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Rise to the Challenge: Learn How to Play Jersey Jack’s Avatar: Battle for Pandora Pinball
Explore the alien landscape of Pandora and take down the RDA foundation, responsible for taking away its natural resources. Based on the first two Avatar films directed by James Cameron.
Noah Crable
Making Moves at The Electric Playground: Rob Rath Talks New Hires & Product Announcements
Rob chats new hire news and several new product announcements.
Colin Alsheimer
How a Pinball Newbie Qualified for the Ohio State Championship
From a wide-eyed newbie to a last-minute qualifier at the 2024 IFPA Ohio State Pinball Championship, this is the exciting story of one player’s improbable rise through countless league nights and fierce tournaments.
Matt Owen
Turtle Power: Learn how to play Stern’s 2020 release, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!
Learn how to play Stern’s 2020 release, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!
Noah Crable
IFPA Rookie of the Year Jaden Rich Talks Competitive Pinball Success
Jaden Rich of Louisville, Ohio, has taken the pinball world by storm, earning the prestigious IFPA Rookie of the Year title in his first season of competition. In an exclusive interview, Jaden shares how a birthday tournament with his dad sparked his passion for competitive pinball and more.
Matt Owen
Where to Play Pinball in Pittsburgh: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
Pittsburgh spreads pinball across breweries, bars, and entertainment venues from South Side to the Strip District. Here's where to find machines across the Steel City.
Colin Alsheimer
Another Cunning Development: A Retrospective on the Pro Pinball Series
Read this deep dive into several extremely influential digital pinball releases from the Pro Pinball digital pinball series in the 1990s.
Noah Crable
Number Crunching the Pinball Class of 2024
Analyzing public market data of pinball machine releases in 2024 to get a better read on the pinball landscape.
Colin Alsheimer
First Impressions of Blues Brothers Pinball by Homepin
Dr. John Cosson took delivery of the first Blues Brothers pinball machine off the Homepin line, and put it through its paces.
Dr. John Cosson
It’s Payback Time: Learn to Play the 1991 Classic Pinball Machine, Terminator 2
Learn to Play the 1991 Classic Pinball Machine, Terminator 2 in our detailed tutorial from Noah Crable.
Noah Crable
Visual History: A Story of Pinball Innovation in the Early Solid State Days
A story of pinball innovation in the early solid state days.
Colin Alsheimer
Hands on with Stern's Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye
First impressions of Stern's latest pinball machine release, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in Sydney: Arcades, Bars, and Pubs with Machines
Sydney's pinball scene stretches from dedicated barcades in the inner suburbs to traditional pubs scattered across the metro. Whether you're after a tournament venue or a few flips with a beer, the city has options in every direction.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in Tampa: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
Tampa Bay spreads pinball machines across barcades, craft breweries, and one dedicated arcade museum. Here's where to find them from downtown St. Pete to the beaches and beyond.
Colin Alsheimer
Stern Launches Dungeons & Dragons
Learn about Stern Pinball's newest cornerstone game release, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye
Noah Crable
Where to Play Pinball in Cleveland: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
The Greater Cleveland area offers pinball at dedicated arcades, neighborhood barcades, and breweries along the Cuyahoga River. Machines range from restored classics to the latest releases.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in Detroit: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
Detroit's pinball scene spreads across the metro area, from dedicated arcades with vintage collections to neighborhood breweries with rotating machines.
Colin Alsheimer
The Best Pinball Dolly is a Modified Harbor-Freight Lift Cart
Learn how to build your own version of the best pinball dolly, a modified Harbor Freight hydraulic lift cart using the bimini method.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in Melbourne: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
Melbourne's pinball scene spans dedicated arcades, craft breweries, and entertainment venues from the northern suburbs to the Mornington Peninsula. Here's where to find machines across the metro area.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in Toronto: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
Toronto's pinball scene spans dedicated arcades, barcades, and suburban venues across the Greater Toronto Area. Whether you're chasing high scores or just want a few casual games with drinks, the city delivers.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in Atlanta: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
The Atlanta metro spreads pinball across suburban arcades, craft breweries, and neighborhood bars. Free-play spots and pay-per-game venues serve casual players and tournament regulars alike.
Colin Alsheimer
The Best Places to Buy Pinball Parts Online
Here's a rundown of the top spots that pinball enthusiasts trust for their pinball parts needs.
Colin Alsheimer
Stern Pinball Teases Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye
A few minutes ago, Stern Pinball officially dropped the teaser for their latest cornerstone release, the much rumored Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye.
Colin Alsheimer
Pincinnati 2024: A Cozy Convention in the Birthplace of Pinball
Recapping the awesomeness of the 2024 Pincinnati pinball show and tournament.
Matt Owen
6 Great Pinball FX Tables You Should Try
If you're looking for an extra pinball fix between physical gaming sessions, virtual pinball can be hard to turn down. Here are 6 modern Pinball FX tables we recommend for new or returning players.
Noah Crable
Metallica Remastered: What's New?
Learn the changes to code and gameplay features in Stern's Metallica Remastered pinball machine, released in 2024.
Noah Crable
Announcing the 2024 Pinball Community Awards (aka The TWIPYs)
The Pinball Community Awards (aka The TWIPYs) will return this February.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in Orlando: Arcades and Entertainment Venues with Machines
Orlando's pinball scene extends beyond the theme parks, with dedicated arcades and entertainment venues housing collections ranging from vintage electromechanical machines to the latest releases.
Colin Alsheimer
Homebrew Pinball Machine Heaven at Expo 2024
From Pokemon to Tony Hawk, the homebrew section at Pinball Expo 2024 showcased incredible custom machines that pushed the boundaries of pinball innovation. Check out a few of our favorite creations.
Matt Owen
The Ultimate Roundup of 2024 Pinball Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals
We’ve scoured the web and collected all the pinball-related Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals we could find! Email [email protected] if we’ve missed a deal that should be here, and we’ll do our best to add it in.
Colin Alsheimer
Spooky Pinball Reveals New Evil Dead Pinball Machine
Everything we know about Spooky Pinball's latest release, Evil Dead.
Colin Alsheimer
Mr. Know-It-All’s Guide to Rocky & Bullwinkle Pinball
Learn how to play the obscure early 1990s Data East game, Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends.
Noah Crable
Access Code Granted: Learn How to Play the 1995 Cyberpunk Pinball Classic, Johnny Mnemonic
Learn how to play the 1995 cyberpunk pinball classic, Johnny Mnemonic.
Noah Crable
Creating Memories at Pinball Media Mixer 2.0
Recapping a memorable side-event at Pinball Expo, the Pinball Media Mixer 2.0.
Matt Owen
Where to Play Pinball in Salt Lake City: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
Salt Lake City spreads pinball across basement barcades, craft breweries, and family arcades from downtown to the suburbs. Whether you want cocktails or nearly nickel-priced games, the metro delivers.
Colin Alsheimer
Pinball Expo 2024: 40 Years of Flipping Fun
If you didn't get a chance to go to Pinball Expo this year (or even if you did), read about everything you missed, and why Pinball Expo should be a priority show for 2025.
Matt Owen
Uncanny Danger: Master the Danger Room and Save the Future in Stern’s The Uncanny X-Men Pinball Machine
Learn how to play Stern's 2024 release, The Uncanny X-Men pinball machine.
Noah Crable
Crank it Up: Master the OG Metallica Pinball Before Stage Diving into the Remastered Edition
Learn how to play Stern's 2013 release, Metallica Pinball.
James McFatter
Stern Drops Metallica Remastered
Everything we know about Stern's latest offering, Metallica Remastered.
Noah Crable
Classic Rock: Learn How to Play Jersey Jack’s Elton John Pinball Machine
The flamboyant performances of pop singer Elton John are chronicled in this table, covering over 50 years of his music. Learn how to play the game in our expert tutorial.
Noah Crable
12 Pinball Expo Seminar Sessions We're Excited To See in 2024
12 picks for seminar sessions we're most looking forward to seeing at the 40th edition of Pinball Expo.
Colin Alsheimer
Welcome to Bedrock: Learn how to play Williams’ 1994 release, The Flintstones
The Stone Age town of Bedrock comes to life in this pinball machine loosely based on the 1994 live-action Flintstones movie. Learn how to play the game in our detailed tutorial.
Noah Crable
DPX Launches Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Today, DPX officially launched Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the first game from the sub-brand of Dutch Pinball.
Colin Alsheimer
CLEPin 2024: The Premiere Pinball Convention in Cleveland
Matt Owen
Where to Play Pinball in Vancouver: Arcades, Bars, and Private Clubs with Machines
Vancouver's pinball scene spans downtown sports bars, a dedicated gallery with free-play machines, and private clubs hosting weekly tournaments. Nearby Surrey and New Westminster add family entertainment and rental arcades to the mix.
Colin Alsheimer
Where to Play Pinball in the Inland Empire: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines
The Inland Empire spreads across Riverside and San Bernardino counties with pinball scattered from downtown Riverside west to Claremont and south to Murrieta. Dedicated arcades, a craft brewery, and entertainment venues give players options across the region.
Colin Alsheimer
A Day at Jersey Jack Pinball for the Avatar Launch
Recapping a day spent at Jersey Jack Pinball following the launch of their newest game, Avatar: The Battle for Pandora.
Colin Alsheimer
Australian Pinball: The Hankin Story
Taking a look at the historic Australian pinball manufacturer A Hankin & Co with guest author Stephen Smith, a noted collector and fan of Hankin pinballs.
Stephen Smith