“It’s more than a game, it’s the progenitor of a whole new form of entertainment”: As D&D turns 50, we asked figures in the industry for their thoughts as to why it continues to survive – and thrive!

The second annual virtual Hasbro Women Innovators of Play event will take place on October 10th, 2024, with the Challenge launching that same day.

“The characters’ heads are completely new elements!”: LEGO Element Designer Léa Milson and Michaela Edgerley Šťovíček, Head of Product for LEGO DUPLO, take us inside the design process of the new Peppa Pig sets.

Alex Tongue – Founder and CEO of Vango Toys – talks trends, toys and working with inventors.

Mattel partnered with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network to validate the design and compatibility of the Hot Wheels Flippin Fast die-cast.

“We will be looking both forward and back as we celebrate the story of this legendary franchise with products and brand partners,” said Bruno Maglione, President of IMG’s licensing business.

Luca Borsa talks us through the unlikely origins of Clementoni’s MotoGP game.

“This event offers a unique and highly valuable opportunity for Mattel to discover and foster new relationships within the international toy and games inventing community,” said Audrey Watanabe, Associate Manager, Inventor Relations at Mattel.

“We’re eager to build partnerships and explore new ideas that will help shape the future of play – all while gaining a fresh perspective on magnetic building,” said Rick Keuter, Director of Product Development & Innovation at MAGNA-TILES.

This year’s Play Creators Conference is taking place at London’s Stamford Bridge Stadium on Wednesday, June 26th.