A question has been going through my head for a while... you know... normal purchase doubt. I just purchased a Joust pinball, but I have been wondering what you guys think...
Between the following pinball machines, assuming all in fair-to-good condition, which one would you buy:
If only in fair-to-good condition I would choose DM. However, if they were in excellent-to-collector condition I would choose SOF.
No wait! make that the other-way-round. No...let me think... ARRRRRGH!
Oh great! now I'm going to be up all night playing pinmame. I guess that makes me officially 'off the wagon'... So much for staying clean Damn you Ian....Damn you to hell.
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They are not all te same value thou, keep that in mind.
I voted as if i had the money for any However i would be tempted by the SoF if less money was available...
Well, my intial train of thought was that the DM would be the easier of the two to restore if they were only in good condition so I would pick that one.
But if they were in collector condition I would choose the harder to find SOF and hope that another DM could be found later.
I never consider money when I'm day dreaming because that would just be counter productive
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The only reason I didn't pick Joust is because it's best enjoyed as a two player game and I would never have any of my friends over to play cause they're not house trained.
Well, that and the fact that I'm really self absorbed... Heck, it would probably never even occur to me to invite them over in the first place!
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Take the Joust. The others can be had later. It's totally unique and very low production. Plus I imagine that a lot of them got trashed since they kinda fell into the cocktail genre of games.
I personally am the competative type. Playing head to head is a unique pin challenge.
Plus I imagine that a lot of them got trashed since they kinda fell into the cocktail genre of games.
I doubt that a lot got trashed. For a pinball that only had a run of 402, I've seen plenty come up for sale (albeit at a high price) in the Ontario region. On the other hand, something like Funhouse (run of 10,000+?), I haven't been able to find within Ontario/Quebec for that last couple of years???
There was a Joust pinball at a Starburst auction a few years back. Went for somewhere around $700? Not sure if it was a buyback. Seemed kind of cheap.
Sparky... as for the other choices? Its all preference. I have a Swords Of Fury that I am currently shopping.... a fun Sys11 game and a real late 80's machine, complete with that "unique" 80's music. Not for everyone. Both DM and SG are supposed to be decent as well...but I havent played either enough to give an opinion.
Joust is unique and low production. A Novelty game requiring two players head-to-head, offering quite a difference compared to other pinball machines. Plus it is a good investment, there seem to always be collectors looking for one.
I would be tempted next by a Stargate (my vote in this poll) followed by Swords of Fury. Demo Man does not turn my crank. As in other posts, personal tastes vary, and it is a good thing as we are not all looking for the same games !
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Hey all! Between the following pinball machines, assuming all in fair-to-good condition, which one would you buy: JOUST SWORDS OF FURY DEMOLITION MAN STARGATE
Well, first thing we have to agree on is money isn't a consideration. If that is the case, then I definately say get the Joust.
I had a Demoman. That game gets old fast. Very easy wizard mode. very limited modes and the left side of the game is wasted -- no points to shoot for. It does have very good multiball modes, but really it isn't a keeper.
Stargate doesn't do a thing for me. I found the game waaaayyyy tooo easy when I did get to play it.
So then it comes down to Joust vs. SoF. Now this is actually an intersting one. I like SoF. Awesome and unique layout. Cool upper playfield with drop targets. Surprising horseshoe shoot and very cool sounds. All in all a classic Sys. 11 and, unfortunately, you don't see them for sale very often BUT....you really don't see Jousts very often and when they do come up they are usually quite pricey. I like the game -- even playing solo, so I would definately recommend it.
Joust is low production numbers and very collectible. If you decide you don't want it down the line, I'm sure you can sell it relatively quickly. Get the Joust!
BTW, if your budget allows it, get the SoF as well
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Funhouse, 1990 Williams 100% shopped and cleaned machine. Working 100%. Call or email for pics and more info. Irena, Phone: (416) 871-4263 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Long sold. I talked to Andre (the owner?) of pinballoutlet.com late last year about that ad. He told me that FH's don't last long, even at the 4k price tag they charge.
What I am saying is there are lots around. If you look at Mr. Pinball there is generally a dozen up for sale worldwide. I personally will drive to the states if I really want a pin. e.g. NGG, TZ and Dr. Dude out of my collection. I don't recall ever seeing a Joust up for sale.
I uphold my statement that the rest can be sought after later.
Now if the question was can you find a Funhouse locally that is inexpensive. Impossible. Anything can be had. If you want to pay premium prices and have it shipped or pick it up at some distance.
OK, I have a choice between a Hyundai Santa Fe, a BMW X3, an older Subaru Outback and a Suzuki Samurai...
ALl depends on the price and WHY you are buying it.
Yes, Joust is rare, cool, blah blah blah, but then again, you have to ensure that you get a SECOND PLAYER to reap all its benefits.
DemoMan: It's a WPC, cool flow but way easy
SoF: Actually a cool sys11 game...not my favorite theme/artwork, but it's decent entertainment.
StarGate: I don't like it...I tried, but i dunno....wierd shots on that one...maybe if I played it more my mind would change, but it's not on my 'top 30'...
All set aside, if the price is, let's say $1500 for each of them, I would say DemoMan for playability and regular 'fun', but if you want something collectible just for the heck of it: Joust.
'nuff said
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Joust 100% for me, they had one at PAPA and I had a blast playing it, I have people over at my place fairly reguarly to play pinball so Joust would be an great addidtion. If I had any money I'd be looking for one.
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However i would be tempted by the SoF if less money was available... 
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