Maybe the opening of the TV Show “Happy Days,” or a rebellious icon from the 1960’s and ’70’s? Pinball machines may seem like something from history, destined for pop culture museums and tall tales.

Game of skills or evil gambling? It is hard to believe that there was a long period in the history of arcade games when pinball machines, these amazing mixtures of art, design, engineering, technology ...

In recent years, niche and quirky items like vintage pinball machines have soared in popularity (and value). But what makes these retro machines so special? Aside from the arcade nostalgia, some ...