Hi,
My first post to pinside! I have been on RPG group for quite a while... post on occasion, but not too often. I stumbled on pinside a month ago and seems like a great group.
Anyhow, I have both TSPP and Shadow.... I like them both, but they are really different. For the shadow I like the fact that it is fast and punishing if you miss a shot. My games do not last long (I am only an ok player at best). I really like the sound package and the look of the game (I have an alternative translite). Having said this, I rushed to buy this shadow... and paid too much for it, so I dont regret the machine choice, but do regret the price.
TSPP is just beyond deep, and there is so much to do.. I will never get to super duper wizard mode.... not chance. Helps that I love the theme.
One suggest to everyone is to use VPinMAME to get an idea if you will like the game.... the play isnt perfect, but I think it is good enough that you will know if you wont like it.
Jim