It’s Christmas time again, and that means one thing. Toys. Toys. And more toys! When shopping for Christmas its always difficult to keep on top of what’s hot in the toy world. Every year is always a little different as new fads and trends shape what boys will be wanting most. This year, more than any before, it seems smartphone connectivity is all the rage as toy companies keep finding new ways to incorporate the power of smart devices into their products. 5 of our 10 hottest Christmas toys for boys in 2018 feature smartphone apps. However don’t worry, as even if your child doesn’t have access to a smart device these toys still are plenty of fun all on their own.
1. LEGO DC Super Heroes App-Controlled Batmobile
Two toys in one! This slick-looking version of the Batmobile, comes complete with large knobby tires, opening cockpit and LEGO stud shooters. But this set has a special surprise, as its also a remote-controlled car! Simply download the accompanying app and turn any smart device in a touch screen remote control. Batman can fight crime in entirely new ways when his Batmobile is racing around the kitchen floor or through the backyard at full speed! The Joker better watch out!
2. Nerf Laser Ops Deltaburst Fire Combat Blaster
They’ve never seen a NERF gun like this before. The new Laser Ops Deltaburst rifle mixes NERF gun fun with altered reality smartphone technology for a wild new spin on laser tag. The gun’s nose mounted senor detects hits from other players and alarms with light and sound. The cocking mechanism actually recoils for realistic feedback and the gun reloads with a bump of the mag catch. But, when paired with the NERF Laser Ops app and a smartphone, the fun is taken to an entirely new level. The app tracks player names, shield points, hits, rank and score to make every NERF battle a real life video game! Also available is the Laser Ops Blaster 2 pack for sibling rivalry fun.
3. Untamed T-Rex
Last Christmas, Fingerlings took the toy world by storm as the hottest Christmas toy of the year. This season, boys can get in on the fun with the new Untamed T-Rex. This cute little dinosaur is loaded with electronic sensors that react to sounds, touch and motion. It’s head swivels, its mighty jaws chomp and it lets out a thunderous roar when excited. Each Untamed T-Rex loyally clings to your child’s finger to ride along for playful fun. And with the downloaded Battle ARena app kids can take their T-Rex along on adventures as they build and train an army of ferocious dinosaurs. Oh, and if that’s not enough play features, they also fart. Cause what boy wouldn’t love a farting T-Rex?
4. Pokemon: Let’s Go Pikachu!
Kids love Pokemon. And now they can truly become a Pokemon master with Pokemon: Let’s Go Pikachu! only on Nintendo Switch. All fans of Pokemon will love and adore this game that calls back to the old Pokemon games on the Game Boy. Players travel around the world of Pokemon to catch all the cute critters they can and train them for battle. A 2 player mode allows a friend to play along and battle with their own Pokemon for extra fun. But what makes Let’s Go Pikachu unique is how it incorporates the capture of Pokemon by mimicking the toss mechanics of the popular Pokemon GO mobile game. Players have to actually make a tossing motion with the controller to throw a Pokeball and catch them all. Nintendo even went so far as to develop a Pokemon ball shaped controller just for the game, which is actually pretty cool. Also available is the Let’s Go Eevee! edition with its own unique Pokemon to catch.
5. Don’t Step in It!
More fun than running through your own backyard! Don’t Step In It is the game of blindfolded, poop-dodging fun! Featuring play-dough like poop, players take turns spinning the arrow taking the appropriate amount of steps through the grass. Can they make it to the end of the backyard without stepping on some disgustingly squishy soft poop? Boys will roll over laughing as they play the game over and over making and placing new piles of poop. Don’t Step In It is hilarious fun for family game nights and sleepovers alike. Seriously though, you had us sold at play-dough poop.
6. Transformers Power Charge Bumblebee
More than meets the eye! As far as Bumblebee Transformers toys go, this may be the best one we’ve ever seen. The Power Charge Bumblebee is based of the version of the popular Transformer as seen in the latest movie and converts into his classic VW beetle form. But what makes this version of Bumblebee the best is his large size and attention to detail. Loaded with play features like retractable swords, push button battle helmet and an energon core in his chest that makes lights and sounds in both robot and car modes. And with this ultimate version of Bumblebee, kids can have a loyal robotic protector all their own.
7. Kano Harry Potter Coding Kit
Bring the wizarding world of Harry Potter to life with this awesome coding kit. The kit comes with everything kids will need to build their very own electronic magic wand. Once done, the real fun begins with the included coding app that turns any tablet into a spell book of their own. The app teaches kids to code as they play create their own magic spells. With the wand as an input device, children can create magic with a wave of the wand up in the air or shoot fireballs with a circling gesture! An easy to read step-by-step guide teaches coding basics as they advance their knowledge. The Kano Harry Potter Coding Kit is a fun and educational toy any fan of Harry Potter or technology will love. Without a doubt, this is one of the hottest toys for boys this Christmas in 2018.
8. Kingdom Builders
In the world of Kingdom Builders, kids rule! Each medieval stylized toy turns into a working tool that kids can use to build up their own castles and vehicles then bash’ em down to build again! Think Transformers, but with tools as the alternate mode. Kingdom Builders makes a great toy for curious kids who naturally love to build and take things apart.
9. Jurassic World Super Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex
Colossal is the only fitting word for this MEGA-sized toy. At over 3 feet tall, this king of the dinosaurs is a massive amount of fun. Its huge! With snapping jaws and articulated legs and arms, this dinosaur will have no problem stomping over your child’s toy collection to cause a path of destruction. It’s so large, this T-Rex can even swallow up to 20 mini sized dinos for when it gets hungry. Watch out!
10. Holy Stone RC Drone with 720P HD Camera Live Video
It seems drones are everywhere these days and they are quickly becoming some of the most popular toys for boys. After all, who wouldn’t want their own mini helicopter to fly around the house or backyard with? And when it comes to drones, Holy Stone makes some of the best on the market. This quadcopter is very forgiving to fly with auto stabilize hands free hovering. A really awesome feature is the ability to sync a smartphone with the HD camera for a pilot’s eye view of the flying. Boys will love using the camera to take dramatic photos and videos to share with friends. Or, they can just race the drone around the house by creating their very own race track. With toys this like this, the only limit is the sky and their imagination.