Episode 171 - Galactic E3 Force

Episode 171 - Galactic E3 Force

Author: Dennis Kriesel & Tony Kurkowski July 10, 2022 Duration: 1:11:42
Note: We had some local gain issues so some portions of audio have an echo to them... our apologies. Pinball: Coverage focuses on an email regarding our Toy Story Four pinball discussion, American Pinball's claim to be getting ready to make classic editions of Legends of Valhalla and two new trademark names associated with the company, Multimorphic shipping Weird Al modules and continuing to search for assemblers to build games, Stern Pinball resuming production of Jurassic Park Pro, and Rumor Corner. Video Games: This segment covers an email about our prior discussion of video game reviews, the ESA announcing they are working with ReedPop to produce E3 2023, Blizzard planning to bring back Blizzcon in 2023, Nintendo partnering with LEGO for a big ol' Bowser, a controversy with Summer Games Done Quick 2022, and some Playstation store impact related to Purchased Studio Canal. Episode Links: Knapp Arcade article on Stern now producing Jurassic Park Pro: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/jurassic-park-pros-are-currently-on-the-line-at-stern-pinball Show Links: Website: http://eclecticgamers.com EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=86805 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Eclectic_gamers Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/eclectic_gamers YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT Watches with Dennis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WatcheswithDennis Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com

Dennis Kriesel and Tony Kurkowski host the Eclectic Gamers Podcast-Pinball & Video Games, a conversation that dives deep into the worlds of arcade cabinets and digital entertainment. While the show’s heart lies in these two core passions, pinball often takes center stage, with detailed discussions on machines, techniques, and the vibrant community surrounding the silver ball. Video games, from retro classics to modern releases, provide a rich counterpoint, ensuring there’s always a mix of topics. True to its name, this podcast isn’t afraid to venture beyond the expected; you’ll occasionally hear them explore tabletop RPGs, card games, and other corners of the gaming universe. The tone is relaxed and informed, feeling more like a chat between knowledgeable friends than a formal review show. Each episode is built around those permanent segments dedicated to pinball and video games, offering consistency within a broad spectrum of interests. For anyone who finds joy in the click of flippers, the glow of a screen, or the roll of a dice, this eclectic mix delivers thoughtful commentary and genuine enthusiasm.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Eclectic Gamers Podcast - Pinball & Video Games
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Episode 219 - John Wick & Dark Times [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:26:07
Pinball: We spend the entire time discussing the reveal of Stern Pinball's John Wick Pinball, the drama about the lack of guns in the art, and also the marketing campaign and what pinball currently faces in the market ov…
Episode 218 - Open Source Blues [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:47
Note: Light spoilers regarding vaults in the Fallout TV series (won't be spoilers to those familiar with the games). Pinball: We discuss Homepin's open-source Blues Brothers pinball reveal, that Dutch Pinball supposedly…
Episode 217 - Downer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:28
Pinball: We discuss Stern building more Black Knight: Sword of Rage machines, the now-revealed ABBA Pinball from Pinball Brothers, Multimorphic's production plans for The Princess Bride, and DPX filing trademarks for RAZ…
Episode 216 - DPX PX Px px [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:05
Pinball: We discuss several listener emails, talk about Pinball Brothers preparing a new game while losing a couple of founders, and Dutch Pinball launching sister company DPX and what we think of that idea. Video Games:…
Episode 215 - 2024 Post-TPF [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:41
Pinball: Technically recorded the last day of TPF (so quasi-post TPF) on this episode we focus on the new games (or at least new to us) that Texas Pinball Festival had to offer. Episode Links: None! Show Links: EGP Patre…
Episode 214 - The Princess Drive [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:34
Pinball: We go over some listener emails but spend most of our time talking about The Princess Bride for the P3. Video Games: We go over the games Balatro and Pacific Drive, talk about more video game layoffs, talk about…
Episode 213 - Eat Ball Deluxe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:30
Pinball: We cover listener emails, note JJP's production of Elton John CEs, talk about the Jaws LE delay, talk about a Jaws Pro mod that can actually eat the ball, note the upcoming Princess Bride reveal, and spend a lot…
Episode 212 - Balleater [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:28
Pinball: We talk about the 3rd Annual Pinball Degenerates Awards, Pulp Fictions finally being built, Labyrinth toppers now shipping, and a long discussion about American Pinball's investor situation and continued relianc…
Episode 211 - Shark + No Eat Ball = Jaws [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:26
Pinball: We go over Stern Pinball's Jaws and the No-Eat-BallGate that has manifested. We also spend a bit of time talking about Princess Bride and Little Shop of Horrors and use that as a springboard to talk about other…
Episode 210 - You're Gonna Need a Bigger $48,000 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:06
Pinball: We go over the Stern Pinball Jaws reveal and also touch on some other Stern information. Video Games: We go over someone "beating" Tetris, Twitch updating their nudity policy (again), Square Enix and their plans…