Episode 20: "Is Pinball Dying? Foo Fighters Vault, Stern’s Next Cornerstone & Pinball Hype!"
Stern vault surprises, Cup competition integrity concerns, and tariff-driven price hike speculation.
34 min listen · Dec 23, 2024

Welcome to "The Flipside" with RetroRalph, where arcade nostalgia meets pinball passion! Known for his YouTube channel dedicated to arcade gaming, RetroRalph now explores the pinball world after three years of fascination with flippers and bumpers. Join Ralph on this journey as he aims to bring new life to pinball, just as he did for arcades. "The Flipside" dives deep into retro gaming and pinball culture through discussions, gameplay, and interviews. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the hobby, Ralph's enthusiasm promises an exciting exploration of gaming history. Join RetroRalph on "The Flipside" for a tilt-worthy adventure through the arcade and pinball realms!
Started in 2024.
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Welcome to "The Flipside" with RetroRalph, where arcade nostalgia meets pinball passion!
Stern vault surprises, Cup competition integrity concerns, and tariff-driven price hike speculation.
34 min listen · Dec 23, 2024
Twippies returns with voting Jan 3rd; Stern rumored to flip Kong/D&D timeline.
48 min listen · Dec 7, 2024
Retro Ralph wins Electric Bat tournament debut after rough day, praises venue culture.
24 min listen · Nov 13, 2024
Post-Expo recap: community focus, X-Men code progress, auto-plunger woes, Metallica purchase incoming.
38 min listen · Nov 3, 2024
Pinball Expo 2024 live coverage with game reviews, sub-$1K machine drama, and industry observations.
1 hr 11 min listen · Oct 20, 2024
Pinball Expo 2024 preview with X-Men enthusiasm, Metallica remaster rumors, and affordable pinball startup analysis.
33 min listen · Oct 13, 2024
Retro Ralph covers tournament pinball success, praises Stern's Jaws update, and critiques pinball content discourse.
28 min listen · Oct 5, 2024
Retro Ralph and Kale compare Avatar and X-Men pinball machines with operator perspective on profitability.
46 min listen · Sep 21, 2024
X-Men livestream underwhelming due to incomplete code; Avatar impresses mechanically despite theme concerns.
27 min listen · Sep 16, 2024
Retro Ralph enthusiastically reacts to Stern's Uncanny X-Men announcement, praising innovative design.
22 min listen · Sep 4, 2024
Stern teases new Jack Danger-designed X-Men game; distributor intel confirms 811 LE units and phased release schedule.
21 min listen · Aug 30, 2024
Tournament struggles, mental blocks, and defending modern Stern game design
21 min listen · Aug 20, 2024
Host discusses aiming technique, tournament play, new Godzilla acquisition, and Stern game rumors.
25 min listen · Aug 3, 2024
Retro Ralph covers Godzilla 70th preview, John Wick impressions, and fall pinball rumors.
37 min listen · Jul 23, 2024
Secondary market shows buyer's market with deep discounts; Godzilla 70th Premium looks amazing
26 min listen · Jul 15, 2024
Retro Ralph's wife Kim shares her perspective on pinball, gameplay experiences, and design appreciation.
41 min listen · Jul 7, 2024
Retro Ralph examines influencer negativity's impact on pinball game perception.
21 min listen · Jun 28, 2024
Retro Ralph's three-year pinball journey from skeptic to passionate collector fueled by Expo community and continuous new IP releases.
21 min listen · Jun 24, 2024
Retro Ralph launches The Flipside Podcast and explains his preference for Stern due to parts availability and reliability.
32 min listen · Jun 24, 2024