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Pressman Toy Corp. is a US toy and game publisher, active from 1930 to 2019, focusing on family games and licensed products.
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Biography
Pressman Toy Corporation was founded in New York City by Jack Pressman. The company originally traded as J. Pressman & Co. and changed its name to Pressman Toy Corp. in 1947. After Jack Pressman's death, his wife Lynn served as president in 1959; in 1977 James (Jim) Pressman became president. In 2014 Pressman Toy Corp. was acquired by Goliath Games.
Career
The publisher has about 14 titles in our database and specialized in children's games, action/dexterity and licensed family titles. Its range includes dexterity and team-based games as well as deduction and dice-driven family games. From 1930 to 2019 Pressman released market-oriented licensed products and family games often tied to movie or TV themes.
Most Famous Games
Top entries include Switch 16 (2001), Piepmatz (1995) and The $100,000 Pyramid (2019). Other notable releases are Happy Feet Two: Freezing Frenzy Game (2011), Hydro Battle! (1999) and Rolit (1997). Piepmatz and Switch 16 are listed with awards in the game data.
Design Style
Pressman's catalog is family- and child-focused, marked by team-based play, roll/spin-and-move and dice mechanics. Licensed themes (movies/TV) and dexterity elements recur across their titles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pressman Toy Corp. from?
Pressman Toy Corp. was founded in New York City; the source data does not indicate another country of origin.
What is their most famous game?
The top-listed title is Switch 16 (2001), followed by Piepmatz (1995) and The $100,000 Pyramid (2019).
What mechanic is their signature?
Their lineup is characterized by team-based games, roll/spin-and-move and dice mechanics.
How long have they been active?
Pressman is recorded in the data as active from 1930 to 2019.
Verdict
Good for families, children and casual players, and for collectors of licensed TV/film tie-in games.
