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Paladone to launch LEGO range in 2026
“This partnership lets us click our award-winning design and global reach together with the LEGO Group’s incredible brand power,” said Jim Downey, Chief Executive Officer of Paladone.
YuMe Toys details 2026 slate, spanning IP like One Piece, Hello Kitty and Molang
“Our 2026 portfolio underlines YuMe’s commitment to building long-term partnerships with world-leading licensors,” said Michael Kwan, CEO of YuMe Toys.
Schleich debuts first Eldrador concept store at American Dream Mall’s Toys R Us store
“Collaborations like this allow us to transform an ordinary shopping trip into something extraordinary,” said Kelli Masilun, Senior Director of North American Marketing at schleich.
Spiel 2025 welcomes more visitors than ever before
“I don’t know of any other event that is as strong a springboard for a business’s launch as Spiel,” said Florian Hess, Managing Director of Merz Verlag and Executive Board Member of Spielwarenmesse eG.
Asmodee brings Ticket to Ride afternoon tea to DoubleTree by Hilton London-Victoria
The Ticket to Ride: First Journey Kids Afternoon Tea is hosted at the hotel’s Terminus Kitchen & Bar and features treats inspired by the game.
Jazwares named official worldwide plush licensee for FIFA World Cup 2026
“From the official mascot designs to celebrating the sport’s classic iconography, this collection is our tribute to the passion, pride, and unity that define the game,” said Sam Ferguson, Senior Vice President of Global Licensing at Jazwares.
CATAN movies, TV shows and animated projects in the works at Netflix
“I am thrilled to see the game expanding to a larger audience who will discover the richness of its universe,” said Asmodee CEO Thomas Koegler.
Jazwares and Warner Bros. Discovery debut plush range across brands like IT, Gremlins and more
“The horror and otherworldly genres have massive multigenerational appeal,” said Gerhard Runken, Executive Vice President of Brand & Marketing at Jazwares.
Hasbro to launch KPop Demon Hunters edition of Monopoly Deal
The game sees players collect item cards featuring the objects that Rumi, Mira and Zoey need to pull off the show and seal the Honmoon.
Hasbro and Mattel sign as global co-master toy licensees for Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters
“Netflix, Mattel and Hasbro joining forces on this first-of-its-kind collaboration means fans can finally get their hands on the best dolls, games, and merchandise they’ve been not-so-subtly demanding,” said Marian Lee, Chief Marketing Officer at Netflix.





