How to Update Vpin Software

How to Install & Update Vpin Software

Keep Your Cabinet Current

With your vpin cabinet built, you've now discovered... hardware was the easy part! Virtual Pinball requires a number of different applications to make it all sing and dance together.

Don't panic, our goal is to help you understand all the different pieces of software, and help you properly set them up on your vpin cab. We have collected some of the best vpin resources we've found online.

These guides will help you with the initial install and future updates... as you will soon learn... there is always something to update 😀

Front End

"Baller" Installer

A frontend is the software that manages all of your vpin emulators, media, playlists & more. Nailbuster has created the ultimate front end for virtual pinball called PinUp Popper.

Not only that, he's created the amazing 'baller installer' which takes the pain out of the entire vpin software deployment!

Your Vpin software journey should begin with the ballerinstaller!

Download Info ↗ Themes & FAQ ↗

Emulators

The Physics Engines

There are a number of virtual pinball emulators.

Visual Pinball X (VPX) is the best for simulating physical pinball mechanics and feel, and has the best tie in to DOF.

While Zen Studios FX3, FX, M all provide a fun arcade experience, as does Zaccaria Pinball.

Future Pinball is a mix of both arcade and simulation pinball.

Setup Guides Below ↓

Software & Updates

Make It Sing & Dance

There are a number of other programs that will make your Vpin sing, dance... and light up of course!

When your vpin is running on Pinscape Controller Software you can tie many toys together via DOF Config Tool.

Vpinmame, Color DMD, and FlexDMD are just a few of the other VPX related software that you will need to keep updated.

Terry Red has Future Pinball on lock down, his guides will keep you updated with ease!