“Doing things differently is paying off” says Moose Toys following UK growth
“We backed ourselves four years ago when we decided to go direct to retail in the UK, and due to the hard work and commitment of our team, we are now seeing some amazing results,” said Paul Solomon, co-owner, Moose Toys
GPI launches manufacturing program for BIPOC and women-owned toy and game firms
The new initiative allows young and growing businesses to accept mass-market retail purchase orders that previously would have been a financial challenge to accept.
USAopoly gives Squishmallows the Monopoly treatment
The game comes with an exclusive collectible 4” Squishmallows Cam the Cat plush.
Make more time for ideas: Creative Consultant Deej Johnson explores time management for inventors
Prototypes, sizzles, pitches… How do you get it all done? Deej Johnson on classic time-management techniques
Just Playing Games’ Leo Taylor, David Rudow and George Feledichuk on creating Clue: Treachery at Tudor Mansion
The team at Just Playing Games talk us through bringing Clue into the world of escape room board games.
Only a few weeks left to get your nominations in for Mojo Nation 100: 2023 Edition
The deadline for nominations is Monday, December 5th.
Jooki, Hugimals and Mattel’s Dr Jane Goodall Barbie doll make TIME’s Best Inventions of 2022
Away from the core list, there was also a special mention for Cubles, a line of cardboard build-your-own-toys.
Alexandra Ehrmann on fuelling a passion for history through play with History Heroes
Alexandra Ehrmann discusses why, after a string of popular card games, the time is right for the History Heroes brand to launch a board game.
Spiel welcomes new MD in Carol Rapp
Alongside Dominique Metzler and Florian Hess, Carol will assume joint responsibility for the organisation and ongoing development of the Essen-based Spiel show.
Barry & Jason Games’ Barry McLaughlin and Jason Lautenschleger on why silly sizzles sell
Barry McLaughlin and Jason Lautenschleger discuss their approach to pitching – and we get the lowdown on their new games, Scribble Hips and It’s Tricky.