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Grey gamers emerge as an untapped market, Hasbro gives iconic characters the AI treatment, Mister Rogers stamps return, and more

By: Todd CoopeeJune 6, 2026
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Six intriguing articles related to toys, games, and nostalgia that have hit the news this week.

“Nobody’s making games for the retired people” – The growing yet underserved market for grey gamers

“Nobody’s making games for the retired people” – The growing yet underserved market for grey gamers

[h/t GamesIndustry.biz]
Hasbro releases AI versions of its iconic characters, including Transformers

Hasbro releases AI versions of its iconic characters, including Transformers

[h/t CBC]
USPS reissues popular Mister Rogers stamps

USPS reissues popular Mister Rogers stamps

[h/t kottke.org]
Disney unveils patriotic programming slate for America250

Disney unveils patriotic programming slate for America250

[h/t The Toy Book]
Zack Snyder is remaking the ’80s sci-fi action classic Escape from New York

Zack Snyder is remaking the ’80s sci-fi action classic Escape from New York

[h/t Polygon]
Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood debuts YouTube channel 25 years after the final episode

Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood debuts YouTube channel 25 years after the final episode

[h/t People]