Metallica (Pro)
Stern, 2013
Star Trek (Pro)
Stern, 2013All,
I have a great opportunity to purchase a NIB Star Trek or Metallic pro. Either one is identical price, either one is NIB.
I have played both, and like both! I like the art on Metallica much better, but prefer the theme on StarTrek. Game play for me on either is about equal.
Suggestions and reasoning? Thanks!
I'd fry Sparky....MET
Can anyone comment on how the clear coat holds up on Stern's newer pro models such as Star Trek? I'm considering buying a Star Trek pro but I heard it has less clear on it as opposed to the premium / LE?
Played both and I own a Met Pro. I just think the layout is better overall. (IMO) Game is fun now but will be better when the update drops...
Quoted from Jodester:Game is fun now but will be better when the update drops...
Totally agree
Quoted from PanzerFreak:Can anyone comment on how the clear coat holds up on Stern's newer pro models such as Star Trek? I'm considering buying a Star Trek pro but I heard it has less clear on it as opposed to the premium / LE?
The clear coat had been fantastic. It's bit noticeably worse than the LE models. Stern clear has been great since xmen on my opinion
Star Trek.
Hands down. All day and twice on Sunday. No question.
Look at the shots;
LH and RH orbits = same
LH and RH ramps = roughly same
Vengeance (single drop + magnet + kicker) is FAR greater than Sparky (magnet only)
I'll take a third flipper and third ramp over inline drops any day
Look at the software;
ST (18 modes + Vengeance/Klingon/Kobayashi multiballs) > MET (4 mutliballs and the 500,000 point "Mystery")
Look at the bling;
ST (full RGB shields plus LED GI) > MET (standard bulbs)
Yeah.....ST for the win!
Later,
EV
I have both [metallica premium, STLE] and that's a tough call. I see your dilemma.
If you like ST theme better, I would go with ST because the code is MUCH more complete than Metallicas.
ST is more fun to play IMHO, but that's due to Metallica's lacking code.
With proper code updates BOTH can be top 10 games. On the other hand, if you get one NOW, which one will be easier to pickup 2-3 years down the road, especially NIB when you've saved enough to buy another [assuming another game doesn't pique you interest]?
Quoted from Monster_Bash:Sheats trumps Richie on this one.
Nuff said.
With a code update for Metallica, this is dead even
I would pick the theme that you feel you would want long term.
Quoted from Monster_Bash:Sheats trumps Richie on this one.
Oh Snap!
Star Trek Star Trek Star Trek. It's faster, game code is more complete, and it will hold its value. Metallica just doesn't do it for me. Layout and rules are weird, and have fun rebuilding those flippers earlier than normal when you can't make those freakishly steep ramps anymore.
Quoted from markmon:The clear coat had been fantastic. It's bit noticeably worse than the LE models. Stern clear has been great since xmen on my opinion
That's good to know. Thanks!
If you like the ST theme, go with it. Art you hang on the wall, it is not going to make you want to play it more. I have played both and think you can not go wrong with either. Buy one now, and hopefully get the other down the road.
ST. No question. Next?
So witch one will have better resale? Will they make more or less then one? Is there more trekkie fans in pins? If someone had $5000 cash what pin would be best to have down th road?
I have played both a lot and code is pretty weak on both right now but still enjoyable. Sparky toy is just awesome! I like the layout in both a lot. Both pins are awesome but for me anyways theme is very important. I just got a Metallica but I really like the band and it just has a really cool/fun vibe to it! The ramps are awesome and very satisfying to hit. With an update Metallica will be over the top! I vote Metallica
Quoted from Jared:Well the star treks just sold so it's Metallica nothing....
My vote is for Metallica but u realize that u can get either for going rate since they are current games right?
Quoted from RC_like_the_cola:My vote is for Metallica but u realize that u can get either for going rate since they are current games right?
I understand... but what is your "going rate"...
Star Trek unless you are a big fan of Metallica. I don't own either but have played both quite a bit, also not a fan of the Star Trek theme, but the game play is head and shoulders above Metallica imho
I have played both at least 40-50 times. I have to say, Metallica looks the best for a pro out of the box (see Tron), but Star Trek plays better, and has more longevity. I think for me if new code changes Metallica drastically, I may change my tune, but ST has so much "one more game" in it, its hard for me to not choose it. I have contemplated both as well often, and I think I would choose ST, but they are both so good.. I have waited b/c I dont want to regret either one... I know exactly your dilemma... now if I could just afford an ACDC prem....
Quoted from Jared:I understand... but what is your "going rate"...
I assume he means NIB. I haven't checked prices lately, so that's what, $4200-4500?
As of now...
Love the Metallica theme and look of the machine. Was fun for a while but now I find it a bit boring. Usually a game for me entails bashing sparky until mb, then bash him and whatever else some more once in mb. The mb part is certainly fun though.
I had almost written off ST on theme alone before it came out, but the gameplay is just too good to ignore. It's an adrenaline ride. The warp ramp is a great challenge. Locking klingon mb is great risk/reward. Needing to hit specific shots to finish the modes. Needing to do well on modes in limited time to cash in on the Kobayashi/whatever it is mb. You can't repeat the initially easy to get vengeance mb without having to finish the other two nasty vengeance modes before you can get it. The outlanes respond well to nudging. At this point I think it is my favourite pin.
Ideally I'd own both, but I'd by far go ST first if they were the same price.
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