Toy Fair 2017: USAopoly Licenses Sideshow’s Court of the Dead for Games, Puzzles, and More
The 2017 Toy Fair is under way in New York City, and some news hit our inbox today that involves one of our favorite properties: Sideshow’s Court of the Dead. Gamer maker USAopoly has signed a licensing deal with Sideshow for its original dark fantasy property and will create a signature Court of the Dead tabletop board game, deluxe puzzles, tarot cards, and more.
We have more details plus a teaser image below!
From the Press Release:
World-renowned collectibles maker Sideshow and beloved toy and game company USAopoly announced a new partnership at New York Toy Fair 2017. Under the global licensing deal, USAoply will produce various new signature games and collectibles based on Sideshow’s Court of the Dead property for release in late 2017 and beyond. The products will be released under USAopoly’s new Project Raygun division.
A new, original Court of the Dead tabletop board game is being planned for a 2018 release. This game will expand on the lore of the property currently available as digital comics on the Court of the Dead website and in the 200-page handbook, The Chronicles of the Underworld.
A selection of 1000-piece premium puzzles featuring Sideshow’s incredible Court of the Dead art is expected to be available in late 2017. An official tarot deck, as well as a playing card deck, infused with the charmingly morbid atmosphere of the Court, will also see release later this year.
Sideshow is primarily known for producing high-end museum-quality sculptural art inspired by comic books, movies, and popular culture. However, in 2013, the acclaimed design studio launched a flagship original property: The Court of the Dead. To date, the dark fantasy universe features a collection of 13 Premium Format Figures and 22 premium art prints. The Court of the Dead product line includes some of Sideshow’s most sought-after collectibles.
“Partnering with Sideshow is an honor; as fans and collectors ourselves, we know their reputation for quality and craftsmanship is second to none,” said Mike Gonzales, Vice President of Project Raygun.
“As gamers ourselves, gaming is baked into the DNA of the Court of the Dead. Choosing the right partner to develop a game for the property was something we were very particular about, both professionally and personally. And we could not ask for a better partner than USAopoly and Project Raygun. The Court of the Dead game will transport you to the Underworld and have you spinning in your grave,” said Tom Gilliland, Sideshow Chief Creative Officer and Creator of Court of the Dead.
In the dark fantasy universe of the Court of the Dead, the savage war between Heaven and Hell is fueled by mortal souls. Death and his Court are the unlikely heroes who struggle to overcome their dark natures in order to restore balance to all the realms.
COURT OF THE DEAD – TABLETOP GAME
A new Court of the Dead tabletop board game is being planned for a 2018 release. The game will feature more of the stunning original artwork that has captivated fans of this enchanting new horror property.
COURT OF THE DEAD – PREMIUM PUZZLES
A selection of 1000-piece premium puzzles featuring Sideshow’s incredible Court of the Dead art is expected to be available in late 2017.
COURT OF THE DEAD – TAROT AND PLAYING CARDS
An official tarot deck, as well as a playing card deck, infused with the charmingly morbid atmosphere of the Court, will also see release later this year.
2018 AND BEYOND
The future looks delightfully dark as well. Project Raygun is planning to release a Court of the Dead vinyl mini-figure line and soft prop plush characters and weaponry in 2018.
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