Pinball

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.

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.

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.

Stern Launches Dungeons & Dragons

Learn about Stern Pinball's newest cornerstone game release, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pincinnati 2024: A Cozy Convention in the Birthplace of Pinball

Recapping the awesomeness of the 2024 Pincinnati pinball show and tournament.

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.

Metallica Remastered: What's New?

Learn the changes to code and gameplay features in Stern's Metallica Remastered pinball machine, released in 2024.

Announcing the 2024 Pinball Community Awards (aka The TWIPYs)

The Pinball Community Awards (aka The TWIPYs) will return this February.

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.

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.

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 twip@kineticist.co if we’ve missed a deal that should be here, and we’ll do our best to add it in.

Spooky Pinball Reveals New Evil Dead Pinball Machine

Everything we know about Spooky Pinball's latest release, Evil Dead.

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.

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.

Creating Memories at Pinball Media Mixer 2.0

Recapping a memorable side-event at Pinball Expo, the Pinball Media Mixer 2.0.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Stern Drops Metallica Remastered

Everything we know about Stern's latest offering, Metallica Remastered.

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.

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.

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.

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.

CLEPin 2024: The Premiere Pinball Convention in Cleveland

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rescue Mission: Stern Jurassic Park Pinball Tutorial

Learn how to play Stern's 2019 cornerstone release, Jurassic Park.

First Look at JJP’s Avatar: Battle for Pandora

First look at Avatar: The Battle for Pandora, Jersey Jack Pinball's latest game release. Rules, key features, release storylines, and more.

Pinball Preparedness: How to Get Ready for Your Next Tournament

As the summer starts to wrap up and autumn nears, the big season of competitive pinball has begun. Here are some steps to help you get your head in the game before a pinball tournament, whether you're competing locally or battling the best on the pro circuit.

Portable Pins: The Best Pinball Games on Steam Deck

Discover the top pinball games that are perfect for the Steam Deck, offering a mix of realistic simulation and inventive, genre-bending fun. From Zen Studios’ renowned Pinball FX series to indie gems like Yoku's Island Express and Rollers of the Realm, this guide has it all.

Where to Play Pinball in Raleigh-Durham: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines

The Triangle offers pinball across downtown arcade bars, craft beer taprooms, and a dedicated community pinball collective—with machines spanning classic eras to modern releases.

Where to Play Pinball in Charlotte: Arcades, Bars, and Barcades with Machines

Charlotte's pinball scene stretches across the metro, with dedicated arcade bars in the city center and family-friendly museums in surrounding suburbs.

Stern Reveals Uncanny X-Men Pinball

After a week of anticipation, Stern Pinball just announced their newest pinball machine, The Uncanny X-Men. Here's everything we know about the game!

Where to Play Pinball in Montreal: Arcades, Bars, and Private Play Spaces

Montreal's pinball scene spans a dedicated barcade on the Plateau, a family-friendly arcade in NDG, a private rental warehouse in Mile-Ex, and several suburban options in Laval and Brossard.

Avatar Eats the Ball

The latest picture from Jersey Jack's newest game, Avatar.

The Ultimate Roundup of Pinball Manufacturer News [Updated 11.20.24]

Keeping track of pinball manufacturer news and updates so you don't have to.

Where to Play Pinball in Virginia Beach: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines

Virginia Beach proper has limited dedicated pinball, but the broader Hampton Roads region delivers barcades, breweries, and game stores with solid lineups of modern Stern machines and classic titles.