PINDEVCON: Friday the 13th Pinball by Kyle Smet

​If you've ever found yourself nervously glancing over your shoulder on a dark, foggy night, then Friday the 13th Pinball is the homebrew machine that will make your horror-loving heart race. Crafted by the talented Kyle Smet, aka MudFlaps, this custom pinball machine slashed its way into the spotlight at Texas Pinball Festival 2024 for PINDEVCON, bringing the chilling essence of Camp Crystal Lake right to your fingertips.

Friday the 13th pinball machine was such a huge hit at TPF24 that it won BEST IN SHOW up against ~400 other pinball machines that year. (The first time a homebrew game took the W!)

This homebrew project doesn’t just celebrate Jason Voorhees—it honors every single Friday the 13th movie in one terrifyingly awesome package. That’s right—all 12 movies are represented in some way, from the OG 1980 classic to Jason’s trip to space in Jason X (yes, that actually happened).

This game made waves in the homebrew scene because Kyle didn’t just slap a hockey mask on a playfield and call it a day. He designed modes and features based on each of the 12 films, making this one of the most comprehensive horror-themed pinball experiences ever made.

So next time you hear something rustling in the woods, just remember: It’s probably Jason… or it’s just an amazing homebrew pinball machine that you’ll never get to own. 😱

🔪 Ki-Ki-Ki Ma-Ma-Ma... 🔪

Come play Friday the 13th at Texas Pinball Festival 2026!

Want to get started on your own game? Check out:
🚀 Trident Pinball DIY Homebrew Kit
⚡ FAST Pinball Hardware