TDmonthly's Toy Fair 2007 Preview
Category: Action Games

Max Force Shadow Hawk 100 by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

The Max Force™ Shadow Hawk 100 is great for long range missions, complete with bipod for effective long range firing over 100 feet.  It includes 120 refill pellets, two 8 round cartridges and Mission Glasses. Launch date: Fall 2011. 2/23/2011 (Price: $44.99)

Max Force Gun Maximizer 60 by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

This intense play gun for older children shoots water soaked paper pellets that stick to their targets. Includes 102 pellet refills, two 8-round clips for easy loading, eyewear, and accuracy up to 60 feet.  Launch date: Fall 2011. 2/22/2011 (Price: $19.99)

NERF Dart Tag Swarmfire Blaster by HASBRO INC.

This battery-powered dart gun shoots a succession of 20 foam darts in rapid-fire. Launch date: Spring 2011. 2/22/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ninjago Battle Arena by LEGO

Kids place their characters on the spinner, arm them with 14 different weapons and use the battle cards to spin their way to victory. Watch out for the deadly flick and ball shooters. Set includes 2 minifigures with special accessories, 2 spinners, 14 weapons, 2 character cards and 8 battle cards. 2/18/2011 (Price: $49.99)

Ninjago Spinjitzu Starter Set by LEGO

Kids build the Spinjitzu Arena, pick their character and play the cards to influence the outcome between Jay, the Master of Lightning, and Frakjaw, the toughest warrior in the Skeleton Army. Set includes 2 minifigures, 2 spinners, 6 weapons, 2 character cards, 8 battle cards, and enough LEGO® bricks to make the Spinjitzu Arena.
— In late Spring 2011, 5 of 12 retailers surveyed said that LEGO was their best-selling brand of licensed products. Brooke Andrews, Owner of Miller's Toys in Mamaroneck, N.Y., said that LEGO Ninjago was their best-selling licensed product. "We sold out our whole LEGO order, and there are also books, games, and accessories," she told TDmonthly. 2/18/2011 (Price: $19.99)

Hot Wheels Wall Tracks by MATTEL INC.

These new tracks for Hot Wheels cars can be mounted on the wall using sticky mounting strips by 3M Co. that won't damage walls or wall paper. Kids can bring their tracks to new levels of fun with Hot Wheels Wall Tracks. Compatible with all standard Hot Wheels cars, these innovative tracks are mounted to the wall using sticky mounting strips from 3M Co., that can safely be removed from walls without leaving residue or stripping the paint. Wall tracks can also go up doors, accross corners, and can be connected with standard Hot Wheels tracks too. 2/18/2011 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Green Lantern Quickshot Game by PRESSMAN TOY CORP.

Green Lantern Quickshot Game is an action-packed game that allows kids to put their dexterity to the test as they load up their shooters with marbles and try to pop out the Green Lanterns. The game was produced in conjunction with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, and is based on Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming 2011 film “Green Lantern.” The movie will make its theatrical debut on June 17, 2011. Launch date: May 2011. 2/4/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Extreme Sports Zone ZipBin by MANHATTAN TOY

This ZipBin unfolds into a 3-in-1 sports field that combines features for football, soccer and hockey games - then flip and zip to the other side to convert into a half pipe ramp. Also folds and zips up into a carrying case with an easy grab handle. Launch date: January 2011. 1/26/2011 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hot Wheels™ZipBin®Patch Racer Backpack by NEAT-OH! INTERNATIONAL LLC

Unzip the graphic, patch adorned exterior of this backpack into a 2-lane drag strip with a winding cityscape in the background.  The car’s body is integrated into the shape of the backpack – with a sewn on Hot Wheels patch on the hood. 1/25/2011 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO® Star Wars®ZipBin® Tie Fighter™ by NEAT-OH! INTERNATIONAL LLC

Imagine Darth Vader speeding through the trench of the Death Star after the Rebel fighters, guiding his TIE Fighter in and out of obstacles, Rebel fire, and into space.  Unzip the LEGO Star Wars ZipBin TIE Fighter and you find yourself in that very trench. Dodge other starfighters to land safely in the loading bay before fighting your way to the control room.  Use the ZipBin TIE Fighter as a space-port garage or storage bin for all the pieces. LEGO Blocks not included. ( Watch Video) 1/25/2011 (Price: $11.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

LEGO® NINJAGO™ Battle Case by NEAT-OH! INTERNATIONAL LLC

This battle case doubles as both a storage case for the Ninjago masters to be stored in as well as the supreme battle arena. When it’s time to fight, chose between fire and ice for your showdown.  Featuring colorful artwork, the case can be used to store Ninjago figures, spinners, weapons and cards all away neatly. Portable; LEGO Bricks not included. ( Watch Video) 1/25/2011 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bag the Bull by MIGT MARKETING

This new game board has a patent-pending design that allows players to play thousands of game variations on a single game board. For children it is an educational tool that challenges manual dexterity, math skills, and fosters good  sportsmanship. It can be played indoors or outdoors, with endless evolutionary potential. It measures 39"x39" round and 3.25" high, weighs 9 lbs. 1/12/2011 (Price: $119.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cargo Noir by DAYS OF WONDER

Cargo Noir is a game of illicit trading in which players run "families" who traffic in smuggled goods. The game takes place in the setting of 1950's film noir. Game play in Cargo Noir revolves around a changing set of notorious smuggling ports – Hong Kong, Bombay, Rotterdam, Panama, Tangier, Rio, Cape Town, New York and Macao – that are filled with various types and quantities of contraband. Players dispatch cargo ships loaded with gold to the ports that hold cargo they desire – hoping that it will be enough to snatch the goods away from any opponents. The acquired goods are then stored in the player’s warehouses until enough is accumulated to create valuable combinations to trade away for Victory Spoils. "Game development focused on three areas: fine-tuning the balance so there were always multiple paths to victory; making sure the game shines with two players as well as with five; and finding a theme that would be evocative with a feel that is very different from most other auction or trading games," Serge Laget, game designer, told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2011.
THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE 1/12/2011 (Price: $50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Beyblade Metal Fusion Super Vortex Battle Set by HASBRO INC.

Based on the popular TV series, kids can play out battles between their Beyblade tops in this colorful arena. Set includes SUPER VORTEX Beystadium arena, 2 exclusive Beyblade Metal Fusion tops, 2 ripcord launchers, 24 tournament grids, official rule book and 2 collector cards. As of 1.06.2011 this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 58 reviews on Amazon.com and was No. 27 on the top 100 bestselling toys and games. Pros: Engaging; encourages critical/creative thinking. Cons: Plastic arena may not hold up to aggressive play.
 1/7/2011 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Birkball by ACTION GAMES COMPANY

Classic real-world games, like billiards and foosball, use sticks and pegs to propel balls. Birkball uses steerable chutes to accelerate and aim balls. Two, three, or four people can play simultaneously. Play consists of rolling steel balls down steerable chutes across a field into a target ball to move the target to the other team's back wall. 12/3/2010 (Price: $299.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Webmail Notifier by DREAM CHEEKY

This mail notifier connects to users' private e-mail accounts, Twitter, and Facebook when they cannot, to let them know when they have mail or other notificationa. Webmail Notifier works in the background to inform about personal emails and social media notifications, and even the capacity of unread emails. It comes equipped with red, green and blue illuminators and an optional sound indicator. 8/26/2010 (Price: $12.00)

Zulu Warriors by WARGAMES FACTORY LLC

This hard plastic set features 30 1:56 scale Zulu warriors. Included are six sprues of warrior bodies and arms, totalling five unique body poses and 18 arm options, and five sprues of weapons and shields. 8/19/2010 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

British Firing Line by WARGAMES FACTORY LLC

This box set from the Wars of Empire range provides four sprues for creating 20 multi-part 1:56 scale British soldiers suitable for the Zulu War of 1879 and other late 19th century conflicts. Possible poses include firing, loading, advancing and at-ready. Separate arms, heads, and helmets allow for maximum customization. "Being multi-part plastic means the kit is highly customizable and no two kits need to turn out the same," Wargames Factory sales director Lonnie Mullins told TDmonthly. 8/19/2010 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Zombie Horde by WARGAMES FACTORY LLC

This model kit contains 24 multi-part and multi-pose hard plastic zombies in 1:56 scale. The figures are suitable for war gaming, collecting and painting. Assembly is required and painting is recommended. The set includes 28 unique parts per sprue for over 900 unique combinations. "There are over 900 different Zombies that can be created with this kit," Wargames Factory sales director Lonnie Mullins told TDmonthly. 8/19/2010 (Price: $17.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shock Troopers by WARGAMES FACTORY LLC

The Shock Troops are the first release in the Alien Suns series. This multi-part, multi-pose hard plastic set features six full sprues, each containing 38 parts. 8/19/2010 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dust by FANTASY FLIGHT GAMES

In Dust, 2 to 6 players command vast armies of technologically advanced tanks, submarines, aircraft and “mechs” (massive piloted robots), all produced at factories which can be purchased and placed. To win, players must take territory through dice-based combat, controlling the most “power centers” in order to finance the expansion of their forces. By controlling the most of these power centers, along with the most capitals, players score victory points. The first player to score a set number of victory points claims the win. The game includes two variant rulebooks (quick-playing “Premium” rules and grand “Epic” rules), a puzzle-cut game board, more than 800 plastic figures, 45 lavishly-illustrated cards, 10 custom battle dice, 25 game tokens and three player reference sheets. Fantasy Flight Games Sales Associate Rick Nauertz told TDmonthly, "A few unique mechanics keep Dust somewhat shorter than other epic games of global conquest. In each player’s turn, for example, there is a cap on the amount of building, moving, and attacking allowed." 7/28/2010 (Price: $59.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

iPlay Games Tic Tac Stack by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

Players use swiveling ramps to launch chips onto the play board. With careful aim, the chips will fall into the desired hole. As players take turns, the stack of chips in each hole gets higher. The goal is to try and get three matching color chips in a row, either vertically, horizontally or diagonally. This game is for two to four players. 7/26/2010 (Price: $14.99)

GeoPalz Activity Tracker by GEOPALZ

GeoPalz is the first decorative activity tracker and online game that allows users to earn points through physical activity. With a simple message of  “Walk to Win,” every mile walked counts as one pedpoint and once the points add up, the child can use the points to redeem fun, activity-focused prizes - including basketballs, jump ropes and frisbees. The site also displays a map of the distance the child has walked – showing the specific destinations he/she has reached with their steps.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010, 2011. Launch date: August 2010 6/25/2010 (Price: $20) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stormy Seas by HAPE

Stormy Seas is a stacking game where the boat is ready to be loaded with cargo and the seas are moving the boat up, down and sideways. Players must carefully load the boat while balancing the cargo. Includes one boat with flag, 25 cargo pieces and one die. All pieces, other than the flag, are made of bamboo. Launch date: 2010. ( Watch Video) 4/14/2010 (Price: $39.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shake 'n Take by OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING

Aliens are on the loose and it’s up to the players to capture them. Everybody’s got aliens, but there are only two capture markers. The goal is to catch as many aliens as possible before the next player grabs the capture marker. The first to capture all of his or her aliens wins the game. Launch date: July 15, 2010. ( Watch Video) 3/10/2010 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]