Series 4 of the Hot Wheels NFT Garage, set for release on December 15, will be the first offering of Mattel Digital Collectibles to launch on the new marketplace.
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. , (November 21, 2022) – Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today it has launched its own digital collectibles (NFT) marketplace on Mattel Creations, the company’s collector and direct-to-consumer platform. Series 4 of the Hot Wheels NFT Garage, set for release on December 15, will be the first offering of Mattel Digital Collectibles to launch on the new marketplace.
The Mattel Creations Digital Collectibles Marketplace is built on the Flow blockchain, a fast, decentralized, and eco-friendly blockchain designed to support consumer-scale decentralized applications serving mainstream audiences. Made for mainstream consumers, the Mattel Creations Digital Collectibles Marketplace will not require users to own cryptocurrency to make purchases and will integrate a peer-to-peer trading platform that will allow collectors to trade their digital collectibles between them in early 2023. Also coming in early 2023, customers who own Hot Wheels Garage NFTs on the WAX blockchain will be able to transfer their tokens to Flow in a 1 for 1 exchange.
Developed by the same team behind Hot Wheels die-cast cars, Series 4 of the Hot Wheels NFT Garage is the latest way for fans to collect valuable and rare digital artwork from the iconic Mattel IP and features some of Hot Wheels’ most popular car designs in an all-new, digital format. Series 4 artwork is comprised of 60 cars from McLaren, Chevrolet, Honda, Aston Martin, Oldsmobile, Pagani, and Cadillac, as well as many Hot Wheels originals. Sold in packs that are priced at $25 each, customers can purchase up to eight packs per transaction. Each pack includes seven Hot Wheels NFTs: four basics, two epics, and one guaranteed rare car. Collectors lucky enough to receive a Premium or Treasure Hunt digital collectible (Pagani Huayra, '82 Cadillac® Seville™, '69 COPO Corvette®, Chevy® Silverado™ Off Road, or McLaren F1 GTR) will be able to redeem them for a physical die-cast replica. These premium grade, die-cast cars are among some of the rarest Hot Wheels vehicles available. While supplies last, there is no limit to the number of transactions customers can make.
“Mattel is pioneering the future of play, constantly deepening our connection with fans of all ages in both the physical and digital worlds,” said Ron Friedman, Vice President at Mattel Future Lab. “In launching our own marketplace, we’re able to translate iconic Mattel IP into digital art, engaging directly with our customers and providing a best-in-class user experience. This is the latest evolution of our digital endeavors, and we look forward to sharing more drops soon inspired by some of the world’s favorite Mattel brands.”
Mattel, which owns one of the strongest catalogs of children's and family entertainment franchises in the world, was the first toy company to launch NFTs and continues to expand in digital collectibles and experiences. Previous releases of the Hot Wheels NFT Garage sold out instantly, as did Barbie’s collection of digital collectibles in collaboration with fashion house Balmain. Other Mattel initiatives in this area include the Cryptoys x Masters of the Universe collection and the Barbie x Boss Beauties offering.
To visit and learn more about the Mattel Creations Digital Collectibles Marketplace, please visit here .
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About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain, and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends®, UNO®, and MEGA®, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming and digital experiences, music, and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us online at mattel.com.
About Hot Wheels
As a 54-year-old brand more relevant today than ever before, Hot Wheels is the world’s leading vehicle franchise which represents and unites all segments of car culture. For decades Hot Wheels has proven its influence in automotive and pop culture with legendary design and epic performance. Through unparalleled collaborations with global leaders in streetwear, fashion, luxury, entertainment, action sports and motorsports, Hot Wheels is the #1 selling toy in the world* with over 8 billion vehicles sold. The brand engages fans of every generation through immersive live events, global competitions, theme park attractions, world-class digital gaming, consumer products and film and television content.
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif, October 27, 2021 – Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) is dropping the first-ever collaboration between UNO and Nike, featuring a product line developed in coordination with the 2019-20 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and UNO fan, Giannis Antetokounmpo.
“I want every product to be genuine and authentic, and playing UNO with my brothers is a big part of our lives,” said Antetokounmpo. “The Nike team has done a great job bringing my ideas to life, and I think they've created something for every Nike, UNO and basketball fan in this collection.”
“Working with Nike and Giannis to design and curate this collection was truly an honor, and this collaboration shows how UNO can bring people together, including the Antetokounmpo family,” said Ray Adler, Global Head of Games, Mattel. “Partnering with this iconic brand and world-renowned athlete is the perfect celebration of UNO’s 50th anniversary.”
The collaboration features details that celebrate Giannis and his family’s love of UNO, incorporating the game's iconic colors, design elements and a special 3-4 card design into the following products:
- Footwear line featuring Nike’s signature Zoom Freak 3, Air Force 1 and Offline with UNO colorways and Giannis’s design. There will also be a Zoom Freak 3 Member-only black colorway with an UNO 50th anniversary logo on the tongue and wild cards across the toe, plus fun primary color hits to complete the UNO look.
- Special-edition Nike apparel capsule including a classic cotton t-shirt and hat with Giannis’s number displayed. The footwear line and apparel capsule will be sold on Nike.com in the coming months.
- Giannis-branded UNO deck featuring a new rule where players can “force a turnover” to steal an extra discard. The deck will be sold on Mattel Creations and NTWRK starting November 11.
As a part of the collaboration, the UNO! Mobile app will integrate the Giannis-branded UNO deck to use on iOS and Android devices. With the cards, players can use the “force a turnover” rule and decorate their profiles with themed rewards. The cards and other rewards will be available during the UNO x Giannis in-app event from November 1 through November 30.
Through the Mattel Creations platform, Mattel creates highly curated, specialty offerings that both celebrate and stretch Mattel’s intellectual property. Mattel Creations collaborates with today’s most imaginative artists, brands, and pop culture influencers to remix Mattel’s iconic toys into entirely new inspired designs where toys become art and art is influenced by toys.
Fans can visit @UNO, Nike and @MattelCreations and for more information.
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