Asmodee and LEGO launch Dotted Games – a new studio dedicated to creating LEGO board games

“We aim to build unforgettable experiences that will unite families and friends around the world, one LEGO brick and one shuffle of the deck at a time,” said Thomas Kœgler, Asmodee Deputy COO.

Just Play debuts Morphle toys

“The new toy line launching exclusively at Walmart caps off a whirlwind year for the brand,” said Olivia Chausson, General Manager for Morphle at Moonbug Entertainment.

Mattel teams with Airbnb for Polly Pocket slumber party experience

Guests can opt to sleep on Polly’s pullout couch or in her life-sized Action Park Tent just 10 feet away from the compact.

Crazy Deuce Studios’ William Danz on his excitement – and concerns – about entering the licensing industry

Fresh from working with Born to License on an IP-led collectible card game, Crazy Deuce Studios CEO William Danz discusses the process so far.

Ravensburger’s Ryan Miller on what goes into crafting new sets for Disney Lorcana

“We don’t want every set to introduce new mechanics…”: Disney Lorcana co-designer and Senior Brand Manager Ryan Miller talks fresh takes, deep cuts and Shimmering Skies.

The Brand Radar: Barbie, The Design Museum and the power of exhibitions

Start Licensing’s Ian Downes reports back on a visit to the Design Museum’s Barbie exhibition, and why it’s an encouraging experience for brand owners, licensees and designers alike.

Hootenanny Games launches Sour Patch Kids edition of SIXEM

This Sour Patch Kids edition of the game introduces a ‘Sweet’ or ‘Sour’ twist on the classic SIXEM gameplay.

Skybound Tabletop readies Creepshow: The Suspense Building Game

Based on the comic book anthology, Creepshow is a story-building game where players become Creeps and weave ‘twisted tales’.

Iconiq Studios to bring Tomb Raider: The Crypt of Chronos game to Kickstarter in 2025

Tomb Raider: The Crypt of Chronos has been built around solo play, but the game can also be enjoyed in groups, with a team playing collaboratively.

Maestro Media teams with Disney for Donald Duck in Happy Camper game

The game is designed by Wolfgang Kramer and Daryl Andrews, and comes as Disney celebrates Donald Duck’s 90th anniversary.

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