Abstract: An entertainment system, methods and computer software products are provided. In an exemplary embodiment, an entertainment system comprises at least one hand held controller with a touch screen interface. In one implementation the hand held controller is a mobile communications device, such as a smartphone or table computer. The system further includes at least one base station unit. The base station unit reads storage data from game character dolls, toys, and accessories. Additionally, a vehicle, toy, or figure, may act as a portal. Multiple portal, multiple character game play with and without accessories is supported for multiple players using different controllers.