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Funko releasing Sonic bobblehead figure May 2010

by PJ Hruschak on Mar 12, 2010 at 08:46 PM

Funko today (March 12, 2010) announced that it will be releasing a Sonic the Hedgehog Wacky Wobbler (aka bobblehead toys). It will sell for $6.25 and will be available May 4, 2010 (SKU 830395021034). The cool thing about this is that Sonic’s head is large in proportion to the rest… Continue Reading »

Preorder Bioshock 2 at Toys R Us to get figurines

by Jenni Lada on Feb 1, 2010 at 05:23 PM

Toy R Us’ ad for January 31-February 6, 2010 is quite interesting in terms of video game sales. It mentions the usual build your own bundles, sales and promotions, but also a pretty cool preorder deals. No, I take that back, the Bioshock 2 preorder offer is just plain awesome.… Continue Reading »

Preorder Pokemon HeartGold or SoulSilver and get a miniature Ho-Oh or Lugia

by Jenni Lada on Jan 19, 2010 at 01:24 PM

As is expected for every portable Pokemon game, Nintendo has announced that there will be preorder incentive items for Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver designed to encourage people to place their orders early. Not like the game really needs it in the first place, given it’s Pokemon, one of the best… Continue Reading »

Gamertell Review: Zhu Zhu Pets electronic pet toys

by Jenni Lada on Oct 8, 2009 at 08:03 PM

The Zhu Zhu Pets already have a confirmed spot in Toys ‘R Us’ 2009 Hot Holiday Toy List. Most major news outlets have run stories on what’s being considered the most popular holiday toy. If you walk past the toy section in your local Walmart, you’ll see empty shelves and… Continue Reading »

Obama bobblehead giveaway at upcoming Cincinnati Cyclones game

by PJ Hruschak on Jan 2, 2009 at 12:09 PM

Sports and politics, what a mix. The first Saturday (January 24, 2009) after Barack Obama takes office as President of the United State of America (January 20, 2009), the Cincinnati Cyclones will celebrate with a free bobblehead to the first 3,000 ticket holders through the gate. Because when I think… Continue Reading »

Send the gift that lasts forever - inflatable fruitcake

by Jenni Lada on Nov 13, 2008 at 05:21 PM

Archie McPhee, the company known for creating silly and unconventional amusements, has just created a new item for the holiday season - the inflatable fruitcake. Yes, for $9.50 you can send your family, friends or even yourself a life-size inflatable fruitcake. My favorite part is the Frequently Asked Questions sections… Continue Reading »

Yumm, Pokeburgers

by Jenni Lada on Jun 11, 2008 at 05:27 PM

Pokemon fanatics will want to borrow a kid and head to Burger King after the Fourth of July. Burger King will be running a special, worldwide kid’s meal Pokemon promotion from July 7 to August 3, 2008. The official website (which isn’t open yet) will display the prizes that will… Continue Reading »

Rockin’ your pants on with Guitar Hero Air Guitar Rocker toy

by PJ Hruschak on Jan 9, 2008 at 06:06 PM

Admit it, you want to rock it like a hurricane but you have taken exactly zero minutes of actual guitar lessons. On air guitar, however, you could sink a small island. Announced at CES, Jada Toys is coming out with the Guitar Hero Air Guitar Rocker toy ($29.99) based on… Continue Reading »

Atari 2600 inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame

by PJ Hruschak on Nov 9, 2007 at 11:29 PM

The National Toy Hall of Fame held a ceremony yesterday morning (November 8, 2007) to induct the Atari 2600 into its list of 38 elite toys. The other toys inducted at the ceremony, held at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY, were the kite and Raggedy Andy… Continue Reading »

Japanese Import: R2-D2 makes for the coolest garbage can ever

by PJ Hruschak on Aug 16, 2007 at 10:52 PM

Recently made available on the Japanese goodies site, You Buy Now, is one of the most glorious, beautiful trash cans I have ever seen. Yes, it is R2-D2 and yes, the lid flips back. The can is produced by gentle Giant, makers of some of pretty fun and realistic toys… Continue Reading »

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