So I made my first-ever visit to TPF this weekend and I cannot express how much fun I had. Aside from the Houston Arcade Expo, I haven't been to any other expos so I won't compare TPF to them, but from a newbie's perspective it was very well-organized and a real blast! I will absolutely be going back next year! I regret not being able to spend all weekend there. I feel like I missed a lot and would have liked to have chatted with the guest speakers, exhibitors, and vendors more but for the 5 hours I was there, it was amazing! I did get to speak to Jersey Jack and another JJP designer (sorry I didn't catch his name) briefly and they were both great!

I was next in line for TBL (after a 45 min wait) on Sat afternoon when the machine broke around 3:30... Three guys were playing the game before me and the balls just disappeared after one of their turns. The computer seemed to be having problems as it appeared to be glitchy and "spasming" up on the LCD. But, from what I could tell, the game played well and artistically it looks fantastic in person. I was really bummed not to have a chance to play it, especially after that wait, but the CoinTaker folks were really professional in how they handled everything. It was cool just to be able to see the game in person.

Overall, such a great show! Well done to all involved and a huge thank you to all of the exhibitors, guest speakers, and volunteers!