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Don’s Pinball Podcast

DPP #185 "JJP taking Pot-shots!"

PodcastBy Donald Garrison

Don’s Pinball Podcast

28 min

Summary

JJP's surprise Harry Potter announcement with 3-tier pricing steals momentum ahead of Stern/Barrels releases.

Don discusses Jersey Jack Pinball surprise announcement of Harry Potter pinball in three editions (Arcade $9,999, Wizard $12,000, Collector's Edition $15,000), analyzing the strategic timing against Stern and Barrels of Fun releases. He examines the leaked promotional image showing a golden snitch shooter rod with visible conference room glare, speculates on game design given designer Eric Minear's history, and provides business perspective on time-limited vs. number-limited CE strategy. Don also previews his upcoming trip covering media days and play sessions at Barrels, Stern, and Spooky.

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