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Exploring EMs: Steve Kordek, An Icon of Longevity

Steve Kordek worked in pinball for eight decades. Here, we look back at the games he designed, from Triple Action at Genco to Vagabond, Beat the Clock and Grand Prix at Williams.

Nov 4, 2026

Legacy of the Master: A Steve Ritchie Career Retrospective

We salute the Master of Flow with this career retrospective, highlighting his most celebrated, iconic, and impactful contributions to pinball across multiple generations.

Oct 23, 2026

The History of Video Game-Themed Pinball

Pokémon, Sonic and Fallout weren't pinball's first video game themes. Here, solar_espeon looks back at the ones that came first, from a Space Invaders that looked more like Alien to the Zelda game that became Gladiators.

Oct 16, 2026

Exploring EMs: Ted Zale and New Frontiers for Bally

Ted Zale designed for Bally from 1963 to 1973. Here, we look back at eight of his machines and what each one introduced, from lock-and-release multiball on Star-Jet to the Balligator on Nip-It.

Sep 8, 2026

Remembering Dolly Parton: Her Legacy in Pinball and Beyond

Dolly Parton passed away on August 25 at the age of 80. solar_espeon looks back at the 1979 Bally game that carried her name, the backglass her team sent back for a redraw, and how it plays.

Sep 4, 2026

Exploring EMs: The Legendary Career of Designer Wayne Neyens

Wayne Neyens spent more than 40 years designing for Gottlieb. Here, we look back at some of his most influential ideas and popular designs.

Aug 20, 2026