Gameplay, tutorials, tournament strategies, target objectives, or just a night a fun playing pinball (drinking may be included!!!)

Spreading the nostalgic vibe of retro gaming, arcade and pinball culture across the known universe.

Busy with pinball machines since 2000 and soon started an online presence, documenting what I learned, to help others.

Thoughts about pinball, competition, and all other things related to the silverball.

Chronicles of a return to competitive pinball

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This site was created as a place for people who love pinball to gather and chat in a safe, family-friendly environment. While we are all here as pinball fans, I’d rather think that the real focus of this forum is on people.

My name is Erik Swedlund, my initials are HIP, and as of the last update of this blog description I am the 1,446th ranked player in the world according to the International Flipper Pinball Association.

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