Mob Entertainment Supercharges Global Expansion Amid Massive Consumer Demand

Diverse Slate of New and Renewed Licensing Agents and Category-Spanning Global Partners Ignite Retail Expansion for Poppy Playtime Merchandise 

LOS ANGELES, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mob Entertainment, the powerhouse behind the global sensation Poppy Playtime and the viral Huggy Wuggy phenomenon, is leveling up on a global scale, answering the call from millions of fans worldwide with a thrilling expansion of its consumer products business. Riding the explosive popularity of Chapters 3 and 4, Mob is turning up the voltage with a new lineup of high-impact partners and elite licensing agents set to ignite retail aisles across the globe. From toys to publishing, apparel to costumes, Mob is locking in premier licensing partners across every category, ensuring fans of all ages can bring the world of Poppy Playtime home like never before.

"We're scaling our global consumer products division to meet the incredible and growing demand we're seeing from fans and retailers alike," said Zach Belanger, CEO of Mob Entertainment. 

As Mob's iconic characters—like Huggy Wuggy, Smiling Critters, Nightmare Critters, Doey the Doughman and Mommy Long Legs—continue to dominate pop culture through recent chapters, the demand for merchandise has exploded, driving an aggressive global retail rollout supported by a strategic wave of new licensing agents.

New licensing agents joining Mob's growing global network include:

• K Vision (South Korea) – renewed partnership, extending Mob's reach in one of Asia's most vibrant fandom markets
• Merchantwise (UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand) - specialists in gaming and entertainment brands with full service regional capabilities
• Tycoon (Latin America) – regional powerhouse with deep retail relationships across LATAM
• Vertical Licensing (Brazil) – experts in translating entertainment IP into toys, games, and apparel for Brazilian fans

Additional partnership announcements are expected during the upcoming Licensing Expo, where Mob Entertainment's presence is set to reflect the brand's rapid global momentum.

"Our new and existing partners represent a dynamic mix of markets and categories, allowing us to build meaningful, authentic connections with fans everywhere—from those discovering Poppy for the first time to the thriving collector community," said Seth Belanger, CCO of Mob Entertainment. 

Mob Entertainment's rapidly growing portfolio of licensing partners spans a wide spectrum of product categories, including Toys & Collectibles (Moose Toys, Jazwares, Phat Mojo, CultureFly, YouTooz, Pinfinity), Books & Publishing (Scholastic), Apparel & Lifestyle (Insert Coin) Costumes & Dress-Up (Disguise and Spirit Halloween), Food & Beverage Collaborations (G Fuel), Movie & Film (Legendary Entertainment) and Content Integrations & Brand Extensions – including upcoming appearances in Minecraft and Fortnite, to name a few.  Most recently, the company partnered with Mediacom for a premium Be@rbrick collectible.

The company's entertainment universe, powered by recent hits Chapter 3 and Chapter 4, has fueled a surge in character affinity, leading to sold-out product drops and skyrocketing demand across physical and digital channels.

With more content and game extensions on the horizon, Mob Entertainment is just getting started. Fans can expect even deeper world-building and an ever-growing array of ways to engage with the universe of Poppy Playtime—wherever they are in the world.

To contact the company for licensing opportunities, the Consumer Products team can be reached at [email protected]. To learn more about the company and stay up to date on news and announcements, visit www.mobentertainment.com or join the discussion on the company's Discord channel.

About Mob Entertainment
Founded in 2015 as EnchantedMob, Mob Entertainment was created by brothers Zach and Seth Belanger, who united their passion for art and storytelling. Their dedicated team continually pushes the boundaries of entertainment, delivering top-tier content that entertains and inspires in an ever-evolving industry. Mob Entertainment, creators of the indie horror sensation Poppy Playtime set in an abandoned toy factory, has seen its characters, including Huggy Wuggy and Catnap, amass a significant following on YouTube and in consumer products. Mob Entertainment is on a mission to craft unconventional stories, captivating characters, and exceptional experiences that redefine norms, enthrall audiences, and achieve both artistic and commercial success.

About K Vision Inc.
K VISION Inc. is a global character licensing agency headquartered in South Korea, with a branch office in Japan. We specialize in discovering promising IPs and developing them through strategic brand marketing and licensing. Our services cover a wide range, from IP consulting to content planning and marketing. We currently manage over 15 character IPs, including Esther Bunny, Shuya, Momorei, Poppy Playtime, and Hatsune Miku. Our business spans Japan, Thailand, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and is expanding into the UK and North America. K VISION is committed to leading the global expansion of promising IPs.

About Merchantwise Group
Merchantwise Group is a leading brand management, marketing and media agency headquartered in Melbourne Australia, with offices in Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, London, Shanghai and The Hague, with global service delivery capabilities. The group of six businesses combine licensing, creative marketing, and media capabilities to build and extend great brands.

About Tycoon
Established in Mexico in 1990, Tycoon Enterprises is the leading licensing network in Latin America. It has eight offices, in Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Costa Rica.

For more information visit www.tycoon.mx and www.topogigio.com 

About Vertical Licensing
Vertical Licensing is a Brazilian brand licensing agency focused on establishing enduring emotional connections between brands and consumers. With a portfolio that includes prominent licensors such as PlayStation, Sony Pictures, Mercis, Peyo Company, Animaccord, Oinc Filmes, King Features, SM Entertainment, Global Icons, PGS, and Rainbow, the agency is supported by a team of experienced professionals possessing comprehensive knowledge in brand licensing and well-established, long-term relationships with key industry stakeholders.

Vertical Licensing is committed to passion, energy, innovation, ethics, and performance, and develops licensed products and services aimed at strengthening the bond between consumers and their preferred brands. The agency operates vertically across all phases of the licensing process, encompassing strategic brand positioning, meticulous licensee selection, product development support, retail coordination, and marketing activation.

Mob Entertainment Media Contact Info:
Interdependence
[email protected]
(973) 303-3237

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