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Spielwarenmesse strips Calculix of ToyAward due to copycat claim by Sumblox
The ToyAwards are presented to manufacturers of “genuine” innovations with the originality of a product one of the main criteria for choosing winners.
Crazy Aaron’s moves production efforts from putty to hand sanitiser
“We have the ability to hop on science projects quickly here at Crazy Aaron’s, and we’re looking at this effort to create an FDA-approved hand sanitiser formula as the ultimate science project,” said founder Aaron Muderick.
DISTOY 2020 cancelled
“It’s a decision not taken lightly and is in the best interests of all concerned as well as being in line with all the professional and official advice available,” read a statement from the show’s organisers.
UK Games Expo delayed to August
‘We consider that a postponement at this stage maximises the chances to both protect the health and well-being of all our attendees and hold a successful show in 2020,’ read a statement from the organisers.
McDonald’s to scrap plastic toys from Happy Meals in the UK
Starting next year, Happy Meals will come with a soft toy, a book, or a paper-based toy.
Calliope Games tightens up distribution channels in bid to curb counterfeits
Firm is partnering with Alliance Game Distributors and ACD Distribution in the US, and Universal Games Distribution in Canada, with other international markets currently under review.
LEGO teams with Nintendo for interactive Super Mario sets
“By seamlessly incorporating the latest digital technology, LEGO Super Mario is a highly social, interactive and collaborative experience for kids,” said LEGO’s Julia Goldin.
WATCH: University Games’ Bob Moog talks game design with Stupid Deaths inventor David Snow
At this year’s New York Toy Fair, University Games president Bob Moog sat down with The Fantastic Factory’s David Snow as part of the firm’s UG Studios video series.
Gibsons bolsters TfL range with new games and puzzles
“The London Underground is recognised all over the world, so it’s great to work with such a famous brand and increase our TfL collection,” said Gibsons’ Emily Charles.
L.O.L. Surprise! named Toy of the Year for third year in a row at TOTYs
Other winners on the night included Mattel’s Pictionary Air, Wow! Stuff’s Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak and LEGO Stranger Things.