Based on the popular comic-book series, the game is pitched as having the structure of a board game, but with a focus on storytelling.

“This collaboration is more than a product launch, it is a global design partnership,” said Nick Karamanos, SVP of Entertainment Partnerships, Mattel.

The crossover edition sees players race to identify matching CATAN symbols, including hexes and resource motifs.

Once built, LEGO fans can rotate the dials and crank to animate swimming fish, swaying coral, a crab emerging from an underwater cave and an opening treasure chest.

M. Night Shyamalan and Brad Falchuk aim to reimagine Magic 8 Ball as the centerpiece of a ‘high-concept, character-driven supernatural drama’.

“It is a real thrill getting to work on a set of cards like Whispers in the Well with so many wonderful Disney glimmers coming to the game,” said Shane Hartley, Ravensburger VP of Creative on Disney Lorcana TCG.

“Moodbox will become a hub for creativity and innovation,” said Jean-Sébastien De Barros, Chief Product Officer and EVP Publishing at Asmodee.

Hadi Barkat, CEO and Founder of Helvetiq, discusses Odin award wins and a move into party games with Chit Chat.

The buildable R2-D2 STEM Robot kit offers a blend of ‘educational value, interactivity and brand power’.

With gamers flocking to Essen next week, Spiel MD Carol Rapp shares what makes a successful show.