The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 32: The Xmas Special Bah Humbug!

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 arrival of new games just in time for Christmas. In this episode, Scott Rundle and Neil McRae discuss various aspects of the pinball industry, including frustrations with game releases, trends in collecting, market dynamics, and the importance of iconic themes. They reflect on missed opportunities for game updates, the challenges of licensing, and the role of nostalgia in game preferences. The conversation also touches on the secondhand market, game reliability, and community engagement through streaming. As the year comes to a close, they share their thoughts on the best and worst games of the year, highlighting the evolving landscape of pinball.