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THE END...? Nov 11, 2019

Well, we finally say goodbye to the Toys For Games podcast, as we move on to another chapter...

Episode 127 - Breakfast of Champions Dec 01, 2017

Episode 127 might still be hungover from the Thanksgiving holiday, but we're back with a roundup of all the news from the toys-to-life genre since our last show!

First we start with our normal banter, and do some VERY SPOILERY movie reviews. Eventually we get to the meat and potatoes of the show, starting off with the reincarnation of the Disney Infinity art style. We then cover Skylanders franchise news, before putting an official end to LEGO Dimensions. Finally, we break down the latest in amiibo, including the most anticipated cereal to date!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 127 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: Macing On Gaming)
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 126 - Goodbye, LEGO Dimensions Oct 20, 2017

Episode 126 is an episode we never wanted to do, but we've seen coming for quite some time. Unfortunately, the cancellation of LEGO Dimensions is all but a formality now, despite the formal announcement probably never happening.

First we start with our normal banter, to lighten the mood a bit. Then we get right into breaking down the most recent story of LEGO Dimensions being killed off quietly without any fanfare - just as we have been predicting for months now. We wrap up the news with all the upcoming amiibo releases, such as Fire Emblem, Super Mario Odyssey, and Zelda: Breath of the Wild figures!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 126 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: Macing On Gaming)
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 125 - The Changing Landscape Sep 27, 2017

Episode 125 is delivered as promised, with Jason rejoining the show after a trip to the fair. Last week we may have only talked Pokemon, but we're back to business this week, covering the latest news from the toys-to-life franchises!

First we talk about the exciting news from the Skylanders, with the release of the last Imaginators figure. Then we cover the Wave 9 release from LEGO Dimensions. And finally, we talk about upcoming amiibo and amiibo support in games, as well as the SNES classic.

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 125 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 124 - Got Any of That Stardust? Sep 22, 2017

Episode 124 is a very special episode, as we toss all of the toys-to-life news aside and get down to the really important issues and topics ... Pokemon! That's right, this show is all about Pokemon this week! Better yet, we are joined by two of the best in the business, Ken and Adam from the Gotta Watch'em All podcast!

For a majority of the episode, we talk about all the highs and lows of Pokemon GO, which is still going strong. We also touch upon Pokemon Rumble U, and Pokken Tournament DX as well.

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 124 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 123 - Let's Get Down To Business Sep 08, 2017

Episode 123 was a long time coming, but thanks to the summer drought of news and information, as well as impossibly busy schedules, the wait for this episode was much longer than anticipated. Never fear, however, because we're back, and possibly better than before!

After the normal banter that starts every show, we get down to business. First, we talk about - shockingly - Disney Infinity, and more of what could have been. Then we laugh about the unpredictable Skylanders marketing team. We then break down the upcoming release of Wave 9 for LEGO Dimensions, and what that means for the franchise. And finally, we talk about the news regarding amiibo, including the newly announce Shovel Knight amiibo!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 123 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 122 - #ReleaseTheJellyfish Jul 28, 2017

Episode 122 is our first show since the big amiibo release and Beasts of Balance Kickstarter launch, but all we really want to talk about tonight is Jason's trip to Southern California for the D23 Expo and Disneyland vacation!

First, Jason breaks down the highs and lows of his travel, his time at the parks, and the insanity that was the D23 Expo. When we get down to the news of the industry, we skip over Skylanders and LEGO Dimensions, as neither franchise has anything to report on. We jump over to amiibo, and break down the recent release wave of figures. Then we break down the newest tidbits from Lightseekers. And finally, we break down the incredible Beasts of Balance Kickstarter campaign, which they are totally crushing, and we plead ... #ReleaseTheJellyfish!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 122 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 121 - Balancing More Beasts Jul 11, 2017

Episode 121 marks the return of everyone's favorite co-host, Jason Grier! We were lucky enough to catch him right before he heads out to California and the D23 Expo, so you know what that means - tons of fun to be had by all!

First we talk about the shutting down of the Skylanders Battlecast servers. Then we discuss all the upcoming amiibo to be released, and where to find them all on release day. We also congratulate the Lightseekers team on the official launch of the figures and accessories. And finally, we discuss and hype up the new Beasts of Balance Kickstarter campaign!!!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 121 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 120 - The Hunt Is Back On! Jun 30, 2017

Episode 120 features a slightly different lineup of hosts, as Jason was unable to make it to this show, so fan favorite Matt Sonnenberg stepped up and volunteered to fill the shoes of the fallen co-host!

First we talk about Skylanders, and what we're still waiting for from them. Then we chatted about the continued silence of LEGO Dimensions. When we get to amiibo, it's time to celebrate the return of the amiibo madness and what this means for the entire genre! Finally, we chat about the upcoming Beasts of Balance Battle game, as well as the official launch of figures and accessories in Toys"R"Us this weekend of Lightseekers!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 120 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 119 - Ninten-does It Again @ E3 Jun 16, 2017

Episode 119 is recorded right on the heels of E3 2017, where tons of toys-to-life figures and games were shown off and discussed, getting the community of collectors excited all over again. While we weren't down in LA to experience the fun first hand, we hope this episode will still do justice to previous E3 episodes we've done!

First we talk about Skylanders, which got a mention from the big boss of Activision himself, giving some hope to the fanbase. We discuss the E3 presence for LEGO Dimensions, and what their continued silence of Year 3 might mean. We break down the 13 new amiibo announced by Nintendo, which was plenty of excitement for all fans. We touched on some news regarding Beasts of Balance and Lightseekers, and then ran down everything we know about the newly announced toys-to-life game from Ubisoft, STARLINK!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 119 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 118 - We Sold A House Jun 02, 2017

Episode 118 is a special episode, for so many reasons. For one, it marks the return of Matt "Matty Nice" Sonnenberg back to the show. And secondly, we celebrate the success that we had as a team in selling a house. That's right ... we sold a house!

First we talk about Skylanders, including the last known character popping up all over the globe. Then we break down the next, and possibly final, LEGO Dimensions wave that was recently announced. We discuss some hot amiibo rumors. And finally, we dive in deep to the Lightseekers card game!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 118 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 117 - No Underscore May 16, 2017

Episode 117 is back to our tried and true form, as we start off the show with a whole bunch of random banter, about everything from the NBA Draft Lottery, to Mother's Day celebrations, big babies, and the Olive Garden. Eventually, we get to all the news from the toys-to-life genre, including the loss of an underscore!

First we talk about Skylanders, specifically about the newest rumor floating around. Then we discuss upcoming amiibo releases and restocks. We cover the Wave 8 launch of LEGO Dimensions, as well as some new LEGO games being developed. And finally, we talk about Lightseekers losing the underscore and the excitement of soon to be delivered starter packs!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 117 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 116 - We Are Groot May 06, 2017

Episode 116 is classic Toys For Games After Dark fun, with a late Friday night recording session, a handful of news to cover, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 on the mind - and in our hearts. First thing's first, however, as we cover the crazy world of collectable popcorn tins, for reasons no one can really explain. We are Groot, after all.

First we talk about Skylanders, including the two newest releases to hit store shelves in Targets across the land. We remind you all that a new wave of LEGO Dimensions is being released next week as well, including the much coveted LEGO City Undercover pack. We discuss Best Buy getting a couple of exclusive amiibo figures, which rounds out the known upcoming amiibo releases. And finally, we celebrate the first phase of Lightseekers being released, with the cards being sold in Toys"R"Us stores as well as on Amazon.

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 116 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 115 - There's a Story to be Told Apr 22, 2017

Episode 115 might not be rich with heavy-hitting news like last week, but that doesn't mean it's not rich with fun, excitement and humor! Despite not having much to talk about, there is one huge story to cover. As with all good mysteries, there is a story to be told here!

First we talk about LEGO Dimensions, and what to expect in the upcoming wave. Then we cover a little bit of amiibo info, as we're still waiting to find out about some retail exclusives. From there, we jump into Lightseekers, which is getting more and more exciting by the week. And finally, we dive in to the fascinating story of the Skylanders Thrillipede release, which is the most mind-boggling release ever.

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 115 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 114 - Are They Crazy Enough? Apr 14, 2017

Well, guess what? The amiibo hype train has pulled back into the station, and we're all aboard. Choo choooooo! Episode 114 marks the return for us, and what a week to come back to! And better yet, we invite SCL Matt on to the show, just to try us help answer the burning question ... are they crazy enough to do what we think they might?

First, we talked a little LEGO Dimensions, which to be honest, wasn't much. Then we broke down all the latest Skylanders news and discussed the newest content added to the game. The meat and potatoes of this episode, however, was breaking down all the hot amiibo news and predictions, and honestly, it feels just really good to be this excited about amiibo once again! Finally, we wrap up with some discussion about the up and coming Lightseekers franchise!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 114 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 113 - We Are So Sorry Apr 01, 2017

We are so sorry...

Executive Producers:Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 112 - Wild Amiibo of Hyrule Mar 22, 2017

Episode 112 might have been a slow news week, but that didn't stop us from having fun! We chatted about Butterbeer ice cream, Beauty and the Beast, Tom Brady's jersey, and so much more. But really, the meat and potatoes was all about the wild amiibo of Hyrule, for Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

First, we tried making sense of the missing Cursed Tiki Temple for Skylanders. Then we broke down more rumors about LEGO Dimensions, and talked about some fun packs breaking exclusivity. We SWITCHED over to amiibo, talking about a weird Breath of the Wild glitch, as well as the soon to be release Mario Sports Stars amiibo cards. We also covered the Kickstarter campaigns of SwapBots and Oniri Islands, which are both doing great!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 112 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers:Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 112 Mar 22, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Still no Cursed Tiki Temple for Skylanders
LEGO Dimensions Fun Packs break exclusivity
Zelda amiibo broken by Daylight Saving's Time
Kickstarters doing well

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 111 - A Magical Engagement Mar 16, 2017

Episode 111 marked the return of the expert himself, Jason, as he made his way back to the podcast after a long and magical vacation. Going to Disney World is awesome, but doing so immediately after becoming engaged to the love of your life? That's something special.

After hearing all about the magical engagement, we finally get to the news. We break down the curious mystery of the Cursed Tiki Temple from Skylanders Imaginators, how great Nintendo is doing with amiibo recently, and the elephant in the room, the newest rumors and information about the possibility of LEGO Dimensions being cancelled.

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 109 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers:Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 111 Mar 16, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

The Cursed Tiki Temple is missing in Skylanders
Nintendo doing all the right things with amiibo
More LEGO Dimensions rumors about cancellation

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 110 - Augmenting Your Reality Mar 16, 2017

Episode 110 was a little different, as it turned out to be a one-on-one sit-down interview instead of the normal show. Josh sat down with Phil from SwapBots, and they talked all about the new upcoming game, how Augmented Reality is evolving the toys-to-life genre, and so much more!

CHECK OUT SWAPBOTS ON KICKSTARTER!

Executive Producers:Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 109 - Switchmas Eve Mar 03, 2017

For Episode 109, Jason is MIA so we turn to a returning co-host to help push the show along and make it fun and enjoyable - Valerie Striplin! As per the norm, nothing about the show goes quite as planned, but thankfully Val brings her enthusiasm and bubbly personality, her jokes, and yes, even her grudges, and lays them all out on the line for this episode, which is on Switchmas Eve!

First we say goodbye to the online servers for Disney Infinity, before chatting about the new wave of Skylanders Imaginators to hit store shelves. Then we break down the rumors of LEGO Dimensions and why that game hits our nostalgia so perfectly. We wrap up with some boastful amiibo discussions, as well as some Lightseekers and SwapBots news!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 109 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 108 - Pre-Boarding Nachos Feb 22, 2017

For Episode 108, we start off by learning a very, very valuable life lesson that everyone can appreciate. Eating a giant plate of nachos only a couple of hours before boarding an airplane is NOT a good idea, in any way, shape, or form. Of course, we only learn this because Jason took a bullet for the entire community, and we couldn’t thank him enough for his sacrifices this past weekend.

Even though we didn’t allow for a full week’s news cycle, we still do our best to bring you an episode full of every bit of news we can. We chat about playing LEGO Dimensions in movie theaters in Canada, Skylanders Switch Starter Packs in the wild, and the awesomeness of the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild amiibo. Most importantly, however, we break down and explain the HUGE announcement of the partnership between Toys”R”Us and Lightseekers, bringing the upcoming game to retail store shelves!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 108 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 108 Feb 22, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Disney Infinity Community Game Nights
LEGO Dimensions at the movies
Skylanders on Switch
Breath of the Wild amiibo functionality
Lightseekers partners with Toys"R"Us!!!

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 107 - LEGO Batman & Life Choices Feb 17, 2017

For Episode 107, we decided to class the joint up a bit. With the release of the LEGO Batman Story Pack for LEGO Dimensions, it only made sense to invite a special guest on to the show who knows plenty about not just the game, but a variety of other things, such as (but not limited to): The Fast and the Furious, wrangling Kevins, community management, and especially, The Rock. As far as life choices, however, Joey Noelle from Kinda Funny may have a bit of work to do.

That’s right, we got the Kinda Funny Community Manager to join us this episode, as Joey Noelle brought her immense love for LEGO Dimensions, as well as plenty of laughs and good conversation, to make for one awesome show. After getting to know Joey better and chatting about a myriad of topics, we eventually covered the news for the toys-to-life community. We chatted about Fire Emblem amiibo, a new Skylanders Imaginators patch released, our Disney Infinity Community Game Nights, and the finally-revealed packaging for Lightseekers!

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 107 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 107 Feb 17, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Disney Infinity Community Game Nights
Fire Emblem amiibo gain usefulness
Skylanders Imaginators patch
LEGO Batman The Movie comes to Dimensions
Lightseekers packaging revealed

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 106 - Trouble in Skylands Feb 10, 2017

For Episode 106, we couldn’t even think about recording until the big meeting in Activision HQ took place, as the fate of the Skylanders franchise hung in the balance. Once the dust settled, however, we jumped right in, bringing not only the Skylanders update, but every other bit of news from the toys-to-life genre, to the show for you, the listening audience. Skylands may be in trouble, but Toys For Games is not!

We kick off the show discussing Jason’s globetrotting plans (what’s new), and his birthday, which just so happens to be celebrated by the holiday of love as well. When we get to the news, we start off with a recap of the Disney Infinity community game nights, before discussing the release of LEGO Dimensions Wave 7.5. Then we chat about some amiibo, and invite a couple of special guests on - in the middle of the show, without any warning! From there, we gush about the handcrafted Space Eagle from Beasts of Balance. Finally, we break down the big Skylanders news from Activision’s investor’s meeting today, and what it possibly means for the fate of the franchise.

In the back half of the episode, we read through all the tweets for the #CommunityQuestion, and pick a winner for the #ResponseOfTheWeek giveaway. Finally, we wrap up with several great emails from the great folks in the community, doing our best to answer all questions thrown our way!

All this and more on Episode 106 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 106 Feb 10, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Disney Infinity Community Game Nights
Cool handcrafted Beasts of Balance figures
Release of LEGO Dimensions Wave 7.5
BoxBoy! amiibo
The current state of Skylanders

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 105 - You Say March, I Say May Feb 03, 2017

In Episode 105, Jason makes his triumphant return to the show, just in time to help discuss a whole bunch of news from the toys-to-life genre. BUt first, we have to do what we do best - go on tangents! What decent episode of the Toys For Game ‘Cast wouldn’t have any good tangents, right? Oh, and we also have this weird problem trying to figure out how to pronounce this one specific word. Some folks say “March” while others say “May”. It’s really strange.

When we start getting into the news (believe me, we do), we start off with a full rundown of the upcoming Disney Infinity Community Game Nights, which hopefully we serve as the last hoorah for the game we all love and adore before the servers official shut down. We then discuss the big Skylanders news in regards to their Netflix show. In LEGO Dimensions, we get hung up on the official reveal of Wave 8.

We also chat about some upcoming amiibo and some teases of possible amiibo in the works. Also, despite not being able to talk about almost anything, we say all that can be said about the top secret Lightseekers figures in Jason’s possession. So many secrets!

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 105!

Executive Producer: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 105 Feb 03, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Disney Infinity Community Game Nights
Skylanders Academy gets a third season
Weird LEGO Dimensions release of waves
Possible new amiibo
Top secret Lightseekers stuff

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 104 - Switch It Up Jan 27, 2017

Breaking from the norm is crucial to keeping the community on their toes, and when we decide to switch it up for a change, we go all the way with it. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Jason was unable to make the show for Episode 104, which meant we had to pull up the unofficial third member of the podcasting team to the coveted co-hosting chair … Matt Sonnenberg! Who expected that switch, huh?

Because of the very successful Second Annual Toys For Games Award Show held last week, it has actually been two weeks since we dumped a truckload of toys-to-life news on the listening audience. Episode 104 didn’t hold anything back, as news from all the major franchises - yes, EVEN Disney Infinity - needed to be talked about and broken down on this show! We talked about Avalanche Studios, Hermione being shown off in LEGO Dimensions for the first time, Skylanders anchoring the Nintendo Switch launch, and all the new and exciting amiibo news to break over the last couple of weeks.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 104!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 103 - Second Annual Toys For Games Awards Jan 20, 2017

As we celebrate the second anniversary of the Toys For Games 'Cast, we host the Second Annual Toys For Games Awards, where we celebrate the toys-to-life genre and the amazing community! We laugh, we cry, we rejoice ... and we hand out tons of awards to the franchises, communities, and people that continue to make this genre incredible. Sit back and enjoy!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 102 - A Love Story Jan 11, 2017

The best use of lemons is to make lemonade, and that’s exactly what we do with a slow news week here at Toys For Games. Acting as a pre-show to the Second Annual Toys For Games Awards next week, and in the middle of what is typically a slower time for news, the highlight of Episode 102 easily has to be the passion and electricity for what turns out to be a true love story.

Starting off in the news, we discuss the continued confusing nature that is the Disney lawyers, Skylanders day at GameStop this coming weekend, a bizarre sale of LEGO Dimensions, the long wait for the Switch announcement on Thursday, and the awesome looking Lightseekers beta figures. But most importantly, we wax poetic about the best looking figure in the history of Skylanders - Pain-Yatta! Yes, Pain-Yatta is BAE, no questions asked.

We also break down every single category and all the nominees for the Second Annual Toys For Games Awards, to be held on January 19th. There were a few categories and nominees that needed a bit more explanation than the voting page explains, so we took the time, as the last show before the Awards, to lay it all out for you, the community.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 102!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 102 Jan 11, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Disney lawyers are perplexing
Skylanders Day at GameStop
LEGO Dimensions fo 99 cents
All quiet on the amiibo front ... for now
Lightseekers beta figures look AWESOME

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 101 - Toys Gone Rogue Jan 05, 2017

We’re back and better than before! Okay, maybe that might be debatable, but after a couple week hiatus because of family, the holidays, and travel, the world’s number one toys-to-life podcast has returned in its purest form! The break was much needed, but it came with a price, as the rust from not recording weekly definitely shows. Regardless of the side of the hill we flew into multiple times, we kick off 2017 with a bang, as we discuss plenty of toys, some of which have gone rogue.

After catching up with each other, since we haven’t spoken in what feels like forever, we eventually get down to the news, which started off with the biggest surprise of the new year thus far. That’s right, we got some Disney Infinity news to talk about, and it was a treat for sure. We also check in with the familiar franchises of LEGO Dimensions and Skylanders, as well as discussing Nintendo’s upcoming plans. Also, less we not forget the newcomers to the news cycle, as we discuss Beasts of Balance, Toyji, Lightseekers, and present a new product to keep an eye out for in 2017, PlayTable.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We skip the Inquire This! segment this week, sadly. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 101!

Executive Producers:

Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 101 Jan 05, 2017

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

A Rogue One character for Disney Infinity
LEGO Dimensions upcoming waves explained
Pain-Yatta FINALLY coming to Skylanders Imaginators
What's to come for amiibo with the Switch
Beasts of Balance continues to impress
Lightseekers handles their first leak like PROS

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 100 - THANK YOU!!! Dec 15, 2016

This episode is for you. We wouldn't be here without all of you supporting us for this long. We had fun with Episode 100, but more importantly, we hope you have fun as well. Thank you for everything in helping us reach this milestone. We don't deserve the love you all have for us and this community, and we're eternally humbled and grateful for it.

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 99 - Problems but a Box Ain't One Dec 09, 2016

Well, we’ve done it. We’ve reached the final episode in the double-digits, as we make the home stretch towards the big Episode 100! As per the norm for this time of the year, exciting news items are hard to come by, but that’s never stopped us before. Aside from talking about amiibo boxes, and BOXBOY amiibo, we also cover the hard-hitting topics, like McDonald’s Holiday Pies, cross-country traveling, and the best cookies in the world. Look, we may have 99 problems, but a box ain’t one.

Getting to the news round-up, we discuss the full release of Wave 3 for Skylanders, and some more evidence pointing towards the end of the game as we know it. We also talk about the relaunch of Marceline the Vampire Queen for LEGO Dimensions. We break down the functionality of the Legend of Zelda amiibo in Breath of the Wild, as well as the newly announced BOXBOY amiibo. Oh, and there might be a little soapbox moment regarding the box art for upcoming amiibo. Also, we give our continued congratulations to Beasts of Balance for so many wonderful reviews coming through about the game since launch.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We skip the Inquire This! segment this week, sadly. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 99!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 99 Dec 09, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Skylanders Wave 3 completely out
Marceline the Vampire Queen is fixed
BOXBOY amiibo announced
Great reviews for Beasts of Balance

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski(Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 98 - Bring Back the Dragons! Nov 30, 2016

With a vacation and the Thanksgiving holiday, we ended up taking a little break from recording, meaning Episode 98 was almost two weeks in the making. And trust us when we say, we missed you all dearly, but the break was much needed. Besides, in the gap between episodes, tons of stuff happened in the toys-to-life genre, including a huge rumor that could spell the end of a beloved franchise, but also might mean that a certain company brings back the dragons.

We start the show by catching up on what we’ve missed the last couple of weeks, including our Thanksgiving holidays and a trip to Southern California to visit friend of the show Brett, Disneyland, and Universal Studios. A lot has happened in our lives since the last episode, and while most of it has nothing to do with the toys-to-life topics, it was important for us to get our groove back, as they say.

Getting to the news round-up, we start off by talking about the elephant in the room, Skylanders. With a separated Wave 3 slowly making its way to retailers, and a new chase variant being discovered, the biggest news came in the form of a credible rumor detailing the alleged cancellation of the Skylanders franchise. While it is still a rumor, and should be taken with a grain of salt, we do our best to breakdown what we know, don’t know, and expect from the allegations.

After that, we break down the upcoming release of the four Legend of Zelda amiibo this coming Friday. We also discuss the success rate of fans getting Green Arrow figures for LEGO Dimensions, as well the unpredictability of Arthur Parsons. Finally, we gush non-stop about Beasts of Balance, which we finally have in our hands, because it’s so beautiful, and amazing, and fun, and thrilling, and … did I say beautiful? Yeah, Beasts of Balance is everything we hoped for, and then some.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener (or two!) a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We skip the Inquire This! segment this week, sadly. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 98!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 98 Nov 30, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

The possible cancelation of Skylanders
Upcoming release of Zelda amiibo
Green Arrows are overflowing
Beasts of Balance is finally HERE!!!

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 97 - Time to Talk about Toyji Nov 15, 2016

Yes, we did just do a show just a couple of days ago. No, we aren’t crazy to put out a turn-and-burn episode so quickly afterwards. Despite not having a bunch of news to fill our time on this episode, we decide to do you - the listening audience - one better and give you a very special episode. In Episode 97, we talk to the creators and developers of an exciting new entrant into the toys-to-life genre, called Toyji, which is aiming its innovative and unique blend of gaming and education towards a younger audience that hasn’t been reached out to properly … until now.

We kick off the show by getting to know the Toyji team, diving into what makes this new toys-to-life game the first smart toy platform out there. We learn about the customizable characters, the innovative game pad, the game world itself, and why exactly the target demographic for Toyji - families with kids ages 3-8 - should be excited about their upcoming Kickstarter campaign. For all the information regarding Toyji, check out their website, and be sure to sign up for their mailing list!

Getting to the news of the week(end), we discuss why the Lightseekers team has a tank, and a crazy idea for a Beasts of Balance expansion. We also chat about the Super Mario Maker 3DS port dropping amiibo support, and the Classic NES hysteria. We break down the final Skylanders Imaginator glam shots to be released and an impending Jingle Bell Chompy Mage release (among others!). Finally, the biggest news yet, is the release of Green Arrow - FOR FREE - to GameStop customers on Black Friday buying ANY LEGO Dimensions product. How cool is that?!

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We skip the Inquire This! segment this week, sadly. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 97!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 97 Nov 15, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

A teaser for our Toyji interview
No amiibo support for Super Mario Maker 3DS
Final Skylanders Imaginators revealed (sort of)
Free Green Arrow for LEGO Dimensions

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 96 - Black Friday Will Be Lit Nov 11, 2016

What better distraction from the world around us then a podcast all about toys and video games? Well, Episode 96 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast is exactly what you need. As we speed ahead faster and faster towards Thanksgiving - and of course Black Friday - we break down all the upcoming deals in the toys-to-life franchises, and trust me, the genre is going to be lit on Black Friday, as the cool kids would say.

We start off with the “Jason’s Crazy Life” segment, before giving out thanks to all the help and support for the Extra Life 24-hour stream. When we get down to the news, we start off with the first (and only) look at what would have been the Beauty and the Beast figures for Disney Infinity. Then we break down the upcoming sales for LEGO Dimensions, and talk about the potential look of the Hermione Granger figure.

Then we break down the awesome job of the Lightseekers team to finish their Kickstarter campaign strong, as well as check in on the shipping of Bests of Balance games. Heading back to Black Friday, we break down all the known deals thus far Skylanders Imaginators, including the perplexing Portal Owner’s Pack going on sale soon. Finally, we break down the recent amiibo releases as well as the final 3 Smash Bros. figures and when we might see them.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We skip the Inquire This! segment this week, sadly. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 96!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 96 Nov 11, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

A look at Beauty and the Beast for Disney Infinity
LEGO Dimensions Black Friday sales
Lightseekers Kickstarter campaign = success
Beasts of Balance sailing the ocean blue
Skylanders refuses to communicate anything
amiibo releases and rumors

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 95 - Halloween and Hippogriffs Nov 02, 2016

Trick or Treat! Okay, we may be a day late for randomly asking for candy from strangers while dressed up in costumes, but that doesn’t mean this episode is lacking the goodies or the debauchery. We have a jam-packed show for Episode 95, full of Halloween and Hippogriffs, and so much more. There’s cause for celebration, soap boxes to stand on, and plenty of candy to over-indulge in.

Before we get to the actual show, we chat about trick-or-treating on Halloween, the Cubs potentially winning Game 7 of the World Series, and what to expect from the Extra Life 24-hour livestream this weekend! Eventually we start talking about what we know best, and that’s the toys-to-life franchises we love. We celebrate the Lightseekers team reaching their goal on Kickstarter, even though there is still time to pledge to their campaign to help them reach their stretch goals! (Lightseekers Kickstarter campaign). Then we laugh about how awesome the Beasts of Balance team is, especially with their real time ship tracking technology.

Then we break down the upcoming amiibo releases, as well as theorize about the Animal Crossing Direct, and what might be announced during that. We discuss the big reveal of a Hippogriff being included with the Hermoine Granger Fun Pack in LEGO Dimensions, despite only one of us knowing what that even is and why it’s a big deal. And finally, we discuss the release of Skylanders Academy on Netflix, the Legendary Creation Crystals, and the best lineup of variant figures in a Skylanders game to date!

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We skip the Inquire This! segment this week, sadly. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 95!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 95 Nov 02, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Lightseekers reach their goal on Kickstarter!
Beasts of Balance update
Upcoming amiibo releases
LEGO Dimensions bringing us Hippogriffs
Skylanders Academy

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 94 - The Great Pumpkin Oct 26, 2016

Look, we can’t always have exciting, big news weeks within the toys-to-life genre, right? As much as we would love to have a packed show full of awesome topics, sometimes we just have to work with the lemons given to us and make lemonade out of them. Besides, with The Great Pumpkin waiting just around the corner, it’s only fitting that this episode is full of more tricks than treats. As David S. Pumpkins would say … ANY QUESTIONS?

We start off by checking in on the Lightseekers Kickstarter campaign with less than 10 days to go, and we are encouraged by how close they are! Oh, and we may or may not send a desperate plea to the team to possibly allow us to drive their tank. We then break down the newest update to the LEGO Dimensions Collection Vortex app, since it’s the best option we have for keeping track of our collections (*cough*). Then we break down the newly-announced Nintendo Switch and what that might possibly mean for amiibo. And finally, we talk about the best holiday variant for Skylanders and get excited for the upcoming Skylanders Academy show coming to Netflix this weekend.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We then try to stump the experts with the Inquire This! trivia question which is perfectly timed for the Skylanders Academy series. And finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 94!

Executive Producers:

Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 94 Oct 26, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Lightseekers Kickstarter final stretch
LEGO Dimensions collection app update
Nintendo Switch + amiibo support?
Best holiday Skylanders variant EVER

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 93 - As the Crow Flies Oct 20, 2016

Well, we made it through another big launch day for the toys-to-life genre, as did many in our great community. That’s right, because as straight as the crow flies, Skylanders Imaginators came straight at us, and overall, it was a pretty fun release overall. Because of that, we had to bring back a world-renown Skylanders expert to help us break it all down, as well talk Harry Potter, crazy fundraising ideas, and sub-par Western themed video games. That’s right, it’s the return of fan favorite, Matt Sonnenberg from SkylandersCharactetList.com!

First, we check in on the Kickstarter campaign for Lightseekers, as they reach the halfway point in days but are more than halfway to their monetary goal. We discuss the amiibo restocking, as well as a new bluetooth NFC reading device which we speculate will bring amiibo support to the NX and possibly even smart phones and devices. We also chat about a newly released screenshot of Sonic the Hedgehog and friends in LEGO Dimensions, and also the newly released LEGO Harry Potter Collection remastered for the PS4.

Finally, we break down the entire launch and release of Skylanders Imaginators. We tell our stories about hunting down everything (or most everything) that released, give some impressions about the game and the figures so far, and yes, even talk about the now infamous GameStop Girl. Long story short, so far so good with Imaginators … and we couldn’t be happier!

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. We then try to stump the experts with the Inquire This! trivia question, which might have been the hardest and most surprising question to date. Finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 93!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 93 Oct 20, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Lightseekers Kickstarter half-way mark
Amiibo functionality coming to NX/mobile?
Sonic screen shot from LEGO Dimensions
SKylanders Imaginators launch review

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 92 - 3 Amigos on a Desert Isle Oct 12, 2016

With the release of the newest Skylanders game - Imaginators - right around the corner, we knew we had to make Episode 92 special in some way or another. With the sea of options for fans of the franchise about to released on Sunday, we brought in yet another expert to help make heads and tails of the Imaginators launch. Matt Sonnenberg, from SkylandersCharacterList.com, was kind enough to join us two knuckleheads and fully reunite the 3 amigos for a classic episode of the Toys For Games ‘Cast.

We start off by getting to know Matt, for those in the audience who may not be too familiar with the voice behind the world-renowned name and international superstar. Sure, Matt is the man behind the most comprehensive Skylanders fan site out there, but there’s so much to Mr. Sonnenberg.

After reuniting with Matt, we get down to business by discussing some news, speculation, and hype - all in regards to amiibo! Then we talk about LEGO Dimensions, where Matt filled us in on how he’s liking the second season of Dimensions. Then we gave a real-time update for the Lightseekers Kickstarter campaign.

(Check it out HERE).

Finally we talked about some recent news for Skylanders, and did a full breakdown on what to expect com October 16th … the launch day for Skylanders.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. Finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 92!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at
Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 92 Oct 12, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Another amiibo restock
Green Arrow coming to the UK
Lightseekers Kickstarter update
Skylanders Imaginators launch preview

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 91 - Kickstarting the Passion Oct 05, 2016

Episode 91 has been a few weeks in the making, ever since we first heard of the new entry into the toys-to-life genre, Lightseekers! Going back to their initial introduction announcement about the upcoming mobile game/ toys-to-life game/ card game hybrid, we have been incredibly excited about Lightseekers. It was only inevitable that we had a formal introduction with the team behind the newest franchise to get regular coverage on the Toys For Games ‘Cast, as we talked about how Lightseekers is kickstarting the passion behind the game.

During the interview with a room full of great folks representing Lightseekers, we chatted about what exactly Lightseekers is, dove into the madness of how a card game grew from the toys-to-life figures, crazy whiteboards, the importance of building a community, a dino with a top hat, and much, much more! We also talked about the Kickstarter campaign that Lightseekers is beginning, and trust us - it’s exciting, and worth checking out!

After saying goodbye to our new friends, we got down to talking about the rest of the news from around the genre, including a random restock of amiibo with a retailer exclusive, LEGO Dimensions Waves 8 and & 9 starting to make sense, and the resolved mystery about the Creation App for Skylanders that will allow fans to bring their imaginations to life in physical form.

From there, we read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. Then we tried to stump the expert with a trivia question submitted by the community for the Inquire This! segment. Finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 91!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 91 Oct 05, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Lightseekers Kickstarter announcement
amiibo restocks w/ retailer exclusive
LEGO Dimensions Waves 8 & 9 info
Skylanders Creation App revealed

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 90 - Not Just Broken Rules Sep 30, 2016

As we’re beginning to finally start enjoying the Fall season - with the exception of a pesky sinus infection - the changing of the leaves and the dropping of temperatures can only mean one thing … new releases! While we may not be getting the same type of new releases this year as we did in 2015, it’s an exciting time for the toys-to-life community nonetheless. Not every launch can be perfectly smooth though, and even though LEGO Dimensions promises to “break the rules,” Wave 6 seems to breaking more than the rules, unfortunately.

We start off with some typical banter before getting down to the nitty gritty of discussing all the news from the previous week. First, we talk about some Disney Infinity news, and it’s quite bittersweet to have that franchise back on the show. Then we hype up the Customs for a Cure custom amiibo charity auction hosted by Nintendo Wire. We discuss the continued awesomeness of the Lightseekers team and their continued communication with the community. We jump over to Skylanders and talk about some cool bundles available now and some crazy blunders by Activision. Finally, we break down the launch of LEGO Dimensions Wave 6 - both the good and the bad.

From there we grabbed our Pumpkin Spice Lattes, read the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. Then we tried to stump the expert with a trivia question submitted by the community for the Inquire This! segment. Finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, as always!

All this, and more, only in Episode 90!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 90 Sep 30, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Peter Pan pops up
Custom amiibo for Customs for a Cure
Lightseekers building a community
Skylanders bundles and bungles
LEGO Dimensions Wave 6 launch

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 89 - 'Tis the Season ... 2 Sep 23, 2016

If there is a podcast that is better at going off the rails quicker and more often than the Toys For Games ‘Cast, we’d love to know, because Episode 89 is one for the record books! With the first official day of Fall, ‘tis the season for new releases, including Season 2 of LEGO Dimensions right around the corner.

Despite trying to steer the show right into the side of the mountain before we even got going - because, you know, mascots - we had a bunch of news to cover this week. First, we talked about the Monster Hunter amiibo and the mysterious Bayonetta amiibo tease. Then we broke down the upcoming Season 2 of LEGO Dimensions, including the newly announced Wave 7.5. Over in Skylands, we ran through tons of random news, leaks, and tidbits about Imaginators. Finally, we praised the continued efforts of Lightseekers to officially join the toys-to-life genre.

We then broke down the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. Then we tried to stump the expert with a trivia question submitted by the community for the Inquire This! segment. Finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, including a first-hand report from EGX!

All this, and more, only in Episode 89!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 89 Sep 23, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Monster Hunter amiibo
LEGO Dimensions bracing for Season 2
Skylanders info bonanza
Lightseekers off to a great start

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 88 - Seeking Light in Tantos Sep 14, 2016

The moment you all have been waiting for is here! That’s right, it’s the return of Jason to the co-host chair, as he makes his triumphant return for Episode 88. While the world famous - sometimes infamous - toys-to-life podcast is back to its normal form, we had a special topic on this show. Join us on our new adventure into the toys-to-life, as we explore Tantos, seeking the light.

As always, we broke down all the recent news from the tentpole franchises we love to talk about. Before we got to the fun community interactions, however, we got to gush about a new game entering the gaming space we all know and love, which we are just learning about along with the rest of the world. Lightseekers, an ambitious new franchise hoping to bridge the many gaps in the toys-to-life space with refined ideas of how gamers interact with their games.

After learning all about Lightseekers, we jumped over to the #CommunityQuestion and awarded a listener a cool prize for having the Response of the Week. Then we tried to stump the expert with a trivia question submitted by the community for the Inquire This! segment. Finally, we wrapped up the show with some fantastic emails, several of which were in regards to Lightseekers as well!

All this, and more, only in Episode 88!

Executive Producers:

Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 88 Sep 14, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Nintendo Wire's Customs for a Cure ft. custom amiibo
LEGO Dimensions Supergirl spotted in the wild
Skylanders Imaginators 5-pack of villains
Introducing: Lightseekers!

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Episode 87 - A Boy and His Yarn Dog Sep 09, 2016

Do you remember President FDR? You know, Franklin D. Roosevelt? Well, if you’re a year or two too young to remember the man, you probably don’t know that he is responsible for creating the concept of fireside chats. While FDR’s solo broadcasts were usually about fairly important issues, Episode 87 of the Toys For Games Cast is quite similar. You know, if FDR had been talking alone into a microphone about his yarn dog named Poochie, that is.

With Jason unable to make it for the episode, the “deep bench” of co-hosts nowhere to be found for the evening, Josh does his best with a mic and some toys-to-life news to make lemonade out of the lemons he was dealt. Thankfully, plenty of news, including an avalanche of amiibo reveals, combined with great community interaction, made for a somewhat decent episode.

I mean, it’s no FDR quality of broadcasting, but if there was a modern day equivalent, “A Boy and His Yarn Dog” has to be it, right?

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan Parker, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 87 Sep 09, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

More Harry Potter LEGO goodness
Skylanders variants
An amiibo bonanza
Beasts of Balance update!

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dlasch2)

Collector's Edition vol. 18 Aug 26, 2016

The wait is over! The now-infamous Collector’s Edition of the Toys For Games ‘Cast is back, and slightly different than what you’re used to hearing! While Jason is wrapping up his busy Summer schedule, the call went out for a co-host to help out with our podcast dedicated to collecting. Who better to join than fun than the community manager and co-host of the Gotta Watch’em All podcast, Ken Pescatore!

In Volume 18 of the Collector’s Edition, we talk a LOT about Pokemon - from Pokemon GO to Pokemon trading cards, and everything inbetween. We also dig into the continuous and steady stream of Tsum Tsums, Skylanders Battlecast cards, and even break down some subscription boxes, thanks to the sponsor of this show, Alex!

Oh, and if you can’t get over the notion of Ken wrongly selecting Team Valor, trust me, I don’t blame you.

Sponsored By: Alex Carrejo, @AtariAlex!

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Episode 86 - Sea of Options Aug 25, 2016

It may be a relatively slow news week, but that doesn’t stop us from recording Episode 86! Before toys-to-life discussions, however, we talk about some television show recommendations for everyone to enjoy while we all patiently wait for the games we look most forward to playing.

Jumping into the news, we talk about a potential upcoming guest for Disney Infinity fans, a potential restock of the Palutena amiibo, new showcases of Battle Arenas in LEGO Dimensions, and Skylanders Imaginators trophies. Oh, and we also talk about a little quote made in regards to the decision to lock battle classes to Creation Crystals - “A sea of options.”

The #CommunityQuestion asked about “cash grabs”, and we picked another winner for the Response of the Week. The Inquire This! segment was meant to be tricky, but the most recent Patreon Hangout proved to help the expert. And finally, we had plenty of great emails from the community. All this and more on Episode 85 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers:

Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 86 Aug 25, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Teasing an upcoming guest for our show
Palutena restock
Battle arenas shown off
Skylanders and the "sea of options"

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 85 - Bolting Out of Gamescom Aug 19, 2016

With all due respect to the fastest man on Earth, Usain Bolt, it was off to races for news from the toys-to-life franchises over in Gamescom. With the impending release of Year 2 for LEGO Dimensions, Skylanders Imaginators, and eventual new waves of amiibo, it’s no wonder that news is starting to come in hot and heavy about all of our favorite franchises.

Before we get started, however, we had to talk all about Hamilton, and how everyone should at least give it a listen. After that, we checked in on Pokemon GO, despite the #PidgeyGate debacle. Eventually getting into the news, we saluted the farewell episode of Disney Infinity TV, which took place on the anniversary of the release of Disney Infinity 1.0. Then we talked about some curious amiibo + 3DS game bundles, and speculated what the inclusion of the amiibo reader might be about. We broke down the controversy surrounding the exclusive release of Supergirl in LEGO Dimensions. And finally, we did our best to cover the news overload about Skylanders Imaginators that came from Gamescom.

The #CommunityQuestion covered funny catchphrases, and we picked another winner for the Response of the Week. The Inquire This! segment was a solid B, even for the hot dog expert. And finally, we had plenty of great emails from the community. All this and more on Episode 85 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 85 Aug 19, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Disney Infinity TV says farewell
New amiibo + game bundles
Supergirl in LEGO Dimensions
A flurry of Skylanders news from Gamescom

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 84 - The Butterfly Effect Aug 09, 2016

It’s been a long time, we shouldn’t have left you … without a strong rhyme to step to. Or a podcast to listen to, that is. That’s right, due to major technical difficulties, everyone’s favorite toys-to-life podcast had to step away from the mics for longer than expected, and much longer than we wanted. But don’t worry, because we came back for Episode 84 with a vengeance! Aside from the normal news beats we hit every week, we also talked about a resolved internet issue, upcoming plans, and yes, even the saddest news to come from this podcast!

Starting off, we have our now weekly Pokemon GO update, because everyone wants to know these things. Then we discuss the firesales of Disney Infinity that all mysteriously vanished at once this week. Then we talked about the new Z-Ring which isn’t amiibo, but it’s relevant at least. We explain how more folks internationally will be able to get their hands on the Green Arrow figure from LEGO Dimensions this fall. And finally, from Skylanders Imaginators … WE GOT KAOS, LIKE, FOR REALZ.

The #CommunityQuestion was discussed video game villains, and we picked another winner for the Response of the Week … or two. The Inquire This! segment determined whether or not third time’s a charm for one listener trying to stump the expert. And finally, we had plenty of great emails from the community. All this and more on Episode 84 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Mii v Mii - Season 2: http://nintendowire.com/blog/2016/08/03/get-ready-mii-v-mii-season-2-new-promos/

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 84 Aug 09, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Sales disappearing for Disney Infinity
The Z-Ring
Free Green Arrow, internationally
WE GOT KAOS ... FOR REALZ

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 83 - We Got Kaos! Jul 30, 2016

It’s the dog days of summer, but the heat can’t slow us down on a Friday night full of madness and hilarity. We chat about discontinued fast food items, Santa being booed off the field, overpriced Olympic t-shirts, and an unforgettable and incredibly awkward Periscope from one of the members in our community! Don’t worry, toys fans, we eventually get down to brass tacks and talk about your favorite franchises as well.

Starting off, we have our now weekly Pokemon GO update, before jumping in to talk about the recently released amiibo display stands. Then we glide over to Skylanders to break down the nine new figures unofficially announced and some hilarious rumors from Sweden. We break down the Disney Infinity online server shutdown timeline, which is as big of a mess as you would expect it to be. Finally, we talk all about the news that came from San Diego Comic Con regarding LEGO Dimensions, including Sonic and Wave 7.

The #CommunityQuestion was a tad more emotional than anticipated, and we picked another winner for the Response of the Week. The Inquire This! segment put the expert to the test about Skylanders Battlecast. And finally, we had plenty of great emails from the community. All this and more on Episode 83 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Limited Edition - Episode 83 Jul 30, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

New amiibo displays now for sale
Nine new Skylanders figures revealed
Disney Infinity online servers being shut down
LEGO Dimensions @ SDCC

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 82 - Bustin' News Before Comic Con Jul 21, 2016

Slow news week? Not in the world of toys-to-life, especially in the week leading up to San Diego Comic Con! Waiting a day to record proved to be the right decision, as news continued to trickle in right up until we hit the record button - and even some while in the middle of show. If there’s one thing we’re good at, it’s accidently having the perfect timing.

We start out talking about some more of the Premium figures that might have been coming to Disney Infinity, as well as the new “Kingdoms” story mode that would have been in 4.0. Then we chat about Nintendo being unpredictable by adding amiibo functionality to a four-year-old game. We break down the massive four-figure leak of Skylanders Imaginators and the secret Battlecast cards found in cereal. Finally, we blow the lid off of all the recent news regarding LEGO Dimensions that’s coming in BEFORE the Comic Con panel.

The #CommunityQuestion was amplified thanks to Greg Miller, and we picked another winner for the Response of the Week. The Inquire This! segment put the expert to the test about older amiibo. And finally, we had plenty of great emails from the community. All this and more on Episode 82 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

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Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Johnny Trujillo, @AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
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Limited Edition - Episode 82 Jul 21, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

More Premium Disney Infinity figures revealed
Added amiibo functionality to an old game
New Skylanders Imaginaters leaked
New LEGO Dimensions characters shown off

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 81 - Be Our Guest Jul 15, 2016

Even in the middle of summer, when the news isn’t coming in hot and heavy, we still manage to piece together one heck of a show. Thanks in part to some big reveals of more stuff that would have been coming to Disney Infinity, coupled with some Pokemon GO talk and other tomfoolery, Episode 81 turned into an instant classic. Be our guest, won’t you?

We started by talking about a LEGO Dimensions panel at SDCC hosted by Greg Miller, the newest amiibo release, Hood Sickle being sorta revealed by Skylanders, and of course, another healthy discussion about Disney Infinity. We talked about the most recent Premium figures reveals, as well as a ton of information about what else would have been coming to Disney Infinity in the upcoming year and for 4.0 later on down the road.

The #CommunityQuestion was as fun as always, and we picked another winner for the Response of the Week. We didn’t have an Inquire This! question this week, but we did have plenty of great emails from the community. All this and more on Episode 81 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

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LIMITED EDITION - Episode 81 Jul 15, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

LEGO Dimensions at SDCC
Amiibo release
Hood Sickle revealed
More leaked Disney Infinity prototypes

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 80 - Never Say Goodbye... Jul 08, 2016

Episode 80 was a long time in the making, but after everything that has happened with Disney Infinity the last couple of months, now was the time to finally have an in-depth conversation with some special guests. Joining us on the podcast for a great Disney Infinity, we had Lloyd (@dasme) and Will (@iliam) from DisneyInfinity.tv, as well as @Infiniteering from Twitter and YouTube, or “Jim” as we came to know him. We discussed the cancellation of Disney Infinity, all the recently revealed figures that were coming next for the game, and so much more. We also made our guests stick around for emails and the #CommunityQuestion!

After saying goodbye to our three special guests, we got down to the news from our favorite four franchises, talking about the Premium Jack Skellington figure we’ll never get, confusing wording regarding Teen Titans Go! in LEGO Dimensions, alleged Skylanders prototypes, and some upcoming amiibo releases.

We wrapped up the show with a challenging Inquire This! trivia question that was sent in on a handwritten note, because how else would someone submit an Inquire This! challenge, right? All this and more on Episode 80 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

And remember: “Never say goodbye because goodbye means going away and going away means forgetting.”

Executive Producer: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

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LIMITED EDITION - Episode 80 Jul 08, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Jack Skellington Premium figure
Teen Titans Go! confusion
Skylanders prototypes
Upcoming amiibo releases

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 79 - Gotta Watch'em All-akazam Jul 02, 2016

After an incredibly busy week for both co-hosts, we finally settled on recording a Saturday morning podcast, because well, why not? To kick off this holiday weekend, we brought on a special guest to help explain the newest addition to the Toys For Games network - Sebastian Fortin, from Gotta Watch’em All! Sebastian breaks down what to expect from the podcast him and Ken have started to chronicle every episode of the Pokemon anime, along with everything else they have planned for this new branch of Toys For Games.

Oh, and there is a live unwrapping of a pack of Pokemon cards with an incredible find in it!

When we eventually get down to talking about the news from the toys-to-life franchises, we discuss the accidental leaks of never-before-seen LEGO Dimensions figures, a blurry image of a possible new Skylanders Sensei via Snapchat, the upcoming release of new Splatoon amiibo, and more reveals of figures and play sets that were on their way to Disney Infinity.

We still had a fun #CommunityQuestion, despite not getting it up until an hour before recording. There was also a very challenging Inquire This! trivia question. And of course, we also answered a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 79 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

LIMITED EDITION - Episode 79 Jul 02, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

First look at 3 new LEGO Dimensions figures
Blurry Skylanders leak via Snapchat
Splatoon amiibo release hype
More "what could have been" Disney Infinity figure reveals

Executive Producer:Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Collector's Edition vol. 17 Jul 01, 2016

Every so often, we have to change the regular format and what you expect from our shows and surprise you, the listeners, a little bit. Instead of the normal co-host duo you’re familiar with, we gave Jason the night off and brought in two new (yet familiar) co-hosts for this special Collector’s Edition! Collin and Val jump on for one night only (until the next time) to finally help get this episode recorded, finally.

In Volume 17 of the Collector’s Edition, we talk all about the crazy world of Tsum Tsums, the upcoming SDCC Funko Pop! Figures to be released, the most recent subscription boxes, and all the collectibles and swag brought home from the California vacation a couple of weeks ago!

Sponsored By: Alex Carrejo, @AtariAlex! Check out his podcast, The ABC Podcast, on YouTube or iTunes!

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Episode 78 - Butterbeer Hangovers Jun 24, 2016

Well, we made it back from our adventures in California! After a week of covering all the news from E3, Universal Studios and Harry Potter World, and the two Disney parks - Disneyland and California Adventure - we have resumed our regularly scheduled lives back in the real world. Despite still recovering from the Butterbeer hangovers we had, we can’t help but do what we do best … podcasting about toys!

First, we announced the details of the first ever Toys For Games Battlecast Tournament, with sign-ups officially open! After that, we talk about the final release for Disney Infinity, Tails being left out of LEGO Dimensions, a Crash “expansion level” in Imaginators, and the first ever glow-in-the-dark amiibo!

As always, we enjoyed reading through the community question responses, giving away another prize for the best idea. We didn’t have the voicemail line set up tonight, but we still challenged the expert with an amiibo related Inquire This! trivia question! And of course, we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 78 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

LIMITED EDITION - Episode 78 Jun 24, 2016

A quick roundup of the news from the last week, including:

Crash Bandicoot "expansion level" in Skylanders Imaginators
Box art for Super Mario Bros. amiibo Wave 2
Tails NOT a figure in LEGO Dimensions
Final release for Disney Infinity

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

Episode 77 - Wicked Witch Caught Snitch on the Quidditch Pitch Jun 16, 2016

After two full days of seeing everything that E3 had to offer, especially in terms of the toys-to-life genre, it was only fitting that we recorded Episode 77 from the hotel room. Once again, we brought SCL Matt in on the fun, and had ourselves quite the post-E3 show! With trips to Universal Studios and Disneyland in our immediate future, this episode had to happen tonight … or not at all!

We started off talking about our E3 experiences, before getting right into the news. We talked about the upcoming release of the Finding Dory Disney Infinity figures, the reemergence of Infinite Arms, our first-hand experiences of Skylanders Imaginators and LEGO Dimensions, and of course, all of the new amiibo announce by Nintendo. Oh, and Monster Trucks.

We skipped over the community question, emails, and voicemails, simply because we were running long as it was. We did, however, have another great Inquire This! Trivia segment, which dove into the strange world of Metacritic. All this and more on Episode 77 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

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LIVE @ E3 '16 - CRASHing the Party Jun 14, 2016

Because we felt that Crash Bandicoot joining Skylanders in the upcoming Imaginators game was such big news, we decided to podcast about it, live from our E3 hotel room! We first chatted about some news nuggets we learned today about the upcoming Year 2 of LEGO Dimensions, but then we got down to business, breaking down everything we currently know about Crash becoming an honorary Skylander.

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Episode 76 - Building an Empire, Brick by Brick Jun 10, 2016

In this very special episode of the Toys For Games 'cast, we have an abbreviated show yet an incredibly focussed one. Despite technically being on vacation, there was no way we wouldn't be doing a podcast after the day it was in the toys-to-life world.

We start off with the growing momentum of the Crash Bandicoot in Skylanders rumors, and discuss why we think it's a good thing and don't understand the hate for it. Then, we get to the reason we expected to be doing this show in the first place, which of course was the official announcement of Year 2 of LEGO Dimensions. We break down the trailer, press release, and every other bit of news we can find with as much excitement and anticipation as you would expect!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)

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Episode 75 - Preparing for E3 Adventures Jun 09, 2016

In the last full, normal show before we collectively head down to California for E3 and a week full of adventures and good times, we finally get to talk to the one and only Robert Welkner from Coin-OP TV! After all, it was Best Friends Day, and what better friend to have on then someone we’ve never had on before! Don’t worry, we had another best friend on the show later on as well.

We chatted with Rob about his time in the video game industry, his DVDs and IMDB page, his presence all over the internet, and of course, Skylanders Imaginators, since he got to see a special presentation at Activision Studios a couple of weeks ago. Oh, and we talked about what we’re excited to see and check out at E3 next week.

After saying goodbye to Robert (if only for a couple of days), we got down to business discussing amiibo, Disney Infinity, more Skylanders with special guest SCL Matt, and how good of a job LEGO Dimensions has been doing with the teases before their big announcements on June 9th!

Preparing for E3, we laugh about the #CommunityQuestion, and give away another reward for “Response of the Week”. We also have another great Inquire This! Trivia segment, that seems undeniably impossible. And of course, we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 75 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

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Episode 74 - Imaginators! - part 2 Jun 02, 2016

In the second part of this episode, we then examine the #CommunityQuestion, and give away another reward for “Response of the Week” … or three. We also have another great Inquire This! Trivia segment, where both experts flex their muscles. The voicemail segment was saved for last, but be warned … shots were fired! And of course, we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 74 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski (PSN/XBL: Unrace)
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

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Episode 74 - Imaginators! - part 1 Jun 02, 2016

We knew this day was coming eventually, and with less than two weeks before E3, a new Skylanders game announcement was imminent. After dealing with the loss of Disney Infinity, and the giant question marks surrounding LEGO Dimensions, a sure thing already announced was the sixth Skylanders title coming later this year. What we didn’t know was, well, everything else about it. That is, until the morning of June 1.

To help us break down the announcement of Skylanders: Imaginators, we invited none other than a perennial powerhouse on this show, Matt Sonnenberg, aka SCLMatt! We discuss everything we know and think we know about the sixth title from the Activision franchise. And don’t worry, we also talk about the recent rumblings from the other three franchises we love as well - LEGO Dimensions, amiibo, and Disney Infinity.

To be continued...

(Since this show was a long one, because of how much information we had to go over, we split the ‘cast into two parts)

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

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James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
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Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!
Evan, TheLoneGoldfish (@TheLoneGoldfish). Watch him play games at Twitch.tv/TheLoneGoldfish

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Episode 73 - Madness is the Emergency Exit May 27, 2016

After a busy couple of weeks trying to make sense of the Disney Infinity cancellation, and doing our best to bring peace and understanding to the community still heartbroken about the news, Episode 73 was finally our chance to try and find normalcy for this podcast. Unfortunately, nothing is normal when it comes to the Toys For Games ‘cast. The sheer amount of tangents on this week’s show might be enough to drive anyone to madness, but the news in the toys-to-life genre this week is enough madness for anyone. Even the Joker, apparently.

When we get down to the brass tacks of the show, we discuss the Finding Dory Play Set gameplay leak, the launch of Skylanders Battlecast, possibile exclusive LEGO Dimensions figures, and the reveal of high-quality Monster Hunter amiibo!

We then examine the #CommunityQuestion, and give away another reward for “Response of the Week.” We also have another great Inquire This! Trivia segment, where the expert had the chance to prove his claim to the throne. The voicemail segment was an absolute blast, especially because it worked this week! And of course, we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 73 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 72 - Hot Scoops of Disney Infinity May 19, 2016

A week after the shocking news about the closure of Disney Infinity, we’re back with Episode 72 because as you know, the show must go on. While last week’s show was more of a reactionary podcast, as not much information or news was available at the time of recording, this week was far more informed and far less speculative. Don’t be fooled, though. We weren’t able to make sense of this whole mess ourselves, which is why we brought on the reporter who blew the doors off the inside story of Disney Infinity’s closure - Patrick Klepek!

Patrick wrote an excellent article last week for Kotaku, detailing the inside scoop on what happened within Disney Infinity, what went wrong, and the future plans of the franchise. We figured there was no better way to relay all the information in that piece than to bring Patrick on the show to help us answer the tough questions. Not only did he further explain many of the points he made within the story, but he dropped a few more hot scoops live on the show, which at this point is exclusive info no one else has heard yet!

After chatting with Patrick for a while about Disney Infinity, collecting amiibo, and the man of who we shouldn’t speak of (Dan Ryckert), we get down to the nitty gritty and discuss the recent news in the toys-to-life genre. We discuss the final leaks of Disney Infinity, the upcoming amiibo releases, Skylanders 6 fakes, and LEGO Dimensions convention exclusives.

We then examine the #CommunityQuestion, and give away another reward for “Response of the Week.” We also have another great Inquire This! Trivia segment, where the expert was challenged with a Disney Infinity question. We tried to do the voicemail segment, but Microsoft had different ideas for that. And of course, we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 72 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Patrick Klepek can be found on Twitter, @PatrickKlepek
You can read all of his writing over on Kotaku
Check out his YouTube channel with all of his great videos, including Mario Maker Mornings
Be sure to give his podcasts a listen also: Match 3 and Til Death Do Us Part
Don’t forget to tweet @DanRyckert to ask about his tainted amiibo!

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Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
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Episode 71 - The Day A Community Cried May 11, 2016

A day we never expected to happen, happened. We’ve been talking about the eventual burst of the toys-to-life genre, and while this major news may not specifically indicate the beginning of the end, it certainly is a major blow to the entire video game industry and especially the genre we all know and love. Disney Infinity is closing its doors and ceasing operations, and well … we’re absolutely heartbroken.

We breeze through some general news from the other franchises, including Skylanders releases, amiibo functionality in Pokemon, and the release of wave 5 for LEGO Dimensions. After that, however, the rest of the show is dedicated to breaking down, explaining, rationalizing, remembering, reacting, and making sense of all the emotions revolving around the sad news of Disney Infinity.

We close out the show with a bunch of emails and reactions from the community about Disney Infinity, and try to brighten the dark day with some laughs and entertainment.

#ThankYouDisneyInfinity

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
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Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
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Collector's Edition vol. 16 May 05, 2016

Recording the Collector’s Edition podcast is always unpredictable, not in terms of what topics will be covered, but more so when it comes to what crazy strange tangents we’ll go on throughout the show, and how often we’ll get completely distracted by random things. Episode 16 turns out exactly how you imagine it would.

We talk about are slowly growing interest in pin trading, review some monthly subscription boxes, discuss all things Tsum Tsum, reveal some fascinating Funko Pop! News, gush over the Disney LEGO minifigures, and answer some great listener emails! Oh, and Jason finally confesses his quickly growing obsession with LEGO sets.

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Sponsored By: Alex Carrejo, @AtariAlex! Check out his podcast, The ABC Podcast, on YouTube or iTunes!

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Episode 70 - Stay Fresh, Nintendo May 04, 2016

Well, Jason promised the show would “go downhill quicker than a cardboard canoe,” and thanks to the inexperience of proper podcasting protocol and a lackluster internet connection, Jason #2 aka @AmiiboJason did all he could to sink this Titanic. Fortunately, the ever lovely Lauren aka @HappilyCandied was there to counterbalance the disturbance and add a touch of class to the show.

In all honesty, it was great having the duo from AmiiboNews and Nintendo Inquirer on the show, as we got to discuss the new Kirby amiibo, the new Splatoon amiibo announcement, and everything else Nintendo!

After saying goodbye to our dear friends, we got down to business, as we always do. We covered Disney Infinity celebrating May the 4th, upcoming Skylanders releases, and the biggest news of the night, a giant LEGO Dimensions leak! Some big things have happened live on this show before, but this is definitely high on that list!

We also examine the #CommunityQuestion, and give away another reward for “Response of the Week.” We also have another great Inquire This! Trivia segment, where the expert decided to challenge himself. The introduction of the brand new voicemail segment also happens, and surprisingly, it wasn’t a total dumpster fire! And of course, we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 70 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!
Christopher Long (@clong83), from Long’s Toys. Check out his YouTube page as well!

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Episode 69 - Bon Voyage, Boston Apr 27, 2016

We’re back from Boston, and we’re rested, recharged, refocused, and ready for fun and surprises! Fresh off hosting a live panel at PAX East in Boston, we’re back to recount our trip, discuss what we saw, played, and experienced at PAX, and break down how the panel itself went.

After recapping the PAX East experience, we actually get to some news from the four main franchises that got us here in the first place. We discuss Disney Infinity learning from previous mistakes (maybe?), a Q&A session with the LEGO Dimensions developers, a sneaky news drop from Skylanders, and the current state of amiibo.

We also examine the #CommunityQuestion, and give away another reward for “Response of the Week.” The Inquire This! Segment seemed like it might have been tricky at first glance, but could Jason be stumped? And of course, we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 69 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 68 - The PAX East Panel Apr 27, 2016

The now infamous panel we hosted at PAX East called "How Toys-To-Life Became Mainstream in 2015," alongside Matt Sonnenberg from Skylanders Character List, and Greg Miller from Kinda Funny!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres! Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 67 - The Mustache of Cumberbatch Apr 15, 2016

What does the last episode before a trip to Boston for PAX East combined with a slow news week sound like? Coincidently enough, it sounds a lot like this episode - Episode 67! What other toys-to-life podcast will you hear riveting discussion about the mustache of Benedict Cumberbatch or the rules of duels? Here, and only here.

There is a bit of news to touch upon, including weird Amazon pricing of LEGO Dimensions, Skylanders Battlecast pre-orders in the UK, GameStop pre-orders for unannounced Disney Infinity characters, and a little tidbit about amiibo restocks.

We also examine the #CommunityQuestion, and give away the first reward for “Response of the Week.” The Inquire This! Segment is back, with a question dating back to the 80s, and we also answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 67 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Collector's Edition vol. 15 Apr 09, 2016

Volume 15 is one of those episodes where anything can happen. Recording on a Friday night is also something special, but this episode was particularly unpredictable.

We break down and review a bunch of subscription boxes from the past month, talk again about the ever expanding reaches of the Tsum Tsum Takeover, drool over some Funko POPS!, and of course, answer some listener emails.

Sponsored By: Alex Carrejo, @AtariAlex!Check out his podcast, The ABC Podcast, on YouTube or iTunes!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 66 - The Ally We Deserve Apr 07, 2016

We promised (albeit accidentally) 33 episodes ago that Episode 66 was going to be special and one to look forward to, and I’m happy to report that we lived up to the hype! While it might have been a slow news week, this week’s show is full of goodness. One might say our cup is overflowing, thanks to a newfound Ally in our dedication to the toys-to-life genre. We welcome to the show, for the first time officially, Brandon Jones, Editor-in-Chief of Easy Allies!

Brandon chats about the formation of Easy Allies, how he fell in love with Disney Infinity originally, the current state of the toys-to-life genre, and much more regarding all things in this genre we love. We also talk about the trials and tribulations of collecting in general, good Disneyland food, and yes, even … SHOPKINS!

After we let Brandon go enjoy the rest of his evening, we get down to serious business with news in the toys-to-life franchises. We discuss the release of the Kylo Ren Light FX figure, breaking Skylanders news, more LEGO Dimensions rumor confirmation, and possible amiibo support in the upcoming “NX” Nintendo console via a new patent.

We also examine the #CommunityQuestion - WITH AN EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT - and answer a bunch of great emails, as always, from the Best Community Ever. All this and more on Episode 66 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Follow Brandon Jones on Twitter, @TrailerJones and @EasyAllies
Check out everything Easy Allies is doing, and support them if interested, over on Patreon!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his new project, @MiitomoDiaries!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 65 - Stop, Collaborate and Listen Mar 31, 2016

Kicking off Episode 65 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast, we welcome a special guest to the show, Christian Spicer! Christian is a professional comedian and podcaster, who you may know from the DLC Podcast of the Department of Parenting Podcast. We spend time getting to know Christian and his many endeavours, before jumping into some serious Disney Infinity, amiibo, and yes, even Shopkins talk.

After saying goodbye to Christian, we jump right into the news of the four - rather, FIVE - franchises in the toys-to-life genre! We discuss Josh’s review of Marvel Battlegrounds from Disney Infinity, dig for crumbs in Skylanders, talk about some exciting leaks in LEGO Dimensions, discuss a new use for amiibo, and finally, reveal a bunch of new information for Infinite Arms!

We also examine the #CommunityQuestion and answer a bunch of great emails, and have a mic drop, speechless moment near the end! All this and more on Episode 65 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Follow Christian Spicer on Twitter, @Spicer

Download his album, “Moment in Time”, from iTunes:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/moment-in-time/id965342897

Check out his two regular podcasts:

DLC - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dlc/id794234509?mt=2 Department of Parenting - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/department-of-parenting/id1078028512?mt=2

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 64 - Gaming Just Got Real Mar 24, 2016

Sometimes, slow news weeks just happen. You can squeeze blood from a turnip as much as you’d like, but that will only get a podcast so far. That’s when the toys-to-life gods have to intervene and drop a giant, juicy news story right in the laps of Toys For Games, the community, and really, the entire video game industry.

We start off talking about all the established toys-to-life franchises, discussing some sales for Skylanders, how LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens might improve LEGO Dimensions, the continued frustrations over Disney Infinity’s silence, and the busy weekend for amiibo releases.

After the four franchises are taken care of, we jump to the biggest, most exciting news of the week, which was the out-of-nowhere announcement of a new game entering the toys-to-life genre, Infinite Arms. This new IP, releasing later this summer, is promising to evolve the genre into “games-to-life”, and it has us both excited to see if this could be an actual contended for a fifth franchise in the genre we know and love.

We also examine the #CommunityQuestion and answer a bunch of great emails, many of which are from first time emailers! All this and more on Episode 63 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Check out the Infinite Arms website HERE!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 63 - Jumping the Shark Mar 17, 2016

Episode 63 was destined to be a good one, not only because of it falling right in the middle of one of the biggest toys-to-life weeks for the genre in quite some time, but also because it features a special guest. Mike Otero, aka Big Mike, aka @BigMike8109 won the Patreon raffle to be a guest on one of our podcasts, and this was the episode he chose!

After getting to know Mike a little bit, we jumped right into the news, discussing the crazy sales for Skylanders, the upcoming release of amiibo, the Midway RETRO Arcade Level Pack from LEGO Dimensions, and the good/bad/confusing week of Disney Infinity, including the release of the Marvel Battlegrounds Play Set.

We also examine the #CommunityQuestion, try to stump the resident expert in the “Inquire This!” segment, and answer a bunch of great emails. All this and more on Episode 63 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski
Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 62 - You Know You Love It Mar 11, 2016

Episode 62 was perfectly timed, as the toys-to-life gods rewarded us for pushing the episode back a day with a crazy 24-hour news cycle! Before getting into the fun stuff, however, our friend Matt Sonnenberg jumped into the middle of the show like Spider-Man in the new Captain America: Civil War trailer and promised to make the episode even more amazing than it was originally planned.

Getting into the nuts and bolts of the operation, we talked about a lucky find for one Skylanders fan, the new amiibo line announced during the Nintendo Direct, the craziest 24 hours for leaks possible for Disney Infinity, and finally got to the bottom of what is all included in the Midway Arcade Level Pack for LEGO Dimensions.

We examine the #CommunityQuestion, try to stump the resident expert in the “Inquire This!” segment, and answer a bunch of great emails. All this and more on Episode 62 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers:

Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group

James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)

Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList

Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)

@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Collector's Edition vol. 14 Mar 09, 2016

Volume 14 of the Collector’s Edition has been a month in the making, and what a month it was! With so much collecting going on outside of the toys-to-life realm, it’s incredible that we were able to wait an entire month before recording one of these special episodes!

We break down the contents of SIX subscription boxes, talk extensively about the rapidly expanding world of Tsum Tsums, discuss the life-altering Funko POP! decision that Jason has made, and geek out over what’s coming from LEGO minifigures. Oh, and we also read and answer some great listener emails, including one from our great sponsor, Alex!

Executive Producers: Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Sponsored By: Alex Carrejo, @AtariAlex!Check out his Funko Pop collection HERE.Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 61 - The Changing Landscape Mar 03, 2016

Episode 61 starts off by doing something we can’t do enough - thanking you all for all of your continued support and love! Seriously, it means the world to us both. After that, we talk some politics, which was mainly just Jason explaining his landslide victory as an elected official awhile back, and how the political superstar celebrated.

Divining into the world of toys-to-life, we discussed our high hopes for new amiibo announcements, the team behind LEGO Dimensions receiving cool trophies, Skylanders Battlecast being MIA, and a complete wrap-up of the Disney Infinity NEXT event, and where we go from here.

We also talk extensively about the #CommunityQuestion, skip the Inquire This! trivia question, and answer a bunch of great emails. All this and more on Episode 61 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Executive Producers:

Brett Cangemi (@Brettman79) & Jorge Torres!

Our Sponsors:

SHOW SPONSOR - Devin Laschinski

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group

James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)

Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList

Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)

@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 60 - So, What Is NEXT? Feb 26, 2016

After finally almost fully recovering from illness, Jason returns to the Toys For Games ‘Cast to record episode 60! After a lengthy welcome back chat, encompassing everything from Napoleon Dynamite to PAX East, everything felt back to normal with the dynamic duo reunited once again.

Getting into the toys-to-life news, we discussed the absurdity of Skylanders lore, a new web series for LEGO Dimensions, Nintendo forcing collectors to open amiibo (still), and what Disney Infinity NEXT is probably all about.

We also talk extensively about the #CommunityQuestion, try to stump the expert with the Inquire This! trivia question, and dive head first into some great emails. All this and more on Episode 60 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)
@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 59 - Unplugged Noyses Feb 20, 2016

The recording of Episode 59 was put off for a few days in hopes of Jason recovering from his horrible illness enough to be able to record, but alas, more rest was needed for the best co-host in the game. That wouldn’t stop the Toys For Games ‘Cast from happening, however, as we have yet to miss a week and this wasn’t going to be the one. Instead of Jason, Valerie Striplin aka @MrsNoyse stepped in, not to try to fill Jason’s shoes, but at the very least, give the listening audience something fun to listen to.

While we didn’t get right into the toys-to-life news, we definitely had our share of fun for a late night Friday night podcast. Eventually we got to the nuts and bolts of the podcast, discussing the quietness of LEGO Dimensions, the secrecy of the Power Blue Skylanders, the plastic prisons of amiibo, and what is “NEXT” for Disney Infinity.

We also talk extensively about the #CommunityQuestion, and then go deep into some really awesome emails. All this and more on Episode 59 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast!

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group

James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)

Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList

Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)

Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Happy Birthday, Jason! Feb 14, 2016

This is a very special episode of the Toys For Games Cast, where several members of the great community chipped in to help wish our Jason a very happy birthday!

Happy birthday, Jason. Thank you for everything.

(cover art done by the amazing @ToriRoz)

Episode 58 - These Beasts Are Fabulous Feb 12, 2016

With Episode 58 being recorded a day later than normal, tons of news was able to surface before we hit the record button, ensuring that the show was packed with relevant news! Before getting into the four franchises normally covered on the podcast, however, we had the pleasure of interviewing Alex Fleetwood, the Studio Head of Sensible Object, creators of Fabulous Beasts!

A couple of weeks ago, we tried to explain the upcoming Fabulous Beasts game that fuses the toys-to-life genre and tabletop games, but we couldn’t do it nearly enough justice. We had to get the information directly from the source, and thankfully, Alex was gracious enough to come to the podcast and fully explain the beautiful world his small studio is creating in Fabulous Beasts. While currently on Kickstarter, all signs are pointing to Fabulous Beasts being the next evolution of the toys-to-life genre of gaming.

Check out the Fabulous Beasts website HERE!

Want to back Fabulous Beasts on Kickstarter? Visit the page HERE!

After championing the inclusion of a jellyfish creature into the game in a great interview, we eventually had to let Alex go to enjoy the rest of his evening, but we weren’t done there! We jumped right into the news of the four main TTL franchises, talking about the upcoming LEGO Star Wars animated show on Disney XD, the saltiness of amiibo fans, the leak of Alice in Wonderland characters, and the Pow(D)er Blue Skylanders.

We also discuss the #CommunityQuestion, play another round of “Inquire This!” and answer some emails from the community.

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group

James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)

Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList

Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)

Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Collector's Edition vol. 13 Feb 06, 2016

You know an episode is going to go off the rails when it’s recorded on a Friday night, but when it’s also a Collector’s Edition episode PLUS has a special guest, well … you should see this coming a mile away. Jason and Josh are joined by Joys of Games co-host Collin as the trio discusses the last month of non-TTL collecting.

They break down the three Funko subscription boxes, pick apart the most recent Loot Crate, unload a show’s worth of info about Tsum Tsum, touch on Pop Vinyls and LEGO Minifigures, and most importantly, discuss the crazy collecting happening with Yo-Kai Watch.

Sponsored By: Alex Carrejo, @AtariAlex!Check out his Funko Pop collection HERE.

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 57 - A is for amiibo Feb 04, 2016

Episode 57 seemed like it would be bleak on the news front beforehand, but like always, we managed to squeeze blood from the turnip like only we can! On top of the normal news cycle that we always cover, Jason was finally allowed to commit one of the biggest sins of the show - talk numbers!

For the four franchises, we break down D-Day for Skylanders coming up on March 1, Disney Infinity clearly listening to our podcast, amiibo popularity around the world, and what the reveal of LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens video game means for LEGO Dimensions. Also, a full breakdown of sales and number crunching for the toys-to-life genre.

We also discuss the #CommunityQuestion, play another round of “Inquire This!” and answer some emails from the community.

Don’t forget … #JasonWasWrong and #PreschoolToys

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group

James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)

Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList

Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)

Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

@AmiiboAmigo, from AmiiboAmigo.com. Also be sure to check him out on Instagram and his other YouTube channel, 8Bit CR!

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 56 - Bustin' Ghosts and Beyond Jan 28, 2016

Episode 56 isn’t like most episodes, but sometimes the best episodes aren’t necessarily the ones that go according to plan! The first part of the episode features an exclusive interview with Greg Miller (@GameOverGreggy), as we talk all about the hotly contested race for the Ambassador of the Year Award, the Ghostbusters Level Pack in LEGO Dimensions, his VO debut in LEGO Marvel Avengers, and so much more. (WARNING: Some language may not be exactly family-friendly - sorry!).

Be sure to check out Kinda Funny for everything Greg’s involved with, and if you want to help them reach their goal to fund a full season of their animated series, check out their Patreon page!

In the back half of the episode, we break down upcoming amiibo functionality, the continued unpredictability of Skylanders, and the avoidable drama from Disney Infinity. Briefly, a new game that might be the next evolution of toys-to-life, Fabulous Beasts, is broken down. We also discuss the #CommunityQuestion, play another round of “Inquire This!” and answer some emails from the community.

To find out more about Fabulous Beasts, visit their Kickstarter page!

A big thank you to Dan Veesenmeyer (@dveese) for his permission to use his sketch of Greg Miller’s character in LEGO Marvel Avengers for the artwork for this show! Check out his work on his website!

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 55 - First Annual Toys For Games Awards Jan 20, 2016

In celebration of the one year anniversary of the Toys For Games ‘Cast, Episode 55 was replaced by the First Annual Toys For Games Awards! A couple of weeks back, all of the categories and nominees were announced, leaving it up to the community and fans to vote on the awards! Check out all the action HERE.

After the voting ended, the voting committee consisting of Jason and Josh took all the fan votes and then cast their votes, eventually coming to an agreement on all of the categories. The culmination of this process was Episode 55 - the First Annual Toys For Games Awards!

Awards were given out, discussed and broken down, one at a time. Even a few of the winners sent in acceptance speeches! Hilarity ensued, fun was had and overall, it turns out there wasn’t a better way to celebrate the one year anniversary of Toys For Games than with a giant celebration of the entire toys-to-life genre!

Thank you all for your support throughout an entire year. 2016 is already off to a great start in hopes of making Year Two exponentially better than the first!

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 54 - Bang For Your Buck Jan 14, 2016

Despite a relatively slow news week, the show must go on, as the say - which meant, of course, Episode 54 happened. While there wasn’t a ton of stuff to talk about, Jason and Josh still managed to cobble together a show, filled with previews of the upcoming releases for LEGO Dimensions and amiibo, another chat about the Skylanders Battlecast cards, and an interesting discussion about Disney Playmation.

The #CommunityQuestion asks which upcoming release is more exciting (SPOILER: Greg Miller is RIGHT), and the Inquire This! trivia question challenges the expert about a unique trade. And as always, a few emails to round off the show. Also, our Patreon is discussed, and we’re looking for feedback on that!

Thank you, to all of you wonderful fans and supporters of Toys For Games throughout the year. We love each and every one of you. We’ll catch you next time, at the FIRST ANNUAL TOYS FOR GAMES AWARDS!

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 53 - Collections are Xing Jan 09, 2016

Episode 53 is a Friday night special, with special guest Matt Sonnenberg joining Jason and Josh for yet another episode of the Toys For Games ‘Cast! They start off talking about the First Annual Toys For Games Awards, followed up by a chat about Matt’s new, upcoming project, Collection Crossing.

When the trio of collectors finally get down to the news, they discuss the release of the Shovel Knight amiibo, the continuing great sales for LEGO Dimensions, JV trolling Disney Infinity fans, and the upcoming Skylanders Day. Jim Dough, a baker from New Zealand, also gives everyone a complete breakdown of the new Skylanders Battlecast card game.

The #CommunityQuestion asks about buyer’s remorse, and the Inquire This! trivia question challenges both experts on the lore of Skylanders characters. And as always, a few emails to round off the show, including a great video from a loyal fan that has to be seen to be believed! (Don’t worry, Jason and Matt do their best to describe the action!)

Thank you, to all of you wonderful fans and supporters of Toys For Games throughout the year. We love each and every one of you. Cheers, to 2016!

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Collector's Edition vol. 12 Jan 06, 2016

Josh and Jason are back up to their normal antics, tossing aside the regular show format and talking about collecting non toys-to-life instead for one night. They start off the show on a weird tangent, but quickly get going by talking about December’s Loot Crate and Marvel Collector Corps (CORE) subscription boxes. Then, they break down some upcoming Funko Pop! figure releases, and express their continued disappointment in Tom’s Hobby Shop.

Finally, when the inevitable Tsum Tsum segment takes place, a VERY special guest joins the show to not only talk about Tsum Tsum Tuesday, but more importantly, brag about how great her “blind bag feel game” is. Eventually we get to some listener questions to wrap up the episode. And oh, what an episode it was!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, VAL! I LOVE YOU, AND THANK YOU FOR BEING THE BEST PARTNER I COULD EVER ASK FOR.

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 52 - We Were Wrong... Dec 31, 2015

Episode 52 almost didn’t happen this, as we strongly considered taking a week off due to a lack of news and the holidays and such. However, the universe apparently had other things in mind when an entire show worth of breaking news was dropped on our lap in the last 24 hours, thus leading to this emergency, middle of the day podcast. What better way to finish off 2015, right?Discussed in Episode 52 are some killer LEGO Dimensions sales, amiibo pre-orders going live, serious speculation regarding upcoming Disney Infinity figures and Play Sets, and of course, the motherload of Skylanders breaking news!

Thank you, to all of you wonderful fans and supporters of Toys For Games throughout the year. We love each and every one of you. Cheers, to 2016!

Our Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum)
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum)
Brett Cangemi (@brettman79)

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 51 - A Festivus for the Rest of Us Dec 24, 2015

Episode 51, on the eve of Christmas Eve, starts out with good, solid intentions of getting back normalcy after the epic Episode 50, but things quickly go off the rails and into the side of a mountain when the airing of grievances commences! Eventually, the duo get down to business, talking about sales for LEGO Dimensions, amiibo manufacturing information, Skylanders variant craziness and Disney Infinity conference calls.

The #CommunityQuestion asks about presents under the Christmas tree, and the Inquire This! trivia question challenges the expert on Frito-Lay promotions for Skylanders. And as always, a few emails to round off the show, including an AMA-A-AMA email!

Thank you, to all of you wonderful fans and supporters of Toys For Games. We love each and every one of you.

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions is sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.
Disney Infinity is sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).
Skylanders SuperChargers is sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.
Amiibo is sponsored by Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).
EMAILS are sponsored by Brett Cangemi (@brettman79).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 50 - AMA - Part 3 Dec 15, 2015

The finale of the massive Episode 50 AMA podcast! What else needs to be said?

Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.

Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).

Brett Cangemi (@brettman79).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 50 - AMA - Part 2 Dec 15, 2015

The second part of the massive Episode 50 AMA podcast! What else needs to be said?

Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.

Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).

Brett Cangemi (@brettman79).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 50 - AMA - Part 1 Dec 15, 2015

The first part of the massive Episode 50 AMA podcast! What else needs to be said?

Sponsors:

Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.
James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).
Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.
Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).
Brett Cangemi (@brettman79).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Collector's Edition vol. 11 Dec 12, 2015

Josh and Jason are back for their monthly Collector's Edition podcast, where they discuss all the crazy things they collect that aren't toys-to-life related! This episode they talk about Shopkins (of course), several subscription boxes, #TsumTsumTakeover, the Black Friday Funko madness, and the upcoming exclusive item (hopefully) coming to Toys For Games in 2016! Oh, and what Collector's Edition would be complete without showing love to the unofficial sponsor of the show, Walgreens!

To check out Geek Fuel, please follow this direct link!

https://www.geekfuel.com/toysforgames

Episode 49 - AHHHHHHHHHH SNAP! Dec 10, 2015

Episode 49 almost didn’t happen because of a disastrous work week for Josh, but instead of calling it off or phoning it in, a great show came to fruition. Feeding off of Jason’s pre-show energetic buzz, the duo get hyped up for the Episode 50 AMA next week, as well as a bunch of giveaways going on they both are currently running. After talking about the pick-ups for the week, they break down an amazing LEGO Dimensions sale coming up, talk about Skylanders Day, break down some upcoming amiibo production runs and have a fireside chat regarding the Light FX Figures. Oh, and JV’s infamous handshake/snap is brought up, because well, it’s golden.

The #CommunityQuestion asks about The Force Awakens Play Set for Disney Infinity, and the Inquire This! trivia question challenges the expert on the secret world of Ninjago. There are also great emails, of course, which is just preparation for the big roast of Episode 50.

Thank you, to all of you wonderful fans and supporters of Toys For Games. We love each and every one of you.

Light FX Editorial: http://goo.gl/aSdgVc

Send this girl a Christmas card, PLEASE: http://goo.gl/t308tc

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions is sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.
Disney Infinity is sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).
Skylanders SuperChargers is sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.
Amiibo is sponsored by Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).
EMAILS are sponsored by Brett Cangemi (@brettman79).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 48 - Remember, It's December Dec 02, 2015

Episode 48 reunited the two co-hosts, Jason and Josh, after the Thanksgiving/Black Friday holiday weekend. They chat about Jason’s incredible Christmas giveaway, breaking street dates, saving babies, and the upcoming Episode 50 AMA podcast! Eventually when they get to the four franchises, they discuss the quiet state of LEGO Dimensions, a lack of amiibo chaos, light-up lightsabers in Disney Infinity, and Skylanders creating the word of the decade: patina.

The #CommunityQuestion asks who got what during the Black Friday sales, and the Inquire This! trivia question challenges the expert on LEGO Dimensions knowledge. There are also a ton of great emails, many from new fans, which is incredible awesome to see!

Thank you, to all of you wonderful fans and supporters of Toys For Games. We love each and every one of you.

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions is sponsored by Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).
Disney Infinity is sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).
Skylanders SuperChargers is sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.
Amiibo is sponsored by Brett Cangemi (@brettman79).
The EMAIL is sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 47 - A Fiscal Black Friday Flourish Nov 25, 2015

Episode 47 releases a day early due to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, but that doesn’t mean the hosts have less to talk about. After a Friday Night Lights discussion, and before the food and documentaries part of the podcast, the duo of Jason and Josh actually get down to some toys-to-life discussion. The long-awaited “Black Friday Sales” episode is here, where they break down ALL of the sales of the toys-to-life franchises from all of the retail locations. The most comprehensive breakdown of every single sale coming up, aside from the full write-ups on Jason’s various websites.

The #CommunityQuestion tries to figures out what franchises people will be hunting for this Friday while shopping, and the Inquire This! trivia question brings our in-house expert back to the beginning of the first significant toys-to-life franchise!

Thank you, to all of you wonderful fans and supporters of Toys For Games. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving and holiday weekend, and a safe Black Friday shopping experience.

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions is sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.
Disney Infinity is sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).
Skylanders SuperChargers is sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.
Amiibo is sponsored by Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 46 - Goodbye, Mabel! Nov 21, 2015

After pushing the recording of Episode 46 back a couple of days due to illness, Jason and Josh decide to record on a Friday night, where really, anything can - and probably will - happen. Never before has the show been so off the rails as this one, but somehow the ship is righted and brought back on course to talk about the important stuff you all want to know about: Toys-to-life!

Starting off with some much needed housekeeping, the co-hosts talk about a killer deal for LEGO Dimensions for anyone possibly waiting on the price to come down, they gush over some fan-made concepts of X-Men Disney Infinity characters, discuss the trickling out of Wave 3 of Skylanders, and do their very best to run down all of the amiibo news to be released and leaked in the last week or so.

The #CommunityQuestion tackles what franchises people have been surprised by in toys-to-life genre, while the Inquire This! trivia question is designed to fool the tired expert. Also, as always, plenty of great emails from the community are read, discussed and hopefully enjoyed by all!

Also … R.I.P., Mabel. We salute you, but don’t support any sympathy votes you may get now.

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions is sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.
Disney Infinity is sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).
Skylanders SuperChargers is sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.
Amiibo is sponsored by Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_Museum).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Collector's Edition vol. 10 Nov 13, 2015

Jason and Josh flat out have fun this episode, talking about a quick vacation to the Magical Kingdom, an avalanche of Tsum Tsum, the most recent subscription boxes, adding a second floor to a house, Black Friday, and so much more!

Episode 45 - Welcome! Nov 12, 2015

This week, Jason and Josh are joined by not only the GM of IGN.com and the co-host of NVC, but ... REACTION GUY #4 HIMSELF ... Peer Schneider! They talk about how easily a picture can go viral, the current state of our collections, the plight of amiibo over this last year, how LEGO Dimensions is changing the game, why buying bigger houses is a better option than simply not collecting anymore, and why Mega Yarn Yoshi might not make into the household of the GM.

The discussion with Peer was fantastic from so many different angles and perspectives. Be sure to check out his baby, IGN.com, and listen to him every week on the Nintendo Voice Chat podcast!

In the news part of the show, Jason and Josh break down the secret release of a new Disney Infinity starter pack, discuss the new Skylanders animated series, debate whether or not LEGO Dimensions will really talk about the big secrets soon, and the breaking - and somewhat disheartening news - of a retail exclusive amiibo being released on … BLACK FRIDAY.

The #CommunityQuestion polls the fans on whether or not they are getting the Animal Crossing amiibo this Friday, and why or why not. The Inquire THIS! trivia segment is throwback to the early days of amiibo. Does Jason remember the easier days of amiibo or does he get stumped?

Also, some more great emails from the community, as always. Thank you all for the love and support! Happy hunting, collectors!

Sponsors:

Skylanders SuperChargers was sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@S CLMatt) from Skylanders CharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.

Disney Infinity was sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

LEGO Dimensions was sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Amiibo was sponsored by Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_museum).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Joys of Games - Episode 1 - Super Mario Maker Nov 06, 2015

In the first episode of Joys of Games, Josh and Collin decide to kick off the new podcast by talking about their first true love of video games - Nintendo. They discuss the upcoming releases for Nintendo platforms, both for the Wii U and the 3DS. Then they share which Nintendo games they are loving recently - Super Mario Maker and Yoshi’s Wooly World. Then they take a trip down memory lane and visit the good old days with a bit of Nintendo nostalgia.

All this and more for Episode 1 of Joys of Games!

(Joys of Games is a spinoff podcast from the Toys For Games brand.)

Episode 44 - Barbie Doll Rodent Nov 05, 2015

Episode 44 kicks off in a one-of-a-kind way, featuring a fantastic interview with GandaKris, one the most well-known amiibo customizers in the game! We talk about how an interest in art and a love for Super Smash Bros. transformed into making custom amiibo that sites like IGN and Yahoo! are writing about. Also discussed is charity work, the need for personal assistants, tips for beginners. and why Pikachu is the most popular amiibo to customize.

To support and follow everything GandaKris is doing, check her out on Twitter, @Ganda__Kris (TWO underscores!), and check out her store, HERE. Also, take a look at the Masahio Sakurai custom being auctioned off by amiibo News and Nintendo Inquire for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, HERE.

Once the great interview is over, Jason and Josh get down to the nitty gritty of the toys-to-life franchises. They discuss the release of the Eon’s Elite Skylanders, broken amiibo street dates, a new VISION for Disney Infinity, and LEGO Dimensions traveling WAY back in time.

The #CommunityQuestion dives into the pros and cons of LEGO Dimensions allowing players to “rent” characters in the game, and whether or not that could or should translate into the other games in the genre. The Inquire THIS! trivia segment serves up a heffalump of a question for Jason. Does he get it correct this week, or did someone stump the expert?

Also, some more great emails from the community, as always. Thank you all for the love and support! Happy hunting, collectors!

Sponsors:

Skylanders SuperChargers was sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@S CLMatt) from Skylanders CharacterList.com and Facebook.com/SkylandersCharacterList.

Disney Infinity was sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

LEGO Dimensions was sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Amiibo was sponsored by Micheal O'Driscoll (@amiibo_museum).

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 43 - The Big One Oct 29, 2015

When the toys-to-life news for the week gives you lemons, you take those lemons and make a podcast about lemonade. Or meatballs and airport security. Something like that, right?

Jason and Josh are back for episode 43, in between vacations for Mr. Grier, to talk about the latest and greatest from the four toys-to-life franchises - amiibo, Skylanders, Disney Infinity and LEGO Dimensions - per the usual. After tales of giant meatballs, driving in circles and trying to sneak deadly Skylander vehicles past TSA agents at the airport, the dynamic duo break down a weird double-exclusive SuperChargers pack, the upcoming released for LEGO Dimensions, weird word choices by Disney Infinity’s social media team, and what to expect from upcoming amiibo releases.

The #CommunityQuestion tackles the necessity of being interested in a franchise to collect, and one lucky participant wins an entry into the monthly giveaway tied to the brand new and extremely popular trivia segment now called “Inquire THIS.” This week, a listener writes in with a great trivia question for the expert on the show … but how did Jason do answering it? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Also, some more great emails from the community, as always. Thank you all for the love and support! Happy hunting, collectors!

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions was sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@DCLMatt) from DimensionsCharacterList.comandFacebook.com/DimensionsCharacterList.

Disney Infinity was sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

Skylanders SuperChargers was sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 42 - Collecting Down Under Oct 22, 2015

Despite a slow news week, Josh and Jason do their best to put on yet another great and entertaining episode of the World’s #1 Toys-To-Life podcast. They start off shooting the breeze, talking about a crate full of Yu-Gi-Oh cards, the scalpers at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo, and some humble bragging about scoring some extremely limited Pepsi Perfect.

Once they get down to the nitty gritty, they chat about Australia possibly being the gateway to Skylands, the missed opportunities with the Light FX Star Wars figures, childhood memories of Pokemon, and the lessons to be learned in LegoLand.

The #CommunityQuestion is cleverly ties in to Back To The Future day, and a new trivia-based segment is introduced, called “Stump The Expert”, where fans and listeners can win some cool prizes while challenging Jason’s knowledge of the toys-to-life franchises. Be sure to listen in and find out how YOU can participate!

Also, some more great emails from the community, as always. Thank you all for the love and support! Happy hunting, collectors!

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions was sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@DCLMatt) from DimensionsCharacterList.com andFacebook.com/DimensionsCharacterList.

Disney Infinity was sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

Skylanders SuperChargers was sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

Episode 41 - Protecting The Magic Oct 16, 2015

Well, since the first recording of Episode 41 didn’t work out so well (the file got lost into the ether), Josh and Jason decided to give it a go for a second time. Despite not having the interview from the previous night with the wonderful voice actress Kat Cressida, the dynamic duo did their best to recreate the magic of Episode 41 for the world’s number one toys-to-life podcast.

After a great discussion of factory-direct Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and New York Comic Con, the two hosts dive into LEGO Dimensions and the possibility of Marvel joining the game, a Toys For Games racing league for Skylanders SuperChargers, upcoming store exclusives for amiibo releases and all the chaos and craziness of what’s going on with Disney Infinity.

The #CommunityQuestion is broken down between the hosts, and some great emails are read and answered as well. Thank you all for being the Best Community Ever!

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions was sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@DCLMatt) from DimensionsCharacterList.com andFacebook.com/DimensionsCharacterList.

Disney Infinity was sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

Skylanders SuperChargers was sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Want to become a Sponsor as well? Check out our Patreon page!

BONUS - Captain America, Unmasked Oct 08, 2015

Jason reveals the big secret that Disney Infinity has up their sleeve for New York Comic Con - the Marvel Battlegrounds Play Set and a new figure joining the game, an unmasked Captain America! Listen in as Josh hears the news for the first time, and the two talk about the news while trying to make sense of it all.

Episode 40 - Judgement Free Zone Oct 08, 2015

Josh and Jason are back for episode 40, and are joined by Mike Mahoney from the Gamers in Beta podcast! Capn Mike, a punk rock legend, sits down in a judgement free zone to talk about his hidden love for toys-to-life franchises. They talk about Skylanders SuperChargers, Disney Infinity 3.0, LEGO Dimensions, and of course, amiibo.

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions was sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@DCLMatt) from DimensionsCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/DimensionsCharacterList.

Disney Infinity was sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

Skylanders SuperChargers was sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Follow Mike on Twitter, @CapnMikeM or @GamersInBeta, or over at his website, GamersInBeta.com!

Collector's Edition vol. 9 Oct 08, 2015

Josh and Jason are back with another volume of the Collector’s Edition podcast - where they talk about everything collectible that has nothing to do with the normal toys-to-life franchises they normally cover. For volume 9, they invite a couple of special guests on - The Unboxers! The collecting duo making a splash on YouTube for (of course) unboxing stuff join the podcast to talk about subscription boxes, review the September Loot Crate, talk about the NYCC exclusive Funko Pops, and break down the madness that is always Tsum Tsum Tuesday including what to expect from Disney coming up.

Oh, and they may or may not make an effort to officially turn the podcast into the world’s number one Shopkins podcast. Sweet summer child! IT’S SHOPKINS ‘TILL YOU DROPKINS!

Find The Unboxers on Twitter, @TheUnboxerrs24, or on their YouTube page!

Episode 39 - Teen Titans Go, Ninja ... NO Oct 02, 2015

Episode 39 of the Toys For Games ‘Cast welcomes back Greg Miller (@GameOverGreggy) from Kinda Funny, to talk about the launch and impressions so far of LEGO Dimensions. Greg discusses what he picked up on launch day, why he didn’t buy everything - despite wanting to - and what he is excited to buy in the future. They talk about how the game plays, what’s most impressive and exciting about LEGO Dimensions, and the troubles that the entire industry has with not only marketing toys-to-life games, but reviewing them as well. Oh, and the moment when Greg opens up BrickInquirer.com and sees that Teen Titans Go is a rumored upcoming franchise … well, it’s not just kinda funny. It’s priceless.

After Greg signs off, Josh and Jason get right into the franchises, talking about misinformation spread about a Disney Infinity 3.0 figure release date, the exciting variants in Skylanders and the slightly disappointing paint jobs of the figures, and all of the amiibo restocks and Animal Crossing news.

The #CommunityQuestion was also discussed, regarding the Animal Crossing amiibo cards, and several great emails from the community were read and responded to.

Sponsors:

LEGO Dimensions was sponsored by Matt Sonnenberg (@DCLMatt) from DimensionsCharacterList.com and Facebook.com/DimensionsCharacterList.

Disney Infinity was sponsored by James Holian (@InfinityMuseum).

Skylanders SuperChargers was sponsored by Ken Pescatore (@ProudGamerTweet), who’s in charge of the Toys For Games Facebook group.

Time Stamps:

LEGO DIMENSIONS - Until 1:01:40

DISNEY INFINITY - 1:01:41

SKYLANDERS - 1:22:00

AMIIBO - 1:38:50

COMMUNITY QUESTION - 1:51:28

EMAILS - 2:01:20

THE OUTTAKES #1 Sep 28, 2015

Want to hear Josh and Jason's pre- and post-show banter? Well, with this first edition of “THE OUTTAKES”, now you can! Never before has Toys For Games taken you behind the curtain quite like this! You’ll even get the outtakes with our recent special guests, also! And yes, there is some creative editing done, but worry not, because it is still family-friendly.

Episode 38 - Part 2 - Matt's Seeing Gold Sep 22, 2015

In Part 2 of Episode 38, Josh, Jason and Matt talk all about the launch of Skylanders SuperChargers, including all of the surprises and mysteries that popped up on launch day. They also dive into the #CommunityQuestion quickly, before getting to the infamous email segment, where they tackle a bunch of great questions from the listeners!

Be sure to check out Matt’s amazing work over at SkylandersCharacterList.com, and be sure to follow him on Twitter for everything Skylanders related, @SCLMatt.

Episode 38 - Part 1 - Greg's Breaking the Rules Sep 22, 2015

The Toys For Games ‘Cast is a packed house this week, with not one, but two special guests joining Josh and Jason for an incredible episode. Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) is on the show to talk about the launch of Skylanders SuperChargers, while Greg Miller (@GameOverGreggy) drops in to talk about the upcoming release of LEGO Dimensions. Yes - it’s really THAT Greg Miller!

In Part 1, the show focuses on Greg’s proper introduction to the toys-to-life genre of video games, as he talks about what he’s most excited for from LEGO Dimensions, what he’s nervous about, and even answers some tough questions. He may not be up-to-date on the Ninjago franchise, but the man sure does know his DC Universe and Ghostbusters!

Also, some recent Disney Infinity and amiibo news is discussed on this first half of Episode 38.

Be sure to check out everything that Greg and his buddies at Kinda Funny are doing over at KindaFunny.com, or on Twitter, @KindaFunnyVids!

Episode 37 - Revving up the Engines Sep 19, 2015

Josh and Jason are back, just over 24 hours before the official release of Skylanders SuperChargers! After some early on Friday night shenanigans, the duo get down to business, discussing some upcoming releases for Disney Infinity 3.0, and then some fascinating LEGO Dimensions rumors - followed by the admission of one of the co-hosts knowing nothing about Harry Potter (you guess which one). From there, they talk about amiibo - both regarding the release of amiibo last Friday, as well as the upcoming release of amiibo and bundles going up for pre-order. Finally, they get down to it and fully prepare for the launch of Skylanders SuperChargers, talking about day one plans, as well as some disappointing and frustrating early reports.

Time Stamps:

Disney Infinity - 29:55

LEGO Dimensions - 44:30

amiibo - 59:22

Skylanders - 1:32:08

#CommunityQuestion - 2:00:00

Emails - 2:06:04

Episode 36 - BRAP BRAP! Sep 10, 2015

Episode 36 features Josh and Jason once again, but just like last week, another special guest is crashing the party! This week, the dynamic duo of the toys-to-life genre is honored to be joined than none other than Brian Altano from IGN.com and The Comedy Button! As someone who has been leading the charge on the amiibo hype train since the beginning, Brian comes on to the show to talk about how and why he started collecting them, why he swears he’s just about done with them, and which amiibo he absolutely hates the most. Not to focus too much on just amiibo, they also ask him about Disney Infinity, Skylanders and possibly sell him on LEGO Dimensions. Oh, and don’t worry - Shopkins is discussed at much more length than anyone anticipated going into the podcast.

Thank you to Brian Altano for the laughs and the insight, and be sure to check him and all of his projects out at the various links down below!

Time Stamps:

Interview with Brian Altano - The start, up until 1:13:35

LEGO Dimensions - 1:14:45

Disney Infinity - 1:20:17

Skylanders - 1:32:30

More amiibo - 1:43:40

Emails - 2:02:00

Brian can be found on Twitter at @AgentBizzle, over at IGN.com, his non-gaming podcast called The Comedy Button, or check out his music at MisanthropeAlbum.com! Or just show up to his apartment, and he’ll make you a pizza, apparently.

Our show music is courtesy of Ben Harris (@Sha_Near).

Thank you to the #BestCommunityEver for supporting us continuously! Be sure to check out our Patreon page if you want to help us out! You all are awesome!

Collector's Edition vol. 8 Sep 02, 2015

Collectors, brace yourselves! It’s another edition of the Collector’s Edition! Somehow, Josh and Jason are up to Volume 8 in this spin-off podcast focussing heavily collecting things NOT toys-to-life related! This volume features a ton of Tsum Tsum talk, naturally, since it was recorded on Tsum Tsum Tuesday, after all. Also on the docket is Jason’s disappointment as a collector at the D23 Expo, upcoming LEGO minifigures, and a preview of Star Wars day on Friday, September 4th. The two also discuss and review their two newest subscription boxes - Loot Crate’s Villain 2 box, and the Marvel Collector Corps Secret Wars box.

Episode 35 - MIGHTY Toy Box Magic Sep 02, 2015

Toys For Games welcomes the start of September, as Josh and Jason are back for Episode 35! This week they aren’t alone, however, as they brought on a special guest to help celebrate the launch of Disney Infinity 3.0! Straight from the Toy Box Summit, and in-between shifts at the popcorn stand in the El Capitan Theatre, it’s Mighty Gitis aka Lauren (@MightyLauren)! As an in-game character, a Disney Infinity celebrity and master of the Toy Box, Lauren brought with her lots of stories from the Toy Box Summit and tons of insightful wisdom regarding every aspect of the game. The trio also got to answer several DI-specific emails as well, many of which were directed to Mighty Gitis herself!

Don’t worry, Skylanders SuperChargers, LEGO Dimensions and of course, amiibo, are talked about as well! Despite it being Disney Infinity 3.0 launch week, the other toys-to-life franchises haven’t steered completely clear of Mickey Mouse and gang. LEGO Dimensions revealed the Midway Arcade Level Pack, Skylanders are looking BEAUTIFUL, and Shovel Knight is kicking down the amiibo door.

Time Stamps:

Disney Infinity 3.0 w/ Mighty Gitis - The start, up until 1:34:40
Emails - 1:34:45
LEGO Dimensions - 2:04:13
Skylanders SuperChargers - 2:17:35
Nintendo’s amiibo - 2:30:25
#CommunityQuestion - 2:45:55

Episode 34 - To Infinity ... and Beyond! Aug 26, 2015

Josh and Jason prepare for the first huge release since the conception of the Toys For Games ‘Cast, as Disney Infinity 3.0 releases on August 30th! Before getting to the news, they break down the process of mailing coconuts. Once they get to the meat and potatoes of the show, the briefly discuss the quietness of LEGO Dimensions and break down some Skylanders SuperChargers launch news.

Then the fun starts, thanks to Nintendo, who dropped a megaton bomb of information out of nowhere at the start of Disney Infinity 3.0 week! Tons of amiibo news, all of which guarantees Toys For Games will be busy (and broke) through November. Finally, they get to Disney Infinity, as they talk about what to expect from the launch of the game, including all the best places to buy everything you want or need for the brand new game. It’s the final countdown now!

They also break down the #CommunityQuestion, and with the help of a couple of great community members, some actual info was pulled from it! The email section is entertaining as always, as the questions and discussions from them get better and better each week! Also, a huge announcement regarding the future of Toys For Games is made at the end of the show, and hopefully the response is as positive as anticipated!

Thank you all for truly being the Best Community Ever, and hopefully with your help, Toys For Games is going to infinity and beyond!

Time Stamps:

Coconuts - 18:18
LEGO Dimensions - 30:18
Skylanders SuperChargers - 38:11
amiibo - 46:00
Disney Infinity 3.0 - 1:14:14
#CommunityQuestion - 1:52:50
Emails - 1:57:28

Episode 33 - Torches and Pitchforks Aug 21, 2015

The dynamic duo is reunited once again, as Josh gladly welcomes Jason back onto the podcast from his Disneyland adventure. The two jump right into it, briefly talking about Jason's trip and all the amazing people he met and hung out with while down in Anaheim, and then also discuss their involvement with an amiibo auction/raffle being held by TakeThis.org at PAX Prime next weekend.

When they get to the four toys-to-life franchises, they break down the apparent retail exclusive for LEGO Dimensions, the insanity of Skylander SuperChargers starter packs, amiibo restocks, and everything announced for Disney Infinity 3.0 at D23, which Jason experienced first hand. As always, they talk about the #CommunityQuestion, and then read and answer some great email questions from the community. Time Stamps: LEGO Dimensions - 26:35 Skylanders SuperChargers - 38:10 amiibo - 58:25 Disney Infinity 3.0 - 1:16:55 #CommunityQuestion - 2:22:35 Emails - 2:26:30

Please check out TakeThis.org. Thank you all for being so amazing. We couldn't do this without you.

Episode 32 - No Adults Here Aug 15, 2015

Instead of sulking and crying in a corner while Jason is off having fun in beautiful Anaheim at the happiest place on Earth, Josh toughened up and did a show anyway, inviting his fiance Valerie to help him talk all about the toys-to-life franchises. Despite trying to stick to the main franchises of LEGO Dimensions, Disney Infinity, Skylanders and amiibo, the always entertaining topic of Tsum Tsum popped up at every turn during the podcast. They also read responses from the community regarding the #CommunityQuestion, and responded to some great critical thinking emails. They couple also announced two giveaways and spread love all over the #BestCommunityEver!

Time Stamps:

Giveaway Announcements - 22:35

LEGO Dimensions - 27:45

Hot Shelving Talk - 34:37

Disney Infinity 3.0 - 40:10

Skylanders SuperChargers - 51:09

amiibo - 1:17:27

#CommunityQuestion - 1:33:30

Emails - 1:44:10

Episode 31 - Who You Gonna Call? Aug 06, 2015

Josh and Jason are joined once again by the third point of their Triforce, Vince, as they break down all the latest and greatest news in the toys-to-life game franchises. With GamesCom happening, tons of news and information was released from a couple of the franchises, while another decided to put an end to rumors and make an official statement. Oh, and one is acting like a lost puppy, per the norm.

Disney Infinity 3.0 - all quiet on the Western Front, but that’s sort of okay in a weird way, with it being this close to launch.

LEGO Dimensions - Pulling back the curtain on the Ghostbusters franchise, along with some clarification about some confusion about the actual game.

Skylanders SuperChargers - Racing is confirmed, and suddenly the fifth entrant into the game series just got an entire makeover.

Amiibo - release dates and exclusivity deals revealed and confirmed.

Also, the #CommunityQuestion is tackled in hopes of finding out where people’s interest rests going into the Fall for COLLECTING these franchises. The email section is loaded with goodness as it always is. Oh, and a podcast-exclusive giveaway is announced, so for those listening, be sure to submit your entries soon!

Collector's Edition vol. 7 Aug 06, 2015

Josh and Jason are back with another Collector's Edition of the Toys For Games 'Cast, this time once again joined by the Legendary Collector and Enthusiast, Vince! The trio of collectors talk about Vince's trip to Otakon and the haul of collectibles he walked away with. Also, the horrific reality of the Tsum Tsum craze and what it meant for Tsum Tsum Tuesday with the Aladdin collection. They preview Jason’s upcoming trip to Disneyland and D23, as well as a full breakdown of the most recent Loot Crate. Oh, and there is some legitimate, unironic discussion regarding Shopkins, the #1 Kids Cooking Kits on Amazon!

Episode 30 - Angst-Ridden Pit Impostor Aug 01, 2015

Josh and Jason are joined by a very special guest - Seth Hay! Seth is the web designed responsible for making ToysForGames.com, and was invited on the show to talk about the launch of the website, the release of Dark Pit and everything else inbetween.

This week, the Toys For Games ‘Cast was severely lacking news from Skylanders SuperChargers and substantial news from Disney Infinity, although they were able to discuss the recently released story trailer for LEGO Dimensions. The conversation picks up once they get to amiibo, where the releases of Palutena and Dark Pit are discussed, as well as the Chibi-Robo packaging and the rumored-but-pretty-much-confirmed special amiibo pre-order event being held at GameStop on August 8. The possibility of a 3-pack of the retro characters Duck Hunt, Game & Watch and ROB being sold exclusively at GameStop was talked about as well.

The results from the #CommunityQuestion was broken down, and of course, plenty of emails were read and responded to. Be sure to check out the Customs For A Cure: Rookie Mistakes charity auction and bid on some custom figures where 100% of the proceeds will go to St. Jude. !

Episode 29 - Happy Little Clouds Jul 24, 2015

Josh and Jason are back for episode 29 of the Toys For Games 'Cast! This week, the duo talk about their upcoming charity auction, Customs For A Cure: Rookie Mistakes. They also break down the latest and greatest news from the last week in the toys-to-life video game genre, including Disney Infinity's fan poll, raptors in LEGO Dimensions, confusing tweets from Skylanders, and of course, amiibo craziness. They also discuss the #CommunityQuestion regarding restocks of rare figures, and answer a plethora of emails.

Collector's Edition vol. 6 Jul 17, 2015

Josh is reunited with Jason this week after Jason INSISTED on being part of the Collector's Edition podcast. Jason also brought along his good buddy and almost-regular guest of the show, Vince.

In this special edition of the Toys For Games Cast, the trio don't talk about the toys-to-life franchises at all, but instead talk about the wild and crazy things they have been collecting, will be collecting, and would like to collect soon. Enjoy this healthy and positive circle of trust for all the collectors out there looking for a safe place to call home and be understood.

Episode 28 - Thank You, Iwata Jul 16, 2015

Josh had to come up with a podcast on his own, since Jason's schedule wouldn't allow him to co-host this week, so he turned to the best partner he has ... his fiancee, Valerie! Together, they talk about the latest and greatest news in the toys-to-life franchises, but more importantly, reflect on the passing of Satoru Iwata, and just what he and his vision and inspiration meant to the community.

Also, be sure to partake in the newly announced "30 for 30" contest, where someone can win a $30 Amazon gift card just for leaving a review of the show.

Be sure to check out the cool Toys For Games stickers and help support the show!

http://www.redbubble.com/people/toysforgames/shop

Episode 27 - They Gave Us Nothing? Jul 10, 2015

Josh and Jason are joined by two very special guests, both of which have been on the podcast before - Vince, and Matt from SkylandersCharacterList.com! The group has a blast talking about LEGO Dimensions revealing the Doctor Who franchise, the latest in amiibo, the insane expectations that Skylanders SuperChargers is placing on collectors, and the mind-blowing continued confusion of Disney Infinity 3.0.

Collector's Edition vol. 5 Jul 02, 2015

Josh and Jason break from the normal, weekly talk about the toys-to-life video game genre and discuss all the other stuff they collect, including (but not limited to) Tsum Tsums, Disneyland pins, Funko ComicCon exclusives, Mystery Minis, and ... SHOPKINS?

Also, they break down the most recent Loot Crate and Marvel Collectors Corps subscription boxes.

Don't forget to follow the new twitter feed, @Toys4Collectors!!!

Episode 26 - Let's Get Dangerous Jul 02, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) and Jason (@JasonInquires) are reunited once again! After a week hiatus, Jason has fully rested up and recovered from the epic E3/Disneyland trip, and he's back to talk all things regarding the toys-to-life franchises. Skylanders, Lego Dimensions, Disney Infinity and amiibo are all discussed, along with some random side stories and unexpected tangents, of course.

Episode 25 - The Island of Misfit Toys Jun 25, 2015

Josh is without Jason this week, but invited his buddy Collin onto the show to talk about everything from the toys-to-life genre that came from E3, especially the Nintendo-Skylanders crossover and Josh's hands-on demo of LEGO Dimensions.

Episode 24 - E3 Extravaganza Jun 17, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) and Jason (@JasonInquires) are once again joined by the man himself, Vince (@VinceInquires)! The trio is at E3 2015, doing what they do best - talking about the newest news in the toys-to-life genre of games and the collecting aspect of each franchise. They saw LEGO Dimensions, they played Skylanders SuperChargers, they gasped at amiibo and they ... broke news about Disney Infinity 3.0? POSSIBLY!

Episode 23 - Tag Team Jun 12, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) and Jason (@JasonInquires) are finally joined by Jason's long time friend and personal handler, Vince (@VinceInquires)! Aside from getting to know Vince and keeping Jason's excitement contained, the trio discuss LEGO Dimensions release schedule, Disney Infinity 3.0 tidbits, a HUGE Skylanders SuperChargers rumor, and the Japanese release of Nintendo amiibo wave 5A. They also go over the #CommunityQuestion and read a bunch of great emails.

Oh, and don't forget about the Meta Knight amiibo giveaway! #T4GDisneyland

Collector's Edition vol. 4 Jun 06, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) and Jason (@JasonInquirs) are back for another special edition of the podcast, known as the Collector's Edition. Since they never have a chance to talk about anything other than the toys-to-life franchises on the regular show, this is their chance to sit back and shoot the breeze about all of their other crazy collections, including FUNKO Pop! Vinyls, Tsum Tsum, LEGOS, subscription boxes ... and a whole lot more.

Episode 22 - The Letter S Jun 04, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) and Jason (@JasonInquires) are joined by a very special guest this week to bring you the podcast that is sure to make Jason #2 aka JAAASONNN more excited than a pig in mud. Matt Sonnenberg (@SCLMatt) from SkylandersCharacterList.com joins the show to bring his expertise of all things Skylanders to the Toys For Games 'Cast as the three break down the announcement of the next installment in the franchise, SuperChargers!

Episode 21 - amiibo Aftermath Jun 02, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) and Jason (@JasonInquires) are back with another awesome episode of the Toys For Games 'Cast! The dynamic duo discusses the Wave 4 release of amiibo, upcoming amiibo to look forward to, breaking news from Disney Infinity 3.0, Skylanders teases and LEGO releasing ANOTHER game. They also talk about the #CommunityQuestion and read some emails from the fans. Oh, and a mid-podcast surprise screeches the entire podcast to a halt.

BIG thank you to David Caldarella (@EatSleepGame8) for his music this week, titled Good Egg Galaxy.

Smash Supremecy show that Jason was featured on can be found here: https://youtu.be/s5cRQXbGoiU

Episode 20 - Censorship Police May 28, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) and Jason #1 (@JasonInquirers) are joined this week by some very special guests, Lauren (@HappilyCandied) and Jason #2 (@amiiboJason)!!! The team talks about the launch and direction of NintendoInquirer.com, break down some of the latest Skylanders rumors, dive into Disney Infinity 3.0, wish for some news from LEGO Dimensions and of course, talk a LOT about amiibo and the crazy day that is Friday, May 29th. They also read some listener email and potentially solve a relationship problem as well!

Also featured this week is "The amiibo Song" by Random Encounters. Check out their YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/user/RandomEncountersEnt

"The amiibo Song" can also be found on iTunes, Amazon and Spotify, and be sure to check out their Patreon page if you're interested in supporting them more!

https://www.patreon.com/randomencounters?ty=h

Thank you to all of our awesome listeners and followers, and happy hunting, collectors!

Episode 19 - Team Aquaman May 21, 2015

Josh Brown (@TheNoyse) and Jason Grier (@JasonInquires) are back for yet another episode of the Toys For Games 'Cast. This week, the dynamic duo chat about Shopkins and Tsum Tsum scores, as well as plenty of toys-to-life news and notes.

-Skylanders 5 leaked prototypes

-LEGO Dimensions' newly announced team and fun packs

-Disney Infinity 3.0 Power Disc controversy

-Amiibo's calm before the storm

Also, the Twitter #CommunityQuestion and the always popular listener emails!

Episode 18 - Scooby Snacks May 14, 2015

Josh and Jason are back with another full episode, filled to the brim with info and discussions about ALL things toys-to-life, especially Skylanders, Disney Infinity, LEGO Dimensions and of course, amiibo. This week, they talk about the final releases of Skylanders and Disney Infinity 2.0, the newest info about 3.0 featuring Star Wars, LEGO Dimensions leaked info about characters and franchises, and sorts of tidbits about amiibo, including Silver Mario and mysterious Meta Knights.

Episode 17 - Finally May 06, 2015

Josh Brown (@TheNoyse) and Jason Grier (@JasonInquirer) are back once again, and finally - FINALLY - they get to talk about Disney Infinity 3.0 officially! Because of the announcement of 3.0 and the full info release that came with the announcement, episode 17 is 99% focussed on Disney Infinity 3.0!

Oh, and that announcement trailer mentioned in the podcast? Here's the link. Enjoy!

https://youtu.be/DWnA-yXUmJI

Collector's Edition vol. 3 May 02, 2015

Josh Brown and Jason Grier jump on to talk about their collecting addictions that ARE NOT part of the toys-to-life franchises. This time around, they chat about Tsum Tsums and the upcoming Tsum Tsum Tsuesday featuring The Little Mermaid, Funko Pop! shopping sprees, and the World of Nintendo Walmart exclusive insanity. Also, they open up the April Loot Crate box featuring FANTASY, as well as the first Marvel Collector's Corps box featuing the Avengers!

Episode 16 - Breaking Something May 02, 2015

Josh Brown and Jason Grier are back with yet another episode of the Toys For Games 'Cast, where they cover all things relating to the toys-to-life game franchises.

This episode:

The final Skylander characters for Trap Team are discussed
Silver Mario is confirmed, and May 29th will be CRAZY
Disney Infinity 3.0 leak and how we decided to cover it
AND THEN... BREAKING NEWS FOR LEGO DIMENSIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Also on the show, we break down the weekly Twitter #CommunityQuestion, and also read and answer a handful of great emails.

Happy hunting, collectors!

Episode 15 - Cruisin' Apr 23, 2015

Josh (@TheNoyse) returns once again, and welcomes back Jason #1 (@JasonInquirer) after what felt like forever! The dynamic duo talk about Skylanders rumors, what the launch of Lego Dimensions will look like, the current state of amiibo, and of course, the HUGE Disney Infinity 3.0 "news". They also take on the Twitter #CommunityQuestion and have a huge mail bag of emails to answer!

Episode 14 - Pepperoni Pizza Apr 17, 2015

Josh does his best as a one man show, with the hard working Jason #1 needing a much deserved night off. Josh talks about the relative lack of news from all four franchises, while also answering some listener email and discussing the Twitter #CommunityQuestion. Oh, and he makes a couple of calls of a couple of long-time listeners, and walks away with some awesome discussions.

Episode 13 - Everything is Awesome Apr 10, 2015

Josh and Jason #1 are back, and this week, they have a special guest ... JASON #2! You may know him as amiibo Jason, or @amiibonews, but we know him simply as "friend". While we talk about the ever elusive and always mysterious amiibo, we dive right in to the first thing to make Jason #2 excited that wasn't Nintendo since ... well, maybe the first time ever? Of course it's all about the official announcement of LEGO Dimensions, and all the news, speculation and predictions for the fourth franchise to officially be covered by the Toys For Games Cast.

We also tackle the Twitter #CommunityQuestion, and read some entertaining and thoughtful emails. Enjoy, fellow collectors out there!

(Special thanks to @sha_near for the music used for this podcast. I should have thanked him a while ago for it, but regardless, this podcast is better because of his work.)

Episode 12 - The Day After Yesterday Apr 03, 2015

After a huge day of news from Nintendo regarding upcoming amiibo, Josh AND Jason are back to bring you yet another podcast, this one featuring JUST amiibo talk. Sure, there are sales this weekend that apply to Skylanders and Disney Infinity, but everyone wants to talk about the current state of amiibo, right? Enjoy!

BONUS: Nintendo Direct amiibo RECAP Apr 02, 2015

Josh flies solo and recaps all of the amiibo news from the April 1 Nintendo Direct, including wave 4, 5 and 6 of the Smash Bros. amiibo, Splatoon amiibo, Mario Kart 8 updates, the new Animal Crossing amiibo cards, and of course, the yarn Yoshi amiibo!

Episode 11 - Lawyer Up Mar 31, 2015

Josh and Jason #1 are back with another episode of the Toys For Games 'Cast. They make the most of this slow news week, as they talk about the rumors and speculation regarding amiibo in a possible Nintendo Direct, they run down the latest non-news of Skylanders, and of course, talk about the proverbial door still slowly closing on Disney Infinity 2.0. They also go to Twitter for the Community Question, and as always, read and answer your emails and questions!

Collector's Edition vol. 2 Mar 23, 2015

Josh, Jason and Dan are ready to talk about collecting things NOT involving the normal Toys-to-Life franchises. This time, they jump head first into a pit of Tsum Tsums, chat about video game collector edition statues and robots, break down the most recent Loot Crate and answer a great question from the community.

Episode 10 - A Golden Week Mar 23, 2015

Josh, Jason and Dan are back to talk about everything going on in the world of Toys-To-Life figures, and the trials, tribulations and moments of zen collecting them. They talk about the Wave 4 and Easter releases of Skylanders, the end of the road for Disney Infinity 2.0, LEGO Dimensions (MAYBE???), and of course, amiibo. They also review an app, dive in to the Community Question from Twitter and read some more awesome emails.

BONUS: amiibo Newscast INVASION Mar 22, 2015

Josh and Jason were invited on as guests to the amiibo Newscast, hosted by @amiibonews aka amiibo Jason aka Jason #2. The three have some good discussions about amiibo, Nintendo and a couple of franchises sworn to remain nameless.

Episode 9 - LEGO Inq Mar 17, 2015

Regular co-hosts Josh and Jason are joined by a new, third member of the podcast, who oddly enough doesn't have a first name that starts with a "J". His name is Dan, and is ready to be a strong addition to the Toys For Games Cast ... but unfortunately, the Skype gremlins got the best of our dear Dan. In the meantime, the crew talk about the impending release of Skylanders Spring and Wave 4 characters, the amiibo wait-and-see game, a potential fourth franchise jumping into the game genre (LEGO), and Jason's overwhelming excitement about Disney Infinity news. Also, more Community Question responses via Twitter, some awesome emails and all the normal debauchery that hits your ears every week.

Time Stamps:

What we've collected this week: 00:08:20

Skylanders: 00:19:15

Disney Infinity: 00:24:00

amiibo: 00:41:11

LEGO?: 01:04:20

Twitter Community Question: 01:11:02

Emails: 01:16:16

Collector's Edition vol. 1 Mar 10, 2015

Josh and Jason have a very special edition of the Toys For Games Cast! This is the official Collector's Edition of the podcast, where they talk about a bunch of the random things they collect that DON'T have anything to do with Skylanders, Disney Infinity or amiibo. Do you collect Funko vinyl Pop! figures? What about Tsum Tsums? Possibly Hot Wheels? Well, if you have that collector's gene, this special edition is for you!

Episode 8 - Pay It Forward Mar 10, 2015

Josh returns and drags Jason #1 back into the co-host role, as they discuss the continued lack of news about Disney Infinity, the silence of Skylanders, the existence of the elusive Bunny Earth Trap, and the current rumors and speculation of amiibo as everyone sits around waiting for brighter days for collectors. They also read the Community Question responses and tackle some emails and questions as well.

TIME STAMPS:

Disney Infinity - 16:50

Skylanders - 27:50

amiibo - 39:10

Community Question - 1:09:45

Emails - 1:20:53

Episode 7 - No Bunny For You Mar 05, 2015

Josh is back with another episode of the Toys For Games Cast, but without his partner-in-crime and regular co-host, Jason #1. Instead of forcing 2 hours of nothing but Josh on the listeners, he reached out to friend Joe STATE to help him through the podcast. They talk about a cool Disney Infinity sale, Skylanders catching amiiboitis, and the always changing state of amiibo supply and demand. The duo also dive into the Community Question and read a bunch of fun emails from the great community.

Time Stamps:

What we bought this week - 05:05

Disney Infinity - 12:45

Skylanders - 19:50

amiibo - 25:45

Is this rare? - 47:05

Community Quesiton - 55:25

Email Story Time - 1:07:56

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Episode 6 - Somewhat Okay Feb 27, 2015

The internet's number one toys-to-life podcast is back!

Josh and Jason (v1.0) are back once again for another fun podcast full of Skylanders, Disney Infinity and Nintendo amiibo news, notes, stories and information drops. They also reach out to the community for the weekly Twitter questions and read some more amazingly funny emails.

Time stamps:

Disney Infinity = 18:51

Skylanders = 32:42

amiibo = 47:25

Funko pop? = 1:25:00

Community question = 1:28:08

Emails = 1:31:15

Episode 5 - amiibodome Feb 19, 2015

Your favorite collectors, Josh and Jason, are back after an action-packed weak of news and notes, mostly pertaining to Nintendo's amiibo. In order to get a full grasp on all the news, they enlisted some help for the podcast, as they invited on Jason (#2) from @amiibonews! Worlds collide in this epic podcast. Skylanders and Disney Infinity get a little love too, and also some listener emails and Josh and Jason's awesome stories from this last week.

Episode 4 - All That Glitters Feb 10, 2015

Jason and Josh are back with another episode of Toys For Games 'Cast, talking about all things regarding Disney Infinity, Skylanders and amiibo. We cover the Tron announcement, the cutest Trap ever and the already elusive silver and gold Marios. Also, tons of emails, tweets and the Community Question!

Time stamps:

00:10:45 - Disney Infinity

00:20:20 - Skylanders

00:32:50 - amiibo

01:01:15 - Community Question

01:18:50 - Emails

Episode 3 - Dear Diary Feb 03, 2015

Jason and Josh talk all things in the world of collecting, specifically for Disney Infinity, Skylanders and Nintendo's amiibo. Discussed are: Jasmine release, Skylanders variants, and the continued amiibo hysteria.

Episode 2 - Mario Madness Jan 26, 2015

Your favorite self-admitted collecting adicts are back by popular demand for their second episode! This week they chat about what they've picked up this week for their own collections, Collector Editions of Disney Infinity characters, new seasonal Skylanders variants and of course, the amiibo confusion. Oh, and be sure to listen to the end for a special podcast giveaway! Happy hunting, collectors!

Episode 1 - Collectors Unite Jan 19, 2015

Jason and Josh, the two hosts of the show, talk about how they started collecting, how far down the rabbit hole they have fallen, and the current state of Skylanders, Disney Infinity and Nintendo's amiibo figurines.

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