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.
Spin Master to launch Ms. Rachel toys in 2024
“Ms. Rachel is a wonderful fit for our toy portfolio and will support Spin Master’s expansion into early childhood and developmental play,” said Doug Wadleigh, Spin Master’s Executive Vice President and Head of Global Toy Brands.
Big Potato launches free app game, Mints or Mince
The game is all about guessing if your friends are saying “Mints” or “Mince”.
Hunch Studios’ Peter Levin and Javier Quinonez on creating games that pass the 10-second TikTok test
Tell Me Without Telling Me. If You Know You Know. Tag Someone Who. We talk games, trends and creativity with Hunch Studios’ Peter Levin and Javier Quinonez.
Europe’s first NERF Action Xperience attraction opens in Manchester
The attraction features four NERF zones, including thematic blaster battlegrounds, training activities and a NERF sports arena.
Clixo’s Assaf Eshet on adding themed kits to the award-winning magnetic play system
Clixo’s Assaf Eshet talks us through new themed launches for the brand – and what 2024 has in store.