A bit of a combination article as I’ll be combining my Getting Hot article, where I cover companied that have the potential to make it big along with my general round-up of the show floor where I freely roam the floor looking to see if anything catches my eye.
Two companies that continue to stand out remain– P.M.I. LTD and Super Impulse. Unfortunately while P.M.I. did allow me into their booth there was sadly no photos allowed in their booth. So while they do have some exciting new licensees and products across their product lines including Stumble Guys, Minecraft, Smashlings, Fuggler, and Pudgy Penguins I’ll have to limit my coverage to that for now. Super Impulse on the other hand had a host of new products which I’ll be covering below.
Free roaming the aisles, even if most are closed off with huge walls, still occasionally yields some interesting and fun results. As always, while I encourage you to check out every company I covered I have still included a list of companies covered in this article; a quick ctrl+f will shoot you over to the relevant company:
Super Impulse, Nemesis Now, Paladone, Salesone, Lionel Trains, Metal Earth, Robotime, Azone, Sluban, Just Play. Bitty Boomers, Dart Zone Max, Beanie Babies
Super Impulse
https://superimpulse.com/
Super Impulse offers a range of products most notably the World’s Smallest which feature miniature versions of iconic toys like Super Soaker, Etch-A-Sketch, Rubik’s Cube, Sorry, Battleship, Cornhole, Beer Pong and more! Additionally, their Micro Figures line features very tiny figures in packaging of many iconic brands including Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, Masters of the Universe, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Monster High, South Park, Star Trek, and even Wednesday. Rounding out their line-up of products are Poptaters a line of smaller versions of the classic Mr. Potato Head with licensed crossovers and with interchangeable pieces!
New reveals for Toy Fair were a Peanuts license including Snoopy Sno-cone Machine, games for Perfection, Catan, and Exploding Kittens, Bop-It, Gumby, and Furby to name a few.
Nemesis Now
https://www.nemesisnow.com/
Nemesis now offers a wide range of giftware including drinkware, bookends, snow globes, busts, ornaments, journals, and wall mounts in a host of hot properties like The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Terminator, Mortal Kombat and more. While not on display Nemesis Now did just launch a Transfomers collaboration. Products for metal bands like Iron Maiden, AC/DC, and Metallica are also represented. Finally, Nemesis Now has their own line of Cult Cuties an line of creatures with an occult theme.
Paladone
https://www.paladoneshop.com/
A UK wholesale gifts supply company with licences in Harry Potter, Batman, Call of Duty, Assassin’s Creed, and Nintendo. Paladone offers items for more casual collectors such as mirrors, lights, mugs, thermoses, keychains, and other knick knacks. Some of their main products focus on lights for almost every property with the stand out item being their X-Wing and Bat-wing desk light along with neon desk lights.
SalesOne
https://salesonestudios.com/
SalesOne collaborates with brands such as Marvel, Star Wars, DC Comics to produce jewelry and other products often with an exclusive or limited distribution basis. The company works with a variety of metals and materials and puts care into their attention to detail, quality, and packaging.
Lionel Trains
http://www.lionel.com/
Lionel, celebrating it’s 125th anniversary, is a designer and importer of model trains and railroads. Their line of products which include the LCS®, iCab, Battle Trains®, and Lionel Tracks remain at the forefront of technology. They also have plenty of partnerships including NASCAR, Warner Bros., Crayola, Coca-Cola, John Deere to name a few. Their focus has been to make sure they are a major player in any holiday plans.
Since I covered them at New York Comic Con I decided to head over to their booth to get a few photos of upcoming releases. Thomas the Tank Engine, Frozen, and Harry Potter trains were highlights.
Metal Earth by Fascinations
http://www.fascinations.com/
Metal Earth models by Fascinations are mini metal model kits that you pop out of metal sheets. With a ton of licenses including Transformers, Lord of the Rings, Marvel, Harry Potter, Disney, Star Wars, and more there is likely a model kit for anyone. I’ve always enjoyed seeing their products on display. Special call out for the Ghostbuster Ecto-1, 1989 Batmobile, or a Game of Thrones Dragon.
Robotime
https://www.robotimeonline.com/
Robotime focuses on 3D puzzles and toys across five sub-brands – ROKR, Rolife, Robud, MewooFun, and Rowood – each with a slightly different focus. Their mission is to become the globally recognized brand connecting people through creativity and design. Their creativity first motto comes through in their designs which combine science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics to create mechanical-driven 3D construction kits and models with precise structures and shapes. Check out some of their products below.
Azone
https://www.azone.biz/en/
Another company using wood, paper and bamboo to create models from a variety of
That treasured time when you are engrossed in making a variety of motifs from history to culture and entertainment. They believe in 6 important A’s – Arigato (Gratitude for Everything); Ashita (Shape the Future); Ai (Made with Love); Art (Devote to Creativity); Aggressive (Fear no Challenge); and Active (Demonstration Through Action) and their mission is to bring the joy and satisfaction you get when you display your finished product to everyone who buys our product.
Sluban
https://www.sluban-northamerica.com/
Sluban is company in the building bricks area. Not only ate they of high quality but they also fit other building blocks. Their figures are also different from other building block in that their hands turn in all directions and the head and torso can tilt. Their themes are a bit more boys oriented with army, aviation, racing, construction, and space themes. Specifically I liked their fighter jets and scale projectile firing M27-S.
Just Play
https://justplayproducts.com/
Just Play develops toys that enable imaginative play for children of all age ranges. Their products include collectibles, novelty, and plush. The company also works with a with array of brands including Hasbro, Mattel, Moonbug, Paramount, Disney, and more.
Just a quick pass-by to see Just Play’s newest figures in their Star Wars Doorables line.
Bitty Boomers
https://bittyboomers.com/
Bitty Boomers is a company producing portable wireless Bluetooth speakers but with full, clear, room filling sound. Additionally Bitty Boomers double as selfie remotes without needing a separate app. The company works with a host of licenses including Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Stranger Things, and Hello Kitty.
Dart Zone Max
https://dartzoneblasters.com/
If you need to deliver some precision an distance check out this company.
Beanie Babies
https://shop.ty.com/
The Beanie Baby may have hit the first collectible craze. Ty has been the heart and soul behind the beloved Beanie Babies for over three decades, crafting each plush toy with enchantment and a dash of love for all ages. The Beanie Bouncer line was something that drew my eye!
