Flip 7 inventor Eric Olsen, The Op’s Director of Party & Family Games David Blanchard and Tony Serebriany – VP of Inventor Relations at The Op – discuss the origins of the game… And why it already feels like a classic.

Nominees include The Op’s Flip7, Kosmos’ Gecko Run and TOMY’s Bebé Fuerte Count & Groove Bouncy Barbell.

“Adding Mexico as a direct-to-retail market is a key part of our strategy to supercharge growth in the region and an important initiative in the next phase of our overall company strategic plan,” said Ronnie Frankowski, Global President at Moose Toys.

“We needed an innocent face to be the therapist that ruins people’s lives”: Matthew Inman – Creator of The Oatmeal and Co-Creator of Exploding Kittens – talks us through the development of his new comic-creating card game.

“We wanted Kaleidos to be artist-led and people-focused”: Kaleidos Creative’s Ben Butcher on the origins of the company – and what to expect from its first launches.

“Seeing how new customers and educators have embraced Hug Me Pillows as a tool for comfort and emotional well-being is truly heartwarming,” said Hug Me Pillows Creator Lucy Freeth.

Why keeping notebooks is widely recognised as one of the most powerful techniques of all…

“Our cross-game campaign will deliver massive scale and reach, delighting millions of players where they hang out,” said Ricardo Briceno, Chief Business Officer of Gamefam.

“The space will serve as a global centre for product and design excellence,” said Julia Goldin, CPMO of the LEGO Group.

“Teaming up with the creative minds at UP Games allows us to offer players light strategy games crafted by renowned designers, ensuring a fresh, fun experience for every type of gamer,” said Julien Sharp, Country Manager at Asmodee North America.