Interviews
“Inventors don’t need to make it funny, they need to make it fun”: In conversation with Thor Ritz, VP of Game Development at Exploding Kittens
Thor Ritz discusses what makes a concept fun for Exploding Kittens.
What makes Folkmanis Puppets great? Art director Allison Sieber on why the company’s in great hands
As Folkmanis Puppets nears its 50th year, Allison Sieber discusses the company’s amazing products.
Rachel Godfroy on helping children feel confident and connected with Kid Kreations’ Heartfuls
“Each doll is designed to ‘fill your heart.'”: Designer Rachel Godfroy discusses the development process behind the MESH-accredited doll range, Heartfuls.
Astra President Sue Warfield talks tariffs – and what to expect from this year’s Astra Marketplace & Academy event
Sue Warfield lets us know what to expect from the imminent Astra Marketplace & Academy.
Alessandro Montingelli reveals the best way to pitch to him… And what AMIGO looks for in ideas
Sizzles, wishlists, pitching and going off lists: what Alessandro Montingelli wants for AMIGO.
Asmodee’s Birgitte Bülow on Brick Like This, revamping Hint and crafting ‘clever games’
With this first wave of LEGO games, we want to reach as broad an audience as possible”: Birgitte Bülow – CEO of Bezzerwizzer Studio and Dotted Games – on Asmodee’s new LEGO party game, Brick Like This.
Julian Miller – co-founder of McMiller Games – on finding ideas, testing games and fighting fish!
“We look for three things in ideas…” Julian Miller reveals how McMiller Games develops new products.
“We want to bring the thrill back into collecting”: Brian Mariotti on ambitions for his new collectibles company, Thrilljoy
Brian Mariotti on fandom, collecting and what makes a brand attractive to Thrilljoy.
Moose Toys’ Audrey Freda Tam on bringing a beauty-inspired twist to slime play with Gui Gui
“It’s a premium, layered, five-step unboxing experience that takes inspiration from multi-step skincare routines”: Audrey Freda Tam, Design Director for Dolls, Collectibles and Activities at Moose Toys, talks Gui Gui.
Inventor magician Vinny Sagoo discusses games, creativity… And making magic mainstream
“Ideas come from all over the place!” Inventor Vinny Sagoo talks games, magic and more.