July 12, 2005 (SEATTLE) - WizKids Inc., creator of the runaway hit games HeroClix® and Pirates of the Spanish Main™, is proud to announce that Pirates of the Crimson Coast™ has been picked by Stevanne Auerbach, Ph.D, as one of Dr. Toy's Best Vacation Products of 2005. Stevanne Auerbach, better known as Dr. Toy, is a respected author and consultant in the toy industry, as well as the creator of the first website guide to buying toys.
"It is an honor for our game to be recognized for not only its entertainment value, but also its educational value," said Mike Samora, vice president of Sales and Marketing at WizKids®. "Pirates of the Crimson Coast can help children learn and develop new skills, all the while keeping them entertained all day long. It is wonderful to have Dr. Toy recognize the diversity of Pirates." Every summer Dr. Toy composes a list of the best games for children to play during the summer. These games are picked for their educational and entertainment value, as well as their ability to help children develop new skills.
Founded by 25-year game-industry veteran Jordan Weisman, WizKids is a Seattle-based game developer and publisher dedicated to creating tabletop games driven by imagination. Its Mage Knight®, MechWarrior® and HeroClix CMGs and Pirates and Rocketmen™ CSGs are among the most successful games on the market today, and the company has sold hundreds of millions of game pieces worldwide. WizKids Inc. is owned by The Topps Company Inc. For additional information, visit www.wizkidsgames.com.
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