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InventRight teams with Ed Gartin and April Mitchell to launch Tabletop Game Design course
“If you have been trying to get into inventing games that are sellable, licensable, and profitable, then this is the course for you,” said Ed Gartin.
MasterPieces launches NASA games, puzzles and building kits
“NASA will continue to be a world leader in the exploration of space throughout the next decade, and MasterPieces can now bring that future to our customers,” said David Rolls, President and Founder of MasterPieces, Inc.
Hasbro’s Monopoly Throwback Token Vote will see one retired playing piece return
“We know that fans across the globe have been missing the tokens of their childhood, and now is the chance to take a trip down memory lane and bring one back!” said Adam Biehl, SVP and General Manager of Hasbro Gaming.
Rocket Licensing eyes games and puzzles partners for Little People, Big Dreams
“We’re really looking forward to bringing the property into the homes and lives of children across a wide range of consumer products,” said Charlie Donaldson, joint MD at Rocket Licensing.
Steamforged Games moves to new office in Salford’s MediaCity
“This new office will be our hub for supporting the company’s continuing growth,” said Steamforged Games co-founder and CEO Rich Loxam.
Mattel brings He-Man and the Masters of the Universe into Roblox
“We’re delighted to be on Roblox to provide a new opportunity for fans to connect with our all-new Netflix series via this interactive experience,” said PJ Lewis, VP Global Head of Action Figures at Mattel.
J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot to produce live action Hot Wheels film
Hot Wheels joins a Mattel Films slate that also includes movies based on Barbie, Masters of the Universe, UNO and View Master.
University Games acquires Forbidden Games
Titles like Raccoon Tycoon and Mosaic will now fall under University Games’ new Forbidden Games division.
Toikido to launch toys for NFT brand Cool Cats
“NFTs are a passion of mine, and Cool Cats has been a favourite right out of the gate,” said Toikido founder and CEO Darran Garnham
Spin Master teams with London’s Kingston University to launch UK-based Toy Invention Program
Due to launch in September 2022, the one-year course aims to inspire and nurture future generations of toy inventors.