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Mind Candy, the maker behind popular online game, Moshi Monsters, has forecast over $100 million in retail sales of products based on the brand in 2011. Moshi Monsters has attracted over 30 million players globally. The free-to-play game, aimed at children, allows players to adopt a pet monster and explore …
Read More »UK merchandise push for Square
Square Enix has beefed up its merchandising offer in the UK – with designs on selling toys and figures through all major retailers. The firm established an in-house toys and merchandise offer five years ago, but only last year brought it to Europe, with a range of products rolling out …
Read More »Nintendo toys get UK distribution
Hive Entertainment has signed a deal with Together Plus to distribute its range of Nintendo toys and stationary into the UK market. Products in Together Plus’ range includes a Mario Bros. chess set, Mario Kart and Mario Galaxy branded stationary as well as mugs, figures and key rings. We are …
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