“We’re excited to see Joel, Ellie and more of our beloved characters take on new life through stunning artwork and mechanics that immerse players in the world of The Last of Us,” said Neil Druckmann, Co-President of Naughty Dog.

“Board game adaptations have historically been well-performing standouts in the instant ticket category,” said Brad Thompson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Pollard Banknote.

Dominic Sander – Hardlines Product Development Manager at Moonbug Entertainment – discusses creativity, collaboration and CoComelon.

Game designer Jens-Peter Schliemann discusses the story behind his Kinderspiel des Jahres-winning Magic Mountain.

World Alive Founder Amy Holden discusses her route into the toy space, the origins of Aqua Dragons and what to expect from the firm’s new yoga brand.

TOMY Chairman and CEO Kantaro Tomiyama, former Hasbro chairman Alan Hassenfeld and prolific inventor Leslie Scott will be celebrated at this year’s event.

2023’s Play Creators Festival will take place from June 27th to 29th at London’s Stamford Bridge, with events including the Play Creators Conference, Play Creators Awards and Mojo Pitch.

The annual get-together of inventors, designers, product-pickers and toy business professionals will take place on Wednesday, January 25th at the top of The Gherkin.

Joe Barron – founder of Gray Matters Games – discusses the origins of titles like You Bet-Cha!, The Game of Wolf and Word Wipeout.

The collaboration has come about to celebrate World Pasta Day.