WHAT'S POP'N V19

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Issue 19

❄️ WHAT’S POP’N V19: New Launches, Conventions & Kickstarter Hype! 🎉✨



It’s Issue 19 - and we’re powering into August with updates, reveals, and retail energy you don’t want to miss.

🚀 Upcoming Launches



Say hello to Dr. Squish - the viral sensory toy sensation landing on South African shelves this September, with its official launch taking place at Comic Con Africa 2025!

From DIY Squishy Maker Kits to themed refill packs, this brand brings hands-on fun, colourful creativity, and the joy of custom squishies to a new generation. With millions of global fans and an unbeatable unboxing factor, Dr. Squish is shaping up to be a must-stock product this spring.

💌 Am I Human Kickstarter



Our friends at Skycastle are ramping up their Kickstarter launch for Am I Human Game. You can support them right now by subscribing to the campaign pre-launch page - and don’t forget to read more about the project further down in this issue.

👀 Gen Con 2025 Highlights


Gen Con just wrapped, and early reports are buzzing:

• Paizo previewed their Warframe → Starfinder adventure “Operation Orias”, live demoing it at the convention to great reaction.
• Darrington Press unveiled new plans for Daggerheart classes and expansion content for 2026.
• Wizards of the Coast teased upcoming Forgotten Realms sourcebooks and new subclasses.





🎶 TOP OF THE POPS: DON’T LET IT KLUSTER 🧲🎵



This month’s track brings the tension - and the bounce. Inspired by the wildly chaotic magnetic dexterity game Kluster, Don’t Let It Kluster is a quirky, rhythmic ride that mirrors every flick, slide, and near-miss that makes the game so addictively fun.

With stutter-step percussion, cheeky breaks, and a vibe that shifts faster than your magnet cluster can collapse, this track keeps you guessing - just like a round of Kluster on a tilted table.

🎧 So crank it up, drop those stones, and don’t let it kluster...



🏛️ More musical marvels on the way — stay tuned!


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🎲 Cardboard & Conquer – Final Round Incoming! 🏰🔥

The battleground has been set all month long… and now it’s time to make your final move!

From strategic staples to thrilling new favourites, our Cardboard & Conquer promo has been fuelling epic game nights across the country – and there’s still time to rally your crew and claim your picks.

🗓️ The promo runs until 21 August 2025 - don’t let these deals escape your grasp! Whether you're stocking shelves or upgrading your own collection, now’s the time to conquer and save.

Final Round with Cardboard & Conquer this August!️

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On Clearance

Final chance to get these items (at amazing prices) before they are gone for good!

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Terry's Corner

Insights from our expert in Role-Playing Games & specialty Board Games

The Art of Sandara Tang



I care a lot about art in board games. Probably more than most people – while I’ve never bought a game based on the art alone (yet), I’ve definitely avoided certain games purely because the art didn’t grab me. And with tomorrow (at the time of writing) being National Women’s Day, I have the perfect excuse to talk about one of my favourite “new” artists, Sandara Tang.

Sandara Tang is a digital illustrator from Singapore and has previously contributed art to Android: Netrunner, The Lord of the Rings LCG, and Descent: Journeys in the Dark. However, perhaps appropriately for an artist who specializes in illustrating dragons, her first major work in the world of board games was 2022’s Flamecraft, where her art was actually a major inspiration for the game’s setting. Instantly recognizable, her charming, watercolour-inspired take on fantasy art and animals has also appeared on Critter Kitchen and Tea Witches since then, and will be gracing the boxes of several upcoming releases.

Sandara’s art is far more diverse than these games might suggest though, and she often employs a “more rendered and painterly style,” as she puts it, for darker and more serious pieces. Many of these are showcased on her artstation gallery , and browsing through I found myself hoping that future board game commissions lean into this style as well. That, and wondering how she hasn’t been commissioned for Magic: The Gathering yet.

Either way, as an art lover I’m very excited to see more of Sandara Tang’s work in the board gaming world in the future, and hopefully after reading this some of you are too.



Etienne’s Corner

Hear from Solarpop’s resident expert in Board Gaming & Miniature Gaming!

Howzit everyone! As we move deeper into Q3 2025, I find myself reflecting on just how quickly the year has flown by. It's been a whirlwind of exciting releases, and with even more fantastic titles on the horizon, I wanted to take a moment to share some of the upcoming games and accessories I’m most excited about. Let’s dive in 😊



Splendor: The Sun Never Sets Expansion
ETA: September 2025
Set sail for the Orient and expand your empire! The Sun Never Sets introduces new strategic depth to Splendor, with bastions and lucrative trade routes that bring tension and fresh challenges to the table. Just a reminder: this expansion requires the original Splendor base game to play.


GameGenic – Game Castle (Black / White / Clear)
ETA: September 2025
Level up your storage game! The Game Castle is a sleek, double-sided, all-in-one solution for board gamers and TCG players alike. I already know where my Star Wars: Unlimited decks will be calling home.


Brick Like This
ETA: Late August 2025
LEGO + party game = instant fun! In this clever team game, one player gives verbal instructions while the other builds hidden shapes from LEGO bricks. It’s fast-paced, competitive, and great for groups, perfect for fans of creativity and chaos.


King of Tokyo: Origins
ETA: Late August 2025
A fresh gateway into the King of Tokyo universe! Origins is a standalone, streamlined version ideal for new players, featuring four brand-new monsters, familiar and new power cards, and bold new green dice. As a longtime fan, I can't wait to add these monsters to my collection.


Unmatched: The Witcher – Steel & Silver
ETA: Late August 2025
Unmatched fans, prepare for battle! This new standalone set features Geralt of Rivia, Ciri, and the terrifying Ancient Leshen. Two gorgeous Witcher-inspired battlefields, including Kaer Morhen, bring the Continent to life. Toss a coin to your FLGS this August!


Twisted Cryptids
ETA: Late August 2025
From the team behind Unstable Unicorns and Here to Slay comes a darkly charming new game. In Twisted Cryptids, players become legendary creatures vying to outwit humans and rival cryptids alike. Set traps, stage hoaxes, and build your myth — all while hiding in plain sight. I'm hooked already.


EXIT – Adventures on Catan
ETA: Late August 2025
The worlds of EXIT and Catan collide in this unique escape-room-style experience. You’ll leave your struggling village behind in search of Catan’s promise, but challenges, puzzles, and survival await. Can you build a new life in a strange land?


Mölkky GO
ETA: Late August 2025
Outdoor gaming at its finest! Mölkky GO is made from real Finnish birch and brings a fresh, affordable twist to the classic lawn game. Whether you're camping, hosting a braai, or enjoying a sunny afternoon with friends, this one’s guaranteed to be a summer favourite.


There you have it, my personal picks for the hottest upcoming titles coming in August & September. Whether you're a party game fanatic, a strategy enthusiast, or just love trying something new, there's something here to look forward to. Happy gaming folks!

Stefan's Corner

Stefan’s Corner

Renowned expertise giving us the inside track into the world of Trading Cards Games & Accessories!


What's coming to the world of Dungeons & Dragons



Dragon Delves

A mighty collection of dragon-themed adventures for Dungeons & Dragons. This anthology is packed with 10 exciting quests and is perfect for fans looking to bring fire and fury to their game nights.

Available in August.

Starter Set: Heroes of the Borderlands™

A brand-new introductory box set for 3–5 players, designed to welcome new adventurers to the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Includes everything needed to dive right in.

Available in September.

Stranger Things: Welcome to the Hellfire Club

Dive into the upside-down with this 3–5 player box game for fans of the Netflix phenomenon. Perfect for collectors and campaigners alike.

Available in October.

Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn

Legendary settings come to life in this dual-release expansion – one designed for Dungeon Masters and the other for players. Available in standard and alternate art editions.

Available in November.

Eberron: Forge of the Artificer

Return to the arcane world of Eberron in this magic-rich adventure. Forge incredible artifacts and wield invention like never before with content redesigned for the new 2025 core rules.

Available in December.

Greetings fellow humans!



We, the flesh sacks that brought you ‘Dungeon Brah’, present our latest offering to you, ‘Am I Human Game’! ‘Dungeon Brah’ tasked players to battle with old world Cat’hulhian beast, Kevin! This time round, the peril is perilously more perilous. A far greater evil has entered our world (not just some fictional dungeon). Yes, this world! Behold, the ever-hungry devourer of content to replicate and regurgitate into more content. AI!

‘Am I Human Game’ tasks players to gather sets of wacky AI characters, to get rid of them! Get out of here AI goop! Only then can you save our fellow humans. But, the generative goop can also generate some awesome combos, depending on which card of the AI set is being played. You can even save Superhumans if you build a whole set of AI. That's neat... and fun! Use action cards to do actionable things, and illicit strong reactions!

If you think that sounds fun, follow the game on Kickstarter below!

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