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2020
Hasbro announces Peppa Pig audio stories for streaming platforms
Hasbro announced a series of ten Peppa Pig audio stories for digital streaming platforms including Amazon Prime, Apple Music, and Spotify, with releases planned in batches of two every two weeks. The article says the series would be available from November 23, 2020.
2020
Hasbro and Superdigital partner on NERF House X
Hasbro announced NERF House X, a digital series jointly produced by Julian Edelman’s Coast Productions and Superdigital; Hasbro said it partnered with Superdigital for the second season.
2020
Hasbro releases new Mandalorian products for preorder
Hasbro released new products inspired by The Mandalorian for preorder, including items from the Star Wars: The Black Series Credit Collection, Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Carbonized Collection, Monopoly Star Wars: The Mandalorian Edition, and Star Wars The Bounty Collection Series 2.
2020
Hasbro recalls Nerf Super Soaker toys over lead in decorative stickers
Hasbro issued a recall for two lines of Nerf Super Soaker toys after lead levels in ink on the decorative stickers exceeded the federal lead content ban. The notice said lead is toxic if ingested by young children and may cause adverse health effects.
2020
Hasbro and TOMS partner on Candy Land footwear collection
Hasbro partnered with TOMS on a limited-edition footwear collection inspired by the Candy Land brand.
2020
Hasbro announces Super Mario Monopoly and Jenga games
Hasbro announced that it would release Super Mario-themed Monopoly and Jenga games on August 1, 2020.
2020
Hasbro unveils Transformers–Top Gun Maverick figure
Hasbro and Paramount Pictures revealed a Transformers–Top Gun collaboration featuring a new Maverick robot character. The figure was available for preorder through Hasbro Pulse.
2020
Hasbro opens crowdfunding for Marvel Legends Sentinel figure
Hasbro opened purchase and crowdfunding for the Marvel Legends Series X-Men Marvel’s Sentinel figure for $350, requiring at least 6,000 backers for production; the campaign was set to end on August 24 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
2020
Hasbro and Regatta partner on Peppa Pig outdoor collection
Hasbro announced a partnership with Regatta for a Peppa Pig outerwear and leisure accessories collection planned to launch in spring/summer 2021 across the UK and Europe. The collection is also planned for sale through Regatta stores and its e-commerce site, as well as specialist outdoor retailers.
2020
Hasbro reports first-quarter 2020 financial results
Hasbro reported first-quarter 2020 net revenues of $1.11 billion and a net loss of $69.6 million. The company also provided a business update related to COVID-19.
2020
Hasbro launches Bring Home the Fun website
Hasbro launched a website as part of its Bring Home the Fun initiative, offering family-focused resources such as playtime tips, activities, and materials to help families cope with stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020
Hasbro introduces animatronic Baby Yoda plush and opens preorders
Hasbro introduced an animatronic Baby Yoda plush at a Disney event, and preorders began that day. The article says the doll may not reach shelves until later in the fall.
2020
Hasbro announces NERF Halo blaster line for fall availability
Hasbro announced three new NERF Halo blasters, including the MA40 Blaster and two MicroShots models, planned to become available in the United States and United Kingdom starting in fall 2020.
2020
Hasbro and 343 Industries partner on licensed NERF Halo blasters
Hasbro and 343 Industries partnered to produce licensed NERF blasters based on Halo; the products were planned for sale in the United States and United Kingdom.
2020
Scopely, Hasbro and Mattel partner on Scrabble Go
Scopely and Hasbro partnered with Mattel on a new mobile game based on Mattel Scrabble, developed with game studio PierPlay.
2020
WildBrain CPLG expands Hasbro licensing representation into Benelux
WildBrain CPLG’s remit was expanded to cover the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. Under the agreement, it will represent Hasbro’s merchandise, publishing, promotions and short-term location-based entertainment business across the Benelux and Nordic regions.
2019
Hasbro completes acquisition of Entertainment One
Hasbro completed its acquisition of Entertainment One in an all-cash deal valued at $3.8 billion. Entertainment One CEO Darren Throop will report to Hasbro chairman and CEO Brian Goldner.