Ok, I’m looking at buying a st or a met, both pros, both nib. I need a little advice. I can only get one, and I’m absolutely torn. Both are sams which is a plus in my book. I like Metallica’s music, and I’m a Trekkie. I have two framed translights, guess which two, yup. My oldest son would prefer met as we both enjoy the game and have shared countless games playing one. My youngest son is a serious Trekkie even more than I. So he would vote st by a mile. My wife would prefer st just because of more family friendly theme, and she’s not into Metallica’s music. Gamewise I feel I would prefer met as I find it a bit more challenging albeit can be like chopping wood, and I’m not good enough to get through it. Although I find st theme more fun. So the vote is basically 2-2. My questions are, is one more reliable? Is one cabinet better? Are there more parts and add ons for one? Is there any chance for a software upgrade with new features for one? (I kno both have gotten some love already) am I missing something that I haven’t considered? I do not intend to sell either, ever. So value is relatively moot. Both would be permanent residents. You can see my collection here of bsd, f2k, ap, and sns. Also have pac man, space invaders, centipede, moon patrol, galaxian, and 1943 arcades. So there is a lean towards space themes there. Thanks guys!

Thank you all, you’ve given me a lot to think about. I’m making my final decision on Monday. They’re both great games, and I’ll eventually own both but only one will in all likelihood be a nib purchase as both are getting older. They’re both avail right now nib, but in a yrs time I doubt both will be. So which would I rather have new? As of right now....while I think I want met more personally, st makes more sense for the family and would be a better fit in the collection. It’s a tough choice between two really nice games.....first world problems

Interesting.....older is stronger, younger is heavier....