Toy and Game School’s Adam Borton runs through the best software to use when making toys and games and refining your designs.

Matt Fantastic discusses game invention – and seeing fewer auteur designers!

“We’re looking for games that deliver exciting and memorable gameplay, yet are simple to explain to our customers,” said Exploding Kittens’ Thor Ritz.

We caught up with Stella Bradley, Head of New Product Development at Eaglemoss Hero Collector, to find out more about the creative process behind the new collection.

“It translates the imaginative play, high physicality and fun competition that characterises the property to an all-new and exciting medium for our fans,” said Hasbro’s Scott Ozarski.

Get ready for the HEYKUBE! Co-inventor David Garrett on a cube puzzle with a twist.

In the Best Licensed Collaboration Award category, Nerf’s Travis Scott partnership and Adidas’ Crayola range are both in contention.

“Last year’s virtual event surpassed our expectations, and therefore we are thrilled to participate again,” said Tony Serebriany, Senior Director of Inventor Relations and International Sales, USAopoly.

“Design registration is complex, arcane and often misunderstood,” said Victor Caddy, who heads up the new Designs team.

“Each year we look to this event for fresh, globally inspired ideas from the inventor community it attracts,” said PlayMonster’s Adam Hocherman.