looks like a nice game. Nice the way the designer Mr. Eddy has kept lots of his signature elements. It even has a drawbridge (ramp) and targets in the center, with the twist that the ball goes airborn into a hole - nice touch. Can we assume we’ll have to defeat the demogorgon 6 times or so like we do with the castle owners? I also like the way the orbits lead to nontypical places. The left ramp has an unusual shape, which I like. I reckon the beamer will either be the next big revolution in pinball or a one off - it’s a great idea with lots of potential. It appears that the screen will block the view a bit, though. Theme is decent I guess, I really enjoyed the first two seasons of the show and looking forward to no. 3. Now if only Stern would give us some encouraging information about long term availability of replacement node boards I could imagine purchasing one of these.

Pretty much every new game which comes out enriches the hobby. But most new games offer only lcd screen, led rgb lights and more complex rules vs. the older games. But in terms of what you’re shooting for - ramps, orbits, scoops and stationary targets - not much new there - although shooting airborn balls into the monsters mouth in Stranger Things is kind of new, as is the beamer. I think this is one reason for the hope and hype with Deeproot - they have promised us new mechs.

risk of dimpling is a legitimate reason not to buy a new pin.

And seeing an unsightly dimpled pin in an arcade or bar points to a high risk.

Yikes! I think it is good, however, that this keeps coming up and being discussed because it is unacceptable. Are they telling us don’t use our product unless you install a playfield protector ?

I am of the belief that properly selected materials will solve this. The playfield is the crown juwel of a pinball machine.