New York Toy Fair 2019: TOMY

By Justin D Williams

TOMY has something for everyone this year with some HOT new brands, like WWE and Doodle Bear, as well as its classic brands like Lamaze and John Deere. TOMY is back in action in 2019 with a partnership with WWE, the internationally-recognized and highly-sought-after intellectual property, to create a line of battling toys. Get ready for some unique battle play, infused with an element of surprise. Retro toys are hot and TOMY is excited to bring the heat with the return of Doodle Bear. The all-new Doodle Bear is refreshed and reimagined for how kids play today. The youngest members of the family will enjoy an all new line that features a quirky parade of pals that makes learning animal sounds amazingly silly. And Lamaze continues to expand their line as the flagship developmental infant brand sure to please babies and parents alike. Start your engines because TOMY is rolling out an all-new collectible, vehicle-based line designed just for girls, as well as all-new John Deere vehicles for the farmer in all of us—and much more!

New York Toy Fair 2019: iCaddy

New York Toy Fair 2019: iCaddy

iCaddy is a universal mobile device stand for tablets (including iPad and Kindle Fire) and smart phones. It includes a USB power bank, a charging cable and premium earbuds. All pieces are stored compactly in built-in storage compartments (never lose your ear buds again!) and it’s foldable, so it fits neatly in a backpack. Tablet battery life can be extended by up to 60% while phones can be completely recharged with the powerful 2600mAh battery pack.

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Medal of Honor (Videogame Flashback)

Medal of Honor (Videogame Flashback)

Medal of Honor is a 1999 first-person shooter video game, developed by DreamWorks Interactive and published by Electronic Arts for PlayStation. It is the first installment in the Medal of Honor video game series. The story was created by film director and producer Steven Spielberg.

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Mad Stalker: Full Metal Force (Videogame Flashback)

Mad Stalker: Full Metal Force (Videogame Flashback)

Mad Stalker: Full Metal Force is a mecha beat 'em up game developed by Fill-in Café (the same folks behind Asuka 120% Burning Fest. series and Panzer Bandit) and published by FamilySoft that never left the shores of Japan. It was released in 1994 for the Sharp X68000.

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Gundam Battle Assault (Videogame Flashback)

Gundam Battle Assault (Videogame Flashback)

Gundam Battle Assault is a 2-D fighter game that's based on the Gundum Wing anime series. Assume the role of Heero Yuy as he battles various bad guys from the TV series. Players can choose different battle suits, each of which has different features and attacks. Gameplay includes the ability to fly over opponents and attack them while in midair.

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Sonic Adventure DX (Videogame Flashback)

Sonic Adventure DX (Videogame Flashback)

An ancient evil lurking within the Master Emerald has been unleashed from its slumber by the devious Dr. Eggman and is on the verge of becoming the ultimate monster using the 7 Chaos Emeralds. Only Sonic and his friends are heroic enough to put a stop to Dr. Eggman and his evil minions.

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Luna Haruna at Sony's "Lost in Music" Pop-Up Experience

Luna Haruna at Sony's "Lost in Music" Pop-Up Experience

Sony Lost in Music contiunue with a night of J-Pop with artist Luna Haruna. With several popular anime theme songs such as "Sword Art Online", the "Monogatrari" series and "Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend" in her repertoire, Luna Haruna has become a fully fledged Anisong artiste.

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Jet Set Radio (Videogame Flashback)

Jet Set Radio (Videogame Flashback)

Tag, grind, and trick to the beat in SEGA’s hit game Jet Set Radio! Fight for control of Tokyo-to, mark your turf with graffiti, tag walls, billboards, and even rival gang members! Perform tricks and flips on magnetically driven in-line skates, but watch out for the local police force!

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Otakus & Geeks Essential Anime Episode 38: Blackjack The Movie

Otakus & Geeks Essential Anime Episode 38: Blackjack The Movie

Black Jack may not have a medical license, but that hasn't stopped him from becoming the world's most in-demand surgeon. Blessed with inhuman medical abilities, he operates for hire for anyone who has enough money. But in addition to curing those who are ill, he has another mission: to protect humanity from a race of superhuman beings who want to destroy mankind. Using his medical skills, Black Jack works to discover where these evil beings came from and how they can be stopped.

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Otakus & Geeks: Essential Anime Episode 37 - Lily C.A.T.

Otakus & Geeks: Essential Anime Episode 37 - Lily C.A.T.

In this sci-fi anime, a space voyage goes horribly wrong for a crew when they discover a sinister criminal onboard. A mystery member of the crew, a prisoner looking to escape Earth at all costs, is leaking a deadly virus that kills the team off one by one. Can they uncover the criminal's identity before it is too late?

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Dragon Ball Super: Broly (Review)

Dragon Ball Super: Broly (Review)

A planet destroyed, a powerful race reduced to nothing. After the devastation of Planet Vegeta, three Saiyans were scattered among the stars, destined for different fates. While two found a home on Earth, the third was raised with a burning desire for vengeance and developed an unbelievable power. And the time for revenge has come. Destinies collide in a battle that will shake the universe to its very core! Goku is back to training hard so he can face the most powerful foes the universes have to offer, and Vegeta is keeping up right beside him. But when they suddenly find themselves against an unknown Saiyan, they discover a terrible, destructive force. Locked into battle with the formidable Broly, Goku and Vegeta face their most dangerous opponent yet! 

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Crazy Taxi (Videogame Flashback)

Crazy Taxi (Videogame Flashback)

Hey hey, come on over and have some fun with Crrrrrazy Taxi! Barrel through traffic packed streets, hurdle off parking garages, and Crazy Combo your way to Crazy Money in a wild frantic race to scare up the most fares. In Crazy Taxi, time is money, and only the Craziest Cabbies come out victorious.

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