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Pinball Wizard Turns 55—And Pinball Hits Different as a Team-Building Game
On March 7, 1969, The Who’s Pinball Wizard hit the airwaves, turning flippers and flashing lights into rock ‘n’ roll legend. Fifty-five years later, pinball isn’t just a nostalgia trip—it’s having a full-fledged comeback. And this time, it’s not just about solo high scores.
Pinball is proving to be an electrifying team-building experience that shakes up the usual trust falls and icebreakers. Who’s got the best reaction time in accounting? Can marketing pull off a multiball jackpot? There’s only one way to find out.
Where to Play Pinball in Georgia
If you’re ready to test your skills (or settle office bragging rights), Georgia has plenty of spots where you can flip, nudge, and multiball your way to victory. Whether you’re looking for a casual arcade hangout, a brewery with games on the side, or a full-fledged pinball bar, here’s where to play:
The Pinball Palace (Brunswick)
Over 120 machines make this a must-visit. They also host monthly tournaments if you’re feeling competitive.
My Parents’ Basement (Avondale Estates)
Comics, craft beer, and a strong lineup of Stern machines—perfect for after-work pinball battles.
Vertigo Pinball (Blue Ridge)
A cozy mountain spot with old school machines and top-tier burgers for low-key team outings.
Graveface Museum (Savannah)
A museum diving into true crime, cults, and oddities, with admission including access to a horror-themed pinball arcade.
Schoolhouse Brewing (Marietta)
A craft brewery with over 15 pinball machines, making beer and bumpers the perfect pairing.
And these aren’t just your granddad’s pinball machines. Modern games bring cinematic action straight to the playfield, with interactive movie clips, explosive soundtracks, and connected scoring that keeps the competition alive long after the game ends. Stern Pinball’s latest lineup features Jaws—where you’ll need sharp reflexes to escape the great white, Foo Fighters—a rock-fueled adventure through alien invasions, and Deadpool—packed with the Merc with a Mouth’s signature wisecracks and over-the-top battles.
So, if you’re looking for a team-building activity that actually gets people excited, pinball might just be your next power move.
Want to Bring the Competition Home?
Ready to deck out your break room? Georgia has authorized Stern dealers to make it happen:
Classic Game Rooms (Covington) – A go-to for buying or restoring Stern machines.
Greater Southern Home Recreation (Atlanta) – Specializing in home and commercial pinball setups.
Yeah…Are you even working or just working on that high score? At this point, your boss might as well start handing out bonuses based on leaderboard rankings. Not sold yet? Look up Stern Pinball factory tour on YouTube—watching these machines get built is oddly satisfying.
If you’re chasing high scores, planning a team outing, or craving some arcade nostalgia, Georgia’s got the perfect pinball spot for you.
Now, go flip with purpose!
For more entertainment ideas, visit www.gbj.com/arts-entertainment.
