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The TinkerList aims to be ‘a proud representation of a functional relationship between an entire industry and the independent inventing community’.

WCT will operate as a division of Jazwares and day-to-day operations will not be impacted by the acquisition.

UNO Flip boasts double-sided cards that introduce a literal ‘dark side’ to UNO, with new action cards and tougher penalties.

With a decline in children’s playtime reported, play futurist Yesim Kunter looks at the role designers have in ensuring the power of playfulness doesn’t waiver.

“With the launch of UNO Braille, we’re making a real impact on a community that has been underserved by providing a game that both blind and sighted people can play together,” said Ray Adler, global head of games at Mattel.

“Toys are a reflection of culture and as the world continues to celebrate the positive impact of inclusivity, we felt it was time to create a doll line free of labels,” said Kim Culmone, senior vice president of Mattel Fashion Doll Design.

Designers Pat Marino and Sean Fletcher reveal more about the origins of Die Hard: The Nakatomi Height Board Game, and share how they decided on which elements of the 1988 classic to incorporate in the game.

“Work is currently underway across all of our markets to look at how we can completely move away from non bio-degradable plastic toys by 2023,” said Fernando Machado, global chief marketing officer at Burger King.

There are now translated copies of Avocado Smash in Hungary, Israel, Poland and Korea.

“This isn’t about selling toys or building a brand; the team at Warner Animation Group have a unique vision of what the first film should be and we are extremely excited to take this journey alongside them,” said Funko’s Brian Mariotti.