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IMG looks to bring BRZRKR into toys and collectables
“We’re only beginning to scratch the surface of the potential of this amazing franchise,” said Filip Sablik, BOOM! Studios’ President of Publishing & Marketing.
Metrostar eyes toy and game partners for London Zoo
“We are pleased to bring the world-renowned London Zoo to licensing for the very first time in our near 200-year history, with the support of Metrostar,” said Lee Duffy, London Zoo’s Head of Commercial.
Mattel teams with Microsoft for Mega Bloks Xbox 360 set
The 1,342 piece set is a fully buildable, light-up console and controller – complete with a brick version of Halo 3.
Bobby Abley readies Transformers capsule collection
“Transformers: Rise of the Beasts takes audiences on a ‘90s globetrotting adventure filled with spectacle and thrill – Bobby Abley’s collection perfectly captures this spirit,” said Hasbro’s Marianne James.
Superplastic teams with The Weeknd for vinyl toys celebrating 10 years of Kiss Land
“The Kiss Land collection is in recognition of this journey we are on together, and I am grateful to Superplastic for helping to bring this vision to life and celebrate this special moment,” said The Weeknd.
Want Not? Waste Not! Tesco, Hasbro and Wastebuster join forces in toy-recycling first.
Retail giant Tesco is joining forces with Hasbro to turn broken plastic toys into books for UK schools.
Toyish Labs readies first themed Clixo packs
“We are thrilled to bring two new Clixo packs to kids and adults to unlock even more creative possibilities and bring play to new heights,” said Assaf Eshet, Founder of Toyish Labs.
Unstuffed: A Build-A-Bear Story to screen at Toy Fair New York
The premiere of the documentary will take place on Saturday, September 30th at the Javits Center General Session Theater 1E09.
Otis College of Art and Design to showcase student creations at Toy Fair New York
“We take great pride in fostering an environment where students and aspiring toy industry professionals can showcase their innovative work and forge meaningful connections,” said The Toy Association’s Kimberly Carcone.
LEGO to launch Braille Bricks next month
Until now, LEGO Braille Bricks have only been distributed free of charge by the LEGO Foundation to organisations specialising in the education of children with vision impairment.