Candy Land Cafe Pop-Up in San Diego

We checked out the Candy Land themed cafe while we were at SDCC. They had themed food and drinks. Also had photo ops and merch. The food was okay. Most people were there for the experience and it was a good time to relax and hang out after a long day at comic con especially with the humidity and heat this year. 

Clash of Clans - Clash For The Stache Offsite Activation

Supercell's Clash of Clans - Clash for the Stache Offsite Activation was not a free offsite activation unlike last year's Starr Park which was fantastic. You have to purchase tickets / reserve a time slot to participate. There is no free swag this year besides getting your photo taken after you play. The actor was phenomenal and funny when our group couldn't answer their question or we were too quiet. The decorations and theme throughout the space was so good. This offsite activation will still be open til early September. They have a lot of cool merch so definitely worth going to if you are a fan of Clash of Clans. 

NITRATE GAMES LAUNCHES WITH KEVIN SMITH - LICENSED JAY AND SILENT BOB’S JOINT VENTURE

 

Independent video game company Nitrate Games enters the realm of digital publishing and niche IP development with the announcement of Jay and Silent Bob’s Joint Venture, an adult cozy farm sim that offers fans an opportunity to engage with and play as filmmaker Kevin Smith’s beloved cult classic characters within the digital realm. The announcement was made during Smith’s annual Saturday night Hall H panel at Comic-Con International in San Diego.

The game provides a raunchy new take on a cozy farming game – if those crops were akin to Jay and Silent Bob’s specific cultural tastes. Heading toward its beta testing phase of production, the game is expected to be released in late Spring 2027 on Steam/PC. 

Players will build, cultivate, and expand their operation, interact with familiar faces, and experience an original story featuring Kevin Smith's iconic characters. 

“Since Jay and Silent Bob are the stars of this hilarious growing game, I cannot wait to play with myself! Many thanks to Nitrate Games for taking my little animals to this crossing and making them Stars Dew a Valley!” 

Nitrate Games is the brainchild of Daniel Kendrick, Montana Sommese and Nick Madonna. Co-Founder & CEO Kendrick previously ran IDW Entertainment, working on films & games for properties like Locke & Key, Wynonna Earp, 30 Days of Night, Godzilla, Sonic the Hedgehog and 250 other titles. He was the co-executive producer of last year’s breakthrough hit Batman Azteca for Warner Bros. Animation. Sommese, Nitrate’s Co-Founder, has served more than 15 years at the intersection of Hollywood and gaming, specializing in adapting premier IP for the next generation of players and delivering dozens of experiences for industry titans like Warner Bros. and Fox. Serving as Nitrate’s Head of Development, Madonna boasts more than 20 years of experience working on game titles for Saber Interactive, Square Enix & Vivendi Universal. Madonna also runs PHL Collective, a leading licensed entertainment developer delivering award-winning titles for world-class IPs like Star Wars, Justice League and SpongeBob SquarePants. 

Nitrate’s creative triumvirate has launched their business by following a philosophy of applying comic book sensibilities and strategies to indie video games, utilizing niche licenses of popular titles and cult classics like Smith’s Jay & Silent Bob and the 1978 surprise hit Attack of Killer Tomatoes. The publisher has been actively acquiring some wildly entertaining titles across licensed and original IP, with more titles to be announced in the near future. 

“Our core mission is to make games that we wish existed when we were kids,” says Kendrick. “We’re an independent game publisher with an eye toward creating unexpected takes on unique, beloved properties.” 

Chase Marotz, who has worked on such popular titles as Star Trek and Dungeons & Dragons for IDW Publishing, and as Lead Narrative Director for Gameloft’s New York studio, shipped 40+ titles, including collaborations with Marvel, Disney and NBCUniversal, is the creative director on Jay & Silent Bob’s Joint Venture. 

Celebrated live-action and animation scribe Ernie Altbacker (Batman: Hush, Justice League Dark) is the game’s writer. 

Both Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes have been involved from the start, shepherding the creative vision. 

“We set out to build Nitrate Games as the pop culture company of the future,” Kendrick says. “Audiences want to step inside the worlds they love; to emotionally engage with them, change them, break the fourth wall. That's why Montana, Nick and I built Nitrate Games: to be the indie publisher where beloved and new brands become something you don't just watch, but live. Nitrate Games exists for fans hungry for stories and entertainment that transcend formats and platforms.” 

Other key members of the Nitrate Games team include:

Deepak Nair (Vice President of Growth & Publishing Strategy), who has helped structure creator ecosystems for some of the world’s largest UGC platforms, including Roblox, Epic Games, and Meta. Nair was the founding Developer Relations lead for Fortnite Creative at Epic Games, a foundational member of Roblox’s DevRel team and most recently drove platform advocacy for Meta Horizon across creator tools, mobile, XR, and monetization. 

Jeff Whitlock (Vice President of Digital Marketing & Advertising), who brings more than two decades of digital production and user experience in consumer products, mobile applications, research and creative workshops. Whitlock has unmatched enthusiasm for turning ideas into reality and solving complex business problems with brands such as Adobe, Google, Meta, Nike, Volkswagen, Doritos and HBO. 

Players can learn more and sign up to playtest and wishlist.

To sign up and claim a Comic-Con exclusive in-game costume, visit https://joint-
venture.firstlook.gg/signup/joint-venture
To join Wishlist on Steam,
visit https://store.steampowered.com/app/4902580/Jay_and_Silent_Bobs_Joint_Venture/

Maestro Media Unveils Hello Kitty®: Day at the Park Board Game

 

Sanrio Fans Are Invited to Redefine Game Night with Hello Kitty & Friends on a Feel-Good Adventure Sure to Spark Teamwork and Fun 

LOS ANGELES, CA —  Maestro Media is teaming up with Sanrio®, the global lifestyle brand and home to Hello Kitty® to announce the release of the highly anticipated board game, Hello Kitty®: Day at the Park. This new game invites fans of all ages to experience the icon’s nostalgic charm by joining Hello Kitty and Friends on a heartwarming adventure filled with fun challenges and beautiful game design that is sure to spread smiles.

"We are partnering with Sanrio to bring Hello Kitty and her friends to life in a fresh board game experience,” says Javon Fraizer, CEO of Maestro Media. "This game is designed to foster teamwork and creativity, with a playful experience that promotes Hello Kitty’s message of friendship and kindness.

Developed with families and fans of Hello Kitty in mind, Hello Kitty®: Day at the Park is an accessible strategy board game that promises a unique family-friendly game experience, seamlessly blending the playful spirit of Hello Kitty with engaging and strategic gameplay that everyone can enjoy together. Players can compete as Hello Kitty and other iconic Sanrio characters, including My Melody™, Pompompurin™, Keroppi™, and more to complete thrilling adventures, earn rewards, and explore the charming park setting--all while collecting items and visiting attractions. The Deluxe Retail version of the game will also include a collectible, exclusive Hello Kitty Figurine, only available via purchase of the game.

Game Versions Include:

• Hello Kitty: Day at the Park Retail Edition ($29.99) 

• Hello Kitty: Day at the Park Deluxe Retail Edition ($59.99) - Exclusive Hello Kitty Figurine

• Hello Kitty: Day at the Park Deluxe Retail Edition and Hello Kitty Playmat Bundle  - ($99.99)  Exclusive Hello Kitty Figurine

Designed for ages 8+, Hello Kitty: Day at the Park promises a unique family-friendly board game experience, seamlessly blending the playful spirit of Hello Kitty with engaging and strategic gameplay that everyone can enjoy together.

Purchase online now at Maestro Media or Amazon. For more information, follow Maestro Media on Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok, or visit www.maestromedia.com.

New Immersive Action-Horror Game in the Alien Universe

Survios and 20th Century Games Join Forces for a New Immersive Action-Horror Game in the Alien Universe

More Information to be Revealed at San Diego Comic-Con 2022

LOS ANGELES - July 14, 2022 - Survios, a multi-platform game development studio and publisher, today announced a new collaboration with 20 th Century Games to develop an intense single-player, action-horror game set in the iconic Alien universe and built for PC, console, and VR. More details on the upcoming Aliens game will be revealed at the ALIEN: Expanding a Dark and Frightening Universe panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 21, 2022 from 2:00PM - 3:00PM, in Room 28DE.

“When I joined Survios in 2020, it was to build bigger, more ambitious games, using the best entertainment franchises across console, PC, and VR platforms,” said TQ Jefferson, Chief Product Officer at Survios. “Aliens is a distinct and terrifying world that fans love to be entrenched in, and it is perfect for Survios’ proven expertise in creating immersive gaming experiences.”

“The vast universe of Alien is full of untold stories, and opportunities to create gripping original games,” said Luigi Priore, vice president, Disney, Pixar and 20 th Century Games. “We’re thrilled to work with a team like Survios who shares our passion for Alien, and for immersing fans into new worlds and experiences.”

Survios continues to build out its top-tier development team with talented creatives and veterans
from the entertainment and games industries.

100% Soft Dumpster Fire Party! on Kickstarter

It's a Dumpster Fire Party! Check out 100% Soft's campaign on Kickstarter HERE. There's 2, yes we said 2 exclusive colorways of the Dumpster Fire Vinyl Figures that will only be available through their Kickstarter project.

So if you collect these, make sure to back this on Kickstarter!

Super Impulse at Toyfair with Plenty of Nostalgia!

Super Impulse has brought all our favorite nostalgic properties of yesteryear back in new and innovative ways. From World's Smallest Action Figures to tiny full fledged arcade favorites that fit in your pocket there is surely something for everyone.

Rubik’s Revolution:

The international hit game is back! Super Impulse is proud to reintroduce Rubik’s Revolution; incredibly popular and the winner of the 2008 Toy of the Year Award! Rubik’s Revolution offers six fast-paced, electronic games including LIGHT SPEED, in one device! Features include sounds, lights, and various skill levels that will keep you playing for hours! Rubik’s Revolution is both a one player and multiplayer game best for ages 5 to 105!  Test your skills and beat your score or your friends’.

Ages 5+

MSRP: $19.99

Available 2020

Boardwalk Arcade Pop-A-Shot

Introducing Boardwalk Arcade Pop-A-Shot!  Play the ultimate basketball arcade game electronically and enjoy authentic Pop-A-Shot video play.  It takes skill and speed to score high points as you race against the clock!  Includes six original Pop-A-Shot shooting games plus one bonus game with two baskets. Control ball speed and direction.  Full color digital gameplay screen.  The separate LCD score screen adds authenticity to this miniature game measuring 1.75(L) x 4 (W) x 4 (H) of an inch in size. Take your shot!

Ages 8+

MSRP: $19.99-$21.99

Available Spring 2020

Micro Arcade:

Never before has a full-size arcade game been played in an incredible compact credit card size! Measuring only 3.25 x 2 x .375 of an inch, MicroArcade is the ultimate travel game and easily fits in your pocket! Each game comes with a full color screen, cool sound effects, and directional control buttons, with a micro USB charger included. The MicroArcade games play just like the iconic full-size arcade versions with digitally modified sound effects to fit into the mini flat speaker.  Enjoy hours of gameplay without the need for a Wi-Fi connection or data plan!  New releases for 2020 include The Oregon Trail, Galaga, Dig Dug and Atari Combo Series 3 featuring Millipede, Combat and one surprise bonus game.

Ages: 6+

MSRP: $19.99-$24.99

Available Spring 2020

Summer in Mara - A Tropical Adventure on Kickstarter

Summer in Mara, the new game by Chibig Studio, is on Kickstarter. Set in a tropical archipelago, Summer in Mara is a summer adventure about taking care of your own island, farming your land and crafting new tools. Also, you can sail away to explore the ocean.

Koa lives by her own in the home island. Mara, the ocean that brings us life, has always called her. Now, with her boat, she can explore this ocean and discover new islands.

With new islands come, new people, ready to meet you and trade with you.Befriend them is very important since it will make Mara a better place. Because the ocean is in danger. An evil corporation called Elit wants to conquer and exploit Mara's resources.

Koa needs your help to finish Mara's story.

Awesome Little Green Men Coming Soon!

MGA Entertainment announced that these Awesome Little Green Men will be coming to shelves at Target, Walmart, Toys R Us and Amazon starting August 1st. These will be sold as a Blind Boxes, Starter Packs and Deluxe Packs. There are both male and female soldiers as well as vehicles with over 100 to collect.

IDW Games Solves the "Purrrfect" Crime with Purrrlock Holmes: Furriarty's Trail

IDW GAMES SOLVES THE PURRRFECT CRIME WITH
PURRRLOCK HOLMES: FURRIARTY'S TRAIL

Bewhiskered crime-solving icon catches the hairiest criminal by the tail

 

You’ve "cat" to be serious when it comes to cracking the case. And there is no detective more serious than Purrrlock Holmes. That’s what this game is about: deduction, and ridiculously over-dressed cats.

"We're incredibly excited to be bringing this game to market," Jerry Bennington, VP of New Product Development says. "It's already started to develop a strong following of cat, pun, and cat-pun-loving fans."

Creator of Freaky Pets Launches BOB-A-LONG an Ad-Lib, Charades-Style Game on Kickstarter

FROM THE CREATOR OF FREAKY PETS™ COMES
BOB-A-LONG, A WILD AND IMAGINATIVE INTERACTIVE CARD GAME PERFECT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!

The Kickstarter Campaign for the Ad-Lib, Charades-Style Game Launched on December 10 at http://kck.st/1U5Xd38;
Funseekers Seeking Updates Can Visit Bobalongfun.com

HEROES REBORN: ENIGMA Available for Mobile and Tablet Devices This Fall

ESCAPE THE QUARRY

BY SOLVING FIRST PERSON PUZZLES IN HEROES REBORN: ENIGMA AVAILABLE FOR MOBILE AND TABLET DEVICES THIS FALL

 

Action Puzzle Game from the NBC Event Series Coming Oct. 8

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Sept. 2015) -- HEROES REBORN: Enigma, the first of two HEROES REBORN games that immerse fans into the universe created by Tim Kring, will be available for mobile and tablet devices (iOS and Android) on Oct. 8, entertainment studio and game publisher Imperative Entertainment announced today.

 

Serving as a prequel for the HEROES REBORN event series, HEROES REBORN: Enigma is a first person action puzzle game that has players become Dahlia, an evolved human with incredible powers, seeking to escape the clutches of a secret government facility known as The Quarry. Dahlia has to solve a series of brain-teasing puzzles in complex environments. Featuring stunning visuals from Unreal Engine 4, the game is produced by multi-platform studio Imperative Entertainment and developed by Phosphor Games.

Pocket Gems and Fox Digital Entertainment Launch Night at the Museum: Hidden Treasures

Fox Digital Entertainment Partners with Pocket Gems To Launch  a Mobile Game Companion to the Upcoming Film Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb

SAN FRANCISCO – December 5, 2014 - Fox Digital Entertainment and Pocket Gems, a leader in mobile-first entertainment, have partnered to create a new mobile game, Night at the Museum: Hidden Treasures, an officially licensed companion game to the popular film franchise. The game will be available on the Apple App Store and Google Play for smartphones and tablets ahead of the film, which hits theaters in the US on December 19, 2014.

Monster High Ghouls and Jewels Goes On Tour This Summer

Monster High™ Ghouls and Jewels™ Goes On Tour This Summer

Match-3 Puzzle Game Launches on Google Play™ and visits San Diego Comic-Con®

J-POP Summit Presents 1000 Treasure Hunters Puzzle Game

J-POP SUMMIT PRESENTS A BRAND NEW INTERACTIVE PUZZLE SOLVING GAME ATTRACTION 1000 TREASURE HUNTERS 2014

Prodigy Launches on Kickstarter

We posted a preview of Prodigy at the end of March before they launched their Kickstarter Campaign. Their Kickstarter campaign has been up and running for the past 4 days and have surpassed their target goal of $100,000. There's lots of information on their Kickstarter page HERE.

"Prodigy is a turn-based tactical RPG featuring high quality figurines for PC.
The player manipulates magical objects to fight epic multiplayer battles and follow a heroic solo campaign.
Prodigy's gameplay focuses on squad-based combat on a physical board for deep-thinking and fast paced 1v1 fights.
Prodigy is a new way to play without any keyboard, mouse or joypad."

The LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Game Trailer

Check out the new LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Game Trailer. The game is set to be released later this fall. Check out some stills from the game below (after the jump).

Mobile Game "Carpet Ball"

Carpet Ball is designed for people to play together in real life, not faceless competition over the Internet. The growing popularity of apps has turned game playing into an obsessive activity one does on their own, and the thrill of live friendly competition is fading away. Now enters Carpet Ball giving gamers the best of both worlds!  With their patented technology, this revolutionary app allows up to 4 iPhone users to play together at one time.  Families and friends can now bond over a fun game of Carpet Ball and interact with each other instead of competing against a random opponent in cyberspace. 

Here’s how to play: Line up your iPhones to create the game board. With the ultimate goal of being the first person to knock all of the other player’s balls off the table, players take turns using the cue ball to push the opponent’s balls off the table. Carpet Ball lets you customize your settings and has an interactive training tutorial. Carpet Ball is available in the U.S. for $.99 and is priced accordingly in other regions. Carpet Ball is compatible with iPhone and iPad and is available worldwide from Apple's App Store or at www.carpetballapp.com.

Sliced Bread Games Cooking Up a (fat) Free Treat with Sliced Bread Lite!

Just received this press release for Sliced Bread which is a game for your iphone, ipad & ipod Touch.

Sliced Bread Games Cooking Up a (fat) Free Treat with Sliced Bread Lite!

Sliced Bread Games Unveiling New Delicacies for all Versions with Update

Foster City, CA – June 28, 2011 – Sliced Bread Games, an independent game design and publishing company located in San Francisco, CA, has announced the free version of Sliced Bread with the release of Sliced Bread Lite.

In Sliced Bread Lite, bakers slice up a variety of pastry and doughy delights – everything from bagels to cookies and waffles to challah bread can be sliced with a swipe of the finger! Every slice adds  points to your score, with multiple slices giving combos and additional points! Sliced Bread Lite is available for the iPhone and iPod Touch while Sliced Bread Lite HD is available for the iPad.

Sliced Bread Lite includes lots of gaming goodness - two game modes – Classic and Timed, along with slicers, eggs, and all the ingredients needed to whip up something fun to eat. Bakers can also divvy up the new donuts and cupcakes! And if a player downloaded a previous version of Sliced Bread, they can get an update that includes new locations, new pastries, and more!  

“Sliced Bread Lite is a zero calorie treat that tastes great and is good for the whole family”, stated the Chief Baking Officer.  “Sliced Bread Lite delivers all the sumptuous flavor of the original Sliced Bread but in a guilt free form.  We also added all the new features, items, and updates to the full versions of Sliced Bread.”  

Sliced Bread Lite HD: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sliced-bread-lite-hd/id501964692?mt=8

Sliced Bread Lite: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sliced-bread-lite/id501961392?mt=8

Sliced Bread is a tasty treat for the whole family. From kids to moms to hungry dads, this delicious diversion has all the ingredients for a game anyone can enjoy in snack-sized bites, and Famigo.com has awarded it the prestigious APProved Badge!

About Sliced Bread Games

Sliced Bread Games is focused on creating fun and quirky games for the mobile, tablet and social networking spaces.  Sliced Bread Games was formed to bring together our love of baking and our passion for making games.  Sprinkle a dash of mobile gaming, mix in a dollop of social gaming, bake, and repeat.  Sliced Bread Games is serving up the recipe for fun.  Now taking orders! www.slicedbreadgame.com

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