Back on the Shelf: Game Informer Expands Its Print Presence
Game Informer returns to newsstands, marking a major moment for print in games media.
The Game of Yertle by Dr. Seuss from Revell (1960)
Released in 1960 from Revell, The Game of Yertle used the turtle character created by Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) as the central figure in a simple balancing game designed for young players.
Fist Faces Funny Face Toy from Remco (1966)
Released in 1966 by Remco, Fist Faces Funny Face Toy was an inventive but straightforward novelty item that turned a child’s fist into a moving puppet-like character.
Fernando Albarran, The Nightmare Before Christmas
Fernando Albarran collects The Nightmare Before Christmas merchandise. In this edition of Collector Spotlight, Fernando talks about how his love for the film turned into a passion for collecting and the joy within the Nightmare community.
B. and Candice Woodward, The National Toy Museum of Canada
B. and Candice Woodward, founders of The National Toy Museum of Canada, join us for this edition of The Friday Five to talk about what inspired the creation of the British Columbia–based museum and to share how they rebuilt and expanded the space after moving to a larger location.
The Strong Announces 2025 National Toy Hall of Fame Inductees
The Strong National Museum of Play announced the 2025 inductees to its National Toy Hall of Fame on November 6. Battleship, slime, and Trivial Pursuit receive the honour.
Cutty Sark from Agora Models
A new model kit of the historic sailing ship Cutty Sark is on the horizon from Agora Models in 2026.
Young Sweethearts from Mattel (1975)
“We’ll picnic and have fun at our secret tree.”
As reported by Introspective Market Research, the global construction toys market — which includes robotic construction sets, model kits and building blocks — was valued at approximately $14.63 billion USD in 2024.
The Art of Acquiring: Four Considerations When Buying a Collection
Collector Jody Day offers four considerations when buying an established collection of objects.
Fencing Swords Set from Wham-O (1958)
Wham-O’s Fencing Swords set let wannabe Fencers practice sword fighting.
Toys are really not as innocent as they look. Toys and games are the preludes to serious ideas."
— Charles Eames
