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Whirlwind Pinside Rating
This game received 601 approved Pinsider ratings and currently rates 8.134 /10
Whirlwind
Score breakdown
Score breakdown in the 4 main categories:
Game Design: 8.33
Artwork: 7.895
Sounds/Music: 7.378
Other Aspects: 8.409
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8.926/10
7 years ago
Calgary, AB
Simple yet challenging pin that I picked up on a whim and will most likely keep for a while. My favorite pin I own right now!
8.729/10
7 years ago
Garner, NC
Of the games I've had, this is the one that keeps me coming back for more. Uh Oh! Look like rain!
9.684/10
7 years ago
This machine is just one of the greats in my opinion. The flow of the game is amazing, and I personally just love the sound effects and music. It's like an 80's video game in its music, and it just never gets old to me. I like how ruthless the outlanes can be because it really makes it one of those "live by the sword, die by the sword" games to play. You could outscore the best of them if the other player just gets unlucky sometimes.
I marked it down in "game rules" because if you do eventually get deep into the game, you start to run out of multiballs and you also just don't have much to work towards anymore. The skyway tolls are "free" after 99 of them, so it's just a flat 200k points.
I also find that there needs to be some more lighting in the playfield, so I've added a few lamps to mine.
Overall, this will always be one of my favorites. I will NEVER part with this machine.
I marked it down in "game rules" because if you do eventually get deep into the game, you start to run out of multiballs and you also just don't have much to work towards anymore. The skyway tolls are "free" after 99 of them, so it's just a flat 200k points.
I also find that there needs to be some more lighting in the playfield, so I've added a few lamps to mine.
Overall, this will always be one of my favorites. I will NEVER part with this machine.
7.444/10
8 years ago
I think I just like simpler machines. I expected it to grow on me over time, but it never really did. I can see why it is highly rated, but for me it isn't quite my thing. Plays fast, but the rules set I never fully followed.
9.260/10
8 years ago
Unknown City
The only non DMD in my collection but one of the most played by myself and my friends. The spinning disks are a great feature which really integrate the theme. The multi ball isn't a gimme every game and the jackpot shot is a seriously tough one. Nail a few jackpots in a game, get the mega door award and you'll come away with one of the best feelings in pinball.
8.253/10
8 years ago
did not like the spining disk wen it first came out and always played f.h or a.f gave it a shot and was amazed by the fun and great play this machine had...six pop bumpers!! for sure top 3 alphanumeriec pins. classic pin u cant go wrong with..been tryin to find a good one over the last ten-fiffthten yrs and always miss out or it not nice enough,i hope to free up space and get one someday....keeper !!!!
7.465/10
8 years ago
Kind of new to me, maybe Ill rate it higher later, Might need to read more about rules and such.
8.632/10
8 years ago
This is a really fun pin and it's easily my favorite non-DMD. It has a simple ruleset that's easy to learn and hard to master. The playfield is laid out perfectly and it offers tons of interesting and fun shots. I love the multi-ball mode on this machine with all the randomness caused by the spinning discs and the tough upper flipper shot for the jackpot.
The artwork, music, and call outs are all top notch. The simulated tornado on the playfield and the fan blowing on top of the cabinet make this a machine that absolutely nails the theme. Overall, this is a top tier System 11 machine and one of the most fun games out there.
The artwork, music, and call outs are all top notch. The simulated tornado on the playfield and the fan blowing on top of the cabinet make this a machine that absolutely nails the theme. Overall, this is a top tier System 11 machine and one of the most fun games out there.
8.720/10
8 years ago
I finally got one of these after many years wanting and playing where I found one until my fingers were numb. A very fun machine that is demonstrative of Pat Lawlor's early gadgets and themes that are found in a lot of his other machines. The theme is timeless and play flow can be very fast when the flippers are strong. The main thing here is to make sure you get plastic protectors as the ball can go flying around into some otherwise unprotected and vulnerable plastic pieces that are increasingly difficult to get in one piece. It can get bogged down with flippers that aren't well maintained. Overall a sweet machine to have in your collection!
9.144/10
8 years ago
Gameplay and Design: If it weren't for so many rules and layout similarities to Earthshaker, one could easily mistake this game as a product of Steve Richie. Gameplay is fast, fluid, and at times, brutally difficult. The challenge is always fair, and the spinning disks on the playfield can either work in your favor, or against you. The use of the "stargate" ramp is a brilliant way of changing the layout of the game with minimal effort. The shots on the playfield are varied and balanced, and seldom get boring.
Artwork, Sounds, and Music: The theming is excellent, and ties well into the playfield design. It's a cohesive experience that makes sense, and I feel a lot of pinball machines lack in this regard. Sounds are clear, and music is catchy. The cabinet artwork is a bit uninspired, but I'm willing to overlook that as the rest of the artwork is exceedingly well done.
Overall: This is a game you shouldn't miss. When properly set up, it is a surefire blast to play. Few games fully utilize the theme, artwork, and playfield layout as well as Whirlwind does. It's big, somewhat goofy, and has plenty of things to do for longtime lastability.
Artwork, Sounds, and Music: The theming is excellent, and ties well into the playfield design. It's a cohesive experience that makes sense, and I feel a lot of pinball machines lack in this regard. Sounds are clear, and music is catchy. The cabinet artwork is a bit uninspired, but I'm willing to overlook that as the rest of the artwork is exceedingly well done.
Overall: This is a game you shouldn't miss. When properly set up, it is a surefire blast to play. Few games fully utilize the theme, artwork, and playfield layout as well as Whirlwind does. It's big, somewhat goofy, and has plenty of things to do for longtime lastability.
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