October 2012 Notable Toys — All

With the television and the Wii U GamePad working as two integrated screens, Wii U creates unique possibilities for gaming, allowing ''asymmetric'' game play where each player can have different goals, challenges and views within the same shared gaming experience. Miiverse is a brand-new network communication system that lets gamers from around the world share experiences, discuss games and discover new content. Using their personalized Mii character, players enter Miiverse and see games, applications or entertainment content that either they have interacted with recently, expressed interest in learning more about or that their friends are using or discussing. In addition to the previously announced touch-screen and motion controls, the Wii U GamePad was redesigned and improved from its reveal in 2011. The new form factor offers players dual analog stick controls and can be used as a remote control for users' TVs, even while the Wii U console is turned off. Nintendo also announced availability of the Wii U Pro Controller as a separate peripheral. All game discs for the Wii system are compatible with Wii U, and the system will support controllers for the Wii system. Launch date: November 18, 2012.

Thousands of years ago, the Skylanders Giants fought epic battles in Skylands but were banished to Earth. With a new threat looming, its time to bring them back to join forces with the Skylanders. Put them on the Portal of Power® to unleash their strength in the ultimate battle to save Skylands. Starter Pack includes: 1 Video Game; 1 Portal of Power; 3 Skylanders Figures; 1 Character Collector Poster; 3 Sticker Sheets with Secret Codes; and 3 Trading Cards. Launch date: 2012.
— As of 10/30/2012 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 1 review on Amazon.com.

One Direction are a British-Irish boy band consisting of members Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson. One Direction became the first British band to debut on top of the Billboard 200 list when Up All Night sold over 176,000 copies during its first week of release in America. Launch date: 2012.

The Gelarti Designer Studio allows kids to make a fun and colorful world on their walls using paint pens, glitter and 3-D accessories. Kids simply place a sticker sheet onto the turn table making sure the edges are underneath the tabs and gently squeeze the Gelarti paint pen to create and color their sticker. Kids can also create different effects with the marbling tool. Blend two colors together or create beautiful swirls. Once they have finished painting their sticker they can add 3D accessories. Leave to dry for at least 6 hours, or for best results overnight. Once completely dry, peel off the backing sheet and apply to smooth, clean surfaces. When kids want to move your Gelarti sticker, peel off and place it somewhere else. When kids have finished using the designer studio they can simply close the lid and take their studio with them. Launch date: 2012.

It's time for a checkup with everyone's favorite doctor. With the Disney Doc McStuffins Time For Your Check Up Doll kids can use Doc McStuffins magical check up tools to make Lambie talk. Check Lambie's heart, ears and temperature. Doc also talks and sings the "time for Your Check-Up" song. Doc McStuffins is an American animated television series produced by Brown Bag Films, which premiered on March 23, 2012 on Disney Channel and Disney Junior. The series is about a six-year-old girl, Dottie "Doc" McStuffins, who can "fix" toys, with a little help from her stuffed animal friends, Stuffy, Hallie, Lambie and Chilly. During ending credits, Doc gives advice to viewers about staying healthy. Launch date: 2012.

Barbie has returned to traditional holiday colors and is radiant in red. The Holiday Barbie 2012 Doll's strapless gown features rich layers in the uplifted skirt, with a red petticoat underneath, a red tulle layer adding volume and a rich brocade fabric on the dress. A sash tied around the waist produces an elegant bow with glitter detailing. A statement necklace and earrings, red nails and red lips complete the festive look. Launch date: 2012.

Barbie and her three sisters can take a magical trip on the Barbie Sisters Cruise Ship. While on the "water," the boat features a steering wheel and space for two lounge chairs on the upper deck. When the boat docks, the side panel opens up to reveal another deck, a fun swing that fits all four sisters and a grand buffet table. The back of the boat pulls out to reveal a fabulous pool that features two slides for racing. When the day in the sun is done, flip up the deck to reveal two beds for the sisters to slumber in. Dolls not included. Launch date: 2012.

The Little People Disney Princess Songs Palace is a detailed, interactive play set that brings Disney Princesses to life in a special way. The palace features seven play areas. When kids place any Little People Disney Princess figure on a special location on the magical dance floor, it recognizes the specific princess and responds with her name, character phrases and a song from her movie. Includes Snow White and Cinderella pieces. Other princess figures sold separately. Launch date: 2012.

The howl-ways of Monster High are now alive with the Monster High High School Play Set that looks just like the infamous school. This fold-up set opens to reveal six play areas. Monster High dolls are not included. Launch date: 2012.

The expanding Fisher-Price Imaginext Eagle Talon Castle Play Set brings imagination to life with sound effects, activation discs and figures to help fight the attackers. Castle magically recognizes approaching dragons, ogres and battlements to warn of impending attacks. Castle expands from 20" to 42" and is reconfigurable in different ways. Play set includes: transforming castle, 3 figure turn discs, 2 catapults, 1 "Turn Tech" cannon with 2 projectiles, 3 figures with helmets, shields and swords, 8 firing discs for catapults and eagle head, 1 treasure chest, 2 ladders and 4 flags. Launch date: 2012.

No target is safe from the pinpoint accuracy of the missile-launching Air Hogs Hover Assault Radio-Controlled Helicopter. Children can take aim and blast with the push of a button. Kids can use the arsenal of plastic missiles to attack stationary targets or engage in full on air-to-air combat. With Steady Fly Technology, kids can engage targets like never before. Turn any room into the ultimate battleground with the Air Hogs Hover Assault Radio-Controlled Helicopter. Launch date: 2012.

No terrain is too tough for the Terrain Twister vehicle. The possibilities for excitement are endless. The vehicle is equipped with pontoons sporting corkscrew-shaped treads rather than wheels that help this vehicle handle any environment. Children can conquer snow, water, dirt, grass and other tricky terrains to ride off into any adventure. Launch date: 2012.

Launch into gravity-defying battling action inside the BEYBLADE METAL FURY DESTROYER DOME. This set comes with everything kids need to rip into 360-degree battles, including the DESTROYER DOME, 2 exclusive BEYBLADE tops, 2 exclusive DOME SPIN TRACKS, 2 RIPCORD LAUNCHERS, 2 Collector Cards with codes to battle online at BeybladeBattles.com, and a product guide with tips and tricks for better battles. Launch date: 2012.

Make a million and win the Monopoly Millionaire game. It's just like the classic property-trading game, but with a new twist. Everything's worth a lot more and there are more ways to play. Players pay rent, buy houses, collect their salary and buy properties just like the classic Monopoly game. But in Monopoly Millionaire, there's no need to bankrupt everybody. The first player to make a million dollars wins. Launch date: 2012.

The Playskool Rocktivity Walk 'N Roll Rider will surprise and delight babies with more than 15 rockin' tunes and fun sounds. It converts easily from walker to ride-on, and makes music with every step and scoot. Babies will jam along as it plays tunes parents already know and love like "I Like to Move It," "Walk Like an Egyptian," "Life Is a Highway" and "Ticket to Ride." Encourages kids to be active. Dashboard has beeping horn, revving engine key and a Giraffalaff character with fun phrases. Launch date: 2012.

With the addition of a rotatable camera that can also take video, children can capture memories of their friends and themselves. With hundreds of apps to download, children will have so much fun they won't realize they are learning. Combines photo/video camera, interactive animated eBooks, creative activities, tilt sensor learning games and a rich collection of application. Teaches essential skills in reading, logic and creativity. Parents can also track their child's progress on a variety of educational milestones and lessons. Launch date: 2012.

New FURBY looks great in any color, but Teal FURBY seems to be our most popular so far. Maybe it's the luxuriant teal sheen of its fur, or the way the teal sets off the bright yellow-gold of its eyes. With a mind of its own, the new Hasbro Teal FURBY will develop its personality based on how kids play with it. It will dance to their favorite songs. Put it in a room with a few of its friends and they'll interact with each other in all sorts of hilarious ways while speaking either English or the special FURBY language, FURBISH. Launch date: 2012.

The Butterfly Garden wall art kit makes a beautiful design of precious pink flowers and butterflies. This darling look will grow with children for an enduringly sweet decor focal point. This wall decal kit also includes three 3-D butterflies for an added dimension of fashion. The kit comes with 3 sheets of stickers to bring the 47"h x 56"w Butterfly Garden to life. Launch date: October 2011.

Happy monkeys, swinging from the trees with bananas adds some jungle fun to a child's room. These wall art decals bring imagination and happiness to the walls. This kit comes with 2 sheets of fun-loving monkeys and vines to create a splendid scene, measuring 45.5"h x 44"w. Launch date: October 2011.

This shimmery mirror wall art kit adds just the right touch of razzle dazzle to a kid's room. These 3-D flower mirrors set the ambiance for fabulous. This twinkly kit includes five 5" x 5" 3-D mirrors. Launch date: October 2011.

The Monkeying Around chandelier is friendly and  fun in a child's room or a nursery. Tiers of playful monkeys hanging from trees is an adorable addition to the décor, bringing a smile to your space. The chandelier comes with one 10.25" x 14" piece and does not include a lightbulb or cord set. Launch date: October 2011.

This pink and white chandelier with butterflies and flowers adds an adorable accessory to a little girls room. Shimmering tiers of pink reflect the light of the room and bring a dollop of delightful style. The chandelier comes with one 8" x 12" piece and does not include the lightbulb or cord set. Launch date: October 2011.

Get all warm and cozy with this 24 piece floor puzzle featuring a burrow scene from Beatrix Potter's famous Peter Rabbit books. Large sized pieces make for easy handling for the little ones while the colorful yet simple illustration keeps the puzzle from becoming too challenging. Made in the USA. Launch date: March 2012.

This 1000 piece puzzle features a vintage illustration of New York from a travel poster commissioned by TWA Airlines in the 1950s. Illustrated by David Klein, these posters have become an iconic part of our nation's air travel history and are now available in puzzle form for those who wish to piece together for themselves how advertising was done in mid-century America. This puzzle makes a great gift for puzzle lovers and history buffs alike. Made in the USA. Launch date: March 2012.