Gibsons bolsters TfL range with new games and puzzles
“The London Underground is recognised all over the world, so it’s great to work with such a famous brand and increase our TfL collection,” said Gibsons’ Emily Charles.
Ravensburger joins Mojo Pitch 2020
“Mojo Nation has been instrumental in helping us forge a number of promising new relationships already and we’re certainly looking forward to seeing what the next event will bring,” said Ravensburger’s Benn Bramwell.
L.O.L. Surprise! named Toy of the Year for third year in a row at TOTYs
Other winners on the night included Mattel’s Pictionary Air, Wow! Stuff’s Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak and LEGO Stranger Things.
Buffalo Games teams with BuzzFeed for new line of party games
“BuzzFeed is all about driving human connection, and through the BuzzFeed Games imprint, we’ll extend our reach beyond the screen and spread joy IRL to our community through lively game nights,” said BuzzFeed’s SVP of Licensing Eric Karp.
MGA details eco-friendly push with degradable L.O.L Surprise! ball and Little Tikes Go Green range
“Beginning 2025, MGAE will only manufacture products that will degrade when disposed of properly,” said MGA CEO Isaac Larian.
Funko debuts new customisable Snapsies toy line
“Funko is taking our experience in pop culture and entertainment licensed merchandise and bringing it to the toy aisle with an innovative delivery system and product line that will engage kids and increase dwell time at retail,” said Brian Mariotti, Chief Executive Officer at Funko.
Paw Patrol: The Movie to hit cinemas in 2021
Paw Patrol: The Movie will be the first big screen project from Spin Master Entertainment.
Digital transformation
Si digital’s Head of Design – Tom O’Malley – talks digital transformation and how it can give superpowers to toy and entertainment companies.
Alpha’s Darren Lee Phillipson on bringing Subway Surfers to the toy aisle
We caught up with Darren Lee Phillipson, Vice President of Global Product Design at Alpha Group, to find out more about the design process behind the new range, and how the company turns exciting IP into great toy lines.
Distributor Rory Kelly on how a long retail career and two key ingredients shape his view of the toys and games he distributes
With 20 years in retail, and nearly five in the toy-and-game industry, Red Knight Toy Group’s Rory Kelly’s experience includes time at Coiledspring Games as an executive, and as a champion of Wrebbit’s 3D Puzzles.