Brad Milison

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Brad Milison

Brad is a copywriter at Kineticist. His most vivid pinball memory is playing the Playboy pinball machine at his friends’ house when he was a kid. He loves the arcade, open world video games, and hosting board game nights. When not writing about gaming, Brad writes screenplays, acts, and produces creative and comedic content in Los Angeles (follow him on TikTok @bradmilison and Instagram @bradmilison).

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20 Questions with Pinball Expo’s Loveable Mascot, Flippy

Welcome to a whirlwind conversation unlike any other: an exclusive, rapid-fire interview with Flippy, the dynamic mascot of the annual Pinball Expo in Schaumburg, Illinois.

A Father's Day Gift Guide for Your Pinball-Loving Dad

Father’s Day is right around the corner, and while a pinball-themed necktie may seem enticing since buying him a pinball machine for Father's Day is a bit outside of your price range, we’re here to offer up some alternative gift ideas for your pinball lover pops.

Top 10 Pinball Machines of the 2010s

We recently left the 1900s in the past when we released our list of the 20 Best Pinball Machines of the 2000s, and while the first decade of our current millennium had a lot to offer, much like internet speeds and smartphones, the pinball machines in the 2010s got even better.

Ranked: The 20 Best Pinball Machines of the 2000s

Discover the top pinball machines from the 2000s, showcasing innovative gameplay, unique themes, and thrilling challenges that kept the pinball industry alive.

Seven Pinball Themes for a Casual Player Named Brad

Discover the top 7 pinball themes on a casual player's wishlist, from Jaws to The Fifth Element. Explore why these cinematic and musical inspirations would catch his eye.

Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game Review

"Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game" is a delightful faux-documentary and narrative hybrid that tells the story of Roger Sharpe, the man who helped overturn the NYC pinball ban in the 1970s. The film combines humor, nostalgia, and pinball history, creating a captivating viewing experience.

Raja's: An Arcade Fit for the Apocalypse

Taking a look at all the glorious pinball and arcade machines featured in HBO's The Last of Us Left Behind episode.

From Dragon Ball Z to Attack on Titan: 10 Anime Themes Perfect for Pinball

Anime fans have waited patiently to see anime-inspired pinball machines, and some have grown so impatient, they’ve made their own. The anime market offers huge pieces of IP with built-in fan bases, so what’s the hold-up?

11 Fabulous Places to Play Pinball in Los Angeles

To those who dream of finding a good place to play pinball in LA, here are 11 spots in La-La-Land for you to find some pin fulfillment.

From Game Console to Pinball Machine: 12 Video Game Themes Fans Want to See

HBO is having a moment thanks to the success of their drama The Last of Us, based on the 2013 game. It’s received critical acclaim and a growing fanbase, so it’s only a matter of time before we see other video game adaptations pop up in TV and film and, hey, why not in pinball, too?

Ten Degenerate Pinball Machines Fans Actually Want to See

Sure, it’s easy to make a pinball machine based on a blockbuster movie, hit TV show, or other successful IP, but what about turning to more niche themes?

Ten Music Themed Pinball Machines Fans (Under 50) Want to See

Look, we love all pinball, but we're kinda tired of the Grandpa rock bands. Here are 10 (slightly younger) music themes pinball fans actually want to see.

From Flop to Flip: The Surprising Success of Pinball Machines Inspired by Bad Movies

Discover how some of Hollywood's biggest flops were able to bounce back and become fan-favorites in the world of pinball. From box office bombs to gaming gold, these seven movies will surprise you with their second chance at success.

10 Horror Themed Pinball Machines Fans Are Dying to See

At Kineticist, we track the hottest in pinball IP demand over at our Hype Index, and these are the top 10 horror themed pinball machines that fans are absolutely dying to see.