Hasbro and Netflix debut Transformers x Stranger Things figures
Freakwency converts from six-inch robot mode to WSQK van mode in 16 steps.
From teeth to the tabletop: Kyle Spackman on the origins of Bitewing Games – and the key to successful designer partnerships
Bitewing Games Co-Founder Kyle Spackman on the types of concepts he looks for from inventors – and why Bombastic appealed.
Designer Robert Hovakimyan on the origins of his explosive take on tic-tac-toe, Bombastic
Robert Hovakimyan talks Bombastic – and why designing lighter games make his heavier games better.
BTHA and Mojo Nation to host Inventors Lunch at Toy Fair 2026
The free Inventors Lunch will return to Toy Fair on Thursday, January 22nd at 12PM, hosted upstairs on the Toy Trust Lounge (UL 161).
CATAN partners with Minnesota Timberwolves for activations, jerseys and giveaways
“This partnership highlights how CATAN has become woven into sports culture – celebrating teamwork, strategy and the power of play that unites fans on and off the court,” said Kevin Hovdestad, Director of Brand Development at CATAN Studio.
IDW Games to return in 2026 with Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game
“It’s really exciting to have total freedom in developing a new system: something that really fits with the G-Force era of Godzilla stories,” said co-creator Mark A. Latham.
Grégory Grard named Board Game Designer of the Year at Lucca Comics & Games 2025
The jury said: ‘Grard has proven his ability to explore different genres and levels of complexity, while maintaining consistently high design quality.’
Leave it Out! Deej Johnson reveals ten words you should avoiding using in rules
Are there specific words you should take out of game rules? “Dozens!” says Deej Johnson… And here are ten!
Scheme, steal and second-guess: Game designer David Gordon talks Pinched!
“I was interested in this idea of trying to read your opponent’s mind…” David Gordon on the story behind his latest launch.
LEGO readies The Goonies set
Brand-new elements were designed for Sloth’s pirate hat and bandana, and Mama Fratelli’s hair and beret.






