Monopoly: Target Edition Launches this August
Monopoly is putting a Bullseye twist on the board game. Hasbro and Target have introduced Monopoly: Target Edition, launching August 1.
PAW Patrol: The Movie Toys Ready for August Launch
Spin Master’s PAW Patrol: The Movie toy collection hits shelves on August 1, with presale beginning July 15.
PlayMonster Acquires Ann Williams Group
Toy and game company PlayMonster has acquired Michigan-based craft and activity kit manufacturer Ann Williams Group.
Iscream Will Launch a Care Bears Accessory Line
A Care Bears-branded line of accessories is coming this fall from lifestyle brand Iscream, in partnership with Cloudco Entertainment.
Rovio Becomes New Partner for Moomin Brand
Rovio Entertainment has secured exclusive video game rights to the Moomin brand, in addition to investing $5.9 million into Moominvalley studio Gutsy Animations.
ZAG Adds Melisa Fuhr to Latin American Licensing Team
Entertainment studio ZAG continues the expansion of its team in Latin America with the appointment of Melisa Fuhr as Licensing and Retail Director, South America.
LEGO Super Mario Introduces Luigi & Two-Player Mode
LEGO Super Mario’s latest update will allow fans to connect their LEGO Mario and soon to be released LEGO Luigi figures for two-player adventures.
Baby Einstein Names PI Kids as Master Publisher
Phoenix International Publications (PIP)’s children’s book imprint, PI Kids, will publish a line of Baby Einstein books, coming to North America in 2022.
Exploding Kittens Launches Exploding Minions Game
Tabletop game creator Exploding Kittens released its first licensed game, Exploding Minions, based on Illumination and Universal Brand Development’s Minions property.