Outset Media becomes the new exclusive Canadian distributor for Qwirkle and Brainbox - All Around the World

Mindware USA has just named Outset Media as the exclusive Canadian distributor for it's top-selling games Qwirkle and Brainbox - All Around the World. These games were big sellers in the USA and fit best in a toy store, game store or book store environment.

Qwirkle
Combining well-thought strategy with quick-thinking challenges, Qwirkle is played by creating rows and columns of matching colors and shapes; since the simple play requires no reading, the whole gang can connect shapes and colors, making the strategic multiple-tile moves that earn maximum points. 108 wood blocks. 2 to 4 players. (MSRP $29.99).

Brainbox - All Around the World
BrainBox This clever new memory recall game challenges players to memorize as many details as they can in just 10 short seconds! Turn the timer over, concentrate on the card and try to memorize as many details of the picture as you can. Players then roll the die to determine which question will be asked and quiz each other on what they remember. How many stripes on the shirt? What’s the capital city? What is the name of the famous person shown? Four wonderful themes will keep young minds engaged in this fast-paced game of concentration and detail. ¦ Ages 8 and up (MSRP $24.99).

Chicago Cribbage now in stock!

Make Cribbage more fun - make it Chicago style!
Chicago Cribbage is now in stock in our Victoria, Montreal and Plattsburgh warehouses. This game should be a regular stock item in your store all year round. The great price point and compact size make it a quick and easy pickup for stocking stuffers, travel, office gifts, etc. The clamshell packaging allows for easy pegboard merchandising but I highly recommend ordering the display pack to start out. It holds ten games and really adds to the high end look of the games.

About the Game
• Ages 10+ • 2-4 Players
An exciting twist to the traditional game of cribbage, where players can demand a recut, stall their opponents, trade hands, and even prevent 'fifteens' from scoring. At the beginning of the game, each player is dealt seven special cards to be used during the game, adding a new level of strategy and fun. Have you been dealt lousy cards? No worries! Play the right card at the right time and improve your odds of winning. The card deck is hand illustrated with the 1930s art-deco gangster theme. The game does require players to have their own cribbage board for scoring. (It did not make sense to include a cribbage board with this game as Cribbage players almost always have one already.)

Contents
• Illustrated 54 card deck• 28 special cards• Instruction booklet

MSRP $12.99

A-Channel in Barrie, Ontario to feature Puppy-opoly and Pony-opoly

The A-Channel in Barrie, Ontario, will feature some of our games on the 6:00 evening news during their Toy Week, Nov 19-23. Our publicist thinks that the games the producer will pick out of the selection we sent them are Pony-opoly and Puppy-opoly. If we can get confirmation of others we'll let you know.

They also have a link to the CTA Hot Toys promo from their website.

Puppy-Opoly

Puppy-opoly is a LITTLE KID VERSION for kids 5-8.
Players adopt puppies as they make their way around the board. Woof! Woof! Little kid game play includes barking the number of treats owed when landing on a space, “high pawing” other players, balancing treats on noses. This is a younger version of a property trading game where FUN is the rule and silliness is a must! Flip the deeds over and learn a fun fact about each breed and a puppy training tip too! (Pony-opoly is also available!)

In Stock

Mayberry-Opoly

In Stock Now!

In October 1960, The Andy Griffith Show made its television debut—and, to the delight of millions worldwide, the show has been on the air ever since! Young and old alike love Mayberry’s cast of characters, timeless humor and the values the show promotes.

Mayberry-Opoly is a game celebrating this classic television show. Players buy favorite Mayberry properties, then increase their property value by collecting Bait Shops and trading them for a Big Fish. Who knows, you may win a blue ribbon for your homemade pickles, sell some jars of Miracle Salve, find your windows broken by Ernest T. Bass, or get arrested by Deputy Barney Fife!

Whether you are relaxing at the fishin’ hole or planning your escape from cell #2, Mayberry-Opoly is loaded with twists that will have everyone laughing and reminiscing about America’s favorite small town.

Lots of luck to you and yours!

Traditional Play or One Hour Version
For 2 to 6 Players, Ages 8 and Up

Stock Status of games and puzzles

There are so many new games and puzzles coming in over the next few months that I have published a list in the right-hand column of this blog, complete with estimated arrival dates. This list will be updated on an ongoing basis so, if you are waiting on something, check here or call me.

Quebec-Opoly is here!

Never before have we had a game for the la belle province that has been so eagerly anticipated. Oui, it is 100% French but it is intended for households where French is the first language and for stores across Canada that deal with French educators. The powerful graphics, the size of the market and the subject matter will make this game a strong seller. MSRP $34.99. Ships is cases of 6 games.