By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The LEGO Group and Epic Games are launching a co-branded survival crafting game for the Fortnite metaverse platform called LEGO Fortnite.The co-branded online game will enable players of all ages to explore open digital worlds that feature design details from both the Fortnite game and LEGO building experiences. “The LEGO Group has captivated … [Read more...] about Metaverse Licensing: The LEGO Group and Epic Games Announce New LEGO Fortnite Mode
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Nelvana Releases First Videos Based on Piñata Smashlings
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Children's studio Nelvana has produced six new Piñata Smashlings short videos in partnership with Toikido. The partnership also appears to be just the beginning for the two companies, as Nelvana says it is now working on a full animated series. Toikido is a UK-based company that created Piñata Smashlings and the 'Piñataverse' with … [Read more...] about Nelvana Releases First Videos Based on Piñata Smashlings
Barbie Fans Can Build Their Own DreamHouse on Roblox
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Barbie is now officially everywhere, entering the metaverse for the first time on Roblox with the launch of Barbie DreamHouse Tycoon. IP-owner Mattel says the new interactive game on Roblox was developed in partnership with Gamefam, a leading metaverse game developer and publisher. Gamefam specialized in creating connected experiences with … [Read more...] about Barbie Fans Can Build Their Own DreamHouse on Roblox
Hasbro Creating New NERF Experiences in The Real and Virtual Worlds
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Hasbro is creating new experiences for its NERF brand fans, with one opening in Brazil, and the other as a metaverse experience on Minecraft. The real world experience is due to open on Oct. 12 at the Beta Carrero World in Brazil, a theme park that is now opening the first-ever NERF-themed land: NERF Mania. Beto Carrero World is the … [Read more...] about Hasbro Creating New NERF Experiences in The Real and Virtual Worlds
Who’s News: Roblox and Banijay Make Key Appointments
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Roblox Corporation has appointed former Warner Media CEO Jason Kilar to the company’s board of directors. “I am honored to join Roblox, a company I have long admired and cheered from afar as they leaned into the future,” said Kilar. “Roblox is changing the way people come together and changing how creators can create delightful … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Roblox and Banijay Make Key Appointments
Piñata Smashlings Move to the Metaverse With Supersocial
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toikido has created a metaverse game for its hit toy line Piñata Smashlings with the help of developer Supersocial. Called the Piñataverse, the new multiplayer game offers players a unique social experience as they explore, capture, and train the magical pet-like Smashlings. Toikido says the idea was to create a first of its kind … [Read more...] about Piñata Smashlings Move to the Metaverse With Supersocial
Metaverse: Cirque du Soleil Creates Virtual Big Top Circus on Roblox
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world's most popular circus will now entertain fans in the metaverse, with a new Big Top experience on Roblox. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Gamefam, a leading metaverse game developer, joined forces to create Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever immersive experience on Roblox, a global immersive platform where millions of … [Read more...] about Metaverse: Cirque du Soleil Creates Virtual Big Top Circus on Roblox
Fans Flock to Falcon’s Beyond’s Virtual Theme Park on Roblox
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Falcon’s Beyond says its BEYONDLAND metaverse experience on the Roblox platform has generated significant growth since its initial debut. According to Falcon's Beyond, the BEYONDLAND gaming experience has attracted more than two million visits since its official launch in March 2023. The company has also reported that the games' online … [Read more...] about Fans Flock to Falcon’s Beyond’s Virtual Theme Park on Roblox
LEGO Hires New Staff To Lead Its $1 Billion Metaverse Venture
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief LEGO, the world's leading toy brand, has hired three new staff members to help lead its $1 billion foray into the metaverse. According to the LEGO-obsessed publications Jay's Brick Blog and Brick Fanatics LEGO has posted job openings for three new positions in its new GAME division, which is an acronym for Game, Activations & … [Read more...] about LEGO Hires New Staff To Lead Its $1 Billion Metaverse Venture
Forever 21 Launches First Metaverse-Tested Fashion Collection
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterIn partnership with Virtual Brand Group, Forever 21 is launching a real-life fashion collection inspired by items in its Shop City metaverse store on Roblox. The new F21 Metaverse Collection features hoodies, t-shirts, and accessories with elements inspired by the brand’s virtual products featured on the Shop City Roblox e-store. The collection … [Read more...] about Forever 21 Launches First Metaverse-Tested Fashion Collection