JAKKS Pacific reported a net sales drop of 2.2% in Q3 2021, compared to the previous year. Meanwhile the company’s costume segment was its strongest performer, reporting a 16.4% increase in sales in the third quarter.
Hasbro unveils new Star Wars and Marvel toys and collectibles at Pulse Con; Schylling delivers more offerings from its NeeDoh line; and more new products announced this week.
Genius Brands International acquired animation production company Wow! Unlimited Media for $53 million.
Following the renewal and expansion of its partnership with Hasbro and eOne in North America and Europe, Disguise has now secured costuming rights for Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand.
Hasbro saw significant revenue increases in the categories of entertainment and Wizards of the Coast/digital gaming, with a slight decline in consumer products amid supply chain disruptions.
The ICTI Ethical Toy Program (IETP) named Todd Merton to the newly created role of head of business development.
Pocket.watch is developing a new franchise around the animated series Onyx Monster Mysteries, inspired by YouTube creators the Onyx Family.
ZAG signed a development and publishing deal with GameMill and Magic Pockets to create and release a Miraculous console game by holiday 2022.
DC and Warner Bros. unveil new The Batman toys and collectibles from LEGO, Hot Wheels, and more. Plus, Buffalo Games extends its line of Pop It!s, and more new product releases.