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M. Night Shyamalan takes on Magic 8 Ball, Toys ‘R’ Us expands for the holidays, Labubu joins Topps trading cards, and more

By: Todd CoopeeOctober 18, 2025
Filed to: Weekly Link Roundup

Six intriguing articles related to toys, games, and nostalgia that have hit the news this week.

M. Night Shyamalan to direct Magic 8 Ball TV series

M. Night Shyamalan to direct Magic 8 Ball TV series

[h/t Nerdist]
Toys ‘R’ Us opens new U.S. locations ahead of the holiday season

Toys ‘R’ Us opens new U.S. locations ahead of the holiday season

[h/t The Toy Book]
Labubu joins the Topps trading card family

Labubu joins the Topps trading card family

[h/t Toy World]
Atari’s resurrecting the Intellivision, one of its biggest competitors in the ‘80s

Atari’s resurrecting the Intellivision, one of its biggest competitors in the ‘80s

[h/t The Verge]
The US Mint is honoring Steve Jobs by putting him on a $1 innovation coin

The US Mint is honoring Steve Jobs by putting him on a $1 innovation coin

[h/t Engadget]
Creations For Charity 2025 is underway

Creations For Charity 2025 is underway

[h/t Brickset]

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