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Why do you like pinball?

By Bmanpin

2 years ago


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    #1 2 years ago

    I am curious why the folks that are here like Pinball? I know why I do. Granted I am fairly new however I like it because of the joy it brings other people when we have them over. I like going through each pin and telling the story of how I acquired it or explaining the history or rules and objective of each one etc. Don't get me wrong I like to play but sometimes maintaining/modding them within reason is equally as fun. Not adding a poll because I am sure there will be too many eclectic responses.

    #5 2 years ago
    Quoted from DK:

    I like pinball because I like pinball?

    Ha! No reason? We have had a few people over that don't want to play. I find this strange. I ask them why. Usually because they have no connection or are unfamiliar. Or they say they suck or are overwhelmed? I only have 5 pins soon to be 6, how can they be overwhelmed?

    #9 2 years ago
    Quoted from Slugmeister:

    Ever since I was a young boy
    I’ve played the silver ball
    From SeaTac down to Portland
    I must have played them all

    Good pin!

    #11 2 years ago
    Quoted from Pinball-Ike:

    Why did I like pinball? Because when I was young, I could win a free game.
    Why do I like pinball now? Because the combination of skill and the random action means there are never, ever two identical games. No patterns memorized and the tactical feels and sounds of every game no matter how simple or complex make pushing that start button my unique experience.
    Why do I love pinball? Because there are themes that resonate with my life, passions and interests whether music, movies, or whatever. I can fill a room that speaks to *me*. I love pinball because I can share the experience with my family and friends, playing together while enjoying time together where any ball can be a winner or a loser for any player and bonding around the common fun. I love pinball because it gives me a reason to meet others in my community and as I travel whether a tournament or talking about a new or old game in an arcade or pub. And I love pinball because I continue to learn, how to play, how to score and how to fix...it’s like nothing else in my life.

    Well said! If I could give this one multiple upvotes I would!

    #49 2 years ago

    All excellent points thus far. Hey and a positive thread on Pinside!

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