Yu-Gi-Oh! Down, Batman Up
October 17, 2005
Mattel Inc., the biggest toymaker in the U.S., posted disappointing earnings for the third quarter.
'Elemental Energy' and 'Warriors Triumph'
October 9, 2005
Upper Deck is planning a November release for Elemental Energy, the next expansion for the popular Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game.
Retailer Exclusives and the Challenging Future
October 6, 2005
In Part 2 of this interview with Upper Deck's Cory Jones, we talked about retailer exclusives, the competitive landscape, and the challenging future of the category.
Stewardship in the 'Fragile' TCG Market
October 6, 2005
In Part 1 of this interview with Upper Deck's Cory Jones, we discussed the 'fragile' TCG market, the role of community in supporting the market, and the steps Upper Deck is taking to support that community.
Linear From the Start
September 29, 2005
FUNimation Productions has announced the launching of the FUNimation Channel, a 24-hour digital network
None through Distribution?
September 27, 2005
Dave Autzen of Reader's World in Springfield, Illinois received an e-mail this week that he would not be able to receive Upper Deck's Dark Revelation 2 from his distributor, and wonders how this fits with the company's shipping policies.
Weak Orders, Limited Distribution
September 27, 2005
Upper Deck recently announced to its customers that its Dark Revelation 2 product would not be available through hobby distributors, which caused some to question the rationale and Upper Deck's commitment to its hobby first shipping policy.
'Ultimate Wolverine Vs. Hulk'
September 18, 2005
Damon Lindelof, co-creator of the ABC series, Lost , will write a new Ultimate series, Ultimate Wolverine Vs. Hulk .
Yu-Gi-Oh! Capsule Monsters
September 11, 2005
Mattel will release the Yu-Gi-Oh! Capsule Monsters Collectible Figure Game for the holiday season this year.
Gamus and Talkin' Sports
August 31, 2005
Gamus, based in the southeastern United States, and Talkin' Sports, based in the western United States, have merged, effective today.
