Covering top pinball manufacturer, American Pinball.

TEP co-founder Rob Rath and product engineer Nick Neitzel are joining American Pinball as Product Director and Product Designer — the latest in a string of moves under new owner Bryan Vincent. TEP will continue independent operations while becoming a key AP vendor.
Colin Alsheimer

Melvin Williams has been named Creative Director of American Pinball, just over a week after splitting from Dutch Pinball. Here's what it means and why the history is wilder than you'd think.
Colin Alsheimer

American Pinball is getting into the classics business—and they're not just doing straight remakes.
Colin Alsheimer

Ron Lindeman answers questions on the JB Vincent LP acquisition, what's next for product development, and how American Pinball plans to rebuild trust.
Colin Alsheimer

American Pinball and Orbit Games were officially acquired by JB Vincent L.P. Here are all the details we know so far.
Colin Alsheimer

Barry O’s Barbecue Challenge is the Next American Pinball Machine
Colin Alsheimer

It's truly a special time to be in the pinball world right now. Let's take a moment to reflect and celebrate the state of the hobby!
Colin Alsheimer

If you're a fan of pinball, then you know that there are some machines that are just better than the rest. They often have high ratings from fans and collectors alike. Here, we will take a look at the highest-rated machines of all time.
Colin Alsheimer
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There's a lot of exciting news in pinball lately! Big names in the industry have announced new pinball machines coming out in 2026, plus a ton of new pinball machine rumors.
Colin Alsheimer

Despite what you may think, Pinball has never really died. While it is true that Pinball nearly vanished in the 1990s as video gaming were on the upswing, thanks to some determined people, Pinball managed to limp along for a few years before enjoying a resurgence in recent years.
Colin Alsheimer

Pinball machines are making a comeback. No longer relegated to arcades, these games are now finding their way into game rooms across the country. If you're looking to buy a new pinball machine for your game room, then you're in luck! Here is a roundup of the best new machines, you can buy today.
Colin Alsheimer

American Pinball and Aimtron Corporation are proud to announce the addition to our team, Ryan McQuaid as Game Designer for American Pinball.
Jeff Patterson

DEEP DIVE: In Depth Overview of the Machine, Features, Rules, and More!
Jeff Patterson

Hot Wheels pinball is the newest creation from American Pinball and their first licensed theme! Below is an in-depth overview of the machine, and a dive into the features and rules – check it out!
Jeff Patterson

Interview with Joe Schober, pinball machine maker.
Jeff Patterson

Exploring the 2019 pinball landscape.
Jeff Patterson

In Depth Overview of Machine and the Code and the Rules
Jeff Patterson

What can we expect in 2018?
Jeff Patterson

Interview with Joe Balcer, Playfield Designer for Houdini – The Desire to Create
Jeff Patterson

Last week TWIP had the opportunity to visit Chicago and play the Houdini test game that located at Level 257. It is the first game released from American Pinball, and should be shipping very soon. Shall we do a deep dive?? OK, let’s do it!
Jeff Patterson