As the weather heats up, so does the competition. Just in time for summer, toymakers are rolling out new toys and games that turn playtime into an all-out adventure. From battling Beyblade tops to board games, this roundup highlights some of the latest action-packed activities that challenge players to think strategically, work together, and connect with one another through the power of friendly face-offs.
STAR WARS BOUNTY HUNTER BINGO
This bingo-style game features characters, ships, and creatures from the Star Wars franchise. Duel mechanics add competitive twists while players race to cover their boards.
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MELON MAYHEM
In this fruity face-off, kids compete to match melon halves faster than their foes. With each successful match, they’ll earn a melon slice, and the first to collect 10 slices will be crowned the Melon Mayhem Master.
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EXIT: THE GAME — THE CIRCUS MYSTERY
As elite undercover investigators, players are heading to the final show of the season to uncover the truth. Explore circus wagons, gather clues, and crack the case before the curtain falls.
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RUBIK’S RUSH
Speed puzzlers press matching light patterns, racing through electronic challenges before three strikes end the round. Play solo or with friends in multiplayer mode
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POP-UP HELLO KITTY
Hello Kitty brings an adorable twist to TOMY’s classic Pop-Up Pirate game as players slide bows into the barrel and wait for the surprise pop.
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CODENAMES: CRITICAL ROLE ADVENTURES
Critical Role fans embark on cooperative Codenames campaigns as a game master guides the party through new missions, shifting goals, and final-boss challenges.
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GUESS WHO? POKÉMON EDITION
It's time to be the very best there ever was … at Pokémon trivia! Players must guess their opponent's mystery Pokémon first in order to win. Each game comes with two double-sided sheets for up to 48 Pokémon for players to choose from.
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PB & WHAT?
Kids will develop letter identification and rhyming skills as they stack sandwiches with words that rhyme or start with the same letter.
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CRIME NO CRIME
Real-life legal scenarios become clear, card-based lessons that help teens, families, and community groups recognize risky situations, understand consequences, and make safer choices.
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PRESTONPLAYZ PLEB SLAYER SWORD
This 16-inch, foam-encased plastic sword features light-up effects for action role-play inspired by YouTuber PrestonPlayz’s gameplay.
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XSHOT SKINS PRO SERIES MOTORIZED THRASHER
Built for teen and adult foam battles, this motorized blaster fires rapid shots up to 120 feet with a 10-dart clip, tactical rail, and pro- series styling.
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TURBO TRIVIA
In this fast-paced electronic game, the Game Master will ask easy questions that players must answer in only two seconds.
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DUNGEONS & DRAGONS QUESTERS
Young adventurers explore Dungeons & Dragons through collectible action figures that bring fantasy creatures, heroic archetypes, and discovery-driven storytelling to play.
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SNARKAS
Matching numbers, epic combo plays, Zap cards, and gem bonuses fuel this redesigned, travel-friendly card game.
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RETRO-SHOT TRI-FIRE
Blaster builders assemble and customize a Retro-Shot Tri-Fire with interchangeable shells, suction cup darts, pull-down priming, and an 80-foot range.
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MY LITTLE PONY TRADING CARD GAME: FRIENDSHIPS BEGIN STARTER DECK
These starter decks contain everything kids need to saddle up for their TCG journey, including a pre-built 70-card deck and three surprise booster packs. Choose from one of the Mane 6 — Twilight Sparkle, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, Applejack, and Fluttershy — or collect them all for mix-and-match magic.
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BEYBLADE X SNEAK ATTACK BATTLE SET
Launch head-to-head battles in a Beystadium featuring a pop-up rail and X-Celerator system that redirects movement and boosts speed. Using the included launchers, Bladers can unleash the Rampart Aegis GB Stamina Type Top and Cutter Shinobi LF Attack Type Top in epic battles with ratchet-integrated blades.
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AVAILABLE SUMMER 2026
TOADSTOOL TOSS WOODEN CORNHOLE GAME
Little competitors toss beanbags at a cheerful toadstool and frog target in a wooden cornhole game built for inside and outside play.
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THE GUESS LIST
Rolled letter dice turn famous-character clues into a fast, funny wordplay challenge where sharper guesses score bigger points.
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CANDY LAND: STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE
Candy Land get even sweeter with help from Strawberry Shortcake. Players will travel across familiar places, like Big Apple City and Berry Patch, using Strawberry Shortcake, Orange Blossom, Blueberry Muffin, and Huckleberry Pie movers.Â
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SEQUENCE QUEENS
A royal twist on Sequence brings alliances, gemstone details, bespoke artwork, and foiled board and box elements to the High Court.
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AVAILABLE SUMMER 2026
GAME MASTER SCREEN
This four-panel screen keeps secret stats, plot twists, and mechanics hidden while giving game masters replaceable 5e-compatible sheets, gold foil, and other fantasy- inspired stationery.
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ROCK PAPER SCISSORS WIZARD CROC
Rock, paper, scissors gets a twist with this family card game which adds a wizard, a crocodile, and some wild cards, too. Players take turns laying their cards, battling each others, and strategizing over multiple rounds for rewards — and to win.
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DICE WORDS
In this word-building game, players use seven lettered dice to form different words. They also must incorporate target letters and compete to gain the most points.
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SNEAKY SCALLYWAGS
Bluff your way to bounty by becoming pirates and guessing which opponent is hiding the gold. Players must watch closely as their rivals perform sneaky gestures like Swab the Deck and Sails Up.
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Stay on the Pulse of Play!
A version of this feature first appeared in The Toy Book‘s 2026 Specialty Toys & Gifts Issue. Read the full issue here!
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