Merlin's Arcade is a pinball game developed by Turner Pinball on the Multimorphic P3 platform, released in 2025. The game features an Arthurian legend theme with innovative tap-pass flipper button mechanics and is available in Legendary Edition ($8,995) and Arcade Edition ($6,995) variants. It has generated mixed market reception with strong Expo sales but slower-than-projected overall adoption, with production running at approximately 4 units per week as of early 2026.
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Turner Pinball's Merlin's Arcade showed improved code and flipper quality compared to the summer prototype.
Merlin's Arcade commercial version has better code than the prototype shown in summer
Merlin's Arcade lacks the code depth and compelling rule structure of games like Pulp Fiction despite having functional mechanics
Merlin's Arcade features tap-pass flipper mechanics that have never been done before in pinball
Turner Pinball's previous title; arcade edition sold out after TPF; 30 legendary editions remain available
Turner Pinball production game; Arcade Edition sold out, 30 Legendary Edition units remaining
Spooky Pinball unlicensed game featuring John North involvement; Chris Turner noted designer reputation helped sales vs pure title recognition; showed strength of repeat customer loyalty
Turner Pinball's second title; two-tier release (500 Legendary, 800 Arcade units); moving Merlin mech and invisible subway lock provided lessons for Yukon Yeti design
Turner Pinball's second game; earlier design referenced for comparison (moving Merlin toy, subway ball lock); two Legendary Edition units coming to TPF alongside Yukon Yeti machines
Turner Pinball's second game; introduced full-size cabinet; offered tiered production (500 legendary + 800 arcade editions); Don found it fun but wanted more ramp content
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Merlin's Arcade shot quality is worse than previous boutique offerings
Merlin's Arcade topper is flimsy and oversized
Merlin's Arcade LE priced at $9,000 with arcade version at $7,000
Merlin's Arcade is a Deep Root design being released as Turner Pinball's sophomore title after Ninja Eclipse
Turner Pinball's second game title; designed by Jon Norris; features Finesse Flip secondary flipper mechanic
Turner Pinball title; represents step up in quality and robustness from Ninja Eclipse; part of company's production history.
Turner Pinball's latest game showcased at Expo 2025, described as improvement over Ninja Eclipse
Turner Pinball release; features tap pass button innovation; Arthurian legend theme
Turner Pinball's second release, shipping to locations, designed by Chris Turner
Game from boutique designer (Turner); third game from designer; described as family-friendly, Great Wolf Lodge-esque; simple layout, cheery theme; compared to proof-of-concept evolution
John Popaduik-designed pinball game; 3D animation project at Deep Root Utah studio. Suffered from scope creep (e.g., 35-second cinematic opening shot), lack of budgets/deadlines, and over-design for the medium.
Upcoming pinball game with end-of-August shipping target
Turner Pinball release; features tap pass button; on location at 2025 Titan Pinball Pinmasters
New arcade-themed pinball game by Chris Turner; priced at $9,000; criticized for incomplete code and art design
Turner Pinball's second release; Arthurian-themed, $9,000 MSRP, developed at Deep Root, coded/finessed by Turner, features finesse flippers and 16-18 multiballs.
Turner Pinball game; $9,000 LE, 500 units planned; Kaneda skeptical of sales targets
Turner Pinball Arthurian legend-themed game; one of two most anticipated unreleased games at Texas Pinball Festival 2025; competes with other Merlin-themed releases
Pinball release; shipment timeline uncertain, ~100 units estimated
Turner Pinball title; priced similarly to Harry Potter but underselling; Kaneda cites as example of market consolidation around top titles
Turner Pinball's second release; medieval/arcade themed game with shots tied to Knights of the Round Table and arcade game mechanics (foosball, Pac-Man, pop-a-shot); fast, snappy gameplay with satisfying shots; praised as flow monster; highly received at TPF.
Pinball manufacturer associated with Turner; produces machines with innovative PCB and flipper control designs
Rumored Turner Pinball game; described as having 'less ninjas but more magic.'
Turner Pinball / Spooky release; praised for visual design and wizard theme; mentioned as one of coolest recent announcements
Turner Pinball; $9k LE, $7k Arcade Edition; ~100 LE units planned; production May-August; described as family-friendly, accessible entry-level pinball.
Chris Turner design; Kaneda speculates this will be the actual debut game at Allentown Pinfest, not Harry Potter
Turner Pinball machine featured at Expo 2025, received positive reception, machines sold out quickly
Turner Pinball 2025 release, mentioned as alternative Arthurian-themed machine
Deep Root Pinball announced title; magic/wizard theme; hosts uncertain about details
Turner Pinball's second machine; features tap-pass flippers, arcade game integration, foosball, pool, darts elements; debuted at Pinburgh 2025
Turner Pinball's new game announced at Texas Pinball Festival 2025; polished release with custom playfield features, foosball spinner, lift-up glass design, and Papa Duke ruleset
Pinball machine produced by Turner Pinball, displayed at Texas Pinball Festival 2025
Chicago Gaming's recent release carrying over Deep Root Pinball designs; criticized as DOA due to poor theme choice for target demographic
Classic pinball game added to show last-minute; currently lacking display setup
Second game from Turner Pinball, currently in final manufacturing stages with units 3-10 ready for shipment
Turner Pinball's second game in production; code version 081 (~80% complete); features finesse flipper innovation; first eight units ready to ship; four to six per week production rate planned
Planned Deep Root title in development pipeline
Turner Pinball's second title; surprise reveal at TPF 2025; being completed from Deep Root Pinball IP acquisition; features innovative finesse flipper control; expected summer 2025 shipping
Turner Pinball original-theme game; features foosball spinner knight, tap-pass buttons, arcade machine sculpt on playfield, PCB-based wiring; summer 2025 availability; code version 0.58 at TPF
Pinball game by Turner Pinball featuring newly working Finesse Flipper modification; traveling/tour pinball machine
Newly revealed pinball machine by Turner Pinball; medieval/wizard arcade theme with foosball spinner, John Norris layout design
Boutique pinball machine released recently; criticized for flimsy oversized topper, weak shots, high price; noted for improved underside playfield aesthetics
Turner Pinball/Deep Root collaborative release based on 8-Ball Deluxe layout; designed by John Norris; featured approachable rules but awkward layout-rule interaction, unsatisfying foosball spinner, and auto tap-pass button innovation that hosts questioned.
New Turner Pinball game featured at TPF 2025 with fabric-clothed Merlin sculpt, video arcade display (illuminated only), and barrel ball lock mechanism
Turner Pinball's second title, Arthurian legend + arcade games hybrid theme, two-tier product (Arcade/Legendary), shipping summer 2025
Turner Pinball, March 2025, second title by Jon Norris, two editions ($6,995–$8,995), Finesse Flippers, shipping summer 2025
Turner Pinball machine with Arthurian legend theme; two machines at TPF with shorter lines than Portal; part of traveling tour; Phase 1 Trough Jam
Turner Pinball second release; medieval-themed game with foosball target, six shots, four pop bumpers, $9,000 asking price with arcade edition at $7,000; features finesse flippers
Turner Pinball release; $9,000 LE / $7,000 arcade version; articulated Merlin character; foosball spinner; billiard ball targets
Turner Pinball's second release; Knights of Round Table/arcade-themed family-friendly game; 500-unit limited edition at $7,000-$9,000
Recent release; revealed at TPF; discussed as contrast to Diner 2: Help Wanted concept
Turner Pinball 2025 release; superior code/audio to Ninja Eclipse; layout less engaging; repeatable inner loop has smoothness issues
Game at TPF; features foosball spinner mechanic (well-executed); premium version ~$9,000; has arcade-themed gameplay; theme-agnostic appeal; excellent shot design
New homebrew/indie pinball game from Turner Pinball (manufacturer), first Turner game to receive commercial cabinet production after Ninja Eclipse success, 100-unit limited run, to be shown at TPF25
Turner Pinball release announced at Texas Pinball Festival; Arthurian legend theme; had two units with shorter lines than Portal
Deep Root Pinball/John Norris design; John Norris 8-Ball Deluxe tribute; third flipper, stand-ups, foosball spinner; overshadowed by Portal/Medieval Madness Merlin; 500-unit run planned
Turner Pinball's second game designed by John Norris, features medieval theme, tap-pass flipper mechanics, 500 limited Legendary Edition units at £8,995
Turner Pinball's second release; based on Deep Root design from pre-bankruptcy development; announcement expected during TPF
Turner Pinball game from San Antonio, Texas; $500 MSRP; single ramp design; mixed reception on art direction; slower social media momentum than expected
Turner Pinball's second released title; available in Legendary Edition ($8,995) and Arcade Edition ($6,995); shipping at ~4 units/week
Turner Pinball game on P3 platform released at TPF; hosts note confusion with Medieval Madness Merlin Edition naming
Turner Pinball release ranked #5, features tap-pass flipper buttons innovation and Arthurian legend theme
Turner Pinball P3 title mentioned in episode title; game discussed impressions included in episode content
Turner Pinball EBD-style layout with foosball mechanics; competent but clunky, didn't resonate with hosts
Multimorphic P3 platform game; generated significant player interest at Cincinnati Expo
Turner Pinball P3 title; Don not enthusiastic about 'deeproot bag' connection; may not be reaching 800-1,100 unit sales projections
Turner Pinball title ranked #3 worst; criticized for limited mechanics and simple arcade design versus competitor offerings
2025 release that 'didn't seem to click with a lot of people' but from slow production company
Turner Pinball title; all three show units sold at Expo, indicating strong market reception
Turner Pinball's second game announcement; part of emerging Texas development hub
Multimorphic P3 title; features novel tap-pass button innovation; unplayed by speaker due to low production/availability; mentioned as potential show demo
Multimorphic title with disjointed medieval/arcade gaming theming; didn't resonate with hosts on specific machine played
Turner Pinball release; family-friendly game with simple rules, finesse flipper mechanic, and approximately 500-unit production run; positioned for mass-market appeal
Turner Pinball game expected to get attention at Expo
Turner Pinball title; 1 unit appearing at Pinball at the Beach
Multimorphic P3 module; had board failure during Pinball at the Beach show first day; Chris Turner identified problem but unable to resolve; module being showcased at TPF later
Turner Pinball game; shipping now; praised for smooth shots but criticized for limited playfield complexity and all-yellow aesthetic
Turner Pinball location game; placed at Electric Bat Arcade and others; features integrated LED board design
Turner Pinball/Multimorphic P3 title; billiard ball standup target sound praised; goofy code; brought to show by Mad Pinball
Multimorphic P3 game; coming to Ulex Arcade in Monroe, Michigan via Turner distribution; premium edition includes triple plastic topper with mini-animatronics
Turner Pinball release; currently shipping
Turner Pinball release; Ian played and was impressed; Multimorphic P3 platform
Turner release; features foosball spinner; Ralph enjoyed gameplay but wouldn't personally own; less interest than Ninja Eclipse predecessor
Game on traveling tour with Hexa Space Hunt; fewer customer inquiries than Space Hunt during tour
Turner Pinball game; shipping to customers; featured in Rochester IFPA tournament with Space Hunt
Turner Pinball 2025 P3 module release; mentioned in chronological release list
Turner Pinball title exhibited at Pinball at the Beach via Mad Pinball transport
Turner Pinball original theme. Priced around $9,500 fully configured. Competitive with Beetlejuice pricing but criticized for lack of recognizable IP theme. Kaneda suggests pursuing nostalgic licenses like The Last Starfighter, Airwolf, or Knight Rider.
CGC title; recently released; followed by Medieval Madness edition; next CGC release unknown
Game mentioned as having poor sales ('Maybe 50 total')
Original IP announced by Turner Pinball at TPF 2025; potentially sourced from deeproot assets
American Pinball product; failed launch with poor terms (non-refundable deposits, 2-year delivery window at $9K price point); no community interest
Multimorphic P3 release; $8,500; newer platform iteration