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Karl DeAngelo

personactive178 mentionsFirst seen Jan 11, 2013Last seen Apr 2, 2026

Profile

Karl DeAngelo is a person mentioned in 1 episode(s).

Aliases

Carl D'Angelo

Relationships

  • affiliated_withDavid Van NessCo-designer/collaborator on Winchester Mystery House gamemedium
  • appears_inZach and NicoleAppeared with on Winchester Mystery House Pinball episodemedium

Facts

  • intelligence_frequency_spikecould be in reference to winchester coverage or dungeon crawler carl rumorsexpertfrom 2026-03-02

Claims (69)

  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo became an official game designer for Barrels of Fun in 2025 with the instantly sold-out Winchester Mystery House.

    Source: Jeff TillisEpisode 436: Pinball Profile Top 10 Most Intriguing People of 2025
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo (Barrels of Fun founder) is a huge fan of Dungeon Crawler Carl.

    Source: Cale HernandezPinball Roundtable - Pokémon Pinball is Here...and American Pinball is Changing!
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo was photographed in Dungeon Crawler Carl costume for Halloween, fueling speculation

    Source: This Week in Pinball community observationCounter Narratives
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo, Barrels of Fun's designer, is a significant fan of the Dungeon Crawler Carl book series

Recent Mentions (179)

  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House, referenced as creator of full-package game

    Episode 1206: "URGENT!!! Why Dune May Become a Cult Classic!!!!"Apr 2, 2026
  • Pinball designer (IE Pinball), newly hired by Barrels of Fun as designer of Winchester Mystery House

    Barrels of Fun Reveals Winchester Mystery HouseOct 14, 2025
  • First-time pinball designer, tournament competitor, Twitch streamer (IEPinball channel), designer of Winchester Mystery House

    Pinball Expo 2025: A Year of Mystery and MagicOct 26, 2025
  • Debut designer for Winchester Mystery House at Barrels of Fun

    The Best Pinball Machines of 2025 RankedDec 30, 2025
  • Designer credited with Winchester Mystery House; cited as example of thematic integration capability for hypothetical DCC machine

    Get Ready for a Dungeon Crawler Carl Pinball MachineMar 13, 2026
  • New pinball designer; designed Winchester for Barrels of Fun; emerging talent on industry scene

    039 - Beetlejuice @ Pinball on Perry - 1st impressionsMar 16, 2026

Contradictions

No contradictions detected

Related Glossary Terms

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Source: Knapp Arcade citing community commentary and Halloween costume referenceThe Name of Jersey Jack's Connected System?; Rumor About American Pinball's Next Title; Rumor About a Future Barrels of Fun Game
  • factualhigh

    The sprint-to-room feature allows casual players to experience modes and narrative without worrying about point accumulation

    Source: Winchester Mystery House design philosophy explanation🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun with Karl DeAngelo
  • opinionhigh

    Winchester Mystery House historical background inspired complex, non-linear room progression in pinball design

    Source: Thematic design commentary🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun with Karl DeAngelo
  • factualhigh

    The game includes an instrument target system that lights the captive ball to call spirits

    Source: Instrument mechanic explanation🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun with Karl DeAngelo
  • factualhigh

    Karl's preferred strategy is to progress from Venetian to daisy bedroom without starting modes to maximize accumulated mode values

    Source: Karl's personal gameplay strategy🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun with Karl DeAngelo
  • factualhigh

    During multiplier modes (2X/3X), spirits collect player score instead of awarding it immediately; points are only collected if player reaches the spider web shot before time expires

    Source: Spirit multiball mechanic explanation🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun with Karl DeAngelo
  • factualhigh

    The basement mode scare mechanic occurs at consistent 16-beat intervals following a left-right-spinner-lunge pattern

    Source: Basement mode mechanical explanation🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun with Karl DeAngelo
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo designed Winchester Mystery House to feel like a board game

    Source: Mrs. JWinchester, Beetlejuice, Walking Dead Pinball Machines - Scary Pinball Themes
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo is the first elite-level tournament player to design a modern pinball machine in recent years

    Source: Travis (observed Keith Elwin was previously only answer)Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 69 - Get that Butyrate out of here!
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo designed Winchester Mystery House almost entirely by himself using self-taught Solidworks

    Source: Joel (citing Travis/Barrels engineer)Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 69 - Get that Butyrate out of here!
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo met David Van Ness through Fast Slack channel in January 2024 where he was posting about his homebrew

    Source: Karl DeAngeloWinchester Mystery House Pinball with Karl DeAngelo
  • opinionhigh

    The playfield geometry in Winchester has minimal rejects and flows smoothly due to 20-25 years of Karl's pinball playing and restoration experience

    Source: Karl DeAngeloWinchester Mystery House Pinball with Karl DeAngelo
  • predictionhigh

    Karl DeAngelo will work on future projects for Barrels of Fun beyond Winchester

    Source: Karl DeAngeloWinchester Mystery House Pinball with Karl DeAngelo
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo is a first-time pinball designer.

    Source: Matt OwenPinball Expo 2025: A Year of Mystery and Magic
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo is a tournament pinball competitor and Twitch streamer known as IEPinball

    Source: KineticistPinball Expo 2025: A Year of Mystery and Magic
  • factualmedium

    Karl DeAngelo is the first to achieve wizard mode on nearly every modern pinball machine

    Source: OrbyPNP 646- 5 Rad & 1 SCARY Bad: Winchester Mystery House + Scott ROCKS!
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo (IE Pinball) is the designer of Winchester Mystery House

    Source: Official game announcementBarrels of Fun Reveals Winchester Mystery House
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo designed Winchester Mystery House

    Source: Barrels of Fun official announcementBarrels of Fun Reveals Winchester Mystery House
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo is one of the world's top pinball players

    Source: Pinball News articleWINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo runs the IE Pinball streaming operation and organizes world-class tournaments

    Source: Pinball News articleWINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE
  • factualhigh

    Indisc achieved major tournament status when it moved to the Riverside Convention Center approximately 3 years ago

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • factualhigh

    Karl's first IFPA World Championships was at Bainbridge Island at Tom McCulloch's house, where he placed sixth or seventh

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • factualhigh

    Karl won Indisc tournaments in 2015 and 2017

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • factualhigh

    Indisc was started around 2012 by Karl DeAngelo and Jim because Southern California lacked major tournaments

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • factualhigh

    Karl uses Sony ZV-1/ZV-1 Mark II cameras purchased used from Amazon for tournament streaming

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • opinionhigh

    Keeping commentators off-camera during tournament streams maintains focus on the players and game action

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • factualhigh

    Papa Pinball was the first organization to stream Indisc tournaments

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • opinionhigh

    Reviewing your own match footage and analyzing decision-making is effective for skill improvement

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • opinionmedium

    The heads-up pinball format teaches players to control rush/panic better than regular tournament play

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • opinionhigh

    Patience and proper shot planning are key skills for competitive pinball improvement, more so than speed of play

    Source: Karl DeAngeloKarl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14
  • opinionhigh

    Karl DeAngelo is an exceptionally skilled pinball player capable of hitting all shots perfectly

    Source: ManuJoker Poker (Gottlieb 1978) & Criss Cross Pop-Up (Chicago Coin 1964)
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo is an award-winning streamer

    Source: Knapp ArcadeNew Spooky Pinball Scooby Doo Stream From IE Pinball
  • opinionmedium

    Karl DeAngelo's stream of Scooby Doo is the one that people want to watch

    Source: Knapp ArcadeNew Spooky Pinball Scooby Doo Stream From IE Pinball
  • factualhigh

    Monster Zero wizard mode has no impact on Tokyo Carnage bonus scoring

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained videoGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    Carnage bonus multiplier increases by 1x for each Power/Tank/Bridge mode completed on the same ball, plus an additional 1x bonus if all three modes are played in the same city

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained videoGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    Only the unmultiplied base value from a mode counts toward the Carnage bonus; active playfield multipliers do not increase the amount added to the Carnage pool

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained video, gameplay demonstrationGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    Hitting the Destruction Jackpot increases the percentage values for Power/Tank/Bridge annihilation bonuses by 1% each

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained videoGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    If a player drains on a ball, they lose the mode-based multiplier (1x per mode) but retain the bonus multiplier from completing all three modes in a city

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained videoGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    A recent code update fixed a display bug with Tesla Strike when the player changed cities while the mode was active

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained videoGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    Bridge mode has the highest percentage contribution to the annihilation bonus compared to Power and Tank modes

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained videoGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    Ping Clash tournament qualifications begin February 17th, 2023

    Source: Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained videoGodzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo won previous INDISC tournament

    Source: Adam LefkoffINDISC 2020 - The Open Quarterfinals
  • factualhigh

    Karl DeAngelo's first Jurassic Park pinball slash competition was funded with $1,000 of his own money

    Source: Josh RoopEp 57: Deeproot to the Future!
  • factualhigh

    Jurassic Park was selected for PinClash based on it being the most commonly owned game among participants, beating Iron Maiden by five games

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • factualhigh

    PinClash will feature 24 qualified players who each completed Escape Nublar in under 4 minutes

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • factualhigh

    Karl's score of 21 billion on Whodunit lost to Kaylee George's 23 billion in a competitive match

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • factualhigh

    The $1,000 first prize for PinClash comes from Karl's personal Twitch earnings from BigBuckHunter wizard mode streams

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • predictionhigh

    InDisc January 2021 is unlikely to occur due to ongoing pandemic concerns

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • factualhigh

    24's wizard mode takes approximately 20 minutes to complete when executed perfectly

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • opinionhigh

    Code quality is more important than playfield layout in determining overall game enjoyment

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • factualhigh

    It took Karl 16 streaming days to complete the wizard mode on a modified 24 machine

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • opinionhigh

    The optimal wizard mode completion time is 25-30 minutes for player satisfaction

    Source: Pinball Profile Episode 290Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClash
  • factualhigh

    Hawkeye shot is the left orbit on Avengers Infinity Quest

    Source: Stream explanation of shot layoutAvengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode Achieved
  • factualhigh

    Captain America requires hitting Black Widow 100 bumpers to complete

    Source: Stream rules explanationAvengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode Achieved
  • factualhigh

    The Loki multiball cannot be accessed during Helicarrier multiball

    Source: Stream commentaryAvengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode Achieved
  • factualmedium

    Previous version of Battle for Earth lacked animations for the final wizard mode

    Source: Stream commentaryAvengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode Achieved
  • opinionhigh

    Battle for Earth wizard mode is highly grindy and repetitive

    Source: Stream commentaryAvengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode Achieved
  • factuallow

    Travis Dim achieved 4 million points on Battle for Earth

    Source: Stream commentary during gameplayAvengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode Achieved
  • opinionmedium

    A tournament strategy for Avengers involved only shooting Hawkeye for 9-0-1 victory

    Source: Stream commentaryAvengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode Achieved
  • factualhigh

    Reaching target score on ball 1 earns 1 stroke; failing to reach target by substantial margin results in 6-10 stroke penalty depending on threshold

    Source: Tournament player/commentator2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 1
  • factualhigh

    The pin-golf target score divisor by 5 equals the stroke increment for missing the goal

    Source: Pin-golf scoring explanation2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 2
  • factualhigh

    Project Pinball places pinball machines in hospitals and childcare units for patients and children

    Source: Charity organization description2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 2
  • factualhigh

    Jackie Laine is ranked 3390 third in the IFPA world rankings

    Source: Player introduction2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 2
  • factualmedium

    Keith Elwin destroyed Torpedo Alley in one ball in a tutorial video

    Source: Referenced tutorial content2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 2
  • opinionmedium

    Bare Core's tilt setting at this tournament is one of the friendlier tilt settings of all the pins

    Source: Machine setup observation2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 2
  • factualhigh

    IFPA tournaments use a phantom player format where players 2 and 4 plunge away balls to nearly eliminate tilters

    Source: Tournament format explanation2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 2
  • Streamer (IE Pinball), co-creator of INDISC major, software developer (NeverDrains.com, Matchplay.events), newly appointed game designer for Barrels of Fun; designed Winchester Mystery House which sold out instantly.

    Episode 436: Pinball Profile Top 10 Most Intriguing People of 2025Mar 16, 2026
  • Founder of Barrels of Fun pinball manufacturer, known Dungeon Crawler Carl fan, developing upcoming pinball titles.

    Pinball Roundtable - Pokémon Pinball is Here...and American Pinball is Changing!Mar 13, 2026
  • Competitive player; observed by Tom annihilating King Kong on IE Pinball stream

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 67 - Squashing Rumors!Aug 30, 2025
  • Code designer on Winchester Mystery House; known entity in pinball community; described as potentially 'the next Keith Elwin'

    Don's Pinball Podcast Sunday Livestream11/23/25Nov 24, 2025
  • Godzilla designer credited with creating carnage bonus challenge update that enhanced gameplay depth

    Ep 69: Episode 69Jun 5, 2023
  • Pinball streamer and tournament organizer, organized Pin Clash tournament on Jurassic Park, designed portable streaming rig

    Episode 107: Goodbye 2020Dec 31, 2020
  • California pinball personality; mentioned in joke about choosing between saving him or Keith Elwin; apparently runs or manages locations; associated with IE Pinball

    Ep 40: OverboardAug 16, 2021
  • Elite competitive pinball player, tournament organizer (In-Disc), streaming event producer (Pin Clash), guest on Final Round episode 67. Known for winning at multiple formats and for his work on In-Disc broadcast production.

    Ep 67: FOOFATHERTANKFICTIONMar 17, 2023
  • Host of IE Pinball Twitch stream covering INDISC tournament; achieved 15,600 peak viewers

    Ep 100: KaBoom and Elwin Pinball with Tim KitzrowJan 17, 2023
  • Involved in tournament operations and integrity preservation at INDISC Open finals

    #22 Dave interviews Eric Stone INDISC Open Champion The Classic Pinball PodcastJan 17, 2020
  • Known for modifying games in unconventional ways; mentioned as potential future guest

    Episode 60 – The Choice is MadeSep 14, 2017
  • Pinball content creator/streamer praised for radio voice quality, streaming dual Paragons

    Episode 71 – HiatusNov 30, 2017
  • Former Slam Tilt Podcast guest; streams Total Nuclear Annihilation on Twitch (twitch.tv/IEPinball) with professional production quality; closest to completing reactor nine

    Episode 77 – Darth BallsFeb 8, 2018
  • Streamer who donated bits and supported Slam Tilt's streaming setup upgrade

    Episode 125 – Romper RoomMar 13, 2019
  • Tournament organizer and streamer (Pinball.ie) who co-runs The Open tournament

    Episode 1 - PinmastersApr 8, 2019
  • Pinball player who achieved Reactor 9 on Total Nuclear Annihilation, beta tester for TNA code

    Episode 78 – Ripping Off Is The New Gold StandardFeb 15, 2018
  • Pinball player known for extended wizard mode challenges, completed Open Season wizard mode after ~500 attempts

    Ep 6: Pinball Polka!Jun 26, 2020
  • Recent podcast guest; won Wizards tournament at TPF; allegedly prefers Whataburger but claimed In-N-Out preference

    Ep 68: The Golden TrioApr 28, 2023
  • Barrels of Fun game designer; photographed in Dungeon Crawler Carl costume for Halloween, fueling speculation about IP ownership

    Counter NarrativesMar 6, 2026
  • Skilled pinball player in LA area; present at Ace Gogi league night

    Episode 14 - Erin Winick Anthony / Ian Goes to Hollywood!Sep 9, 2025
  • Founder/operator of IE Pinball streaming platform; accomplished wizard mode challenger; tournament organizer (Pin Clash); Twitch content creator seeking partner status; expert on streaming hardware and game capture

    Episode 159 – Raiding BitsJan 27, 2021
  • Developer of Drains Tournament Manager software used at PAPA; opposed format change; suggested queuing system implementation

    Episode 17 – PAPA Goes Pump & DumpNov 3, 2016
  • Content creator known for technical pinball streaming; mentioned for thermal sensor monitoring on flipper coils; streaming Pirates and Guns N' Roses with detailed mechanical analysis

    Episode 161 – Bringin’ It From The Top RopeFeb 24, 2021
  • IE Pinball organizer, INDISC 2022 event organizer, active competitor, tournament director managing broadcast and machine issues

    INDISC 2022 Classics Target Match Play Final RoundsDec 28, 2022
  • Podcast host who discussed Rush pinball as popular among elite tournament players

    #96 Turkey and Bull - The Classic Pinball PodcastNov 22, 2022
  • Twitch streamer at IEPinball who hosted Black Knight Sword of Rage launch party tournament

    Episode 128 – Agri-Plexing In AllentownMay 8, 2019
  • Streamer/content creator using Scorebit integration for live tournament coverage and score display in Never Drains streaming software.

    Episode 151 – Hangin’ In The PinbarSep 25, 2020
  • Designer at Barrels of Fun credited with Winchester Mystery House; wins Best Game (co-host), Best Layout and Design (co-host), Best Launch, Best Surprise, Best Sound

    The Pinball Show Episode 186 BONUS: The Best Pinball Of 2025: The Pinball Show Awards WinnersDec 17, 2025
  • Competitive pinball player, won four-strikes event at District 82

    Ep 45: Tag TeamNov 5, 2021
  • Tournament volunteer, software developer for score tracking system, advanced to classics semi-finals

    It Never Drains in Southern California 2018 - Saturday Night QualifyingJan 17, 2018
  • Co-host/commentator providing strategic analysis and tournament knowledge; producer of the broadcast

    2019 IFPA Pin-Masters Qualifying | Day 1 | Second SessionJun 2, 2020
  • Co-host and tournament commentator for California Extreme 2016 finals; involved in streaming on Twitch

    California Extreme 2016 Pinball Tournament FinalsJul 25, 2016
  • Host of IE Pinball stream, plays Mystery Castle, discusses game design and mechanical issues

    Alvin G Mystery Castle Pinball Gameplay Stream - OF DOOM!Jan 9, 2023
  • Tournament organizer and competitor in the Walking Dead finals; top 40 in world rankings; also known as 'Carlito'; works with IE Pinball; won the finals match with 95 million points

    The Walking Dead Launch Party "A" FinalsNov 7, 2014
  • Pinball content creator, tournament organizer, and commentator. Runs Critical Hit and Match Play tournaments in Southern California. Streams extensive gameplay and rules analysis of The Hobbit pinball.

    The Hobbit Pinball - v2.0 Gameplay - LONG GAMEJun 30, 2017
  • Tournament organizer, co-host/commentator for IE Pinball stream, operator/owner associated with Ace Goggi

    Godzilla On Tilt Heads-Up Launch Tournament PlayoffsDec 27, 2021
  • Director/organizer of IE Pinball and INDISC events; running the stream and tournament logistics

    INDISC 2022 Classics I PlayoffsDec 29, 2022
  • Southern California pinball player competing in City Champ 9; associated with 'It Never Drains' tournament series

    San Francisco City Champ 9: Qualifying RoundsAug 17, 2022
  • Guest on Episode 13; eliminated in Episode 12 trivia by Phil Birnbaum on pop bumper question; known for InDisc tournament; longtime competitive player; first US tournament contact for Jeff Teolis

    Ep 13: Big Buck InsanityJul 31, 2020
  • IE Pinball staff managing streaming infrastructure and equipment setup for tournament broadcast

    INDISC 2019 - Classics I Playoffs - QuarterfinalsMar 3, 2019
  • Tournament competitor and IE Pinball regular who advanced to finals; operates streaming setup

    Total Nuclear Annihilation Launch Tournament - QuarterfinalsNov 21, 2017
  • Referenced as high-level competitive player/streamer (Karl Tuned In) whose playthroughs are used to validate game completeness online

    Episode 95 - Playfield MultipliersAug 11, 2025
  • Organizer of PIN Clash tournament; competitive streamer

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 31 - Only Pinball Talk And Lots Of It!Feb 12, 2023
  • Tournament organizer for PinClash; known for Critical Hit tournament format

    PinClash - Avengers Infinity QuestOct 18, 2021
  • Tournament organizer and streamer for Pinball at the Lab 2021, running IE Pinball coverage from Riverside Game Lab

    Pinball at the Lab 2021 - PlayoffsAug 29, 2023
  • Tournament commentator, streaming/video producer, competitive player; host of the stream and primary voice throughout Day 2

    2019 IFPA Pin-Masters Qualifying | Day 2 | First SessionJun 3, 2020
  • Tournament organizer and operator of IE Pinball/It Never Drains, streaming from venue

    Pinball at the Lab 2022 - Qualification RoundsAug 31, 2023
  • Top 50 competitive pinball player; competed in City Champ tournament streamed by Manu

    SSS Ep 1: Introduction to Pinball Streaming and How to build a RigJul 25, 2019
  • Tournament organizer and streamer for INDISC 2019; operator of It Never Drains venue; maintains pinball machines and manages tournament software/scoring

    INDISC 2019 - Classics I Playoffs - SemifinalsMar 4, 2019
  • Operator of IE Pinball on Twitch; pioneered wireless pinball streaming rig setup ~1.5 years prior

    SDTM Competitive Pinball: 2019 Pincinnati Pinball Matchplay TournamentNov 25, 2019
  • Streamer/presenter from IE Pinball, presented the Follow-Through Reach Around award

    Ep 26: The Reach A RoundsJan 28, 2021
  • Elite pinball player, queried Joel about Godfather strategy in group chat

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 41 - Too Much Stacking!!!Aug 16, 2023
  • Guest co-host on this episode; IE Pinball operator and streamer; strong tournament player; recently obtained Rush Premium; attended Super Series and Expo 2024

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 26: We Upgraded!Nov 17, 2022
  • Creator of Never Drained software used for tournament queue management and scoring at ClePin; praised for simplicity and efficiency

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 23: LIVE From ClePinSep 19, 2022
  • Streamer covering IFPA World Championships

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 52 - Wiping Buns.May 31, 2024
  • IE Pinball operator and tournament organizer, co-host of the broadcast commentary team, explains game rules and mechanics

    It Never Drains in Southern California 2016 - Friday Night QualifyingJan 20, 2016
  • Plays in Ace Goge league; founder of It Never Drains tournament

    #23 Korean BBQ and pinball. The Classic Pinball Podcast.Jan 21, 2020
  • Pinball player/designer reference point; cited as example of player who wants deep, complex rule sets with multiple modes and scoring nuances.

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 43 - Our Top 5 Games and Expo Prep!Oct 11, 2023
  • Elite pinball streamer and tournament software operator; experienced hardware failure at Indy Disc

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 30 - Neil McRae in the USAFeb 1, 2023
  • Pinball streamer/broadcaster at Free Play Florida, operated wireless streaming rig, commentary team, third place in main tournament finals

    Episode 116 – Freezing in FloridaNov 13, 2018
  • Mentioned as tournament-minded pinball media personality and streamer

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 45: Keith Is Here & We Fell ApartDec 2, 2023
  • IU Pinball tournament streamer, top-tier production quality, recently achieved Twitch Partner status, front-paged INDISC stream to 10,000-15,000+ viewers

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 29.5 - INDISC 2023 Recap!Jan 20, 2023
  • Operator/streamer associated with IE Pinball; organized/produced In Disc 2024 tournament with high production quality and 800-1000 viewers

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Ep 14: Robert Byers Jumping Off The Top RopeFeb 16, 2022
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House for Barrels of Fun; credited with innovative four-flipper layout design

    Episode 16 - David Van Es (Barrels Of Fun Pinball) / Pokemon + Beetlejuice!Mar 3, 2026
  • Producer for IE Pinball/It Never Drains; responsible for broadcast technology and production setup at INDISC 2020

    INDISC 2020 - The Open - Initial RoundsJan 8, 2022
  • Competitive pinball player; participated in tournament at Electric Bat Arcade holiday event.

    50: 5th Day of Balls: Cale and RachelDec 19, 2023
  • Tournament organizer and streaming engineer for IE Pinball; organized Flippers Field event and set up mobile streaming rig

    Part 07 | 2018-19 IFPA NA Championships & 2019 Women's World ChampionshipsMay 25, 2020
  • Tournament organizer; appears in A Division final eight standings; competing player in Black Knight round

    Pinball at the Lake 2019 - SemifinalsJul 30, 2020
  • Event organizer/operator associated with IE Pinball and INDISC; present throughout broadcast managing logistics

    INDISC 2020 - The Open FinalsJan 11, 2022
  • Elite pinball tournament player who scored 22 on the front nine at Pin-Masters; praised for skill on difficult games like Game of Thrones

    2016 IFPA Pin-Masters, Qualifying Day 2, Part 1Apr 29, 2016
  • Broadcast commentator, tournament organizer for It Never Drains

    California Extreme 2015 Pinball Tournament QualifyingJul 25, 2015
  • Pinball Twitch streamer with upcoming challenge, one of Orbital Lobber's favorite non-tournament streamers

    PNP:Ep.506- Giving Thanks+ New TWIPY Host!Nov 29, 2022
  • Organizer of Pin Clash tournament, streamer at IE Pinball on Twitch

    PNP Ep. 528-Harry Potter+ Pinclash Micgate+ 2.0 HYPE+ I AM BUYING A FREAKIN PIN!May 17, 2023
  • Content creator with streaming channel (IE Pinball or similar); plays and reviews pinball games; featured in The Godfather gameplay stream

    The Spinner Is Lit - Episode 54 Spring Thaw - When It Rains It PoursMar 29, 2023
  • Content creator; recent Slam Tilt guest; won excellence in streaming award; mentioned for pinball streaming expertise

    Episode 160 – A Glutton Of ProblemsFeb 9, 2021
  • Twitch and YouTube streamer known as 'pinball on twitch' who posted highlights of 8-billion-point shots on Hot Wheels

    Episode 108: Best Kept Secrets and Barn DiscoveriesFeb 3, 2021
  • Streamer; currently attempting wizard mode on Family Guy pinball; uses DMD extender for enhanced visuals

    Episode 148 – Let’s Get Stupid AgainJul 9, 2020
  • Background system designer who created the judging/streaming system for Pin Clash online tournament format

    Episode 156 – Sinatra ChickenDec 12, 2020
  • Content creator; produced videos demonstrating multiplier strategies on Jersey Jack Pinball games, particularly Pirates and gold collection code

    Ep 8: Final Round The MovieJun 26, 2020
  • Tournament organizer, streamer, and community organizer; host of IE Pinball; organizer of InDisc and Pin Clash tournaments

    Ep 35: DeMulletJun 4, 2021
  • Producer/organizer of Pin Clash 2 tournament; praised for production quality, timing management, and problem-anticipation; associated with IE Pinball

    Ep 36: PeckerJun 17, 2021
  • Creator of Never Drains tournament software used by Buffalo Pinball

    Episode 56 – Cease and DesistAug 17, 2017
  • Creator of Papa emulator software and Drains Tournament Manager; owns and posts videos of The Hobbit

    Episode 16 – Back In The GrooveOct 27, 2016
  • Designer at Barrels of Fun; fan of Dungeon Crawler Carl series; designed Winchester Mystery House

    The Name of Jersey Jack's Connected System?; Rumor About American Pinball's Next Title; Rumor About a Future Barrels of Fun GameMar 3, 2026
  • Pinball streamer, organizer of 'pinball slash' competitions including Jurassic Park and current Avengers Black Order Battle Royale qualifier, known for personally funding prize pools

    Ep 57: Deeproot to the Future!Apr 5, 2021
  • Game designer and streaming personality for Barrels of Fun; known for excellent pinball gameplay, camera work, and game design philosophy; designer of Winchester Mystery House

    The Great British Pinball Podcast Episode 31: Beetlejuice is here!Nov 15, 2025
  • Announced Kiss DMD will be first DMD remake from Stern; Kaneda questions market demand for Kiss machines

    Episode 901: "Who's Making Alice & JAWS Eating a Ball?"Jan 10, 2024
  • Pinball personality who played Godfather recently; streamed gameplay on Karl's stream; feedback indicates limited toy integration

    Saturday Morning Spectacular March 11Mar 13, 2023
  • Elite-level tournament pinball player and designer; designed Winchester Mystery House entirely; taught himself Solidworks; first major tournament player to design a modern pinball machine

    Triple Drain Pinball Podcast Episode 69 - Get that Butyrate out of here!Nov 13, 2025
  • Legendary pinball designer and player credited as game designer for Winchester Mystery House

    Winchester Mystery House by Barrels of Fun: Game Announcement Breakdown from Raccoon City Arcade.Oct 14, 2025
  • Game designer for Winchester Mystery House at Barrels of Fun; presents official gameplay walkthrough

    Winchester Mystery House Pinball Official Gameplay VideoOct 13, 2025
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House; described by Jason as 'top tier pinball player' with 'great personality'

    91: Lets All Have Some PinballNov 22, 2025
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House; described as high-level pinball player and positive community figure

    Pinball Expo 2025 - Which Pinball Manufacturer Was King!?Oct 18, 2025
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House; top-ranked IFPA player; runs Pin Clash; pioneering streaming innovator; described as 'one of the smartest, most kind persons'

    Pinball Expo 2025 Chat w/Doug "CoolToy"Oct 22, 2025
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House; known to Jeff personally prior to project

    Winchester Mystery House Pinball Audio with Dirty Pool Pinball | Ep 176Nov 7, 2025
  • Top tournament player from Southern California; designer of Winchester Mystery House; known for running in disc events with Jim Belto and Jay Collins

    Here's What Happened In 2025 In PinballJan 5, 2026
  • First-time pinball designer, tournament competitor, Twitch streamer (IEPinball), designer of Winchester Mystery House

    Pinball Expo 2025: A Year of Mystery and MagicOct 23, 2025
  • Barrels of Fun designer/founder; created Winchester Mystery House; potential designer of rumored Dungeon Crawler Karl game

    Episode 1194: "Beetlejuice is The New Gold Standard in Pinball!"Mar 2, 2026
  • Broadcast crew member; served as roving reporter and screen operator; helped coordinate coverage of tournament matches

    Part 02 | 2018-19 IFPA NA Championships & 2019 Women's World ChampionshipsMay 20, 2020
  • Previous INDISC tournament winner, production coordinator, rules official, and stream producer; not competing this year due to production duties

    INDISC 2020 - The Open QuarterfinalsJan 9, 2022
  • Credited with providing camera equipment and production support for tournament broadcast

    INDISC 2023 Classics I Playoffs - FinalsOct 31, 2023
  • Pinball tournament finalist, participated in finals bracket

    Free Play Florida 2018 Main Playoffs - FinalsDec 8, 2018
  • Co-commentator and tournament organizer who imported machines from California; provides strategic analysis and rules explanations

    2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 2Apr 29, 2018
  • Tournament host and commentator for the Deadpool launch party; provides rules explanations and match commentary throughout the event

    Deadpool Heads-Up Launch Party @ AYCE GogiSep 17, 2018
  • 3rd seed qualifier; TD (Tournament Director) for event; also competing; won Doctor Who playoff group

    Pinball at the Lab 2022 - PlayoffsSep 2, 2023
  • Streaming player whose gameplay of Dune changed Matt's opinion on the machine; referenced as 'Kyle' in transcript

    PinballOZwide Podcast - Episode 5 Flipping Down With The SicknessJul 1, 2025
  • Host of It Never Drains stream, competitive pinball player, operator at Southern California venue, plays Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle

    ACNC Billion Dollar Babies Completed! Spooky Pinball's Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle Wizard ModeFeb 23, 2020
  • Associate of IE Pinball, featured in coverage of Pinburgh tournament return.

    PNP 581- Bday Brunch With Franchi: Chris Tells ALL....Jul 30, 2024
  • Tournament commentator and host for IE Pinball coverage of Free Play Florida 2019 Classics Playoffs

    Free Play Florida 2019 - Classics PlayoffsJan 16, 2022
  • Tournament commentator/organizer; Italian-American from Hawaii; actively involved in tournament direction

    California Extreme 2016 Pinball Tournament QualifyingJul 22, 2016
  • One of the booth commentators/experts for the tiebreaker

    2019 IFPA Pin-Masters Playoffs | TiebreakersJun 8, 2020
  • Tournament host, co-commentator, and player in 2012 It Never Drains finals; finished in second place on Monster Bash

    It Never Drains in Southern California 2012 Finals - Game 1Jan 11, 2013
  • Event host and commentator for Free Play Florida 2019, representing IE Pinball

    Free Play Florida 2019 Women's Pinball Tournament PlayoffsNov 9, 2020
  • Associated with IE Pinball streaming and It Never Drains event organization

    It Never Drains in Southern California 2018 - Friday Night QualifyingJan 16, 2018
  • Referenced during gameplay commentary

    The Walking Dead Launch Party "B" FinalsNov 7, 2014
  • Tournament competitor in the semifinals group

    2019 IFPA Pin-Masters Playoffs | SemifinalsJun 10, 2020
  • Streamer hosting the gameplay session on IE Pinball, demonstrating Avengers Infinity Quest wizard mode progression

    Avengers Pinball Battle for Earth Wizard Mode AchievedAug 28, 2020
  • IE Pinball operator, primary commentator, tournament organizer

    Iron Maiden Heads-Up Launch Tournament Finals (4K)May 10, 2018
  • Content creator and competitive pinball player at IE Pinball, providing technical breakdown of Godzilla game mechanics

    Godzilla Carnage Bonuses Explained!Feb 12, 2023
  • Co-director of INDISC 2019 tournament with Jim Belsito and Bob John Matthews

    INDISC 2019 - Classics II Playoffs - First RoundApr 13, 2020
  • Co-host and lead commentator; operator/venue manager for IE Pinball and It Never Drains tournament series; provides technical and strategic analysis

    Free Play Florida 2018 Main Playoffs - First RoundDec 8, 2018
  • Tournament organizer and commentator for It Never Drains/INDISC events in Southern California

    INDISC 2019 - Classics I Playoffs - First RoundMar 2, 2019
  • Pinball designer at Barrels of Fun who designed Winchester Mystery House; article author suggests he could lead DCC project if Barrels is the manufacturer

    Get Ready for a Dungeon Crawler Carl Pinball MachineFeb 27, 2026
  • Tournament co-director and main tournament winner at Texas Pinball Festival

    Episode 27 – Just a Quick OneJan 19, 2017
  • Referenced as an exceptionally skilled pinball player; Manu uses him as a reference for skill level on Criss Cross Pop-Up

    Joker Poker (Gottlieb 1978) & Criss Cross Pop-Up (Chicago Coin 1964)Nov 1, 2023
  • Elite pinball player referenced as having reached Valinor (wizard mode) on Lord of the Rings, described as 'freaking impossible'

    That time I broke The Lord of the Rings (Stern 2003)Feb 10, 2021
  • Referenced in chat discussion about DMD capture techniques; known pinball streamer and designer

    Ghostbusters (Stern 2016)May 9, 2020
  • Referenced as an example of skilled physical pinball player who executes advanced techniques like backhand pinball shots

    JP's Space Cadet: JP SalasSep 10, 2021
  • Referenced jokingly during gameplay as needed for guidance

    The Godfather CE (JJP 2023)Sep 14, 2023
  • Pinball content creator on IE Pinball Twitch stream; created detailed rules explanation for Wizard of Oz

    SDTM Episode 67: The Wizard of Oz Pinball Machine ReviewJul 23, 2018
  • Streamer benchmark; described as 'actual good player' and 'amazing streamer'

    S275: Family GuyApr 29, 2020
  • Pinball player and commentator providing real-time analysis of gameplay and tournament mechanics

    2018 IFPA Pin-Masters, Day 1 Session 1Apr 29, 2018
  • Associated with Barrels of Fun; Winchester Mystery House designer; mentioned in context of homebrew hiring rumors

    Episode 1192: "Rumors I'm Hearing & Why Transformers LE Buyers Will Get Burned"Feb 25, 2026
  • Pinball player; Sharp jokes about him being superior at the Elton John machine, blaming Karl for his own shot execution failure

    Elton John Pinball Gameplay Guide (SDTM, 2024)Feb 3, 2024
  • Software developer who created custom tournament software modifications for TPF multi-era format

    Episode 82 – Colin MacAlpine is bigger than TexasMar 4, 2019
  • Elite competitive pinball player; played Monsters Premium with Martin at festival; couldn't reach Monster Madness in two games

    Episode 85 – Texas Pinball FestivalMar 25, 2019
  • Code designer for Winchester Mystery House; created gameplay video; favorite mode is 'Whispers in the Dark'; successfully beat Whispers in the Dark mode

    Hardy LIVE! Let's Talk Winchester!Oct 14, 2025
  • Designer/operator working at Barrels of Fun booth preparing first game for Expo

    Early Pinball Expo Tour!Oct 16, 2025
  • Tournament participant; scores 82M in timed round; associated with IE Pinball streaming/content platform

    IRON MAIDEN INVITATIONALApr 4, 2020
  • Competitive pinball player who finished second in Hot Wheels speed-run challenge, one second behind Escher

    #15 - Pinball News! Stern Toppers, Deeproot Debut, AP Hot Wheels, JJP GnR!Sep 10, 2020
  • Organizer of Pin Clash tournament; can be reached at IEPinball@gmail.com

    #22 - Jersey Jack Pinball GnR TalkOct 2, 2020
  • Pin Clash tournament organizer; praised for running a well-executed online event

    Stern Pinball Mandalorian Gameplay Thoughts, Pinball Tournaments, and Pinclash Discussion (Ep.57)Jun 24, 2021
  • Content creator praised for professionally produced B-roll approach during Big Buck Hunter wizard mode stream; cited as model for reveal content

    #16 - Mixed Stern Infinity Quest Reveal FeelingsSep 11, 2020
  • Elite competitive pinball player; featured in 2012 PAPA Circuit Monster Bash match; played against host at 2019 nationals

    #19 - The End of an EraSep 22, 2020
  • Tournament organizer running Pin Clash 2 (Avengers Infinity Quest) competition with Twitch streaming format and $1,000 guaranteed prize

    Upcoming Events Discussion and League Game Review (Ep. 49)Apr 7, 2021
  • Twitch streamer (i.e. Pinball); voluntarily canceled scheduled rebroadcast to avoid diluting viewership during live Winter 2X event; seeking Twitch partnership

    Led Zeppelin Review Reaction, Winter 2x Recap, Tournament Pinball Re-Opening thoughtsFeb 17, 2021
  • Pinball player known as 'IE Pinballer' who organized Pin Clash tournament on Jurassic Park this Saturday (December 5th)

    #32 - Stern Pinball Trophies?, Alien, PinClash, TWIPYsDec 3, 2020
  • Tournament organizer; co-runs InDisc along with Jim Belcedo and Bob Matthews

    #3 - Dominic KacichAug 27, 2020
  • Co-organizer (with Bob Matthews and Jim Belsito) of the Pin Clash/Open tournament at the Museum of Pinball. Organization structure recently disrupted by museum closure.

    Down the Pinball Rabbit Hole with IFPA President Josh Sharpe (Ep.61)Jul 26, 2021
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House pinball machine; described as 'one of the best players in the world' who designed the game to feel like a board game with selectable room exploration

    Winchester, Beetlejuice, Walking Dead Pinball Machines - Scary Pinball ThemesNov 24, 2025
  • IE Pinball streamer; creates tournament-style heads-up challenge content format

    Final Round Pinball Podcast Ep 51: Dumb and DumberMar 3, 2022
  • Elite competitive pinball player streaming Godzilla extensively; using novel strategies that Keith watches and incorporates into rule set updates. Receives special Insider Connect callouts in the game.

    Just Another Pinball Podcast Ep 33: Godzilla Deep Dive w/Keith ElwinMar 3, 2022
  • Noted pinball player cited in Led Zeppelin defense email as fan of Celebration Day wizard mode

    Episode 224 - Liquid HaggisJul 21, 2024
  • Pinball streamer who recently achieved Twitch partner status; congratulated by Jason for milestone

    Pinball Party Podcast Ep 16: Gutter LanguageJan 25, 2023
  • Pinball streamer; organizer of Pin Clash tournament; praised by host for streaming organization and player skill; 'fantastic streamer' with distinctive voice/presence

    Pinball Party Podcast Ep 19: A Nullbeeds & ChessFeb 10, 2023
  • Pinball designer; worked on Winchester Mystery House; rumored to have been developing Big Trouble in Little China homebrew before Winchester assignment

    Episode 1191: "The Real Anxious People Are...The Scalpers!"Feb 23, 2026
  • Pinball designer of Winchester Mystery House, professional pinball player, streamer, one of world's best wizard mode completers

    🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun with Karl DeAngeloNov 27, 2025
  • Game designer of Winchester Mystery House; has worked on the title for 18 months; monitoring the stream live

    🔴LIVE - Winchester Mystery House Pinball by Barrels of Fun!!!Nov 20, 2025
  • Professional pinball player, IE Pinball streaming operation founder, tournament organizer, and debut game designer for Barrels of Fun with Winchester Mystery House

    WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSEOct 13, 2025
  • Elite pinball player and streamer hosting the Godfather gameplay stream on IE Pinball

    First Ever Gameplay Stream of Jersey Jack Godfather Pinball is TonightMar 9, 2023
  • Award-winning Twitch streamer known for IE Pinball channel; streamed Scooby Doo gameplay

    New Spooky Pinball Scooby Doo Stream From IE PinballMar 4, 2023
  • Competitive pinball player; possibly mentioned as one of few who may have defeated Labyrinth

    Dune Pinball First Impressions (SDTM, 2025)Apr 15, 2025
  • Pinball player, streamer (IE Pinball), tournament organizer, wizard mode specialist; founded/organizes PinClash tournament

    Episode 290: Karl’s Wizard Modes and PinClashDec 4, 2020
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House; signed letter included in game; likely received unit #13

    Winchester Mystery House Pinball Unboxing | First Look & Hidden DetailsJan 18, 2026
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House; one of world's best pinball players; designed game with exceptional sniper skill and code dissection ability

    Can Stern Raise the Bar? New Golden Age of Pinball Machines with Spooky, JJP & Barrels of FunOct 19, 2025
  • Pinball designer (IE Pinball) joining Barrels of Fun as new designer; designed Winchester Mystery House

    Barrels of Fun Reveals Winchester Mystery HouseOct 13, 2025
  • Designer of Winchester Mystery House; this is his debut pin

    The Best Pinball Machines of 2025 RankedDec 29, 2025
  • Lead designer of Winchester Mystery House pinball; highly ranked competitive player; founder of Inland Empire streaming; designer for Barrels of Fun

    Winchester Mystery House Pinball with Karl DeAngeloOct 30, 2025
  • Pinball designer/coder, known for IE Pinball (now Barrels of Fun), InDisc tournament software, live streaming wizard modes. Now head of coding/rules for Winchester Mystery House.

    PNP 646- 5 Rad & 1 SCARY Bad: Winchester Mystery House + Scott ROCKS!Oct 14, 2025
  • Mentioned as designer of Winchester Mystery House; referenced as 'great designer' in context of discussing game value and secondary market success

    We Are Pinball #50 Happy Holiday Episode!Dec 21, 2025
  • Elite pinball player; streamed Dune content under 'IE Pinball' channel; demonstrated game to content creators; one of few players observed reaching Goblin City on Labyrinth

    Dune Pinball Impressions with Erin Winick Anthony - Episode 59Apr 16, 2025
  • Elite pinball player, tournament streamer, and IE Pinball founder. Ranked 30th pro/36th open. Co-founder of Indisc tournament (2012). Professional IT background. Streams competitive pinball with high production value.

    Karl DeAngelo of IE Pinball - Episode 14Jan 24, 2024
  • Top-25 competitive pinball player, tournament organizer, software developer, creator of It Never Drains tournament management software and IE Pinball streaming; also known as Carl D'Angelo; based in Southern California

    Episode 15: Karl DeAngelo, iepinballJan 14, 2017