Episode 137 - Dark Days of Avengers

Dennis and Tony discuss the pinball industry's paradoxical state: record demand, price increases, and sold-out games (notably Guns N' Roses), yet manufacturers except Stern appear to be struggling with production, customer service degradation (JJP's pivot from free playfield swaps to refunds only), and delayed releases (CGC's Cactus Canyon, American Pinball's Hot Wheels). The hosts suspect supply chain and parts bottlenecks as primary causes, drawing parallels to their own industries, but express concern about manufacturer financial health and the overall viability of the niche market, citing closures like ReplayFX and underfunded initiatives like Pinball Hall of Fame.