Thanks for the video! I really appreciate the gameplay hints, suggestions, & explanation of the basics of Mando. I’m an OLD newbie to home pinball ownership. First played pinball in an Air Force Base barbershop as a 9 yr old boy; 1965. A nickel per play, a dime for 3 games. It ate my weekly allowance of 25 cents! Like you, I am fortunate to have a Mando in my home. Deadpool on order! Your calm approach to playing the game is to be commended! Those (narrowly) missed ramp shots that drain lightning fast have tested my patience a few times! Came across your video via a Mando search. Now, a new subscriber! - Gramps
Hey Gramps! Thanks for the kind comments! I love mando. It’s still my favorite game in my collection at the moment. I also have a Deadpool and that’s a great game too. I’ll be doing an instructional video on Deadpool soon. Thanks for subscription!
Thanks for this tutorial! It seems to be the only concise one on RUclips. One thing that would help newer players like myself out, especially with the commentary format, is drawing on the screen which lanes you're describing. I heard you talk about center lanes and certain drop targets but with everything going on its hard to follow exactly which lanes/ramps you're referring to. A visual aid would be so cool! Again, thanks for recording this.
Got my first NIB with Mando and your Tutorial was VERY HELPFUL, especially with the backhanded shots. Yes MANDO is a very close shot game… Did not know about the Sneaky Skill Shots! Nice! Enjoyed your video, you went into the game pretty good- Subscribed!
Awesome! Mando is great! I’m glad my rambling video helped! Backhand all day! Thanks for the subscription. Hopefully I can shoot another video soon where I finish the game.
My go to tutorial video. Fantastic! Watched this video before I owned it and was lucky enough to score a Premium before Christmas (have always been a Pro buyer). Now watching again to try and get my head around the game to enjoy it more....just got a Godzilla and Mando didn't get much play, but now I've found myself drawn back to Mando again. To me, it feels like a completely different game to what I usually like.
Thanks for the kind words. Mando has a special place in my heart. I get exactly what you mean about feeling like it’s a completely different game. I agree
@@slipstreampinball awesome! To describe what I like, my collection is very Borg heavy. I'm not a competition player and not a novice, but my scoring is usually low. This game is making me want to learn the rules and not just follow the lit shots every game. Thank you!
The problem you describe around 10:40 might be a common thing for these machines. On the Mandalorian at my local arcade when the ball comes down the left orbit it tends to deflect off the pin above the target bank (or something around that area anyway) which sometimes deflects it right down the middle instead of going straight down to the left flipper. Big pain to catch it, especially seeing as the tilt setting is really tight on that one.
Just picked up my premium. Great video. I've gotten pretty decent with the backhands but still don't have the orbits down. Spot on with your description. This game is all about precision and patience.
definitely and I need to visit a local barcade to try out these new pinball machines before dropping 10k on one for my home game room.@@slipstreampinball
I didn't know that I liked to watch pinball until now lol I'm slightly to young to come from the "go to arcade to play pinball" era. Keep up the great work! maybe ill catch you on twitch sometime.
Thanks! I appreciate the kind words. I spent my teens in the arcade and it was my favorite place to be. I never dreamed I'd have arcade games and pinball machines in my home.
Great video on the gameplay elements. I heard a few audio "pops" during your video and was curious if you had any issues. I have had the premium model for a week and have noticed some pretty jarring audio popping from time to time.
Thanks man. I appreciate it. I didn’t notice any audio pops. Do you mean the loud squelch? Stern replaced the knockers in the game with a high pitched squelch. If that’s not what you’re describing, please let me know where in the video you heard them.
@@slipstreampinball That's what it is... I'm a noob, lol. But I am really enjoying playing and agree the back-hand shots are where it's at. Especially back-handing the foundry for missions and extra balls (I need 'em).
Haha it’s all good! I seem to remember the squelch starting with games around 2010. It’s not as satisfying as the old knocker but I don’t mind it. Keep backhanding and keep that ball under control and you’ll get better!
That’s Stern’s Insider Connect scanner. You can create an account and it will track your scores and achievements in the game. Register at insider.sternpinball.com. I happy to answer any questions you may have.
nice to watch... :) while i just get a Mando PRO home to study it, we're playing same path/tactic, you were 1 shot close to the green/razor wizard, and than seems we all have same prob to advance in the red/encounters levels... PS : as you're a good player, your tilt bob is way too frenzy (lol) ++ ;)
Thanks for the comment. The camera on the lower left makes it look like the game is moving more than it is. Although, admittedly, the tilt could be a little tighter 😃 The encounters are like anything else. You just have to try for it. In this game, I didn’t really shoot for it. I think I always save it for last because it’s the least fun mode in the game.
Home version is the cheapest game Stern makes ( no home Godzilla game) pro is the base modes for arcades, the. The premium (which I have) and then the Limited Edition which sell on the open market for about $16k these days
This is a Pro Model. The premium has 2 flippers in the upper playfield that moves up and down. Plus the premium has another wireform ramp. This on just has the plastic ramps replaced with the 2 of the premium wireforms that you can buy off of pinball life.
Actually these were hand made by a guy on pinside. It’s the best upgrade for the pro model! And yes, this is a pro machine. I thought the original comment was on my Godzilla video
The shots are pretty good. But, with so many of the shots close to the flippers, it can be a bit difficult. I like to use backhand shots a lot on the game. Every shot can be made with both flippers. Go play it on location and see what you think. 😃👍
@@slipstreampinball i wasn't used to listening to a voice over on a pinball video, i felt less connected to you as a player and i couldnt grasp your full experience. i felt like i was missing out on your game
Spike systems suck crap , I did not have problems on that game but jurassic park was cheating me changing the replay scores on games raising them before I won on them and stuck switching that stopped me from the skill shots e.c.t I've played these games for years on location and I know what the game rules are by hart, I got first place on that game you are on, that game was good when I played it!
I like the Spike system. My games are only used in the home so the replay value is a moot point. However, I’ve never seen a replay score increase with Pugh getting a replay. Typically, operators have them increase based on people achieving the required score. Sucks you had a stuck switch!
Thank you for this tutorial. I really appreciate this format of a straightforward explanation of what you are going for and why. Thanks!!!
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the kind words
Thanks for the video! I really appreciate the gameplay hints, suggestions, & explanation of the basics of Mando. I’m an OLD newbie to home pinball ownership. First played pinball in an Air Force Base barbershop as a 9 yr old boy; 1965. A nickel per play, a dime for 3 games. It ate my weekly allowance of 25 cents! Like you, I am fortunate to have a Mando in my home. Deadpool on order! Your calm approach to playing the game is to be commended! Those (narrowly) missed ramp shots that drain lightning fast have tested my patience a few times! Came across your video via a Mando search. Now, a new subscriber! - Gramps
Hey Gramps! Thanks for the kind comments! I love mando. It’s still my favorite game in my collection at the moment. I also have a Deadpool and that’s a great game too. I’ll be doing an instructional video on Deadpool soon. Thanks for subscription!
Thanks for this tutorial! It seems to be the only concise one on RUclips. One thing that would help newer players like myself out, especially with the commentary format, is drawing on the screen which lanes you're describing. I heard you talk about center lanes and certain drop targets but with everything going on its hard to follow exactly which lanes/ramps you're referring to. A visual aid would be so cool! Again, thanks for recording this.
Thank you. And great idea. I’ll see if I can figure out how to do that.
Got my first NIB with Mando and your Tutorial was VERY HELPFUL, especially with the backhanded shots. Yes MANDO is a very close shot game… Did not know about the Sneaky Skill Shots! Nice! Enjoyed your video, you went into the game pretty good- Subscribed!
Awesome! Mando is great! I’m glad my rambling video helped! Backhand all day! Thanks for the subscription. Hopefully I can shoot another video soon where I finish the game.
My go to tutorial video. Fantastic! Watched this video before I owned it and was lucky enough to score a Premium before Christmas (have always been a Pro buyer). Now watching again to try and get my head around the game to enjoy it more....just got a Godzilla and Mando didn't get much play, but now I've found myself drawn back to Mando again. To me, it feels like a completely different game to what I usually like.
Thanks for the kind words. Mando has a special place in my heart. I get exactly what you mean about feeling like it’s a completely different game. I agree
@@slipstreampinball awesome! To describe what I like, my collection is very Borg heavy. I'm not a competition player and not a novice, but my scoring is usually low. This game is making me want to learn the rules and not just follow the lit shots every game. Thank you!
Excellent commentary. Thank you.
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.
The problem you describe around 10:40 might be a common thing for these machines. On the Mandalorian at my local arcade when the ball comes down the left orbit it tends to deflect off the pin above the target bank (or something around that area anyway) which sometimes deflects it right down the middle instead of going straight down to the left flipper. Big pain to catch it, especially seeing as the tilt setting is really tight on that one.
Great video - thanks! Just unboxed and setup my Mando Pro machine. Looking forward to it!
Thanks! I hope you love it as much as I do!
Just picked up my premium. Great video. I've gotten pretty decent with the backhands but still don't have the orbits down. Spot on with your description. This game is all about precision and patience.
Thanks for the kind words and congratulations on you’re premium! It’s a great game
wow this looks like super fun! pinball games have really come a long ways since I played them in arcades in the 1990s!
It is super fun! One of my favorites! Lots of games from the 90s are fun too but they are not as deep as most modern games. Thanks for watching
definitely and I need to visit a local barcade to try out these new pinball machines before dropping 10k on one for my home game room.@@slipstreampinball
Nicely done!
Thanks DJ!
I didn't know that I liked to watch pinball until now lol
I'm slightly to young to come from the "go to arcade to play pinball" era.
Keep up the great work! maybe ill catch you on twitch sometime.
Thanks! I appreciate the kind words. I spent my teens in the arcade and it was my favorite place to be. I never dreamed I'd have arcade games and pinball machines in my home.
The "Go to the arcade to play pinball" Era is right now! Pinball is expierancing a huge resurgence! Check the pinball map to find games near you.
@@slowbar1 I wish it was the same but it just isn't. Doesn't feel as genuine anymore.
Great video on the gameplay elements. I heard a few audio "pops" during your video and was curious if you had any issues. I have had the premium model for a week and have noticed some pretty jarring audio popping from time to time.
Thanks man. I appreciate it. I didn’t notice any audio pops. Do you mean the loud squelch? Stern replaced the knockers in the game with a high pitched squelch. If that’s not what you’re describing, please let me know where in the video you heard them.
@@slipstreampinball That's what it is... I'm a noob, lol. But I am really enjoying playing and agree the back-hand shots are where it's at. Especially back-handing the foundry for missions and extra balls (I need 'em).
Haha it’s all good! I seem to remember the squelch starting with games around 2010. It’s not as satisfying as the old knocker but I don’t mind it. Keep backhanding and keep that ball under control and you’ll get better!
I'm getting this for Christmas, very excited. Do you really enjoy this machine? Thanks
Congratulations! Yeah, it’s an awesome game. Are you getting the Pro or premium?
@Slipstream Pinball the pro but it has a bunch of mods on it so very excited and near mint out of box for 6800
I think you’ll be very happy with it. One of the best pins ever made IMHO.
@@slipstreampinball it has that code scan thing in the lower right. How do I use that? Guess I have some homework
That’s Stern’s Insider Connect scanner. You can create an account and it will track your scores and achievements in the game. Register at insider.sternpinball.com. I happy to answer any questions you may have.
nice to watch... :)
while i just get a Mando PRO home to study it, we're playing same path/tactic, you were 1 shot close to the green/razor wizard, and than seems we all have same prob to advance in the red/encounters levels...
PS : as you're a good player, your tilt bob is way too frenzy (lol)
++ ;)
Thanks for the comment. The camera on the lower left makes it look like the game is moving more than it is. Although, admittedly, the tilt could be a little tighter 😃
The encounters are like anything else. You just have to try for it. In this game, I didn’t really shoot for it. I think I always save it for last because it’s the least fun mode in the game.
How much is this machine to own?
This one is $10k. However, you can get the Pro model for $7k
@@slipstreampinball i would think something called "pro" would be the more expensive one. Thanks!
Home version is the cheapest game Stern makes ( no home Godzilla game) pro is the base modes for arcades, the. The premium (which I have) and then the Limited Edition which sell on the open market for about $16k these days
This is a Pro Model. The premium has 2 flippers in the upper playfield that moves up and down. Plus the premium has another wireform ramp.
This on just has the plastic ramps replaced with the 2 of the premium wireforms that you can buy off of pinball life.
Actually these were hand made by a guy on pinside. It’s the best upgrade for the pro model!
And yes, this is a pro machine. I thought the original comment was on my Godzilla video
Thinking of getting this pin, thoughts? Looks fun but m scared of it being a brick fest.
The shots are pretty good. But, with so many of the shots close to the flippers, it can be a bit difficult. I like to use backhand shots a lot on the game. Every shot can be made with both flippers. Go play it on location and see what you think. 😃👍
@@slipstreampinball thanks for the reply mate. Loved your video
@nathanmaber1276 thanks! I really appreciate the kind words
are you doing a voice over because in the video your not talking
Yes. Most of my videos I talk when I play. I wanted to try something different. What do you think?
@@slipstreampinball i wasn't used to listening to a voice over on a pinball video, i felt less connected to you as a player and i couldnt grasp your full experience. i felt like i was missing out on your game
Good to know. I get what you mean. My Godzilla video has a lot more personality to it. I’m talking during that game
@@slipstreampinball after having the mandalorian for a year now, how do you feel about it? worth a buy or worth buying on sale?
I love the game still. However, it’s the second oldest in my collection so it gets less play because I’m always playing the new hotness ha
This is a Pro Model.
Spike systems suck crap , I did not have problems on that game but jurassic park was cheating me changing the replay scores on games raising them before I won on them and stuck switching that stopped me from the skill shots e.c.t I've played these games for years on location and I know what the game rules are by hart, I got first place on that game you are on, that game was good when I played it!
I like the Spike system. My games are only used in the home so the replay value is a moot point. However, I’ve never seen a replay score increase with Pugh getting a replay. Typically, operators have them increase based on people achieving the required score. Sucks you had a stuck switch!