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New Squishy and Plush Collectibles Bring Creator-Led Characters to Life

New Squishy and Plush Collectibles Bring Creator-Led Characters to Life
New Squishy and Plush Collectibles Bring Creator-Led Characters to Life

Creator-driven collectible brands are growing through License 2 Play with new toys, characters, and entertainment experiences. The latest launches spotlight character-inspired squishies, plush collectibles, and digital content designed to engage fans across play and storytelling.

MushyKinz offers kids squishy collectibles inspired by online content. | Source: License 2 Play

MushyKinz is making its U.S. retail debut with character-based squishy collectibles inspired by its online content. Created by Erin Degan, Anna Altamirano, and Christian Owens, the brand features expressive characters designed for collecting and sensory play.

The lineup includes boxed collectibles, rarity-based three-packs, glitter-filled squishies, dessert-inspired designs, and bag charms. Each character highlights a distinct personality and story, encouraging fans to collect and share their favorites.

A feature-length Deddy Bears film is on the way. | Source: License 2 Play

Deddy Bears is expanding beyond toys with new entertainment projects. Developed by Innov8 Creative Academy, the collectible plush brand will debut animated YouTube content later this spring, with a feature-length film in development. The brand is also exploring gaming integrations and interactive collectible experiences, bringing its characters to new platforms.

Frank the Fish holds a fish, just like his dating profile. | Source: License 2 Play

Also launching, Bad Date Bears introduces plush collectibles inspired by familiar dating personalities and social trends. The characters come in dating app-style packaging and feature distinct backstories, offering a playful take on modern relationships through character-driven designs.

Together, the new launches highlight how creator-led brands are blending collectibles, storytelling, and digital engagement to build immersive play experiences for fans.

Caregivers and preorder and learn more at license-2-play.com.


DEDDY BEARS LIL’ COFFIN DODGERS

These deadly plush animals come in coffins, but they’re as harmless as can be. Kids can add the characters Squash, Howler, Beezelbear, and more to their spooky collections.

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DEDDY BEARS BLIND BAGS

Collectible 4-inch plush Deddy Bears come in surprise bags, with six characters available to collect.

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  • $4.99

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DEDDY BEARS JUMBO 12-INCH PLUSH

These plush teddy bears have a dark and eerie twist — they come in body bags, each with an autopsy report and death certificate.

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  • $29.99

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DEDDY BEARS SERIES 5

The six new creepy-yet-cute Deddy Bears plush, including Edgar Allen Crow and Virus, are packaged in miniature coffins. Each comes with a collectible augmented reality card and access to Roblox’s Deddy Bears Tower Defense game.

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  • $5.99

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