People of Play merges with The Toy Association
“By joining The Toy Association with their additional resources and new vision, we can strengthen our brands for generations to come,” said Mary Couzin, founder of People of Play.
CONNETIX debuts Road range
“Our new Road Range invites children’s narrative and storytelling, offering endless ways to explore and learn through open-ended play,” said Brea Brand, CEO at CONNETIX Tiles.
Ravensburger’s Ryan Miller on what goes into crafting new sets for Disney Lorcana
“We don’t want every set to introduce new mechanics…”: Disney Lorcana co-designer and Senior Brand Manager Ryan Miller talks fresh takes, deep cuts and Shimmering Skies.
Kremer and the Cube: Mike Moody of Seven Towns on the genius of I.D.I.O.T. Award winner Tom Kremer
Mike Moody talks about the twists and turns of Tom Kremer’s extraordinary life in toys and games.
The Brand Radar: Barbie, The Design Museum and the power of exhibitions
Start Licensing’s Ian Downes reports back on a visit to the Design Museum’s Barbie exhibition, and why it’s an encouraging experience for brand owners, licensees and designers alike.
A two-player game won the Spiel des Jahres this year… Is this category an exciting opportunity for designers and publishers – or a tough sell?
We ask publishers and designers about whether Sky Team’s success could spark a wider interest in two-player games.
BTHA’s Roland Earl and Rebecca Deeming-Mitchell on inventor engagement, industry evolutions and London Toy Fair 2025
The British Toy & Hobby Association’s Roland Earl – Director General – and Rebecca Deeming – Senior Communications & Event Manager – on why inventors should come to Toy Fair.
Lee Allentuck joins BBC Studios as VP of Consumer Products for North America
“BBC’s values of excellence and education aligns perfectly with my own commitment to STEM learning and developing innovative play,” said Allentuck.
Skybound Tabletop readies Creepshow: The Suspense Building Game
Based on the comic book anthology, Creepshow is a story-building game where players become Creeps and weave ‘twisted tales’.
Hootenanny Games launches Sour Patch Kids edition of SIXEM
This Sour Patch Kids edition of the game introduces a ‘Sweet’ or ‘Sour’ twist on the classic SIXEM gameplay.