Category: toy

Product Demo/Review: Foam Strike Pocket Shots – Monkey Business Sports!

Monkey Business Sports was awesome enough to send over some of their Foam Strike line, in this case Pocket Shots, their take on the slingshot. 

Monkey Business Sport Pocket Shot - what it includes!

Thanks for the package, Monkey Business Sports!

Stats:
Pocket Shot –
MSRP: $6.00
Includes:  Pocket Shot x 1, Ball ammo x 3
Range: Just under 30′

VIDEO:

Ammo comparison
Pocket Shot ammo (center) vs. Nerf ballistic balls

Size comparison vs a Nerf Eliminator

In order to load it, you wedge a ball between the uprights of the Pocket Shot, pull back the “hammer” and release, striking the ball forward. 

As you can see, it took some adjusting to get the shot to go straight but it flew well once I had the mechanics dialed in.  The table was set up around 30′ away, and the ball dropped a little short so there’s your range there.

The Pocket Shot strikes me as a blaster that truly can get played indoors or out.  The ammo flies softly enough that I don’t think it could knock over a vase or anything breakable.  It is also small enough to pocket, even if you are carrying additional ammo which is a good characteristic for a sidearm.  The only shortcoming is that unless you are carrying additional ammo, you’re stuck with 3 shots before you have to retrieve.

The action of pulling back the bungee cord (as all Foam Strike shooters use; compared to the rubber tubing Zing Toys uses) is a very satisfying and tactile sensation, so while this won’t set any range records it is still a bit of fun to play with.  Definitely leave a group of them on a table at a party and see what happens:)

The shape makes these shooters very low profile and unassuming, as opposed to some typical gun shapes that might scare administrators or parents.  Coupled with the softness of the ammo and the low velocity rate, if my nephew were still 5 years old, I’d feel safe letting him play with this under supervision (he’s 10 now).  The Pocket Shot is pretty quick to load and a convenient sidearm if you’re in the market for one.  At the very least, having a slew of them around and random shootouts with friends is a great way to even trigger interest in the hobby at large.  Pretty good offering from Foam Strike with this mini shooter, and after seeing their own bow and arrow hit 200’+, I look forward to seeing more from Monkey Business Sports, for sure.


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Entertainment Earth Exclusive Star Wars Action Fig

Nerf Elite Alpha Trooper Video – Germany Nerf

Thanks to Extreme Nerf for the heads up on these videos – a couple of them about the Nerf N-Strike Elite Alpha Trooper!  Recently posted, and it’s in German, but the posts are out there.

Unboxing:

Demo Range-testing/Firing of sorts:  (angled a bit, some wind, but pretty cool all the same)

Enjoy!

And again, thanks to Extreme Nerf for finding and sharing.

Review: Xploderz Xgrenades

Little video review of the Xploderz Xgrenades.

Besides actually hitting your target with the sphere itself, I think qualifying a tag with this thing is going to be tough.  Grass, concrete (that’s why I put the posterboard down, to show the spread a little better) is tough with this style of ammo.  A grenade the way I see it is dynamic, and… well… explosive.  This isn’t.  People throw ballistic balls and socks during Humans Vs. Zombies games, but for $7.99 even that’s a little pricey to act as a replacement for much cheaper alternatives (hell, one game I used large marshmallows.)

In any event, buyer beware on this one…. maybe use them as tossable large ammo, but if you’re looking for a grenade type device this isn’t it.

Store purchased: Meijer (a big box store like Target)
Cost: $7.99
Included: 3 “grenades” and 750 rounds of dry ammo (no container, have a bowl handy.  Obviously, if you use the xploderz ammo depots you won’t be able to get the ammo back out).

 

Toys R Us Visit – New stuff? (Nerf, Xploderz, new brand)

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Just some shots of new things I found at Toys R Us and Target recently.  Highlights?

Nerf Double Dart/Disc Packs

Some new line called “NXT Tactical”

A pull-release blaster game system called “SlugTerra” (apparently a cartoon)

SpyNet wrist shooter

Don’t remember seeing this when I first spotted Launch N Attack, could be wrong tho.

A faux hammer pistol from Air Zone!

Oh right!  Found THIS, too:

After last year’s Toy Fair, FINALLY SNAPFIRE 8 in the U.S.! (Well, at least near me)

New Nerf Super Soaker lineup – 2013

PPretty sure these dropped in stores, but what’s a little more info out there?

The 2013 NERF SUPER SOAKER line includes:
NERF SUPER SOAKER ARCTIC SHOCK Water Blaster
(HASBRO/Ages 6 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Spring 2013)
Ice cubes in a NERF SUPER SOAKER blaster? Get ready to give friends a soaking shock of Xtreme cold with the new SUPER SOAKER ARCTIC SHOCK water blaster. Featuring a wide mouth 25 fluid ounce clip that can fit ice cubes for a sub-zero blast, this pump-to-fire water blaster delivers a steady stream of icy water to shock your friends. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.
NERF SUPER SOAKER SWITCHSHOT Water Blaster
(HASBRO/Ages 6 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Spring 2013)
Intimidate the competition with the SUPER SOAKER SWITCHSHOT water blaster, which allows players to deliver extreme soakage by choosing one of four different spray options! Additionally, the SWITCHSHOT water blaster boasts a 20 fluid ounce detachable banana clip and detachable shoulder stock so fans can tailor their blaster for each water battle. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.
NERF SUPER SOAKER HYDRO PACK
(HASBRO/Ages 6 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Spring 2013)
Outlast and outsoak your friends with the Xtreme capacity of the NERF SUPER SOAKER HYDRO PACK. Featuring a three liter water reservoir, this water backpack connects to any SUPER SOAKER clip system blaster, keeping players fully stocked and ready for action. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.
NERF SUPER SOAKER SHOTWAVE Water Blaster
(HASBRO/Ages 6 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $14.99/Available: Spring 2013)
Featuring an exposed clip for easy reload, the SUPER SOAKER SHOTWAVE water blaster is pump-to-fire for quick release during battle. The mid-sized water clip fits on all clip system SUPER SOAKER water blasters (each sold separately) for maximum customization and can hold up to 10 ounces (.3 L). Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.
NERF SUPER SOAKER FLASHBLAST Water Blaster
(HASBRO/Ages 6 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $8.99/Available: Spring 2013)
Stealth enough for a sneak attack and compact enough for easy concealment, the SUPER SOAKER FLASH BLAST water blaster features a cocking slide for quick trigger fire action or slam-fire for non-stop soakage. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.
NERF SUPER SOAKER DOMINATION DRUM Accessory
(HASBRO/Ages 6 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2013)
Upgrade the capacity of any clip-system SUPER SOAKER water blaster with the SUPER SOAKER DOMINATION DRUM accessory. The massive water drum holds 37 ounces of water – perfect for keeping the water battle going. SUPER SOAKER blaster sold separately. Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on HasbroToyShop.com.

New York Toy Fair – TekRecon Debrief

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The “flag” QR code scanned with app.

Havok and the Hammer Head

Hammer Head

Havok and Magazine

How the magazine comes out of the Hammer Head

From the press release:

Tech 4 Kids To Revolutionize Boys Action Experience with Tek Recon!

With innovations never seen before, Tech 4 Kids is set to revolutionize the action blaster category with
Tek Recon! Tek Recon is a new line of blasters that integrate cutting edge design and the latest in
gaming technology to provide the ultimate targeting and boys action experience. By bringing blasting
capabilities to new heights, and by adding revolutionary app-enhanced gameplay features comparable to
those of sophisticated video games, Tek Recon truly takes the category to the next level. Simply attach
your smartphone to the blaster’s mount and you’re ready for Tek Recon Advanced Battle Systems that
include GPS radar, voice communication capabilities and tons more gaming features!

Tek Recon blasters are the ONLY in their category to feature:

  • App-enhanced video game quality multi-player battles and team play, in REAL LIFE!
  • High performance rapid fire blasting (rubber rounds) with real recoil kickback

Additional features include:

  • Futuristic blaster design
  • Massive capacity of rounds (30 with Hammer Head, 90 with Havok), reusable with no mess
  • Long blasting distance with modifiable blasting modes
  • Fast trigger blasting with quick clip reload

Advanced Battle Systems:

The optional smart phone enhanced features are industry leading in bringing video game like experiences
into real world play and include:

  • Reality /Digital Convergence (RDC) to capture real world actions through the lens of a smart
    device jam packed with popular, in demand gameplay features
  • Heads-up Display (HUD) with customizable vision modes, sound effects, and scopes for
    enhanced scouting of targets and objectives
  • Massive closed circuit gaming experience where players can use GPS to track the movement of
    teammates and opponents through Tek Recon Radar
  • Downloadable upgrades and links to a global social community, where screen captures can be
    shared, personal stats can be tracked, and team leader boards populated
  • Flashlight for night vision, surveillance video and camera, inter-team walkie talkie features

3 Popular, Familiar, and Exciting Game Modes:

  • Isolation: every person for themself tagging battle – last person standing
  • Team supremacy: team battle, eliminate opponent team through tactical maneuvers and tagging
  • Intel recovery: team reconnaissance mission – locate and scan all flags before

The app works with iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, and iPod Touch devices as well as select Android
devices.

Available Fall 2013
Suggested retail price: $19.99 (Hammer Head), $34.99 (Havok)
Ages 8+

Please visit http://www.tech4kids.com.