WowWee, an innovative and leading toy manufacturer, has launched their ambitious My Avastars product line. Not only that, but the brand new My Avastars online game has now officially gone live, bringing even more dimension to the line of highly customizable toys. With the launch of both digital and physical platforms, My Avastars is shaping to be a big mover for Holiday 2022. The line was selected by TTPM as a Most Wanted item for 2022 in their Imaginative and Roleplay category, and was recently featured in their 2022 Holiday Showcase.

Naruto turns 20! For this special birthday of the Japanese cult series, Playmobil celebrates the long-awaited premiere in the world of anime with the first figures from Naruto Shippuden. Playmobil is taking its first steps in the diverse anime cosmos with this fascinating new license in the kidult sector. With this new series, Playmobil picks up the exciting adventures of the sympathetic ninja Naruto Uzumaki. Of course, he is accompanied by his long-time rival, the determined Sasuke Uchiha and his close friend, the spirited Sakura Haruno. Also included are many other characters from the popular series, such as the disciplined Kakashi or members of the villainous Akatsuki.

BBC Studios and Macy’s, announced that Bluey, the star of the hit series Bluey will soar above the streets of New York City as a new giant character balloon in the 96th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The Emmy-winning series, streaming on Disney+ and airing on Disney Junior and Disney Channel, is beloved by kids and parents alike. The Bluey balloon will make its debut with 3.5 million spectators and 50 million viewers nationwide on Thursday, November 24, in the world-famous Parade.

CandyRific is relaunching its award-winning Fanimation Fans. The fan favorites will be rolling out beginning in the third quarter of 2022 and into 2023. Because of the Integrated Circuit (IC) chip shortages over the past many months, it had been a challenge to the entire platform. Now the supply is coming back, and CandyRific is excited to reintroduce its popular Fanimation Fans. “CandyRific uses advanced technology for Fanimation Fans that allows you to have an animated LED show right in your hand,” said Clark Taylor, CandyRific’s Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “These cool candy novelty fans change due to the light turning on and off as they spin.”

It’s a match made in consumer robotics heaven: Miko, a global leader in AI robots for kids, has acquired a majority stake in Square Off, a startup known for AI-driven automated board games. Miko has acquired 70 percent of Square Off, giving complete exit to existing investors. With the acquisition, Miko will expand its product line beyond the AI robot companions that put it on the map. Miko’s eponymous kids robots use AI to deliver playful learning experiences for children ages 5 and older.