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  • Submitted: Mar 01 2022 03:32 AM
  • Last Updated: Feb 29 2024 05:51 AM
  • File Size: 20.35MB
  • Views: 31511
  • Downloads: 2,892
  • Author(s): TerryRed
    Brendan Bailey
    SLAMT1LT
  • Permission to MOD?: Yes, with approval

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  • 13 Feb 2024 Download Sonic Pinball Mania (PinEvent V2, FizX 3.3) 1.9

Download Sonic Pinball Mania (PinEvent V2, FizX 3.3) 2.0

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Sonic Pinball Mania (PinEvent V2 - FizX 3.3)
 
Created by TerryRed
 
Version 2.0 (Feb 2024)
 
Download link:
 
https://mega.nz/fold...6pA_WNs0qGTgOtQ
  
 
Get ready for the most EPIC Sonic pinball table ever created... and a pinball game like you've never seen before!
 
This has everything a Sonic fan could want in one table. Green Hill zone scenery, Sonic Loop ramp, animated bumpers, springs, item box, checkpoint, chaos emerald flashers, red star spinner, launch tunnel, rotating goal sign, moving robots, animated characters such as Sonic / Knuckles / Shadow... and even Dr Robotnik and his eggmobile which will follow your ball with it's spotlight... and much more!
 
This table takes full advantage of BAM's latest features with full dynamic lighting and ray cast shadows and shadowmaps to create a stunning visual pinball showcase!
 
What started as a quick BAM mod to update Brendan Bailey's classic Sonic table of 2005 (which was updated by SLAMT1LT in 2014), evolved into a complete overhaul to the entire table. Everything in the table has either been updated or changed, and I've added so many new things (new layout, art, models, lighting, modes, code, fixes, etc) that it's like a new table. Hence... Sonic Pinball Mania.
 

This table has been fully updated with FizX physics for game changing new physics on Future Pinball. FizX uses techniques similar to nFozzy physics on VPX to completely change the physics for the flippers, slings, rubbers, targets, ball behavior and more that allows this table play much more realistically than anyone ever thought was possible on Future Pinball. You will be amazed at the difference!
 
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PinEvent V2
 
This table is also updated to fully support PinEvent V2 features (DOF, PUP SSF, PUP DMD). It has modern PUP DMD display options that can work with all setups. With it's crisp HD text and dazzling videos, it's sure to wow everyone who sees it.
 
 
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I'm really proud of what I pulled off with this table, and I really hope you enjoy it!
 
 
Thanks of course to these awesome contributors:
    
TerryRed - Sonic Pinball Mania
Brendan Bailey (PinWizKid) - created the original Sonic the Hedgehog table in 2005
SLAMT1LT - sounds, music, code, DMD, etc from his Ultimate mod in 2014
Schlabber34 - new pre-rendered insert images
FLEEP - new mechanical sounds
JLou - for FizX and support
All the FP lads at Pinball Nirvanna for ideas, examples, and support
Nailbuster - Pinup Player and SSF support
Ravarcade - for creating the awesome BAM and providing assistance with BAM features
Chris Leathley - creator of Future Pinball
 
 
DISCLAIMER:
 
This table is a work of passion, and is NOT intended for commercial usage or to be included in any part of a commercial sale!
 
 
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For a video preview of the features and all game modes and gameplay, go here:
 
https://youtu.be/QICv4MiGCHU
 
 
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This table is single player only.
 
 
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 Static Camera Views (desktop mode only)
  • during attract mode only, you can press plunger to toggle integrated static desktop camera views
  • if you want to use your own BAM camera settings, or a FP camera view, then you must disable this feature in TABLE OPTIONS in the table script
SONIC BALL
  • right flipper button will toggle between Sonic and Chrome ball texture (only in attract mode). This can be set in TABLE OPTIONS in the table script
Plunger and Action Buttons (digital plunger, special 1, special 2)
  • all buttons/keys will activate Sonic Spin Dash and Magna-Spinner
  • all buttons/keys will act as an autoplunger during gameplay
Second Stage Flippers
  • this table supports second stage flippers for cabinet players with this setup
  • this needs to be enabled in TABLE OPTIONS in the table script
  • ensure that your Second Flippers are setup in FP Control Settings
  • ensure that your Special 1 and Special 2 keys / buttons are NOT the same keys / buttons as Second Flippers! (they are by default)
 
BAM Ray Cast Ball Shadows:
  • this table was created to look best with the new BAM Ray Cast Ball shadows
  • this feature is ENABLED on the table script by default
  • this feature requires a fast video card, and will use much more of your GPU
  • if the table doesn’t run smooth, then your PC may not be fast enough to handle this feature (and you should disable it)
To disable this feature, you MUST “first” disable it in TABLE OPTIONS (in the table script)
 
BAM Menu - Light and Post Processing settings:
  • BAM Lighting and Post Processing settings are set by the table script and will ALWAYS override the user's settings
  • this is required to ensure that all lighting is set correctly at all times
  • on this table, you can make changes to the Ambient and Diffusion Lighting in the table script in TABLE OPTIONS
 
Physics: FizX v3.3


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Game not running smooth? Try the following:
  • run FP in Fullscreen, not Windowed
  • disable RayCast Ball Shadows in TABLE OPTIONS (in table script)
  • disable Reflections options in FP's Video / Rendering settings
  • reduce / disable Antialiasing in FP's Video / Rendering settings
  • disable any SSAO options in BAM plugins menu (disabled by default)
 
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TABLE REQUIREMENTS (very important!)
  • all Visual C Runtime updates
  • DirectX
  • Future Pinball
  • the latest BAM update
  • FuturePinball.exe and FPLoader.exe patched for 4 GB access
  • BAM Settings files installed
  • FizX 1K ball model (for more accurate physics, default.zip in BAM folder)
  • the REQUIRED “Video / Rendering Options” and “Editor Options” in Future Pinball video settings
 
All of the above is included with the latest FP and BAM Essentials AIO package!

Super easy to use for a new install, or just to update your existing install. I recommend everyone install this package to ensure you have the latest required BAM updates.
 

https://www.vpforums...showtopic=51600
 
 
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INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS (REQUIRED)
  • PLEASE read the Install Instructions (included with the table's zip file)
  • it shows you how to check what version of BAM you have installed
  • it shows you how to install all the REQUIRED items above
  • it shows you how to easily setup FP and BAM with the REQUIRED settings
It's super easy, and only takes minutes to do!


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How to run Future Pinball to play the table
  • PLEASE read the Install Instructions (included with the table's zip file) to know how to properly use FP and BAM
 
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PROBLEMS?

Read the Install Instructions included in the table's zip file. It tells you everything you need to know!


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Table MODS
  • please read the Disclaimer in the Install Instructions included with the table
  • please ask me first, as I am still updating this table
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What's New in Version 2.0 (See full changelog)

  • 2.0
  • - updated FizX physics code (includes some fixes) and physics xml settings
  • - removed flipper nudge commands that are no longer needed
  • - updated table to reflect changes in new physics code and settings
  • 1.9
  • - updated table for FizX physics v3.3 (much more efficient with CPU usage)
  • - new Debug options that can be enabled / disabled
  • - new Toggle_Static_Camera option (disables toggling the static view during attract mode with plunger button)
  • - use_RayCast_Shadows can now completely disable ray cast shadows (no need to disable in the BAM menu after)
  • - updated wire ramps
  • - changed Gun Beetle Bots so they don't impede ball movement on ramps (trigger instead of walls)
  • - added new animations for items in Ring Hunt, Tails is Trippin', Bot Bashing (bounce in, float away, etc)
  • Note: this table update requires the new BAM 1.5-373 update (included with my newest FP an BAM Essentials AIO)
  • 1.8
  • - table completely updated for FizX v3.2 physics
  • - MANY fixes for the pupdmd text not showing correctly
  • - updated pup-pack and added new 1 Screen - Windowed option
  • - new rubber between top left bumper and top left rollover lane (ball now falls into bumpers)
  • - new rules changes! when any mode is completed, it can't be played again until Super Sonic is completed
  • - when modes are completed, inserts stay lit until until Super Sonic is completed
  • - drop targets are now dropped during any mode, and restored to their previous state after the mode is done
  • - when all drop targets are hit, they stay down until multiball is over (if MB is completed they stay down)
  • - new Lighting settings in TABLE OPTIONS in the table script
  • 1.7 - FizX v3.0 physics update
  • - updated table for FizX v3.0 physics
  • - replaced spinner with a toy spinner and Wecoc's code (wont get stuck anymore, or stop balls)
  • - new integrated Static Desktop Camera Views (press plunger during attract mode to toggle)
  • - during attract, right flipper now toggles sonic / chrome ball
  • - small fixes
  • - Tail's plane now flies higher (and not partially through the cabinet side walls)
  • - new install instructions
  • - ball rolling sounds changed in table and in pup-pack
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  • 1.6 - FizX physics and Ball Rolling Sound updates and fixes
  • - updated FizX physics code to change how ball ID's are handled to prevent conflicts
  • - updated FizX physics code for more efficient Rubber bounce handling
  • - updated Ball Rolling Sound code to change how ball ID's are tracked to prevent conflicts
  • - removed old PUPRollingUpdateTimer commands that are no longer used (would give an error if PinEvent Settings were forced to be disabled)
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  • 1.5 - New Sonic Spin Dash and Magna-Spinner, FizX v2.0, Big update!
  • - NEW Magna-Spinner feature! Activate Magna-Spinner with checkpoint. Use Plunger/Special to hold ball (for a limited time) and then release to shoot ball in direction of the animated light
  • - NEW Sonic Spin DASH feature! You get Sonic Spin Dash lit up at start of each ball, or by hitting the Checkpoint
  • - to use Sonic Spin Dash, hold down plunger/special (for a limited time) and then release to DASH in direction of animated pointer
  • - new apron lights and art for Sonic Dash and Magna-Spinner
  • - new Camera Control option for multiball and Magna Spinner views
  • - added shadowmaps to flashers and combined additional shadowmaps and decals to one layer
  • - added shadows to sidewall and backwall art
  • - updated table layout and geometry for better ball flow (single DT area and R target), and updated playfield and plastics art
  • - new proper BALL SAVE functions (no more double dipping the Launch Bonus)
  • - when MB is completed (after you get green chaos emerald), you can't lock balls or play MB again until after Super Sonic is cleared, or you start a new game
  • - Ring Hunt, Tails is Tripping, and Bot Bash now start with the ball in the plungerlane (you now have to Bash all 6 bots and collect all Rings yourself)
  • - various other fixes
  • - updated table and physics to FizX v2.0
  • - updated PinEvent V2 Ball Rolling functions: new singular code for both FP and PUP SSF
  • - updated PinEvent V2 PinMechSound code to support new FizX auto ball hit events based on PF materials
  • - removed all triggers and sounds used for ball hit sounds (no longer needed with FizX v2.0)
  • - added more FLEEP mechanical sounds to support new FizX dynamic ball hit events
  • - this allows for amazing new dynamic mechanical and SSF sounds for the entire table!
  • - new FizX code no longer requires flipper Swing Angle to be specified in the FizX Flipper settings!
  • - FizX slingshots, drop targets, rubbers are now set in the FizX General Settings section (not in a FizX Profile)
  • - FizX XML_FPS is now set in its own section
  • - updated FizX Profiles to only change FizX Flipper settings
  • - there are no longer FizX Profiles used for different physics xml settings
  • - any settings needed for a different PHYSICS XML FPS is now set in the FizX FPS settings section
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  • Important! Please Read!
  • - ALL these new updates REQUIRE BAM 1.5-357
  • - patch both FP and BAM for 4 GB access after updating BAM, to be sure they are both patched
  • - FizX v2.0 no longer uses the older 8K Physics Ball! Do not use it with this table!
  • - install the 1K Physics Ball model now! (as default.zip in BAM folder)
  • - if using PUP features, you MUST install the NEW PuP-Pack to use with this table, or PUP features won't work!
  • - if you installed Baller Installer and UPDATED it to the new Jan 2023 update, then you "should" be fully updated and ready for this new table update!
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  • Changelog (v1.4)
  • - updated entire table for the new FizX physics system (adapted from nFozzy techniques on VPX)
  • - added plastics reflective layer
  • - added new GI shadows layer
  • - added second stage flippers option
  • - added speed booster to right wireramp to ensure ball completes loop if hitting bots
  • - fixed Ball Saver not activating when launching a new ball (you can now adjust the time in TABLE OPTIONS)
  • (ChangeLog 1.3)
  • - added option to disable the Shield's SlowMotion (the slow motion made the game unplayable for some users - 5 fps, etc)
  • - updated Install Instructions
  • - added new info relevant to the new version of Baller Installer
  • Changelog (v1.2 - PinEvent V2)
  • - added PinEvent V2 support for PUPDMD, PUPStream, and a new pup-pack with videos / text / overlays / backglass
  • - added lots of new music - new songs played with each new ball, and after each mode is completed
  • - small changes to playfield art
  • - various fixes and tweaks, relocated top most kicker to make the shot a bit easier
  • - fixed Mania Mode blinking (no longer blinks when lock is lit, etc)
  • EVERYONE using PinEvent V2 features (DOF, PUP SSF, PUP DMD) MUST read the new install instructions included in the table's zip file!
  • Changelog (v1.1)
  • - lots of various fixes and changes that should make the game easier and more fun to play
  • - new chrome side rails
  • - Special 1 and Special 2 key / button will now also act as a plunger during gameplay
  • - adjusted spinner settings, added Ravarcade's new spinner code
  • - choas emerald inserts will blink when their respective mode is selected / active (only if it's not already collected)
  • - added new PinEvent V2 automated control and features code
  • - added full DOF and PUP SSF support
  • - added Table Options to disable ball effects for Invincible, Shield, and Sonic Shoes (for slower PC's)
  • - added 10 second ball saver to the start of each mode
  • - added new Tilt Warning Recovery control option
  • - added DF1 physics to upper right flippers, adjusted angle slightly (mid-right flipper can hit Mania Modes easily when ball is cradled)
  • - if Mania Modes is lit when starting multi-ball or before ball drains, it will now be lit again after multi-ball ends and for next ball
  • - changed kicker brake plates to not be set to "Mark as Ornamental"
  • - fix for upper flippers not turning off for tilt
  • - fix goal post not rotating correctly on drain (should show Robotnik)
  • Changelog (v1.0 - first release)
  • - removed older previous updates that are no longer needed (fake flashers, fake surfaces for playfield / plastics / GI ON-OFF, etc)
  • - new G.I. lighting (dynamic lighting - x4 hidden flashers in lower and upper plastics), new drain flasher for accented colour
  • - new spotlight models and spotlight flashers on each slingshot
  • - new BAM lighting and post processing
  • - added all new lighting for flashers, created chaos emerald flasher models and gold ring stands
  • - new 3D model inserts, new pre-rendered insert textures, new bump maps for inserts, disabled glow radius for all inserts
  • - new decals for inserts
  • - new HUD art for all modes and events
  • - new 4K art for playfield, plastics, apron, backglass, side and backwalls, cabinet, targets (the whole table has new art)
  • - added shadowmaps to most G.I lights, added pre-baked shadowmaps (created by BAM) to playfield and plastics textures
  • - optimized shadows and lighting for ray cast ball shadows
  • - added all new FLEEP sounds for all mechanical actions (flippers, bumpers, slings, drain, etc)
  • - added BAM DF1 physics (updated settings in editor to better work with new physics)
  • - updated layout, widened mid-left flipper area, new upper playfield and loop ramp, new wireramps, geometry fixes on entire table
  • - new animated Sonic bumper models and animated Sonic springs for autoplunger and vuks
  • - new plungerlane launch tunnel with sonic ring models, and animated light sequence
  • - new Launch Bonus feature, that gives you a random character bonus
  • - new rotating goal sign that shows your launch bonus character
  • - new Sonic Red Star spinner
  • - new animated Sonic, Knuckles, Shadow, Tails, and Dr Robtonik models
  • - new (Tails) Tornado bi-plane, and fly-by sequence for drained ball
  • - new Dr Robotnik Eggmobile with a flasher spotlight, that follows and tracks the ball everywhere (cool effect)
  • - new Green Hill Zone models for Loop Ramp, grass and rock, trees, totem poles, bridge, and animated sunflowers
  • - new animated Item Box: when hit it awards you items, coins, 1up, and Power Ups
  • - new PowerUp: Sonic shoes - trail effect on ball & extra points / rings for many things
  • - new PowerUp: Shield - shield around ball and slows down speed of entire table
  • - new PowerUp: Invincible - animated effect around ball - can't drain - kickback and all popups activated
  • - new PowerUp: Spinner Bonus 5x
  • - new VR room. models, and textures
  • - new Sonic Ball that can be toggled with Special 1 and 2 keys
  • - updated DMD: displays emeralds, coins, banked, balls, score, mode info and countdowns
  • - new animated Checkpoint - when hit will light Mania Modes
  • - new Mania Modes: Ring Hunt, Magna Blast, Tails is Trippin, Bot Bash
  • - Ring Hunt: collect all Rings, added dozens of new rotating sonic rings to be collected
  • - Magna Blast: avoid Robotnik's yellow Magna Blast beam or ball gets trapped in a few spots
  • - Tails is Trippin: Tails flys by and drops cargo and you need to collect 6 of them
  • - Bot Bash: hit all of Robotniks moving and static robots
  • - added models and animation for cargo boxes, Crab Meat robots, Gun Beetle robots, MotoBug robots
  • - new Super Sonic mode - collect all choas emeralds - defeat Robotnik
  • - new animated Super Sonic model and transformation sequence
  • - added holograms for explosion effects
  • - additional sound effects and music
  • - lots and lots and lots of new code for new content, changes, updates, and fixes
  • A huge amount of work overall...so I'm sure there's lots I've forgotten to include - TerryRed


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TerryRed
Jun 28 2022 11:43 PM

Any idea why I would have a second DMD in the top left corner of the playfield? I have it set to 3 screens. The backglass and FullDMD look correct but there's just an extra DMD covering the corner. Not as familiar with FP tables. Please help

 

Thanks!

 

Read the FAQ of the Install Instructions included with the table. It shows you there how to correct this.

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IamBundy
Aug 23 2022 07:02 PM

Fantastic Table.  THANK YOU!

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TerryRed
Aug 23 2022 07:20 PM

Changelog (v1.4)

  • - updated entire table for the new FizX physics system (adapted from nFozzy techniques on VPX)
  • - added plastics reflective layer
  • - added new GI shadows layer
  • - added second stage flippers option
  • - added speed booster to right wireramp to ensure ball completes loop if hitting bots
  • - fixed Ball Saver not activating when launching a new ball (you can now adjust the time in TABLE OPTIONS)
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TerryRed
Dec 09 2022 04:45 PM
The game has completely changed. Coming soon...

 

 

Can you spot the differences? There are 4 big ones.

 

 

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TerryRed
Dec 10 2022 10:19 PM
Sonic Pinball Mania (PinEvent V2, FizX, Future Pinball - BAM)
 
1.5 update (Spin Dash and Magna-Spinner) - Coming very soon!
 
This video shows some new updates and two cool new features I always wanted to add... and now they are here!
 
One is a new Magna-Spinner toy that will let you trap a ball and choose where it will propel to... without using any flippers! The other is the iconic Sonic Spin Dash that lets you stop the ball anywhere on the playfield, charge up your spin, and DASH the ball in the direction you want!
 
Both these features completely change the gameplay, and also make the dreaded ManiaModes shot MUCH easier! Many other fixes, refinements and changes make this table much more accessible and fun to play and gives you a better chance at becoming Super Sonic!
 
The video has chapters, so you can jump right to the demo of each feature if you want.
 
Coming VERY soon to Future Pinball - BAM!
 
 
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TerryRed
Jan 15 2023 04:27 PM

1.5 - New Sonic Spin Dash and Magna-Spinner, FizX v2.0, Big update!

 

  • - NEW Magna-Spinner feature! Activate Magna-Spinner with checkpoint. Use Plunger/Special to hold ball (for a limited time) and then release to shoot ball in direction of the animated light
  • - NEW Sonic Spin DASH feature! You get Sonic Spin Dash lit up at start of each ball, or by hitting the Checkpoint
  • - to use Sonic Spin Dash, hold down plunger/special (for a limited time) and then release to DASH in direction of animated pointer
  • - new apron lights and art for Sonic Dash and Magna-Spinner
  • - new Camera Control option for multiball and Magna Spinner views
  • - added shadowmaps to flashers and combined additional shadowmaps and decals to one layer
  • - added shadows to sidewall and backwall art
  • - updated table layout and geometry for better ball flow (single DT area and R target), and updated playfield and plastics art
  • - new proper BALL SAVE functions (no more double dipping the Launch Bonus)
  • - when MB is completed (after you get green chaos emerald), you can't lock balls or play MB again until after Super Sonic is cleared, or you start a new game
  • - Ring Hunt, Tails is Tripping, and Bot Bash now start with the ball in the plungerlane (you now have to Bash all 6 bots and collect all Rings yourself)
  • - various other fixes
  • - updated table and physics to FizX v2.0
  • - updated PinEvent V2 Ball Rolling functions: new singular code for both FP and PUP SSF
  • - updated PinEvent V2 PinMechSound code to support new FizX auto ball hit events based on PF materials
  • - removed all triggers and sounds used for ball hit sounds (no longer needed with FizX v2.0)
  • - added more FLEEP mechanical sounds to support new FizX dynamic ball hit events
  • - this allows for amazing new dynamic mechanical and SSF sounds for the entire table!
  • - new FizX code no longer requires flipper Swing Angle to be specified in the FizX Flipper settings!
  • - FizX slingshots, drop targets, rubbers are now set in the FizX General Settings section (not in a FizX Profile)
  • - FizX XML_FPS is now set in its own section
  • - updated FizX Profiles to only change FizX Flipper settings
  • - there are no longer FizX Profiles used for different physics xml settings
  • - any settings needed for a different PHYSICS XML FPS is now set in the FizX FPS settings section

 

Important! Please Read!

 

  • - ALL these new updates REQUIRE BAM 1.5-357
  • - patch both FP and BAM for 4 GB access after updating BAM, to be sure they are both patched
  • - FizX v2.0 no longer uses the older 8K Physics Ball! Do not use it with this table!
  • - install the 1K Physics Ball model now! (as default.zip in BAM folder)
  • - if using PUP features, you MUST install the NEW PuP-Pack to use with this table, or PUP features won't work!
  • - if you installed Baller Installer and UPDATED it to the new Jan 2023 update, then you "should" be fully updated and ready for this new table update!

 

The 1.5 update is available once site Admins approve it

 

 

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RetroGameSpacko
Mar 07 2023 02:59 PM

 thank you Terry for all your commitment and hard work!

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snooper07
Mar 10 2023 11:37 AM

This is my favorite Future Pinball table.  A lot of fun.   It plays and looks great.  Thank you!

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dulansey
Mar 11 2023 11:18 AM

Wow Terry you are simply a genius!!!  Thanks so much!  I have learned so much from you and cannot thank you enough!

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technabob
Apr 12 2023 10:24 PM

Finally got this installed and running, and it's amazing! Great work TerryRed!

 

Any suggestions on eliminating ball stutter on the Sonic ball? I have an RTX 3060 TI card and usually don't have problems with a 4K playfield at 60fps, but the ball in this game seems to stutter a little bit. I've tried turning off antialiasing, but welcome any other suggestions on improving performance.


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