James Wallis talks us though his new book – Everybody Wins – that shines a spotlight on the winners, and losers, of the Spiel des Jahres awards.

“We’re excited to see Joel, Ellie and more of our beloved characters take on new life through stunning artwork and mechanics that immerse players in the world of The Last of Us,” said Neil Druckmann, Co-President of Naughty Dog.

“Board game adaptations have historically been well-performing standouts in the instant ticket category,” said Brad Thompson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Pollard Banknote.

Richard C. Levy and Ronald O. Weingartner ask ten inventors: what sparks original ideas?

Dominic Sander – Hardlines Product Development Manager at Moonbug Entertainment – discusses creativity, collaboration and CoComelon.

Game designer Jens-Peter Schliemann discusses the story behind his Kinderspiel des Jahres-winning Magic Mountain.

World Alive Founder Amy Holden discusses her route into the toy space, the origins of Aqua Dragons and what to expect from the firm’s new yoga brand.

TOMY Chairman and CEO Kantaro Tomiyama, former Hasbro chairman Alan Hassenfeld and prolific inventor Leslie Scott will be celebrated at this year’s event.

The annual get-together of inventors, designers, product-pickers and toy business professionals will take place on Wednesday, January 25th at the top of The Gherkin.

Joe Barron – founder of Gray Matters Games – discusses the origins of titles like You Bet-Cha!, The Game of Wolf and Word Wipeout.