LEGO Designer Mike Psiaki on the challenges of recreating the legendary ship, RMS Titanic
110 years after the sinking of the Titanic, designer Mike Psiaki discusses creating the LEGO version…
Mojo Nation’s Play Creators Festival 2022 to span both in-person and digital events
The Play Creators Festival will take place at London’s Twickenham Stadium from September 5th to 7th, with events including conferences, awards and pitching sessions.
“BlueJ is focused on inventors winning with Jazwares”: Lauren Mershon and Brian Thornber on championing great ideas
Lauren and Brian tell us about their route into IR – and what they’re currently looking for from inventors.
Nat Marco – founder of Small Fries Games – reveals how Pringles Pop Quiz got to market… And why she’s old school!
The founder of Small Fries Games, Nat Marco, talks about developing ideas – and taking a bold step toward licensing…
IDEO’s Josh Finkle on collaboration, creativity and the power of Post-its
Josh Finkle tells us about his route into toy invention – and we discuss what keeps IDEO at the top of its game.
Netflix launches its own line of plush toys, the Chilleez
Each Chilleez character boasts a rear pocket to store Netflix viewing essentials, like snacks.
Dream Reviews
Making Things’ Founder Fi Murray looks at the benefits of writing ‘dream reviews’ for concepts at the start of the creative process.
Does the Metaverse Matter, and Should You Be Paying Attention?
Gallium Ventures’ Heather Delaney looks at what the metaverse means to toy and game designers – and its potential to re-energise the ideation process.
Hasbro to launch Indiana Jones toys in 2023
Toy giant has also renewed its Star Wars partnership with Lucasfilm.
The New York Times acquires Wordle
“Wordle will have an exciting future with the help of a team of talented engineers, designers, editors and more, furthering the user experience,” said Jonathan Knight, general manager for The New York Times Games.