Category: new nerf gun

Well, how about that? The new Dart Tag blasters are live on Nerf.com!

Because we’re not about reinventing the wheel at FoamFromAbove, I’ll link the blog posts. Urban Taggers let the cat out of the bag weeks ago (months?) regarding the new Dart Tag items in 2011 (the new type of clipped blasters, jerseys, etc.) and SGNerf has been pretty close behind.

Check out their blogs, they’ve got all the details including pricing. Or you know, just head over to NERF’s main site. and check the online store.

Great work by Urban Taggers and SGNerf! Keep your eyes open for the new stuff!

Don’t forget, it’s Nerf or nothin’!

Fresh from the inbox; new super soaker stuff from Hasbro!

Hey all!

I know this news got leaked awhile back, but I’m received the official ok and word to announce some of the new Super Soaker stuff due out this spring! Unless you already live in a warm climate in which case you already have warm weather and this is more relevant to you and I hate you 🙂

NERF SUPER SOAKER SCATTER BLAST Water Blaster

(HASBRO/Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2011)
There’s nowhere to hide from the ultra-wide spray of the NERF SUPER SOAKER SCATTER BLAST water blaster. Simply slide the pump forward to load and pull back to release the power of five blasts of water, up to 25 feet! Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.

(Yes, now this is different from the Lanard Scatter Blast. Make the distinction!)

NERF SUPER SOAKER POINT BREAK Water Blaster

(HASBRO/Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $6.99/Available: Spring 2011)
Ready, aim, soak! Always be prepared for a water fight with the compact and portable NERF SUPER SOAKER POINT BREAK water blaster. Using pump to fire action, surprise your friends with a steady stream of soakage. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.

(bonus points for yelling and firing straight up into the air with this one, Johnny Utah)

NERF SUPER SOAKER THUNDERSTORM Water Blaster

(HASBRO/Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $14.99/ Available: Spring 2011)
Severe storm warning: the blasting capability in the NERF SUPER SOAKER THUNDERSTORM water blaster, the first ever battery powered SUPER SOAKER, will send rivals running for cover. Fire a continuous stream of soakage, no pumping required! For lightning-fast reloads on the go, use the new NERF SUPER SOAKER CLIP SYSTEM refills. Requires 4 “AA” batteries, not included. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.

Nerf Hydro Cannon!

(HASBRO/Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/ Available: Spring 2011)
Blast your enemies from up to 35 feet away with the massive power of the NERF SUPER SOAKER HYDRO CANNON water blaster. Simply pump to pressurize then pull the trigger to let loose a massive burst of water. Customize your HYDRO CANNON water blaster with the detachable shield accessory, included. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.

That’s it for now! Take care you all!

Random blaster test video!

The video explanation pretty much sums it up; Buzz Bee toys sent over a Thunderbolt for me to test and have a look at (they also sent a Belt Blaster; video on that later!) In case you were wondering what it is like right out of the box, here you go! Also featured; the Nerf Barrel Break IX-2 (purchased), Buzz Bee’s Ultimate Missile Blast (not sent, this one was out of pocket), and Zyphoon’s version of a ring shooter. Enjoy!

Quick bit: The Nerf N-Strike Alpha Trooper CS-18!

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We’re looking at the Alpha Trooper CS-18 from Nerf’s N-Strike line. It can be yours for $20, and is a Target-only exclusive (at least US-wise as far as I know.) Info on this was released months ago, and only recently has the blaster finally hit stores.

Stats:
– Slam-fire mode, like the Raider CS-35
– No stock, but stock from other N-strike blasters (the Raider, for instance) can work.
– Comes with an 18 round drum magazine

Some shots:

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My Take:

I will admit, I knew it was going to be similar to the Raider, but this was ridiculous. The shell, with the exception of the pumphandle and the magazine location, were too close for my tastes. It felt like I spent $20 for the same blaster. Even with the (IMO) better underside location of the magazine it really did feel like another Raider.

Now now, don’t worry, some members of EPICNERF looked, altered, and battle-tested Troopers and told me there are some other notable differences. The performance right out of the box rivaled and possibly surpassed the ranges of a stock Raider. After some alterations, it was even better. The jamming wasn’t a problem, and the new pumphandle allowed for a Recon-style priming motion, in addition to the pump-action if that was your preferred motion. Not to mention the one-handed priming action, a la Linda Hamilton in “T2”.

Now, if you don’t own a Raider already, or are a collection completionist and have to have the 18 round drum, then this is for you. If you’re left-handed, you too will benefit from this blaster as the magazine release button is on both sides of the blaster. The lower cost, the 18 round drum is certainly less bulkier to handle than the 35 round drum, and holstering this blaster may be easier for you without the front grip that the Raider has. Dare I say it, this might even outrange a Raider so ultimately the decision’s up to you, foam fighter.

PHOTO GALLERY:
http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf

Feedback? Questions? Comment below, or shoot me an email! FoamFromAbove@gmail.com

-VasTheStampede

P.S. – Yes, it came with ammo ;P