Pinball enthusiasts gather in Missoula for state tournament

Competitive pinball players will converge at Oddpitch Brewing in Missoula this weekend for a state tournament featuring the top 16 players in Montana's open division and a women's plus division.

Competitors and organizers emphasize that the tournament demands skill, strategy, and endurance, with finalists expected to play for several hours.

The format is head-to-head, best of seven games per round, with the first to four wins advancing.

"It's also really exciting because people are coming from all over the state and even one person from Colorado who used to be from Montana," said Gretchen Neal, a tournament competitor. "Who's who are playing and we know we know everybody and it's a really strong community and so just really excited to have everybody here."

The open division tournament begins Saturday, while the women's plus division will take place on Sunday.

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