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As the evenings draw in and the temperature drops, there’s no better time to gather friends and family for an evening of entertainment. From cosy nights in, to dinner parties with a difference, murder mystery games offer a fantastic way to bring people together. Introducing Murder Mystery Party x The Madame Blanc Mysteries: Lights, Camera, Murder - a thrilling new game from University Games, inspired by the popular television series and perfect for fans of crime, intrigue and a little friendly suspicion! The Perfect Recipe for a Killer Evening With the popularity of crime dramas and at-home entertainment, murder mystery...

Jelly Armchair founders and sisters, Liz and Cat, brought their much-loved illustrations and infectious enthusiasm to Harrogate Home & Gift last month, where they joined the University Games and Lagoon team to support the retail launch of the new Pundamental games and puzzles collection. Meeting customers on the University Games and Lagoon stand, the duo proved a real draw for visitors, with existing Jelly Armchair stockists excited to discover the new games and puzzles, while many retailers new to the brand were inspired to open accounts after seeing the collection and hearing the stories behind the artwork. Now available to...

University Games UK is exhibiting at the Toymaster Show from 19th - 21st May 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa. The annual event is one of the biggest dates in the UK toy industry calendar, bringing together independent retailers, suppliers and leading brands from across the country.  Visitors to our stand can look forward to seeing the latest from our growing games and toys portfolio, including the ever-popular Squeeze Popper range - now launching with fresh new packaging while keeping the same great product everyone loves. The Toymaster Show is always a fantastic opportunity to...

The Pundamental range joins the University Games portfolio to offer amusing and giftable products for the whole family. Lagoon has announced the launch of Pundamental, a brand-new humorous and playful range of card games and puzzles from illustrated brand Jelly Armchair. Created for retailers seeking something light-hearted with strong gift appeal, the Pundamental collection puts a playful twist on a classic game. It showcases Jelly Armchair’s instantly recognisable style, pairing stylish illustrations with sharp, witty wordplay. The range includes All Puns & Games – Food & Drink Edition and Animal Edition, packed with clever wordplay and visual jokes such as Melon Collie,...

This Christmas, inspire curiosity and creativity with a gift that’s truly hands-on! The National Geographic – How Things Work collection brings science, engineering, and fun together in a range of interactive 3D puzzles and build-it-yourself kits. Perfect for curious kids, these clever construction sets show exactly how everyday mechanisms work - from rockets and racing cars to periscopes and hydraulic lifts. And the best part? Once you’ve built them, they become real, working toys! 🧩 Build, Learn & Play Each kit in the How Things Work collection combines STEM learning with the joy of play. Inside every box, you’ll find beautifully...