Don's Pinball Podcast #263 – Pinball Expo 2026: The Drama, The Games, and The People! Pinball Expo 2026 is in the books, and WOW, do we have a lot to talk about! Buckle up, because episode #263 is a MONSTER! Coming in at nearly an hour long (that's about 2–3 times my usual rambling), we're breaking down everything from one of the biggest weekends in pinball. New games, industry drama, surprise announcements, rumors, incredible homebrews, and most importantly, the people who make this hobby so much fun! First up, let's talk about the elephant in the room: MULTIMORPHIC. There's no shortage of controversy surrounding Multimorphic and the P3 platform, and the rather tepid reception to their newly announced Dungeon Crawler Carl game certainly didn't help matters. We're digging into the drama, the reactions, and what it all means for the company going forward. But that's just the beginning! We're covering all the major manufacturers and their Expo showings: American Pinball – Taking home Best Booth honors and putting on a fantastic showing with Cirqus Voltaire! Is American Pinball finding its groove? Barrels of Fun – Bon Jovi continues to impress, and of course, we've got some juicy rumors about what might be coming next! Stern Pinball – Checking in on the industry's biggest player and everything they brought to Expo. Jersey Jack Pinball – The latest from JJP and their presence at the show. Turner Pinball, HEXA, and Spooky Pinball – Rounding out the manufacturer news with plenty to discuss! And we can't forget the HOMEBREW AREA, which continues to be one of my favorite parts of Expo! We're talking about some truly impressive creations, including Attack on Titan, Coming to America, and Beastie Boys. The creativity and passion coming out of the homebrew community are absolutely incredible. But here's the real highlight of Pinball Expo 2026: THE PEOPLE. As much as we love the games, the reveals, and even a little industry drama, it's the friendships, conversations, laughs, and incredible people that make this hobby special. A huge thank-you to everyone who stopped to say hello, hung out, shared a drink, talked pinball, or just made the weekend unforgettable. YOU are what makes Pinball Expo worth coming back to year after year. So grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy an extra-large helping of Don's Pinball Podcast. We've got a LOT to unpack!
