This week's game and toy news covers console, PC, mobile, and Roblox releases, with Mattel, Nintendo, Outright Games, and other publishers rolling out new titles, seasonal updates, and cross-brand collaborations.
Mattel and Skidos lead new family-friendly launches
Mattel Game Studios and Twin Atlas launched Masters of the Universe: Battle for Grayskull, a faction-based action RPG available worldwide on Roblox. Inspired by last summer's film and decades of franchise lore, it lets players join He-Man and the Heroic Warriors or Skeletor and the Evil Warriors in a battle for Castle Grayskull. Players explore Eternia locations including Snake Mountain and Subternia, complete quests, defeat bosses, collect gear, and customize playstyles through an evolving skill tree and player-driven choices.
Skidos and SmileyWorld partnered on Happier Minds, an interactive experience designed to help children recognize, express, and navigate everyday emotions through play, with stories, mood check-ins, and calming activities. It builds on Skidos' emotional well-being programming since 2023 and SmileyWorld's Happier Schools Project.
Ares Interactive, Moose Toys outline October events
Ares Interactive is adding content across three titles this October, including a limited-time Ghostbusters crossover in Heroes vs. Hordes running through Nov. 20. The Walking Dead: Aftermath adds Carol, Glenn, and Judith alongside Halloween-themed events, while Baseball Hits 26 celebrates the postseason with three playoff events, new players, and Playoff Points currency.
Moose Toys and Gamefam are bringing MrBeast Lab to Roblox for the first time through a limited-time event inside Untitled Fling Game from Oct. 17 to Nov. 14. The activation introduces Mega-Tech Mutators Panthar, Silver-Byte, and NecroClaw, with a branded area, character-inspired quests, and themed rewards. Players fling mutation liquid at the Mutators to break them out of containment pods, then take on challenges tied to the characters' claws, metal objects, and corrupted items; a Gold Variant is hidden in the game. It marks the fourth consecutive holiday season that the companies have partnered on Roblox activations; their collaborations have brought five Moose franchises to the platform, generating more than 100 million gameplay sessions and 650 million brand engagements. The companies say more than 56% of players were more likely to purchase the featured product line after playing with the franchise on Roblox following Moose's 2024 holiday campaign.
Nintendo, Outright Games, and Mattel expand holiday lineups
Nintendo is returning to Wuhu Island with Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, launching exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on Oct. 22. The game features 12 sports, including Boxing, Archery, and Thumb Wrestling, plus activities and minigames for all experience levels. Players can explore by skateboard, power cruiser, or prop plane, compete in the new Island Crown Mode, and earn Spocco Points for customization. Personalized Sportsmate and Mii characters are supported, with local and online play.
Outright Games is sending the Grinch back to Who-ville in The Grinch 2: Saving Christmas. Players control the Grinch as he explores snowy environments, collects ornaments, and tackles challenges to create the ultimate Christmas tree for the Whos. Locations include Mt. Crumpit, the Grinch's Cave, and Who-ville, with gadgets such as Rocket Skates, a Jetpack, and a Snowball Maker. The adventure supports solo play or local co-op, and Max joins the fun.
Mattel, Bitmap Bureau, and Clear River Games announced He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction, a retro-inspired 2D brawler with pixel-art visuals and classic arcade action. Players fight as He-Man, Man-At-Arms, or Teela, with She-Ra unlockable in future play-throughs, against Skeletor, Evil-Lyn, Beast Man, Trap Jaw, and other villains across 13 stages. It features iconic locations, Battle Cat combat, unique character styles, and two-player local co-op. The game launches Feb. 4, 2027; preorders are open through Limited Run Games through Nov. 22.
Nintendo adds merchandise, events, and eShop releases
Nintendo also expanded its holiday offerings. Hundreds of merchandise items previously exclusive to its New York and San Francisco stores are now available nationwide through nintendo.com and the Nintendo Store app, including apparel, collectibles, and accessories inspired by Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, Pikmin, and Splatoon. Nintendo Account members can enter the My Nintendo Holiday Magic Sweepstakes through Nov. 2 for a chance to win a two-night New York City trip for up to four people, including travel accommodations, a personal tour of Nintendo New York, and holiday activities. Travel takes place Dec. 3-7.
The week's eShop lineup includes Bluey's Happy Snaps, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and several Resident Evil titles, alongside It Takes Two on Switch 2. Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition arrive on Switch 2 beginning Oct. 16, with a limited-time discount through Nov. 7. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 launches Oct. 23 for Switch 2, with digital preorders offering early access to Campaign and DMZ modes. Switch Online + Expansion Pack members can revisit three Game Boy Advance titles, and The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask soundtrack has joined Nintendo Music. Pokemon Pokopia's Pumpkaboo's Sweet Surprises event runs Oct. 17-Nov. 1.
Toca Boca and Netflix bring KPop Demon Hunters to Toca Boca World
Toca Boca and Netflix are bringing KPop Demon Hunters into Toca Boca World on Oct. 27. The collaboration adds fashion, music, and character-inspired content based on HUNTR/X, the Saja Boys, and other characters. Players can mix and match everyday outfits and stage-ready looks, while a new in-game music player features four soundtrack songs: "How It's Done," "Golden," "Soda Pop," and "Your Idol," available for a limited time. The update builds on Toca Boca World's earlier brand and music partnerships. It also extends to Netflix Playground, where Toca Boca Jr Kitchen has received a KPop Demon Hunters-inspired update, available on iOS and Android at no additional cost with a Netflix subscription.