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8.995/10
5 months ago
Bellefonte, PA
Really fun game for what it is. This is an excellent intro game for new pinball players and even though it has an extremely shallow ruleset, the big toy and the relevance it has for scoring never loses its appeal. Going for the most field goals in one game adds a little to the depth of the game for good, not great replay value. This is very fun for parties, short mindless games and always good for a quick couple games when you're feeling like playing without having to think hard.
7.652/10
5 months ago
Pretty simple game, but a good football theme. The kickoff skill shot to set up the ramp shot is great. It's fun to play for football scores instead of pinball score. Adds interesting variety. The multiball play is a little boring unless you get the ramp up, but when you do, the fun meter goes way up! For a data east machine, it's a lot of fun! Not the excitement level of the williams games of the time, but definitely a great game while football is on the tube!
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7.393/10
5 years ago
Brisbane
All my reviews are going to follow a simple formula for those reading.
Number of shots to make - Pro's - Con's - Must Have Mods - What To Look For When Buying
Number of shots - 4 - below average
Pro's:
* Playing for football and pinball points is a blast, even better amongst friends
* Scoring the Extra Point over and over again is fun there is even a high score for it
* The tight playfield makes multiball a challenge
* Locking the right scoop is a tough but rewarding shot
* Skill Shot actually uses skill
Cons:
* There is very little to shoot for with the right flipper
* Scoring football points and multiball are the only things to achieve
* Biggest ramp only available when touchdowns are scored
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Repro Topper if original isn't in place
What To Look For When Buying
* Worn out artwork near flippers
* Main ramp nearly always cracked and/or broken
* Genuine lack of parts seeing only 1492 were made
Number of shots to make - Pro's - Con's - Must Have Mods - What To Look For When Buying
Number of shots - 4 - below average
Pro's:
* Playing for football and pinball points is a blast, even better amongst friends
* Scoring the Extra Point over and over again is fun there is even a high score for it
* The tight playfield makes multiball a challenge
* Locking the right scoop is a tough but rewarding shot
* Skill Shot actually uses skill
Cons:
* There is very little to shoot for with the right flipper
* Scoring football points and multiball are the only things to achieve
* Biggest ramp only available when touchdowns are scored
Must Have Mods: (Note I will not include things like LED's, Color DMD, Invisiglass or Speaker Upgrades unless it's really badly needed)
* Repro Topper if original isn't in place
What To Look For When Buying
* Worn out artwork near flippers
* Main ramp nearly always cracked and/or broken
* Genuine lack of parts seeing only 1492 were made
5.792/10
7 years ago
Not much to look at, even for NFL fans, Monday Night Football actually has an interesting design that utilizes a jump ramp (RFM anyone?) and integrates Football rules into a pin in a clear and sensible manner. It sometimes felt less like a pin and more like a pitch-n-bat, but I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. The rules were simple and obvious - but I'm sure there were some features I didn't get to see on location.
A decent game worth a few plays, not on my wishlist though.
A decent game worth a few plays, not on my wishlist though.
8.611/10
9 years ago
No matter how many times i play this game I Love It !! that multiple goalpost shot is addicting and that one shot on the right to lock the ball can be a pain in the rear end too and when it comes out geez sometimes right down the middle Oh What A Hit.
9.160/10
9 years ago
Monday night football is such an awesome game to play with multiple people. You can play either football points or pinball points adding in a whole new flavor of scoring. The field goal and extra point ramp that pops out of the playfield is sweet. Hitting the bomb ramp is very fulfilling as well. The skill shot is not easy and very satisfying to make. The sounds and call outs take you back to when MNF was on ABC.
The only con is trying to find repair parts. There was less than 1500 made and that was back in '89. Who knows how many are left. Grab one up if you can....the best multiplayer pin in my opinion.
The only con is trying to find repair parts. There was less than 1500 made and that was back in '89. Who knows how many are left. Grab one up if you can....the best multiplayer pin in my opinion.
8.274/10
10 years ago
Alcona, ON
Very fun game to play. It is actually better than I expected. Goal post shot can be tricky and the multi ball is fun. Gameplay can be modified with tons of scoring and timer options. Dual football and traditional point scoring makes games with buddies alot of fun. Rules are easy but there is enough to do on the table to keep you interested. Opening trick shot and raising goal post/ ramp are cool features, especially when the clock is ticking down for you to make the shot. The music is great, lots of sayings and recommended led lights make an awesome looking and playing pin. Solid fun and I can't wait to play it again! Edit: family friends love the game and advised me never to sell so it's a keeper and I don't mind because it is that much fun and a real challenge to play.
7.345/10
10 years ago
I have not played this machine on location yet, but from videos, it looks cool. I love the "touchdown" ramp shot and the funky DE 80s music. Bad news, it suffers from DE "shallow rules" syndrome, but when you forget about it, it's a player's game that's CRIMINALLY underrates!
7.804/10
11 years ago
Fun game, not super deep, but nice for the casual player or football fan. It reminds you of the old Monday night football lineup back in the 70' & 80's so i do like the nostalgic part of it. the goal post shot is fun. a great bang for buck game!
6.962/10
12 years ago
Decent, not great, game. Shooting the goalpost is always fun, and I've played hundreds of games on it (family member owns one). MNF is a timeless theme, especially since Al Michaels and Dan Dierdorf are still active broadcasters. Good overall execution of the football theme.
9.179/10
13 years ago
I love this machine!!! The game play is great. Scores like a pinball machine and a football game at the same time. I the field goal ramp is an unmatched feature. lGreat music and lights. Should easily be in the top 20 pinball machines.
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