The World’s Greatest Toy Store Names a Clever Little Parakeet, the Biggest Tiny Toy Boutique, a Rockin’ Return and an Intergalactic Favorite–Among Others–to Its Annual Gift List
The 2015 Toys”R”Us Holiday Hot Toy List is here! (PRNewsFoto/Toys”R”Us, Inc.)
Jingle bells are ringing in the distance, which can only mean one thing – the holiday shopping season is fast approaching. With parents and gift-givers eager to buy the best toys this season has to offer, Toys”R”Us® today revealed its highly anticipated 2015 Holiday Hot Toy List, comprised of 36 new playthings categorized by age from Baby’s First Christmas to Big Kids. Following months of carefully identifying, researching and experimenting with hundreds of toys, Toys”R”Us experts have selected items sure to be at the top of kids’ wish lists. Featuring a wide assortment of toys, games, dolls and collectibles, shoppers can see the full list at Toysrus.com/HotToys and follow the conversation on social media using #TRUHotToyList.
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Toys”R”Us experts have traveled thousands of miles around the world on a mission to narrow down the ultimate list of toys kids hope to unwrap this holiday season. In addition to alleviating the guesswork of the types of gifts kids will be requesting in their letters to Santa, Toys”R”Us is making it even simpler to spot the hottest playthings. Customers can find the Hot Toy List featured prominently in stores, including the “Fabulous 15,” which will be showcased in the “Here’s What’s Hot” shop in October. Whether planning to shop in store or buy online, customers can get started at Toysrus.com/HotToys, or by browsing a vast array of playthings grouped by age, toy category, current promotions and more using the company’s online Gift Finder.
“Determining our annual Hot Toy List is a year-long selection process we take very seriously. It is our mission to identify the very best playthings, giving parents and gift-givers the inside scoop straight from the toy experts on coveted items sure to leave kids smiling on Christmas morning,” said Richard Barry, Executive Vice President, Global Chief Merchandising Officer, Toys”R”Us, Inc. “We are proud that customers rely on the Toys”R”Us Holiday Hot Toy List as a trusted and valuable resource to help navigate the holiday shopping season even before kids start writing their wish lists.”
THE TOYS“R”US “FABULOUS 15”: The Cream of the Crop
Among the 36 items named to the Toys“R”Us Holiday Hot Toy List are the “Fabulous 15,” expected to be the most sought-after and anticipated items of the holiday season:
Bright Beats Dance & Move BeatBo from Fisher-Price®
Doc McStuffins Take Care of Me Lambie from Just Play™
Imaginext® Ultra T-Rex from Fisher-Price®
PAW Patrol PAW Patroller™ from Spin Master™
Barbie® Saddle ‘N Ride Horse from Mattel®
Little Live Pets Clever Keet from Moose Toys™
Journey Girls® 2015 Italy Holiday Doll from Toys“R”Us®
LEGO® Dimensions Starter Pack from Warner Brothers®
Shopkins™ Fashion Boutique Playset from Moose Toys™
Smart Toy Bear from Fisher-Price®
Star Wars™ BladeBuilders Jedi Master Lightsaber from Hasbro®
NERF® N-Strike Modulus ECS-10 Blaster from Hasbro®
Star Wars™ R2-D2™ Interactive Robotic Droid from Thinkway Toys
Guitar Hero® Live from Activision®
Meccanoid G15 from Spin Master™
THE 2015 #TRUHotToyList: From Baby’s First Christmas to Big Kids, the 2015 Toys”R”Us Holiday Hot Toy List represents the top new toys of the year in each age group:
BABY’S FIRST CHRISTMAS
Bright Beats Smart Touch Play Space
Bright Beats Smart Touch Play Space from Fisher-Price®
This interactive, touch-sensitive light-up and musical play space is perfect for babies’ natural stages of progression: sitting, crawling and cruising. It comes equipped with innovative Smart Touch Technology that responds to baby’s touch. With three different modes, including piano, dance and learning, little ones will be encouraged to keep the fun lasting all day long. 4 “C” batteries required (not included). Ages 6 to 36 months.
Lil’ Ocean Explores 3-in-1 Adventure Course Box
Lil’ Ocean Explorers 3-in-1 Adventure Course from Little Tikes®
This adventure course stimulates and entertains tiny tots throughout three key developmental milestones. When sitting, babies can work on building tactile skills with features like the submarine peek-a-boo door, the marine wall and ball drop periscope. When crawling, little ones can explore the course, discovering new ways to play. Finally, when standing, they will hear sounds and phrases from their new octopus friend and will be encouraged to play ball. 2 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 6 months to 3 years.
13 MONTHS TO 2 YEARS
Bright Beats Dance & Move BeatBo
Bright Beats Dance & Move BeatBo from Fisher-Price® (TOYS“R”US “FABULOUS 15”)
BeatBo is the perfect interactive pal to get baby moving, dancing and singing with its amazing multicolor LED tummy and touch-points that elicit various ways to play. With three modes, this engaging character will keep little ones growing and developing, as they wiggle and sing, as well as learn about colors and their ABCs. 4 “AA” batteries required (included). Ages 9 months and up.
Go! Go! Smart Wheels Ultimate RC Speedway Box
Go! Go! Smart Wheels(®) Ultimate RC Speedway(TM) from VTech®
Ready, Set…Go! Go! Watch the littlest speed racer zip through a colorful course, packed with four action zones and nine SmartPoint(®) locations. Kids can take the wheel during playtime by building the ultimate speedway using the 13.5 feet of interchangeable tracks, a stunt ramp, elevator, movable gears, starting flags and track switches that are all triggered by the RC race car. Then, they can use the steering wheel-shaped remote control and watch as the RC car zooms around, entertaining them with a light-up driver button that activates playful music and fun sounds. 4 “AAA” batteries required (not included). Ages 1 year and up.
2 TO 4 YEARS
Calico Critters Seaside Cruiser
Calico Critters Seaside Cruiser
Calico Critters Seaside Cruiser Houseboat from International Playthings, LLC
Calico Critters fans can set sail for an exciting seaside adventure with this Seaside Cruiser Houseboat. Featuring more than 50 pieces, including a boat, critters, waterslides, private island, food, drinks and more, the boat expands to 20 inches for even more space to play and bring the ocean adventures to life. No batteries required. Ages 3 years and up.
DINOTRUX Mega Chompin’Ty Rux from Mattel®
DINOTRUX Mega Chompin’Ty Rux from Mattel® Photographer:Jeff O’Brien)
Have a ferociously fun time with the half-dinosaur, half-construction vehicle character from Dinotrux, DreamWorks‘ brand-new animated children’s series on Netflix. This Toys”R”Us exclusive features lights, sounds and movements unique to his roar-tastic personality. 3 “AA” batteries required (included). Ages 3 to 5 years.
Doc McStuffins Take Care of Me Lambie
Doc McStuffins Take Care of Me Lambie from Just Play
Ah choooo! Looks like Doc McStuffin‘s best pal Lambie is sick and needs help to feel “so much better.” This snuggly sweet, interactive plush talks and sings, sharing with little aspiring doctors how she’s feeling with more than 50 phrases activated through her wrist, belly and heart. Like any little one under the weather, Lambie’s face, eyes and mouth feature realistic movements that are telltale signs she’s not feeling well. Kids can help “take the ouches away” by making sure to give Lambie a thorough check-up using the included stethoscope, thermometer, otoscope and sticker bandages. 4 “C” batteries required (included). Ages 3 years and up.
FurReal Friends StarLily, My Magical Unicorn from Hasbro®
FurReal Friends StarLily, My Magical Unicorn from Hasbro®
Ordinary friendship turns extraordinary with StarLily, My Magical Unicorn pet, the first interactive toy unicorn in the FurReal Friends line. Featuring 100-plus sound and motion combinations, the more little ones play with StarLily, the more she responds, even moving her head and opening and closing her eyes. The sensors around her face and on her horn allow this unique unicorn to respond to children’s loving touches, and her long silky hair can be styled, braided and combed in many ways for fun-filled grooming play. When kids feed StarLily her special sugarberry treat, this adorable pet opens and closes her mouth and makes happy eating sounds. To communicate how she’s feeling, StarLily will flutter her wings and her light-up horn will change colors. Additionally, little animal lovers can pose her to stand or lie down. Children can become even closer friends with StarLily, win collectibles and make her forest world even more magical with the free StarLily, My Magical Unicorn app (download required). 4 “C” batteries required (not included). Ages 4 years and up.
Tumble Train from Little Tikes®
Tumble Train from Little Tikes®
Tumble Train from Little Tikes®
Get ready to roll in a crazy train adventure. Kids can press the button on the smoke stack to start the Tumble Train and watch as the track will tumble around, inspiring kids to chase after it. The train will randomly reverse at times, causing the track to roll in unpredictable directions that will capture every kid’s attention and imagination. 4 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 3 years and up.
Imaginext Chompin Ty Rex
Imaginext® Ultra T-Rex from Fisher-Price®
Little dino lovers’ imaginations will get a gigantic boost from this 3-feet tall T-Rex with its realistic sound effects and LED lights, prepared to conquer prehistoric land with the help of young adventurers. Fully equipped with mini figures, boulders and projectiles, this ferocious playset is able to transform from a hunched position, ready to attack its prey, and ultimately extend to full height. 4 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 3 years and up.
Little Live Pets Lil’ Mouse Deluxe Play Trail from Moose Toys
Little Live Pets Lil’ Mouse Deluxe Play Trail from Moose Toys
These tiny, Toys”R”Us exclusive electronic mice are sure to scurry into kids’ hearts, each featuring their own unique pattern and vibrant colors as well as life-like features. Using the touch sensor on their backs, kids can control the mice and make them their personal pets. 3-Button Cell AG13 batteries required (included). Ages 5 years and up.
Paw Patrol Paw Patroller
PAW Patrol PAW Patroller from Spin Master
Kids and their favorite preschool pups will be rescue-ready to save the day and travel to different destinations with the help of the PAW Patroller. This mobile headquarters can display up to six vehicles and hold five action-packed pups, including Ryder and his ATV. Plus, for even more puppy pal fun, the PAW Patroller opens up into a command center playset featuring playful sounds. 3-Button Cell LR44 batteries required (included). Ages 3 years and up.
5 TO 7 YEARS
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Giant Leonardo Playset from Playmates Toys®
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Giant Leonardo Playset from Playmates Toys®
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Giant Leonardo Playset from Playmates Toys®
Little turtle fans will be saying “Booyakasha” with this 24-inch articulated Leonardo Ninja Turtle action figure that transforms into a complete Sewer Lair Playset. With nine different rooms, multiple levels and over 30 fun features, including spring-activated surprises, false floors and so much more, kids will be treated to hours of true turtle power and ninja fun. No batteries required. Ages 4 to 7 years.
Pie Face Game from Hasbro®
Pie Face Game from Hasbro®
Pie Face Game from Hasbro®
The Pie Face game is a simple-to-play game that brings friends and family together for laugh out loud moments. Players load the arm with whipped cream (not included) or the included sponge and take turns sliding their head through the mask and spinning the spinner. Turn the handle the number of times indicated on the spinner and the tension on the arm will build – suddenly someone will be surprised with a face full of whipped cream! Pie Face game includes the throwing arm, chin rest, splash guard mask, spinner and sponge. No batteries required. Ages 5 years and up.
Barbie Saddle ‘N Ride Horse. (Photographer Jeremy Lloyd; Stylist Machiko Tanaka)
Barbie(®) Saddle ‘N Ride Horse from Mattel®
Aspiring equestrians can ride off into a fabulous adventure with Barbie(®) and her horse, Tawny. Just like a real equestrian, Barbie can jump onto Tawny’s saddle and begin to trot off into the sunset, while looking stylish in her horse-riding outfit, complete with helmet and boots. 4 “AAA” batteries required (not included). Ages 3 years and up.
Bratz Hello My Name Is 5-Pk from MGA Entertainment
Bratz Hello My Name Is 5-Pack from MGA Entertainment
Get the four original Bratz girls (Cloe, Yasmin, Jade and Sasha) along with Meygan in one package! Exclusive to Toys”R”Us, the Bratz Hello My Name Is 5-Pack reintroduces the core Bratz friends, each with an iconic outfit that showcases their individual personalities and accessories true to their interests and hobbies. Celebrating diversity, self-expression and friendship, these dolls will be your kid’s “Best Friend for Life” this holiday season! No batteries required. Ages 5 to 12 years.
Little Live Pets Clever Keet from Moose Toys
Little Live Pets Clever Keet from Moose Toys
The smart and funny Clever Keet will interact with kids and create his own sentences based on what they teach him – as well as repeat what little ones say. Incredibly athletic, this adorable parakeet can swing himself on his perch in the cage, dance when he’s in front of his mirror and even propel himself forward on his cart. He can also tell kids when he’s hungry and will remember the name given to him. Plus, parents will love this clever pet, who offers all the fun without the mess. 2 “AAA” batteries required (not included). Ages 5 years and up.
Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Starter Pack from Disney Interactive
Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Starter Pack from Disney Interactive
The Force is strong with gamers looking to experience the next iteration of Disney Infinity. The all-new Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition introduces Star Wars to the best-selling “hybrid toy/video game” of 2014 — the only game where players can experience characters from Disney, Disney–Pixar, Marvel and now Star Wars, and play with them together. The Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Starter Pack includes the Star Wars Twilight of the Republic Play Set, where fans can take beloved characters, Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker and his trusty Padawan Ahsoka Tano, on an intergalactic adventure to uncover secret plots, defeat villains and bring peace back to the galaxy. Featuring an original story set in the Episodes I-III timeline, players will travel through four iconic locations, use the Force and Lightsabers in epic battles and master their combat skills. Fans also can play with their entire collection of interactive figures and Power Discs from Disney Infinity, which is compatible with the game’s Toy Box mode. No batteries required. Ages 6 years and up. This game is rated E10+ by the ESRB. This item will be available on Nintendo Wii U, Xbox 360 and Xbox One video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation® 3 and PlayStation(®) 4 computer entertainment system and PC and iOS tablets and smart phones.
Girl Scouts Cookie Oven
Girl Scouts® Cookie Oven from Wicked Cool Toys
The Girl Scouts® Cookie Oven brings the fun and excitement of Girl Scout Cookie season to playtime! For the first time ever, young bakers can enjoy the hands-on fun of baking cookies inspired by their favorite Girl Scout Cookie((TM)) flavors! This real working oven comes complete with tools and mixes that allow young bakers to make cookies that look and taste just like the real thing. Kids can bake up to six small cookies at a time with fan-favorite flavors. There’s also a viewing window that lets bakers see the treats they’re making and a warming station to heat and melt delicious coatings and frostings. The Girl Scouts(®) Cookie Oven comes complete with baking pan, spatula, measuring tool and a Thin Mints(®) starter mix. The best part? No order form necessary! No batteries required. Ages 8 and up. Adult supervision required.
CAUTION: ELECTRIC TOY: This toy has a heating element which can result in burns. Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. As with all electric products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electric shock.
Journey Girls® 2015 Italy Holiday Doll from Toys”R”Us®
Journey Girls® 2015 Italy Holiday Doll from Toys”R”Us®
Joining the line of award-winning, Toys”R”Us exclusive 18-inch Journey Girls(®) dolls for a limited time, Giovanna is dazzling in a striking deep red gown, perfect for the 2015 holiday season in Italy. Fun for any child or collector, the doll comes adorned in a full-length formal dress that features asymmetrical tiers and lush chiffon ruching. Accessorized with a metallic mask, gray faux fur stole, sparkly silver formal gloves, beautiful diamond and pearl earrings, as well as diamond bracelet, Giovanna is sure to make the holidays molto felice. No batteries required. Ages 6 years and up.
LEGO® Dimensions Starter Pack from Warner Brothers®
LEGO® Dimensions Starter Pack from Warner Brothers®
When a mysterious and powerful vortex suddenly appears in various LEGO(®) worlds, different characters from DC Comics, The Lord of the Rings and The LEGO® Movie are swept away. To save their friends, Batman, Gandalf and Wyldstyle bravely jump into the vortex and quickly find themselves fighting to save all of LEGO humanity. Let creativity be the guide to a building and gaming adventure, and journey through unexpected worlds to team-up with unlikely allies. Kids can play with different minifigures from different worlds together in one LEGO videogame, and use each other’s vehicles and gadgets in a way never before possible. Get ready to break the rules, because the only rule with LEGO Dimensions is that there are no rules. No batteries required. Ages 6 years and up.
Marvel Avengers XPV Remote Control Hulk Smash from JAKKS Pacific, Inc.
Marvel Avengers XPV Remote Control Hulk Smash from JAKKS Pacific, Inc.
Kids can feel the ultimate Hulk power in the palm of their hands with the RC Hulk Smash. The RC Hulk Smash lets you control the Hulk’s vehicle with smashes, flips, spins and wheelies! With 10 Hulk phrases and sounds, and Hulk’s awesome power, he can flip over against walls and do high speed spins. Obstacles don’t stand a chance against Hulk’s swinging arms, which adjust to eight different positions for a variety of smashing actions. Tipping over won’t stop Hulk – he’ll smash his way back into driving position. 8 “AA” batteries required (6 “AA” batteries included). Ages 4 years and up.
Playmation Marvel Avengers Starter Pack from Hasbro®
Playmation Marvel Avengers Starter Pack from Hasbro®
Playmation Marvel Avengers Starter Pack from Hasbro®
Kids can enter the world of Marvel’s Avengers with the Playmation Marvel Avengers Starter Pack. To begin, Marvel Universe fans simply strap the Repulsor Gear onto their arm and listen closely to Jarvis as he instructs how to control the Gear. The Repulsor features motion-sensing technology, three modes of attack and a sync button to collaborate or compete with other recruits. Power Activators bring characters into play, feature lights and sound and can be used as a blaster for multi-player battling. The Playmation Marvel Avengers Starter Pack features four locations and 25 missions that are playable out of the box, with additional locations and missions available through the free-to-download AvengersNet app, and includes Repulsor Gear, two Power Activators, Captain America Smart Figure and Iron Skull Smart Figure. 12 “AA” batteries required (not included). Ages 6 years and up.
Project Mc2 Doll with Experiment from MGA Entertainment
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