Episode 246 - What if Gottlieb & Williams Returned?

Episode 246 - What if Gottlieb & Williams Returned?

Author: Dennis Kriesel & Tony Kurkowski May 25, 2025 Duration: 55:05
Pinball: We briefly discuss that it seems JJP's Harry Potter pinball is delayed, cover some listener emails, and then have a discussion topic on what pinball company would we resurrect to compete in today's market. Video Games: We talk about a bunch of video game movies being worked on, Embracer's reorganization, Gearbox grinding people's gears, and EA's move against remote work. Episode Links: None! 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 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT 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 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…
Episode 229 - Exclusive Square [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:58
Pinball: We discuss Stern Pinball's fallout from their first X-Men reveal stream, Christopher Franchi becoming the exclusive artist for Spooky Pinball, and a brief discussion on the state of pinball purchasing today. Vid…