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USAopoly to plant one tree seedling for every game sold on its website as part of One Tree Planted partnership
“To acknowledge the use of trees in the production of our products, we wanted to take action that would lend to the restoration of expended or destroyed resources,” said John M. Davis, President and CEO, The Op.
Audio platform Yoto teams with AMEET Publishing and LEGO for new LEGO DUPLO content
The Yoto Player is a screen-free connected speaker and the DUPLO Yoto Cards will allow early learners to engage with themes ranging from animals and shapes to mindfulness.
DoodleMeeple platform removes commission fees and becomes free to use
The board game industry networking platform is now funded through completely optional donations via the Patreon platform.
LEGO design legends Jan Ryaa and Sten Schmidt retire
Between them, they have their names on more than 70 LEGO element patents.
LEGO bolsters Super Mario range with addition of LEGO Luigi
“LEGO play lets children unleash their imaginations, and we’re so excited Luigi has arrived to help them create even more LEGO Super Mario adventures,” said LEGO’s Julia Goldin.
Emma Holmes joins Chronicle Books as Head of Brand for Ridley’s Games
Holmes was previously a Creative Director at Wild + Wolf, the former home of Ridley’s Games prior to Chronicle’s acquisition of the brand.
Mattel Films teams with Vin Diesel for Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots movie
“To take the classic Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em game, with Mattel as my partner, and align it with the kind of world building, franchise making success we have had with Universal, is truly exciting,” said Diesel.
Disney embraces plastic-free packaging for its classic dolls collection
The move forms part of Disney’s broader commitment to environmental stewardship.
Hasbro teams with Star Editions to launch online Monopoly store
The new store sells a range of exclusive personalised and non-personalised Monopoly gifts, including cushions, posters and even a Monopoly board café table.
Wildbrain CPLG looks to bring mobile game Brawl Stars into toys
“The game has an impressive footprint across Europe, which will provide a solid foundation as we assemble a compelling cross-category consumer products programme for fans and gamers,” said Wildbrain CPLG MD Maarten Weck.