BPAC Thunder and Lightning (2023)

The Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective Showcase returns to the BrewDog Brewery and Taproom in Murarrie, Brisbane with BPAC 2023: Thunder & Lightning. BPAC is Australia’s highest attended competitive pinball and retro gaming event, attracting competitors from across the country and even the globe.

Over 70 pinball machines and 40+ Arcade games will populate the brewing floor, converting the space into a haven for gamers young and old. Over 500 individual competitors are expected over a two-week period of gaming, beginning on 14 July. Along with the usual pinball and arcade events, BPAC 2023 will include Nintendo 64 competitions for the first time, hosted by YouTube gaming superstar Karl Jobst.

Unlimited gaming on more than 100 pinball and arcade games is available during sessions happening from 4pm to 10pm on the Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of the showcase. Sessions are $10 per person.

Entry is free throughout the 10 days and no ticketing is required for anyone who just wants to witness the gaming spectacle of the BPAC showcase. Competitions happening on all days of the showcase are open to all skill levels, and tickets will also be available at the door although competition ticketing is limited.

To commemorate the event, BrewDog will be releasing a limited-edition Italian-style pilsner, canned with 4 different labels designed by local artist Nelson Gibbins, the official artist of BPAC 2023. There will also be 27 other beverages available on tap over the course of the event, alongside a lineup of burgers, pizzas and BPAC food specials to grab in between gaming.

This event is run by the Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective (BPAC), a crew of passionate pinballers and gamers who want to bring the lights, sounds, and action of old-school pinballs and arcades to as many people as possible.