#92 Stern Ali - The Classic Pinball Podcast

George and Dave review the Ali pinball machine from March 1980, discussing its poor commercial performance (only ~3,000 units sold) despite featuring boxing legend Muhammad Ali. The hosts critique the game's weak sound design (reused Galaxy sounds instead of fight-themed audio), awkward marketing, and underwhelming backglass artwork, but acknowledge solid gameplay mechanics and drop target design. Dave shares a personal story about acquiring a second OXO machine from a Malden, Massachusetts estate sale for restoration parts.