Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast

Classic Arcade Podcast from the Pacific Northwest

Remember those arcade games you played as a kid? They are still out there. Come with us and we will tell you all about what it is like to find, restore, maintain and play these old games. Interested in acquiring games and starting a collection or just hearing some stories and reminiscing about the arcades and games of the past? This is the podcast you've been looking for.

Episode #53 - Rabid Chameleon

October 31, 2020  /  Brian M.

Be prepared for a good scare as we dive into our MAME of the Episode with Monster Bash. We field a ton of listener feedback, discuss the closing of Grinkers and update you all with what we have been up to for the last two months. Happy Halloween!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Monster Bash Challenge Scores
Brian - 25,600
Brandon - 16,300
Jordan/Ian - 6,800

Monster Bash Challenge Video

Episode #52 - There Is No Button

September 07, 2020  /  Brian M.

This month we spread our wings and fly with the Mama Top classic, Birdiy. After feeding all the chickens, we discuss the new KLOV design and our 'distance from the hobby'. And, as usual, we will update you with what is happening in our gamerooms. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Birdiy Challenge Scores
Ian - 4,580
Brian - 4,500
Brandon - 4,320
Jordan - 1,030

Birdiy Challenge Video

Episode #51 - Pepperoni II

August 03, 2020  /  Brian M.

This episode finds us continuing our MAME of the episode with the game Pepper II. We talk about modern takes on old games, the expense of Tron art, Grinkers memberships and so much more. All this and our ever exciting gameroom updates. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Show Links
Grinkers Membership/Sponsorship Thread on KLOV
Dana’s Dragon’s Lair Restore Thread on KLOV

Pepper II Challenge Scores
Ian - 181650
Brian - 49050
Brandon - 32250
Jordan - 27150

Pepper II Challenge Video

Episode #50 - Touché

July 06, 2020  /  Brian M.

In this episode we play a very odd game, Touche Me. Being our 50th episode, we reflect on how the podcast started, favorite moments and how things have changed for us over the past 5 years. We also talk about cut scenes in games that we like and dislike. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Touche Me Challenge Scores
Brandon - 1130
Ian - 1105
Brian - 334
Jordan - 296

Touche Me Challenge Video

Episode #49 - Whizz

June 01, 2020  /  Brian M.

This episode finds all of us still sheltering in place and playing Philko’s 1989 game, Twin Falcons (aka Whizz). Many topics are discussed including how many games do you turn on at a time, LAZER TALK, repair docs and more. All this and our ongoing saga of our gamerooms. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Twin Falcons Challenge Scores
Ian - 42,300
Brandon - 42,200
Brian - 22,800
Jordan - 5200

Twin Falcons Challenge Videos



Episode #48 - Service Outlet

May 04, 2020  /  Brian M.

This episode finds all of our Rejects sheltering in place and playing Venture Line's 1982 classic, Looping. We touch on games with frustrating controls and give you a glimpse into our quarantined lives with our gameroom updates. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Show Links
Williams cable replacement

Looping Challenge Scores
Ian - 15,280
Jordan - 5,600
Brandon - 4,180
Brian - 4,150

Looping Challenge Video

Episode #47 - Old Milwaukie

April 06, 2020  /  Brian M.

In this episode we come to you from Brandon's arcade Old Milwaukie (aka The Bhole). After a little feedback, we dive straight into some Q*bert's Qubes, talk a little bit about our oldest games and give you our gameroom updates. As a bonus, we have an interview and a little lazer talk with the creator of the Merlin and Arthur boards, Shaun Wood. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Q*bert's Qubes Champion
Brian - 124,844
Brandon - 116386
Ian - 114,695
Jordan - 113,090

Q*bert’s Qubes Challenge Video

Show Notes
LaserCon - Shaun Wood’s website
Dragon’s Lair Project

High score entry screen on Dragon’s Lair thanks to Shaun Wood’s new Merlin ROM.

High score entry screen on Dragon’s Lair thanks to Shaun Wood’s new Merlin ROM.

New Dragon’s Lair high score table.

New Dragon’s Lair high score table.

Episode #46 - Hot Tweezers

March 02, 2020  /  Brian M.

In this episode we revisit the Super Bowl as we play Atari Football as the GotE. We give you our usual round of game room updates and answer all the voicemails. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Atari Football Champion (by coin toss)
Jordan

Atari Football Challenge Video

Episode #45 - Nothing Is Real

February 03, 2020  /  Brian M.

In this episode, we are surrounded by the color vector glow of Quantum. We field an email question, talk about our favorite hobby beverages and talk about what keeps us going in the hobby. All this and our riveting gameroom updates! Enjoy.

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Quantum Challenge Scores
Jordan - 45,020
Brandon - 28,360
Brian - 28,300
Ian - 27,860

Quantum Challenge Video