EP 4 - Controversial Pinball Opinions

PodcastJul 17, 2025

Flip N Out Pinball Podcast

1 hr 10 min

Summary

Flippin' Out hosts debate controversial pinball takes: artwork importance, Ghostbusters quality, ramp materials, and repair vs. play satisfaction.

Ken Cromwell and Greg Bone discuss controversial pinball opinions on the Flippin' Out Pinball Podcast, debating whether artwork is essential, defending Ghostbusters as underrated, weighing plastic vs. metal ramps, and exploring the satisfaction of repairing games versus playing them. They also announce that Flippin' Out is taking an interest list for Spooky Pinball next unrevealed title.

Highlights

Spooky Pinball is encouraging an interested list for their next unrevealed game
Ghostbusters is one of the best Stern games ever made; players who dislike it 'just suck at pinball'
Total Nuclear Annihilation garnered significant attention and enthusiasm when shown as a whitewood at pinball shows
Artwork is not the least important part of a pinball machine, but may be less important than gameplay, sound, and design
Ken installed a center post kit on Ghostbusters to close the flipper gap when he was less skilled
Plastic ramps offer better visibility of playfield and artwork compared to metal/wire form ramps
Hobbit is an example of a long-playing game worth the investment due to theatrical experience and immersion
Working on and restoring pinball machines can be more satisfying than playing them for some enthusiasts

From the creator

We asked the question: "What's your most controversial pinball opinion?" And… wow. You didn't hold back. In this episode, Greg and Ken dive headfirst into your hot takes, from pinball sacred cows getting roasted to brutally honest assessments of beloved titles. It's part debate, part group therapy, and all pinball. No game is safe. No opinion off-limits. And yes, we have thoughts. Please consider purchasing your next pinball or arcade machine from Flip N Out Pinball Visit us on facebook and see our used game inventory HERE