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Asmodee and Unexpected Games to launch Cozy Stickerville in 2026
“One of my core philosophies of this game is personalising – there’s no wrong way to play,” said designer Cory Konieczka.
Prolific inventor Burt Meyer – whose creations included Mouse Trap and Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots – has passed away
The inventor, designer and adventurer Burt Meyer died on October 30th. He was 99.
TOTY Awards 2026 finalists revealed
“Each TOTY finalist is a testament to the creativity that defines the toy industry, which is always innovating to create products that spark joy, learning and social connections through play,” said Greg Ahearn, President & CEO of The Toy Association.
Mattel debuts KPop Demon Hunters dolls
The HUNTR/X “What It Sounds Like” 3-Pack features Rumi, Mira and Zoey as seen in their final performance in the film.
This month’s Board Game Club to be a party games special
“Our party games night will be the last Board Game Club of 2025, so we’re going out with a bang!” said Lesley Singleton, Founder of Playtime PR and Co-Founder of Board Game Club.
Hasbro and Netflix debut Transformers x Stranger Things figures
Freakwency converts from six-inch robot mode to WSQK van mode in 16 steps.
BTHA and Mojo Nation to host Inventors Lunch at Toy Fair 2026
The free Inventors Lunch will return to Toy Fair on Thursday, January 22nd at 12PM, hosted upstairs on the Toy Trust Lounge (UL 161).
CATAN partners with Minnesota Timberwolves for activations, jerseys and giveaways
“This partnership highlights how CATAN has become woven into sports culture – celebrating teamwork, strategy and the power of play that unites fans on and off the court,” said Kevin Hovdestad, Director of Brand Development at CATAN Studio.
IDW Games to return in 2026 with Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game
“It’s really exciting to have total freedom in developing a new system: something that really fits with the G-Force era of Godzilla stories,” said co-creator Mark A. Latham.
Grégory Grard named Board Game Designer of the Year at Lucca Comics & Games 2025
The jury said: ‘Grard has proven his ability to explore different genres and levels of complexity, while maintaining consistently high design quality.’




