Burberry teams with Minecraft for capsule collection and in-game experience

“Our capsule collection and exclusive in-game content bridges the digital and physical worlds through a celebration of adventure, exploration and self-expression,’ says Kayleen Walters, Head of Franchise Development at Mojang Studios.

Board game fans connect with brands at Essen Spiel 2022

Brands Untapped’s Billy Langsworthy looks at how the world of licensed board games was out in full force at last week’s Essen Spiel, the world’s biggest board games fair.

CAA Brand Management’s Richard Loveless discusses the importance of embracing a fan mindset

Richard Loveless – Design Director at CAA Brand Management – on why a brand’s style guide only restricts creativity if you let it.

Persona 5 Royal card game on the way from Pandasaurus Games

Based on the popular video game, the card game comes designer Emerson Matsuuchi.

Dan Rawson joins Wizards of the Coast as SVP of Dungeons & Dragons

“Leading D&D is the realisation of a childhood dream,” said Rawson.

WildBrain CPLG’s ASPIRE arm to helm licensing push for Lyle & Scott

“Our partnership with ASPIRE is a huge step forward for our brand, within product licensing but also more generally,” said Ben Gunn, Brand Director at Lyle & Scott.

Bulldog Licensing to bring Tamagotchi into apparel, publishing and more

“The wealth of assets makes this the perfect property to build a meaningful, impactful and fun consumer products programme,” said Rob Corney, Managing Director of Bulldog Licensing.

WildBrain CPLG’s Michael Ogunseitan on creativity, innovation and asking “What if?”

Michael Ogunseitan – Creative Services Director at WildBrain CPLG – on disruption, creative constraints and the teacher that set him on the path to design.

EA and Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment bring Ted Lasso and AFC Richmond into FIFA 23

“As long-time fans of EA Sports FIFA, having Ted Lasso and the whole AFC Richmond squad incorporated into the newest version of the game is truly a dream come true,” said Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis.

Elden Ring to get the board game treatment from Steamforged Games

“Elden Ring is a stunning, genre-defining video game, and we are humbled and privileged to be bringing it to your tabletops,” said Mat Hart, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Steamforged Games.

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