Toys and Games Fulfillment: How to Prepare for Peak Season Success

Why Toy & Game Fulfillment Is a Holiday Challenge

Toy and game sales explode during the holiday season—and with that surge comes serious fulfillment pressure. Toys and games fulfillment becomes a critical challenge during the holiday season. From board games and STEM kits to ride-on toys and collectible figures, each product type brings its own set of challenges. Throw in high order volume, strict retailer compliance standards, and the urgency of on-time holiday delivery, and it’s easy to see why toy brands need a 3PL they can count on.

Mistakes during peak season don’t just cost time—they can damage your brand’s reputation. Parents expect gifts to arrive on time, intact, and exactly as ordered. Retailers demand compliance. And as returns spike in January, fulfillment operations must be ready to handle the full cycle.

Peak Season Pressures You Need to Plan For

Order surges starting in October and peaking in December


Tight shipping windows and cutoffs for guaranteed holiday delivery


Strict retail routing guides and EDI requirements


Higher return volumes post-holiday


Bulky or irregular packaging, especially with oversized toys


Gift-ready bundles that require kitting or custom assembly

Without a fulfillment partner experienced in managing toy and game logistics, it’s easy to fall behind.

How 3PL Center Handles Toys and Games Fulfillment

At 3PL Center, we specialize in toys and games fulfillment, helping brands thrive during peak season with speed, accuracy, and flexibility. Whether you sell through big-box retailers, marketplaces, or DTC channels, we provide accurate, scalable fulfillment tailored to your needs.

Same-Day Shipping & 2-Day Ground Coverage

Speed is critical when holiday deadlines approach. We offer:

Same-day shipping for orders placed by 2 PM


Nationwide 2-day ground coverage thanks to our multiple strategically located warehouses


Avoidance of express fees with optimized routing and carrier selection

You get faster delivery, lower costs, and happier customers.

Retailer Compliance and EDI Integration

Retailers like Target, Walmart, Macy’s, and Nordstrom require strict fulfillment rules. We handle:

Full EDI integrations and compliance management


Retail-ready pallet building


Barcode labeling, UCC-128 compliance, and shipment routing

We make sure every shipment meets requirements—reducing chargebacks and delays.

Kitting and Assembly for Gift Sets

Many toy and game brands offer holiday gift packs, bundles, and seasonal promos. We provide:

Kitting and assembly services to combine multiple SKUs into one kit or subscription box


Custom inserts, promotional materials, and branded packaging


Holiday readiness without extra internal labor or warehouse complexity

Perfect for crafting giftable kits that stand out on shelves or online.

Oversized and Irregular Items? No Problem.

Ride-on toys, dollhouses, and outdoor games often require special handling. 3PL Center is equipped to manage oversized items such as:

Large and awkwardly shaped packaging


Specialized racking systems and skilled warehouse staff


Boom lifts, slip sheet machines, and forklift clamps for safe handling

Plus, we’ve negotiated exclusive discounted rates for oversized shipments— reducing large package and additional handling fees.

Technology That Powers Accuracy and Visibility

Our advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) ensures your fulfillment runs smoothly:

Real-time inventory tracking and visibility


Box optimization for right-sized packaging and cost savings


Rate shopping between your carrier and our discounted rates


Order accuracy tools to ensure the right product ships every time

You get full control, reduced costs, and reliable performance—all from one dashboard.

Get Ready for Peak Season with 3PL Center

Toy and game fulfillment is more than picking and packing—it’s about meeting high expectations during the busiest time of year. Whether you need DTC fulfillment, retailer compliance, or custom kitting for holiday gift sets, 3PL Center is built to support you.

Here’s what you get when you partner with us:

Same-day shipping and nationwide 2-day delivery


End-to-end EDI integration and routing guide compliance


Kitting and assembly services for custom bundles


Discounted oversized shipping rates with reduced surcharges


Real-time WMS visibility and inventory tracking

Let 3PL Center handle your toys and games fulfillment, so you can focus on growing sales and delivering joy this holiday season. Get a quote today.