The traditional toy business in general has been whittling away for the past 15 years with the introduction of gaming. Computer games on CD's first, now online/mobile games. If toys are not educational or connected to tech and/or apps, they are going by the wayside. Plus, on-line purchase have really changed the landscape for brick and mortar. There are also fewer toy manufacturers as the prices are driven down while demand is dwindling. It's the perfect storm of business turmoil.
The traditional toy business in general has been whittling away for the past 15 years with the introduction of gaming. Computer games on CD's first, now online/mobile games. If toys are not educational or connected to tech and/or apps, they are going by the wayside. Plus, on-line purchase have really changed the landscape for brick and mortar. There are also fewer toy manufacturers as the prices are driven down while demand is dwindling. It's the perfect storm of business turmoil.
Aye, it's a real shame but seems almost inevitable that a few of our most recognisable shops are going to be lost.