Bratz versus Barbie
August 31, 2008 by dungan
Filed under Toy Industry News
Bratz rocking the world
We’re on a roll for reporting Mattel’s various lawsuits. The toy giant was awarded $100 million in its Bratz ownership suit against MGA Entertainment. The hip fashion dolls were designed by Carter Bryant while he was under contract with Mattel.
Scrabulous Removed in the UK too
August 29, 2008 by dungan
Filed under Toy Industry News
photo by Jeffrey Collingwood
Following up on last month’s demand by Hasbro to remove the game Scrabulous on Facebook in the US and Canada because of its similarity to Scrabble, BBC news reported this week that the UK has followed suit. No more free Scrabulous in the UK.
Ugly Dolls Guides Still Selling Out in US Bookstores
August 19, 2008 by dungan
Filed under Ugly Dolls
We reported back in April about Ugly Doll’s foray into children’s literature with its two volume Ugly Doll Guide. And now it seems that stores can’t keep the books in stock!
Because Ugly Dolls is a really a cross-over product (from adult novelty to children’s toys), some book stores may be confused about how to organize the Ugly books.
New World of Warcraft Action Figures Revealed
August 18, 2008 by dungan
Filed under Action Figures
Tuskarr the Scaly
World of Warcraft continues to surprise even veteran game analysts with its increasing popularity, nay, its world dominance. (And for a good guide to improving your W.O.W. skills, Click Here!)
Webkinz Buffalo release Confirmed by Ganz
Ganz has released official pictures for the new generation of Webkinz Pets, including the adorable Webkinz Buffalo, the Webkinz Clown Fish, and the Webkinz Porcupine.
We love Webkinz Pets because they are more than just another stuffed animal, but a window into a world of learning on the Internet. Ganz has proved that Webkinz are not a fad, but represent the leading edge of educational toys of the future.
Autumn Fair 2008 Boasts Hundreds of Toy Vendors
The famed Autumn Fair is coming up soon: September 7 – 10, 2008. This is one of the biggest gift fairs in England, with over 2000 vendors. The fair is also considered by many to be the best place to unveil upcoming holiday product launches, so visitors are always delighted with all the fresh presentations.
Some up-and-coming educational toy vendors this year include Insect Lore, Alphabet Jigsaw, Brainstorm Limited, Happy Nature and Mudpuppy. These are all quality toy makers committed to education, traditional toys, and natural products.
Nintendo’s Wii Still on Top
August 15, 2008 by dungan
Filed under Toy Industry News
Despite this summer’s weakened world economy and toy spending, Nintendo is still strongly leading all other game console devices.
Wii overtook Microsoft’s Xbox back in April 2008, and the gap is ever widening.
Nintendo has excelled over the years at creating new markets for its products, and we think this behind its continued success. For instance, the Wii Fit is gathering steam by convincing gamers to make their own steam. Gamers who like to exercise – who knew that was a potential market?