Interview

Tiny dolls, big surprises: A little look at Polly Pocket advent calendars with Mattel’s Maggie Gilbert

There’s just so much fun to reveal every day… Mattel’s Maggie Gilbert – Senior Designer, Product.

From teeth to the tabletop: Kyle Spackman on the origins of Bitewing Games – and the key to successful designer partnerships

Bitewing Games Co-Founder Kyle Spackman on the types of concepts he looks for from inventors – and why Bombastic appealed.

Designer Robert Hovakimyan on the origins of his explosive take on tic-tac-toe, Bombastic

Robert Hovakimyan talks Bombastic – and why designing lighter games make his heavier games better.

Scheme, steal and second-guess: Game designer David Gordon talks Pinched!

“I was interested in this idea of trying to read your opponent’s mind…” David Gordon on the story behind his latest launch.

Doin’ the Most Games’ Edwin Benton on authenticity, representation – and Pick, Pic Boom!

Edwin Benton, Founder and CEO at Doin’ the Most Games, discusses the origins of the company – and what fuels his creativity.

Ravensburger’s Ryan Miller discusses 2025 highlights for Disney Lorcana – and his favourite aspect of the game

Disney Lorcana co-designer and Senior Brand Manager Ryan Miller talks Disney collaborations, recent highlights – and A Goofy Movie!

Tycoon Games Founder Dan Yarrington reveals his thoughts on crowdfunding, values… And being brash

“Arrogance and confidence are two sides of the same coin…” In conversation with Dan Yarrington.

Pikkii and WITH Creative Director Ste Smith talks gifts, games, toys… And his creative process

“The world of licensing ideas is incredible!” Ste Smith on having ideas for WITH Creative and Pikkii.

Blue Marble’s Lauren Bowers and The Plan A Group’s Lee Allentuck discuss inventor collaborations – and their fun-first approach to STEM toys

“Once somebody is an inventor with us, we see them as part of our Blue Marble family”: Lauren Bowers and Lee Allentuck discuss the key to fruitful inventor partnerships.

Helvetiq’s Hadi Barkat on Odin, Chit Chat and the upcoming Easy Go range

Hadi Barkat, CEO and Founder of Helvetiq, discusses Odin award wins and a move into party games with Chit Chat.

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