Episode 115 - The Age of Desperation and Innovation: Gottlieb System 80A

“Gottlieb was the king of pinball for decades. They had the designers, they had the artists, they had the build quality, most importantly, they had the sales. But they did not have the foresight to see what an impact solid state technology would have on the industry.”

“I think it's appropriate to say the 80s were a bit of a mess for Gottlieb, but historically, when pinball companies got in trouble, it leads to some very interesting games. They start throwing shit at the wall to see what sticks.”

“It's the Cadillac of the ADAs. Yeah it is loaded dope art package... There can't be one that's heavier than this. That made it to production.”

“I love that. That's the best shit. Cause it adds like tension to the like single ball element, it's great, it just works perfect.”

“If this was like not Rocky themed, if it was knockoff Rocky, like the Gottliebs I love, you know, when they're clear knockoffs and it was like $1,000, I'd be like, oh, this thing's cool as hell. I'd be giving it a stick. With all that context, I'm giving it a plop.”

“People have been clamoring for an ADA episode. I like this era of goofy shit.”

“It's one of the canceled games that you think actually had potential. I think this game is fun as hell. It's very... It's a gimmick. Like it's a time-based game... constant multiball. You're trying your squirrel trying to get all your nuts.”

“You wonder if it's like a pseudonym, like they tried to adopt a more anglicized, a whiter name. They were an Asian designer working in the industry at this time”