@pin-pilot. Hi it’s probably weeks too late but i’ve found some stock on https://www.shop.freddys-pinball-paradise.de/index.php
I’m based in the Uk & they are in Germany. But I think they ship to most places. Unfortunately I missed out on a Royal MMR. I had it reserved for a day this time last year but couldn’t get it due to work being limited etc. I’ve just ordered a topper as in the future i’m hoping Cgc will make another run of cabinets, but not sure if they will make more toppers. I can see most people say there will be no more Royals. But I would be happy with a SE or even a CE. Have also ordered a shaker too. Just hope I don’t have to wait too long

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I’ve sent a sales query to CGC regarding a new run of MMR, but had no response. Also talked to my distributor Phil at Pinball Heaven, he has no current information either. So I sent another message using the support desk: https://chicagogamingcompany.freshdesk.com/support/discussions/topics/12000027336
This time I had a response from George Bork who appears to be a Director of Tech Support & Logic Repair at CGC. He responded “There are no plans in the near future for a run of MMR”. The only positive I can see is the word “near”, so that kind of implies more will be made at some point. But doesn’t tell me when! Does anyone else have any input regarding this comment? Do people think 1, 2, 3 years plus? Also I missed out on a RE MMR (in UK). So hearing that they may not make more Royals, is it likely that we will just see Specials & Standard cabs? I’m would want all the new upgrades so would lean towards a special. I’ve ordered a topper after much searching & a shaker motor so hopefully will have most of the upgrades to get near a RE. I can see the Xl screen & GI lights upgrades are sold out, if I was only able to get a CE do people think more upgrades will be made in the future? Sorry for the long post any feedback would be appreciated

That’s fantastic, thanks for sharing! Early 2023 gives me plenty of time to save for a SE & I have topper & shaker ordered so one less thing to worry about getting. The Cactus Canyon game sounds awesome too! I only have budget & room for one pin atm.

On the MMR comparison table for the SE it says back panel lighting. What is that, is it the back of playfield or the back box? Also I see in some earlier posts people who were adding upgrades were saying the RGB speakers & pops don’t work without changing wiring. Does the SE come with one or both of these installed? I’m planning on ordering a SE in hopefully 2023 . I can see when comparing it to a RE it doesn’t have the topper or shaker, so i’m ordering those. But have many people added mirror blades to their machines & what is there by default? Last question (sorry am excited) has anyone changed the legs, lockdown bar & trim to black, or are owners happy with the silver? Ideally I would want a RE but clearly no more are being made. Either way I don’t mind the last two questions, just wanted to hear opinions, thanks

Thanks for clearing that up LTG. I did see the previous posts mentioning moving wires for the Rgb to work. I just was not sure if that was because people were upgrading from a CE or older model. Also when looking at the comparison table on https://www.chicago-gaming.com/coinop/medieval-madness the photos show the speaker panels matching to the playfield colours in both the SE & RE. So it kind of looked like it does. So as you explain I would need to fit the RGB myself. Is the XL screen pre installed on a SE or are all the upgrades just bundled with the SE for a self install?

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On the waiting list for a MMR SE. While I wait 2 years (wishing time to speed up) I thought i’d collect some upgrades. So far managed to get a Topper, shaker motor, & missing middle plastic piece.

I can see in the instructions for the topper it says version 2 machines have the holes pre drilled. Does that mean all future machines will have this (I would love to not have to drill holes myself). Also on the circuit board I can see two fuses are missing, does anyone know what fuses it takes?

Have many people upgraded the trim/armour or added mirror blades?

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Thanks, that’s good to know. I enjoy Diy but drilling holes into a 10k plus machine makes me nervous!

I just looked up your blades, they look awesome. I like the fact that they have their own light show & custom art. I think i’ll leave my hopefully future MMR SE factory to start with. Then might change a few bits to make it closer to a RE.

There’s two empty fuse holders, are yours like this pic?

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Ok cool thanks for letting me know . I’ll watch the video too

I know by default cabs are set up as free play. But is it easy to enable coins? Is it just a case of clipping in a mech , plug in lead & enable coins in the menu?

Thanks for the quick response LTG . That’s good to know, it’s plug & play. I was worried it would need wires spliced in etc. I’m based in the UK so need a £1 coin mech. Do you have any recommendations for one, or is it a case of order through my distributor?

Does the back glass have any flashing lights during gameplay? I keep hearing it’s only on the RE but the review on this site seems to say yes.

https://www.pinballnews.com/games/medievalmadness/index.html

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Sorry one more question, Is this Manual which says version 1.2 the most up to date? I want to get it printed so I can familiarise myself with the game before getting one eventually in 2023 (plenty of time to study rules & settings)

https://www.chicago-gaming.com/manuals/MMR_Manual_Rev_1_2.pdf

Ok Thanks

I’ve seen in some of the previous posts that the solenoid/driver board is in the backbox next to the beagle board. I’m guessing this has been moved because of all the connection issues with the big playfield board flexing etc. It looks like a good idea if it helps fix issues. My question is will this be the future placement on new cabinets? I’m hoping to get a Special edition if more are made (fingers crossed)

Thanks for the reply that’s good to know. I quite like the look with more boards in the backbox, it seems rather empty with the previous single board.

I’ve registered interest with my supplier Phil in the Uk. Fingers crossed for a Special Edition. Is it still looking like the next run won’t be until late 2023? In a way I don’t mind as it gives time to save up, rather than having to finance the whole purchase with a loan.

I’m planning on adding the topper & shaker. But also thinking on adding a coin mech £1. Though mine will be home use, I quite like the nostalgia of adding physical coins & I know you can add credits from the coin door too. Also thinking it will also function as a piggy bank .Have any other owners added a coin mech?

There’s been mentions of another run of upgrades being made, when they make more machines. But this won’t be until after the run of CC has finished. I’m on a waiting list for a MMR SE , topper, shaker motor & coin mech. Check with your local distributor & you should be able to get onto a waiting list. Just hope we get some news during 2023, fingers crossed

Is there any updated rumour of CGG’s next start date for new run of MMR? I know they said early 2023 in the presentation that was awhile ago. I’m guessing they are probably running behind. But it would be nice to have a bit more confirmation of a rerun & rough date.

I’m on a waiting list in Uk for a MMR SE also would like a topper too. Have been slowly collecting bits while waiting. So far have the missing plastic near castle & the metal castle shield, flipper swords & Start button shield. Also a game manual & Shaker motor. Probably will order Cliffy’s / mantis & plastic protectors next, just researching what people recommend (feel free to advise). Unfortunately shipping & postage for me is expensive. Then the pin will prob cost 10k plus in Uk. At least having plenty of time to save up is a positive

Thanks for the replies I have seen lots of mention of the swords coming off. But I though they looked cool & Hooked has a limited supply so better to have them. That’s a good tip Mrsiyufy using alcohol to clean the bats , I will be sure to do that. I’ve seen others have mentioned using a better 3m adhesive replacing what they come with?

Does anyone on here have a King of Payne topper. I think it looks cool but was wondering whether it has an impressive light show effect. I can see it in videos, but would be good to here an owners opinion.

Also further back in the thread I see people mention using Cliffy’s full kit, then the Mantis with cobbles in front of the castle moat entrance. Is that the best set up?

It would be nice to hear some news regarding a run from Cgc, perhaps will have to wait until after xmas. Guess I should learn to be more patient!