New Battling Robot Game World Designed by Weta Workshop
February 20, 2017
In Part 2 of this two-part interview, we talk about the collaboration with Cryptozoic, the decision to use Kickstarter, the plan for trade release, and the future of the game after launch.
Column by Scott Thorne
February 20, 2017
This week, Thorne looks at how the paradox of choice applies to the game and comics businesses.
Project Raygun
February 17, 2017
At Toy Fair, game and licensing powerhouse USAopoly, Inc. announced a new designer collectibles division: Project Raygun.
'Organizing a political campaign and organizing a comic book convention are very similar.'
February 15, 2017
In Business 3x3, a business retailer or executive will share their experience with three things they’ve done right, three things they’ve done wrong, and what else they’ve learned along the way.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
February 13, 2017
Continuing the “best of times, worst of times” theme for the comics business over the past year, word came this week of two companies in different corners of the industry getting creative about raising the money they need to keep the doors open.
Column by Scott Thorne
February 13, 2017
This week, Thorne looks at a tax proposal and how it would impact the hobby games business.
Trio of Newcomers Delivers Best Weekend of 2017 Yet
February 12, 2017
Warner Bros.’ animated LEGO Batman Movie opened well short of expectations, but still finished ahead of two other newcomers, Fifty Shades Darker and John Wick: Chapter 2 .
Stellar Performers in Solid Year
February 10, 2017
NPD Group, which tracks POS data from major retailers, revealed year-end numbers for U.S. toy sales in 2016, with strong performances for games and collectibles.
In Portland
February 8, 2017
LeftField Media, LLC, has invested in Portland, Oregon’s Rose City Comic Con.
Column by Steve Bennett
February 8, 2017
This week, Bennett discusses Marvel’s relaunch plans for the X-Men, politics in the comic shop and Marvel’s new diversity campaign.
