Playmates ends TMNT run after nearly 40 years, NYC honors Jack Kirby with a street name, Public Domain 2026 opens the vault, and more
Six intriguing articles related to toys, games, and nostalgia that have hit the news this week.
Ants in the Pants from Schaper (1969)
Released in 1969, Ants in the Pants is a simple action game designed for young children.
ICBM Missile Launching Station from Kohner (1950s)
The ICBM Missile Launching Station was a mechanical playset produced by Kohner that appealed to children’s curiosities about Cold War-era military technology.
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.
Duncan Fisher, Biographer – Denys Fisher
Duncan Fisher is the son of Spirograph inventor Denys Fisher. In this edition of The Friday Five, Duncan shared his Dad’s unlikely path into the toy industry and explains why he’s now working to document his remarkable life and legacy.
Back on the Shelf: Game Informer Expands Its Print Presence
Game Informer returns to newsstands, marking a major moment for print in games media.
2001: A Space Odyssey 1:6 Scale EVA Space Pod from Executive Replicas
Executive Replicas launches the 2001: A Space Odyssey 1:6 Scale EVA Space Pod, a replica of the spherical spacecraft from the sci-fi classic.
Little Miss No-Name from Hasbro (1965)
“Have you ever wanted someone to take care of?”
The global toys and hobby market is projected by Statista to generate about $99.58 billion USD in revenue in 2025, with growth expected to continue through 2030.
The Art of Acquiring: Four Considerations When Buying a Collection
Collector Jody Day offers four considerations when buying an established collection of objects.
Toy Catalogues, Vintage Advertising
Monogram Catalogue (1981)
This 1981 catalogue presents Monogram’s entire line of model kits, including a mix of old favourites and new products.
I don't think any collector knows his true motivation."
— Robert Mapplethorpe
