About

Bob Matthews is a legendary figure in the competitive pinball community. His "Guide to Classic Pinball Machines" has been an invaluable resource for pinball players of all skill levels since the 1990s.

Bob's guides provide practical, no-nonsense advice for getting the most out of classic pinball machines. His "Quickie Version" summaries help players quickly understand the key shots and strategies for each machine, while his detailed full rules provide deep insights for those looking to master a particular game.

The guides cover hundreds of machines from the golden age of pinball, including games from manufacturers like Williams, Bally, Gottlieb, Stern, and Data East.

Silverball Rules is a web application that makes Bob's pinball guides accessible to players everywhere. Whether you're at a tournament, visiting an arcade, or playing at home, you can quickly look up strategies for any machine in our database.

This project is maintained by Frank Goeltl at silverballmania.com.