Link Roundup: Mattel Creations, 2021 Toy Industry Hall of Fame, Slinky Movie, and more

8 things we wanted to share this week:

Mattel has launched a new brand, Mattel Creations, an e-commerce and content platform that will feature curated items for sale.

[h/t Mattel]

Mr. Potato Head has gone plant-based.

[h/t Hasbro]

2021 Toy Industry Hall of Fame inductees announced by The Toy Association.

[h/t The Toy Association]

Beyond Donkey Kong, Ken Horowitz’s latest book, examines the history and impact of video game pioneer Nintendo.

[h/t Nintendo Life]

There’s a Slinky movie in the works with Billy Madison director Tamra Davis at the helm.

[h/t Variety]

Here are five classic paper toys you can make when you’re bored.

[h/t Popular Science]

Just in time for holiday gift-giving: The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies are being released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray.

[h/t The Verge]

Mattel and 2Dux² are developing a new feature film inspired by Thomas & Friends.

[h/t The Toy Book]

Peruse a weekly summary of intriguing articles related to toys, games, and nostalgia that have hit the news this week.