We have already written about the high school musical dance mat, Now here is the high school musical interactive DVD game, this is a must for any High school musical fans each player chooses their favourite character from the movie (upto 6 players) then each person has to answer trivia questions and make their way around the game board. Trivia questions come in 4 categories, outtakes, song, dance and relationship the first person to answer all the questions and get around the game board wins.
This game is great for fans of the high school musical, the DVD features some great clips & outtake from the movie and players of the game are encouraged to sing and dance as they play.
Woogies are the first virtual pet to be made especially for boys, you can train your woogie by making funny noises such as burping, farting & grunting, these rude little virtual monsters can play 3 built in games and are highly durable, shake them, roll them and crash them into each other. You can also battle it out with your friends woogie, this is a great stocking filler for the boys xmas.
Another massive movie this year was “The Dark Knight”, also known as Batman this playset features 4 different areas for Batman and the Joker to battle it out. Fight for justice on top a skyscraper, jokers hideout, bank or one of Gotham city’s many skyscrapers. This Dark Knight playset also come with Joker & Batman figures, who will prevail in the name of justice?
Indiana Jones Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Playset
Indiana Jones made his big screen come back earlier in the year with Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, We even mentioned the Indiana whip before, This playset comes with 2 action figures (1 Indiana & 1 Native Mayan). With this playset you can watch as Indiana dodges flying boulders and even escapes the path of danger through trapdoors.
The Indiana Jones Kingdom of Crystal Skull Playset, is based on the lost temple of Akator where Indiana has to go to return the Crystal Skull. Your children can recreate their favourite parts from this years summer box office smash, simple and fun playset.
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Last year it was almost impossible to buy a Nintendo Wii, this year Nintendo are going to be happy because Wii fit looks to be the biggest selling computer game this Xmas. Wii Fit comes with a pressure sensitive balance board which will be used in various exercises and activities within the game. This is the perfect fitness tool, which is so fun you wont even know you are exercising.
Wii Fit is suitable for people of all ages, whether you are just taking your first steps or even those of the older generation, this truly is a game which the whole family can play, compete and have fun. Activities include aerobics, muscle conditioning & balance games. Watch the video below for a demo of some of the Wii Fit’s features.
Buy Wii Fit with Balance Board - Price & Stock Levels Play.com - Instock - £101.48 WoolWorths - Instock - £69.99
Currys - Instock - £299.95 (Wii Fit + Nintendo Wii Pack)
Picoo Z Helicopter - Picoo The Remote Controlled Helicopter
The Picooz or Pico RC Helicopter is the smallest radio controlled helicopter you will find, its only 7 inches long and fits in the palm of your hand, surprisngly though its one of the easiest to fly and toughest RC Helicopters out there. Made from a styrofoam type material (the blades are bendy plastic) the Picooz is tough enough to take even the roughest crashes without the need for any superglue.
The Pico Helicopter is controlled via infrared and the simple remote control makes it easy for anyone to fly, this is a great present for little boys or even big boys. It has a built in blue flashing light for flying to rescue mission style, see it in flight below.
Do your children like Guitar Hero? Or maybe you were thinking about buying Guitar rockstar. Well why not let them put all that enthusiasm into learning a real electric guitar? This fantastic toy is styled on the famous Gibson SG guitar and is a great learning tool, it comes with lessons to learn 6 classic rock songs. The power tour electric guitar has no strings so there is no need for a plectrum which makes it a lot easier to pickup the Guitar basics.
The Power tour electric guitar comes with a built in speaker and sound effects so you can create your very own sound, you can also plug your MP3 player into it and strum along to your favourite tracks. This toy also comes with an instructional DVD, Cable, Strap. Below you will find a demonstration of the Power tour electric guitar.
The TriBot is a 3 wheeled robot that can move in any direction. The Tribot is a really fun robot that is crammed full of personality, you can play game with it (Pattern, Maze & Minefield). Tri-bot also comes with a pop head and crazy eyebrows, you can control it with the tilt sensitive remote controller. Not only does TriBot do all this but he will also tell you when he has fallen over and he is also one of the best alarm clocks I have seen (you have to catch him to make him stop!).
TriBot can also perform guard duty, because it has built in sensors that will detect any motion. One of the coolest parts about Tribot is the tilt sensitive remote control, it is a bit like the Nintendo Wii controller, but dont worry you can also use the buttons to program moves into TriBot. This toy does require batteries
Yes Bop It Extreme is back, Bop It is probably one of the most frustrating, addictive and fun games I have ever played, now that may seem strange but it’s true, this is one of these games that is great fun and you don’t want to put it down because you want to beat it. For those of you not familiar with this game, Bop It is a handheld device with various challenges, basically the game will tell you to spin it, pull it, twist it or flick it and you have to do this in ultra quick time, the more you get correct the faster the game goes.
Bop It 2 Extreme is a great toy for improving hand and listening co-ordination, the toy itself is great for kids and adults and is ideal for parties, however you may want to put in a bit of practice beforehand otherwise you might just embarass yourself. Bop It Extreme is a bright colourful toy and is durable so it can withstand normal knocks and bumps, just dont throw it at a wall in a fit of rage… remember it’s just a game!
Transformers Animated Roll Out Command Optimus Prime
The Transformers Animated Roll Out Command Optimus Prime (try saying that 3 times fast!) transforms easily from the optimus prime autobot to an earth truck and back just like in the movie & cartoons. This cool toy also features an auto transforming system, simply roll Optimus Prime along the floor and he will automatically transform into an autobot.
The Transformers Animated Roll Out Command Optimus Prime comes with a “Ultra Axe” and pop out “Plasma Blade”, it also features realistic punching and axe combat action. Not only all that but this toy also comes with a complete set of sound and visual effects including sirens, lights, speech and combat and crashing sound FX. Have a look at the short video below to find out more.
This amazing toy is going to be a big hit with kids who have seen the Disney movie Cars, McQueen who is essentially the main character in the movie has been transformed into this toy which will come to life before your very own eyes. Walkin Talkin Lightning McQueen can be pre programmed to perform a variety of manoveurs and tricks including going forward, back, donuts, figure 8’s and even walk!
Your Disney McQueen car comes with sound & light FX and he will even say some of his famous phrases from the popular kids movie, all you have to do is programme what you want him to do then set him down and McQueen will roar off into action performing whatever you told him to do. Watch the short video below to see the Walkin Talkin Lightning McQueen toy in action
The Guitar has really became popular with the new generation this may down to the success of the Guitar Hero games, or it may just be that the Guitar is one of the easiest instruments to learn, whatever it is itdoesnt matter because this hand held Guitar Rockstar by Tomy is sure to be a massive hit this Christmas with air guitar fans around the world. The Guitar Rockstar was initially launched in Japan where it was a massive success with people of all ages & genders, because lets face it who doesn’t like to air guitar.
Guitar Rockstar is simply a battery powered Guitar head with a motion sensitive laser that beams out the bottom, simply hold the guitar in one hand and start strumming with the other, it is totally amazing because as you strum it will play. It comes with 8 pre-programmed classic rock songs which will play as you strum, these include: Wild Thing, Smoke on the Water, I Love Rock N’ Roll, One Vision, I Believe In A Thing Called Love, Take Me Out, Change The World & Venus.
Not only does the Guitar Rockstar do all the above but you can also make up your own songs with it, simply switch to the correct mode and you can start to play chords using the buttons on the guitar head. This fantastic piece of equipment is sure to be a must have gadget this Christmas for children and adults. Watch the video below to see a working demo of Guitar Rockstar by Tomy.
Are your kids always using you’re digital camera? Getting it all grubby & dropping it? Then the Kidizoom is the ideal Xmas Gift. It comes in pink or blue so it is good for boys or girls who are budding photographers, The chunky design makes it ideal for little fingers and the casing is very protective so it should survive a drop or 10. Not only does the Kidizoom take photos but it has a small LCD screen on the back which allows them to play games, view photos, edit photos & play videos. The Kidizoom will also plug into any TV or PC so your kid can show you their snaps without running through hundreds of paper.
This realistic Indiana Jones whip features a whipping noise & the famous indiana theme tune, this is the ideal toy for fans of Indiana Jones & The Crystal Skull, its funny to think that it has been 17 years since the last installment movies. Still its great to see kids loves the same movies I loved as a kid.
These Hulk Smash gamma rage hands are sure to be a hit this christmas, kids will love putting these massive & soft green smash hands, these hands will make your child feel like the real Hulk. Great fun when playing with friends, when you smash anything you will here a smash sound effect or possibly one of Hulks popular phrases like “You won’t like me when I’m angry!”. These gloves come with 10 pre recorded FX.
This big colourful spaceship is the ideal gift for toddlers, Peppa Pig is a popular TV programme. Peppa Pigs Spaceship has 3 openable areas, each area has one seat for any of the popular Peppa Pig characters. The spaceship also has a big handle so your kids can pretend to fly around the room, and if they push the button on the side it will make real take off noises. Peppa pigs spaceship includes Peppa Pig, brother George and friend Danny Dog.
On the surface the Flytech Bladestar may look like a helicopter, but this indoor remote controlled flying machine is so different. The Flytech Bladestar has an autopilot mode which allows it to stay in flight and avoid things like the roof and other obstacles, it can do this because it has sensors built in. If you have a couple of these FlyTech bladestar’s you can attach the DogFight tool and have fun trying to shoot each other while flying around. Flytech Bladestar comes with 2 x spare blades, 2 x spare propellers, a Dogfight accessory, and a protective carrying case.
The Gormiti Island of Gorm Includes 5 island pieces, 1 sky refuge, 1 game board and 3 Gormiti figures. Now your child can act out all his own fantasies on the island of Gorm, but this is not just another Play Island you can also the exciting strategy game which involves elaborate hiding places and traps there really is so much to explore and have fun with on The Island of Gorm.
This fantastic Crayola drawing toy helps children to draw and design. The Crayola Illumination Station includes a storage drawer, 4 colouring pens, 20 image discs and 10 background scenes, this is everything your child will need to have fun drawing. Crayola have also included a light in the bottom of this desk so it is easy to trace, they have also included a projector so your little one can project their drawings onto any wall in the house. This video sums up the Crayola Illumination Station.
SpyKee the Spy robot you can control through the internet!
The SpyKee Spy Robot is one of the best toys I have ever seen, it truly has something for everyone in the family no matter the age. This cool Spy Robot from meccano (200 pieces) is very simple to build and is compatible with all other Meccano pieces, this makes the possibilities of Spykee Spy robot almost limitless.
SpyKee can be controlled through a WiFi connection or anywhere in the world with an Internet connection. SpyKee is equipped with a camera, microphone, speakers, mp3 player & video recorder, this makes Spykee the most sophisticated robot toy this year and it is a great sign for things to come. This ingenious Spy robot can detect movement and if it is set in alarm mode it can even email you a picture of what it is seeing, Using this combined with the video camera SpyKee can be used as a video surveillance robot. Not only does the Spykee have all this but it can also be used as a portable mp3 player streaming music right from your PC via WiFi, it even comes with a built in VOIP phone so you can call friends.
SpyKee WiFi Spy Robot Full Feature List
• Spy game - hone your spy skills using this game.
• Video Surveillance - When a movement is detected Spykee activates an alarm on your computer or sends you a picture by email
• VOIP phone and webcam - Talk to friends via a microphone
• Digital music player - listen to your own music over Wi-Fi
• IR auto-parking recharging system
• PC & MAC compliant
• Wi-Fi / 802 11 b & g.
• Control SpyKee from any internet access point.
• Compatible with Skype
• Motion sensors activate automatically when something happens
• Other play functions include snapshot - sound and video recording - light - voice and sound effects and video filters
• Camera Dimensions: 320×240.
• Speaker: 2W (tbc) / no driver required.
• Returns to recharging station automatically when battery is low
• Recharge base and battery included.
This xmas don’t let your kids drive you up the wall, instead let them drive their newest toy up the wall, this nifty remote control car uses air suction to keep the car stuck to the wall or ceiling, meaning what goes up does not always come down, except when you run out of batteries. Each car runs on different control frequency’s so you’re kids can race each other or their friends.
Bakugan is the perfect boys toy that will easily fit into that Christmas stocking, Bakugan is likely to be a massive hit this Christmas and it will probably be one of the most played with. The Bakugan game is like the new marbles, roll them over and if they land on a Bakugan card they will pop open. The rules are easy to learn and with every new game having a different outcome you can be assured of hours of playtime.
Ben 10 has been a massive hit on TV and is likel to be one of the most sought after characters this xmas. The Ben 10 omnitrix watch allows your child to transform into Ben 10 (or one of his many other alter egos), the Ben 10 watch also includes sound fx from the TV programme and green & red flashing lights.
Catcha Beast was a massive hit in Japan selling over 1.5 million units, this is the ideal stocking filler xmas present for boys or girls. The player of Catcha Beast has to rotate their body and move around until the reel shaped game detects a beast, once it has been detected the player then has to hook it and catch the beast before it gets loose. With over 100 beasts to capture and tame there is plenty excitement to be had with this toy.
Eh Oh! The Teletubbies are back (Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Lala & Po) and this time they dance, the ultimate preschool Christmas toy this year will be the Dance with me Teletubbies. Each of the Teletubbies will dance around just like they do in tubbyland, they will even laugh and giggle. There are two different dance modes:
Dance with me mode allows your child to get up and dance along with their favourite teletubby or they can play a game of musical statues, so when that music stops they better stop.
The cuddly orange Elmo from sesame street is back and this time he is even better, Just like the tickle me Elmo if you tickle him he will giggle and laugh but now Elmo can sing, tell stories & jokes with his characteristic head bobbing. When you push any of the buttons on Elmo’s foot, back or tummy he will stand or sit, wave his arms and even cross his legs. Elmo is a favourite with kids because he is funny and friendly.
This Xmas all High school musical toys are going to be hot sellers and the Musical Dance mat is likely to be the one in most demand, It is already featured in the official top 10 xmas toys list. Learn great new dance moves & routines with 4 songs directly from the High School Musical 3 movie. Dont worry if you think you already have the moves then you can set the mat to any 1 of the three difficulty levels from begginer to superstar. The Highschool Musical 3 Dance mat require 4 AA batteries to operate and includes “All for One,” “I Don’t Dance,” “What Time Is It?” and “Fabulous” songs straight from the High School Musical movie.
Kota is a fully interactive robot in the shape of a baby triceratops that any kid can ride, Kota the triceratops has 11 sensors over its body that will react to touch and motion. Kota the triceratops will make life-like noises and Kota will even munch on special leafs, while doing so Kota will even make munching noises. Kota measures 40 inches long and 2.5ft high, this is truly a prehistoric monster, but dont worry Triceratops were friendly dinosaurs.
The Lego Monster dino is the newest addition to the LEGO creator family, it includes 792 pieces and a motor to power it. Lego surely has evolved with the times and this fantastic Monster Dino creator set will allow your child to create a fully moving monster dino, but not only that this Lego Creator can be rebuilt into a crawling tarantula or even a moving crocodile.
Although Pleo was available last xmas, we believe he is going to be one of the hottest selling items this xmas. When you first receive Pleo you will have to hatch him and nurture him through his hatching stage. The big thing with Pleo is that every single Pleo is unique, as this robotic dinosaur grows older it will start to develop its own traits, moods & habits. Once you hatch Pleo you will have to take care of him and as you do watch him lovingly keep you entertained for hours.
Last year we had the Transformers Optimus Prime voice changer helmet, but this year we have possibly one of the coolest ever voice changing masks ever the Clone Trooper mask! Let your child immerse into star wars mythology with this helmet which can also play pre-recorded sayings & effects from the Clone wars as well as making them sound like one of the Clone Troopers.
