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California Extreme 2026 Tickets Now on Sale
Tickets for the California Extreme 2026 show, featuring classic arcade games and pinball machines, are now available for purchase. The event is aimed at fans of retro gaming.
PengPong is a roguelite bullet heaven mix of Brotato and pinball with a retro cartoon theme
PengPong is a physics-based top-down shooter that blends roguelite progression with pinball mechanics, featuring a retro cartoon art style reminiscent of 1960s animation. Players use a hockey stick to strike pucks and weapons, aiming for strategic ricochets to defeat waves of enemies. The game offers over 100 items and synergies, with meta-upgrades available upon death, ensuring high replayability.
Stern Pinball SGF Hands-On – Gotta Ball ‘Em All!
Stern Pinball showcased several new machines at Summer Game Fest, including ones themed around Transformers, King Kong, and two versions of Pokémon Pinball. The Pokémon machines, based on the anime, feature a "catch 'em all" mechanic where players can catch Pokémon by hitting the ball into a Poké Ball on the board, recording them in a digital dex. The article highlights the nostalgic elements and fan-oriented designs of each machine.
Deckbuilding pinball roguelike PinKeep gets demo
The deckbuilding pinball roguelike PinKeep, developed by Okomotive, has released a free demo for PC. The game combines pinball mechanics with deck-building elements to defend a kingdom from intruders. A full release is planned for 2026.
13 games from Frosty Games Fest with fresh release dates
The second Frosty Games Fest has announced release dates for 13 games developed in Australia and New Zealand. Titles like Acting Out, Atlanta TD, and Hyper Primate are set to launch throughout July to December 2026, with many featuring playable demos on Steam. The festival celebrates locally-developed titles, showcasing a variety of genres from action RPGs to simulators.
Roguelite pinball shooter Appulse announced for PC
Raw Fury and Le Rado have announced Appulse, a new roguelite pinball shooter set to release on PC via Steam in 2026. The game blends pinball mechanics with top-down shooting and roguelite progression, tasking players with defending the Vektor Dynamics fleet.
HUMAN COMPUTER REVEALS NEW LOOK AT BALLGAME, PLAYABLE DEMO ARRIVES ON STEAM
Human Computer has revealed new details and a playable demo for their upcoming physics-driven platformer, Ballgame, which blends golf, pinball, and arcade elements. The game, featuring a sentient golf ball protagonist named Dolf T. Langreen, will launch on PC and Steam later in 2026, with a free demo available now on Steam. The studio, founded by Alex Schleifer and Eliot Garcia Weisberg, emphasizes playful and creatively dense experiences.
Ballgame Demo Available Now as Human Computer Reveals New Gameplay Details
Human Computer has released a free demo for their physics-driven platformer, Ballgame, on Steam, with the full PC release scheduled for later in 2026. The game blends elements of golf, pinball, and platformers, challenging players to navigate obstacle-filled courses. New gameplay details reveal Tournament Mode and a speedrunning-focused Heists mode.
Classic Windows game Space Cadet Pinball gets real-life version
A creator known as CNCDan is building a full-sized, real-life pinball machine based on the classic Windows game Space Cadet Pinball. This project involves 3D printing and recreating the game's assets to match the scale and physics of a physical pinball cabinet, a challenging endeavor for someone new to the hobby.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles new home pinball machine presale goes live
Wonderland Amusements has launched a presale for its officially licensed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles home pinball machine, featuring artwork by Mateus Santolouco. The machine is designed for family-friendly play and is available in a standard edition for $849 and a Turtle Power Edition for $1,149 during the presale. This release follows the company's successful Alice Goes to Wonderland pinball machine and aims to make mechanical pinball more accessible for home use.
Digital Pinball: Last Gladiators coming to Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch
BeXide has announced that Digital Pinball: Last Gladiators, a modern take on the 1995 Sega Saturn title, will be released for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 this year. The game features four distinct pinball tables, each inspired by a warrior's story across different historical periods, with each table structured into nine rounds plus a final round.
BeXide announces Digital Pinball: Last Gladiators for Switch 2, Switch, and PC
BeXide has announced Digital Pinball: Last Gladiators, a revival of the 1995 SEGA Saturn game, for Nintendo Switch and PC. The game will feature digital pinball gameplay with a focus on gladiatorial combat.
Sega Saturn revival game Digital Pinball: Last Gladiators announced
Developer BeXide has announced Digital Pinball: Last Gladiators, a revival of the 1995 Sega Saturn pinball game. The new title is set for a 2026 release on PC, Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, featuring updated graphics and physics while faithfully porting the original's four themed pinball tables.
Pinball FX - Williams Pinball Volume 10 Review | TheXboxHub
Pinball FX - Williams Pinball Volume 10 adds three classic tables: Comet, Fire!, and Diner. While the collection is considered a bit weaker than previous volumes, Diner stands out as the best of the bunch with its frantic gameplay and well-designed mechanics. The add-on costs £12.49 and includes new questlines and customization options for the player's virtual pinball museum.
I'm tired of everything getting turned into a roguelite, but I'll make an exception for pinball
The author expresses fatigue with the oversaturation of the roguelite genre in game development, citing the rapid release of similar titles on Steam. However, an exception is made for the upcoming game Pin-Crawl, which blends dungeon crawling with pinball mechanics, appealing to the author's love for both genres.
Pinball roguelite dungeon crawler Pin-Crawl announced for console, PC
So Romantic has announced Pin-Crawl, a new pinball roguelite dungeon crawler. The game is set to release on PC and consoles.
Furyball: Rogue Revenge – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Furyball: Rogue Revenge is a roguelite game inspired by Rollerball, set in a dystopian metropolis where players compete in a brutal sport. The gameplay focuses on precision and timing, with unlockable modules for powerful synergies and strategic build discovery. The game features a grindhouse retrofuturist aesthetic and a discopunk soundtrack, and beta sign-ups are now open.
Pinball FX – Williams Pinball Volume 10 Adds Three Classic Tables
Zen Studios has released Pinball FX – Williams Pinball Volume 10, adding three classic tables: Diner, Fire!, and Comet. The pack is available for £12.49 on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Meta Quest VR, requiring the base Pinball FX game. This release continues Zen Studios' tradition of faithfully recreating iconic pinball machines.
BALL x PIT Shadow Update Adds New Characters and Content on April 27
Devolver Digital and developer Kenny Sun announced that the action pinball roguelite BALL x PIT will receive The Shadow Update on April 27, 2026. The update adds new characters like The Tunneler and The Tiptoer, along with new passives, balls, and a building. The game is available on mobile, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Game Pass, and PC.
Devils on the Moon brings the score-chasing of pinball to the Playdate
Devils on the Moon Pinball brings a detailed score-chasing pinball experience to the Playdate, inspired by Pokémon Pinball. Developed by Amano, the game features stylized physics, a three-tiered table design with boss battles, and a top-notch audio-visual presentation without lag, making the Playdate an ideal platform for its gameplay.