'Disregards the Hobby Market'
October 17, 2005
Pat Fuge of Gnome Games in Green Bay, Wisconsin saw the ICv2 interview with Upper Deck's Cory Jones and feels that recent actions by the company contradict statements made in the interview.
In January 'Shonen Jump'
October 18, 2005
The Blue Eyes Ultimate Dragon card comes stateside as a special premium with the January issue of Shonen Jump .
'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.
Column by Pat Fuge
September 29, 2005
From the Gnome's Perspective is a weekly column by retailer Pat Fuge, who owns Gnome Games, a two store chain in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This week is part two of his review of organized play programs.
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.
More Toy Play, Plus TCG
September 5, 2005
This fall, two launches will capitalize on the success of Xiaolin Showdown.
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.
