Midwest Gaming Classic 2011 - March 26th & 27th

Mathius · 01/19/2011, 02:41 AM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/19/2011, 12:28 AMI'll assume a bootleg copy of Sapphire wouldn't be allowed? Much less risk of loss over a real copy! If you need one (or fifty) let me know

Blue is your man, DHG Hunter.

Btw Blue are you coming???

Duo_R · 01/19/2011, 04:07 AM

hey it would be nice to know who is attending, and perhaps I can edit the first post to keep track. Please reply if you can make it, I am still trying to see if I can make it work.

DragonmasterDan · 01/19/2011, 07:40 AM

Quote from: chany60126 on 01/19/2011, 12:23 AMIn addition to these peops, there was also this guy from Germantown, WI (I can't remember the name of the store) that had turbob games, which is where I got the games that I listed on the first page of this thread. He had great stuff including Dungeon Explorer II and Might Magic 3 which were in the display case (albeit overpriced). But I got great deals on other stuff. I imagine this stuff sold like hotcakes since I got there early on Saturday. I also saw some random turbo games scattered around.

Was he on the far right when you walked in (past Mad Gear LLC)? I think I saw his table but was displeased with his pricing.

There was also a vendor called Trade N Games who had a small amount of product behind the case, but all of it was domestic Turbo stuff.

chany60126 · 01/19/2011, 09:00 AM

Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 01/19/2011, 07:40 AM
Quote from: chany60126 on 01/19/2011, 12:23 AMIn addition to these peops, there was also this guy from Germantown, WI (I can't remember the name of the store) that had turbob games, which is where I got the games that I listed on the first page of this thread. He had great stuff including Dungeon Explorer II and Might Magic 3 which were in the display case (albeit overpriced). But I got great deals on other stuff. I imagine this stuff sold like hotcakes since I got there early on Saturday. I also saw some random turbo games scattered around.
Was he on the far right when you walked in (past Mad Gear LLC)? I think I saw his table but was displeased with his pricing. There was also a vendor called Trade N Games who had a small amount of product behind the case, but all of it was domestic Turbo stuff.

The place that I am referring to was on the right, a little closer to the middle than the far right, facing the opposite wall relative to the entrance by Mad Gear. He only had domestic games, so it could have been that Trade N Games that you speak of. However, most of these were TTI released games which was just what I was looking for. They were all substantially complete except without the box (per hu card games). I vividly recall seeing Bomberman 93, Dead Moon, Exile 2, Gate of Thunder, Lords of Thunder, Vasteel, Somer Assault, Shockman, Samurai Ghost, Bonk 3 CD, Soldier Blade, Neutopia 2, Chase HQ and about a half-dozen common games.

BlueBMW · 01/19/2011, 09:16 AM

Quote from: Mathius on 01/19/2011, 02:41 AMBtw Blue are you coming???

Im still planning on it! Just kind of watching air fares. Ill probably just pull the trigger tonight and be done with it.

DragonmasterDan · 01/19/2011, 12:34 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 01/19/2011, 09:00 AMThe place that I am referring to was on the right, a little closer to the middle than the far right, facing the opposite wall relative to the entrance by Mad Gear. He only had domestic games, so it could have been that Trade N Games that you speak of. However, most of these were TTI released games which was just what I was looking for. They were all substantially complete except without the box (per hu card games). I vividly recall seeing Bomberman 93, Dead Moon, Exile 2, Gate of Thunder, Lords of Thunder, Vasteel, Somer Assault, Shockman, Samurai Ghost, Bonk 3 CD, Soldier Blade, Neutopia 2, Chase HQ and about a half-dozen common games.

The vendor I am referring to had Ghost Manor for 40.00.

DHG Hunter · 01/19/2011, 01:49 PM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/19/2011, 12:28 AMI'll assume a bootleg copy of Sapphire wouldn't be allowed? Much less risk of loss over a real copy! If you need one (or fifty) let me know

Actually, I've done the backup of Sapphire in the past when the price was skyrocketing past $700 per copy. It got to the point where I was scared to simply put the original copy in my system for fear of circular scratches or something, hehe. ;) Now I can play it on a PSP any time I want.

PM me closer to the show and if you still want Sapphire there, I'll set it up for play late Saturday given the opportunity.

Later.

chany60126 · 01/19/2011, 05:52 PM

Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 01/19/2011, 12:34 PM
Quote from: chany60126 on 01/19/2011, 09:00 AMThe place that I am referring to was on the right, a little closer to the middle than the far right, facing the opposite wall relative to the entrance by Mad Gear. He only had domestic games, so it could have been that Trade N Games that you speak of. However, most of these were TTI released games which was just what I was looking for. They were all substantially complete except without the box (per hu card games). I vividly recall seeing Bomberman 93, Dead Moon, Exile 2, Gate of Thunder, Lords of Thunder, Vasteel, Somer Assault, Shockman, Samurai Ghost, Bonk 3 CD, Soldier Blade, Neutopia 2, Chase HQ and about a half-dozen common games.
The vendor I am referring to had Ghost Manor for 40.00.

Ah, I remember that vendor. I was in shock when I saw the price of that game. That was like the only turbo game that he had that I can remember.

I saw a couple of TV Sports games with the cases for $3 next to the vendor that I got my stuff from. I regret not having gotten a couple of these just so that I could use them on the later release hu card games.

DragonmasterDan · 01/19/2011, 06:08 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 01/19/2011, 05:52 PMI saw a couple of TV Sports games with the cases for $3 next to the vendor that I got my stuff from. I regret not having gotten a couple of these just so that I could use them on the later release hu card games.

Yep, the cheap copy of Keith Courage principle I spoke of last week.

esteban · 01/20/2011, 12:48 AM

Quote from: blueraven on 01/18/2011, 02:28 AMI feel sorry for all of you that love that game.

A mountain of meh.

And Keranu,
Quote from: Keranu on 01/17/2011, 10:35 PMLet it be known, JJ & Jeff kicks some serious ass!
Srsly?

What's good about it other than childhood memories of one's first turbo?

Well, without going into a long, detailed post: JJ & Jeff is the bastard child of Wonderboy 1 / Adventure Island, so it appeals to folks who dig those games (like me). I will confess that I thought JJ & Jeff was mediocre back in the day. I've grown more and more fond of it over the past two decades. I like how hectic, crazy and fast the game gets towards the end (requiring twitch reflexes).

Back on topic:

Quote from: guest on 01/17/2011, 12:15 PM
Quote from: esteban on 01/17/2011, 09:23 AMToo bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere.
Look on the bright side - at least it's not in Jersey. *

* - Yes, I'm also trolling.

Jersey = Big Love.

Southern Canada (aka Milwaukee, WI) = Lil Love.

turbogrfxfan · 01/20/2011, 07:01 PM

Quote from: esteban on 01/20/2011, 12:48 AM
Quote from: blueraven on 01/18/2011, 02:28 AMI feel sorry for all of you that love that game.

A mountain of meh.

And Keranu,
Quote from: Keranu on 01/17/2011, 10:35 PMLet it be known, JJ & Jeff kicks some serious ass!
Srsly?

What's good about it other than childhood memories of one's first turbo?
Well, without going into a long, detailed post: JJ & Jeff is the bastard child of Wonderboy 1 / Adventure Island, so it appeals to folks who dig those games (like me). I will confess that I thought JJ & Jeff was mediocre back in the day. I've grown more and more fond of it over the past two decades. I like how hectic, crazy and fast the game gets towards the end (requiring twitch reflexes).

Back on topic:

Quote from: guest on 01/17/2011, 12:15 PM
Quote from: esteban on 01/17/2011, 09:23 AMToo bad the Midwest Gaming Classic is in the Middle of Nowhere.
Look on the bright side - at least it's not in Jersey. *

* - Yes, I'm also trolling.
Jersey = Big Love.

Southern Canada (aka Milwaukee, WI) = Lil Love.

Nice!! esteban............. Much respect. Are ya commin?

BlueBMW · 01/20/2011, 10:20 PM

Whelp, my ticket is paid for, so it looks like I'm committed! See you guys there!

esteban · 01/20/2011, 10:45 PM

Quote from: turbogrfxfan on 01/20/2011, 07:01 PMNice!! esteban............. Much respect. Are ya commin?

I actually wish I was able to go. I have a classic case of "sour grapes".

I love your signature, by the way

turbogrfxfan · 01/23/2011, 09:49 PM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/20/2011, 10:20 PMWhelp, my ticket is paid for, so it looks like I'm committed! See you guys there!

lol theres a ticket how much and how much more at the door. Im prolly just goin sat

Mathius · 01/23/2011, 10:31 PM

Quote from: turbogrfxfan on 01/23/2011, 09:49 PM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/20/2011, 10:20 PMWhelp, my ticket is paid for, so it looks like I'm committed! See you guys there!
lol theres a ticket how much and how much more at the door. Im prolly just goin sat

Follow the link in the first post of this thread, and it should fill you in on the details.

DHG Hunter · 01/25/2011, 12:44 AM

Quote from: turbogrfxfan on 01/23/2011, 09:49 PMlol theres a ticket how much and how much more at the door. Im prolly just goin sat

$20 for Saturday, $10 for Sunday. The online pre-order allows you to get both tickets for a combined $25.

There's even a few packages including some limited edition T's, though none of the T's feature JJ & Jeff, unfortunately...

Later.

JoshTurboTrollX · 01/28/2011, 05:12 PM

tickets purchased, hotel reservations made.

boom.

Mathius · 01/28/2011, 11:29 PM

Ditto. Booked and reserved. Milwaukee here I come!

DHG Hunter · 01/29/2011, 01:21 PM

I'm being told by those in charge of this stuff that the final pre-order dates for tickets and rooms is fast approaching, with just under 2 quick months to go now before the show's 10th anniversary.

As I mentioned before, if you guys are planning on staying both Saturday and Sunday, there is a special rate of $25 for both days only available for those that pre-order. As for the show itself, chances are we won't pre-sale out... While the show does well, we've always struck a good balance between events/exhibits and the number of people at the show. We don't want to pack in as many people as possible and then watch things like lines and bottlenecks reach their breaking point... That's no fun for anybody. However, pre-orders are an important process for everyone since it allows us to immediately invest in upgrades for the show this year rather than waiting until the next show.

What we can sell out of are things like rooms, our upcoming Friday Arcade: Factory to Floor Tour, and the aforementioned T-shirts. I'm being told that our room reservations are already far beyond what they were in '10 which is interesting because more guests stayed at the Sheraton last year than we ever had in a year at the Olympia Resort. I actually did mine this morning because working on the show so much I actually forgot I needed to get a room for me and my guys, hehe. ;) Rates are $89 a night and includes free internet this year, for a total savings of about $30 a night off the regular Sheraton prices.

As for the Arcade: Factory to Floor Tour, I'm not sure how many of you are interested in the arcade and pinball aspect of the show, but this tour will allow our guests a rare look at Stern Pinball's facilities as well as arcade manufacturer Par-Tec, Inc., the guys responsible for making all of those really cool Raw Thrills arcade games like H2Overdrive and the really cool Terminator: Salvation deluxe cabinet. The tour then stops off at GameWorks to eat as well as giving you a chance to free-play any of the two-story arcade's incredible assortment of games for two hours. Finally, the show comes back to the MGC Friday night, likely in time for your pre-show dinner as well as our Friday night tournaments and parties.

This is also a final opportunity for you guys to get one of the limited-edition MGC 10th Anniversary T-shirts. The shirts were designed by a popular local artist and IMHO look really nice! There will only be as many T-shirts printed as there are pre-orders, and the shirts will be available in time for you to pick them up the first day of the show. Shirts are available up to size 3XL, which is unfortunately the size I'm pre-ordering, hehe. ;)

On one final note...

Is anyone here interested in putting on a mini TurboFest this year?

I hadn't visited this forum as much as I once did and I therefore missed a few PM's about doing a TurboFest this year. Now I'm being told that a lot of folks have cooled off to the idea when they didn't hear any word back from me.

If someone is still interested in giving the Turbo some extra love at the show this year, I believe I could give you guys a table next to the Jagfest this year. Jagfest could probably help you guys watch your stuff so you wouldn't have to stay at the table all day, and I could probably get you guys a cover for the systems for some added security. Any interest? Otherwise I do have a pretty good showing for NEC in our Console Arcade, but it wouldn't be "TurboFest," and I'd love to do another one for our 10th anniversary!

Later.

Mathius · 01/29/2011, 07:53 PM

About all I could offer that would be of any real super-mega-ultra OMG L@@K RARE interest would be a Turbo CD/TG-16 unit w/ case, Dracula X, Dungeon Explorer II, etc. Of course I have some just as awesome commons too.

turbogrfxfan · 01/29/2011, 08:21 PM

yeah id bring some games controllers but I dont want to bring my consoles on the plane. I think it would be cool to have a turbo fest. lets see what the other guys wunna do

BlueBMW · 01/29/2011, 09:43 PM

I could probably pack the duo and some games if desired. If it'll fit in my backpack with some clothes etc, it can go

Mathius · 01/29/2011, 10:59 PM

I will be driving so it'll be a bit easier for me to bring up larger loads. That combined with whatever anything these guys can fit onto a plane should make a nice little section. The more the merrier.

bartre · 02/01/2011, 12:59 PM

And I am set to go!
looking forward to it

DHG Hunter · 02/10/2011, 10:43 PM

Hey folks... If you guys are serious about doing a Turbo Fest this year, I need to know in the next week-ish since we're starting to put everything into place. If you're interested in doing something, feel free to e-mail me at jnorman [l[[at]]l] diehardgamer [l[[dot]]l] com.

Later.

DHG Hunter · 02/18/2011, 10:45 PM

I had *a* response on the topic of Turbo Fest, and while I'd like to take the person up on the offer, we really need at least a table's worth of content before doing something. So if anyone else would like to join the Turbo Fest, then I have a table ready in a prime location. Basically, you'll be on a table right outside the door that leads to the entire museum wing, right where we park a rent-a-cop. E-mail me if you're intersted!

Later.

Mathius · 02/18/2011, 11:26 PM

Quote from: DHG Hunter on 02/18/2011, 10:45 PMI had *a* response on the topic of Turbo Fest, and while I'd like to take the person up on the offer, we really need at least a table's worth of content before doing something. So if anyone else would like to join the Turbo Fest, then I have a table ready in a prime location. Basically, you'll be on a table right outside the door that leads to the entire museum wing, right where we park a rent-a-cop. E-mail me if you're intersted!

Later.

Come on guys! We can't have a Classic Gaming Convention without a Turbo section! Think about how ridiculous it would be to have no Turbo love!

chany60126 · 02/18/2011, 11:43 PM

Very well said, Mathius. If I didn't have potential scheduling conflicts for that weekend, I'd totally take charge of the the turbob booth like I did at last year's Video Game Summit in Chicagoland. Hopefully somebody(s) can carry the torch.

BlueBMW · 02/19/2011, 12:03 AM

I'll be somewhat limited in what I can bring but if there's anything I can contribute to help out, let me know guys. I'll be toting a carryon but that's it. If the duo fits, it can ship

turbogrfxfan · 02/20/2011, 05:24 PM

Im only bringin a carry on and some games I wunna trade w some friends on the plane. i def dont want to bring a console. maybe some of my fave games

Mathius · 02/20/2011, 07:03 PM

Quote from: turbogrfxfan on 02/20/2011, 05:24 PMIm only bringin a carry on and some games I wunna trade w some friends on the plane. i def dont want to bring a console. maybe some of my fave games
.

Yeah, yous guys coming in via flying buses are off the hook for putting on a real Turbofest. I might be the only one driving.

BlueBMW · 02/20/2011, 07:54 PM

Quote from: Mathius on 02/20/2011, 07:03 PMYeah, yous guys coming in via flying buses are off the hook for putting on a real Turbofest. I might be the only one driving.

If there are any games you need me to bring let me know

turbogrfxfan · 02/20/2011, 08:29 PM

im going to bring some games i want to trade, for people to try and my ave six and duo r controllers. this is going to be awesmoe!!

Mathius · 02/20/2011, 10:24 PM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 02/20/2011, 07:54 PM
Quote from: Mathius on 02/20/2011, 07:03 PMYeah, yous guys coming in via flying buses are off the hook for putting on a real Turbofest. I might be the only one driving.
If there are any games you need me to bring let me know

I will check out your PCE Daisakusen and let you know. Is it current?

BlueBMW · 02/20/2011, 10:30 PM

I need to update it! Its grossly out of date! I'll work on that tonight and tomorrow night! Although, if anything its grown. I did sell / trade off some of the more crappy PCE titles I had. They're probably not ones you'd want me to bring anyways lol. I'll still work on updating it though.

Mathius · 02/20/2011, 10:46 PM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 02/20/2011, 10:30 PMI need to update it! Its grossly out of date! I'll work on that tonight and tomorrow night! Although, if anything its grown. I did sell / trade off some of the more crappy PCE titles I had. They're probably not ones you'd want me to bring anyways lol. I'll still work on updating it though.

Groovy

DHG Hunter · 02/22/2011, 02:51 PM

FYI, most of the museum announcements will be going up on the site this week. Yesterday was the Underdog Chamber, today is the Versus room, and I'll have announcements for the Console Arcade, Classic Gaming & Computing Museum, and the Jagfest over the next few days. I'm willing to make a TurboFest out of at least two consoles since that's probably all you could fit on a table with two TV's anyway... Any takers? I think Mathius was bringing a CD system, so if anyone wanted to bring a chip-only system you'd probably be set...

Later.

JoshTurboTrollX · 02/22/2011, 03:06 PM

Well, I've got a TurboDuo with a somewhat 'iffy' CD- so that could work for the turboChip system if you need it. I say 'iffy' cause once in a great while it skips or stops playing music. I planned on bringing a few things so I could totally lug along the Duo.

I know its not the full blown turbofest we put out a few years ago, but its something right?

BlueBMW · 02/22/2011, 03:24 PM

Need me to fix it turbostar?

JoshTurboTrollX · 02/22/2011, 03:39 PM

lol, not that I can tell. It only ever happened with Implode, but the last time I booted it up with Ys I&II the intro music skipped twice! It only has happened a few times ever.... so I dunno. If it gets any worse I'll let ya know.

bartre · 02/22/2011, 05:22 PM

I'll be bringing my Turbo/PCE games, should I bring my system or any controllers/multitap?
I've got a duo-r, but i haven't had time to give it the much needed laser swap, so i'm seeing the same problems as turbostar, but more often

turbogrfxfan · 02/22/2011, 10:30 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 01/14/2011, 09:17 AMplease let me know which day works better for everyone (saturday or sunday night)

saturday!!! Ill be on a plane sunday. so will bluebmw, and nect will be driving us

Mathius · 02/25/2011, 12:59 PM

Here is a list of special Guests attending the show:

* Eugene Jarvis
* George Gomez
* Jack "Jersey Jack" Guarnieri
* Dennis Nordman
* Joe Balcer
* Greg Freres
* Keith Johnson
* Roger Sharpe
* Jeri Elsworth
* Ben "BenHeck" Heckendorn
* Josh Sharpe
* Marty Goldberg
* "Trickman" Terry Minnich
* Ken "Sushi X" Williams
* Ralph Baer
* Jim Schelberg
* Lloyd Olson
* The International Game Developers Association, Wisconsin Chapter

I am psyched that Trickman and Sushi X are attending!

JoshTurboTrollX · 02/25/2011, 01:36 PM

Quote from: DHG Hunter on 02/22/2011, 02:51 PMFYI, most of the museum announcements will be going up on the site this week. Yesterday was the Underdog Chamber, today is the Versus room, and I'll have announcements for the Console Arcade, Classic Gaming & Computing Museum, and the Jagfest over the next few days. I'm willing to make a TurboFest out of at least two consoles since that's probably all you could fit on a table with two TV's anyway... Any takers? I think Mathius was bringing a CD system, so if anyone wanted to bring a chip-only system you'd probably be set...

Later.

Hey I just won an auction for a decent projector circa 2000*. I might drag it with for some display stuffs- I have to test it with some retro systems to see how it looks, but damn! Some Turbo Duo on a projector screen would be pretty tits

chany60126 · 02/25/2011, 03:45 PM

Trickman and Sushi X attend the Video Game Summit every year in Chicago as well. They will be back at this year's VGS without fail.

bartre · 02/25/2011, 06:30 PM

mathius, i recognized one of those names, so forgive me if this is some horrid sin, but
who are all those people?

Mathius · 02/25/2011, 10:45 PM

Quote from: bartre on 02/25/2011, 06:30 PMmathius, i recognized one of those names, so forgive me if this is some horrid sin, but
who are all those people?

I didn't recognize many either. I am assuming Ralph Bear (the father of modern video games) is the one you remember. As for Trickman and Sushi-X; they are former writers for Electronic Gaming Monthly magazine. Trickman wrote for the "tips and tricks" section, and Sushi-X was the stealthy game reviews ninja whose specialty was fighting games, particularly Street Fighter II.

guyjin · 02/25/2011, 11:45 PM

the only reason you don't know who Marty Goldberg is, is because Keranu's slackin'.

Mathius · 02/26/2011, 01:13 AM

Quote from: guyjin on 02/25/2011, 11:45 PMthe only reason you don't know who Marty Goldberg is, is because Keranu's slackin'.

Huh???

DHG Hunter · 02/26/2011, 01:22 AM

I posted this on the VGEVO forum a little while ago, but considering you guys are asking about some of the names, here goes:

Eugene Jarvis - The creator of arcade classics like Defender, Robotron 2084, Cruis'n USA, and the founder of the current arcade developer Raw Thrills. More details about his and Raw Thrills' involvement in the show are incoming.
George Gomez - He's responsible for co-developing several classic arcade games and hardware including Tron, Satan's Hollow and Spy Hunter, as well as co-developing the Pinball 2000 platform and the games Batman and The Lord of the Rings among others.
Jack "Jersey Jack" Guarnieri - Veteran pinball distributor and author, he will be at the show I believe Sunday to talk about his new venture, Jersey Jack Pinball, a company that will specialize in producing premium pinball games such as their upcoming Wizard of Oz game.
Dennis Nordman - Veteran pinball designer responsible for co-designing games like Pirates of the Caribbean, Elvira and the Party Monsters, and the upcoming Wizard of Oz.
Joe Balcer - Veteran pinball designer responsible for co-designing games like The Simpson's Party Pinball, Star Wars Trilogy, and the upcoming Wizard of Oz.
Greg Freres - Veteran pinball artists responsible for games like Medieval Madness, Revenge From Mars, and Monster Bash.
Keith Johnson - Responsible for designing the software behind several pinball classics like Revenge From Mars, The Simpson's Party Pinball, and Lord of the Rings.
Roger Sharpe - Veteran pinball designer responsible for co-designing games like Cyclopes and Global Warfare. He's also well known for helping to legalize pinball before the New York City Council based on his play.
Jeri Ellsworth - Famous designer and electronics hacker best known for her "computer on a chip" design for the TV plug & play Commodore 64 controllers. She will unveil her "As Seen on TV" pinball machine at the show as part of the Pinball Wars exhibit in the BenHeck.com Experience room.
Ben "BenHeck" Heckendorn - Famous designer and electronics hacker best known for his portable game systems, controllers, and even an amateur film maker. He will also have his Bill Paxton Pinball as an entry in Pinball Wars exhibit, as well as a first look at his Lost pinball machine and upcoming "Tesla VS Edison".
Josh Sharpe - President of the World Pinball Player Rankings and an extremely good player in his own right.
Marty Goldberg - Programmer and Designer with Legacy Engineering Group, co-founder of the Midwest Gaming Classic, and my co-organizer in the museum wing of the MGC among other things.
"Trickman" Terry Minnich - Hmm... Never heard of him... Odd.
Ken "Sushi X" Williams - Nope... Never heard of this guy either. Gonna have to ask Dan about these bookings... ;) Hehe, I think you'll see these two EGM alumni in the VGEVO room amongst other things if memory serves... ;)
Ralph Baer - "Father of Video Games" best known for, well, creating this whole video game industry with his "Brown Box" game console. His exact involvement with the show will be announced at a later date.
Jim Schelberg - Veteran author, publisher and editor of the venerable PinGame Journal.
Lloyd Olson - Veteran author and owner/operator of one of the oldest arcades in North America, SS Billiards in Hopkins, Minnesota.
The International Game Developers Association, Wisconsin Chapter (IDGA) - The IDGA will once again hold a meeting at the Midwest Gaming Classic which I believe will mirror the open format they held last year. The IDGA's members include several local video game developers including those at Raven Software.

.
...Lot of pinball names, and believe me, in the pinball world a lot of these people are like Miyamoto and Cid Meier. Keep in mind this is an incomplete list and I'm aware of at least a few more speakers and a company or two that is planning on doing something at the show.