June 2008 New Toys — General Games

Reels & Deals: The Movie-Making Card Game by AGMAN GAMES

In this game for two to five players, participants form casts from the 60 cards featuring actors, actresses and directors that parody pop-culture characters. Players must choose from 21 scripts, raise money, and engage in bidding wars for the best talent. Launch date: June 2008. 6/19/2008 (Price: $17.95)

Pre-Algebra TRIOs by WORLD CLASS LEARNING MATERIALS INC.

This game includes 36 TRIOs cards that two to four players use to match equations to numbers, solving for unknown variables as they practive problem solving and various math skills. 6/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Portrayal by BRAINCOG INC.

This game for three to six players challenges them to replicate a complex drawing based solely on an oral description. Players are graded based on how many required elements are included in their drawings. Portrayal can also be used as an educational tool for grades 3 and up. The game takes about 45 minutes to play. Box dimensions: 12.25" x 8.25" x 3.375". 6/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wizard Junior Card Game by U.S. GAMES SYSTEMS, INC.

In this game, players win points for predicting the correct number of bids they can win, making each round more exciting. The game comes with 40 colorful cards, a custom score pad, 20 bidding disks, illustrated instructions and four Quick Rules cards. “Wizard Junior introduces kids to the ‘tricks’ of card games with fewer cards, and colors instead of suits,” U.S. Games Systems Director of Marketing Communications Lynn Araujo told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2007. 6/16/2008 (Price: $6.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Chaotic Trading Card Game Zenith of the Hive Booster Series by 4KIDS ENTERTAINMENT

With the exciting new stories centered on Illexia, the terrifying Danian Queen, Zenith of the Hive introduces new game mechanics and features new army powers including, Infection, Disarm, Defender and Element Proof as well as new twists on existing powers such as Invisibility and Hive. Zenith of the Hive adds 100 new Chaotic Cards into circulation, including 35 Creatures, 10 Battlegear, 20 Attacks, 10 Locations and 25 Mugic™. Each pack includes nine cards with two rare foil cards. Additionally, one in three booster packs will include a Parasite Token Card to track the Hive’s infestation. Launch date: April 16, 2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Halo Interactive Strategy Game by GENIUS PRODUCTS INC.

“There is not a competitor version in the marketplace,” Angela Palmieri of Genius Products Inc. told TDmonthly. Additionally, this game is the “first board game property from the multi-million dollar Halo franchise.” Launch date: August 5, 2008. 6/16/2008

Ticket to Ride for Xbox LIVE Arcade by DAYS OF WONDER

This game is designed for the Xbox, and is based on the Ticket to Ride board game. Launch date: June 2008. 6/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Over 'N Out! by AMERICAN CLASSIC TOY INC.

A classic game from the 1970s. In this memory game, each player turns one of his or her 15 pegs to reveal a number from 1 to 15. Players attempt to remember the location of each number. The first player to successfully turn over all 15 pegs in numerical order wins. This game is designed for two players. Launch date: 9/22/2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Score More by AMERICAN CLASSIC TOY INC.

Play 5 games in 1. Games include Score Four, Score Seven, Score War, Tic Tac Score, and Score More. Contents include 26 red tiles and 26 blue tiles, scoring chips, a label sheet, and instructions for all 5 games.  Launch date: 9/22/2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Super Pool - 5-in-1 by AMERICAN CLASSIC TOY INC.

Measuring 30” x 60”, the playing surface can transform to allow users to play pool, trick-pool, checkers and backgammon, and even bowl. It also comes with real pool balls, cue sticks, chalk,a  felt surface and a rack. The table features a removable vinyl surface and legs that can be removed for easy storage and transport. Launch date: To premier at the Dallas Fall Toy Preview, Oct. 14th-17th, 2008. 6/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wonder Jet by AMERICAN CLASSIC TOY INC.

The Wonder Jet lets kids feel as if they’re real pilots. Features such as red port and green starboard lights that blink on the wings and tail, a built-in vibrator under the seat to simulate the feeling of take-off, landing and turbulence and real jet take-off and landing sounds that are activated by the movement of the child, enhance the flying experience. The Wonder Jet also comes with safety features such as a seat belt, lean-limits, and automatic shut-off when not in use after 60 seconds. Additionally, the Turret contains a hydraulic piston that can be raised and lowered to allow the product to grow with the child (up to 200 pounds). Launch date: 2009; to premier at the Dallas Fall Toy Preview, Oct. 14-17, 2008. 6/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Charlie & Lola Mix and Match by RIX PRODUCTS LLC

The mix and match game features characters and icons from the “Charlie & Lola” show. “Every kid will enjoy playing matching with Lola!” Alauna Sallis, vice president of operations at Rix Products LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $5.99)

Charlie & Lola Pink Milk Game by RIX PRODUCTS LLC

The board game has kids moving tokens of Charlie, Lola, Marv or Lotta around the board and collecting pink milk cards, while keeping a watchful eye on the pesky tigers that will attempt to drink up everyone’s pink milk. “The Pink Milk Game was created to be played within 15 minutes (the amount of time a pre-school age child would be able to tolerate) yet be enjoyable to parents and kids alike,” Alauna Sallis, vice president of operations at Rix Products LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $9.99)

Family Talk by AROUND THE TABLE®

Each deck of 100 cards is attached to a carabineer clip for easy transport. Simply pick a card, ask the question and get a surprising glimpse into the hearts and minds of family members. Questions such as “What was dinnertime like when you were young?” offer players a surprising glimpse into the hearts and minds of family members. Diverse topics reveal surprising answers, even from hard-to-talk-to teens.

Past Videos:
Product Demonstration ( Watch Video) 6/16/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Clickables™ Fairy Collections by TECHNO SOURCE

The Clickables technology enables girls to extend their virtual playtime in the Disney online virtual world, Fairies Pixie Hollow. Girls can bring the fun offline with friends, into the real world, with patent-pending technology. Launch date: Fall 2008. 6/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Teddy Game by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

The game offers four different game variations, allowing kids to search for, collect and combine clothes. The game teaches children matching skills and how to take turns. This item is a 2008 iParenting Media Excellent Products Award winner. 6/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Family Dinner Box of Questions by THE BOX GIRLS

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A great family game! Family Dinners are great moments waiting to happen. Dinnertime is a chance to connect over a meal, enjoy laughter and a great story. Pick a card and let the fun begin. The Family Dinner Box of Questions are designed to help families get the most out of this simple but age-old tradition. A portion of the proceeds from sale of this product is donated to The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University CASA.

52 round questions cards in an attractive 5" x 3.5" satin ribbon-wrapped container. Some questions include:

What is your favorite time of the day?
What qualities do you look for in a friend?
Which teacher or coach had the most impact on you? 6/10/2008

The Truth or Dare Box of Questions by THE BOX GIRLS

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The Truth or Dare Box of Questions. Be Bold and Brave! The newest version of the oldest game.  A cool new spin on your favorite game. Are you Ready to Reveal that Surprising Truth? Or do you want to Risk it all with a Wacky Dare? This box is spinning with Adventure, Fun, Excitement and Laughs! Reveal your Secrets! Test your Courage! Ages: 12+.

52 Round Question Cards in an Attractive 5" x 3.5" Carrying Container. Includes truth or dare game spinner.

Dare: Place two ice cubes in each sock and sing "It's getting hot in here."
Truth: If you could get everyone to stop saying one phrase forever, what would it be and who here overuses that phrase.
Dare: Laugh really loud nonstop for thirty seconds.
Truth: What is the lamest movie that made you cry? 6/10/2008

The Slumber Party Box of Questions by THE BOX GIRLS

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2 Fun 2 Sleep! The Slumber Party Box of Questions is guaranteed to make each guest the talk of the party. Get the 411 on all of your BFF's. Ages: 8+. Also available in Mini size for when you're on the go. 52 Round Question Cards in an Attractive 5" x 3.5" Satin Ribbon Wrapped Container.

A great gab game to get everyone talking and keeping your party from being a snore with questions such as:

( Watch Video) 6/10/2008

Doko Disk by NSI INTERNATIONAL INC.

These collectible discs connect to a virtual world on the Dokodrop website, which tracks the location of the discs as trades are made and entered. Players can also safely chat, message and play hundreds of free games. The discs are 40 mm wide and 6 mm thick, and include an eight-digit, laser-etched Doko ID. A Doko can be traded up to five times after it is initially registered, and online points, which can be used on the website or for real-life discounts, are awarded as the Doko is registered by additional people. The company calls Doko the "world's first global trading game." Doko "combines the fun of trading and collecting with a safe, social network that lets tweens safely communicate with other Doko players around the world," Brian Waldman of Mammoth Toys, a division of NSI International, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2008. 6/5/2008 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Classic Bingo Game by SCHYLLING

This game includes an 8”-tall rotary cage with a random ball selector, plastic numbered balls, 18 reusable Bingo cards, about 150 colored chip markers and a call sheet. It comes in a box.
— Classic toys are popular at the Lollipop Shop in Jonesborough, Tenn., and Kiawah Island, S.C., and this game is no exception, said Co-owner Jeff Gurley in spring 2008. 6/4/2008 (Price: $14.99)

Floating Ball Game by SCHYLLING

Kids simply blow through the pipe and the ball begins to float. The game comes with two balls.
— This game was listed as a top-10 best seller by Co-owner Jeff Gurley of the Lollipop Shop, in Jonesborough, Tenn., and Kiawah Island, S.C., in the spring of 2008. 6/4/2008 (Price: $2.99)

EmotrionsOnCards™ by TRIANGOL STRATEGY SL

The emotional intelligence card game features cards that represent emotions such as love, sadness, fury, hungry and indecision. Positive emotions win players points, while negative ones detract points. There are various levels, advanced rules, tournament rules and rules for an alternate game. Since “everyone at any age is interested in the emotional battlefield in some way, this is the perfect game to bring the family [together]…sharing at least a genuine theme of common interest,” Triangol Strategy SL Director Rolando S. Buenavilla told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2004. 6/4/2008 (Price: $11.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zen Benders - Race Track by OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING

Select a challenge card and flip and slide the special ZenBender dice to recreate the pattern. With three levels of difficulty and 36 different patterns, there’s a challenge for everyone. Three other varieties are available: Dachshund, Dragon and Quilt. 6/4/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zen Benders - Dragon by OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING

Select a challenge card and flip and slide the special ZenBender dice to recreate the pattern. With three levels of difficulty and 36 different patterns, there’s a challenge for everyone. Three other varieties are available: Dachshund, Quilt and Race Track. 6/4/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]