“We’re looking forward to connecting with innovative and creative thinkers, and developing some exciting new opportunities for Ravensburger,” said Vicki Isitt, Product Marketing Manager for Games at Ravensburger UK.

“Brick-and-mortar game stores are the cornerstone of the tabletop gaming industry, providing spaces where players connect, discover new games, and build lifelong memories,” said John Stacy, Executive Director.

“The Play Creators Festival is where innovation meets opportunity,” said Jazwares’ Magdalena Eichhorn.

Sean Fosse talks us through the origins of Glasshouse Games – and what to expect from their debut title.

“This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with some of the most creative minds in the industry, share insights, and discover amazing new games,” said Massimo Zeppetelli, Director of Inventor Relations, Growth and Marketing at Oink Games.

“The Born To Play mission is to build community through product that inspires play,” said Born To Play CEO Daniel Delapa.

We asked figures in the industry for their favourite toy and game launches of the year. The only caveat… They couldn’t choose a product they were involved in!

This year’s top 10 features interviews with Exploding Kittens’ Matthew Inman, Hasbro’s Angus Walker and Jazwares’ Magdalena Eichhorn.

“Our best ideas are ahead of us…” Hazel Reynolds on selling well, doing good and relentless optimism.

“It sold out within three and a half weeks!” Barry Hughes – MD at Golden Bear – talks us through the Soccer Bot success story.