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Re: Toys “R” Us: U.S. Closure, Return as Tru Kids Brands
« Reply #60 on: August 13, 2019, 11:22:05 AM »
Bit random, but today I drove by the location of the famously haunted Toys R Us and it is now one of those Halloween "Spirit" pop-up stores. So there's that.

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Re: Toys “R” Us: U.S. Closure, Return as Tru Kids Brands
« Reply #61 on: August 28, 2019, 11:39:21 AM »
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Who is behind the relaunch of the Toys "R" Us stores in the US?

Tru Kids Brands, the proud parent of the Toys "R"Us, Geoffrey the Giraffe and Babies"R"Us brands and b8ta, the software-powered experiential retailer have entered into a joint venture to bring Toys "R"Us stores back to the United States and reimagine the toy retail experience for kids and families.


What is different between the new Toys "R"Us and the old Toys"R"Us stores?

The new Toys"R"Us stores will serve as must-visit destinations for kids to learn, play, and fall in love with the latest and most popular toys, and for parents to have fun with their children and ignite their own childlike sense of play. The stores will be highly interactive with new events and activities every day, from seeing toys displayed out of the box to test before making a purchase, to visiting different brand stations to driving learning through play embracing STEAM, or just having fun with Geoffrey® the Giraffe in the open playspace.


How can I be notified when Toys"R"Us comes to my city or when new products are featured at the store?

Follow Toys"R"Us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates and announcements on when we will be launching in a city near you. Check back at toysrus.com for store and product news.


When will product be available on ToysRus.com?

We are working on the relaunch of ToysRus.com and will share news as it becomes available.


Will you honor previously issued Toys"R"Us gift cards, store credit, rewards points, Groupon or other coupons?

Unfortunately, we cannot. Pursuant to the Toys "R" Us, bankruptcy in March 2018, consumers were given the opportunity to redeem their gift cards prior to stores closing. As we are an entirely new entity, it is impossible to honor any financial agreements made by the previous company.


I purchased an item at your stores prior to them closing and I need assistance with a warranty claim or replacement part. Can you help?

Please visit the manufacturer's website for assistance.


Will there be baby products at the new locations/when are Babies"R"Us stores opening?

The new Toys"R"Us stores will not feature baby products. Plans to bring back Babies"R"Us in the United States are underway, and Tru Kids will provide additional detail as it becomes available.


Are there career opportunities with the new Toys "R" Us?

We have numerous exciting and rewarding career opportunities at all levels as we look to bring back the Toys"R"Us brand in the US. We encourage you to stay in touch with us on our career page for news and opportunities.


I want to be a supplier/service provider for Toys"R"Us. How do I do that?

Please direct all inquiries to [email protected].

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« Reply #62 on: September 23, 2019, 08:36:57 AM »
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PARSIPPANY, N.J. and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Tru Kids BrandsTM (“Tru Kids”), the proud parent of the Toys”R”Us® brand, and Candytopia, the candy-coated experiential adventure that has delighted crowds nationwide, announced today they have joined forces to create an all-new innovative play experience – The Toys”R”Us Adventure TM. An immersive wonderland that celebrates the whimsical, silly and fun of toys and play will open this holiday season in Chicago at Brookfield Properties, 830 N Michigan Avenue and Atlanta at EDENS’ Lenox Marketplace late October.

The Toys”R”Us Adventure will transport guests to a toy-filled playland with one-of-a-kind full sensory brand and play experiences where imaginations run free, toys are larger than life, and even the most serious adult can unleash their inner child. This new adventure brings to life the joys of childhood with interactive play rooms and installations featuring the beloved Toys”R’Us mascot Geoffrey® the Giraffe and popular toy vendors like Melissa & Doug, the leading toy brand for screen-free, open-ended play, Spin Master’s popular PAW Patrol brand, Schleich, an Imaginative Play Company, and much more. Family, friends and kids of all ages will have loads of fun interacting and taking pictures with classic toys, new toys and all things play.

“The Toys”R”Us brand was built upon celebrating the joys of childhood and we are thrilled to partner with the creatives behind Candytopia to introduce an exciting new way to play for guests of all ages,” said Richard Barry, CEO of Tru Kids. “As we focus on bringing a reimagined Toys”R”Us to the United States, we believe this live experience coupled with our new experiential retail stores will attract families from around the world and create a unique opportunity to rediscover the magic of this beloved family brand.”

“At Candytopia, we have made it our mission to spread joy and fun as a multi-sensory destination for all,” said John Goodman, CEO of Candytopia. “We are honored to be powering a new one of a kind experience with Toys”R”Us allowing us to dream big, play big, and create new and lasting memories for guests.”

These limited-run engagements will remain in Chicago and Atlanta through the 2019 holiday season, before moving to other major U.S. cities in 2020.

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Tru Kids is the proud parent of beloved brands, including Toys”R”Us®, Babies”R”Us®, and Geoffrey® the Giraffe. Established in January 2019, Tru Kids is focused on growing its family of brands through innovative partnerships that deliver kid-and-parent-focused experiences that expand beyond traditional retail concepts in the physical and digital spaces. The company delivers a wealth of services to our valued license partners around the world. Celebrating over 70 years of heritage, Tru Kids is a new company with an expert team focused on families, kids, and play. Learn more at You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login.

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For anyone who’s ever dreamed of scoring a Golden Ticket or nibbling their way through Candyland, Candytopia transports guests to an imaginative confectionary wonderland with a one-of-a-kind full sensory experience and welcomes people of all ages to explore their sweet tooth like never before. Candytopia was created by global candy artist Jackie Sorkin (star of TLC’s “Candy Queen“), events and production design expert Zac Hartog, and retail veteran John Goodman. Candytopia has drawn long lines and sold-out crowds during its limited run engagements in Santa Monica, New York and San Francisco. In 2019, it has opened in Atlanta, Minneapolis-St. Paul at Mall of America, Dallas and Houston, with additional cities to be announced soon. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login.

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Re: Toys “R” Us: U.S. Closure, Return as Tru Kids Brands
« Reply #63 on: October 08, 2019, 09:16:48 AM »
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« Reply #64 on: November 27, 2019, 09:02:17 PM »
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Re: Toys “R” Us: U.S. Closure, Return as Tru Kids Brands
« Reply #65 on: December 01, 2019, 10:25:40 AM »
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toysrus Thank you to all Toys"R"Us kids, big and small, who attended our Paramus, NJ Grand Opening! Your smilin' faces made our team's day and Geoffrey ❤️s you all from head-to-hoof. We're so excited to bring you our new way to play every day! Our next Grand Opening is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7 at The Galleria in Houston, TX. More stores to open in 2020!

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Re: Toys “R” Us: U.S. Closure, Return as Tru Kids Brands
« Reply #66 on: December 06, 2019, 11:15:12 PM »
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toysrus Get ready to play @HoustonGalleria! Our #GrandOpening is TOMORROW at 10am. Geoffrey and team can't wait to show you our #newwaytoplay! Be sure to follow @ToysrusTheGalleria

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Re: Toys “R” Us: U.S. Closure, Return as Tru Kids Brands
« Reply #67 on: December 11, 2019, 02:33:25 PM »
I have such mixed feelings about this....so many were sad when they closed, for what looked like forever. Now they are back, and hooked in with Target for online ordering. I want my 5% redcard discount!  ::)
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« Reply #68 on: August 06, 2020, 02:00:52 AM »
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As of this month, all Target branding, information, and product links have been removed from the Toys “R” Us website.

All purchases made through the current incarnation of toysrus.com are being made through the Amazon Associates Program.

Somewhat ironically, it was 20 years ago that Toys “R” Us made a deal with Amazon to power its e-commerce business. On Aug. 10, 2000, Amazon Founder and CEO Jeff Bezos and then-Toys “R” Us CEO John Eyler announced a 10-year pact between the two retailers.

Just four years later, the pair landed in court with Toys “R” Us suing Amazon for breach of contract. In 2006, Geoffrey and Co. ultimately prevailed against Amazon.

Now, just two years after Toys “R” Us liquidated its massive U.S. operations — and a large part of its global footprint — the company is using its site to earn commission through an affiliate program that’s open to nearly everyone.

Neither Target nor Tru Kids Brands responded to requests for comment.

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« Reply #69 on: November 11, 2020, 04:19:54 PM »
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« Reply #70 on: January 29, 2021, 07:48:15 PM »
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NEW YORK — Toys R Us is retrenching once again. The only two Toys R Us stores that opened in November 2019 as part of a small U.S. comeback attempt by the iconic toy chain have now closed.

The Toys R Us store at the Galleria mall in Houston shuttered on Jan. 15, while one at the Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, closed on Tuesday, according Tru Kids, a new entity formed when it acquired Toys R Us’ intellectual property during its liquidation in 2018. The moves come as physical stores, particularly mall-based locations, have been hurt by weak customer traffic amid the pandemic. The Toys R Us website is still in operation.

“As a result of COVID, we made the strategic decision to pivot our store strategy to new locations and platforms that have better traffic," Tru Kids said in an emailed statement Friday. “Consumer demand in the toy category and for Toys R Us remains strong and we will continue to invest in the channels where the customer wants to experience our brand.”

The two shuttered locations were about 6,500 square feet — about one-seventh of the size of the old Toys R U stores and emphasized hands-on experiences. Employees unwrapped toys, for instance, so that kids could try them out.

During a visit to the New Jersey store in late 2019, kids shot Nerf blasters and sat in a circle for story time while Geoffrey, the chain’s mascot, roamed around. Such experiences are now shunned at a time when shoppers have to abide by social-distancing rules. Tru Kids says that outside of the U.S., it operates Toys R Us, and Babies R Us branded stores and e-commerce sites through licensing partners in more than 25 countries in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Bloomberg News first reported the news of the store closures.

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« Reply #71 on: August 24, 2021, 11:33:47 PM »

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« Reply #72 on: August 25, 2021, 06:14:29 AM »
Well...this is a pairing I did not see coming.  Thanks for the news.  Going to check it out now.
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« Reply #73 on: September 27, 2021, 07:14:39 AM »
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« Reply #74 on: November 11, 2021, 11:56:52 AM »
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