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Barbie getting Bijou, couldn’t love it more

Of course Polly Pocket will be in mind for those of a certain age, the brand did have a pop at revitalising itself a couple of years back but hey, Barbie, once more is flavour of the month, year, well decade! So Mattel have done the wisest thing, shrink her …

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Kidult market set to soar in 2024

Recent data from those in the know and the fodder on offer at recent Toy Fair’s suggest that not only does the Kidult market have 25% of toy sales in the UK 9a little less on the continent) but that, with major manufacturers sitting up and paying attention it is …

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Toy Fair UK kicks off tomorrow

   Although it is a trade show you’ve no need to fear as Toyology and its intrepid bunch of trend spotters and whats hot in 2024 hunters will bring you some of the best in show. In the mean time, here a clip of the show and how it …

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Playmobil man gets a makeover

  Danish design company Boyhood have partnered with Playmobil to create this rather splendid wooden replica figure.  Standing at 17cm this would be a great addition to any shelf and reimagines the man, born in the 1970’s perfectly. It’ll set you back €115 HERE

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Fugglers take on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have morphed with those funny ugly dolls, the Fugglers and we bring you the Limited Edition range with a Turtles twist. Those four fsewer-dwelling reptiles: Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo and Raphael. Michelangelo boasts his nunchaku, showcasing his carefree spirit and love for pizza as he spreads laughter …

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January blues best beaten with a board game – Here’s a few to muse

As the early dark nights persist, rain and wind keeping you indoors, do not despair and don’t reach for a screen. Board Games are scientifically proven to make you smarter, slow down cognitive decline and are not so scientifically proven to make you smile more (but factually correct) and also …

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Furby returns with a 25th Anniversary makeover

One of the best selling toys of the 80’s and early Noughties makes its return, this time more full of Furbish than ever and over 600 reactions and 10 songs to try tempt a new generation of Furby brands into the fold. This new Furby will react to one of …

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Autobots – remote controls ready

Arriving in August this JADA remote control Optimus Prime is going to be one of the hottest properties this Christmas we think so get your pre-orders in whilst you can. The RRP is £79.99 but we reckon you’ll be able to pick them up around £70 at launch. At the …

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Tamagotchi enters the Metaverse, almost.

Bandai Namco is revamping one of the biggest fads of the 1990s and early 2000s with the Tamagotchi Uni. The new keychain electronic is available Like the original tiny keychain toys, the Tamagotchi Uni contains a tiny digital monster you raise, starting as an egg and slowly growing into a …

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