Disney Villainous fans can look forward to a new expand-alone expansion of their fave game line. Acclaimed game-maker Ravensburger recently announced the debut of Despicable Plots.
Play the part of a Disney villain in this imaginative expansion addition. Disney Villainous: Despicable Plots features three new villains in the popular game pack pick: Gaston (Beauty and the Beast), Lady Tremaine (Cinderella), and The Horned King (The Black Cauldron).
To become a villainous victor, gamers must play the roles of each of the three characters. Gaston needs to make Belle believe he’s the perfect man for her by removing obstacles from his Realm, Lady Tremaine must convince the Prince to marry Anastasia or Drizella, and The Horned King must fill his Realm with the Cauldron Born.
Disney Villainous: Despicable Plots features three Realm Boards, three Villain Movers, 90 Villain Cards, 45 Fate Cards, 58 Tokens, three Reference Cards, three Villain Guides, and instructions. The game is intended for children and adults ages 10 and up. While two to three players can join in on the fun in Despicable Plots, you can add the game to other Disney Villainous boxes and include up to six players total.
The game retails for $24.99 and is currently available for pre-order and at Target. Target shoppers can snag a limited-edition, featuring a bronze Gaston game piece and special game sleeve. Look for Disney Villainous: Despicable Plots in stores nationally on Feb. 28, 2021.
While football season may look different this year, that doesn’t mean you can’t tote along a new cooler packed with your favorite refreshments. Thankfully, Igloo just launched a set of special edition coolers perfect for the season: spooky villains.
The seven quart, nine-can cooler comes in four designs that feature Cruella, Maleficent, the Evil Queen and Ursula. The classic tent-top design retails for $39.99.
So here’s the bad news: currently Maleficent and Ursula are sold out and the only place to buy is through Igloo. In the meantime, you can shop plenty of other awesome designs like Jack Skellington, Olaf and Mickey & Minnie Mouse.
You can find the Igloo villain collection and the rest of the company’s Disney designs at igloocoolers.com.
Halloween may look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean the fun needs to stop. These board games will help keep the spirit alive during the spooky season. Grab your favorite treats and plan a screaming good time with your family.
Photo courtesy of Ravensburger
Disney Hocus Pocus: The Game
Stop the Sanderson sisters before the sun rises! Disney Hocus Pocus: The Game is a quick-to-play, cooperative game that includes your favorite spells and quotes from the film, as well as a special appearance from Binx the cat. Players work together to stop the Sanderson sisters from draining the lives of Salem’s children by ruining their potion before the sun rises.
Funko Disney The Haunted Mansion – Call of The Spirits Board Game
Disney’s beloved The Haunted Mansion comes to life—err, death—in this hauntingly fun family board game! Explore all the classic rooms of the ghost-infested manor, from the festivities-filled Ballroom to the Attic and out to the Graveyard and beyond in search of spirits. Beware, though, of the Hitchhiking Ghosts, who are notorious for “following you home” as that may spell your doom in the end!
Sometimes you have to lie to get to the truth in the Clue Liars Edition board game where players use Investigation cards to help them figure out who killed Mr. Boddy in the mansion. Players pick a card and read it out loud, trying to play it cool and convince other players that they’re telling the truth…even if they’re not. If a player suspects they’re lying they can call that player out by hitting the “Liar Button.” Were they caught lying or were they telling the truth? Either way, an Evidence card is revealed and players move one step closer to cracking the case. When a player is ready to make an accusation, they secretly look at the cards placed inside the case file envelope to reveal “Who, What, and Where.” A correct accusation wins the game!
Imagine classic Disney villains stealing, scheming, and competing to see who is the most evil of all! In this Monopoly Board Game: Disney Villains Edition, players travel around the board using a villain token and play as Cruella, Jafar, Scar, Evil Queen, Maleficent, or Hook. The more villains a player hires, the more rent they’ll be able to collect. Activate a character’s special ability by acquiring the Flames of Power ring, change gameplay with Poison Apple cards, and advance on the board by landing on a Vehicle space. The last player with money when all other players have gone bankrupt wins!
This exciting, easy-to-learn cooperative game plays in 20 minutes every time! Team up to save the city from monstrous threats—from space aliens and spider robots to an oozing building-sized blob! As you race around the city rescuing scientists and collecting tools, the app audio track provides urgent news bulletins announcing where the latest threats are attacking. You are the city’s last defense!
In this Monopoly: Ghostbusters Edition Game, players travel around the board buying up Ghostbusting contracts. The game features scenes, characters, tokens, and artwork inspired by the original Ghostbusters movie. Landing on a Supernatural Entity space has players teaming up to battle Slimer, Stay Puft, Library Ghost, or Vinz Clortho to save the city! The last player with petty cash when all other players have gone bankrupt wins! Includes gameboard, 6 tokens, Ghost Trap card holder, 22 Contract cards, 32 Roaming Vapor cards, 32 Ghost Traps, 12 Containment Units, 2 dice, pack of petty cash, and game guide. Requires 2x 1.5V AAA Alkaline Batteries.
Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, the Wolf Man and others have thrilled and terrified horror fans for almost 100 years, and this Halloween they are bringing spine-chilling fun to your table with Horrified: Universal Monsters. Fans of classic horror movies or clever strategy tabletop games will all enjoy a chance to play the heroes against some of the biggest monsters of all time. PLUS, for the collector or hobby crowd, the player pieces are high-quality crafted miniatures that can be painted and treasured.
In the Funkoverse Strategy Game, combine favorite characters and go head-to-head in a race for points! This edition includes unique playable characters, including Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie, and Dr. Finkelstein from the beloved Disney classic, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.
The Dungeons & Dragons Adventure Begins cooperative board game is a fun, fast entry into the world of D&D. Players choose their characters and journey as they travel through the lands of Neverwinter, and work together to overcome fantastic obstacles, battle monsters, and defeat the Boss monster terrorizing the realm. The role of Dungeon Master passes from player to player with each turn, so everyone gets to be part of the storytelling. This fantasy game makes a great gift for the emerging D&D fan. Game includes 4 mini-figures, 4 Boss tiles, 4 20-sided dice, 10-sided Dungeon Master die, damage clip, 4 health trackers, plastic deck holder, 20 character tiles, 4 dungeon boards, 24 gold, 4 adventure decks, item deck, 4 reference cards, 8 backpack cards, 12 gatekeeper cards, part stand, and game rules.
Dominate the Marvel Universe as an iconic comic book villain in this new extension of the Villainous franchise. In Marvel Villainous: Infinite Power, each villain follows a unique path to victory and uses different abilities to face other villains and mighty heroes from across the universe. Choose to embody Thanos, Hela, Ultron, Killmonger or Taskmaster and then move to different locations within your domain – all while dealing twists of fate to your opponents from a shared fate deck.
Don’t be fooled by the name, this monster-themed bingo game is full of quirky creatures that are way more Monsters Inc. than Creepshow and it’s easy-peasy to play. Instead of calling out “B-34!” or “N-22!” you’ll be shouting out “Hairy Jim!” and “Booboo!” much to the delight of your kids. Because the images are so distinct, reading is not necessary to be able to play the game. For 3-7 players, so perfect for an easy Halloween party activity. Includes a “monster box” that you build to pull the calling cards out of.
Want to get a little literate with your gaming? Try out these Ghost Story Dice, a perfect family game for any dark and stormy night. Just roll the dice to determine your story: you’ll see story elements like characters (vampires, headless horseman) settings (long dark coordinator) and special powers (invisibility). Once you’ve got your dice, you can draw or write your masterpiece. Each player can do their own, or each family member can contribute to the greater story. Recommended for ages 3 and up because of the choking hazard of the dice, but we think toddlers can get in on this game with supervision. This is also a great travel game because the dice will fit easily in a Ziplock baggie.
DC just unveiled their plans for a global Batman Day celebration on Sept. 19, 2020. Fans of all ages are invited to participate in a wide-range of activities to honor the iconic DC Super hero. For the first time, fans will have the opportunity to drive along with a “Batman and The Riddler” theme on Waze.
While driving you can tune in to the Waze and DC Superhero or Super-Villain playlists on Spotify via the Waze Audio Player feature.
Additonally fans will be able to access free digital comics, free activity kits for kids, a Batman Virtual 5K/10K Run/Walk and even a digital mystery to solve in which fans can put on their cape and cowl and transform into their strongest self.
Fans can also team up with Batman to protect Gotham City in a series of digital activities, such as joining the celebration on social media and helping Batman to piece together a series of clues left behind by The Riddler. If you can decode these mischievous hints, you’ll unlock exclusive, limited-time reveals! The adventure begins when the virtual Bat-Signal lights up at 12 p.m. PT, Sept. 18, on the @DCComics Twitter.
The new Waze Batman theme allows for more than 100 million monthly active Waze users to ride along with Batman and The Riddler from Aug. 31 to Oct. 31. Waze drivers can opt to hear directions in the style of Batman, voiced by Batman: The Animated Series actor Kevin Conroy, as well as select a custom Batmobile icon and Batman mood. Drivers who want a slightly more villainous experience can select The Riddler voice directions (voiced by actor Wally Wingert), mood and custom vehicle. Waze users worldwide can experience the Batman theme in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Fans can join in on social media using the hashtag #BatmanDay and visit http://www.BatmanDay.com for the latest news and updates.
It’s only February but at Disney World plans are already in full swing for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The Magic Kingdom has just announced the dates for this year’s spook-tacular event—and you can already purchase tickets!
Returning Halloween favorites include Mickey’s “Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade, “Not So Spooky Spectacular” (a magical fireworks extravaganza hosted by Jack Skellington) and sweet treats—including allergy-free options—for young trick-or-treaters around the park.
Read on all the fun you can look forward to in 2020 at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Time to Party
The party kicks off Aug. 13 and runs through Nov. 1, 2019 with tickets available for the following dates:
Join Jack Skellington as he tells a fireworks-focused story about Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy in a dizzying array of lights and sounds.
Amok, Amok, Amok!
Join the Sanderson sisters at the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular for a bewitching experience.
Rock Out
During the event, if you take a ride aboard Space Mountain you’ll be treated to a special “hard-rockin’ soundtrack.”
Dance the Night Away
Tear up the dance floor with your favorite Disney Junior characters at the new Storybook Circus Disney Junior Jam.
Not So Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party
Head to Tomorrowland Terrace and get your fill of sweets and drinks that include ice cream, cupcakes, chocolate-dipped strawberries, fruit and cheese. Beverage likes such as signature lemonades, coffee, tea and hot chocolate will also available. This event is only available on select nights and include fees starting at $59.
Light Up the Night
The Mad Tea Party will feature Halloween-themed lighting and effects.
A Little Mischief & Magic
Fans can visit with a few of their favorite Disney villain friends at the Cinderella Castle Forecourt stage.
Now your little ninja can become their fave LEGO hero or villain! LEGOLAND Florida is kicking off 2020 with LEGO NINJAGO Days in January and February.
Visit LEGOLAND Florida on select Saturdays (Jan. 25-26, Feb. 1-2 and Feb. 8-9) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to enjoy plenty of NINJAGO-themed awesomeness.
Along with meet and greets featuring your kiddo’s fave LEGO characters and kid-friendly treats (such as kid-themed candy sushi, chocolate fortune cookies, strawberry cheesecake egg rolls, sensei snack mix and ninja nachos), the weekend-long events will also give your child the chance to “be the ninja.”
Events and activities include meet-ups with characters Kai, Nya, Lloyd, Master Wu and for the first time ever, Zane and P.I.X.A.L., a “ninjoga” kids’ yoga class, real-life ninja demonstrations, the Earth Beats ninja-inspired music and drumming show and plenty of chances to win prizes.
As if that’s not enough, your child can also hone their IRL martial arts skills in the Ninja Training Camp, dress the part at Wu’s Warehouse and blast fireballs on LEGO NINJAGO The Ride.
Guests of the LEGOLAND Hotel can also enjoy nightly ninja entertainment, a ninja-themed dance party and a competition LEGO build. For more information and to make your reservation, visit the LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s website here.
—Erica Loop
Photos: Chip Litherland, LOCK + LAND for LEGOLAND Florida Resort
It’s not often the villain steals your heart, but this new Maleficent 2 bear from Build-A-Bear will do exactly that.
Decked out in her iconic black and purple robes and topped with that horned headpiece, the Disney Maleficent-inspired Bear is a must have for any fan of the film, young or old.
Sold exclusively online, the Maleficent Bear features soft black fur with the horns sewn on for $33.
She is also available in a bundle, which includes her robes (sold individually for $18.50) and gold scepter ($5.50) that can attach to her paw with an elastic band. You can score the entire set for $57 online.
To celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Build-A-Bear Workshop is adding a new Darth Maul to its Star Wars line of bears.
This Sith Lord is about as cuddly as they come. Despite being on the Dark Side, this furry villain is the perfect addition to your Build-A-Bear collection. The Darth Maul Bear joins the steadily growing Build-A-Bear Workshop Star Wars line which includes Kylo Ren Star Wars Bear, Rey Bear, Stormtrooper Bear, Chewbacca Bear and more.
Completing this devious bear is Darth Maul’s signature double-sided lightsaber, which lights up and makes noises.
The Darth Maul Bear is an online exclusive, so you won’t be able to nab this bear and his lightsaber in stores. The gift set, which includes the bear and his lightsaber is priced at $55.50, will be available starting on Oct. 4, also known as Triple Force Friday.
Get ready for another live-action Disney reboot. Walt Disney Studios recently released a sneak peek pic of Emma Stone as 101 Dalmatian’s Cruella de Vil in the classic flick’s prequel simply titled Cruella.
The younger, non-animated version of the infamous Disney villain will make her way to the big screen in 2021, courtesy of Stone. Like the original, Stone’s version sports two-toned black and white curls—and plenty of edginess.
So what should you expect of the film? Stone teased, “It’s 1970s, set in London––can you get out of my eyeliner please?” The actress continues, “It’s punk rock. A great cast.”
If you’re totally on pins and needles waiting for this live-action film to hit theaters, you still have some time to go. As of now, Cruella’s debut date is set for May 28, 2021.
What better way to start your fall day than with a bowl of spooky cereal? Funko is launching a line of Disney villain breakfast cereals featuring Nightmare Before Christmas and Little Mermaid characters, and you’re going to want to try them all.
The first two villains getting the cereal treatment are Oogie Boogie from The Nightmare Before Christmas and Ursula from The Little Mermaid. The cereal itself will consist of colored rings (think Fruit Loops), which will be a neon green for the Oogie Boogie cereal and dark purple for Ursula.
Currently, there’s no word on what they will taste like, but each box will also come packaged with a miniature Funko Pocket POP! toy of the characters.
According to Insider, Funko plans to roll out more cereals based on other famous Disney villains, but there’s no information yet on which characters those will be or when the cereal will be available.
The Oogie Boogie and Ursula cereals will be sold exclusively at Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween stores nationwide starting Sep. 11. If you just can’t wait, however, you can pre-order the cereals online for $10.99 a box at Spencer’s and Spirit Halloween.
