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9.460/10
3 days ago
Great machine, I played this about 30 times on location and loved it enough I bought a Premium a few months later. great machine with great callouts and easy to learn rules. Fun shots and great look and feel! Highly Recommend!
9.616/10
3 days ago
Incredibly deep game with a ton of options to approach, this would definitely make for the perfect home pin. Straightforward enough that a beginner can pick it up and try for multiball, and deep enough for anyone to get involved in to find many ways of approaching, this is a really fun one.

Premium/LE has some of the coolest toys on the field and the fact the T-Rex shot even works is pretty astounding to me. And it feels good every time. I don't love the captive balls on the jeep, I think they are often accidentally hit and don't feel that great to hit. Outside of that, the raptor pen, ramps, all of it is smooth and many of the shots a decent challenge to hit correctly but not too hard where it doesn't feel impossible. This truly is one of the finer ones to learn and challenge yourself on.

Perfectly executed use of the license. The music, art package, visuals are all there and it fits in perfectly. Spectacular pin that will stand the test of time.
10.000/10
3 days ago
Incredible machine, great work, very faithful to the original game
5.403/10
4 days ago
The shots are ok. The left return shot is cool and fast. The right ramp is nearly impossible. Upper flipper is cool how you can stage the ball for a cross shot.

This game is lacking in pretty much every department. The flow is below average. The shots are below average and uninspiring. The cut scenes take FOREVER (like grab a beer long) to get through. And there are way too many of them. It's not a really clearly "do this to get to this" game.

And ... It's not that much fun. I find myself only playing it because it's new. And after about 3 games, I'll move on. Just doesn't do it for me.
8.478/10
4 days ago
I didn't have a lot of expectations with Jaws, but I have found it a blast to shoot after a dozen games or so on location. I'm a fan of the movie franchise and the backglass with the iconic movie poster reels you to this machine like a fisherman at sea. The action is fast and fun. The Pro playfield is a bit barer, almost an old-school feel, but still provides for great flow with the various shark targets. I love the harpoon shot and trying to hit the moving fin target, perhaps my favorite shot in the game. I wish bashing the shark cage was more satisfying, perhaps my biggest gripe with the game. Movie clips are integrated well into the theme and in some instances, the ball is held so the player can pay attention to the clip in its entirety which assists in building up the suspense for the subsequent shot or mode. Rules seem straight forward and not overly complex, also adding to the retro feel. Will be interested to see how code updates build upon the existing gameplay. I'm typically not a big modern Stern fan, but they have done a fantastic job with this one so far. This is the machine I gravitate towards now. May even consider a home purchase in the future.
9.239/10
4 days ago
One of my favorite pinball machines. Love the unique use of the rollovers and the way they are combined with the drop targets to enhance available awards. Prefer this two player version over the four player Surf Champ (easier to maintain), but both are equally fun to play and have that "one more game" feel even though it is quite challenging to end up with a satisfying score. Does a great job of blending most of the best features of Gottlieb's history of great EM pinball designs. Ed Krynski was an amazing designer of EM and early SS machines (designed hundreds of machines), and this is one of his best.
6.705/10
4 days ago
moyen
6.006/10
4 days ago
bof bof bof le pire stern des 6 dernières années
9.580/10
4 days ago
drole et fun
6.198/10
4 days ago
bof....film sur le bowling et tu lances ta boule rarement!!!
9.080/10
4 days ago
un tres bon flipper
8.840/10
5 days ago
Man what a beautiful game. The artwork and sounds are gorgeous and the game play so good for a new company. The shots are tight but satisfying. Flippers don’t snap like a stern but I think they are fine.

I’m going to buy one I think. Just convinced myself as I write this lol
8.788/10
5 days ago
This is an amazing game, and that goes for all versions - even the original from 1998! A great theme, wonderful animation and good shots! Definetly recommend playing any version of this game if you ever come across it!
8.444/10
5 days ago
This is one of the most unique games I've ever played.

The layout is very good and has a relatively good flow. My favorite shot is the center ramp shot. The mechanism that changes the ball's position around the basket is a nice idea but it can be a bit unreliable when the solenoids get weak. The way they used the backbox is nice too.

In terms of rules the game is pretty simple and easily understandable. It is a good thing they actually changed the scoring system for this game to points. It makes this game stand out in a line up.

Regarding artwork the game looks good and rounds the machine off very well.

Overall, this is a good game with nice flow, nice toys and pretty good rules.
7.151/10
5 days ago
Just an all around fun game. Classic game with cool mechanics!
8.665/10
5 days ago
I have both the premium and the LE. Obviously the only difference is the cosmetics. Definitely still like JURASSIC PARK, GODZILLA and CACTUS CANYON LE more. Cabinet and gameplay I do love the moving shark fin. The upper playfield is weak. I will say.
8.860/10
5 days ago
This is one of the best recent Stern games.

In terms of layout it is one of my favorite to shoot designs. There is a lot of flow, lots of variety within the shots and every shot feels satisfying to hit. My only complaint is that there are too few dangerous shots, other than that it is a close to perfect layout. The Premium/LE's mini-playfield does nothing for me though. In terms of gameplay I think the Pro is sufficient and actually a bit more fun to play.

Where the Premium/LE quite clearly is superior is the quality of toys. The sculpted Overlord, van and the Overlord's magnet make the game seem more qualitatively valuable than the Pro.

The rules are pretty easily understandable and I think they created a game code which a casual player could play through.

Regarding the artwork they couldn't have done any better. The animations they incorporated within the game are also world class and you can see that a lot of creative effort has gone into the making of the game.

All in all, this is an awesome game with a lot of flow, great toys and beautiful artwork. In my opinion it is a game for players of every skill level.
8.860/10
5 days ago
This is one of the best recent Stern games.

In terms of layout it is one of my favorite to shoot designs. There is a lot of flow, lots of variety within the shots and every shot feels satisfying to hit. My only complaint is that there are too few dangerous shots, other than that it is a close to perfect layout. The Premium/LE's mini-playfield does nothing for me though. In terms of gameplay I think the Pro is sufficient and actually a bit more fun to play.

Where the Premium/LE quite clearly is superior is the quality of toys. The sculpted Overlord, van and the Overlord's magnet make the game seem more qualitatively valuable than the Pro.

The rules are pretty easily understandable and I think they created a game code which a casual player could play through.

Regarding the artwork they couldn't have done any better. The animations they incorporated within the game are also world class and you can see that a lot of creative effort has gone into the making of the game.

All in all, this is an awesome game with a lot of flow, great toys and beautiful artwork. In my opinion it is a game for players of every skill level.
10.000/10
5 days ago
This is what pinball is all about. Elton John is just such a fun experience. The sound quality is top notch and the light show is amazing. Locking the balls in the piano to start the signature stage multiball while Love Lies Bleeding blasts out of the speakers is very satisfying. The game is quite fast and flows great. I appreciate all the little touches they put into the game too like the Elton John piano player toy being synchronized to the songs or when the lights blink off at the lyrics “deaf, dumb, and blind kid” in Pinball Wizard. As a pianist and lifelong Elton John fan, this theme made this pin a must have. That it also happens to be one of the most fun pinball experiences I have ever had is why I rank this a 10 out of 10. This one is special and a very welcome addition to my collection.
9.420/10
6 days ago
Love the game, While the art on the Premium is good, I prefer the Pro and LE art but overall, the game is amazing. Love the flow of the game, modes are easy to learn and the shots while not easy are easy to understand, just don't always hit them when I want!

I own a LE but it's the same game as the Premium minus a few non gameplay features with speaker lighting and shooter rod and different art package, Armor etc. Game is a family favorite and is easily in my top 5 pins of all time!
9.856/10
6 days ago
I Like the HW very much. The Videos are very good and funny. Red line mania.
9.044/10
6 days ago
Aztec was my number one most wanted game to own. I was fortunate to get my hands on one to restore recently. It came to me in rough shape and I'm still putting the finishing touches on it, but I've put quite a few games on it already.
Aztec is FAST. With a proper setup the ball speeds are almost shocking for an EM. The slingshots and pop bumpers are primarily responsible for this, but the packed layout also contributes. Getting the ball back under control as quickly as possible is a constant battle.
This game was unexpectedly and surprisingly hard, with the outlanes being incredibly punishing. On my machine they seem downright magnetic at times, and I will need to develop my nudging skills and outlane saves to continue to run up the score. The lower playfield is quite full, and the DC slingshots can result in a screaming fast ball that disappears down the outlanes before you even have a chance to flip. The pops are surrounded by bumpers on all sides, inducing erratic behavior and unpredictable returns from the top. The angles and setup of the Z-T-E-C targets often result in dangerous returns, and the center target shot is pure death if the ball has no spin. The game demands dangerous shots from you if you want to progress towards a special or extra ball. Fully lighting A-Z-T-E-C is a rare occasion and satisfying to acheive. Double bonus is a priority objective in gameplay and always feels great to successfully light. Earning a special is even more scarce, demanding repeated shots to the top of the playfield or taking a risk by putting the ball out of control to advance the bonus ladder.
The outstanding features of this game, however, are the two main shots. The left spinner and the right kickback lane. The spinner absolutely rips and is so far the most satisfying spinner shot on any game I’ve played. The kickback lane is a fun and dynamic feature that makes it possible to cash in on progress towards A-Z-T-E-C without feeling like you’ve run out of shots on a particular ball. Both of these shots feel great to hit and are the defining features of this table.
An often heard complaint is that the pop bumpers will repeatedly send the ball back into the kickback multiple times, but I only rarely encountered this behavior. My only real complaint with this game is that the E and C targets are set low enough on the playfield that it is difficult and rare to hit them with direct shots off of the flipper. I usually earn these two by random chance or by taking shots on the fly. Aztec can feel like it’s left to chance if you will survive a particular shot. This game absolutely necessitates 5 ball play in my opinion. I will continue to develop ball and shot control skills to hopefully get better at this table. My game is currently cranked all the way to max conservative adjustments, and wow is it an awesome challenge. I can’t wait to continue to hone my skills on it.
I’ve already written this much and haven’t even talked about the art package yet. Aztec has some of my favorite art I’ve seen on an EM. I understand why it’s polarizing but It just works for me. The warm lighting coupled with the reds, yellows, and blues is a really nice combination. I enjoy the backglass art but mine is in severe need of replacement. The cabinet art is probably my favorite out there period, it just looks fantastic. Great color palette, cool design, and not too flashy or over the top.
Aztec is everything I had hoped it would be and more. It represents a lasting challenge for me to master and looks great while doing it. I always find myself hitting the start button for just one more game, one more shot at nailing the spinner. Thoroughly impressed, I will keep aztec in my collection for many many years to come.
8.636/10
6 days ago
This is the best shooting JJP yet.

The layout is very good with most of the shots' being backhandable. The side ramp shot with the piano attached is very nice just as the center ramp shot. Those are my favorite shots in the game and the flippers are actually flipping pretty well for a JJP. My only complaint about the layout is the return from the center ramp. Maybe it was only the exact machine I played but the ball would constantly return dangerously so that only a live catch could help me out reliably. But other than that it's a pretty impressive and imaginative new layout.

I appreciate that the rules give you the option of playing different songs but I think you should be able to switch the song at the start of a new ball similar to Led Zeppelin.

The theming is very excessively done. I'm rather a fan of a more subtle theming like AC/DC for example. But I guess if you're a super Elton John fan you won't mind it. The same goes for the music as well.

All in all, Elton John is probably the best JJP so far with solid flippers, an innovative layout and nicely varied rules. I'm very glad to see that Steve Ritchie managed to create an outstanding layout for his JJP debut game.
8.680/10
6 days ago
Very nice and funny Game.
8.694/10
6 days ago
After 2 hours in a row without getting bored at all , really liked this pin ( as all the Keith Elwin should i say ) , scored 494 M

0.86 early code but plenty of things to do already , tight interesting shots , really great flow , fast and fun game , amazing gameplay as always ( and i also love the Bally Williams and JJP different gameplay )

Even 2 ball multi ball are intense , i play pinball everyday , Godzilla , Foo fighters , Venom and Elvira are my favorites , Jaws may be the next one even if it is not a beautiful pin like these ones

Already a top 10 Stern , but not a top 5

Dont like the backglass and the artwork , not my favorite theme ( hoping for Matrix , Akira ,Dragon Ball , Dune , John Wick , Mad Max , Harry Potter , Slayer , Deep Purple , Black Sabbath , Motorhead ,, the Boys ) but i dig the old school atmosphere and vidéos

Great job !)

Edit : played another two hours , still loving it , scored 806m , Can t wait to play the premium
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