I think people are soured a bit as Smaug was talked up so highly / it was the one aspect held back like it was going to be some big thing. Instead, we get something that doesn't interact with the ball at all. Additionally, talking about how there's more actuators than WOZ.. people assumed those were being applied to Smaug.. not extra actuated drop targets. Cool or not, drop targets are standard pieces of pinball equipment and so while their use is unique; it doesn't grab your attention.

To me, the end result looks like something that was built for operators first and foremost.. no risk taken with the toys, nothing that interacts with the ball that isn't well understood. Which is fine I guess.. likely flows better.

Now, maybe JJP is sort of resting on awesome software, lights, audio being enough. Guess we'll see how it works out. Hope to play one locally!

Everyone.. Relax.

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Just have to be contrary in San Diego sometimes you want something other than an IPA

On I know, but I've gotten pickier now / over saturated with over 100 breweries now and think all but one of them with an IPA (or Sculpin is my current goto IPA.. But alpine Nelson is favorite but have to drive like 12 miles for a growler.

Looks like hobbit beers are from Washington.
http://seattlebeernews.com/2014/08/fish-brewing-introduces-the-hobbit-series-of-beers/

Hah we just started getting Bells two hearted in town here its good stuff too

Patent pending drops! Get it right

Yeah.. The quick draw targets in cactus canyon seem exactly the same thing.. Just less of them but more interesting as they werent in banks. I guess thats the big thing.. Individually resettable banks. I think theres a good risk they have over estimated how fun it will be

These guys are getting treated exactly like everyone else did when they first came on the scene (open arms / excitement). Because people want more pinball. However we are 2-3 years down the road and a lot of disappointment for these other guys now so outrage. So, yes.. Selective based on past experience; and its a positive thing that it hasn't leaked over to all new ventures.