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* Less nostalgic for many older owners who want games they played when much younger.
 
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:At the end of the day, a game is worth '''whatever it's worth to you'''! No one can gauge that for you.  It may not be a good answer to the question in terms of a hard cash value, but it is nonetheless true.
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:At the end of the day, a game is worth '''whatever it's worth to you'''! No one can gauge that for you.  This may not be a good answer to the question in terms of a hard cash value, but it's nonetheless true.

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FAQ - This page is intended as a light hearted, yet useful page to help with questions that seemed to get asked on RGP all the time.

1. Q. What is Michelle Bianchi's phone number?

A. As of 5/16/2010 it was (630)-352-3312

2. Q. OK, then who is Michelle Bianchi?

A. By all accounts, a great gal who works at NAVL and specializes in shipping games.

3. Q. Will a pin fit in a.....

A. Click here for a BIG list of prior responses. :-)

3. What is my (insert pinball game here) worth?

A. You can read this section of the WIki: What_is_a_Pinball_Machine_Worth?. However, be aware it's biased towards modern DMD machines. They have some advantages:
  • Deep 'Rulesets'. These rules can include the ability to stack modes and multiballs together for extra scoring, and ultimate goals such as Wizard Modes.
  • Newer, so more parts are available for repairs (although the situation is improving with reproduction parts for the earlier games).
  • The playing surface can be Diamond Coated or some other form of protective surface.
Disadvantages of the DMD games are:
  • They can be harder to repair, with more complicated electronics and toys.
  • More expensive to buy and maintain.
  • Less nostalgic for many older owners who want games they played when much younger.
At the end of the day, a game is worth whatever it's worth to you! No one can gauge that for you. This may not be a good answer to the question in terms of a hard cash value, but it's nonetheless true.