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Are we living in the golden age of pinball right now? In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest questions in the pinball hobby: is modern pinball better than ever, or are we just caught up in the moment? I also talk about how my own perspective might be shaped by when I entered the hobby. I got into pinball around 5–6 years ago, so the era of modern Stern, Jersey Jack Pinball, Chicago Gaming, Spooky Pinball, American Pinball, and all of these new releases has been my “normal.” But for veteran players who grew up on EMs, solid-state games, or the classic Bally/Williams era, the golden age of pinball might mean something completely different. We discuss the moving scale of nostalgia, why every generation of players may see “their era” as the best, and whether some longtime pinball fans have evolved with modern pinball — or if modern rules, deeper code, LCD screens, licensed themes, and complex modes have changed the hobby too much for some players. From classic pinball machines to today's feature-packed games, we ask the big question: are we actually in the golden age of pinball… or will we only realize it years from now? Drop a comment and let me know: what do YOU think is the true golden age of pinball? Looking to Buy a New or Used Pinball Machine? Check out Flip N' Out Pinball: https://www.flipnoutpinball.com/ LEAVE ME A VOICEMAIL, and I might play it on the show! https://www.speakpipe.com/RetroRalphVM Looking for more Pinball Content? Check out my pinball podcast, “The Flipside Podcast.” Video Version of the Podcast can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlipsideRetroRalph Want to listen to the podcast instead? Here are links to Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify Link To Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/62ZF6rZGos5tFI77MaznZY Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flipside-pinball-podcast/id1753621594 Subscribe to The Flipside Podcast so you don't miss an episode! https://rb.gy/uqi2an [RETRO RALPH MERCHANDISE AND CONTACT INFO] Get your Retro Ralph Merch Here: https://bit.ly/2YS5ukX Follow Retro Ralph on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39mdqzy Follow Retro Ralph On Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fU1Dew If you would like me to do a video review of your product or for other business inquiries, send me an email: retroralph1980@gmail.com #Pinball #ModernPinball #SternPinball

Send us Fan MailWe just had to sit down and record a brand-new Pinball Roundtable. Join Jamie, Cale, and Retro Ralph as they dive deep into the news, events, and rumors shaking up the pinball world right now.In this episode, the team raves about the incredible action from this past weekend's Pinball World Championship before shifting gears to the major reveals at the Northwest Pinball and Arcade Show. We talk about the brand-new Transformers topper reveal and address the massive elephant in the room: the non-transforming Optimus Prime on the show floor. What did the team really think about it?Plus, we look ahead at what's coming next: Is Sonic about to completely take over the pinball conversation? When can we expect a launch? We also break down an awesome Spooky customer service story involving a Domino's Pinball machine and Jamie shares an exclusive Barrels of Fun (BOF) update fresh from his lunch with David van Es. Finally, we lay out our predictions for the next massive wave of pinball rumors for the remainder of 2026.Pull up a stool, grab a drink, and let's talk pinball!Also check out the Pinball Ranker:  https://pinballranker.comEnjoyed the episode? Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to the JBS Show, and ring the bell

There's a strong sense of déjà vu this month as three familiar pinball titles return in new forms, as Jonathan and Martin reveal in the latest May 2026 edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast.It was fifteen years ago that Stern Pinball released their first Transformers-based title, but the Autobots and Decepticons have returned in the new Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye game. Martin got the opportunity to play it at a trade event in London and to also talk to Gary Stern and John Buscaglia from Stern Pinball, as the company looks to cut prices and boost sales through changes to their European distribution arrangements.From one cartoon series to another, as Wonderland Amusement bring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles back to pinball with the opening of preorders for their World of TMNT: Battle in the Sewer. There are two versions available and discounts for buyers of the company's first release, along with news of game features and estimated shipping dates.The third title making a return comes from Pedretti Gaming as they confirm Tales of the Arabian Nights as their next remake game. There's also news of another remake title they were developing before that particular project ran into problems.Martin also visited the first Austrian Pinball Festival where, besides hosting a prize quiz, he also recorded talks given by Harry Potter designer, Eric Meunier, Hexa Pinball's Alice Lemoine, and homebrew evangelists Aaron Davis of FAST Pinball and Brian Savage of Mission Pinball Framework fame. Find out where you can see them.Eric also took time out from the show to share his favourite go-to recipe, which he shares with us in the latest edition of What's Cooking? with…May was also the month for the Licensing Expo show in Las Vegas, where representatives from several pinball companies could be found exploring potential new game themes.There's also a look ahead to the impending launch of the new game from Steve Ritchie at Jersey Jack Pinball and where you might get to play it, plus more pinball production updates from American and Dutch Pinball amongst others.So, catch this and much, much more in the May 2026 edition of the Pinball Magazine and Pinball News Pinball Industry News PINcast. Download or stream it right now from your favourite podcast supplier.You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above. Also, don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.As you can see, there's a lot happening now and even more excitement coming up shortly, so join Jonathan and Martin each month to ensure you're fully up-to-date with what's happening now and what to expect soon in the pinball world.After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Send us Fan MailThis week, the silverball legends align as we welcome a true titan of the industry: the one and only Christopher Franchi. Known for his iconic work on titles like Guardians of the Galaxy, Munsters, Evil Dead, Beetlejuice and Beatles, Franchi joins the crew to pull back the curtain on the world of pinball and the future of the hobby.Join Retro Ralph, Cale Hernandez, and Jamie Burchell as they dive deep into the hottest topics and most controversial rumors currently shaking the pinball world.In This Episode:The Art of the Game: Christopher Franchi discusses his creative process and what it takes to bring a modern machine to life.The AI Debate: A candid discussion on the use of AI in pinball art and design. Is it a tool for progress or a threat to the craft?Beetlejuice vs. Evil Dead: Breaking down the aesthetics and hype. Which spooky IP reigns supreme in the pinball realm?Jump! Van Halen is Happening: The boys discuss the latest news surrounding the long-awaited Van Halen pinball machine.Stern Rumor Mill: We're looking into the crystal ball at upcoming Stern Pinball release titles. What's next from the factory in Elk Grove Village?...and much, much more!Connect With Us:If you enjoyed the show, make sure to Subscribe, hit the Notification Bell, and drop a comment below: Which rumored Stern title are you most excited for? #Pinball 

After all the excitement of new game launches last month, things were a little more sedate in April. So, join Jonathan and Martin as they take a gentle stroll through the events from the pinball world in the latest Pinball Industry News PINcast.It's been thirteen years since music and sound maestro Chris Granner created an audio package for a new pinball, but now he's back to work on Turner Pinball's latest Yukon Yeti game alongside Adam Grubman.Although not an entirely new game, Cardona Pinball have released their 2.0 upgrade kit for the classic Fish Tales machine. Ultimate Fishing Challenge adds new rules, backbox and playfield LCD panels, new sounds, new displays and new translite art.Stern Pinball's latest sponsorship is no joke. In fact it's a whole weekend of them, as the company sends a team to Florida's Key West for the Q-West2 comedy festival where they are a ‘lifestyle sponsor'. A local bar was populated with Stern's latest games and high score tournaments held on Insider Connected along with a unique achievement badge for players.While it never made it to the Texas Pinball Festival, Hexa Pinball have been touring their new The Three Musketeers around European shows as well as in the US. Find out where you can catch it next.Jersey Jack Pinball have teamed up with the Broadway staging of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child where movie actor Tom Felton is reprising his role of Draco Malfoy. There's a special Harry Potter game backstage for the cast to play, as Felton discovers in a new promo video.The Jersey Jack team have also been giving details of their upcoming games in a panel seminar at the Pintastic New England show. Find out what Steve Ritchie and Mark Seiden revealed.There are also details of Wonderland Amusement's second title, a software update to their first, and your opportunity to grab a custom Monster League Hockey player jersey.Catch this and much, much more in the April 2026 edition of the Pinball Magazine and Pinball News Pinball Industry News PINcast. Download or stream it right now from your favourite podcast supplier.You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above. Also, don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.There will be lots more new games launching shortly, so make sure you join Jonathan and Martin each month to ensure you're fully up-to-date with what's happening and what's coming up in the pinball world.After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Send us Fan MailArcades Across America - The Growth of Quarter Drop ArcadeCoe and Jamie are back! Jamie travels (virtually!) to Cottage Grove, Oregon, to catch up with Coe, the mastermind behind Quarter Drop Arcade. It's been a season of massive growth, and Coe is pulling back the curtain on what it takes to run a thriving modern arcade.In This Episode:The State of the Arcade: Coe shares an update on the expansion and the community vibes in Cottage Grove.The Lineup: We do a deep dive into the current roster of pinball and arcade cabinets."Bolted to the Floor": Find out which machines have earned a permanent spot in the collection and aren't going anywhere.The Earnings Report: Borrowing a page from the Electric Bat Arcade's playbook, Coe reveals the cold, hard data. You might be surprised by what's currently the number one earner at Quarter Drop!Please check out www.quarterdroparcade.com

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the ultimate deep dive into the whispers and wonders of our favorite hobby, Pinball. This is the official rumor episode of The Pinball Roundtable.Pull up a stool and grab a drink as the trio, Cale Hernandez, Jamie Burchell, and Retro Ralph, reconvene for a high-stakes session of "what if" and "what's next." In this special rumor-focused edition, the guys are looking behind the curtain of the entire pinball industry.We break down Spooky Pinball's Beetlejuice. From the "Spooky Speak" voice interaction to the ball-eating Sandworm, does this machine live up to hype?Gotta Catch ‘Em All (at Stern): We discuss the massive arrival of Stern Pinball's Pokémon. Around the Horn: No manufacturer is safe! We go around the circuit to check the pulse of Jersey Jack, American Pinball and Barrels of Fun.The Rumor Mill: Stern's next 5 pins, JJP and a music pin, and much more.  Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join the conversation in the comments!#PinballRoundtable #SternPinball #PokemonPinball #SpookyPinball #Beetlejuice #PinballRumors #ArcadeLife #electircbatarcade #retroralph 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the JBS Show, Jamie sits down with the dynamic duo behind the Pinball Pursuit channel, Cameron and JayneAnn!Whether you're a seasoned pro or just love the sound of a flipper hitting a steel ball, this deep dive into the world of pinball has something for everyone. We're talking origin stories, the grind of content creation, and where the hobby is headed next.Don't miss a beat from Cameron and JayneAnn! Follow them for more silver ball action:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PinballPursuitSocials & Podcasts: Search "Pinball Pursuit" wherever you get your fix!Enjoyed the episode? Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to the JBS Show, and ring the bell

March is often the time for new game announcements, and this year certainly didn't disappoint with of two new reveals, one updated classic and one upcoming reimagined game, all discussed by Jonathan and Martin in the March 2026 Pinball Industry News PINcast.Turner Pinball made a surprise reveal of their third title, Yukon Yeti, just ahead of the Texas Pinball Festival and brought two machines along for visitors to play.  This follow-up by Dennis Nordman to his classic Whitewater game has striking similarities, but adds more shots, deeper rules and a novel ball climber lock mechanism.Although their machines didn't clear US customs in time to appear at the Texas show, Hexa Pinball launched their second title, The 3 Musketeers, with a reveal at an art gallery in France.  Although no gameplay videos have been released yet, the game will be available to play at selected upcoming shows in the US.The newly relaunched American Pinball are hard at work producing a run of 100 re-artworked Houdini machines commemorating the 100 years since the master illusionist's death, while also developing their first in a series of Williams/Bally reimagined titles, which was announced to be Cirqus Voltaire.  Find out what more they had to reveal and how the free prize draw for one of the Houdini machines ended up with two being given away.After last month launch, Stern Pinball's new Pokémon game made its way to Texas for its first show appearance in Pro and Premium forms, while the design team made a presentation about how the new title was created.While Jonathan and Martin were in Texas, they took time out to visit the factories of Barrels of Fun and Multimorphic and talk to David van Es and Gerry Stellenberg.  Gerry is also the guest in the latest edition of What's Cooking? With... where he shares his favourite dish and also talks more about the pinball business and the latest developments at Multimorphic.The Texas Pinball Festival features in much of March's pinball industry news, so there are updates on Monster League Hockey, Jersey Jack Pinball's Harry Potter, Winchester Mystery House and Dune, as well as Wonderland Amusements' second title, the end of Predator sales, and a catch up on the latest developments in the Deeproot court case.Catch this and much, much more in the March 2026 edition of the Pinball Magazine and Pinball News Pinball Industry News PINcast. Download or stream it right now from your favourite podcast supplier.You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above.  Also, don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.There will be lots more news and interviews coming up throughout the year, so make sure you join Jonathan and Martin each month to ensure you're fully up-to-date with what's happening in the pinball world.After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.www.pinball-mahazine.comwww.pinbalnews.com

Send us Fan MailRalph and Jamie were live from the Texas Pinball Festival with Cale live from Tempe, AZ.  We discuss all things TPF with the new release of Turner Pinball's - Yukon Yeti and American Pinball's new art on Houdini.  We discuss Barrel's of Fun, Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack and Spooky Pinball, as well as the bad luck with customs for Hexa Pinball.  Multiple guests stop by and join the roundtable as well.  

Send a textIn this episode of the JBS Show, Jamie is joined by Josh Roop, one-half of the powerhouse duo behind Loser Kid Pinball.Here is what's on the menu: Josh and Jamie swap classic video game stories, a deep dive into their relationships with manufacturers and what really happens behind the scenes and we're looking into the crystal ball at the most anticipated titles hitting the floor in 2026.  Check out the full interview, and don't forget to like and subscribe!Follow Josh on Loser Kid Pinball on all of the socials, YouTube and wherever you download your podcasts.

Send a textJamie Burchell joins Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez for a wide-ranging, honest discussion about some of the biggest conversations happening in pinball right now.We break down Pokémon pinball and talk about what media day was really like, the vibe at Stern, the energy in the room, and whether this release feels like Stern getting some of their mojo back. Does Pokémon put Stern back on top? Is this the reset moment they needed heading into this year?We also take a hard look at American Pinball. Should they consider a rebrand? What exactly does “reimagined classics” mean? And what's going on with the new logo?The TWIPYs get unpacked as well. What happened with the viewership? Why did it feel so quiet compared to the voting turnout?Plus we discuss YouTube monetization, the business side of content creation, hobby drama, and what we see coming next.If you enjoy thoughtful, unfiltered pinball conversations, this is an episode you don't want to miss.Like, subscribe, and join the conversation.

The first month of 2026 certainly brought us plenty of excitement in the pinball world, even though we didn't get any of the eagerly anticipated new game launches. So, join Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News as they bring you all the details in the January 2026 edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast.After many months of inactivity, American Pinball jumped into the spotlight as the business was sold by previous owners, Aimtron. The new owner has been sharing his plans for the company with an ambitious production schedule and the need to rebuild trust in the brand.Those production plans took shape a few days later when a licensing deal with Planetary Pinball saw American Pinball secure the rights to build ‘re-imagined' versions of seven classic Williams/Bally titles. Find out when we might get to see the first of those.Stern Pinball traditionally launches their first ‘cornerstone' title of the year in early January so they can promote it at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Not this year though, as the game has been pushed back until at least February, with the Texas Pinball Festival in mid-March saying they will showcase the first publicly-available games.With no new Stern game to show and the company's current title, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire, not available in Europe, London's EAG Expo show needed something to lift the spirits of pinball fans. So, Jonathan and Martin sat down with Gary Stern and John Buscaglia to talk about Stern Pinball's plans, the state of the licensing business, how they plan to expand European sales, and much more, including a couple of their favourite recipes.Meanwhile, Jersey Jack Pinball have launched a new 3D Game Viewer tool to let you explore the Harry Potter Collectors Edition game close up and from every angle. You can even use Augmented Reality to see how one look in your home or gameroom.There are big changes taking place in Halifax, Nova Scotia, as Classic Playfield Reproductions downsize their business following the retirement of their President and co-founder. A month-long clearance sale has launched on their website too.To find out more, Jonathan and Martin interview co-founder and new President, Kevin Wayte, to explore the past two decades' rollercoaster ride of reproducing playfields, backglasses and plastic sets, and discover the plans for CPR's future.There's also news of new team members at Pedretti Gaming, the end of Predator sales, delivery plans for Alice Goes To Wonderland games, where you'll be able to see Hexa Pinball's new The Three Musketeers, a new tutorial video and software development kit from Multimorphic, plus details of what's going to be available at the upcoming Pinball at the Beach show in Florida.Get all this and so much more in the latest packed January 2026 edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast.Download or stream it right now from your favourite podcast supplier. You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct here from Spotify, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.There are lots of new game launches and exciting pinball shows coming up in 2026, so make sure you join Jonathan and Martin each month to ensure you're fully up-to-date with what's happening in the pinball world.After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Send us a textJamie Burchell joins Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez for a lengthy discussion about Pinball Rumors of 2026, a look back at 2025, Industry Drama and much more.  Don't miss this one and don't forget to like, subscribe, and join us as the Pinball Roundtable delivers another great episode.

Send us a textIn this episode of the JBS Show, Jamie sits down again with Nashville's own Melissa Lummus - Mel Plays Pinball.  They share their love for Reality TV and of course Pinball.  Mel and Jamie also pick their top 3 pinball machines of 2025 and look forward to the upcoming great titles of 2026.  Check out the full interview, and don't forget to like and subscribe!

Want to Support the Show? Visit Our Patreon at www.patreon.com/silverballchronicles  or pick up a tee shirt at https://silverballswag.com/collections/silverball-chronicles   Last time we spoke about where JJP came from and the rise of Jack Guarneri in Ep 44. When we left JJP they were having financial troubles or 'needed recapitalization to get off the preorder model'.  Enter the investors with the Abass family. Let's talk changing business models, saying 'Brent' Abass instead of Brett Abass a few times (oops), changing artist and creating masterpieces, taking stuff out of games, amazing themes, criminally underrated games and the license to rule them all!   Sources: Jersey Jack Pinball. Here and Here. Jersey Jack Pinball Podcast Ep 1 – Brent Abass 2025, Dirty Pool Pinball Podcast Ep 16. Here 2011, Pinball News. New Pinball Manufacturer. Here 2013, Huffington Post. Jersey Jack Pinball CEO Explains How He's Making The Beloved Arcade Game Cool Again. Here 2013. Pinside. Early Review of Wizard of Oz. Here 2015, Pinball News – Jersey Jack  Pinball Gets New Investors. Here 2017, Modern Magazine. Nature and Nurture by Beth Dunlop. Here Brent Abess LinkedIn. Here Jersey Jack Pinball Game List. Here 2013, Slate Magazine. Can This Man Save Pinball? Here

As we bid a warm welcome to 2026, there's plenty to look back on in the pinball industry throughout the final month of last year. So, Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News are here to bring you all the details in the December 2025 edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast.The recent slew of new game announcements has been quickly followed up by the release of numerous accessories. From toppers to shooter rods, from lighting kits to backglasses, there has never been a wider choice of add-ons available.The start of the year marked the fifteenth anniversary of Jack Gaurnieri's launch of Jersey Jack Pinball. There have been many changes to both the company and the wider industry over the past decade-and-a-half, so Jack joins Jonathan and Martin to look back to the start of the company and how it compares now.At the start of 2011 there was only one company actively manufacturing pinballs. Fifteen years later there are more than fifteen companies, with more poised to show their hands in 2026. Some upcoming titles are common knowledge, while others are still mere speculation. To start the year, Jonathan and Martin run down the known knowns and the known unknowns coming up over the next twelve months.Then there are the results of the latest free game sweepstakes from Stern and Jersey Jack, production updates and order closing dates for games and accessories, a new collaboration for Pedretti Gaming, a rebrand for American Pinball together with the promise of new games soon, and lots of new code for titles new and old.Catch all this and much more in this latest packed PINcast episode covering all the excitement in the pinball world throughout December 2025 and the first few days of January 2026.Make sure you download or stream this brand new edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier. You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.2026 is promising to be another fantastic year for pinball, so join Jonathan and Martin each month to guarantee you don't miss any of the excitement. After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Send us a textCraft Brew Sally and Foghorn of the Pinball Junk Drawer joined the podcast this week.  Jamie finds out when they started their content creation journey, pinball at LumberJack Johnnys and their basement, living in Florida and much more.  Oh and Jamie might've convinced them to create their own RSS Feed.Please follow The Pinball Junk Drawer on all podcast platforms.

Send us a textThis week we were only going to podcast for 15 minutes to announce the creation of the Pinball Roundtable Awards.  But as always, once we start recording we can't stop.  Join Jamie Burchell, Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez as they discuss this brand new awards show, the Walking Dead Remastered, Christmas gift ideas, and much more.  

Send us a textJess May joined the podcast this week.  Jamie finds out when Jess started her content creation journey, and also received a bunch of great tips. They also discuss what they love about Pinball and “are we living in the new “Golden Age” of pinball machines.  Please follow Jess on Instagram and Tik Tok.

October always brings a ton of news and new game announcements, and this year is no different. So, Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News are back to bring you all the details in the latest Pinball Industry News PINcast.Pinball Expo dominates the news, of course, with a new game reveal at the show and multiple announcements about the imminent reveal of more new titles.Barrels of Fun turned their new team member announcement into a new game reveal, with four Winchester Mystery House machines set up to play at Pinball Expo, even though they had already sold out all 525 units within a day of them going on sale.Meanwhile, Spooky Pinball, Dutch Pinball Exclusive and HEXA Pinball all announced details of their next releases, even if they weren't quite ready to show them yet.Stern Pinball gave their Inside Connected All Access a boost, introducing new home leaderboards, free or discounted shipping, a factory tour and other perks for the $99 annual subscription.Multimorphic announced a new team role for their favourite streamer, just as their Portal game started shipping with feature-complete code. Spooky Pinball also announced a new programmer as they complete a month of weekly code updates.Along with announcing the next DPX title and updating everyone on production of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, company head Melvin revealed a series of character sculpts produced in collaboration with The Art of Pinball and Planetary Pinball Supply. One of those sculpts is the Martian from Attack from Mars, originally created by pinball artist and new Pinball Expo Hall of Fame inductee, Doug Watson. At Expo, Doug got the chance to check out the new model of his creation and give his reaction.Before that though, he was the guest on the What's Cooking? With… segment, describing his preferred method of cooking salmon and asparagus.There much more news this month, with new code and new rumours from Jersey Jack Pinball, the new games being shown on the American Pinball stand at Expo, what Wonderland Amusements brought to the show, the latest developments with the Lost in Space game, developments in the Deeproot prosecution, and a look ahead to November's Dutch Pinball Open Expo where, alongside Jonathan and Martin with their prize quiz, Steve Ritchie and Jack Danger are two of the confirmed special guests.There's all this and much more in this latest packed PINcast episode covering all the excitement in the pinball world throughout October.So, make sure you download or stream this brand new edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier. You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the latest episode delivered straight to you every month, the very moment it is released.With so much news coming out of Pinball Expo and several new game reveals coming soon, join Jonathan and Martin each month to guarantee you don't miss any of the excitement. After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Send us a textJamie Burchell joins Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez for a lengthy discussion about Pinball Expo 2025, the 7th Anniversary Tournament at the Electric Bat, new products, and is Predator from Pinball Brothers coming to the Bat?Plus, Jamie delves into a recent article written abut his former stomping ground.  Don't miss this one and don't forget to like, subscribe, and join us as the Pinball Roundtable delivers another great episode.

Send us a textThis episode is loaded with BIG reveals, hot debates, and insider scoops you won't hear anywhere else.Jamie Burchell joins Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez for a jam-packed discussion on competitive pinball, new products, and wild rumors shaking up the hobby. But here's the kicker…We reveal the NEXT 4 Stern Pinball titles… and 2 of them are exclusive Roundtable reveals you'll only hear here!Plus, the crew dives into whether a legendary ‘80s actor is secretly tied to a highly anticipated machine, and if Keith Elwin's next game could be something fans have been clamoring for.Don't miss this one and don't forget to like, subscribe, and join us as the Pinball Roundtable delivers the biggest insider pinball conversation yet on the JBS Show! 

Send us a textWelcome to Part 5 of the Pinball Roundtable! This month, Jamie Burchell is back with permanent members Retro Ralph and this month's Host Cale Hernandez for another lively discussion.  They dive into topics like competitive pinball, pinball products, pinball podcasts you should be listening to, is Keith Elwin leaving JJP, Jack Danger's new role at Stern and much more.   We hope you enjoy the Pinball Roundtable sessions on the JBS Show channels. Don't forget to like and subscribe to help grow the new channel!

In this episode, we're diving into the world of pinball leaks, do you love 'em, hate 'em, or do they totally ruin the surprise and excitement for you? I'll be sharing my take, and yeah… probably going off on a few tangents along the way. After working on the Harry Potter project with Jersey Jack Pinball, I've got a new perspective on leaks that I'll open up about too. Do leaks actually hurt anyone, or is it just harmless fun? We'll get into all of that and more, right here on this episode of The Flipside Podcast!

Send us a textArcades Across America Part 9 - Episode 67Jamie sits down with the Coe from the Quarter Drop Arcade in Cottage Grove, OR.  This special Arcades Across America podcast will be an ongoing series where we highlight great Arcades and Pinball establishments throughout the United States.  On Part Nine we are joined by Cayman from the Austin Pinball Collective and Sterling from The Pinball Studio.   Please check out www.quarterdroparcade.com, www.austinpinballcollective.org, www.thepinballstudio.com. 

It's not often we get a series of new game launches in the summer months, but in this month's Pinball Industry News PINcast, Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News cover three more new releases in June.Two weeks ago, they brought you a special bonus PINcast interview with Daniel Janson of Pinball Brothers, but now it's time to look back on the launch and the subsequent new details and gameplay videos for Predator pinball.The second new game came out-of-the-blue, as Pedretti revealed their Ligabue Pinball Game. Themed around the very popular Italian rock band Ligabue and aimed at the Italian market, the machine has all-new artwork but a familiar playfield design.The third new game hasn't actually been released yet, but the details known so far certainly sound intriguing. Steelbound is the latest title from For Amusement Only Games for the P3 pinball platform. With a large cast of characters and scenarios, this role-playing adventure sees our protagonist facing multiple challenges while exploring dungeons and piloting a giant robot.Last month also saw the launch of Jersey Jack Pinball's Harry Potter, since when it's been an Interesting time for the company. After visiting the UK for the game's premiere there, company founder Jack Guarnieri joins Jonathan and Martin from the JJP factory to talk about the game's reception, what's on the line now and what's coming up, how the three models have been received, what's in store for the topper, and much more.Meanwhile, Stern Pinball also have topper news as they release a lower-cost Expression Lighting topper which ties into the game's lighting and looks ripe for third-party companies to provide their own imagery. There's also news of birthdays for Gary Stern and George Gomez, how to win a Dungeons & Dragons game, and a plethora of new code releases.There's much more industry news, including Dutch Pinball Exclusive's tie-up with The Art of Pinball, American Pinball's latest special offer pricing, Spooky Pinball's game giveaway, and production updates from multiple companies.Plus, in the latest edition of the series, Pinball Profile's Jeff Teolis tells us “What's Cooking” with him.So, make sure you download or stream this brand new edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier. You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.Even in the middle of summer there's so much happening in the pinball industry, and so much more excitement coming up. So, join Jonathan and Martin each month to guarantee you don't miss any of it. After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Eh, Yo! This week we get to dive into Harry Potter Pinball by Jersey Jack with the man himself Jack Guarnieri. Jack and his team just put out Harry Potter Pinball and it looks amazing. We talk to Jack about licensing for Harry Potter Pinball, gameplay for Harry Potter Pinball, the design team behind Harry Potter Pinball, and what it took to release Harry Potter Pinball. Jack tells us that he has been after the licensing for Harry Potter Pinball for over 10 years and it finally happened. This is the first release from Jersey Jack that will have an arcade specific model. Are you excited for Harry Potter Pinball?If you like what we are doing here at Indie Arcade Wave don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. It helps us a ton, the wave will continue to grow and we can all ride it together.If you are looking to buy new or used Stern pinballs email me at Indiearcadewave@gmail.com.Indie Arcade WaveWebsite: https://www.indiearcadewave.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IndieArcadeWaveTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@indiearcadewaveInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/indiearcadewave/Twitter: https://twitter.com/indiearcadewaveDiscord: https://discord.gg/6GntJQN Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dFWBTnIroJdBla3hi9SAK Bitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/RckLgQBWwOAS/ Odyssey: https://odysee.com/@IndieArcadeWave:5Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2032648Jersey Jack PinballWebsite: https://jerseyjackpinball.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JerseyJackPinball/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerseyjackpinball/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JerseyJackPinball

Send us a textWelcome to Part 3 of the Pinball Roundtable! This month, host Jamie Burchell is back with permanent members Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez for another lively discussion. They dive into topics like Ralph's secret Harry Potter knowledge, the arrival of Dune at the Electric Bat, JJP's exciting new Game Changer feature, and even Jamie's nap schedule.Hope you enjoy the Pinball Roundtable sessions on the JBS Show channels.  Click that like and subscribe to help grow the new channel.  

This month's PINcast was held back for a few days to bring you the very latest news and an exclusive interview. So, join Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News as they bring you all the excitement from the pinball industry throughout May and the first few days of June in the latest Pinball Industry News PINcast.It's taken ten years to come to fruition, but finally Jersey Jack Pinball were able to release their Harry Potter game. The reaction has been hugely positive, but there are still many unknowns about just what's in the game and the story of its creation.So, Jonathan and Martin interview Jersey Jack Pinball's founder, and the man who secured the licence widely thought to be unobtainable, Jack Guarnieri. Jack explains the steps he had to take to get all the assets for all the movies, what the game means to Jersey Jack Pinball, the reason for the delayed reveal, what's in the game, how it is going to be built, why they chose to offer three different models, and much more about this new Harry Potter game, including where you can play it.One game due to launch soon is Predator from Pinball Brothers. A slow drip of information from the company means we already know a few details, but this month's PINcast includes an update directly from the company's CEO about when we might expect more information.Last weekend saw the European Pinball Championship in Austria. Alongside complete line-ups of games from Spooky Pinball, American Pinball, Jersey Jack Pinball, Chicago Gaming, Dutch Pinball and all three models of Stern's King Kong, Barrels of Fun Pinball had their new Dune game there alongside their Labyrinth.Barrels of Fun's David Van Es was attending the show, so Martin took the opportunity to sit down at the dining table with David for the latest edition of What's Cooking With… Find out what they enjoy eating at the Barrels of Fun factory when celebrating birthdays.The imposition or threat of tariffs still looms large over the industry, threatening delays in shipping product into the US, with the potential for retaliatory tariffs pushing up prices for non-US buyers too. Two companies have already responded, so find out what they had to say.There's an update from Pinball Adventures about their Elements game, news on some great deals on new-in-box machines, and chances to win prizes ranging from merchandise and anti-reflective glass to an entire machine.So, make sure you download or stream this latest edition of the Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier. You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.With so much happening in the pinball industry right now and so much more excitement coming up, join Jonathan and Martin each month to guarantee you don't miss any of it.After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

In this episode, I share my first impressions after playing Jersey Jack Pinball's highly anticipated Harry Potter machine — but that's not all. I was honored to help tell the story behind this game by filming the official featurette, giving fans a rare glimpse behind the curtain at how this pinball experience came to life. From creative design to theme integration, this episode dives into what makes Harry Potter Pinball come to life!

Ok right after this episode where Orby Talks about the biggest scoop has has ever got, go listen to Slam Tilt 250th Ep featuring myself also known as Orbiter Albert  >>> https://www.slamtiltpodcast.com/2025/06/02/episode-250-clustervuk-4-the-dream-master/  

Today Orbs uses his inside knowledge of the pinball industry to go against his arch nemisis Chat GPT to guesstimate the exact date or JJPS next release, does Orby destroy this evil AI? The last part of the show is explaining the importance of deadflipping to become far more acurate and a better player wether your a hardcore tourney player or just play with buds while having a few wobbly pops it don't matter this imparitive skill is broken down at all 3 levels! 

I finally got my hands on Evil Dead pinball by Spooky—and holy hell, it's GOOD. In this episode, I share my first impressions, what makes it click, and why this might be Spooky's best machine yet! But… where's Harry Potter from Jersey Jack Pinball? The hype is real, but the silence is deafening. Plus, we cover new updates to King Kong by Stern Pinball and Dungeons & Dragons ... Looking to Buy a New or Used Pinball Machine? Check out Flip N' Out Pinball: https://www.flipnoutpinball.com/ LEAVE ME A VOICEMAIL and I might play it on the show! https://www.speakpipe.com/RetroRalphVM Looking for more Pinball Content? Check out my pinball podcast “The Flipside Podcast” Video Version of the Podcast can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlipsideRetroRalph Want to listen to the podcast instead? Here are links to Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Spotify Link To Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/62ZF6rZGos5tFI77MaznZY Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flipside-pinball-podcast/id1753621594 Subscribe to The Flipside Podcast so you don't miss an episode! https://rb.gy/uqi2an [RETRO RALPH MERCHANDISE AND CONTACT INFO] Get your Retro Ralph Merch Here: https://bit.ly/2YS5ukX Follow Retro Ralph on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39mdqzy Follow Retro Ralph On Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fU1Dew If you would like me to do a video review of your product or for other business inquiries, send me an email: retroralph1980@gmail.com #news #pinball #arcade

Send us a textJamie sits down with the Owners and Operators of The Game Preserve.  Erich Stinson of Game Preserve NASA and Rusty Key from Game Preserve North join the podcast minus Coe this episode.   This special Arcades Across America podcast will be an ongoing series where we highlight great Arcades and Pinball establishments throughout the United States.  On Part Seven topics include the Houston Scene in the past ten years, building an arcade, Daily/Monthly fee vs. Coin Drop, and much more.  

It's the battle of the big beasts this month with two mammoth new game launches and a third poised to be revealed. So, Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News are back to bring you all the details in April's Pinball Industry News PINcast.The first beast into the arena was the Sandworm from Barrels of Fun's new Dune game. Based on the 2021 and 2024 Dune movies, the second release from the Houston-based manufacturer comes fully loaded with extensive cinematic assets as well as a new Horizon Atmospheric Lighting system, anti-reflective glass, a shaker motor and even a topper.Facing off against the Sandworm is the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World' in the form of Stern Pinball's new King Kong: Myth of Terror Island. The story of King Kong has been reimagined for Stern's latest cornerstone game which features an animated Kong being summoned by a swinging gong. Kong wreaks havoc, of course, aided by a giant spider as he blocks the balls and smashes a subway car to release the locked balls inside.The third beast is the elephant-in-the-room that is Jersey Jack Pinball's upcoming Harry Potter game. With manufacturing already underway at the company's Elk Grove Village factory, what will be the impact when we get the official release, expected later this month?Also looming large over the industry is the effect of trade tariffs – imposed, planned or threatened. Pinball manufacturers are taking their own approaches to the price increases on buying components and shipping complete games, while others are taking a wait-and-see approach. With some cuts in production already announced or anticipated, Jonathan and Martin look at who's doing what, and what it means for the wider market.There are also current production updates, along with news of some people leaving their posts and others being appointed to new positions.Plus, there are new code updates, of course, as well as some new products and limited-time special offers you won't want to miss.Also in this month's PINcast, Jonathan and Martin swap the pinball table for the dinner table to find out What's Cooking with… legendary game designer, Steve Ritchie. Steve spills the beans on his favourite recipes, so you too can eat like a King.So, make sure you download or stream this latest Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier. You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.With so much happening in the pinball industry right now and so much more excitement coming up, join Jonathan and Martin each month to guarantee you don't miss any of it. After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Send us a textFor the 60th episode of the JBS Show, Jamie brought out the big guns for the first episode of The Pinball Roundtable with Jamie Burchell, Retro Ralph and Cale Hernandez. Recorded live on location at Stern Pinball Headquarters, they discuss Media Day at Stern, Harry Potter, and Dune. They also touch on the negativity present in some pinball media. Hope you enjoy the first of many Pinball Roundtable sessions on the JBS Show channels.

Episode Summary: Join us this month where Dave says ‘Swing on Over' like 40 times in the preamble, Ron spoils JJPs next game with the help of Jersey Jack himself, reviews of 70's style, Jack's business building and evolving that business over and over, pinball needing to move to the home consumer market, stripped down … Continue reading Silverball Chronicles Ep 44: Even Jersey Jack Pinball Left New Jersey →

Silverball Chronicles with David and Ron Episode 44: Even Jersey Jack Pinball Left New Jersey   Want to Support the Show? Visit Our Patreon at www.patreon.com/silverballchronicles  or pick up a tee shirt at  https://silverballswag.com/collections/silverball-chronicles    Sources on website   Episode Begins at 10:10     Episode Summary:   Join us this month where Dave says ‘Swing on Over' like 40 times in the preamble, Ron spoils JJPs next game with the help of Jersey Jack himself, reviews of 70's style, Jack's business building and evolving that business over and over, pinball needing to move to the home consumer market, stripped down Sterns,  building a company from scratch, their first game Wizard of Oz and how it changes pinball forever, and the Abess Family.   

Send us a textWelcome to the rebranded Jamie BS show called the JBS Show with Jamie Burchell.  To help launch the new podcast I brought in the boys from WAP - We Are Pinball, Don and Cengiz.  We discuss how these two got together, Donny, the Burger King Barista Nurse, new and upcoming pinball machines and much more.  But this is only Part 1 of a two part episode.  Head over to the WAP Channel for Part 2! https://open.spotify.com/show/1HwouCWlMeaXiKWRNvnZVN?si=d05e14bbc77845d7

The latest Pinball Industry News PINcast packs in a lot of exciting news from the past month, as Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News return to bring you multiple new game launches and interviews, including an exclusive Harry Potter chat with Jack Guarnieri.Multimorphic were first to announce as they revealed Portal, based on the popular video game series, as their latest title for the P3. Their most packed playfield yet contains so much hardware it even comes in a specially extended version.Fellow Texans, Turner Pinball, brought their newly-announced second title, Merlin's Arcade, to the Texas Pinball Festival where Jonathan and Martin got to spend some pre-show time exploring it, both above and below the playfield. After previewing it for months, Chicago Gaming finally announced their re-run of Medieval Madness Remake games. But these Merlin Edition models offer far more than earlier Remakes. Find out what you get and what it costs. Jersey Jack Pinball's seminar at the Texas Pinball Festival was supposed to be all about the making of Avatar. But then Jack Guarnieri confirmed Harry Potter as the company's next title and the internet went crazy.That confirmation raises many more questions, so Jonathan and Martin are joined by Jersey Jack himself, Jack Guarnieri, to talk about that announcement and give many more details on this most hotly-anticipated new game which everyone said could never be done.There's also the latest edition of “What's Cooking With…” as Jack gives us his favourite pasta dish recipes.There's lots more industry news too, with Stern Pinball appointing a new VP of Marketing, Chicago Gaming finally releasing the new code and hardware add-on kit for their Cactus Canyon Remake games, new accessories for Venom, a new loyalty scheme from Barrels of Fun which gives one lucky Labyrinth owner a brand new copy of their next game, a final Wizard mode for ABBA, a full sell-out of Spooky's Evil Dead, and much, much more.Plus, finally, the interview eighteen months in the making. Steve Ritchie and Bill Grupp sit down to talk about the making of their Elton John game, the culture at Jersey Jack Pinball, what they're working on next, and so much more.So, make sure you grab this latest Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier. You'll also find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or you can get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode delivered to you every month, the very moment it is released.With so much happening in the pinball industry right now and so much more excitement coming up, join Jonathan and Martin each month to guarantee you don't miss any of it. After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

Back from the beach and wouldnt you know it I got a ton of rumors and game reviews for everybody! It's a long one!I go over Stern, Jersey Jack Pinball, Spooky Pinball and the rest in this jam packed episode!Shout out to everybody that I hung with and met up with, you guys are awesome!Bonus episode on patreon at patreon.com/donspinballpodcastemail Don!donspinballpodcast@gmail.com

2025 really started with a bang with a new game reveal by one company and big changes at another, while the show season got off to a flying start in both the US and the UK. So, Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News are back to bring you all the exciting news from the industry throughout the month of January in their Pinball Industry News PINcast. Last month's PINcast anticipated the reveal of Stern Pinball's first new release of the year, and sure enough Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye duly launched, with public premieres soon after at CES in Las Vegas and EAG Expo in London. Jonathan and Martin were at EAG to play it, but they also got to sit down with Gary Stern, John Buscaglia and Doug Skor from Stern Pinball to talk about the new game, the latest news from the company as well as the state of the wider industry, while Gary also shared his cooking tips. Big changes at American Pinball where their EVP David Fix is one of many staff no longer working there as the owners look to transition the company into a contract manufacturer. Whith hardly anyone left, what does are the prospects for their seventh title which is ready to launch? To find out, the duo speak to David Fix about his departure and those of his fellow employees, while exploring the convoluted way American Pinball has been managed in recent years, where the business is now, and which of their many development projects might yet see the light of day. One feature being newly integrated into one American Pinball game is the Scorbit scores and achievements tracking system. But they aren't the only ones adding Scorbit, as Pedretti Pinball announce it will also feature in the next code update to their Funhouse Remake game. Speaking of which, there are lots of new code updates this month, including Jersey Jack Pinball's Avatar: The Battle for Pandora reaching feature-complete v1.00 status and Spooky Pinball's Looney Tunes getting its new wizard mode. Plus, there is news of a Customer Referral Program from Multimorphic which could save $1,000s on a new P3 game, the opportunity to get a Toy Story 4 game with a $2,000 discount, the latest updates on the two Alice in Wonderland titles in development, and a hands-on review of Homepin's The Blues Brothers game. There's also a look at the potential impact of trade tariffs being imposed by the US and the resulting retaliatory action, as well as sad news of the passing of a prolific and popular pinball voice artist whose talents you are almost certain to have enjoyed. So, make sure you grab this latest Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier, find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode every month the very moment it is released. With so much happening in the pinball industry right now, make sure you join Jonathan and Martin each month to guarantee you don't miss any of it. After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

The start of 2025 sees the Pinball Industry News PINcast embark on its eighth year of bringing you all the exciting news from across the wonderful world of pinball. In this latest episode, Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News look back at the events throughout December as well as the first couple of days of January. Stern Pinball launch their latest cornerstone game, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye, while at the same time locking away a bunch of their popular titles in the vault for a minimum of two years. There's also news on the Stern Pinball Cup race series as well as a fix kit for one of their recent releases. Jersey Jack Pinball have been teasing their much-anticipated Harry Potter game, but there is a big price cut available on one of their previous titles, although only for a limited time. Meanwhile, owners of another JJP title finally gets their wizard mode added after years of waiting. There's more teasing over at Pedretti Pinball where there might be clues to be found about their next remake title. Buyers of the earlier Funhouse 2.0 kit haven't been forgotten about either, with a new kit available to add a much-requested feature. There are sales and production updates from Spooky Pinball, Chicago Gaming, Multimorphic and Turner Pinball, while over at American Pinball there's much uncertainty about future plans for the company with several key employees having been laid-off. No such worries at Vector Pinball as a new machine in their Aussie Icons series is launched, while Barrels of Fun's Barrel Ball gameplay mode gains a new (although somewhat familiar) voice. There's much more news from Homepin, Pinball Adventures, Pinball Brothers, Dutch Pinball Exclusive, Hexa Pinball, Wonderland Amusements and TiltBob Pinball, along with the latest developments in the ongoing Deeproot civil and criminal prosecutions and also a look ahead to January's EAG Expo show in London. So, make sure you grab this latest Pinball Industry News PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier, find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode every month the very moment it is released into the wild. As you'll hear, there is so much happening in the pinball industry right now, so make sure you join Jonathan and Martin each month to make sure you don't miss any of it. After all, it's the podcast the pinball industry listens to.

It's the final show of 2024 and Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News have a lot of exciting news to bring you from the right across the pinball world throughout November in the latest edition of their Pinball Industry News PINcast. There's a new game launch as Spooky Pinball announce their latest title, Evil Dead, which boasts assets from both the first two movies as well as custom speech from the lead actor, all crammed into a widebody, multi-mech, richly-artworked cabinet. If the prospect of getting one of the 888 Collector's Edition machines not enough to rattle your chains, you can also get a striking animated topper. After dipping their toe in the redemption pool ten years ago, Jersey Jack Pinball have made a big splash with their new Pinball XP redemption pinball system for larger family entertainment centres (FECs). It's an impressive-looking showcase for JJP's games and an excellent way to boost your redemption card's value while having fun playing pinball. To find out more, Jonathan and Martin call up Jersey Jack himself, Jack Guarnieri, who is in Australia for the Melbourne Pinball Expo from where he explains how Pinball XP works and what those at the company are hoping to achieve with it. November means Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and this year there were loads of exciting deals on entire games, pinball parts and company merchandise. American Pinball had the greatest discounts with up to $3,000 off their top-end titles. There were plenty of savings on other models too, swiftly followed by 30% off parts and merchandise. Jersey Jack Pinball were in on the Black Friday fun too, with $1,000 off some of their titles, while Hexa Pinball in France took €500 off both models of their Space Hunt game. Hexa Pinball also announced a significant investment in their company from a very different games company. Who are they and what might that mean for future sales and future titles? Not wanting to miss out, Stern Pinball offered free domestic shipping on their parts and merchandise, while announcing a whole bunch of new merch and add-ons for their most recent titles. The PINcast duo also looks back on the events before, during and after the Dutch Pinball Open Expo which took place at the start of the month, and also look ahead to Stern's upcoming Insider Connected Pinball Cup season of races which where the starting gun is about to be fired. There's much more news from all the pinball companies in November's PINcast, as well as the latest update on the Deeproot saga as the accusations swing from civil to criminal. You can grab November's PINcast right now from your favourite podcast supplier, find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast for free to guarantee you get the freshest episode every month the very moment it is released into the wild. As you can see, there is so much happening in the pinball industry right now and coming up very soon, so make sure you join Jonathan and Martin each month to ensure you don't miss any of it.

This month's PINcast comes from the Dutch Pinball Open Expo and marks a unique moment as, for the first time ever, Jonathan from Pinball Magazine and Martin from Pinball News present their monthly Pinball Industry News PINcast while actually together at the same desk. Plus, they bring in two special guests, with David van Es from Barrels of Fun and Daniel Janson from Pinball Brothers, both of whom have some exciting news to share. However, as you'll hear, not everything went entirely to plan. October's Pinball Industry News largely revolved around the 40th anniversary Pinball Expo, the manufacturers stands, their seminar presentations and their factory tours. Dutch Pinball Exclusive, having revealed their Alice's Adventures in Wonderland title earlier in the month, premiered the now sold-out game at Pinball Expo with three machines on their stand for guests to play, and also held a seminar about the making of the game. Meanwhile, Stern Pinball, off the back of announcing their The Uncanny X-Men brought out another new title with Metallica Remastered – an updated and enhanced version of their 2013 Metallica game. They premiered this on their Pinball Expo factory tour and then brought it to their stand at the show, along with a seminar by the game's designer John Borg. There were multiple talks at Pinball Expo from the pinball makers explaining how they created their latest releases, including Avatar: The Battle for Pandora, The Uncanny X-Men, John Wick and Jaws, along with tours of Stern Pinball, Jersey Jack Pinball, American Pinball and Chicago Gaming. Naturally, Jonathan and Martin were both there to report on the excitement and bring you video recordings of the key seminars. Then, a fortnight later, they reunited in Veldhoven in the Netherlands for the 25th anniversary Dutch Pinball Open Expo from where they recorded this latest October 2024 edition of the Pinball Magazine and Pinball News PINcast – the podcast the pinball industry listens to. Unfortunately, without access to their normal recording equipment, the quality of the sound isn't up to their usual standard, but they hope you can bear with them for this one-off special recording. You can grab it right now from your favourite podcast supplier, find it on YouTube and YouTube Music, or get it direct from Spotify on the link above, and don't forget you can also subscribe to the PINcast to guarantee you get the freshest episode every month the very moment it is published. As you'll hear, there is so much happening in the pinball industry right now and coming up very soon, so make sure you join Jonathan and Martin each month to ensure you don't miss any of it.

Pinball: We discuss Stern Pinball's reveal of The Uncanny X-Men and Jersey Jack Pinball's reveal of Avatar: Battle for Pandora. We close out the pinball section with a Patreon member's question about Stern and virtual pinball. Video Games: We summarize a big change at Annapurna Interactive, the Unity backpedal, the rise and fall of Concord, the disaster that is the Borderlands movie, and the Playstation 5 Pro. Episode Links: Kineticist article on The Uncanny X-Men pinball: https://www.kineticist.com/post/stern-reveals-uncanny-x-men-pinball Kineticist article on Avatar: Battle for Pandora pinball: https://www.kineticist.com/post/first-look-jersey-jack-avatar Show Links: EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers Website: http://eclecticgamers.com EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com

Pinball: We go over the teases for Jersey Jack Pinball's Avatar game and Stern Pinball's The Uncanny X-Men, plus talk a bit about Stern trying home games again (this time in partnership with Costco) and then go over several listener emails. Video Games: We summarize problems with the physical edition of Outer Wilds: Archaeologists Edition, the end of the Visions of Mana developer, Monster Hunter meaning no more dinosaur games, Witcher 4 in full production, problems with Star Wars Outlaws on PS5, the cancellation of Blue Protocol, Foamstars and its scrubbing bubbles, and World of Warcraft seeing the light on past mistakes. Episode Links: Knapp Arcade article on Stern's Jurassic Park Home Edition in Costco: https://www.knapparcade.org/post/stern-pinball-announces-new-partnership-with-costco Show Links: EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers Website: http://eclecticgamers.com EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com