DPP #228 "Day 1 dispatch! BJ reception, BOF excites!"

Day 1 Pinball at the Beach dispatch: Beetlejuice dominates Spooky booth, Barrels excites with Winchester, Stern presence minimal.

Don reports from Day 1 of Pinball at the Beach 2026 in St. Pete Beach, Florida, providing on-the-floor coverage of manufacturer booths and game reception. Beetlejuice (12 show units) is generating massive interest with positive community reception; Spooky's booth is crowded with lines all day. Barrels of Fun has two Winchester Mystery House machines drawing consistent play. Stern's presence is notably diminished compared to prior years, with X-Men receiving mixed reviews due to rushed development. Don discusses Pokemon hype concerns, speculating against FOMO-driven LE speculation, and expresses cautious optimism about Turner Pinball potential upcoming releases.