Play Creators Awards 2024 winners revealed
A celebration of the industry’s design and inventor talent, among the winners this year are Fun-Damental Invention, Angus Walker and Kid Group’s Dan Klitsner.
Teens and adults fuelling growth in European toy markets, says Circana
“We’re seeing a rise in serious toy collectors, fans of pop culture and those who take gaming, puzzling and playing to another level,” said Frédérique Tutt, Global Industry Advisor for Toys at Circana.
KessCo details One Piece party game, Luffy’s Bento Panic
“We’re so proud of how the game turned out, and to get the chance to play and collaborate in the amazing world created by Oda Sensei,” said Alex Kessler, CEO of KessCo.
“My mission? Make products for the world to enjoy!” Courtney Wood on creating Bubblegum Stuff games
Bubblegum Stuff’s Courtney Wood discusses why there’s more to gift games than meets the eye.
Ravensburger’s Samanta Erdini on the “unique freedom” artists enjoy on Disney Lorcana
Art Director Samanta Erdini talks animation, inspiration… And The Emperor’s New Groove!
Ravensburger bolsters Horrified line with World of Monsters
“Horrified: World of Monsters marks our first mix-and-match rules, our first multi-phase monster challenge, and our first release at a new, more approachable price point,” said Lysa Penrose, Head of New Games Marketing at Ravensburger.
Veronica Kushnareva – AKA LadyShalirin – on using music as inspiration when illustrating for Disney Lorcana
LadyShalirin talks us through her work on Ursula – Sea Witch Queen from Disney Lorcana.
American Dream readies The Gameroom Powered by Hasbro
“Whether it’s a round of laser tag at the G.I. JOE Battle Station or drinks at the stunning Game Bar, there is something for every member of the family at The Gameroom,” said Bryan Gaus, Senior Vice President and General Manager of American Dream.
Ravensburger’s Tim Schilder to take Play Creators Conference audience ‘Inside Game Design’
This year’s Play Creators Conference is taking place at London’s Stamford Bridge Stadium on Wednesday, June 26th.
Hasbro debuts Hydro Pods, a new line of water-powered battling toys
Hydro Pods is the result of a collaboration between London-based invention studio Seven Towns and the Hasbro design team.