PromoPinball helps readers choose, understand, own, maintain and enjoy pinball machines. Physical pinball is our main focus, with virtual pinball as a substantial complementary part of the hobby. We write for prospective buyers, home owners, collectors, game-room enthusiasts and virtual players who want practical answers rather than hype.
How we select and verify information
We match the source to the question. For machine specifications, rules and supported features, we use current manufacturer pages and manuals. For VPX, Pinball FX and other virtual platforms, we look to official software documentation. Reputable pinball databases help establish historical facts, while current community discussion, including Pinside, can add useful context when the real question is ownership sentiment, reliability or long-term fun.
Changing details deserve extra care. Before publication, we verify current MSRP, availability, release or production status, code and supported features when they matter to the article. When sources conflict, we favor the most direct and current source for the exact claim, and we note meaningful uncertainty when it could affect a buying or ownership decision.
Facts, claims and reasoned opinion
We separate manufacturer claims, documented facts and enthusiast opinion. Attribution is used when it helps readers judge a claim for themselves. Community reports can identify recurring strengths, frustrations or ownership patterns, but they are not treated as controlled testing or a guarantee that every owner will have the same experience.
Our recommendations are reasoned editorial judgments. We explain the variables behind them: condition, price, maintenance demands, rules depth, software support and repeat-play appeal. Research-based analysis and illustrations are kept distinct from documented firsthand testing. We do not describe a product as personally tested unless that experience has been documented.
Commercial transparency
If a documented affiliate, sponsorship, ownership or other material commercial relationship affects a page, we disclose it on the affected content. A commercial relationship never replaces a useful explanation of tradeoffs, limitations and who an option may suit.
Corrections
Pinball changes quickly, and useful coverage should change with it. Send correction requests to contact@promopinball.com with the article URL, the statement that needs attention and supporting evidence. We assess submissions against the strongest available sources and update material errors or outdated information when warranted.