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Icon Heroes Debuts First Release of the Regular Classic Thundercats Line
United States release of Icon Heroes' regular classic Thundercats line of resin mini statues. - August 09, 2010 - Icon Heroes, LLC
Crootz Hooah! Buttons at Fund-Raising Cookout
Hooah! buttons are a military tradition that inspire, motivate, and add some fun - August 06, 2010 - Crootz, Inc.
Magical Rainbow Wins Creative Child Magazine’s Game of the Year Award
Magical Rainbow has been presented with the 2010 Game of the Year Award in the Board Game category by Creative Child Magazine*1. - August 03, 2010 - Crossen Creations
Play N Trade to Host International Madden NFL 11 Tournament, Offers $7000 in Prizes
Play N Trade stores will be hosting the local rounds of the International Madden NFL Tournament beginning August 21st. - July 20, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Think-a-lot Toys Introduces StoryPlay Cards for the Right Side of the Brain
Playing Cards Provides Artistic Way to Tell Stories and Play Card Games. - July 17, 2010 - Think-a-lot Toys
Combi® USA Launches New Swing with Remote Control
The travel-sized Yurikago Swing with remote control offers parents convenience. - July 14, 2010 - Combi USA
The Great Springfield Buying / Selling Event
Big Time Comics from the St louis metro area in conjunction with Missouri Comics.com from Springfield Missouri will be hosting this event in Springfield Illinois.Top buyers will be present to appraise and buy old comic books, coins, records, magazines, mego and other collectible toys and action figures Sellers will have for sale ancient roman and greek coins, U.S. coins and thousands of old comic books. This is the first of many events to come in the future. - July 09, 2010 - BIG TIME COMICS
Icon Heroes, LLC and Action Figure Xpress Debut Thundercats Exclusive Statue at San Diego Comic Con 2010
Long awaited premier of the fan favorite Lion-O available only at the 2010 San Diego Comic Con Action Figure Xpress booth. - July 04, 2010 - Icon Heroes, LLC
Make Social Games with PlayGen
PlayGen, the leading social games development studio in London are pushing the boundaries of social games beyond the ordinary. PlayGen are creating the next generation platform for making social games. Social games companies like PlayGen are set to capture the $100B web market through innovation, talent and the consumers' desire to be better engaged. - June 24, 2010 - PlayGen
PS3 Set to Dramatically Increase Console Sales with the Release of Playstation Move, Predicts Leading Australian Games Retailer, Game Cow
The impending release of the Playstation Move in Australia looks set to be met with a marked increase in sales for Sony and will finally create a worthy rival to Nintendo Wii, according to games retailer, Game Cow. - June 23, 2010 - Game Cow
Play N Trade to Host a Discovery Day for Potential Franchisees at New San Diego Store
Members of Play N Trade's Corporate Support Center will host a Discovery Day at the Hyatt Regency in Mission Bay on Saturday, June 19th to educate potential franchisees on the opportunities and benefits of owning a retail video game store. - June 15, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Play N Trade Anticipates Big News for the Gaming Industry at the 2010 E3 Expo
Play N Trade Franchise Inc, is excited to attend attend this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo held at the Los Angeles Convention Center from June 15-17. - June 12, 2010 - Play N Trade Franchise, Inc.
Think-a-lot Toys Introduces Two New Travel Games for Fairy and Sports Lovers
Think-a-lot Toys has just released two new Think-ets travel games, one with a fairy theme and one with a sports theme. Both are ideal for summertime travel and are a great way to get kids using their brains while having fun over the summer. - June 02, 2010 - Think-a-lot Toys
Online Baby Gift Retailer, Babybuds, Speaks Up About the Australian Baby Gift Industry's Strength Despite the Global Financial Crisis
For several months now, the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) has influenced how many industries conduct their business. Manufacturers, as well as retailers, observe their consumers, and carefully study how families spend their income. Sydney-based baby gifts, clothing, toys and accessory retailer,... - June 01, 2010 - Babybuds
Online eBooks & CD-Roms is Offering the Greatest Computer Games CD-Rom
This amazing CD-Rom contains over 500 one click & play games for only a fraction of the cost. You'll be bombarded with 100's & 100's of games in over a dozen of categories to choose from. No installing necessary. - May 15, 2010 - Online eBooks & CD-Rom Store
The Go-Ped Grow-Ped Mini Kick Scooter for Kids
UrbanScooters.com would like to announce for sale the Go-Ped Grow-Ped Mini Kick Scooter. - May 09, 2010 - UrbanScooters.com, Inc.
The Go-Ped Know-Ped Kick Scooter
UrbanScooters.com would like to announce the addition of the Go-Ped Know-Ped Kick Scooter to its already impressive line up of world famous Go-Ped scooters. - May 05, 2010 - UrbanScooters.com, Inc.
Think-a-Lot Toys Provides Employment for People with Developmental Disabilities Through the Assembly of Think-Ets Games
With more and more companies choosing to outsource their production to China, Think-a-lot Toys is one company that has made the decision to keep the assembly of their Think-ets games here in the United States—not only that, but doing so using Developmental Disabilities Resource Center (DDRC),... - April 12, 2010 - Think-a-lot Toys
Yo-Yo Master Doc Pop Joins Colchester Rubber Co.'s Team Colchester
Colchester Rubber Co. strikes again, adding yo-yo master - yes, you read that right - yo-yo master Doctor Popular to Team Colchester. The promotional partnership features Doc Pop sporting Colchester Rubber Co. gear in competition & event appearances. - April 11, 2010 - American Heritage Brands
Class 3 Zombie Outbreak Infects Google Maps(R)
Australian indie game developer, Binary Space releases "Class 3 Outbreak" (C3O), a real time strategy zombie game running on Google Maps(R). C3O gives players the impossible task of holding back waves of zombies with a hopelessly outnumbered police force. Stamp out infections as they... - April 06, 2010 - Binary Space
The Evil Boss Announces Day One Availability of New iPad App
Swedish mobile application think-tank The Evil Boss’s first ever iPad app “A Memory Game” today received its ‘ready for sale’ status from Apple. This game is the next step in the vendor’s strategy of providing simple, fun and user-friendly memory enhancing tools. - April 03, 2010 - The Evil Boss
North American Golden Demon Painting Competition in Baltimore, MD
Games Workshop's North American Games Day event features their premier painting competition, Golden Demon, August 21st, 2010 at the Baltimore Convention Center in Maryland. Thousands of entrants from around the globe will test their skills at painting Games Workshop’s miniature characters for international prestige by competing for the Golden Demon statuette trophy and ultimate coveted Slayer Sword. - March 27, 2010 - Games Workshop
Leader in Science Teaching Aids Launches New Website with Science Toys
Arbor Scientific, a leading provider of classroom science tools, has launched www.sciencemuseumgifts.com -- a website dedicated exclusively to providing parents and science lovers of all ages with fascinating science toys and gifts. - March 17, 2010 - Arbor Scientific
Adorable Girl Doll Creator Named WonderWomen of Toys 2010 Entrepreneur of the Year
Adorable Originals® is delighted to announce the recognition of Melanie Corpstein, founder of Adorable Originals® and creator of Adorable Girl® dolls for the prestigious 2010 Wonder Women of Toys (WWOT) Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Ms. Corpstein received the award at the 6th Annual... - March 07, 2010 - Adorable Originals
Fishdom™ from Playrix® Goes Social
Award-winning title coming to Facebook® Platform - February 26, 2010 - Playrix Entertainment
Moon-Walker Sales Now Offers Inflatable Games Repair Workshop
Moon-Walker Sales is offering Inflatable Game Repair Workshop Hands-On Workshop given by Moon-Walker Sales Owner Mark Harper In an effort to help small inflatable rental business to take their companies to the next level, The company Moon-Walker sales is now offering an Inflatable Repair Workshop. - February 17, 2010 - Moon Walker Sales LLC
NewProductHelp.com Set to Represent Santa Key Invention to Potential Licensees
James S., a Maryland-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Santa Key concept on industry, with the ultimate goal being to secure a licensing agreement. A simple yet eye-catching new product sure to capture the imagination of... - February 11, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
NewProductHelp.com Enthused About Opportunity to be at Helm of Marketing Efforts for iRock Invention
Aaron M., Arizona resident and inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his iRock concept to industry over the next 2 years. An eye-catching new product sure to appeal to consumers of all ages, the iRock boasts a unique design that provides... - February 10, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
PB&J Toy Announces New Toys Debuting at Toy Fair 2010
PB&J Toy company will be debuting new products at the 2010 Toy Fair in New York City on February 14th through 17th. See and meet PB&J at Booth #6348. - February 07, 2010 - PB&J Toy Company
MOL Launched Ecapay Asia Payment Solutions to All It's Online Games Platform
Ecapay Asia, one of the world's largest online payment solutions for Asian markets, has announced a working relationship with MOL AccessPortal Berhad. MOL, one of the biggest online game websites, will use Ecapay Asia to allow all Asian online gamers to play online games using their local payment methods in Asia. - January 31, 2010 - Ecapay
New Product Release "Stick NFlip™" The Self Stick, Flip-Open, DVD, Video Game Case Binder and Organizer
Safe Environmental Alternatives, the distributors of Plumbaway™ the 1 second Drain Opener, today introduced the Stick NFlip™ that allows the consumer to self stick, browse, organize, binde 5 DVD & Game cases. - January 26, 2010 - Safe Environmental Alternatives Inc.
The Latest Free Downloads from Polymancer Studios: Polyglot, DiceCast, and PUMMEL!
Polymancer Studios offers a game industry newsletter, several podcast episodes, and wargame rules free for download. - January 10, 2010 - Polymancer Studios, Inc.
The First Ever Online World Team Poker Cup Will Start on January 10th and Will be Arranged by The Free Poker Room
On January 10th the first ever World Team Poker Cup starts on The Free Poker Room. 16 teams from different nations battle it out at the poker table for the title of Team World Poker Cup champion 2010. - January 08, 2010 - The Free Poker Room
NewProductHelp.com to be at Helm of Marketing Efforts for Toy and Game Accessory Over Next 2 Years
Todd B., a Louisiana-based inventor, has contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent his Woope Stick concept to industry over the next 2 years. A simple yet eye-catching new product sure to grab the attention of children and adults alike, the Woope Stick... - January 08, 2010 - New Product Help, Inc.
RetailNet Group Releases Global 100 Retailer Forecast and Key Retail Drivers for 2014
RetailNet Group, a retailer and packaged goods research and advisory consultancy has released its Global 100 Retailers forecast and report of the key drivers of retail in the next 5 years. Founded by Dan O'Connor, a widely regarded retail industry analyst, RetailNet Group tracks and reports on the strategies and capabilities leading retailers are leveraging for growth. - January 05, 2010 - Retailnet Group LLC
iCaughtSanta.com Announces New Service to Help Parents Catch Santa 'on Camera' and 'Video' in Their Very Own Homes
iCaughtSanta.com now offers instant personalized photos and eGift certificates... for last-minute shoppers. "Imagine the look of wonder and surprise on Christmas morning when children see a photo or video of Santa in their very own home." - December 21, 2009 - Catch a Character, LLC
Gambling Gazette Launches 2010 USA Online Casino Awards
Gamers vote for Gambling Gazette 2010 USA Casino Award. - December 21, 2009 - Gambling Gazette
Moon Walker Sales Launch New Web Site (Now Including Spanish Version of the Site)
Moon Walker Sales proudly announce to all Moon-Walker Costumers, the launch of their new website www.moon-walker.com with the choice of spanish and english. - December 16, 2009 - Moon Walker Sales LLC
Sphere Raider(TM) for the iPhone and iPod Touch Released Today
www.sphereraider.com Game developer Gallen Technologies, LLC announced the release today of its long awaited iPhone game Sphere Raider(TM). It is available for the iPhone and iPod Touch through Apple's App store. Sphere Raider(TM) brings exhilarating game play for all ages. Sphere Raider(TM)... - December 11, 2009 - Gallen Technologies, LLC
Video of Santa in Your Own Home. Instantly Prove That Santa Claus is Real.
Upload a digital picture from your home and follow a 5 step process to instantly create a video proof of Santa. Select from 10 different video scenarios, including leaving presents, dancing, and cookies and milk. The result is a video of Santa Claus in your very own home. - November 29, 2009 - TheSantaVideo.com
Catholic Pro Life Organizations will Benefit from New Web Site and Toy Line Angel Heaven™ World.com
Angel Heaven™ World .com will donate 20% of proceeds from it's online Toy & Gift Shop to Catholic Pro Life Organizations Nationwide. This will be during the 2009 Holiday Shopping Season and Beyond. - November 25, 2009 - Sharon M Hayes LLC
Dogracer.com Goes Live 1 December 2009. Breed and Race Your Own Virtual Greyhound.
Palamax Betting and Gaming Ltd launches Dogracer.com, a strategy and simulation game where you can own, breed, train and race your very own virtual greyhound against other members from all over the world. Every dog has unique genetic potential which directly influence its performance on the track. The breeding needs good judgment and strategy in order to produce future champions. The game is licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. - November 23, 2009 - Palamax Betting and Gaming
Board Game Cheats, Flirts and Trivia Buffs Revealed by Oz Crawl
New board game, Oz Crawl, is helping Australians choose their board game opponents strategically these Christmas holidays after a recent survey has revealed fascinating playing habits of Australians. - Generation Ys are the most honest cheats - Men rates themselves highly as Aussie trivia buffs -... - November 20, 2009 - Oz Crawl
euroSource LLC Adds Endangered Toy Indication to Web Site
euroSource LLC today announced the availability of endangered toy indication on their web site for retailing European toys. The indication is designed to give customers up-to-date information on toys endangered by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). The new indication is a rhino... - November 14, 2009 - euroSource LLC
kids-treasure-hunt.com Releases New Online Treasure Hunt Game Generator
Now party planners can generate their own hunt by selecting Scavenger Hunt objects, Treasure Hunt clues hiding locations, Play Area & Clue complexity. - November 06, 2009 - kids-treasure-hunt.com
TV Game Show Congress Invites Fans to Nov. 14-15 Event
Audition Experts to Give Tips; Geoff Edwards to be Honored; Betty White to Accept Allen Ludden Award at Hollywood Celebration of Your Favorite Shows - November 03, 2009 - VPI.Net Visual Perspectives Internet
Geospace International Brings Its Award-Winning WORD SPIN Hand-Held Word Game to the App Store
Geospace and developer RogueSheep today announced the WORD SPIN® game for iPhone and iPod touch is available from the iTunes App Store. - October 29, 2009 - Geospace International
Lawless Entertainment Named as Worldwide Publishing, TV and Licensing Agent for Erik Daniel Shein Storyland Series of Books
Acclaimed writer/producer, Erik Daniel Shein, has named Lawless Entertainment as the worldwide agent for all media for his new 13 book collection entitled "Storyland". Each story features a beautiful holiday story for the entire family, featuring magnificent illustrations created by Lina Safar of Kiev Ukraine, veteran sales agent Richard Ellman’s IPG brokered the deal. - October 25, 2009 - sheinstoryland holdings LLC
Khush Announces Its Reverse Karaoke iPhone Application LaDiDa Has Been Approved by Apple
Khush Inc. announced today that Apple Inc. (AAPL) has approved its reverse karaoke iPhone application after two months in review. LaDiDa uses artificial intelligence to analyze sung vocal tracks in real-time and automatically compose matching music. Users can sing into the iPhone, and LaDiDa will analyze the pitch and structure of the melody in order to generate a unique accompaniment. The patent-pending reverse karaoke technology was developed by NSF-funded scientist Dr. Parag Chordia. - October 16, 2009 - Khush Inc.
Shocker Toys Hits Wizard’s Big Apple Con Booth #321 and VGXPO with the Popular Wizard Maxx Exclusive, Indie Spotlight Series1 and More
October 16th - 18th, Pier 94 NYC, Tribune’s Dick Tracy will make an appearance as a hyper-articulated 6” action figure in creator Chester Gould’s black and white comic strip style. The World’s Most Famous Detective will be available in two limited run action figures. The limited B&W standard version with suit and pistol, will be available at the Shocker Toys booth #321. The limited B&W variant figure, with Tracy in his iconic trench coat with Tommy gun, will also be available at the booth. - October 09, 2009 - Shocker Toys LLP