BPAC Brisbane 2024 brings classic arcade competition and pinball prestige to Clubhouse Moorooka
The Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective (BPAC) returns for its fifth year with a week of competitive pinball, arcade and classic console gaming running June 17–22.
Pure Nintendo is participating in the event alongside players and spectators drawn to marquee competitions such as the Brisbane Masters pinball tournament, the Australian Kong Off and a slate of classic console championships featuring titles like Mario Kart 64 and GoldenEye on N64 hardware.
BPAC is billed as a celebration of competitive pinball and arcade culture in Australia.
The annual showcase includes national-level events: the Brisbane Masters (the event's premier pinball tournament), the Australian Kong Off (AKO) with A and B grade finals, the Australian Women's Pinball Championships and multiple arcade and console competitions for all ages and skill levels.
Organizers confirm spectating at the Clubhouse Moorooka is free, and full event details and tickets are available at bnepac.org.
Pure Nintendo issued a statement saying it was delighted to be involved with BPAC’s fifth anniversary, underscoring the publication’s support for both competitive pinball and classic gaming communities.
The outlet highlighted the event’s mix of pinball tournaments and classic console competitions as a focal point for Brisbane’s retro-gaming scene.
Event schedule and highlights
- Wed June 17: Brisbane Arcade Open (10:00 AM); Worms Armageddon (PC) tournament (6:00 PM)
- Thu June 18: Australian Classic Console Championships (10:00 AM)
- Fri June 19: Class of ’81 Arcade Competitions — Ms. Pac-Man (10:00 AM), Frogger (1:00 PM), Galaga (3:30 PM), Donkey Kong Level 3 (7:00 PM)
- Sat June 20: Australian Kong-Off IX Qualifying (9:00 AM); AKO B Grade Finals (3:00 PM); N64 GoldenEye multiplayer competition (4:00 PM); N64 Mario Kart 64 multiplayer competition (7:00 PM)
- Sun June 21: Australian Kong Off A Grade Finals (10:00 AM)
- Mon June 22 (Netherworld Arcade): Sega MegaDrive speed-running races (1:00 PM); Two-Headed Monster arcade gaming competition (6:00 PM)
The programme spans arcade staples, console multiplayer, pinball tournaments and speed-running, reflecting BPAC’s commitment to both preservation and competition.
While BPAC emphasizes legacy hardware such as N64 and Sega MegaDrive, the event also serves as a gathering point for fans who follow broader Nintendo news, including Nintendo Direct updates and Nintendo Switch eShop releases related to retro collections.
For attendees and competitors: consult bnepac.org for full competition formats, machine lists and ticketing information.
With free spectating at Clubhouse Moorooka and a dense schedule of tournaments, BPAC’s fifth-year run aims to be a central calendar event for Australia’s pinball and classic gaming communities.
The Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective (BPAC) returns for its fifth year with a week of competitive pinball, arcade and classic console gaming running June 17–22.
Pure Nintendo is participating in the event alongside players and spectators drawn to marquee competitions such as the Brisbane Masters pinball tournament, the Australian Kong Off and a slate of classic console championships featuring titles like Mario Kart 64 and GoldenEye on N64 hardware.
BPAC is billed as a celebration of competitive pinball and arcade culture in Australia.
The annual showcase includes national-level events: the Brisbane Masters (the event's premier pinball tournament), the Australian Kong Off (AKO) with A and B grade finals, the Australian Women's Pinball Championships and multiple arcade and console competitions for all ages and skill levels.
Organizers confirm spectating at the Clubhouse Moorooka is free, and full event details and tickets are available at bnepac.org.
Pure Nintendo issued a statement saying it was delighted to be involved with BPAC’s fifth anniversary, underscoring the publication’s support for both competitive pinball and classic gaming communities.
The outlet highlighted the event’s mix of pinball tournaments and classic console competitions as a focal point for Brisbane’s retro-gaming scene.
Event schedule and highlights
- Wed June 17: Brisbane Arcade Open (10:00 AM); Worms Armageddon (PC) tournament (6:00 PM)
- Thu June 18: Australian Classic Console Championships (10:00 AM)
- Fri June 19: Class of ’81 Arcade Competitions — Ms. Pac-Man (10:00 AM), Frogger (1:00 PM), Galaga (3:30 PM), Donkey Kong Level 3 (7:00 PM)
- Sat June 20: Australian Kong-Off IX Qualifying (9:00 AM); AKO B Grade Finals (3:00 PM); N64 GoldenEye multiplayer competition (4:00 PM); N64 Mario Kart 64 multiplayer competition (7:00 PM)
- Sun June 21: Australian Kong Off A Grade Finals (10:00 AM)
- Mon June 22 (Netherworld Arcade): Sega MegaDrive speed-running races (1:00 PM); Two-Headed Monster arcade gaming competition (6:00 PM)
The programme spans arcade staples, console multiplayer, pinball tournaments and speed-running, reflecting BPAC’s commitment to both preservation and competition.
While BPAC emphasizes legacy hardware such as N64 and Sega MegaDrive, the event also serves as a gathering point for fans who follow broader Nintendo news, including Nintendo Direct updates and Nintendo Switch eShop releases related to retro collections.
For attendees and competitors: consult bnepac.org for full competition formats, machine lists and ticketing information.
With free spectating at Clubhouse Moorooka and a dense schedule of tournaments, BPAC’s fifth-year run aims to be a central calendar event for Australia’s pinball and classic gaming communities.