Quoted from iceman44:When the JJP defenders that can only see it ONE way shout out the better "value" comparison, they give little to no "value" to theme, X factor immersion fun (think the Williams SW music score playing) and the other Intangibles that go into a pinball machine like future resale value, a biggie.
How do you put a value on what is the X FACTOR FUN FACTOR to each individual? What' the BOM on hearing the SW score and seeing video clips, rules integration and IMMERSION on one of the most iconic film series ever?
X factor immersion matters a lot, a huge part of the BOM for me and most people that buy pinball machines.
You are of course correct, for some people that is true.
For others, theme is not as important as the interactive toys, a packed world under glass and how well a theme is implemented.
For some, BOM vs price is a factor, others couldn't care less.
Nobody is wrong and nobody needs to be chastised for where they place their value.
Each manufacturer only needs to put out a machine that appeals to enough people to stay in business and hopefully be profitable.