MGA Entertainment Establishes Four Subsidiaries to Support Fast-Growing International Business in the EU

MGA Entertainment, Inc. (MGA), one of the largest and fastest growing privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world, announced it has established four wholly-owned subsidiaries in the European Union (EU) to support its fast-growing international business. The four subsidiaries – MGA Toys Iberia S.L. (led by Managing Director Mila Gonzalez), MGA Entertainment Greece (led by Managing Director Panos Kalogeropoulos), MGA Entertainment Italy SRL (led by Managing Director Andrea Signorelli), and MGA Toys France (led by Managing Director Thierry Thivolle) – will support marketing and sales administration efforts, staffed by employees who have worked for MGA Entertainment in each of the markets, now employees of their respective subsidiary in the same roles. This move demonstrates the company’s commitment to growing its businesses in those markets and to its international business overall.

StoryToys & Sesame Workshop Introduce Sesame Street Mecha Builders App

StoryToys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Team17 Group PLC and a leading creator of edutainment apps for kids, and Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street, are thrilled to announce the global launch of the Sesame Street Mecha Builders app. Made for children aged 2 to 6, the app aims to nurture curiosity, inspire creativity, and foster a love of learning through play with fun adventures using Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

Moose Toys and MrBeast Join Forces for Highly Anticipated New Launch of 2024

Moose Toys, an innovative leader in the toy industry, has announced an exclusive partnership with MrBeast (aka Jimmy Donaldson), avid philanthropist and massive digital creator, to co-create an entirely new brand. Destined to be a category disruptor, this new line for fans and kidults is an enticingly collectible action figure range overlayed with incredible, never-before-seen innovation. The co-created line represents MrBeast’s new line of figural merch and is slated for a Fall ’24 launch. The extensive line is packed with his signature panther character designs that will appeal to fans of all ages.

Funko and Goliath Announce Exclusive Global Deal for Funko Games

Funko, Inc (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, and Goliath, a private family owned and run global game company, has announced that the companies have entered into an exclusive worldwide license and distribution agreement for Funko’s portfolio of games marketed under the Funko Games brand. As part of the deal, Goliath also acquired the assets of Funko’s board game development studio, formerly known as Forrest-Pruzan Creative, and celebrated board game design team, Prospero Hall. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Plus-Plus USA Welcomes Toy Industry Veteran Tony White to Corporate Sales Team

Plus-Plus, the pioneering Danish brand known for its open-ended, creative toys that set play free with one simple shape, has announced the addition of toy veteran Tony White as Vice President of Sales for Specialty Accounts. White will be managing all specialty (non-national) account sales for Plus-Plus USA, including its network of 80+ independent sales representatives and its own internal sales teams. Moving forward, Bret Faber, now Vice President of Sales for National Accounts, will exclusively focus on the company’s growing trade in the grocery, bookstore, travel, and other key account market segments.

The Tetris Company Appoints IMG to Expand Consumer Products Program in the US, Canada and EMEA

As the Tetris brand gears up for its 40th anniversary this year, The Tetris Company has appointed IMG as its merchandise licensing representative in the US, Canada and EMEA, including key territories such as the UK, France, Germany, Middle East, North Africa and India. The agreement expands on IMG and The Tetris Company’s existing licensing partnership in Asia and Brazil. The new multi-year partnership will see IMG develop a wide range of licensed products across key categories, including toys, games and collectibles, apparel and accessories, home and décor, food and beverages, sporting goods and outdoor gear, beauty and personal care, pet toys and accessories, travel, stationery and consumer electronic accessories.

Ravensburger Unveils 2024 Villainous Lineup

Prepare to meet the most cunning card game of them all! Ravensburger, acclaimed publisher behind award-winning board games and high-quality toys and puzzles, announces 2024 plans for its award-winning Villainous franchise. Ravensburger will move to a new format for all Villainous expandalone games in 2024, now featuring two characters at a more affordable price point ($19.99 USD/$29.99 CAD). The company will add new expandalone games in the Disney Villainous and Star Wars​​ Villainous lines, which will both be available later this year.

Winsing Unveils Exclusive Showroom During Hong Kong Toy Fair to Showcase Latest Toylines

Winsing is thrilled to announce the establishment of a dedicated showroom, offering an intimate and immersive space to explore the original new toy lines at the Regal Kowloon Hotel (71 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui) during the Hong Kong Toy Fair on Jan 8th-11th. Visitors to the showroom will be treated to an exclusive preview of the highly anticipated toy collection regarding Winsing’s flagship IP GOGOBUS and GG Bond. From innovative designs to engaging play concepts, the showcase aims to provide a sneak peek into the creativity and quality that define Winsing.

Jada Toys Introduces Chase Vehicles Into The Pink Slips Lineup From the World’s Most Popular Entertainment Brands

Jada Toys, leading manufacturer of premium collectibles, has announced the expansion of the Pink Slips brand to include licensed and limited chase vehicles from the world’s leading entertainment properties. Pink Slips launched earlier this year with overwhelming success at retail, as the roll out of Wave 6 and 7 are already in progress. The brand is made up of premium quality die-cast vehicles that leverage Jada’s expertise in design, graphics and finishes resulting in the product line becoming a leader in the collector vehicle category.