*Black Knight Sword of Rage (a 2022 Stern pinball) was cool other than the fact that the playfield was pitched way too shallow, meaning it was not setup correctly and no one took the ~5min to properly level it. *World Cup Soccer had a super weak and barely functioning left flipper, which is also a coil issue. *Bram Stoker's Dracula had a launch button (in place of a plunger) that was broken, which made starting a game impossible due to a misfiring coil. The newer Stern pinball tables (Godzilla, Deadpool, Avengers Infinity Quest, Jurassic Park) played just fine, but elsewhere I ran into problems: * Ripley's Believe It or Not was unplayable issues with code/bad wiring, tons of cosmetic flaws, and a playfield tilted so far out of whack every single ball drained in the left outlane. Bad dog! Excited to crack off some high scores, I fished out a handful of quarters and worked my way around the arcade. They're very dog-friendly.in fact, I saw one poochie pinching out a loaf on the floor. Pins Mechanical is also known for their lanes of 'Duckpin', a quirky (or should I say, quacky) bowling arrangement with smaller balls and pins. They currently have 18 pinball machines ($1/game), as well as a handful of arcade cabinets (free), foosball, and trash can beer pong. Having opened in December 2019, they've got a few years under their belt. The place has an open-air feel with a firepit, roof, full bar, and lots of video games. While in the area for work, I was looking to kill some time and found Pins Mechanical in a district called South End. For more information, check out pinsbar.SLAM TILT Some of the pinball tables at this Charlotte arcade are looking worse for wear. Pins Mechanical Company is located at 141 N. “It doesn’t cost much to play and it’s a great place to meet everyone,” Harding said. every day, but afterward requires patrons to be over 21 years old. The bar is family-friendly and open to all ages until 8 p.m. “I really enjoy greeting people and showing off the place when I get a chance,” he said. Chester Harding, a host at Pins, said that the atmosphere always garners reactions from guests. Van Hemert said that the space reflects its original structure. The space is decorated with subway tile, rustic wood and some original accessories, like a garage door. The location was most recently home to a National Tire & Battery shop, and originally to a Columbus tire company. It also includes two other spots where different food trucks can park and sell their food to patrons. “It just reminds everybody to have fun.”Īlthough Pins does not offer a food menu, it has Por’ketta, a food truck, permanently parked on its patio. “It’s old-school, it’s taking you back to a different type of playground - it’s like an adult playground,” Van Hemert. Pins also has Four Square on its patio and holds a tournament every Wednesday at $5 to enter. It also offers two non-alcoholic drinks on tap, a craft root beer and craft orange soda, as well as two non-alcoholic cocktails and punches. The bar is home to craft beer, bourbon and whiskey. We like to provide an experience.”Īlong with a full bar, the place features its variety of games at no cover charge, but operate on a pay-to-play system. “It’s different than just sitting at a bar and watching TV. “It’s an absolute blast to be able to play an activity while you’re drinking, and it provides such a social experience,” Van Hemert said. The company currently owns three 16-Bit locations in Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati,, and plans to expand the Pins concept to a second location in Dublin, Ohio in 2017. Other games include pinball, ping-pong, shuffleboard and Jenga. With no bowling alleys located near campus, Pins also offers the East Coast tradition of duckpin bowling, which is a style of bowling that involves smaller pins and a smaller but heavier ball. The bar-arcade scene continues to grow in Columbus, and these gathering places specialize in serving drinks along with providing vintage consoles and games. “It’s a place for everybody to get together and enjoy activities.” “Pins Mechanical Company is a social gathering place for a wide demographic of people,” said Jeni Van Hemert, operations manager of Rise Brands. The company is also responsible for 16-Bit, a bar and arcade with a similar concept. 23 in the downtown area, is the latest project for entrepreneur Troy Allen, owner and founder of Rise Brands. Pins Mechanical Company, which opened on Sept. The newest addition to Columbus’ hybrid bar and arcade collection brings bowling, old-school entertainment and vintage design. Pins Mechanical Company opens lanes for business
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