TTPM (Toys, Tots, Pets & More)

Disguise, Inc., the costume division of JAKKS Pacific, Inc., announced global licensing rights to design, produce, and market costumes inspired by "A Minecraft Movie". This major announcement solidifies Disguise’s long-standing partnership with the Minecraft brand and extends its leadership in the gaming costume market. As the exclusive costume partner for Minecraft, Disguise continues to bring the iconic game’s characters and themes to life for fans around the world. "A Minecraft Movie", set to release on April 4, 2025, is a live-action cinematic adaptation of the game. Directed by Jared Hess ("Napoleon Dynamite"), the film follows a group of misfits who travel through a portal to the Overworld. Led by Steve (played by Jack Black) and Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (played by Jason Momoa), they must master the challenges of their new world and work together as they embark on a magical quest to return home. Combining the game’s signature creativity with themes of teamwork and resilience, the movie is poised to introduce Minecraft’s unique universe to new audiences while delighting long-time fans. Disguise is at the forefront of licensed video game merchandise, crafting costumes that celebrate the spirit of gaming culture. Its Minecraft-themed lineup, which includes iconic characters Steve, Alex, Ender Dragon, Enderman, and Creeper, has become a global phenomenon. With "A Minecraft Movie", Disguise is committed to expanding its offerings to reflect the film’s innovative and dynamic take on the Minecraft universe. Minecraft costumes and accessories remain available year-round, with new designs inspired by "A Minecraft Movie" set to expand the brand’s reach further in 2025. #toys #toyindustry #pressrelease #news

Following the successful launch of the first limited-edition Hot Wheels Formula 1 car in 2024 and the announcement of a multi-year licensing partnership with Formula 1, Mattel, Inc. revealed additional products from the Hot Wheels Formula 1 collection due to hit shelves in 2025. ? The range brings to life eight Formula 1 teams across Hot Wheels Singles, 5-pack assortments, and Premium products. Each 1:64 die-cast car is built to race on the iconic Hot Wheels orange track, while the premium cars feature intricate details to replicate an actual F1 car, including a metal body and chassis, authentic team liveries, and Pirelli-branded tires to further bring the car to life. ? Fans will also feel the speed of Formula 1 at home when they go head-to-head against their friends and family with the Hot Wheels Formula 1 Sprint & Grand Prix Race Circuit track sets. Racers will battle to overtake each other in high-octane racing on the sets equipped with gas pedal booster and a manual DRS diverter to give the car an extra edge. ? When the Formula 1 2025 season officially starts, fans will also be able to see Hot Wheels experiences pop up at select races around the world. For more information, fans can visit?www.hotwheels.com/formula1. #toys #toyindustry #pressrelease #news

Mattel, Inc., announced today a new brand in the building sets category, Mattel Brick Shop. Introduced at Nuremberg International Toy Fair, Mattel Brick Shop is designed to disrupt the status quo, bending the rules of building with innovative features, materials, and techniques that inspire builders to try something new. Putting the builder at the center of every experience, Mattel Brick Shop provides a quality brick fit, easy-to-follow playbooks, sturdy builds, and endless creativity to expand the builder’s imagination. The goal of Mattel Brick Shop is to deliver value with every product, including more surprise features, more post-build opportunities like customization, and higher piece count, all at a competitive price. The first product drop from Mattel Brick Shop will be this May with new building sets to be released in the years to come. Building fans can stay up to date on the latest information from Mattel Brick Shop at?www.MattelBrickShop.com. #toys #toyindustry #pressrelease #news

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Moose Toys is expanding its direct-to-retail operations in Spain and Portugal. The move cements Moose’s position as a leading player in the region, complementing its existing direct-to-retail operations in the UK, France, and Germany. ? Moose Toys first entered the European market in 2018 through the acquisition of UK toy company Worlds Apart before quickly expanding to Germany and France. Moose’s expansion into Iberia comes hot on the heels of Moose’s recent announcement it would be shifting to direct-to-retail in Mexico as of this year, deepening its presence in Latin America.? ? Roberto Garofani, with over 30 years of toy industry experience and five years as Moose’s European Sales Director, has been appointed Vice President, Head of Spain & Italy. Garofani will lead the Iberian venture, alongside a highly skilled sales and marketing team, with operations support from Moose’s European hub in the UK. ? Joining Garofani are seasoned toy industry experts Irene Sotillo, Marketing Director, and Albert Massuet, Senior National Account Manager, who will lay the groundwork for Moose’s growth in the region. ? Moose’s expansion is preceded by a strong track record of success in Europe. In 2024, the company’s MrBeast Lab brand – created in partnership with YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson – was crowned the No. 1 New Toy Property in the UK, while Little Live Pets dominated the Special Feature/Interactive Plush category across EU3 markets, and Aussie TV sensation "Bluey" is the No. 1 gaining license for PS Toys in EU5, according to Circana Retail Tracking Service, EU5 YTD December 2024. ? Moose Toys was also the most-awarded toy company at the recent UK Toy Industry Awards, taking home three of the 11 awards, including Preschool Toy of the Year (Bluey 3-in-1 Transforming Plane Playset), Action Toy of the Year (Despicable Me 4 The Ultimate Fart Blaster), and Best New Property (MrBeast Lab). ? With products available in over 100 countries, Moose Toys continues to redefine the toy industry with its award-winning products and commitment to quality. Retailers and partners can meet the Moose Iberia team at the Nuremberg Toy Fair (January 28 to February 1, 2025, HALL 12 – Stand D10) to learn more about the company’s plans and innovative product portfolio. #toys #toyindustry #pressrelease #news

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Mattel, Inc.,?revealed the trailer and key art for its first-ever Barney’s World YouTube special,?"Barney’s World: I Love Me Too". Barney, Baby Bop, and friends go on a musical, imagination-filled journey of self-love when Baby Bop discovers that she suddenly has the power to glow! Or does she? When Baby Bop accidentally launches her friend’s toy rocket into outer space, she loses the rocket and her glow powers too! She is determined to get both back. Barney and her friends are all in for her epic journey. With a 3…2…1…they blast off to outer space, chase Billy the Extraterrestrial, board the Barney Bus, and meet Bartholomew Bookworm at the local library. With help from friends, Baby Bop realizes that self-love makes her glow! In addition to Barney, Baby Bop, and friends, viewers will meet Bartholomew Bookworm, a new character being introduced to the?Barney’s World?franchise. Bartholomew Bookworm is an excitable and friendly worm who lives at the library and loves to help others learn. The 23-minute long special will be available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, LATAM Spanish, Polish, and Turkish. "Barney’s World: I Love Me Too"?will feature two brand new songs titled "Gotta Find My Glow" and "What I Love About Me". Music videos will be available to watch on YouTube and stream Globally on all audio music platforms on January 24 and January 31, respectively, and will be offered in English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Polish, and Turkish. Barney’s World?is streaming on MAX and airing on Cartoon Network, Cartoonito in EMEA and APAC, Discovery Kids in LATAM, and Treehouse in Canada. Select episodes of?Barney’s World?are available on YouTube.? #news #pressrelease #toyindustry?

Spin Master is teaming up with Samsung Electronics to unveil some of Spin Master’s fan-favorite brands to the Galaxy Watch for Kids, a kid-friendly smartwatch experience that allows parents to set the digital ground rules. These interactive watch faces and apps have been rated by children’s media specialists earning "teacher-approved" badges, delivering a fun, wearable experience while balancing safer and healthier digital habits. ? New faces and apps being introduced to the Galaxy Watch for Kids include a Tech Deck Watch Face with 10 unique skateboard decks and background designs, a Rubik’s Cube?Watch Face that brings the classic puzzle to life with 3-D twists and turns, a Unicorn Academy?Watch Face that will showcase a child's favorite Unicorn and its rider from the fantasy-adventure Netflix-original series, and a MathTango?App featuring multiplication puzzles, collectible dancing monsters, and vibrant animations and sounds to make math practice fun. ? Available in the Kids section of Google Play, the experience will roll out to the Galaxy Watch7 Series in the coming weeks, initially available in the U.S. on AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks. #pressrelease #news #toyindustry

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