Williams Pinball Volume 9: A Triple Dose of Nostalgia in Pinball FX

Zen Studios has done it again—delivering a masterclass in digital pinball with the release of Williams™ Pinball Volume 9, now available across Pinball FX platforms. Whether you're a longtime arcade enthusiast or a newcomer to the flipper scene, this pack is a celebration of classic gameplay, storytelling, and retro charm. And yes, we’re giving a special shoutout to our friends at Zen Studios for making this nostalgic journey possible!

 Want to see the tables in action? Preview the pack before diving in: 

🌌 PIN·BOT™

Step into the futuristic world of PIN·BOT™, a sci-fi classic from the 1980s that takes players on a cosmic journey through the Solar System. Your mission? Unlock PIN·BOT’s visor, lock balls in his robotic eyes, and unleash multiball madness. With planetary progression and a blazing final destination—the Sun—this table is a thrilling test of precision and timing.

🚕 TAXI™

Buckle up for a wild ride in TAXI™, where you’re the driver picking up a quirky cast of passengers including Santa Claus, Dracula, Gorbie, Lola, and even PIN·BOT himself. This table is pure chaos in the best way—flashing ramps, fast-paced action, and multiball mayhem.

🕵️ WHO dunnit™

Channel your inner detective in WHO dunnit™, a noir-themed pinball mystery from Bally’s 1995 lineup. Investigate crime scenes, interrogate suspects, and solve a murder—all while keeping your flipper skills sharp. This table blends narrative depth with kinetic gameplay, making it a standout in the pack.

 Williams™ Pinball Volume 9 is available on: 

  • Pinball FX (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch)
  • Pinball FX VR (Meta Quest)
  • Zen Pinball World (iOS & Android)
  • AtGames Legends 4KP

Whether you're flipping on a console, mobile device, or VR headset, the experience is optimized for each platform. And if you’re like me, while traditional tables in the arcade still hold a special place (and i'm down to jump into the game at an arcade, but... digital pinball has stolen the show—it’s cost-effective, visually enhanced, and packed with features that elevate gameplay beyond the physical realm.

You can grab Pinball FX for free, which includes a complimentary table to get you started. The Williams™ Pinball Volume 9 pack is available for $14.99, offering three legendary tables in one polished bundle.

So go ahead—relive the golden age of pinball, solve a mystery, chase the sun, pick up some wild passengers, and... game on!



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FTS: "Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition" Announced, Launching Oct. 24 (Consoles)

 

FAST & FURIOUS: ARCADE EDITION ANNOUNCED, LAUNCHING OCTOBER 24, 2025, ON CONSOLES

High-Speed, Adrenaline-Fueled Arcade Racing Comes Home!

MINNEAPOLIS  Aug. 13, 2025 – Get ready to hop into the driver’s seat of one of the most thrilling action franchises in the world! Inspired by the saga from Universal Pictures, Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition brings the high-octane excitement of the original Fast & Furious arcade title home to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S on October 24, 2025! Race through exciting environments in single-player, or grab a friend and experience the nonstop arcade rivalry in two-player split-screen local multiplayer!

Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition delivers high-speed racing and pedal-to-the-metal action straight from the arcade to consoles! Hit the road in legendary cars including the Dodge Charger, Corvette Z06, Shelby GT500 KR, Ford GT, Bronco DR, Jeep Wrangler and more - plus customize your car with unique color schemes.

Race through each of the original arcade game’s tracks solo or in split-screen with a friend and discover destructible environments, branching paths, and sneaky shortcuts that can shake up any race and reward risk-takers. Take on thrilling challenges with high-stakes objectives like intercepting a missile in the Swiss Alps or grounding a plane in the heart of Hong Kong.

Key Game Features

  • High-Speed, Adrenaline-Fueled Arcade Racing - Race across high-intensity tracks in licensed supercars with cinematic style, drifting, nitro boosts, and precision driving that captures the thrill of the original arcade classic.
  • The Top-Tier Arcade Racer, Brought to Consoles - Experience the full-throttle thrills of the arcade game at home, now optimized for consoles and with the same explosive action that made the original a fan favorite in arcades.
  • Race Iconic Vehicles - Hit the road in 8 legendary cars including the Dodge Charger, Corvette Z06, Shelby GT500 KR, Ford GT, Bronco DR, Jeep Wrangler, and more.
  • Customize Your Look, Your Way - Style your ride with custom vehicle color schemes that let you stand out on the track and represent your personality.
  • Race Together in Local Multiplayer - Grab a friend and hit the track with 2 players in split-screen local multiplayer, bringing the arcade rivalry home with side-by-side action and nonstop competition.
  • Dominate Fierce High-Intensity Courses - Burn rubber through all the original tracks in bold, diverse environments that push your driving skills to the limit.
  • Tackle Secret Missions Around the World - Complete bonus challenges with explosive objectives like stopping a missile in the Swiss Alps or grounding a plane in Hong Kong.
  • Unleash Chaos with Hidden Shortcuts - Discover destructible environments, branching paths, and sneaky shortcuts that shake up every race and reward risk-taking drivers.

Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition launches on October 24, 2025. It is developed by Cradle Games and published by GameMill Entertainment, in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences.


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Dear Developers, Let’s talk legacy... Tripwire Interactive’s legacy, to be precise!

When Killing Floor launched as a mod for Unreal Tournament 2004, few could have imagined that a gritty wave-based shooter would morph into one of the most iconic co-op franchises in modern gaming. But Tripwire did more than build a hit—they evolved! They didn’t stay comfortable as a talented mod team (and this is no smoke against mods). They transformed into a full-fledged studio. And in doing so, they showed the entire gaming community what’s possible when you treat modding as a launchpad, not a finish line.

This kind of evolution is one SDGT Entertainment has been championing for over a decade. There’s nothing wrong with being a modder—it’s an incredible space to sharpen your skills, test your chemistry with collaborators, and build proof of concept. But... when you put your best into building someone else’s IP—like the countless hours poured into remaking Super Mario 64—you run the risk of watching your passion vanish with a takedown notice. It’s no shade toward Nintendo... because they’re legally protecting their property—but it is a reality that talented devs have learned the hard way.

Tripwire made a smarter play: they took the DNA of their mod, repackaged it into a fresh universe, and walked into the industry like a badass... with their own IP! That gave them full freedom to expand, hire, iterate, and grow a fanbase that’s now excited for Killing Floor 3—a blood-soaked, tactically rich nightmare set in 2091. And they did it on their own terms!

So to all modders reading this: Don’t trash your efforts! Reshape them. Build something original that reflects your skill and vision. Tap into free tools like Unreal Engine, train with resources offered by Epic Games and other dev-friendly companies + courses. Every major studio started somewhere. Tripwire started in the trenches—just like many of you. We're no different!

Stay passionate, stay strategic, and keep building. We look forward to checking out your game one day... just like we’re doing with Killing Floor 3 today!

Unreal Fest Orlando 2025: Your Gateway to Game Development Greatness!




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