Episode 181 - Pro vs Prem

Episode 181 - Pro vs Prem

Author: Dennis Kriesel & Tony Kurkowski November 27, 2022 Duration: 1:13:54
Pinball: We talk about Stern Pinball shipping Bond Pro models and soon ending their Home edition runs of Jurassic Park and Star Wars. We discuss CGC's CCrLE finally shipping. We spend a brief about of time on the TWIPYs,and then we talk about the new third-party game Drained for the P3. We spend a lot of time answering a listener email on whether we'd pick the Pro or the Premium model of various in-production Stern games. We conclude with Rumor Corner. Video Games: This segment covers some insider trading arrests tied to Square Enix, Blizzard partially reversing course on their SMS verification rules, Pokémon fallout, and impressive sales for God of War Ragnarök. Note: The virtual mixing board lost connection to Tony's microphone during the TWIPY discussion and so he will be quiet during that part (as you can only hear what Dennis's mic picked up from him). This issue was caught and fixed after that segment but left in as most of the discussion was from Dennis anyway. Episode Links: Drained trailer: https://youtu.be/PsFLtYFZCio Show Links: EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers 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 273 - Gotta Go Action-Adventure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:24
Pinball: We discuss the purported JJP leak of the Sonic playfield. Video Games: We talk about Subnautica 2, the PlayStation State of Play, the Summer Game Fest, the IGN Live, and a few other things. Episode Links: Kineti…
Episode 272 - Why Ball No Transform? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:08
Pinball: We discuss Stern's new pinball machine: Transformers: More than Meets the Eye Pinball. Video Games: We talk about AtGames and their Zen conflict, Summer Games Done Quick, Destiny 2, Switch 2, GTA 6, Subnautica 2…
Episode 271 - Big Bang Bar Remake Remake [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:02
Pinball: We discuss Stern's schedule for the next cornerstone, the fall of Big Bang Bar Remake Remake, and some listener emails. Video Games: We talk about Subnautica 2's launch, Activision stepping away from the PS4 and…
Episode 270 - What Can Defeat Pokémon? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:06
Pinball: We have no news so instead we talk about whether JJP or Stern will get their next game out first and what, if anything, might be "bigger" than Pokémon. Video Games: We talk about Zen Pinball updates, Resident Ev…
Episode 269 - Friends Are Optional [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:44
Pinball: We correct that Monster League Hockey does permit single-player games, discuss American Pinball "reimagining" Circus Voltaire, and cover a listener email. Video Games: We talk about Warhorse going to A.I. transl…
Episode 268 - 2026 Texas Pinball Festival Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:48
Pinball: We 2026 TPF, in terms of the overall show and finally getting caught up with playing a lot of games that came out in 2025 that we had yet to experience. Video Games: We talk about some virtual pinball, video gam…
Episode 267 - Twisted Metal & Downsized Battlefield [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:13
Pinball: We discuss a bunch of listener emails. Video Games: We talk about virtual pinball, Pokopia, New York suing Valve, Microsoft's new gaming hardware, the background of Overwatch, the shutdown of Highguard, a major…
Episode 266 - G.D. Donut! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:05
Pinball: We discuss a bunch of listener emails and also the report that Dungeon Crawler Carl is getting a pinball machine. Video Games: We talk about Highguard, Xbox's leadership change, Genshin Impact and A.I., Discord…
Episode 265 - Gotta Catch 'Em All [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:55
Pinball: We discuss Stern Pinball finally revealing Pokémon Pinball, and the announced end of DPX (Dutch Pinball Exclusive). Video Games: We talk about Sony's patent for some weird A.I. thing, a major Overwatch update, S…
Episode 264 - Ubisoft: The Segment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:19
Pinball: We discuss more about American Pinball, what little we know about Stern's next cornerstone plans, and answer some listener emails. Video Games: We talk a bunch about Ubisoft but also hit on Highguard and Dispatc…