Toy-Release: Gish Plush by Bigshot Toyworks
PRESS: One of the most successful independent video games released in recent years is now a plush figure from Bigshot Toyworks! The Gish plush figures come in 4" and 8" sizes, each available with two different faces; Smilin' or Toothy. Made of a super-soft velour with embroidered detail, the Gish plush figures are perfect for perching next to your computer, hurling at irritating roommates, or just having a long heart-to-heart with after you get dumped by someone who just doesn't love video games like you do. The 4" figure retails for only US$8.00, while the 8" figure is available for only US$16.00. The Gish plush figures will be available online only at www.bigshottoystore.com.
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PRESS-CONTINUED: "Gish", created by indie game developer Edmund McMillen and Chronic Logic, is the adventure of a 12-pound ball of tar as he rescues his girlfriend in a labryinth of underground tunnels. Winner of the 2005 IGF Grand Prize, the 2005 IGF Innovation in Game Design, and multiple Game of the Year awards, the second Gish game is just around the corner, and Gish will be making a guest appearance as a playable character in Cryptic Sea's highly anticipated "Super Meatboy" game, coming to XBox Live, Wiiware, and PC in Summer 2010!
WHO-IS:
Bigshot Toyworks is a creative studio specializing in the design and production of unique collectibles, toys and art objects. With roots deep in industrial design, toy design, digital sculpting and very close project management the team at Bigshot has a unique ability to create incredibly vivid and detailed works of art that closely represent the heart, soul and vision of their creative partners. Unique understanding and endless drive to pull off the impossible and surprise fans and collectors is the driving force behind the studio.
Edmund McMillen is the award-winning creative ninja behind “Gish”, “Meatboy”, the upcoming “Super Meatboy” and other games. Edmund also creates comics, animation, and plenty of original characters for his multiple endeavors.
