Bowen Kerins

Bowen Kerins is a notable figure in modern pinball, recognized for both his competitive achievements and contributions to game design. A multi-time world champion—winning titles under the PAPA and IFPA banners—Kerins rose to prominence as a player in the 1990s. He balanced this competitive streak with a deep analytical understanding of pinball machines, which led to tutorial videos that remain influential among enthusiasts. His transition to the industry came through roles at Spooky Pinball and Multimorphic, where he served as a rules designer on titles such as Alice Cooper’s Nightmare Castle, Rick and Morty, and Weird Al’s Museum of Natural Hilarity. In these positions, he helped shape game logic and player experience, blending classic pinball mechanics with deeper narrative progression.