I've played it and "get it", but just not the style of pinball I prefer. If I want a "retro style" pinball game, I can buy an actual retro pinball machine at any time for a fraction of the cost.

You're missing the point. It's retro pinball fast and brutal with modern pinball mechs, lights and sounds.

I said I "get it".

You say that, then talk about just buying an old game if you want that. But if you got it, you'd realize you can't get what TNA offers in an old game.

I think what jwilson is trying to say is that TNA does bring some modern things to a retro style that you cannot get from a retro pinball machine. If you don't like that style of pinball it doesn't really matter, the game is definitely not worth it in your case.

I was just about to say something similar. You definitely can't get the sound, lights, and fast action that TNA offers in any pinball out on the market today, much less "retro".

For me, this is where the game really shines...amazing competition game. It's hard to quantify the intensity of the lights, music, shaker motor, and speed unless you play it.

https://www.twitch.tv/videos/202903385

Definately not worth it since I'll get mine in about a month and by law am not allowed to switch on.

But I think it'll still be one hell of a beauty,... sitting there in the corner... collecting dust!

Got to play it this weekend and had a lot of fun with it. Very unique game and I think worth the money if you have a good collection and already a have bunch of modern games. If you only have 1 or 2 games, I'm not sure this would be the best use of $6K, but I think adding the latest and greatest stearn/JJP has limited returns after you already have a few in your collection and mixing it up with TNA would work nicely.

Look forward to seeing what Scott does next.

I think I said "I get it" and it's "not my style" and thus it indeed isn't worth it to me. Is there a parrot in here?

No, you obviously don't get it, it IS your style and it IS worth it to you.

Than you and I have something in common because:

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/pinball-roadtrip-goodbye-2015

That was a very long and exciting trip for a Stars.

I plan on playing TNA a lot at TPF in March to see if I want to purchase. It looks addictive and brutal.

The question of it being worth $6k is completely subjective. Idk if its $700 better than a ST, MET, if we are going off the sum of parts and gameplay features, but it's something different and that appeals to a lot of folks. So if this game is your style and you can't get enough off it, it's definitely worth it.

Lol...Damn, you guys keep harassing him maybe he'll change his mind.

PS: OP you will not get a real answer here, people have non-refundable deposits down on this game, the only way you will know is to play it for yourself before you buy.

Well, I bought before trying one. Is this foolish? Probably. But, there is no way in hell I will get one anywhere near me and I am pretty sure I will like it as I like everything it offers. Toys and ramps do not a fun pinball make. It's the game play that counts IMHO.
Cheers!

I've had really good luck buying blind. Decent risk buying new tho.

Sorry, this is probably addressed in one of the other TNA threads, but are these now in full production and shipping? Looking forward to playing one on route!

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/total-annihilation-production/page/79#post-4085082

Several people have already gotten their machines, and some are on route.

Normally I would never advocate buying before trying, but I don't think it's foolish in this particular case.

- It's already in production and in people's hands so there's no fear of lost deposits.
- It's widely praised as a good game so odds are good you'll like it.
- If not, production of it is slow enough you could probably sell it for sticker price to someone who doesn't want to wait.

This thread needs a poll bad.

I haven't been this excited for a title in years. I considered guardians for about 2 seconds and then realized how much more of a game you're getting for a measly 600 bucks more. Stern needs to step up their game to compete with the likes of this. I put my deposit down yesterday. I'll be counting the months till delivery.

Sure.

If that was the case i wouldn't have sold my Hobbit...

Only poll needed is one that shows Scott & Spooky have sold amost 300 of these bad boys. The rest is pointless .

played the one madison pinball has yesterday. super awesome to play on location but kept sucking the dollars out of my pocket! very fast and well done, exciting game for pinball. love it when the bass hits. it was on 2. nice talking to you whysnow. I have to find a way to go back out there to play it. can't wait til the launch party

Is it worth it? totally worth it

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Thanks for stopping over and fun playing some games with you.

Now you need to sell something and make room for a TNA
see you at the launch party!

I want that Atlantis!

Nice line up. The cassette image on TNA during attract mode could even be funnier if it said Awesome Mix Vol. 1

This was the front of our Launch Party Shirt . Game is amazing.

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Sent my deposit to make this my first NIB. And I’ve never played it! Love what Spooky and Scott have put together. Good pinball people... which is so refreshing after Kulek, JPop, Heighway, etc.

TNA is a modern-tech, early 80s Bally classic throwback, with the kind of design & brutal gameplay that many players love so much, and others haven’t had joy of experiencing yet. It's exactly the type of game I've been praying someone would build. I never thought it would happen. But thankfully it did, so I bought one, without ever playing it.

Now that’s something I said I would never do. But I’ve watched enough TNA videos, studied the rules, & owned enough early 80s SS games to know what to expect. And just as important, I’ve learned enough about Scott & Spooky that they have earned my business, more that any other manufacturer right now. I’m happy to be a Spooky customer.

I hope TNA is a huge success. But more importantly, I hope the industry as a whole learns something here & discovers there is a market for these types of early 80s games in the 21st Century. I think TNA is just the beginning. Bring more early SS throwbacks to market, with original adult themes of fantasy, sci-fi, monsters & scantily clad women. Let the artists & designers go wild again & come up with some crazy cool ass shit. The kind of pin that deserves to be placed in a dimly lit bar & enjoyed with your drinking buddies. Pinball needs more of that right now, as I generally find the new Stern spike games to be all too similar, especially that these rediculous prices. I’ve had enough of all that.

It truly is time to resurrect & discover the greatness of early 80's pin design. TNA is the perfect start to this renaissance.

And for those players out there who don’t “get” the TNA hype, it’s alright. They don't know what they're missing yet, but they’ll come around eventuallyonce they get get to play it. I often find I get more enjoyment from a single level, early 80's pin than most modern, complex DMD games. Sometimes you just want to test your pinball skills, rack up some points, and win those Sac Rack dollars!

I like “simple looking” pins and crazy ramped out monstrosities. Sometimes I can’t even explain why I like one’ and not another.

That said, can someone who has played this give me a read on how I might feel about this game? I love games like Space Shuttle, Black Knight 2K, Gorgar, and Firepower. I dislike games like Woah Nellie and Pabst Can Crusher. I think I ultimately get annoyed when there is a significant gap in the flippers, and SDTM is guaranteed when you hit a bad shot. I don’t mind a hard game, but I prefer what feels like a fair game.

I would really appreciate anyone who could compare it to some of those other games.

TNA has nothing to do with Woah Nellie and Pabst Can Crusher...
If I had to compare TNA to a modern game, it may seem strange, but I would choose Iron Man!
Let me explain: layouts are totally different, but both games share these characteristics IMO:
Fast, relatively simple rule set, immersive music, ultra addictive with this "one more game" feeling, balls hurled at you at fast speed, short ball times.

I think if you've extensively played a wide range of pins you know what you like and can recognize it from videos and rule descriptions.

If anybody gets one and feels it "isn't worth it" I will trade my very nice Pinball Magic for your TNA

Not sure if you're connecting the two statements above, but FWIW, I don't find either characteristics to be the case on my Pabst Can Crusher.

Regardless, I don't equate PCC with TNA at all. Rather, I think TNA is more like an early Bally solid state (which I also enjoy) on steroids.

I get it, apples vs oranges. All of these games have a really unique feel. I was just hoping to equate it to something I knew pretty well. I personally feel like BK 2K is a fast game. I love that game, and I was hoping TNA would be about that speed, with an open field layout kind of like a Gorgar or something. Again...I'm a novice, and I know I'm comparing apples to oranges.

Overall, I love the theme of TNA and my guess is I would enjoy it. I'll probably pick one up, then if I get board of it, just sell it.

You missed the point. PoMc is talking about gameplay and you about technology.
However, i respect the job made on this one, sounds and lights are just awesome. And yes, if i wanted a retro pinball it would be this one for sure. My only complain is about playfield artwork, I would have had something like translite

"Retro pinball fast" is about the gameplay.

Probably the closest feel I can think of is BK2K - amazing soundtrack and light show, super fast gameplay, except TNA has better gameplay and a far better lower playfield.

Super fun game to play with its speed, light show, and sounds. The rocket back from the scoop shot makes me laugh - no down time there. The whole game is just angry at you. I love it. Kudos to Scott and everyone involved with the game's production.

I think I'll buy a ticket from Project Pinball to keep hope alive until I can save enough money for one.

Definitely worth it.

I have not played it yet but an old style design game for the price and no ramps, no for me rather something else. I understand people are into it as new game made for old era feel but just don’t get it sorry. Did not care much for WZ which I wanted to like. Best of luck to those spends the 6k but I see other games at that price far better, I will update after I try but have no interest and no reason for it to be a top 50 game.

Your girlfriend has no ramps.

Maybe save your opinion until you can actually have one.

While we're at it, are there any other games you haven't played, but would like to remove from the top 50? I'm sure the people who voted based on actual time on the games won't mind.

Doesn't even necessarily have to own one, just play one.

Only an on ramp....

I hope this game will live up to your expectations
And I think it is a good thing that kind of game still gets its market.

Sometimes people use an exit ramp as an on ramp

just wanted to point out that technically TNA doea have 1 ramp...

Skip ramp takes you form shooter to orbit