Wizards of the Coast

Dungeons & Dragons Celebrates 50th Anniversary in 2024 with More than 50 Million Fans

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Monday, February 12, 2024

RENTON, Wash., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Out of a small cobbler's home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin in 1974, generations of dreamers and adventure-seekers were inspired with the publication of the first version of Dungeons & Dragons. The tiny black text and line drawings printed on those first pamphlets have grown into beautifully illustrated tomes, meticulously crafted physical artifacts, and comprehensive digitals tools all designed to enhance the core of D&D: Getting together to tell fantastic stories with friends and family. Now stewards of that legacy of imaginative play, Wizards of the Coast is poised to celebrate five decades of fantasy roleplaying in 2024 by engaging with fans at events around the world and offering games, entertainment, and products informed by the history of D&D to inspire generations to come.

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"This year we'll be celebrating all three with the 50th Anniversary of the first publication of Dungeons & Dragons.
The year-long celebration kicks off in March 2024, when fans all over the world will be able to play the same adventure together inspired by the Dungeons & Dragons creators' love of tournament-style play.
This anthology weaves together six classic DUNGEONS & DRAGONS adventures while updating them for the game's fifth edition.
Wizards can't wait to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of D&D with fans in 2024!

Ultra PRO Reveals Magic: The Gathering 30th Anniversary Gaming Accessories Collection

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

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COMMERCE, Calif., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultra PRO International LLC ("Ultra PRO"), a California-based designer and manufacturer of tabletop gaming accessories for Magic: The Gathering, has partnered with Wizards of the Coast to reveal a top of the line 30th Anniversary Magic: The Gathering Accessories collection of amazing products including a set of 105-count APEX® Deck Protector® premium sleeves, a 12-Pocket PRO-Binder, an Alcove® Edge Deck Box with security click and a Holofoil® Playmat.

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COMMERCE, Calif., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ultra PRO International LLC ("Ultra PRO"), a California-based designer and manufacturer of tabletop gaming accessories for Magic: The Gathering, has partnered with Wizards of the Coast to reveal a top of the line 30th Anniversary Magic: The Gathering Accessories collection of amazing products including a set of 105-count APEX® Deck Protector® premium sleeves, a 12-Pocket PRO-Binder, an Alcove® Edge Deck Box with security click and a Holofoil® Playmat.
The collection features expansion symbols from Magic: The Gathering over the past 30 years.
In addition to the extra attention on each item, this collection also debuts Ultra PRO's new APEX® Deck Protector® sleeves, which have been in development for two years.
"This is a leap forward in the evolution of card sleeves," says Justin Cole, Director of Business Development – Accessories.

Starbreeze to develop and publish game based on the Dungeons & Dragons® IP

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Monday, December 4, 2023

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STOCKHOLM, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The game, with the internal codename Project Baxter, set in the world of Dungeons & Dragons® will carry the signature Starbreeze game cornerstones of co-operative multiplayer, lifetime commitment through a Games as a Service-model, community engagement and a larger than life experience. Project Baxter will launch on all major platforms in 2026 and include cross-play. The game will be produced in Unreal Engine 5.

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Starbreeze Entertainment today announces that it has licensed the world's greatest roleplaying game - Dungeons & Dragons® - to be used in the upcoming Project Baxter game.
Starbreeze licenses the IP from Wizards of the Coast, the IP-holder of Dungeons & Dragons® and a division of Hasbro, Inc.
The upcoming game is planned to be released in 2026, with Starbreeze acting both as developer and publisher.
Development of the game is in full swing, and we are excited to deliver an amazing Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure in 2026.

Hasbro and Marvel Team Up to Bring Popular Marvel Characters and Stories to Magic: The Gathering in Multi-Year, Multi-Set Deal

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a global branded play leader, today announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Marvel.

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Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a global branded play leader, today announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Marvel.
Together, Hasbro and Marvel will develop collectible products and tentpole sets for the best-selling trading card game, Magic: The Gathering.
Hasbro will continue to bring new ways for consumers to express their Marvel fandom through Magic: The Gathering’s collection of Universes Beyond crossover products.
With more than 50 million fans to date, Magic is a worldwide phenomenon published in more than 150 countries.

Popularium's Chaos Agents Enters Pre-Alpha Playtest With Gen Con TV Stream

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Game industry veterans Richard Garfield, Skaff Elias, Arka Ray and Jon Bankard announced today Popularium's Chaos Agents is entering pre-alpha playtest through a Gen Con TV stream at 9 am PT today, October 18th. The stream can be accessed here - https://www.twitch.tv/gencontv.

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The stream features an initial playtest tournament earlier in October in Seattle.
"We're ready to expand to pre-alpha playtest through our new Chaos Broker Trainees - as they are better known," said Garfield.
"These playtesters have been selected from thousands of applicants eager to get their first taste of the Chaos Agents Universe.
"They've also inspired us with their enthusiasm and incredible feedback on Chaos Agents and our community."

IHOP® Fall Menu Features New Waffles, Seasonal Flavors and More

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Today, IHOP® announced a new menu full of fall flavors and a variety of updated favorites, including craveable Belgian Waffles, Hand-Crafted Melts, entrées and more.

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Today, IHOP® announced a new menu full of fall flavors and a variety of updated favorites, including craveable Belgian Waffles, Hand-Crafted Melts, entrées and more.
The latest IHOP menu innovations join the recently released Biscuits and seasonal Pumpkin Spice menu items to deliver delightfully surprising sweet and savory options for any time of day.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230927894745/en/
IHOP® Fall Menu Features New Waffles, Seasonal Flavors and More (Photo: Business Wire)
The new Waffles keep the batter that our guests love and add four new varieties with best-in-class ingredients, plus a Waffle Breakfast Combo.
Waffles: IHOP’s waffle offerings are getting even better, with a variety of sweet and savory all-day menu items.

Hasbro Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

During the second quarter and year-to-date, Hasbro paid $97 million and $194 million, respectively, in cash dividends to shareholders.

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During the second quarter and year-to-date, Hasbro paid $97 million and $194 million, respectively, in cash dividends to shareholders.
The next dividend of $0.70 per common share was previously declared and will be payable on August 15, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 1, 2023.
In support of Hasbro's Blueprint 2.0 strategy, Hasbro implemented an Operational Excellence program to deliver $250-300 million in annualized run-rate cost savings by year-end 2025.
Hasbro will webcast its second quarter 2023 earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time today.

Fire Up the Fun with the New Dungeons & Dragons Release at Build-A-Bear

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

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ST. LOUIS, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has released its first collaboration with Dungeons & Dragons, the popular fantasy role-playing game. This epic release features a Red Dragon plush and fandom tee shirt found exclusively online in "The Bear Cave", the company's adult collectible section of the Build-A-Bear website. Dungeons & Dragons ("D&D") is owned by Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro that specializes in tabletop and role playing games. With the popularity of the new Dungeons & Dragons movie in theaters this Spring, this collectible is sure to be a fan favorite.

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ST. LOUIS, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has released its first collaboration with Dungeons & Dragons, the popular fantasy role-playing game.
Dungeons & Dragons ("D&D") is owned by Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro that specializes in tabletop and role playing games.
With the popularity of the new Dungeons & Dragons movie in theaters this Spring, this collectible is sure to be a fan favorite.
The two new Dungeons & Dragons items by Build-A-Bear are only available while supplies last.

Hasbro’s Wizards of the Coast Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

Today, Hasbro, Inc.’s Wizards of the Coast (NASDAQ: HAS) has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023.

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Today, Hasbro, Inc.’s Wizards of the Coast (NASDAQ: HAS) has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023.
This year’s list highlights the businesses at the forefront of their respective industries, paving the way for the innovations of tomorrow.
“We’re honored to be named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies and to rank among the top 5 in our industry this year,” said Cynthia Williams, President of Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro Digital Gaming.
Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2023) is available online here , as well as in-app form via iTunes, and on newsstands beginning March 14.

schleich® USA Closes 2022 with Double-Digit Growth; Continues to Outpace Toy Industry*

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Monday, January 30, 2023

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schleich®, the world’s leading manufacturer of characters and playsets, has announced another strong year of sales to close out 2022.

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schleich®, the world’s leading manufacturer of characters and playsets, has announced another strong year of sales to close out 2022.
As schleich® continues to focus on international growth, the North American team attributes its own success in part to expanding consumer audiences and extensive support at the retail level.
Starting this year, the company will also only use cardboard that is FSC-certified for its packaging.
For more information on schleich® visit us at schleich-s.com , or follow the brand on Instagram , Facebook, and YouTube .