VPW Tables

[izzbo]

To set my question up, I have a 3 screen cabinet with a 4k 60hz playfield and HD backbox and dmd at 60hz also. My gpu is a 4060. I do run all monitirs, including the 4k playfield at 1080p as I feel I can get the best off all situations (if want better graphics bump everything to max but if the table id lagging I can reduce the specs). I've been using this cabinet for about 1.5 years.

 

I love the sound and visuals of the VPW tables but find they are extremely bouncy by default. I usually have to spend a fair amount of time tweaking the table to get to feel good. Anyone else run into this? I feel i have to bump my graphics to max in vpx and then tweak from there.

 

I feel I gravitate twords the Bigus1/siggus mods (no dissing these guys as they are my preferred tables), do to the amount of tweaking I need to do to the vpw tables to get rid of the bouncy ball effect as I call it, although the vpw stuff looks and sounds great.

 

Anyone deal with something similar and/or have any suggestions on how I can get the most of the VPW tables?

 

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[bthlonewolf]

Here's my suggestion -- if you think the physics are wrong, take a video and upload it. Seriously. Without a specific example of a table and video to illustrate, it's really not actionable feedback. I do know when tables are being built, the team building the table will typically start with standard nfozzy physics, and then use recorded gameplay video of the actual machines to compare. A lot of time is spent dialing it in. I'm not saying you're wrong or not entitled to an opinion, but what I am saying is that if you want to make actionable feedback, back it up with evidence. It's a great way to contribute back -- no one is feeling dissed or insulted when you do this, and in fact the objective feedback is welcomed.

 

 

[robertms]

13 hours ago, izzbo said:

I love the sound and visuals of the VPW tables but find they are extremely bouncy by default.

 

I'm curious, how often do you play real pinball?

[RabidUrko]

Bouncy ? I beg to differ.

[izzbo]

I've rediscovered my love for pinball in the past 1.5 years so haven't gotten out a ton. I have an older Stern Meteor at home from childhood that my father gifted me a few years back. I'm comparing that as my "real" pinball but its possible the rubbers and mechs are a bit worn. Maybe I'm underestimating how "bouncy" the newer tables are.

 

I've been itching to play some new games so I'll take the advice and check them out. Last time I went to the arcade I was just discovering FX3 and FX so it's been a minute.

 

If anyone else has anything to add (either I'm crazy for thinking it's bouncy or agreeing and maybe having some tips) I'd love to hear it. I'm building out a new 3 screen cabinet now and just love that i can play almost any pinball table i grew up with, newer ones I've heard about, and originals that you guys come up with.

 

I wanted to add that part of the reason I posted is b/c I notice a difference in playability based on the graphic settings. If I set tables to low settings the physics is very different than if I max everything out. On my system the difference is very noticeable as the ball bounces and builds up speed so much quicker on low settings. I think I was also looking for how everybody runs the tables and what settings they tweak, if any.

 

Also I can give some examples if anyone is interested in DMing me or responding. For example, GNR VPW ... I cant hit a ramp to save my life but if I hit an orbit the ball feels as if it's in outer space as it's bouncing around so damn fast I can't even see it. I can fix this by modifying the table and video options to suit me,  but i was curious as everyone had to spend a bit of time modifying the table to suit their preferences or if I'm just too damn picky.

Edited July 17, 2025 by izzbo

[fourbanks]

My view is that the VPW tables are perfect, provided your graphics card is at least 6 GB; at 4 GB, the ball may not run smoothly. I have personally found 

[izzbo]

I have 8 gb vram so I think I'm ok. I'll just have fun and tweak what I need. Thx