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HomePin

companyactive143 mentionsFirst seen Apr 25, 2017Last seen Feb 25, 2026

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HomePin is a boutique pinball manufacturer based in the UK/Europe that produces custom and open-source pinball games. Known for titles like Blues Brothers, they operate as a small-scale manufacturer with international distribution through partners like Nitro Pinball. The company has evolved from Chinese manufacturing origins to operating out of Taiwan, and is recognized for reliability in pre-order fulfillment despite occasional criticism of game design and playfield balance.

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Home Pin

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Facts

  • achievementProduced Blues Brothers gamehighfrom 2025
  • achievementMoved manufacturing operations from China to Taiwanhighfrom 2019
  • achievementBrought Blues Brothers game to American Expo for first time via Tommy Floydhighfrom 2025
  • achievementProduced Thunderbirds gamehighfrom 2019
  • affiliationRepresented at Pinball Expo by Nitro Pinball distributorhighfrom 2025
  • attributeCurrent cheapest pinball manufacturer at approximately $5,000highfrom 2018

Claims (92)

  • opinionmedium

    HomePin has not sold many Blues Brothers pinball machines

    Source: Knapp Arcade editorial observationInterview with Pedretti Gaming; The Creation of Zoltar; Blues Brothers Pinball Factory Pictures
  • factualhigh

    HomePin is based in Taiwan and manufactures pinball machines, arcade machines, and spare parts

    Source: Australian Pinball Expo Facebook postInterview with Pedretti Gaming; The Creation of Zoltar; Blues Brothers Pinball Factory Pictures
  • factualhigh

    HomePin's Blues Brothers was non-functional for the entire Chicago Pinball Expo 2025 weekend

    Source: Gary (Wild Dog Arcade)Chicago Pinball Expo 2025 Review. We chat and show videos of the latest games!
  • factuallow

Recent Mentions (143)

  • Pinball manufacturer; produced This Is Spinal Tap; received mixed reception at Pinfest launch

    Ep 61: License To TiltOct 3, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer/business used as comparative example of better marketing operations than Stern

    Episode 30 - MR. DULLEMay 28, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer (run by Mike); machines represented at European Pinball Championships

    Euro Spooky Trip Report!Jun 2, 2025
  • Homebrew title serving as quality benchmark for Kale Hernandez ('75% as good as Home Pin')

    Don after dark: Stern Visit Afterparty!May 24, 2024
  • Developer of Blues Brothers and Pulp Fiction; criticized for unclear market positioning and underwhelming execution

    Episode 988: "The Fatigue is Real"Aug 21, 2024
  • Manufacturer; discussed negatively by Kaneda; planning to ship Spinal Tap pinball game in coming weeks

    Episode 715: "Spooky Sort Of Does It"Sep 2, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer working on Thunderbirds release; continuing to work out issues with the game

Contradictions

  • Existing: UK-based pinball manufacturer (Episode 4, Episode 8)vsConflicting: Australian/New Zealand manufacturer (Episode 2)
    Unresolved
  • Existing: Cheapest pinball manufacturer at ~$5,000 (Episode 1)vsConflicting: Boutique manufacturer positioning (Episodes 3, 4, 8) - boutique typically implies premium pricing, contradicting budget positioning
    Resolved
    accepted_new · Mar 2, 2026
  • Existing: Boutique manufacturer known for reliability (Episodes 3, 4, 8)vsConflicting: Criticized for poor Thunderbirds design due to lack of expert consultation (Episode 0)
    Expert: merged definition Expert: merged definition
    Resolved
    merged · Mar 2, 2026

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  • attributeOpen-source pinball manufacturerhighfrom 2025
  • locationAustralian/New Zealand manufacturerhighfrom 2018
  • locationUK-based pinball manufacturerhighfrom 2025
  • statusConsidered reliable for pre-order fulfillmenthighfrom 2018
  • statusBoutique pinball manufacturerhighfrom 2018
  • Homepin's Blues Brothers open-source machine includes factory reset capability

    Source: Host citing Rob BurkePinball Junk Drawer Episode 83 - Expo Dreams and Pinball Machines!
  • factualhigh

    HomePin now reproduces Hankin boards and coils, enabling restoration and ongoing support of machines

    Source: Stephen SmithAustralian Pinball: The Story About Hankin - Pinball Expo 2024 - Stephen Smith
  • factualhigh

    HomePin's Stars 2 machine uses the original Stars playfield as a direct starting point

    Source: Ron HallettEpisode 228 – Shoot To Thrill
  • opinionmedium

    Open-source moderation model requiring approval before community code can be deployed limits true open-source philosophy

    Source: Martin EbPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2024 recap
  • opinionmedium

    HomePin's past licensing execution with Thunderbirds and Spinal Tap was underwhelming compared to modern market expectations

    Source: Jonathan EustonPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2024 recap
  • factualhigh

    HomePin targets Blues Brothers price under $5,000 to compete with entry-level home market

    Source: Martin EbPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2024 recap
  • factualhigh

    Blues Brothers will be the first open-source commercial pinball machine with Arduino-based community-modifiable code

    Source: Martin EbPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2024 recap
  • factualhigh

    HomePin Blues Brothers is licensed to SNL characters, not the Blues Brothers movie, due to fragmented movie rights across four parties

    Source: Martin EbPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2024 recap
  • factualhigh

    HomePin is announcing Blues Brothers under $5,000 with open-source code

    Source: HomePin press release (per Don)DPP #117 "Pinball Blues! Brother, that's a bad title"
  • factualmedium

    This Is Spinal Tap is undergoing playfield design modifications including a new upper-right flipper and spinner repositioning

    Source: Pinball NewsEAG INTERNATIONAL EXPO
  • factualmedium

    HomePin's business model explicitly does not prioritize selling pinball machines, which is unusual among manufacturers

    Source: HostThe Pinball Show Ep 141 BONUS: Gee Thanks-Giving
  • opinionhigh

    The game is positioned as 'pinball for non-pinball people'

    Source: Mike Kalinowski via Aussie Pinball PodcastHomepin Confirms Expo Reveal of “Pinball For Non-Pinball People”
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's new game is based on an extremely famous movie license

    Source: Mike Kalinowski via Aussie Pinball PodcastHomepin Confirms Expo Reveal of “Pinball For Non-Pinball People”
  • factualhigh

    The new Homepin game will be priced under $5,000

    Source: Mike Kalinowski via Aussie Pinball Podcast / Knapp Arcade June articleHomepin Confirms Expo Reveal of “Pinball For Non-Pinball People”
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's new game will be revealed at Chicago Pinball Expo

    Source: Mike Kalinowski via Aussie Pinball PodcastHomepin Confirms Expo Reveal of “Pinball For Non-Pinball People”
  • factualhigh

    This is Spinal Tap was announced more than two years ago

    Homepin’s This is Spinal Tap Now Shipping
  • factualhigh

    This is Spinal Tap is now shipping from HomePin's factory

    Homepin’s This is Spinal Tap Now Shipping
  • factualhigh

    The centre post on This Is Spinal Tap was added following testing on-site in Taiwan

    Source: Image captionUK PINFEST 2023
  • factualhigh

    The This Is Spinal Tap topper's animated jaw and lighting effects were not working on the demo unit

    Source: Image captionUK PINFEST 2023
  • factualhigh

    This Is Spinal Tap was making its UK (and possibly European) debut at UK Pinfest 2023

    Source: Article textUK PINFEST 2023
  • factualhigh

    Finished machines are currently being tested and packed

    Source: Official production updateHomepin to Begin Shipping This is Spinal Tap Pinball in “a Couple of Weeks”
  • factualhigh

    This Is Spinal Tap pinball will ship within a couple of weeks

    Source: Official production updateHomepin to Begin Shipping This is Spinal Tap Pinball in “a Couple of Weeks”
  • factualhigh

    Feedback about the center post from testers was very positive

    Source: Official announcementHomepin Adds Center Post to All Future This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines
  • factualhigh

    Testing was conducted for several months at a British pub in Taipei

    Source: Official announcementHomepin Adds Center Post to All Future This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines
  • factualhigh

    Ball times on This is Spinal Tap were not long enough before the center post addition

    Source: Official announcementHomepin Adds Center Post to All Future This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's Spinal Tap license is valid for at least another year of production

    Source: Mike Kalinowski on The Aussie Pinball Podcast Ep 16Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" Movie
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's third game will be revealed at Pinball Expo Chicago in 2026

    Source: Mike Kalinowski on The Aussie Pinball Podcast Ep 16Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" Movie
  • factualhigh

    The IP for Homepin's third game is owned by approximately six different parties with competing interests

    Source: Mike Kalinowski on The Aussie Pinball Podcast Ep 16Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" Movie
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's third game will retail for $4,999 USD

    Source: Mike Kalinowski on The Aussie Pinball Podcast Ep 16Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" Movie
  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap production is currently at 2 playfields per day with approximately 1-2 months until first container completion for European shipment

    Source: Mike Kalinowski on The Aussie Pinball Podcast Ep 16Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" Movie
  • factualhigh

    Homepin relocated manufacturing from China to Taiwan due to unfavorable business climate for foreign businesses

    Source: Mike Kalinowski on The Aussie Pinball Podcast Ep 16Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" Movie
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's first game Thunderbirds faced extreme delays due to engineer death, employee maternity leave departure, and large cash settlement payments

    Source: Mike Kalinowski on The Aussie Pinball Podcast Ep 16Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" Movie
  • factualhigh

    Homepin is producing a Spinal Tap pinball machine

    Source: Knapp ArcadeBehind-the-Scenes Look at Homepin’s Taiwan Factory
  • factualhigh

    Homepin operates a factory in Taiwan

    Source: Knapp ArcadeBehind-the-Scenes Look at Homepin’s Taiwan Factory
  • factualhigh

    Game mechanics include hitting spinners to move guitar, exploding drummer feature, and smashing TV with Ian's cricket bat

    Source: Official trailer textHomepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    First bulk shipments scheduled to leave HomePin's Taiwan factory next month

    Source: Article statement about production scheduleHomepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    Machine includes lifetime PCB support

    Source: Official YouTube captionHomepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    Game features original Spinal Tap soundtracks and cut video scenes from the original movie

    Source: Official YouTube captionHomepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    The machine includes 27-inch backglass LCD monitor, traditional DMD display, stainless steel ramps, quick-release steel lockdown bar

    Source: Official YouTube captionHomepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    HomePin manufactures various pinball parts and Thunderbirds pinball machine

    Source: Article openingHomepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine
  • factualhigh

    This is Spinal Tap is HomePin's next pinball machine after Thunderbirds

    Source: Article context and official announcementHomepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine
  • factualmedium

    Homepin has hired a number of new employees

    Source: Company Facebook post (cited in article)Homepin Resumes Production of This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines
  • factualmedium

    Homepin has started full production of This is Spinal Tap at its Taiwan factory

    Source: Company Facebook post (cited in article)Homepin Resumes Production of This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines
  • factualhigh

    Homepin displayed two This is Spinal Tap machines at a pinball show in Australia

    Source: Article reportingHomepin Resumes Production of This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines
  • factualhigh

    Homepin placed one This is Spinal Tap machine at the Pinball Hall of Fame in Las Vegas last year

    Source: Article reportingHomepin Resumes Production of This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines
  • opinionhigh

    HomePin's Spinal Tap has poor sales because the creator explicitly told tournament players and rules-complexity fans 'don't buy it, it's not for you.'

    Source: Hosts cite direct quotes from creator messagingEpisode 195 – Distract The Assets
  • factualmedium

    The code is in early stages with a pending Homepin update

    Source: Knapp ArcadeHomepin's This is Spinal Tap Pinball Now on Location at Pinball Hall of Fame
  • factualmedium

    The specific machine at Hall of Fame is one of three prototypes produced by Homepin

    Source: Knapp Arcade reportingHomepin's This is Spinal Tap Pinball Now on Location at Pinball Hall of Fame
  • factualhigh

    HomePin's production capacity for Spinal Tap through mid-2023 is already sold out

    Source: Martin (citing Mike from HomePin)Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast September 2022 recap
  • factualhigh

    HomePin Spinal Tap received mixed reception at Pinfest Australia, forcing downgrade from 'production models' to 'prototype models' positioning

    Source: MartinPinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast September 2022 recap
  • factualhigh

    This Is Spinal Tap had weak flipper strength due to light flipper bats

    Source: Martin RobbinsEp 61: License To Tilt
  • factualhigh

    This is Spinal Tap Pinball is priced at $9,495 USD and $14,195 AUD

    Source: Knapp Arcade reporting official pricingNew Details on This is Spinal Tap Pinball...The First Video, Pricing, Etc.
  • predictionhigh

    Delivery schedule information will be available next week

    Source: Knapp ArcadeNew Details on This is Spinal Tap Pinball...The First Video, Pricing, Etc.
  • factualhigh

    A promotional video of This is Spinal Tap Pinball has been released

    Source: Knapp ArcadeNew Details on This is Spinal Tap Pinball...The First Video, Pricing, Etc.
  • factualhigh

    Homepin is a Taiwan-based pinball manufacturer

    Source: Pinball News articleTHIS IS SPINAL TAP REVEALED
  • factualhigh

    Homepin uses opto switches and Hall-Effect sensors instead of traditional mechanical switches

    Source: Pinball News articleTHIS IS SPINAL TAP REVEALED
  • factualhigh

    HomePin shipped two This is Spinal Tap pinball machines to Newcastle Pinball Association's 2022 Pinfest for official launch

    Source: Knapp ArcadeScheduled Launch for This is Spinal Tap Pinball is Happening Soon
  • factualhigh

    This is Spinal Tap pinball will make its public debut at Pinfest on Saturday September 18th and Sunday September 19th

    Source: Pinfest schedulingThe First Two This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines Have Shipped
  • factualhigh

    HomePin has shipped its first two This is Spinal Tap pinball machines to Pinfest in Newcastle, Australia

    Source: HomePin announcement (via Knapp Arcade)The First Two This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines Have Shipped
  • factualhigh

    This is Spinal Tap pinball has not been officially revealed beyond a picture or two

    Source: Knapp Arcade authorCloseup of This is Spinal Tap Pinball Playfield Layout
  • factualhigh

    Homepin has made the service manual for This is Spinal Tap pinball publicly available

    Source: Knapp ArcadeCloseup of This is Spinal Tap Pinball Playfield Layout
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's Spinal Tap will officially debut at Newcastle Pinfest on September 17, 2022

    Source: Knapp Arcade (via Eclectic Gamers Podcast)Homepin's Spinal Tap Pinball to Officially Debut During Third Week of September
  • factualhigh

    HomePin previously shared official playfield imagery for Spinal Tap

    Source: HomePin (reported by Knapp Arcade)Homepin Shows Several Spinal Tap Pinball Machines on the Production Line
  • factualhigh

    Shaker motors are standard equipment on Spinal Tap

    Source: HomePin social media (reported by Knapp Arcade)Homepin Shows Several Spinal Tap Pinball Machines on the Production Line
  • factualhigh

    HomePin has multiple Spinal Tap pinball cabinets in production

    Source: HomePin social media (reported by Knapp Arcade)Homepin Shows Several Spinal Tap Pinball Machines on the Production Line
  • factualhigh

    Demand for This is Spinal Tap is high

    Source: Homepin Facebook pageHomepin Shares Picture of This is Spinal Tap Pinball
  • factualhigh

    Homepin is currently building This is Spinal Tap machines

    Source: Homepin Facebook pageHomepin Shares Picture of This is Spinal Tap Pinball
  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap will support easy software upgrades without a hand-held programmer

    Source: Australian distributorHomepin to Start Final Spinal Tap Pinball Assembly In June
  • factualhigh

    Thunderbirds required a hand-held programmer for software updates

    Source: Distributor statement (implicit)Homepin to Start Final Spinal Tap Pinball Assembly In June
  • factualhigh

    Spinal Tap final assembly will begin in June

    Source: Australian distributor via Knapp ArcadeHomepin to Start Final Spinal Tap Pinball Assembly In June
  • factualmedium

    Homepin's This is Spinal Tap games are in final testing

    Source: Knapp Arcade article headlineTHIS WEEK'S ARCADE & PINBALL NEWS - 4/8/2022
  • factualhigh

    HomePin is conducting CE testing with the first Spinal Tap pinball machine

    Source: RS-Pinball GmbH (via Knapp Arcade)First Look at Homepin's This is Spinal Tap Pinball. Games are in Final Testing.
  • factualmedium

    First batch of games is slated for Europe

    Source: Knapp Arcade (citing distributor information)First Look at Homepin's This is Spinal Tap Pinball. Games are in Final Testing.
  • factualhigh

    Homepin is developing This Is Spinal Tap pinball machine and provided a gameplay update

    Source: Knapp ArcadeTHIS WEEK'S ARCADE & PINBALL NEWS - 3/25/2022
  • factualhigh

    This Is Spinal Tap shipments are contingent on code completion

    Source: Knapp Arcade reportingHomepin’s This Is Spinal Tap Pinball Update
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's distributors are 'handling all promotion' for the game

    Source: Knapp Arcade reportingHomepin’s This Is Spinal Tap Pinball Update
  • factualhigh

    Flooding in Australia caused damage to the animator's office being used for Spinal Tap animation work

    Source: Knapp Arcade reportingHomepin’s This Is Spinal Tap Pinball Update
  • factualhigh

    Homepin has received 31 cabinets for final assembly of This Is Spinal Tap

    Source: Knapp Arcade reportingHomepin’s This Is Spinal Tap Pinball Update
  • factualhigh

    HomePin published an update on Spinal Tap Pinball

    Source: Knapp Arcade news roundupTHIS WEEK'S ARCADE & PINBALL NEWS - 3/4/2022
  • factualhigh

    Chinese New Year shutdown causes 2-4 week production halt for manufacturers and suppliers in Asia

    Source: Jonathan Houston, Martin EyrePinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast January 2022 recap
  • factualmedium

    HomePin's owner's behavior has been criticized by the community

    Source: Knapp ArcadePARTS ARE ARRIVING FOR HOMEPIN'S NEXT PINBALL MACHINE, SPINAL TAP
  • factualhigh

    Parts for HomePin's Spinal Tap pinball machine have been steadily arriving at the factory

    Source: Knapp Arcade / Pinball MonkPARTS ARE ARRIVING FOR HOMEPIN'S NEXT PINBALL MACHINE, SPINAL TAP
  • rumorlow

    Homepin's next game in development is 'This Is Spinal Tap' themed

    Source: Pinside forum (via Knapp Arcade)PINBALL RUMOR: "This is Spinal Tap" pinball
  • factualhigh

    Homepin relocated from Shenzhen, China to Taiwan due to personal reasons and Chinese government restrictions

    Source: Pinball NewsREVIEW OF THE YEAR 2020
  • factualhigh

    Homepin moved from China to Taiwan due to Chinese government regulations and coronavirus concerns

    Source: Mike Kalinowski facility photos; direct discussionPinball Industry News: February 2020 Re-cap
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's Ride the Wave prototype based on Ice Cold Beer mechanics received positive feedback at Chinese coin-op amusement trade show

    Source: Martin Eyob's interview with Homepin owner Mike KalinowskiPinball Industry News: May 2019 Re-cap
  • factualhigh

    Homepin's Thunderbirds machines are making their first North American appearance at NWPAS 2018

    Source: Pinball NewsNORTHWEST PINBALL & ARCADE SHOW 2018: SET-UP
  • factualmedium

    The Thunderbirds game title was originally 'Thunderbirds Are Go' but changed to just 'Thunderbirds'

    Source: Pinball NewsNORTHWEST PINBALL & ARCADE SHOW 2018: SET-UP
  • factualmedium

    HomePin is based in Australia and operates a world-class factory in China

    Source: Seth HolderThe Spinner Is Lit - Episode 5: Batting the ball around
  • Episode 5 - So far so goodJul 18, 2018
  • Australian pinball manufacturer; experiencing shipping delays and routing Canadian orders before original Australian investors as per Mike's management decision

    Episode 10 - SPECIALWHENLICIOUS!!!Aug 22, 2018
  • Australian manufacturer led by Mike; praised for 'greatest pinball interview ever' conducted with Dr. John on Aussie Pinball Podcast; unique business model of not prioritizing sales

    The Pinball Show Ep 141 BONUS: Gee Thanks-GivingNov 21, 2023
  • Predicted to stop pinball production but continue parts business; criticized for lack of passion and quality concerns.

    The Pinball Show Ep 188 BONUS: MORE 2026 Pinball PredictionsJan 27, 2026
  • Homebrew game company; created Spinal Tap; currently shipping units with noted code issues

    DPP #67 "There's a problem at the Punny Factory!"Sep 8, 2023
  • Interview subject; recent interview with Mike discussed in episode

    The Pinball Show Ep 130: Into The Pini-VerseJun 20, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; just revealed Spinal Tap at $9,500 with limited features; criticized as dead on arrival

    Episode 722: "A Gomez Masterpiece Coming!"Sep 19, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; Spinal Tap machine entering final assembly June; software updated for easy upgrades without handheld programmer

    The Pinball Show Ep 102: Let It GoJun 7, 2022
  • Manufacturer Kaneda doesn't favor for producing his dream themes

    Episode 985: "How I Would Handle Stern's LE Problem"Aug 15, 2024
  • Credited in the satirical Joe Exotic pinball machine fake announcement

    Final Round Pinball Podcast: A Bowl Of Super Sponsors 2Feb 13, 2022
  • Boutique manufacturer; mentioned as example company Kaneda does NOT want replicated

    Episode 833: "A New Pinball Company / Game Today?"Aug 15, 2023
  • Australian pinball manufacturer, mentioned as potential maker of Beavis and Butthead

    Ep 34: Hot Tub Tilt MachineMay 22, 2021
  • Australian pinball manufacturer releasing Thunderbirds in US; founder Mike with 'Australian attitude'; Thunderbirds pricing $4,999

    episode 14. at the table or what will we talk about? (1)Jul 22, 2018
  • Shipping Spinal Tap; Kaneda dismisses as unworthy of discussion

    Episode 876: "TWIPY Move To Make Kaneda Lose?"Nov 18, 2023
  • Manufacturer with Spinal Tap game; Kaneda identifies as negatively impacted by Bond launch

    FINALLY!!!! A NEW STERN! BOND!!!Sep 7, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; releasing Spinal Tap title Saturday; criticized for weak brand recognition and dated tech choices.

    Episode 720: "Kaneda Predicts Elwin Bond!"Sep 15, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer (China/Taiwan-based); revealed Spinal Tap game; criticized for poor marketing and product reveal strategy

    Episode 721: "Spinal Tap & The Franchi Tri-Fecta Coming!"Sep 16, 2022
  • Manufacturer of Blues Brothers machine; declared 'game over' by Kaneda for poor design and market misunderstanding

    Episode 943: "Around The Pinball World"Apr 29, 2024
  • Boutique manufacturer; included in Kaneda's challenge

    Episode 799: "Kaneda's Boutique Pinball Free Lunch Challenge!"May 2, 2023
  • Defunct pinball company; attempted Spinal Tap game; Kaneda declares no viable path forward

    2.24 Saturday Morning Spectacular "You're Welcome"Feb 26, 2024
  • Chinese pinball manufacturer; released Blues Brothers; prices around $4,500 per machine

    Episode 27: Barrels of Speculation - So Many New Pinball Machines in 2025!Mar 17, 2025
  • Taiwan-based manufacturer of Spinal Tap pinball; explicitly targets non-enthusiasts; received F grade

    Episode 816: "Kaneda's Candid Take on Everybody Else"Jun 23, 2023
  • Boutique manufacturer producing Spinal Tap

    Episode 651: "My Weird Al Thoughts"Feb 22, 2022
  • Small manufacturer working on Spinal Tap release; host predicts poor sales and uncertain future

    Episode 691: "The Exciting Stuff Coming in Pinball"Jul 1, 2022
  • Manufacturer of Thunderbirds pinball machine

    Arcade Expo 5.0 Spring Classics Tournament PlayoffsMay 18, 2020
  • Pinball manufacturer; created Thunderbirds; announced Labyrinth game at $10,600-$11,500; stated goal of making pinball for non-pinball people

    The Pinball Podcast Episode 221 - Ball is LifeOct 18, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer; Kaneda dismisses as low-quality producer; reportedly planning movie-based $5,000 game

    Episode 811: "It's Onto The Next For JJP & AP"Jun 17, 2023
  • Australian-founded boutique manufacturer with factory in China; developing Thunderbirds with focus on quality and lower pricing; not taking pre-orders

    The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 5: Batting the ball aroundApr 25, 2017
  • Kaneda dismisses company; uncertain if Spinal Tap is shipping; minimal discussion warranted

    Episode 920: "What 14 Pinball Companies Have Going On"Feb 29, 2024
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer based in Taiwan, producing custom and open-source games including Blues Brothers

    Interview with Pedretti Gaming; The Creation of Zoltar; Blues Brothers Pinball Factory PicturesFeb 25, 2026
  • Taiwanese pinball manufacturer known for Thunderbirds; announcing Spinal Tap as next title

    Pinball Omnibus: Episode 8Sep 13, 2021
  • Smaller/homebrew manufacturer showing Blues Brothers gameplay; represents emerging market opportunity for non-traditional manufacturers

    Pinball Omnibus Episode 12Sep 17, 2024
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; reproduces Hankin boards and coils for restoration support

    Australian Pinball: The Story About Hankin - Pinball Expo 2024 - Stephen SmithOct 18, 2024
  • Manufacturer of This Is Spinal Tap pinball; released poorly-received marketing trailer focusing on model rather than gameplay

    Episode 191 - PeachesApr 16, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; producing Spinal Tap (all current units considered prototypes) and other themed games targeting casual buyers; adding center post to all production Spinal Taps based on location test feedback

    Episode 196 - Tears of the PotterJun 25, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer; produced Thunderbirds and developing hopping zombie-themed game for Chinese market

    Episode 100 - CentenarianNov 3, 2019
  • Australian pinball manufacturer; released Blues Brothers at lowest MSRP on market ($4,950); uses open-source software model

    Episode 218 - Open Source BluesApr 28, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer; announced Spinal Tap game

    Episode 158 - Rush Those StatsJan 9, 2022
  • Taiwan-based manufacturer; released Spinal Tap pinball photo; criticized for design quality and feature redundancy

    Episode 169 - Street Level 2042Jun 12, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; strongly criticized for Blues Brothers machine quality by Don Garrison

    PNP 600- Santa Orby Chats W Colin A, Josh R, Jeff T., Mike D., GlennTheSk8boarder AND MORE!Dec 20, 2024
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer used as comparative benchmark (expected to underperform Road Tripping manufacturer)

    PNP 603- Road Trip+NEW Dave Fix?+ Tarrif Trouble+ SUCKED Into A WormholeFeb 7, 2025
  • Boutique manufacturer on ranking list; known for Thunderbirds, upcoming Spinal Tap release

    Episode 175 - Welcome to SurvivorSep 4, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; exhibited Thunderbirds at show

    VANCOUVER FLIPOUT PINBALL EXPO 2018Sep 7, 2018
  • Pinball manufacturer with The Blues Brothers machine displayed at show

    UK PINFEST 2025Aug 30, 2025
  • Taiwan-based pinball manufacturer; created This Is Spinal Tap machine; UK distributor is Retro Arcade Specialists

    UK PINFEST 2023Sep 3, 2023
  • Taiwan-based pinball manufacturer that developed This is Spinal Tap

    THIS IS SPINAL TAP REVEALEDSep 16, 2022
  • Manufacturer; no statement yet on tariff response at time of article writing

    TARIFFS - WHERE NOW?Apr 8, 2025
  • Producer of Thunderbirds and China Zombies; relocated from Shenzhen, China to Taiwan in early 2020; focused on replacement boards and arcade parts manufacturing

    REVIEW OF THE YEAR 2020Jan 3, 2021
  • Modern manufacturer of custom/open-source games (Thunderbirds Are Go, This is Spinal Tap)

    PINBALL ACRONYMSAug 7, 2019
  • Pinball manufacturer showcasing Thunderbirds machines at the show, making North American debut

    NORTHWEST PINBALL & ARCADE SHOW 2018: SET-UPJun 8, 2018
  • Manufacturer with two models displayed at EPC 2025

    EUROPEAN PINBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2025Jun 8, 2025
  • Featured This Is Spinal Tap (early model with design modifications in development)

    EAG INTERNATIONAL EXPOJan 19, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer with one title to date; games displayed at Pinball Heaven stand

    EAG INTERNATIONAL 2019Jan 17, 2019
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; The Blues Brothers displayed at Retro Arcade Specialists stand

    EAG EXPO 2025Jan 16, 2025
  • Boutique manufacturer represented in newer machines section

    ARCADE EXPO 2019Mar 16, 2019
  • British boutique manufacturer; Mike Kalinowski building Thunderbirds machines; developing second game for Chinese market

    2018 - REVIEW OF THE YEARDec 31, 2018
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer preparing sub-$5k licensed game reveal for Chicago Expo

    Homepin Confirms Expo Reveal of “Pinball For Non-Pinball People”Sep 28, 2023
  • Taiwanese boutique pinball manufacturer; produces custom and open-source games including This is Spinal Tap

    Homepin’s This is Spinal Tap Now ShippingSep 7, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer announcing shipping timeline for This Is Spinal Tap

    Homepin to Begin Shipping This is Spinal Tap Pinball in “a Couple of Weeks”Aug 1, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer announcing design modification to This is Spinal Tap

    Homepin Adds Center Post to All Future This is Spinal Tap Pinball MachinesJun 22, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer producing Thunderbirds, This is Spinal Tap, and developing third licensed game; recently relocated from China to Taiwan

    Homepin Working on New Sub-$5,000 Licensed Game Based on "Extremely Famous" MovieJun 14, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer with factory operations in Taiwan

    Behind-the-Scenes Look at Homepin’s Taiwan FactoryMay 16, 2023
  • Australian/Taiwan-based boutique pinball manufacturer; previously released Thunderbirds pinball; second major commercial release is This is Spinal Tap

    Homepin Launches Official Trailer for Its This is Spinal Tap Pinball MachineApr 6, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer with factory in Taiwan; produces custom and open-source games including This is Spinal Tap

    Homepin Resumes Production of This is Spinal Tap Pinball MachinesMar 6, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer producing This is Spinal Tap; created three prototypes before retail production

    Homepin's This is Spinal Tap Pinball Now on Location at Pinball Hall of FameOct 26, 2022
  • Manufacturer of This is Spinal Tap pinball machine

    New Video of Homepin's This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machine Attract ModeSep 20, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer revealing This is Spinal Tap Pinball

    New Details on This is Spinal Tap Pinball...The First Video, Pricing, Etc.Sep 16, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer shipping This is Spinal Tap machines

    Scheduled Launch for This is Spinal Tap Pinball is Happening SoonSep 15, 2022
  • Boutique pinball machine manufacturer that shipped first This is Spinal Tap machines

    The First Two This is Spinal Tap Pinball Machines Have ShippedAug 11, 2022
  • Pinball machine manufacturer developing This is Spinal Tap pinball machine

    Closeup of This is Spinal Tap Pinball Playfield LayoutAug 8, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer developing This is Spinal Tap game

    Homepin's Spinal Tap Pinball to Officially Debut During Third Week of SeptemberJul 31, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer based in Taiwan; manufacturer of Spinal Tap

    Homepin Shows Several Spinal Tap Pinball Machines on the Production LineJun 13, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer producing custom and licensed games; known for open-source designs and games like Blues Brothers and Thunderbirds

    Homepin Shares Picture of This is Spinal Tap PinballJun 8, 2022
  • Boutique pinball machine manufacturer known for custom and open-source games; producing Spinal Tap pinball

    Homepin to Start Final Spinal Tap Pinball Assembly In JuneJun 2, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer with This is Spinal Tap game in final testing as of April 2022

    THIS WEEK'S ARCADE & PINBALL NEWS - 4/8/2022Apr 8, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer developing This is Spinal Tap

    New Pictures of Homepin's This is Spinal Tap PlayfieldApr 7, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer based in Austria; developer of This is Spinal Tap pinball in final testing

    First Look at Homepin's This is Spinal Tap Pinball. Games are in Final Testing.Apr 1, 2022
  • International pinball manufacturer; developing This Is Spinal Tap pinball machine

    THIS WEEK'S ARCADE & PINBALL NEWS - 3/25/2022Mar 25, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer producing This Is Spinal Tap

    Homepin’s This Is Spinal Tap Pinball UpdateMar 25, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; Spinal Tap Pinball receiving updates

    THIS WEEK'S ARCADE & PINBALL NEWS - 3/4/2022Mar 4, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer producing This is Spinal Tap pinball machine

    Update On Spinal Tap Pinball From DistributorFeb 27, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer with one update mentioned

    WEEKLY-ISH ARCADE AND PINBALL NEWS - 1/31/2022Jan 31, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; developing Spinal Tap as second commercial release after Thunderbirds

    PARTS ARE ARRIVING FOR HOMEPIN'S NEXT PINBALL MACHINE, SPINAL TAPJan 16, 2022
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; developer of Thunderbirds; rumored developer of 'This Is Spinal Tap' pinball

    PINBALL RUMOR: "This is Spinal Tap" pinballAug 31, 2021
  • Boutique manufacturer; Don speculates they may hold Christmas Vacation license

    DPP E2 "Bond 60th reveal! Stern updates for the new year! Thoughts on Godfather"Jan 4, 2023
  • Chinese pinball manufacturer producing Thunderbirds and other titles; manufactures nearly all components in-house; focuses on Chinese market expansion

    Volume 4 Announcement EveMay 17, 2019
  • Australian pinball manufacturer building games in Taiwan; announced Blues Brothers machine targeting non-expert buyers at $5k price point; controversial for non-playable show demo and open-source code plan

    DPP #118 "Jaws bili, Wick coming, and some Blues"Apr 27, 2024
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; released Spinal Tap ~1 year ago; now announcing Blues Brothers under $5K with open-source code; controversial owner history

    DPP #117 "Pinball Blues! Brother, that's a bad title"Apr 21, 2024
  • Boutique/homebrew-adjacent pinball manufacturer; Spinal Tap has been in development for 1+ year with minimal public availability; creator has made controversial anti-American statements

    DPP #119 "Rumors!"May 2, 2024
  • Referenced as platform/manufacturing partner for Alice Goes to Wonderland

    Alice Goes to Wonderland Pinball ~ Late June 2025 Development UpdateJun 25, 2025
  • Australia-based manufacturer producing pinball machines in China; Blues Brothers and Thunderbirds machines cost $4,500-$4,600 including shipping; market reference point for affordable home pinball

    Can you buy a brand new pinball machine for less than $1000?May 31, 2025
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer with Spinal Tap in production

    BDYETP 69: Toy Story Revealed, Spinal Tap in Production, NFT Pinball, Seeking a Whale, Al's Almost Here, No Fear ReviewJul 3, 2022
  • Pinball manufacturer; released This Is Spinal Tap; delegating marketing to distributors

    BDYETP 77: We played the new games and saw Punny FactoryApr 25, 2023
  • Manufacturer of Thunderbirds machine; criticized for design and playability issues

    DPP #135 "Road Trip! Jaws has landed in the PNW!"Jul 14, 2024
  • Australian budget manufacturer; Don reframes their Blues Brothers machine as consumer novelty furniture rather than commercial-grade competitive product

    DPP #141 "Pinball rules! Trent Kennedy interview!"Aug 24, 2024
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer operated by Mike Kalinowski; produces games including Spinal Tap and Thunderbirds; no US distribution; ~1,000 Facebook followers

    Ep 112: Save That Cat!Jul 10, 2023
  • Pinball manufacturer; released poorly-received trailer for Spinal Tap pinball machine

    Episode 204 – Proof and TruthApr 19, 2023
  • Maker of Spinal Tap; sales underperforming due to creator's explicit anti-market messaging discouraging tournament players and rules complexity enthusiasts; one machine on location at Pinball Hall of Fame

    Episode 195 – Distract The AssetsNov 15, 2022
  • Homebrew pinball manufacturer, Mike Kalinowski gave seminar at UK Pin Test with Thunderbird's machine

    Pinball Industry News: August 2018 Re-capSep 2, 2018
  • Mentioned as potential source of Thunderbirds game gift to Petey

    Episode 189: Pinside PeteyApr 1, 2019
  • Manufacturer of Blues Brothers homebrew; machine was non-functional throughout expo

    Chicago Pinball Expo 2025 Review. We chat and show videos of the latest games!Oct 24, 2025
  • Pinball parts manufacturer with factory in Taiwan; provides same-day parts availability to local players; previously based in China

    Episode 428: Pinball in TaiwanOct 4, 2025
  • Spinal Tap pinball machine entering final assembly in June; software update capability without handheld programmer

    The Pinball Show Ep 102: Let It GoJun 7, 2022
  • Pinball content creator/media outlet; interviewed by hosts; Mike from Home Pin featured in recent episode

    The Pinball Show Ep 130: Into The Pini-VerseJun 20, 2023
  • Taiwan-based pinball manufacturer; producing Spinal Tap pinball; known for Thunderbirds as first title

    The Pinball Show Ep 73.5: Stern‘s Next Cornerstone Release Date, Mini-Interview w/Homepin‘s Mike, & Online Platform WarsSep 6, 2021
  • Mike's company making Spinal Tap machine, criticized for poor reliability at shows, inflated ego, relocated from China to Taiwan

    Episode 215 – StickersSep 18, 2023
  • Taiwanese pinball manufacturer known for controversial design decisions and poor marketing strategy; producing Blues Brothers open-source machine

    Episode 227 – Better Late Than NeverApr 23, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer developing Blues Brothers game; using Stars playfield as design base with modifications; reportedly making Spinal Tap prototypes

    Episode 228 – Shoot To ThrillMay 14, 2024
  • Pinball manufacturer; has produced Thunderbirds and other games; hiring Joe Balzer to establish Taiwan production line; described as primarily parts supplier/company rather than full manufacturer

    Episode 167 – Bill Of PotatoesMay 20, 2021
  • Australian pinball manufacturer with Chinese factory; producing Thunderbirds Are Go; also produces reproduction PCB boards and Hankin games; first production pinball game is Thunderbirds

    Pinball Industry News: April 2018 Re-capMay 2, 2018
  • Taiwan-based manufacturing with Australian leadership (Mike Kalinowski); licensed Blues Brothers game targeting sub-$5,000 market segment; known for Thunderbirds and This Is Spinal Tap titles

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2024 recapMay 2, 2024
  • Taiwan-based pinball manufacturer developing This Is Spinal Tap; affected by Chinese New Year shutdown

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast January 2022 recapFeb 3, 2022
  • Australian-China-based manufacturer working on Thunderbirds new production run and Ride the Wave prototype game

    Pinball Industry News: May 2019 Re-capJun 3, 2019
  • Taiwan-based boutique manufacturer; produced Spinal Tap home pinball; reported production sold through mid-2023

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast September 2022 recapOct 4, 2022
  • Taiwan-based pinball manufacturer relocated from China; contracted veteran designers Joe Balser and Jeff Bush for licensed title launching before Christmas 2021

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News PINcast April 2021May 2, 2021
  • Homebrew/boutique pinball manufacturer mentioned as non-US tariff-impacted source

    Pinball Magazine & Pinball News November 2020 recap PINcastDec 3, 2020
  • Chinese pinball manufacturer relocating to Taiwan; previously forced to relocate within China by government; producing non-pinball games including Ride the Wave; located near Taiwanese company Weche

    Pinball Industry News: February 2020 Re-capMar 3, 2020
  • Recently moved to Taiwan; halted manufacturing; supply chain disrupted by China COVID-19 impact

    Pinball Industry News: March 2020 Re-capApr 1, 2020
  • Australian manufacturer shipping Thunderbird machines; implemented metal pallet system for transport; developing second title targeting Chinese market

    Pinball Industry News: December 2018 Re-capJan 2, 2019
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; produced Star Wars home version with unique assets distinct from commercial Stern release

    Episode 317: QUEEN Pinball hype with Marc SilkOct 3, 2021
  • Australian pinball manufacturer founded in 2013, manufactures in China using metric specifications

    Pinball Down Under Part 3: Home Pin?!Jul 21, 2025
  • Listed as boutique manufacturer in modern pinball landscape

    Episode 3 - Boutique ManufacturersNov 6, 2023
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; bringing Blues Brothers game to American Expo for first time via Tommy Floyd; British/European-based operation

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Ep 30 Part 2 - Exclusive interview Rob Berk - Pinball Expo!Oct 12, 2025
  • Boutique manufacturer with Blues Brothers game eligible for 2025 TWIPY awards

    The 2025 TWIPY Pinball Awards: Full Winners and RecapFeb 18, 2026
  • Boutique pinball manufacturer; produced previous Star Wars pinball game

    The Mandalorian Pinball LE Review | Stern’s Stunning Grogu Upgrade & GameplaySep 23, 2025
  • Chinese manufacturer; Blues Brothers game (rare) being brought to Expo; also stocking Bitronic games

    Rob Berk InterviewSep 26, 2025
  • Blues Brothers criticized as fundamentally unfun with overly open playfield lacking challenge or engagement

    Rapid Pinball Review on the Games of 2025!Jan 25, 2026
  • Open-source pinball manufacturer; reportedly attending Expo with Blues Brothers reset button capability updates

    Pinball Junk Drawer Episode 83 - Expo Dreams and Pinball Machines!Oct 9, 2025
  • Manufacturer that moved operations from China to Taiwan; emailed podcast hosts with corrections and context about their manufacturing setup

    The Seasoned Vet Keith ElwinOct 3, 2025
  • Current cheapest pinball manufacturer at ~$5,000; used as price benchmark for Deeproot's ambitions

    Episode 66 – Expo recap with Krystle Gemnich and Jeff TeolisOct 22, 2018
  • UK-based pinball manufacturer; represented at Expo by Nitro Pinball distributor; games like 'Blues Brothers' featured

    Dirty Pool Podcast - Ep18 - Organizing Pinball Expo with Rob BerkSep 24, 2025
  • Boutique manufacturer; considered reliable for pre-order fulfillment

    Episode 42 – Exclusive Andrew Heighway interview + Stern Superman 1978 + BeetlejuiceMay 7, 2018
  • Boutique manufacturer mentioned with no current activity reported.

    Episode 1154: "Why TWD Remastered LE Sells Out"Oct 31, 2025
  • Company rumored to have deal with Rick to remake Bally Williams games at $6,000 price point (unconfirmed)

    Episode 1165: "The Dawn of The New Pinball Collection Has Begun"Nov 29, 2025
  • Manufacturer criticized for Thunderbirds design; lack of expert consultation cited as cause of poor reception

    Episode 79 – Orange Is The New BlackFeb 11, 2019
  • Australian/New Zealand manufacturer; teased new game with greyed-out image; controversy over shipping first machine to Canada instead of Australia

    Episode 70 – ROTORDAVE has a better Pinball collection than youNov 19, 2018
  • Released Blues Brothers; characterized as not competitive with current industry standard

    Kaneda's Pinball Podcast 2025 Kudos Awards ShowJan 3, 2026