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Spotify acquires music trivia game Heardle
“Since its debut, the game has quickly built a loyal following, and it aligns with our plans to deepen interactivity across the Spotify ecosystem,” said Jeremy Erlich, Global Head of Music at Spotify.
Luck heads to the tabletop with Breaking Games
“We have worked closely with the team at Skydance Animation to bring the beloved characters from the movie to life by extending the experience from the television screen to right into your hands with our game,” said Shari Spiro, CEO and Founder of Breaking Games.
Funko Games brings blind bag toys and gaming together in Disney Kingdomania
Styled like an 8-bit video game and designed with collectability in mind, Disney Kingdomania sees players attempt to patch glitches before it’s “Game Over” for the characters and their digital game world.
Mattel readies launch of MEGA Masters of the Universe Snake Mountain set
The set includes 3,802 bricks and measures 24 inches wide when open.
Brunel University London looks for industry partners to set product design brief for students
The opportunity comes from Design Plus, Brunel’s ongoing design support programme which focuses on promoting and developing collaborations between Brunel and industry.
Parents want to see no differentiation between ‘girl’ and ‘boy’ toys, says Kids Industries report
The report explores the concept of diversity and inclusion amongst children and their parents – and what this looks like in the toys they play with.
Vida the Vet “will resonate within all key categories”, says Spin Master
Vida the Vet – which debuts on CBeebies in 2023 – follows a ten-year-old animal doctor who nurtures the charming and silly woodland creatures who live outside her home.
Super7 bolsters The Simpsons Ultimates! range with Mr. Burns, Ralph Wiggum and Kang & Kodos
Each action figure features a range of interchangeable parts and accessories inspired by fan-favourite episodes of The Simpsons.
Mattel’s Richard Dickson to deliver ‘Barbie x Fashion’ keynote at BLE 2022
Mattel’s President and COO Richard Dickson will discuss Barbie’s fashion legacy to date, and also look ahead at the brand’s bright future in this sector.
Elton John gets the Steiff treatment
The Elton John bear is the latest launch in the Steiff Rocks range celebrating music icons.