Episode 192 - A CMA Whirlwind

Episode 192 - A CMA Whirlwind

Author: Dennis Kriesel & Tony Kurkowski April 30, 2023 Duration: 1:17:34
Pinball: We discuss Pinball Adventures and their Punny Factory reveal, discuss the newly announced TiltBob Pinball company out of Florida, talk about the status of the expanded code for Cactus Canyon Remake, and chat a bit about an Overwatch homebrew project. We also provide Rumor Corner. Video Games: We read a listener review of the VR game Perfect, invest a lot of time regarding the Microsoft-Activision news out of the UK, and cover some details on Playstation 5 and the new Star Wars game. Episode Links: Punny Factory trailer: https://youtu.be/Rz2AoiW8q_8 Making of Punny Factory video: https://youtu.be/nl7pFZCwm54 Knapp Arcade article on TiltBob Pinball: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/new-mystery-pinball-company-revealed Knapp Arcade article on the CCr expanded code: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/chicago-gaming-company-expanded-code-for-cactus-canyon-still-coming-not-close-to-being-ready Pinball Innovators & Makers Podcast Ep 5: https://thepinballnetwork555350716.wordpress.com/2023/04/23/pinball-innovators-makers-podcast-ep-5-a-family-affair/ 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
Podcast Episodes
Episode 239 - Tombstone [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:26
Warning: The first 25+ minutes are an in-depth discussion of the Western film genre. You have been warned! Pinball: We cover Stern Pinball's Dungeons and Dragons LE version having node board ten issues, talk about a dela…
Episode 238 - This or That [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:10
Pinball: We cover several emails relating to prior topics and Dennis's inability to pronounce certain words. We discuss the sub-$1,000 planned Alice Goes to Wonderland from Wonderland Amusements and also play a little re…
Episode 237 - Fixing The Switch 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:24
Pinball: We talk briefly about the general reaction to Stern Pinball's new release, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye, David Fix leaving American Pinball, and then we play a new game where Tony and I pick what we thin…
Episode 236 - D&D For You and Me! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:53
Pinball: We talk all about Stern Pinball's new release, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye. Video Games: We cover a variety of leaks related to Nintendo's Switch 2, the big upcoming video game releases of January and F…
Episode 235 - 2024 Year-End Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:51
Pinball: We talk about the LoserKid Pinball Podcast interview with American Pinball's David Fix, recap the year of 2024 for pinball, and play a game! Video Games: We answer listener questions, Tony gives his 2024 Steam s…
Episode 234 - On The Line of Exile [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:54
Pinball: We provide a Rumor Corner but spend most of our time discussing the interesting happenings in pinball during 2024. Video Games: We summarize Star Citizen's funding milestone, talk about early access for Path of…
Episode 233 - Evil Dead & Half-Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:55
Pinball: We discuss some corrections regarding retired games at American Pinball but spend most of the segment going over Spooky Pinball's new game: Evil Dead Pinball. Video Games: We summarize some Steam news on how the…
Episode 232 - Nintendo Remastered [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:46
Pinball: We discuss Barrels of Fun hiring Butch Peel, American Pinball ceasing production of Houdini and Legends of Valhalla, a Rumor Corner on Spooky Pinball, and a discussion on Stern's catalog and what we'd like to se…
Episode 231 - Like a Dragon Remastered [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:50
Pinball: We discuss Stern Pinball's Metallica Remastered, some hits from Pinball Expo, Ninja Eclipse expecting to sell its initial run, and a couple listener emails. Video Games: We summarize a big payday for Microsoft's…
Episode 230 - Alice in What? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:17
Pinball: We discuss DPX's reveal of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Video Games: We summarize what's going on with Bethesda, a microphone mode for A Quiet Place: The Road, a new Blizzard book, Ubisoft's future, Genshin…