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Shocker Toys' Updated 2008 San Diego Comic Con Exclusives and Booth Info
Shocker Toys brings the best and newest toys and exclusives to the San Diego Comic Con show in July. - July 07, 2008 - Shocker Toys LLP
After Selling Over $100 Million in Balzac Toys, Mary Rodas is Now Giving Balzac2 Away for Free at BalzacToys.com
Mary Rodas, who was an original and youngest member ever admitted to the Hispanic American Hall of Fame and in her teens had her life story as the "Teenage Toy Tycoon" featured in magazines, newspapers, radio and television shows around the world, has announced that all Balzac2 balls are... - June 25, 2008 - Balzac Toys
Derscheid Games Announces Bonus to First 100 Preorders of 18IA:Building Iowa's Railroads
Discounted preorders for the boardgame 18IA: Building Iowa's Railroads have begun, and include bonus material for the first 100 customers preordering. - June 18, 2008 - Derscheid Games
Buckale, LLC is Proud to Introduce the Toot Scoot, a New Bicycle Designed for Children Ages 2-5
The Toot Scoot is a bike intended for children ages 2-5. Designed in Wichita, Kansas by Buck Hale, it was created with no pedals or training wheels. This bike is perfect for teaching young children balance and coordination. Children sit on the seat while pushing off the ground with their feet,... - May 31, 2008 - Buckale, LLC
Troll and Toad Announces the Fonarow Collection of Board Games and RPGs Purchased for $150,000
Troll and Toad (www.trollandtoad.com) online retailer of collectible games made a purchase of $150,000 in Board Games and RPGs by one of the largest, or possibly largest private board game collectors in the world. Includes many rare and Out of Print games and games owned by Robert Charles, founder of Avalon Hill. - May 14, 2008 - Troll and Toad
Sixteen in Four Languages
Instructions for Sixteen card game now available in French, German, and Spanish. - April 23, 2008 - Alpine Games, LLC
The Shocker Toys at New York Comic Con 2008 with SCUD
Comic-Con returns to New York April 18-20th and Shocker Toys LLP will be in full force at Booth# 962 with new product showcasing and bringing a show exclusive to the event. Very pleased will be the fans of Rob Schrab’s Scud, Shocker Toys LLP will have on hand SCUD the Disposable Assassin. - April 08, 2008 - Shocker Toys LLP
MMOABC.com Partners with GameVee to Offer User Submitted Gameplay Videos
MMOABC.com partners with GameVee.com. - April 03, 2008 - New Gen Media, Inc.
Sen. Barack Obama: the Newest Subject of the "Puzzleloution"
The Nashville Game Company recently began production on their newest product, which features Illinois Senator and presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama. They have coined the term, “Puzzleloution” – to represent their mission of “Promoting positive images through jigsaw... - March 11, 2008 - Nashville Game Company
Educating Children Key in Fight Against Childhood Obesity
“Planning to feed our kids well can be difficult,” according to originator Amy Roskelley “but it is possible. If children know what a healthy plate should look like, they can begin to make good choices that will carry them throughout their lives.” - March 03, 2008 - Super Healthy Kids
Barack Obama Balloon Ball... the Winner in ‘08 and Free
"Red States, Blue States, Everybody Loves our Balls," says Mary Rodas, toy designer, Hispanic Hero and promoter. As a Scholastic Mentor, former Toy Tycoon and presently Director of Admissions of the world renowned New York College of Health Professions, Philanthropist Mary Rodas is at it... - February 08, 2008 - Balzac Toys
KPi Launches New Website and Introduces PartyPong Table at Sports Licensing and Tailgate Party Convention Being Held January 16th-18th in Las Vegas
KPi, manufacturers of portable and custom beer pong tables launched its new website www.partypongtables.com in conjunction with the introduction of the PartyPong table. Made of highly durable molded ABS plastic the table is targeted at those individuals wanting portability and durability at an... - January 16, 2008 - KPi Entertainment, Inc.
American Revolution Board Game Released
The Guild of Blades Publishing Group, a leading publisher of historical strategy board games, is pleased to announce the release of its latest game, the American Revolution Board Game, an Empires of History game. The American Revolution board game also represents the first game in the new... - December 19, 2007 - Guild of Blades Publishing Group
Playthings Announce Nominees for Wonder Woman of Toys; Melanie Corpstein Nominated for Inventor/Designer of 2008
Adorable Originals is delighted to announce the nomination of Melanie Corpstein for the prestigious Wonder Woman of Toys Award in the Inventor/Designer category. Melanie Corpstein, owner of Adorable Originals was nominated for the 2008 WWOT inventor/designer award due to her exceptional contributions to her own company and to the toy industry as a whole. - December 15, 2007 - Adorable Originals
Toy Tips Trusted “Mark of Excellence” Awarded to Safety Brainiac
Safety Brainiac caps off 2007 with the Toy Tips Trusted “Mark of Excellence” award. Adding this highly regarded Toy Industry award to the total makes eight for this unique, fun-filled board game. Helping children learn how to stay safe has never been this much fun or so easy. - December 05, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Just in Time for the Holidays: a Safe Toy That is Made in the USA, is 100% Recyclable and Comes with a Lifetime Guarantee. Say Hello to Toobee® the Amazing Flying Can
Finally an American toy company that offers a toy for life guarantee, contributes most of its earnings to children's charities and is an environmentally friendly 100% recyclable toy (green toy) - November 20, 2007 - Toobee International Inc.
Sixteen Wins Prestigious NAPPA Honors
Sixteen, a new card game published by Alpine Games, has added another award to its portfolio. Sixteen is now one of the most decorated new games on the market. - November 05, 2007 - Alpine Games, LLC
Tal Books Launches New Talent Games ELT WebSite
Tal Books, Israel's leading ELT distributor, has announced the launch of a new website dedicated to the promotion of ELT games division - Talent Games. - October 30, 2007 - Talent Games
Safety Brainiac Wins Gold - NAPPA’s Highest Award
Kicking off the Fall Season with the National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Gold Award takes the total number of Toy Awards for this great family board game to six. Helping children learn how to stay safe has never been so much fun or so easy. - September 25, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
1483 Online Accepts 3rd Party Advertisements
After 15 months in beta testing the free multi player online turn based strategy game, 1483 Online, has surpassed 4200 users and created a stable enough gaming platform and site that its owners, the Guild of Blades Publishing Group, have decided to open the game up to accept 3rd party advertisements. - September 02, 2007 - Guild of Blades Publishing Group
Toobeez Constructs Buy Back Program for Educational and Specialty Toy Retailers
Toobeez, one of the world’s largest suppliers of giant toy building systems, has created a guaranteed buy-back structure. If their products do not sell within 4 months in a specialty toy store, Toobeez will buy them back. “It’s a no-brainer,” muses Joe Donahue, CEO and... - August 30, 2007 - Toobeez International
Alpine Games Launches Award-Winning Card Game, Sixteen®
Game publisher Alpine Games has turned heads with Sixteen, its first entry in the game market. Introduced in July, the custom card game has already won three industry awards. Sixteen is recommended for ages 8 and older, and is packaged with easy instructions for two players. Additionally,... - August 25, 2007 - Alpine Games, LLC
Safety Brainiac is at it Again... More Awards
This great family board game wins 3 more awards to end the spring season. Company is hopeful consumers and retailers start to take notice of the game that is destined to become a family favorite and classic for years to come. - July 11, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Exceptional New Kids Game Wins National Recognition
New Company Brings Award-Winning Children's Game That Provides Big Smiles to Kids, Parents and Teachers. - May 27, 2007 - Poppo Brands LLC
Safety Brainiac – Junior Edition Honored with Coveted Toy Award
Receiving praise and earning awards from independent toy evaluators and organizations can give the little company a fighting chance to grow and prosper in the Toy Industry. Safety Brainiac – Junior Edition is starting to put up a fight by receiving it’s first toy award, the Dr. Toy Best Product Winner for Spring 2007. - May 16, 2007 - Brainiac Games Inc.
Poppo™ Joins ASTRA
Poppo™ Joins ASTRA, the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association, and brings a dose of Poptitude to the specialty toy market. - March 07, 2007 - Poppo Brands LLC
Jada Toys'(TM) Chub City(R) Car Brand to Be Featured in Kids Meals at Burger King(R) Restaurants Nationwide in February
Jada Toys'® Chub City® line of tricked out rides with attitude receives a promotional boost in February when Burger King Corporation launches a worldwide Kids Meal program featuring four toys derived from the hip and edgy character and vehicle-based brand. Chub City, one of the nation's... - February 27, 2007 - Jada Toys
Boon Frog Pod® Wins iParenting Media Award
iParenting Media names the Boon Frog Pod® one of the best products of 2007. - February 22, 2007 - Boon Inc
The Conquer: Home Island Card Game is Hitting Hawaii's Islands Like Storm
A crowd pleaser since its debut, the Home Island Card Game is Hawaii's Hottest New Adventure Game from Sun-Ants Hawaii. - January 29, 2007 - Sun-Ants Hawaii
Poppo® Brings Poptitude to Kids and Brain Tumor Society
Donation helps to find cure for children with life-threatening brain tumors - January 29, 2007 - Poppo Brands LLC
The Guild of Blades Announces Thermopylae Online General Release
The Guild of Blades Publishing Group announces that its free turn based online game, Thermopylae Online (http://www.thermopylae-online.com), has successfully completed its beta testing period and is now available for download. Thermopylae Online is the second game offering in the Guild of Blades'... - January 20, 2007 - Guild of Blades Publishing Group
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches New Line of Models from All Eras and Wars
World War II Legends Support Model Maker - December 27, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches New Line of Historic Scale Models
Models Include Airplanes, Space Craft and Sailing Vessels - December 20, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches Custom Models
Model Maker Offers New Service - December 13, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
Quasimoto Interactive, Inc. Announces Sale of Quasicade EX through Sam’s Club
Samsclub.com today has listed the Quasicade EX Universal Arcade System bundle with over 250 games and a television with integrated sound. The Quasicade EX is an upright arcade cabinet in black melamine. It will include a Sony PlayStation 2 with popular classic games such as Pac-man, Dig-Dug and... - December 09, 2006 - Quasimoto Interactive, Inc.
TMC Pacific Modelworks Launches Gift Cards
Model Maker Announces New Purchase Option - December 06, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
TMC Pacific Modelworks Now Producing Handcrafted Scale Models
Custom Models Also Available - November 30, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
Dan Dee International Limited Announces the First Step in its Global Sustainability Program by Introducing EarthRite™ Fiber
Dan Dee International Limited announces the first step in its Global Sustainability Program by introducing EarthRite™ Fiber, a new polyester filling that is regenerated for stuffed animals from reclaimed PET (polyethylene terephthalate) drink bottles, versus disposing of them in... - November 30, 2006 - Dan Dee International Limited
Quasimoto Interactive, Inc. Announces Exclusive Sale of Quasicade FX through Sam’s Club
Quasimoto Quasicade FX arcade machines to be sold at SamsClub.com, a division of Walmart. - November 25, 2006 - Quasimoto Interactive, Inc.
Custom CD Store Duplicates Joy with Every CD Purchase
Kids Media World Announces New Charitable Program - November 15, 2006 - Kids Media World
TMC Pacific Modelworks Participates in Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Expo
Company to Raffle Model Signed by General Chuck Yeager - November 03, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
Karakuri - the Magic of Japanese Traditional Crafts
Newly established online store of Japanese traditional arts and crafts. The featured collections are karakuri ningyo and karakuri tansu, that have been handed down since Edo period in Japan. - October 27, 2006 - UNIX co., ltd
Poppo Leads Resurgence of Everyday Learning and Play
Innovative New Children’s Game Makes Gift-Giving Fabulous Fun. - September 19, 2006 - Poppo Brands LLC
For the Yachtsman Who Has Everything
TMC Pacific Modelworks Custom And Hand-Made Maritime Models Are the Answer. - September 12, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
'Tis the Season for Donating
Summer's over, so what's next? The holidays and charity functions are hot on the horizon. For this small mom-owned company, Tee Pee for Me co-founders Leslie Head and Lori Brumbach say this is their biggest time of year for both. "This is the time of year we start getting busy... - August 31, 2006 - Tee Pee for Me, LLC
TMC Pacific Modelworks Saves The Day For Xinnix
Customer Service at Its Finest - August 30, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
The Blobbies Receive Toy of the Year Award for 2006. "Here Come The Blobbies" Receive Book of the Year Award
The Blobbies receive Creative Child Magazine's Toy of the Year Award and Book of the Year Award. - August 28, 2006 - Pers Corporation
For The Pilot Who Has Everything
TMC Pacific Modelworks custom and hand-made aircraft models are the answer. - August 24, 2006 - TMC Pacific Modelworks
New, Innovative Bicycle Noisemaker Makes the Ride Even More Fun
Remember that Mickey Mantle baseball card that you attached to your bicycle and the wonderful snapping sound it made as it hit the spokes? Wish you hadn’t ruined that Mantle or Willie Mays or Sandy Koufax card? Wish you still had those valuable cards today? Now, thanks to the... - July 24, 2006 - Playtrix, LLC
Potty Training Rewards Companion Bear is Here
Scranton Creations has announced the arrival of the new Potty Training Rewards Companion Bear. - July 17, 2006 - Scranton Creations LLC