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People of Play welcomes Shannon Swindle as Director
“I look forward to creating meaningful experiences, celebrating the work of toy and game designers and continuing to support the incredible people in this industry that I love so much,” said Swindle.
Rubies readies UK launch for Bluey costumes
“We are confident that Rubies’ new Bluey dress-up options will be popular with families on this side of the world, after the positive reception they received in Australia,” said Anita Majhu, Head of Licensing (Softlines) at BBC Studios.
Hasbro debuts Transformers x Sonic the Hedgehog action figures
The Blue Booster figure converts between robot and car mode in 27 steps.
Gwent to be “one of the hottest games of 2025”, says Hachette Boardgames UK
The game – which started life as a card game within The Witcher 3 – comes to the UK in Q3 2025.
Hasbro readies mix-and-match action figures, MixMashers
The range will span characters from Marvel, Transformers and Star Wars.
Mattel teams with Cloudco for Barbie Cutie Reveal Care Bears Series
“Fans will love discovering and collecting all the surprises in this adorable series,” said Robbie Prinzo, Head of Global Licensing at Cloudco Entertainment.
LEGO debuts toys wearing Sunflower lanyard
“Our partnership with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a key step in supporting colleagues with non-apparent disabilities, conditions and needs,” said Lauren von Stackelberg, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer VP at the LEGO Group.
Hachette Boardgames Group strikes distribution deal with Edition Spielwiese
“Our mission is to get more games on UK tables, and Edition Spielwiese’s amazing titles will make that goal ever more achievable,” said Rob Trounce, Marketing Manager of Hachette Boardgames UK.
Spin Master brings Rubik’s to Roblox
“We’re expanding the boundaries of what puzzle gaming can be in social platforms,” said Marc De Vellis, Spin Master’s Global Head of Studios, Digital Games.
Mantic Games readies Halo: Flashpoint
“It’s a dream come true to bring the fast-paced action of the Halo universe to life on tabletop with our partners at Microsoft,” said Ronnie Renton at Mantic Games.