Turner Pinball is a boutique pinball manufacturer based in San Antonio/Boerne, Texas, founded and led by Chris Turner. The company specializes in innovative game design and manufacturing technology, having released two games: Ninja Eclipse (100-unit run, sold out) and Merlin's Arcade (second release). Turner Pinball positions itself as a technology-focused manufacturer with unique production capabilities, including integrated LED design and finesse flipper mechanics, and has become part of an emerging Texas manufacturing cluster.
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Turner Pinball's Yukon Yeti had lines of players waiting before TPF 2026 show opened
Merlin's Arcade Arcade Edition is sold out with only 30 Legendary Edition units remaining
Turner Pinball produces roughly 250 games per year despite factory expansion
Turner Pinball's production schedule for 500 Yukon Yeti units is 24-28 months
Pinball manufacturer releasing Yukon Yeti at TPF 2026
Pinball manufacturer producing Yukon Yeti designed by Dennis Nordman
Pinball manufacturer based in San Antonio area; released Ninja Eclipse, Merlin's Arcade; acquired Yukon Yeti from Deeproot assets; expanding factory
Manufacturer that revealed Yukon Yeti at Texas Pinball Festival, expanding production facilities; previous releases: Ninja Eclipse, Merlin's Arcade
Pinball manufacturer; producing Yukon Yeti and Merlin's Arcade; expanding facility capacity
Boutique manufacturer, expanding factory but still capacity-constrained (~250 games/year), criticized for hiding real production numbers via 'sold out' marketing
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Turner Pinball Yukon Yeti already sold at least half of its 500-unit run
Yukon Yeti production could take up to two years
Yukon Yeti sales success will position Turner Pinball for larger production runs on next game (potentially 1,000 units)
Yukon Yeti artwork received mixed feedback from the community but gameplay was universally praised
Turner Pinball released Yukon Yeti as a 500-unit limited production game at Texas Pinball Festival 2026
Turner Pinball cannot manufacture 500 games per year, creating fulfillment bottlenecks
Turner Pinball's engineering approach eliminates approximately 90% of the wiring typically found under pinball machine playfields
Turner Pinball's Yukon Yeti has sold approximately halfway through its production run
Yukon Yeti represents Turner Pinball's best layout work to date
Turner Pinball shows feedback responsiveness by incorporating changes based on event feedback (as done with Ninja Eclipse)
Yukon Yeti was released Thursday night at TPF with simultaneous trailer drop and physical availability
Yukon Yeti is limited to approximately 500 units
Yukon Yeti's music and callout design are mismatched to the theme and received negative feedback
Turner Pinball's Yukon Yeti is the spiritual successor to Dennis Nordman's Whitewater with expanded code and similar but tweaked layout
Machine has skill shot mechanic with jackpot award
Yukon Yeti pinball machine has a trap door mechanic that provides bonus awards
Machine features timed 'Yukon River' mode requiring players to hit glowing pop bumpers and shots to build a boat
Yukon Yeti is inspired by the Klondike Gold Rush
Approximately 500 units of Yukon Yeti will be produced
Base price for Yukon Yeti is $10,000 with optional upgrades bringing total to $12,249
The game features 12 base modes plus 2 wizard modes
This is Turner Pinball's third pinball machine release
Turner Pinball is producing exactly 500 units of Yukon Yeti Legendary Edition
Base game price is $9,999; All-In Package adds $2,250 for premium components
Yukon Yeti features a 5-ball multiball avalanche lock as primary mechanical highlight
The game includes twelve base modes and two Wizard Modes
Games will begin shipping in Summer 2026
Dennis Nordman has been working to bring Yukon Yeti to market for a number of years
Yukon Yeti uses white powder coat cabinet finish similar to Jaws Limited Edition and appeals to family-friendly audience
Yukon Yeti is Turner Pinball's third title
Production is limited to exactly 500 units
Summer 2026 shipping target for Yukon Yeti
Turner Pinball is manufacturing exactly 500 units of Yukon Yeti at $10,000 base price with $2,250 accessory package option
Yukon Yeti will ship summer 2024 with $2,000 deposit to secure order at turnerpinball.com
The game features 12 standard modes plus two wizard modes with five-ball avalanche multiball using stair-stepper mechanism
Turner Pinball expects to complete new factory and move in by early 2027
Turner Pinball purchased land for new factory in October 2025
Turner Pinball streams weekly on Wednesday at 7pm Central time
Turner Pinball will soon complete pre-orders for Legendary Edition and transition to Arcade Edition production
New Legendary Edition orders ship within approximately two weeks
Turner Pinball has major announcements planned for the next several months
Turner Pinball ships approximately four machines per week
Turner Pinball has an upcoming flagship title in development that may be revealed at Texas Pinball Festival
Turner Pinball needs to optimize production quantities to match market demand and find a sweet spot like Spooky has achieved
Turner Pinball is the only U.S. manufacturer with capacity to build European-designed pinball games at scale
Turner Pinball excels in engineering innovation but lacks creative worldbuilding talent needed to compete with major manufacturers
Merlin's Arcade from Turner Pinball has shipped to at least two location venues including You Arcade near Detroit
Merlin's Arcade is Turner Pinball's second machine
Merlin's Arcade features 'Finesse Flippers' for precise control
Turner Pinball's Merlin's Arcade is their second title
Finesse flipper is an innovation by Jon Norris that he has been attempting to get other manufacturers to adopt without success
Merlin's Arcade will ship in summer 2025, after Ninja Eclipse completes production in early summer
Turner Pinball acquired the Merlin's Arcade IP from Deep Root Pinball and is completing the game with original designer Jon Norris
Merlin's Arcade features dual flipper buttons enabling tap pass mechanics between flippers
Merlin's Arcade is an original IP from Turner Pinball
Turner Pinball announced Merlin's Arcade as their next game
Merlin's Arcade may potentially derive from Deep Root assets
Turner Pinball's Merlin's Arcade will produce approximately 100 Limited Editions at $9,000 and Arcade Edition variants at $7,000, going into production May-August.
Merlin's Arcade features secondary finesse flipper buttons enabling low-power ball juggling between flippers
Merlin's Arcade is produced by Turner Pinball
Turner Pinball's conservative 100-unit production approach for Merlin's Arcade represents low-risk strategy
Turner Pinball released Ninja Eclipse (100 units sold out) and is currently halfway through production of second game
Merlin's Arcade video game display only illuminates at present, without functional gameplay
Merlin's Arcade features fabric-clothed character sculpts as design element
Turner Pinball lacks streaming equipment and did not release gameplay footage before opening pre-orders.
Merlin's Arcade was developed at Deep Root and finessed/coded by Turner Pinball.
Merlin's Arcade will struggle to sell more than 100 units at $9,000 despite Turner projecting 500+ units.
Turner Pinball's Merlin's Arcade features 16-18 multiballs and eight knights as core gameplay.
Merlin's Arcade pre-orders feature non-refundable, non-transferable $1,000 deposits with 24-month delivery window.
Ninja Eclipse has shipped approximately 50 units with no reported mechanical failures or reliability issues
Merlin's Arcade is a family-friendly game guaranteed to offend nobody, making it optimal theme choice for 2025 market
Turner Pinball sourced Merlin's Arcade from Deep Root Corporation assets acquired at auction
Summer 2025 shipping scheduled for Merlin's Arcade orders
Turner Pinball acquired the rights to Merlin's Arcade from Deeproot Pinball assets when Deeproot business collapsed
Merlin's Arcade ruleset includes 8 Light Knight Battles, 8 Dark Knight Battles, 4 Duel Boss Modes, Special Multiball for Each Knight, Merlin Multiball, and 2 Wizard Modes
Legendary Edition features premium sound with RGB speaker lighting and yellow powder coating for legs and glass frame
Both Merlin's Arcade editions use 13-ply 3/4-inch plywood with black laminate inside and out
Ninja Eclipse was Turner Pinball's first title with 100 units produced
$1,000 non-refundable deposit required to secure Merlin's Arcade orders
Turner Pinball's unreleased game is tentatively called 'Pirate Eclipse' or similar pirate-themed title.
A Texas-based pinball company (likely Turner Pinball) is releasing a game imminently, possibly tomorrow.
Turner Pinball sold out all limited-production Ninja Eclipse units in 2024
Turner Pinball's Ninja Eclipse sold all 100 units
Turner Pinball is keeping preorder money in a separate account and willing to show receipts
Ninja Eclipse sold out all 100 units
Ninja Eclipse sold out completely post-Expo with first shipments already dispatched
Ninja Eclipse is shipping soon/entering production
The slimline cabinet received significantly negative reception at Expo based primarily on appearance
The glass frame system is patent-protected and uses repurposed AA battery contacts for the lighting connector
Turner Pinball is building conservatively and learning from mistakes of other manufacturers
Turner Pinball's team includes approximately 14 people with specific roles in software, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, story writing, and art
Customer feedback at Expo 2023 revealed strong preference for standard cabinet size with coin door over slim cabinet design for resale value to operators
Turner Pinball's new Ninja Eclipse cabinet is priced under $7,000 and features a full-size machine design with new aesthetics.
Turner Pinball's updated Ninja Eclipse features revised playfield artwork and traditional cabinet design
Turner Pinball has redesigned Ninja Eclipse with new coin door and full arcade-sized cabinet configuration
Turner Pinball is a new entrant to pinball manufacturing
Ninja Eclipse playfield artwork style is influenced by and reminiscent of the video game 'Mark of the Ninja'
Ninja Eclipse cabinet is constructed from plywood rather than MDF
Playfield glass removal mechanism uses a handle-based system that lifts glass and lockdown bar as single unit without tools
Ninja Eclipse current model priced at $9,700; arcade edition with coin door would cost approximately $8,700
Turner Pinball plans to develop an arcade edition with coin door capability but requires cabinet reengineering
Ninja Eclipse playfield requires minor design tweaks, including post placement in front of upper flipper, which Turner Pinball is implementing
Turner Pinball has made substantial progress from TPF (March) to Pinball Expo (October) in refining Ninja Eclipse from homebrew to production-ready state
Turner Pinball's presentation is titled 'Innovating Outside (& Inside) the Box'
Turner Pinball may be implementing a version of Deeproot Pinball's Pinbar touchscreen feature
Turner Pinball is showing off teaser images of Ninja Eclipse this week ahead of Pinball Expo
Turner Pinball is bringing two pre-production Ninja Eclipse machines to Pinball Expo
Turner Pinball will be opening pre-orders at Pinball Expo
The censored portion of Turner's teaser image includes the lockbar
Ninja Eclipse reservations open Thursday at Noon with $150 reservation fee
Turner Pinball is bringing two pre-production Ninja Eclipse machines to Chicago Pinball Expo for public play
Turner Pinball has a presentation scheduled for Friday at 2:00 PM at Chicago Pinball Expo
Ninja Eclipse uses original unlicensed theme supported by a 36-page comic book that establishes narrative leading to gameplay
Ninja Eclipse is a limited 100-unit first edition release
Turner Pinball has new news to announce at Expo beyond the game display
Ninja Eclipse is Turner Pinball's first game
Ninja Eclipse prototype was previously shown at Texas Pinball Festival
The game has developed/improved since Texas Pinball Festival showing
Chris Turner plans to produce 100 units of Ninja Eclipse and hopes to have it in full production before end of 2023
Turner Pinball acquired assets from Deep Root Pinball
Turner Pinball revealed Ninja Eclipse as its first pinball machine theme earlier in the week
Gameplay video and cabinet pictures of Ninja Eclipse prototype were shared at Texas Pinball Festival
Brad Duke designed Ninja Eclipse in collaboration with Jon Norris
Turner Pinball's Ninja Eclipse was not expected to be available at TPF 2023 but appeared as a playable prototype
The prototype machine theme is 'Ninja Eclipse'
Turner Pinball is bringing a prototype pinball machine to Texas Pinball Festival
Turner Pinball's acquisition of Deep Root Pinball assets is a risky business move with uncertain outcomes
Turner Pinball acquired Deep Root's IP including Raza, Magic Girl, Alice in Wonderland, and Space Mission X through bankruptcy court
Turner Pinball purchased Deeproot Pinball assets for $50,000 at Texas Bankruptcy Court auction
Turner Pinball has the potential to manufacture Magic Girl, RAZA, Alice in Wonderland, or Food Truck in the future
Manufacturer of Yukon Yeti; boutique producer with $9,999 500-unit production run; addressing audio feedback post-TPF
Boutique pinball manufacturer of Yukon Yeti and Ninja Eclipse; features innovative undercarriage design; targeting 500-unit production runs
Emerging boutique pinball manufacturer; released Yukon Yeti at TPF 2026 with 500-unit limited production; described as having breakout moment comparable to Barrels of Fun's Labyrinth
Chris Turner's company; Kaneda questions manufacturing capacity (estimates under 500 games/year), predicts delivery delays competing with other releases
Manufacturer of Yukon Yeti; Chris Turner is owner; exhibited at TPF 2026
Pinball manufacturer; released Yukon Yeti (third release); music/audio improvements planned
Manufacturer of Yukon Yeti; working on code updates for Galactic Tank Force; third game with Yukon Yeti
Manufacturer run by Chris Turner; released Yukon Yeti at TPF with strong mechanical gameplay but criticized AI-generated music and art
Boutique pinball manufacturer; released Merlin's Arcade and Ninja Eclipse, now producing Yukon Yeti designed by Dennis Nordman
Boutique manufacturer; released Yukon Yeti at TPF; known for polycarbonate playfield hard tops and innovative cabinet design with embedded glass armor
Boutique manufacturer; announced Yukon Yeti as surprise release days before TPF
Pinball manufacturer; announced Yukon Yeti game today; stream title references mystery machine from this manufacturer
Manufacturer/builder of Yukon Yeti pinball machine
Pinball manufacturer announcing Yukon Yeti at TPF 2026
Pinball entity associated with Yukon Yeti display at TPF 2026
Boutique pinball manufacturer; released Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade; purchased Deeproot IP at 2022 bankruptcy auction; launching Yukon Yeti as third title
Pinball manufacturer; revealed Yukon Yeti as third game, released gameplay video
Manufacturer of Yukon Yeti, LED remake of White Water; mentioned as recent reveal
Company owned by Chris Turner; developing Whitewater 2; acquired Deep Root Pinball assets at bankruptcy auction
Small-batch boutique pinball manufacturer founded by Chris Turner; produces Ninja Eclipse, Merlin's Arcade, and Yukon Yeti; recently acquired ~17 acres to expand production capacity
Boutique pinball manufacturer founded by Chris Turner; produces limited-run custom games with proprietary cabinet design; released Ninja Eclipse (100 units), Merlin's Arcade, and now Yukon Yeti (500 units)
Pinball manufacturer; revealed Yukon Yeti as their third game title; also produced Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade
Manufacturer announcing Yukon Yeti; positioned as an up-and-coming boutique pinball company with previous titles Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade.
Pinball manufacturer announcing Yukon Yeti; this is their third pinball machine release
Boutique pinball manufacturer, announced Yukon Yeti, produces original-IP games with hand-painted sculpts and custom features
Emerging boutique manufacturer, showcased Merlin's Arcade and previously released Ninja Eclipse
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade; relatively new to pinball scene
Manufacturer ruled out as DCC's tone/content doesn't match their family-friendly focus
Acquired Popadiuk IP at Deep Root bankruptcy auction; sold most Zidware and Popadiuk IP to Melvin Williams
Known pinball manufacturer expanding operations with new factory facility, purchased land in October 2025, planning completion early 2027, has major products in pipeline
Manufacturer with unspecified project coming 'fairly soon'
Pinball manufacturer launching Ninja Eclipse as first game; led by Chris Turner
Emerging pinball manufacturer, known for Merlin's Arcade and Ninja Eclipse
Manufactured Ninja Eclipse; sold approximately 100 units; cited as proof-of-concept for small-batch commercial homebrew production
Acquired Deep Root games; currently making Ninja Eclipse; Kaneda suggests pivot to Razz remake instead
Manufacturer mentioned; Kaneda not investigating their projects
Manufacturer viability questioned; Kaneda uncertain if will survive consolidation
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; described as doing 'very different stuff' with innovative glass/rail system and stadium lighting
Texas-based manufacturer; producing Ninja Eclipse; founder reached out to Don to promote the game
Smaller manufacturer with Ninja Eclipse coming to Pintastic free play area
Boutique manufacturer; no releases coming; Kaneda dismisses Ninja Eclipse efforts
Announced startup by Chris Turner; Kaneda predicts it will fail and strongly discourages investors
Released Ninja Eclipse in March 2024; mentioned for minimal toys/mechs but not worst-category winner
Pinball manufacturer; released Ninja Eclipse at 2024 Expo with unconventional design (no front coin door)
Small manufacturer; making Ninja Eclipse (sold 100 units); making $6,600 game; Chris Turner owner
Pinball manufacturer mentioned as example
Manufacturer; local to Texas; predicted to have Texas Pinball Festival release in spring 2025
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; sold all 100 initial units
Emerging manufacturer; Kerry Hardy is designer; planning 100+ game production
Emerging manufacturer; Ninja Eclipse praised for dramatic improvement from Chicago iteration; cabinet engineering and LCD improvements noted
Emerging manufacturer; Chris Turner (founder/designer) showed compact half-depth cabinet at Expo
Boutique manufacturer; owner Chris Turner has external financial resources
Texas-based pinball manufacturer; released Merlin's Arcade with tap pass button
New pinball manufacturer; brought Ninja Eclipse to TPF; criticized for manufacturing inexperience
Possibly controls intellectual properties formerly owned by Deep Root Pinball
Texas-based boutique pinball manufacturer releasing Merlin's Arcade; known for finesse flipper innovation and small production runs.
Boutique manufacturer; Kaneda states 'Nobody's buying that game'
Texas-based pinball manufacturer; Don speculates is releasing imminent game, likely 'Pirate Eclipse'; Don refers to founder as 'the T-Man' and 'homie'
Pinball manufacturer; Ninja Eclipse had strong pre-show sales; games sold out before Expo delivery
New American Pinball manufacturer; Ninja Eclipse game showing at TPF; using $1,000 non-refundable deposits with unclear terms; compared unfavorably to Haggis Pinball
New manufacturer; criticized for Ninja Eclipse pricing ($6,994), lack of proven manufacturing track record, taking nonrefundable deposits, and pursuing original IP storytelling strategy expected to fail
Boutique manufacturer; released Ninja Eclipse; RAZE licensed to Dutch Pinball Exclusive
Boutique pinball manufacturer; known for Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade
Small pinball company; developing Ninja Clips; questioned by Kaneda as legitimate manufacturer; possibly design study only
Small manufacturer; Kaneda predicts company collapse due to Merlin's Arcade failing to compete with Harry Potter's value proposition
Acquired Deep Root assets; Kaneda predicts failure due to association with fraud scandal and suggests no one should support the venture
Newer pinball manufacturer founded by Chris Turner; acquired Deep Root Pinball assets during their financial collapse; released Ninja Eclipse prior to Merlin's Arcade.
Mysterious pinball manufacturer; acquired Deep Root Pinball assets; revealing secret machine at Pinball Expo; Kaneda highly skeptical of reveal
Manufacturer with upcoming game Merlin's Arcade following Ninja Eclipse.
Mentioned dismissively by Kaneda; states 'nobody's buying one' and questions why anyone cares about the company
Mentioned as manufacturer of Merlin's Arcade; praised for execution
Manufacturer of Merlin's Arcade; had consistent 2-3 deep lines at TPF; ~100 LE units planned at $9k, then Arcade Edition at $7k.
Startup company founded by Chris Turner; acquired Deep Root Pinball assets; planning Texas Pinball Festival reveal of mystery project
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; criticized for weak marketing and inability to compete against Stern's established IPs (Star Wars, Jurassic Park)
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; pursuing limited production strategy (~100 units)
Identified as vulnerable mid-tier manufacturer facing consolidation pressure
Company that acquired Deep Root Pinball assets; exhibited Ninja Eclipse prototype at TPF 2023 in very early development stage
Manufacturer with booth at Expo 2025; exhibited Merlin's Arcade and previously Ninja Eclipse
Pinball manufacturer with games Space Hunt and Merlin's Arcade on display at Pinburgh; Merlin's Arcade is their second machine
Returned to market at Texas Pinball Festival 2025 with surprise announcement of Merlin's Arcade, a three-flipper game featuring foosball spinner, lifting glass/lock bar, and stadium lighting options
Pinball manufacturer; ruled out by article author as unlikely due to focus on family-friendly games
Pinball manufacturer/producer of Merlin's Arcade
Small manufacturer predicted to face closures in 2024
Showing Ninja Eclipse at TPF; Kaneda suggests Raza production would be more commercially viable
Criticized as 'dead on arrival' by Kaneda; Ninja Eclipse game dismissed as poor quality
Boutique manufacturer assessed as 'winning' with innovative products and ethical operations; owned by Chris Turner.
Developing Yukon Yeti (Whitewater 2); Chris Turner acquired Deep Root assets; low volume production expected (350-500 units)
Smaller pinball manufacturer; showed Ninja Eclipse with nearly sold-out 100-unit production run
Pinball manufacturer with game 'Two Ninja Eclipse' or similar title showcasing at Expo 2023
Boutique pinball manufacturer based in San Antonio/Boerne area, producing Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade
Boutique pinball manufacturer based in Benicia, Texas; produces Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade; known for boutique positioning and direct customer service
Vendor at Expo with external internet access; demonstrating 'Pin Access' feature
Boutique manufacturer with Ninja Eclipse games at Expo
Pinball manufacturer; actively producing parts and showing progress to backers
Boutique manufacturer building conservatively; using dedicated facility on owner's property; producing Ninja Eclipse units; Carrie met with owner Chris; observed production infrastructure
Boutique pinball manufacturer that released Ninja Eclipse in a 100-unit run; experienced major community sentiment reversal over one year
Boutique pinball manufacturer based in San Antonio area; 3,000 sq ft facility; produces ~100 machines annually in modular design approach
Boutique manufacturer shipping games rapidly (20-25 of 100 units shipped); active social media engagement
US boutique manufacturer whose recent release received design criticism regarding cabinet appearance from community
Boutique manufacturer; acquired Deep Root Pinball IP; released Ninja Eclipse as first title; surprise revealed Merlin's Arcade at TPF 2025
Chris Turner's boutique manufacturer; demonstrated Merlin's Arcade (prototype, code 0.58) with strong lines; previously known for Ninja Eclipse
Boutique pinball manufacturer exhibiting Ninja Eclipse at Pinball Expo; demonstrating engineering innovations in cabinet design and accessibility
Pinball manufacturer/boutique producer, brought Ninja Eclipse machine to Arlington Pinmasters tournament
Homebrew manufacturer; Ninja Eclipse received positive expo feedback, now expected to sell out 100-unit run
Boutique pinball manufacturer; Ninja Eclipse design based on Papa Duke assets; using deposit-only pre-order model
New pinball company that acquired assets from Deep Root; exhibited Ninja Eclipse prototype at TPF 2023
Manufacturer of Merlin's Arcade with Finesse Flipper modification; credited with increasing tournament relevance
Boutique pinball manufacturer revealing Merlin's Arcade machine
Designer/manufacturer partnership; Chris Turner engaged with hosts at TPF; Merlin's Arcade their new release featuring arcade game theme.
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; developed integrated frame lighting system (full four-sides); praised for clean, secure implementation
Manufacturer debuting Merlin's Arcade as new game title with two copies and two Ninja Eclipse machines on display
Manufacturer showcasing updated Ninja Eclipse machines with revised design and playfield artwork
New entrant manufacturer founded by Chris Turner; exhibiting prototype Ninja Eclipse original design
Pinball manufacturer that released Merlin's Arcade before Texas Pinball Festival 2025
New pinball manufacturer with display of Ninja Eclipse games at Expo
Boutique pinball manufacturer based in Texas, maker of Ninja Eclipse and now Merlin's Arcade
Boutique pinball manufacturer preparing debut machine Ninja Eclipse
Boutique pinball manufacturer bringing Ninja Eclipse to market with 100-unit limited release
Debut pinball manufacturer launching first game Ninja Eclipse
Pinball company founded by Chris Turner; used similar mathematical clue-based mystery marketing campaign ~1 year prior
New company founded by Chris Turner (former Deeproot IT/programmer); acquired Deeproot assets; developing Ninja Eclipse
Boutique pinball manufacturer announcing first commercial game release
Boutique pinball manufacturer revealing first pinball machine, Ninja Eclipse
Boutique pinball manufacturer revealing prototype machine at Texas Pinball Festival
Boutique pinball manufacturer founded by Chris Turner in mid-2022; acquired Deeproot Pinball IP; developing first prototype
Pinball company owned by Chris Turner; purchased Deeproot Pinball assets, IP (Magic Girl, RAZA, Alice in Wonderland), and life insurance policies at bankruptcy auction for $50,000
Manufacturer cited for high-quality 3D-printed playfield work (Ninja Eclipse castle model)
Returning to TPF with Ninja Eclipse; new streamlined cabinet design with coin door and full arcade-sized cabinet configuration
Boutique manufacturer; Chris Turner founder; producing Ninja Eclipse; competing at premium Stern pricing levels; will attend TPF; Don considering special event showcase/competition
Texas-based manufacturer of Merlin's Arcade (March 2025), second title
Boutique pinball manufacturer producing Ninja Eclipse; operates from Texas workshop (~3,000 sq ft)
Manufacturer unveiling new Ninja Eclipse cabinet design with $7k price point and full-size form factor; exhibiting at TPF.
Manufacturer launching Merlin's Arcade; touring the game to arcades and venues
Making Ninja Eclipse in production. Don planning to test auto launchers and shooter rods; restock Turner stickers for customer orders.
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; completely sold out post-Expo; Turner declined to discuss production numbers but confirmed rapid market success
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; Don printing 3D castle sculpts for retrofit; speculating on pirate-themed follow-up
Boutique pinball manufacturer; released Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade; known for innovative cabinet engineering
Pinball manufacturer offering system similar to Stern Connected; cheaper entry price point than Stern; machines available in UK market
Building Merlin's Arcade; one machine will be at Pinball at the Beach
Pinball manufacturer; brief mention as 'winning'; Chris Turner described as 'nicest guy in pinball'
Boutique manufacturer; listed as example of company using outdated dealer/distro sales model
Indie/boutique pinball manufacturer known for Ninja Eclipse and now Merlin's Arcade, conservative production numbers (100 units), recognized for distinctive visual style
Possibly acquired Deep Root Pinball IPs after collapse
Pinball manufacturer launching Merlin's Arcade at Texas Pinball Festival
Boutique pinball manufacturer founded by Chris Turner, based in San Antonio/Boerne, Texas. Released Ninja Eclipse in 2024 (100-unit run, sold out). Known for innovative glass frame design with integrated LED lighting and finesse flipper mechanics.
Sold out all 100 Ninja Eclipse units at $6,900; expo visibility drove sales surge
Consulting with John Norris on Ninja Eclipse game; hosts express hope for future street-level title
Texas-based manufacturer. Announcing updated cabinet and pricing scheme for Ninja Eclipse at Texas Pinball Festival. Reservations opening soon with updated design based on Pinball Expo feedback
Revealed Merlin's Arcade at TPF, acquired Deep Root Pinball assets, Texas-based manufacturer
Acquired Deep Root Pinball's IP assets including trademarks, game designs, and software
Manufacturer developing Ninja Eclipse game; Chris Turner interviewed by Jonathan Houston at show
New pinball game shown at Expo
Pinball manufacturer; Chris Turner shipped Ninja Eclipse to Sweeper City event; listed as Mad Pinball distributor partner
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; responded to 2023 feedback with revamped 2024 version at affordable price point; sold out limited production run
Boutique pinball manufacturer; released Ninja Eclipse (100 units, sold out, ~50% built); launching Merlin's Arcade as sophomore title using Deep Root design acquired post-bankruptcy
San Antonio-based manufacturer of Merlin's Arcade; Chris Turner as founder/owner; building quality praised despite limited initial buzz
Acquired deeproot IP at bankruptcy auction; owned by Chris Turner; sold most Zidware/Popadiuk IP to Melvin
Boutique manufacturer with Merlin's Arcade game eligible for 2025 TWIPY awards
Boutique pinball manufacturer based in Texas; produces Merlin's Arcade and Ninja Eclipse
Texas-based boutique manufacturer; released Merlin's Arcade at TPF, creating naming confusion with Medieval Madness Merlin Edition
Manufacturer of Ninja Eclipse; demonstrated community engagement by redesigning and reducing price based on Expo feedback; planned April 6 Pinball Brothers reveal
Boutique manufacturer with debut Ninja Eclipse; Merlin's Arcade is second release with improved design
Boutique manufacturer; considered as potential home for Cuphead production; estimated 300-unit capacity
Released Merlin's Arcade; hosts found it competent but uninspiring despite EBD-style layout
Manufacturer led by Chris Turner in San Antonio; produced Ninja Eclipse (100-run sellout) and Merlin's Arcade; Don speculates as likely Monster League Hockey producer
Manufacturer of Merlin's Arcade ranked #3 worst; Don encourages better future releases
Boutique manufacturer with Chris Turner as founder; sold all three Merlin's Arcade units at Expo; known for innovation in game design
Pinball manufacturer exhibiting at Expo 2025
Emerging manufacturer in Texas; announced Merlin's Arcade as second game
Boutique manufacturer; grouped with Spooky and Barrels as value-focused producers in pricing discussion
Pinball manufacturer near San Antonio, Texas; characterized as industry underdog; produced Merlin's Arcade with innovative finesse flipper mechanic
Manufacturer bringing Merlin's Arcade to Expo
Second game Merlin's Arcade mixed review; improved code but problematic inner loop mechanics; needs production volume strategy refinement
Future plans unknown by author; mentioned as company with potential 2026 releases
Boutique manufacturer; Chris Turner producing games; Merlin's Arcade praised for integrated LED design
Emerging manufacturer with Ninja Eclipse and Merlin's Arcade as proof-of-concept; Don expresses confidence in manufacturing quality; hints at upcoming major title, possibly to be announced at TPF
Developer of Ninja Eclipse and Pin Access app; positioned as 'pinball tech company' more than pure manufacturer
Manufacturer shipping Merlin's Arcade; fresh off recent release
Young San Antonio manufacturer with owned compound/manufacturing facility; positioned as only realistic U.S. option for contract manufacturing European games; strong production capability; successful with first release
Manufacturer of Merlin's Arcade; game deploying to Rochester and Nickel City tournaments
Manufacturer located in Boerne, Texas; part of emerging Texas manufacturing cluster
Competitor manufacturer successfully selling Ninja Eclipse in quantities American Pinball should target with Cuphead
Manufacturer of specialized pinball shipping crates for trade/distribution purposes
Board manufacturer focused on streamlining production; Chris (leadership) needs compelling theme licensing
Recently shipped Merlin's Arcade #9; innovative manufacturing process but game quality questioned
Company behind Merlin's Arcade and Ninja Eclipse. Struggling to compete on price and theme strength.
Chris's manufacturing technology company; described as having interesting tech but needing better games people want; suggested to partner with established companies
Released Ninja Eclipse in standard cabinet; all 100 units sold
Boutique pinball manufacturer predicted to face market difficulties
Small boutique manufacturer; Kaneda speculates company may be ending; limited visibility, low unboxing content
Producing Merlin's Arcade
Manufacturer that announced Merlin's Arcade as next game; possibly using deeproot assets
Manufacturer predicted to have another game upcoming