A podcast about pinball from a British POV.
UK Pinfest 2024 recap: venue transition, Stern's debut, game reviews, and community compassion.
Send us Fan Mail Scott and Neil cover all the happenings at Pinfest and talk about Keith's new game Fallout!
UK Pinfest preview with Cirqus Voltaire critique and UK Open tournament updates.
Send us Fan Mail Only Neil as Scott is on holibobs!:D Neil drones on about all things UK Pinfest!
UK podcast hosts debate Pinfest drama, used game pricing collapse, and mixed views on recent Spooky/Stern releases.
Send us Fan Mail Scott and Neil talk about the latest in pinball including transformers, Pokemon and Sonic!
UK pinball hosts discuss market disruption from new Stern distributor, pricing corrections, and venue challenges.
Send us Fan Mail Scott and Neil are back after a bit of a break from pinball...
GB Pinball hosts discuss community burnout, Pinball at the Beach, and early impressions of Beetlejuice and D&D.
Send us Fan Mail Neil and Scott return for a post xmas post PATB; Covering BeetleJuice and the wider stuff of pinball - plus a old event comes back to life.
Send us Fan Mail In this Xmas episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, Neil McRae and Scott Rundle discuss a variety of topics related to pinball, personal experiences with pinball machines, and the challenges of the current market. They delve into modifications and upgrades for games, the expansion of Stern into the European market, and the dynamics of community forums. The hosts also review popular games like Jaws and Star Wars, share their holiday pinball plans, and discuss the...
Beetlejuice and Winchester Mystery House reviewed; discussion of boutique vs. Stern pinball manufacturing strategies.
Send us Fan Mail Scott and Neil talk over the new pinball updates and react live to the Spooky release of Beetlejuice!
Scott returns post-paternity; discusses Evil Dead value retention, Harry Potter weak code/theme integration, and manufacturing quality concerns.
Send us Fan Mail Two-part special - Regular episode and part 2 - Exclusive Special Guest Interview! Summary In this engaging conversation, Scott shares his challenging birth experience and the support he received from his community. The discussion transitions into the importance of paternity leave and how it can significantly impact work-life balance. They reflect on the recent Pinfest event, showcasing the evolution of pinball games and the importance of quality control in manufactur...
Rob Berk previews 41st Pinball Expo highlights including historic designer seminars, 40+ homebrews, and rare games.
Send us Fan Mail Neil has a last minute interview with Rob Berk ahead of Pinball Expo this week.
Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, Neil McRae provides an in-depth review of Stern's latest pinball machine, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire. He discusses the stunning artwork, technical innovations with Spike 3, and the engaging gameplay mechanics that immerse players in the Star Wars universe. Neil shares insights on character modes, audio quality, and the overall market reception of the game, concluding that it is a significant step forward for pin...
Send us Fan Mail Just Neil this time, can you guess why? Neil covers UKPinfest, Star Wars and the potential impact of Disney's licensing decision and a few other things in the pinball world!
UK Pinfest special covering collections, Progetti remakes, board issues, and community tournament updates.
Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, hosts Neil McRae and Scott Rundle dive into the excitement surrounding UK PinFest, sharing personal updates, discussing game collections, and exploring market trends. They also touch on maintenance issues, community engagement, and the latest industry news, including the controversial Predator pinball machine and quality control concerns with recent releases. The conversation is filled with humor, insights, and a d...
UK pinball venues collapsing amid cost crisis; secondary market tanking; art debate over Harry Potter.
Send us Fan Mail Scott and Neil talk about venues and the state of the hobby in the UK then cover the usual questions about new games etc.
Pinball industry struggles with launch execution quality across recent major releases despite strong game design.
Send us Fan Mail Scott and Neil debate the recent pinball launches and ask the question is pinball in a panic?
GBP Podcast 24: Personal updates, restoration projects, and mixed Dune/Labyrinth impressions.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, Neil and Scott discuss personal updates, including health issues and family matters, before diving into the world of pinball. They explore the challenges of maintaining and refurbishing pinball machines, the importance of parts availability, and the dynamics of the pinball market. The conversation also touches on recent game acquisitions, upcoming events, and the mixed reception of the Dune pinball machine. Throughout the...
Great British Pinball hosts review TPF 2024, discuss homebrew progress, pricing market dysfunction, and game impressions.
Send us Fan Mail It's the TPF wrap episode - And Neil gives Blues Brothers some Boomstick! More swearing warning:D
TPF25 preview with new game announcements, pricing concerns, and manufacturing quality discussions.
Send us Fan Mail Neil and Scott cover a wide variety of the rumoured goings on at TPF and Scott shares some fantastic news about a new delivery coming! Apologies about the audio, we are going to move away from our podcast software as we keep having issues that don't show up in testing.
UK pinball operators discuss recent acquisitions, Stern code delays, and hardware reliability issues.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, Neil McRae and Scott Rundle discuss their recent experiences in the world of pinball collecting, including the challenges of moving machines, the intricacies of game mechanics, and the evolution of pinball technology. They share personal anecdotes about their collections, including a Metallica LE and an Indiana Jones machine, and delve into the technical aspects of modern pinball machines, such as audio and visual enhancem...
British pinball hosts discuss David Fix departure from American Pinball and production pipeline updates.
Send us Fan Mail Why did the wizard bring a ladder to the dungeon? Because they heard the campaign had a lot of high-level encounters! Its new pinball week - its D&D! Summary In this episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, hosts Neil McRae and Scott Rundle reflect on their holiday experiences, discuss their pinball collections, and share insights from their recent visits to pinball events and manufacturers. They delve into the challenges facing the pinball industry, including produ...
UK hosts compare recent pinball acquisitions and discuss manufacturing quality, code updates, and market perception gaps.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Great British Pinball Podcast, Neil and Scott discuss various topics related to pinball machines, including their experiences with the new Labyrinth game, the differences in manufacturing and mechanics, the importance of maintenance, and the refurbishing of older machines. They also touch on the arrival of new games like Pulp Fiction and Metallica, the updates in game code, and insights into the pinball industry and future announcements. In this segment...
