ago

    Personally, I go for mode completion and wizard mode, rather than points. It can be challenging and different for each game.

    Recently, I started focusing on pinbot and trying to complete the planets, get to the sun, and hit the special.

    It took several attempts over a few weeks to develop a strategy--learn which shots would help, which shots to avoid, when to nudge, etc. Eventually as I got more familiar with the game, I completed the mode not just once, but several times. Next, I might try to complete the planets/sun/special twice in one game...but for now, once a game was enough.

    So...if you feel you are stuck and not progressing, look at the tournament notes and suggestions for that game. They tend to offer a lot of good ideas for gameplay strategy. Or, look at what flipper skill you may need to introduce or develop. Or, instructional videos on the game you're trying to get better at.

    https://replayfoundation.org/papa/learning-center/player-guide/flipper-skills/#FlipperSkills

    https://replayfoundation.org/papa/learning-center/player-guide/understanding-game-rules/#UnderstandingGameRules

    https://replayfoundation.org/papa/learning-center/player-guide/rule-sheets/#RuleSheets

    https://replayfoundation.org/papa/#Videos

    There's a lot of resources available that can help advance your strategy and abilities.

    Or, simply post a thread on the forums asking for advice on how to get better at a specific games. Sometimes folks can offer interesting strategy suggestions, or possibly point out a problem with your game that might be hindering your progress.

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    #40 1 year ago

    Haha, some people think this guy wants to have a serious conversation.

    #41 1 year ago

    IBTL? I hate Pinball and I love Pinball. I am confused to say the least. I hope you are local maybe we can work a deal.

    #42 1 year ago

    Maybe you should stick to location pinball where you can meet folks and enjoy building a community. On the other hand, it doesn't seem like you're really after that, either.

    #43 1 year ago

    Bye Felicia.

    #44 1 year ago

    Maybe pinside isn’t the best place to post about hating pinball ? But what do I know.
    IBTL

    #45 1 year ago
    Quoted from JJDK:

    Yes I am a terrible player. Agree. How many others are out there. I bet more bad players than good. Not for me and selling them all. Not having fun at $12,000 plus a pop.

    Sounds like you are mistaking Pinball sucking with your pinball skills suck. I know, my scores suck in general but get lucky once in a while. So not blaming pinball

    Don’t hate the game, hate the player sucking. Play better bro

    #46 1 year ago

    You play pinball? I just like looking at them as I walk by to do the laundry.

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    #48 1 year ago

    Just got home from a pin party in Illinois. Was awesome, who cares if you suck at it, hanging out with great people was amazing tonight the friendships from pinball are all that matters

    #49 1 year ago

    I'm a bad player, but enjoy playing anyway.
    And why were you buying games that cost that much?
    Get a few cheap EM's. You can feel like King of the World after rolling an EM without being a great player.

    #50 1 year ago
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