To Overall Positive Effect
August 9, 2023
Wizards of the Coast unintentionally shook up the RPG business early this year, with an overall positive effect on Spring sales.
On Changes Under New Management, Retailer Relationships, and Key Initiatives
August 8, 2023
We checked in on changes since the recent management changes, progress on improving retailer relationships, and key titles for the rest of 2023.
In Post-Covid Market
August 8, 2023
Board and card game sales were on a downward slope in the Spring 2023 (January-April) season, as the pandemic-driven demand dissipated.
In Post-Covid Market
August 8, 2023
Board and card game sales were on a downward slope in the Spring 2023 (January-April) season, as the pandemic-driven demand dissipated.
On License Expansion, Mad Cave's Top Titles, and Direct Market Opportunities
August 8, 2023
We talked about Mad Cave Studios' licensed title expansion, the top titles, current and upcoming, and the opportunity for growth in the Direct Market.
Renews Contract with the City of Indianapolis Through 2030
August 7, 2023
Gen Con has broken their 2019 attendance record in 2023 and renewed their contract with the city of Indianapolis through 2030.
Plus: Thieves Make Off with $15,000+ Worth of Merch from Portland Game Store
August 7, 2023
Another burglary, in Portland, Oregon, resulted in the loss of over $15,000 worth of merchandise.
Showbiz Round-Up
August 7, 2023
The SAG-AFTRA strike continues, and the Hollywood news keeps rolling in. It's time for a round-up!
And Posts $73.0 Million Loss
August 7, 2023
Funko plans to reduce its SKU count by 30%, Interim CEO Michael Lunsford announced, as the company posted a $73.0 million loss for Q2.
In Volatile Spring for Minis
August 4, 2023
A swirl of trends shook up the miniatures business in hobby game stores in Spring 2023.
