Emily Charles, Head of Brand at Gibsons, on the company’s latest slate of games – and what she wants from inventors.

The Fisch toy line will launch in Fall 2025, spanning microfigures, collectible plush, deluxe plush and a ‘Captain’s Goldfish Collector Bundle’.

“Our reputation for innovation and quality – and the brand’s sense of adventure, friendship and fun – continues to resonate with our expanding and diverse global fanbase,” said Mathieu Galante, Licensing Director EMEA for The Pokémon Company International.

Events will kick off in late February and run through March, focused around Asmodee’s key new releases.

“We are honoured to work with Hasbro to reimagine this legendary brand for a new generation of children, as well as long time kidult fans and collectors,” said Dan Westcott, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Basic Fun!

“We are excited to expand our partnership with TV Tokyo to bring the global hit series Bluey into more Japanese homes – and to work alongside our dedicated agency Phoenixx Inc. to introduce more consumer products locally,” said Sophia Spinelli, VP Brands & Marketing at BBC Studios Asia.

“Our new Luxe Life line is a game-changer,” said Jeffrey Fisher, President of Fashion Angels.

“We thrive on innovation and collaboration, and this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded creatives who are passionate about game design,” said Will Hall, Puzzle Post Co-Founder.

Barry & Jason Games and Entertainment’s Barry McLaughlin and Jason Lautenschleger talk us through the origins of Feelin’ Cute – and why Hootenanny proved a perfect home for it.

“It’s the Play-Doh brand’s mission to elevate the value of imagination, and fashion is a natural manifestation of that creativity and self-expression,” said Tim Kilpin, President, Toys, Games, Licensing & Entertainment for Hasbro, Inc.