Jazwares’ Squishmallows was named overall Toy of the Year, and also picked up the People’s Choice award and Plush Toy of the Year award.

Elliot Rudell tells us what he feels is key to successful relationships between inventors and toy companies.

Funko Games is also bolstering its Something Wild range, with Something Wild: Spider-Man and Something Wild: Boba Fett.

“The brand has significant potential beyond the core toy range,” said Jasen Wright, VP North America at WildBrain CPLG.

Rich Mazel – VP of Innovation and Inventor Relations at Spin Master – tells us why it’s a great time to be a toy inventor.

“There are few bands that defined pop culture in the same way the Spice Girls did back in the 1990s, and it’s been such fun bringing the band to life in our BrickHeadz style,” said LEGO designer Daniel Squirrell.

Gamefound is the first company to receive funding from Ravensburger’s innovation and investment program, Next Ventures.

The Kickstarter campaign for the game closed with over $9m pledged, making it the fourth biggest tabletop games project in Kickstarter history.

The Play Creators Festival will take place at London’s Twickenham Stadium from September 5th to 7th, with events including conferences, awards and pitching sessions.

Lauren and Brian tell us about their route into IR – and what they’re currently looking for from inventors.