I think that pretty much encapsulates why I've bought and sold the game twice.
I love the shots . . . I really do but for me I don't want the game to be that complicated and strategic.
That being said Andy I can really understand how it works for you. Having watched your JP video (twice

) you're clearly a very good player who loves the nuances of a deep rule set. I bet you're licking your lips at working out new strategies and ways to approach the game.
I do actually miss the shots and quite enjoy reality gem quest but the moment I have to start attributing gems to certain characters and then start moving them around I lose interest. As for the bingo card on the left hand side I can honestly say that despite owning the game for 5 months in total I still don't know what it does.
There are too many Avengers, too many gems and too many villians for a thicko like me. If they'd kept the layout exactly the same and just made it a Thor or Hulk game without the gems I think it would be a keeper. The tower magnet and upper flipper is a joy as is the panther shot and the fat ramp is just perfect.
Every time I see one I want to play it because if the shots. The angles and geometry of the game are perfect, satisfying and forgiving . . . .it's the software and theme that I struggle with.