American Girl readies limited edition Barbie doll
The doll has been designed by Linda Kyaw-Merschon and Rebecca DeKuiper.
Steamforged Games acquires Street Masters from Blacklist Games
“We look forward to exploring the exciting possibilities for the Street Masters world,” said Steamforged Games co-founder and CEO, Rich Loxam
Joking Hazard acquires Lay Waste Games
“This will give us an avenue to release games outside of the Cyanide & Happiness brand and launch titles outside of our usual party/comedy style,” said Alex Murty, International Growth Manager at Joking Hazard.
Alex and Whitney Kimerling on putting inventors at the heart of Hootenanny Games
Alex and Whitney Kimerling talk us through the origins of their brand new company, Hootenanny Games.
KESS to launch Sonic Roll board game in 2024
“Our design team really put their entire blue hearts into this one,” said Alex Kessler, CEO of KESS.
YuMe Toys’ Gurdeep Bains on his fan-first approach to designing Jujutsu Kaisen collectibles
Gurdeep Bains – Global Creative Director at Maxx Group and YuMe Toys – discusses fandom, creativity and compelling unboxing experiences.
PMI’s Tal Cohen on bringing digital brands like Pudgy Penguins and Piñata Smashlings into toys
Tal Cohen – Product Manager at PMI – on play, plush and Pudgy Penguins.
Inventors Bryan Wilson, Sara Farber and Will Sakran talk Snarkas, Tickle Pup and Burstin Bubble Clouds
Fresh from a TAGIE win, Bryan Wilson, Sara Farber and Will Sakran discuss the origins of their inventing collaboration – and why they work so well together.
Readyland’s Joshua Garrett on unlocking the magic of voice tech in play
Joshua Garrett, VP of Development at Creativity Inc. and Chief Creative Officer for Readyland, shares what makes the firm’s voice-tech infused books so engaging.
Kith debuts Mickey & Friends plush set
The capsule collection, celebrating 100 years of Disney, spans apparel and accessories, as well as a plush set and a jigsaw puzzle.