New Tech, Old School: Turn your Smartphone into a Retro Arcade Console
What was the first gaming device you’ve used as a kid? For me, it was a ZX Spectrum that I alternately used to write BASIC programs and play one of the many …
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The Best Gambling Themed Pinball Machines of All Time
Back in the olden days pinball was a gambling device — and thus pinball became illegal in many areas. Payouts were delivered in cash and not in free games or extra balls like today. But this …
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Cozy Coastal Town Now Home to Pinball Palace
Sometimes life surprises you in ways you could never imagine. We moved to the small beach town of Brunswick, Georgia almost 15 years ago. My wife and I were looking to escape …
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Get Rich Playing Pinball
I don’t know about you…but when I visit Vegas I avoid slot machines. Being a pinball machine fan, this goes against my inclinations as I love the lights, sounds, and …
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5 Insane Slot Machines We Want In Our Games Room
We all love Las Vegas. Whether we’ve been or not, we’re transfixed by the city. The shows, the fights, the bright neon lights, and of course the gambling which sees …
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Seeking Holy Arcade Grails with Author Sean Newton
You may remember that the The GameRoom Blog talked with Sean Newton last year about his excellent book Bits, Sticks, and Buttons. Well Sean has a new book coming out soon and wanted …
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What are the Top Ten Modern Pinball Machines of All-Time?
Let’s somewhat scientifically figure out the best pinball machines of all time. First let’s look at the top 25 pinball machines list from Pinside. Medieval Madness Attack from Mars Iron Maiden: …
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The Making of a Pinball 2K Virtual Pinball Machine
Ever thought of having a virtual pinball machine that can play hundreds of games? What about one housed in the unusual Pinball 2000 cabinet? Toronto collector and hobbiest Mike Wong …
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Vintage Speakers Bring Sweet Music to Game Room
Before the late 80’s brought along cube speaker systems, men were allowed (and expected!) to have giant speakers systems in the home. These glorious classic speakers typically weighed at least …
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Stop Playing Pinball By Yourself — Join a Pinball Club
by Aaron Klygo I’ve been a member of other pinball clubs in several other states over the years. When I moved to Iowa and realized that there wasn’t one, I …
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