Spiel Essen 2024 hailed “a complete success”
“We have great plans ahead to keep Spiel up-to-date and attractive to exhibitors and visitors from all around the world,” said Florian Hess, Managing Director of Merz Verlag.
Cluedo at 75: The history and mysteries of the boardgame Clue… And why the inventor vanished!
What was the first Clue?! As the game turns 75, Deej Johnson looks at the inventor’s original patent.
Visitor registration for Toy Fair 2025 now open
The three-day showcase will be held from January 21st to 23rd 2025 at Olympia Events in London.
Build-A-Bear Workshop launches Bluey collection
“Bluey is a cherished character that embodies joy, imagination, and family fun — values that resonate deeply with Build-A-Bear,” said Sharon Price John, President and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop.
Toikido teams with Panini America for Bad Eggs trading cards
“By hatching our characters into physical trading cards, we’re pushing the boundaries of what fans can expect from the Bad Egg universe,” said Darran Garnham, Chief Egg and CEO of Toikido.
Sports and animé brands driving growth of licensed toys in Europe, reports Circana
“In a year with fewer blockbusters, the toy industry was able to successfully pivot from big screen names to small screen legends and sports heroes,” said Melissa Symonds, UK Toys Director for Circana.
Whitney and Alex Kimerling discuss what makes a product right for Hootenanny Games
Hootenanny Games – products, pitching and more: Whitney and Alex Kimerling in conversation.
Lucca Comics & Games details Board Game Designer of the Year finalists
The award was created with the aim of rewarding the creative excellence of Italian and international game inventors.
Unfriendly Games’ David Carmona and Karen Nguyen on the origins of their new dexterity title: Nekojima
David Carmona and Karen Nguyen discuss Nekojima… And how their first game idea arrived in a dream!
Hasbro readies Dungeons & Dragons anniversary album
The album’s 12 original tracks are designed to evoke locations within the Forgotten Realms.