EP 9 - Modern Day Pinball Classics?
Flip N Out Pinball Podcast
1 hr 8 min
Summary
Flippin' Out discusses which Stern Spike 2 games will become pinball classics, starting with Godzilla.
Ken Cromwell and Greg Bone discuss which modern Spike 2 LCD pinball games from Stern will become classics in 10 years. The episode opens with personal updates about Greg's vacation to Gulf Shores, Alabama, a mention of Emoto's arcade venue Captain Crazies, and a detailed anecdote about a mysterious vanilla smell experienced during a recent trip to Zach's property. The hosts then pivot to the core topic: analyzing Godzilla as an immediate classic example, discussing how strong rule design and code maturity can overcome initial theme resistance and artwork concerns, establishing criteria for what constitutes a modern pinball classic.
Highlights
- Godzilla is already a classic and will definitely be remembered as one in 10 years
- Godzilla initially had negative reception to its color palette and theme choice before gameplay won people over
- Keith Elwin is the 'juggernaut designer' at Stern Pinball right now
- Very few Spike 2 games will actually qualify as true classics when you factor in theme, reception, and longevity
- Emoto opened an arcade venue (Captain Crazies) about 25-30 minutes from Gulf Shores beach with good pinball machine maintenance
Episode 9 – Modern Day Pinball Classics? Hosted by Ken Cromwell & Greg Bone In this episode, Ken and Greg hit the road to Flip N Out Headquarters to link up with owner Zach Meny for some new video content creation. From there, the conversation turns to a hot topic, which Stern Spike 2 (LCD era) games are destined to become true "classics"? These are the timeless titles that collectors and enthusiasts will still be chasing years from now. Which ones make the cut... and which fall short? We wrap things up with the Flip N Out Pinball Power Rankings for the end of September 2025, counting down the top five products generating the most buzz from client inquiries, sales, and discussions. Please consider purchasing your next pinball or arcade machine from Flip N Out Pinball Flip N Out Pinball USED INVENTORY on facebook HERE Contact Ken and Greg for sales and service at:
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