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Top 3 Toys Everyone Wants Right Now

Our editors track what's actually selling. These three are flying off Amazon's Toys & Games Best Sellers list this October, and each one makes an easy holiday gift.

No. 1 Schylling NeeDoh Squishmas Advent Calendar box

NeeDoh Squishmas Advent Calendar

by Schylling

A 24-door Christmas countdown with a mini NeeDoh squeeze toy behind every door. Each "teenie" is about 1.25 inches tall, in a mix of shapes and textures.

Why it's hot

NeeDoh is one of the year's biggest sensory-toy crazes, and this calendar is in the top 5 of Amazon's Toys & Games Best Sellers as the holiday countdown approaches.

Pros

  • 24 surprises stretch the fun over a full month
  • Screen-free, tactile play
  • Minis double as stocking stuffers or class rewards

Cons

  • Toys are small (about 1.25")
  • Only fun if opened Dec. 1-24, so buy before December
Best for: Ages 3+; squishy-toy fans and family holiday countdowns
$29.99 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 2 LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2026 set 75456 box

LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2026 (75456)

by LEGO

A Mandalorian-themed countdown with a mini build behind every door. It includes The Mandalorian and Grogu in holiday sweaters, Moff Gideon, Carson Teva and a Jawa, plus 8 mini vehicles like the Razor Crest and an X-wing.

Why it's hot

It's a top-10 item on Amazon's Toys & Games Best Sellers, and with Grogu front and center it works for kids and adult Star Wars fans alike.

Pros

  • Minifigures plus mini builds in every calendar
  • Pieces add on to other LEGO Star Wars sets
  • Shipped and sold by Amazon.com at time of writing

Cons

  • Mini builds are small and simple
  • Theme is Mandalorian-only, so not for every Star Wars fan
Best for: Ages 6+; Star Wars fans and LEGO builders
$30.00 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 3 Disney Store Buzz Lightyear interactive talking action figure

Buzz Lightyear Interactive Talking Action Figure

by Disney Store

Disney Store's official 12-inch (30 cm) Buzz from Toy Story. It says 10+ phrases, has pop-out wings, a flashing arm laser and a karate-chop action, and it's fully articulated.

Why it's hot

After this summer's Toy Story 5 release, this classic Buzz is in the top 15 of Amazon's Toys & Games Best Sellers.

Pros

  • Lights, sounds and movie-style phrases
  • Interacts with other Toy Story figures for extra phrases
  • Batteries (3 AAA) included

Cons

  • Highest price of the three
  • Contains a small battery, so supervise young kids
  • Phrases are English only
Best for: Ages 3+; Toy Story fans and big holiday "wow" gifts
$39.95 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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Top 3 Board Games for Kids Right Now

These three are on Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list this October, and each one is easy for kids to learn.

No. 1 Hasbro Gaming Sorry! board game box

Sorry! Board Game

by Hasbro Gaming

The classic race-to-home game. Draw a card, move your pawns, and slide or bump other players back to Start for "sweet revenge."

Why it's hot

It's No. 2 on Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • Simple card-driven moves, no dice to lose
  • Mixes luck with real choices on each card
  • Under $10 at time of writing

Cons

  • Getting sent back to Start can upset younger kids
  • Small pawns and cards need to be kept track of
Best for: Family game night with school-age kids
Players: 2-4 | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 6+
$8.98 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 2 Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 strategy board game box

Connect 4 Strategy Board Game (Amazon Exclusive)

by Hasbro Gaming

Drop discs into the grid and be the first to get four in a row. This edition adds a blue Blocker Disc for new ways to block your opponent.

Why it's hot

It's No. 3 on Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • Learn it in under a minute
  • Builds planning and pattern skills
  • Blocker Disc adds a twist for kids who know the classic

Cons

  • Two players only
  • Discs are small and easy to lose
Best for: Head-to-head play between siblings or a kid and parent
Players: 2 | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 6+
$12.42 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 3 Spin Master Games Hedbanz picture guessing game box

Hedbanz Picture Guessing Game

by Spin Master Games

Put a picture card in your headband, then ask yes-or-no questions to figure out what you are. Guess 3 cards correctly to win. This 2nd edition has 6 new headbands.

Why it's hot

It's in the top 20 of Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • Picture cards, so early readers can play
  • Gets everyone talking and laughing
  • Up to 6 players

Cons

  • Headbands may not fit every head comfortably
  • Can be hard for the youngest players to ask good questions
Best for: Parties, sleepovers and mixed-age family nights
Players: 2-6 | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 6+
$16.99 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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Top 3 Board Games for Adults Right Now

From party games to strategy, these three are on Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list this October.

No. 1 USAOPOLY Hues and Cues color guessing board game box

Hues and Cues

by USAOPOLY

A color-guessing party game. The cue giver uses one- or two-word clues to steer everyone toward one of 480 color squares on the board.

Why it's hot

It's in the top 10 of Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • Handles big groups, 3 to 10 players
  • Simple rules, quick to teach
  • No two rounds play the same

Cons

  • Players with color-vision differences may struggle
  • Clue-giving can feel tough for quieter players
Best for: Game nights and parties with friends
Players: 3-10 | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 8+
$24.97 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 2 Herd Mentality party board game box

Herd Mentality

by Big Potato

Flip a question card and write the answer you think most people will give. Match the herd to win cows, but the odd one out gets stuck with the pink cow.

Why it's hot

It's in the top 25 of Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now, and this version includes 20 extra questions.

Pros

  • Works for 4 to 20+ players
  • No trivia knowledge needed
  • Easy icebreaker for mixed crowds

Cons

  • Needs at least 4 players
  • Questions can repeat after many games
Best for: Holiday gatherings and large groups
Players: 4-20+ | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 10+
$22.49 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 3 Azul mosaic tile-placement strategy board game box

Azul

by Next Move Games

Draft colorful tiles from shared factory displays and place them to build a mosaic wall. Every pick shapes your score and what your rivals can take.

Why it's hot

It won the 2018 Spiel des Jahres and is in the top 25 of Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • Easy rules with real strategy
  • Great as a 2-player game, scales to 4
  • Chunky, colorful tiles look great on the table

Cons

  • Highest price of the three
  • Can feel cutthroat when players block each other
Best for: Couples and strategy fans
Players: 2-4 | Play time: 30-45 min | Ages: 8+
$31.99 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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Top 3 Board Games to Play with Grandparents

Simple rules and easy-to-handle pieces make these Amazon Board Games best sellers a good fit for every generation.

No. 1 Jax SEQUENCE board game with folding board, cards and chips

SEQUENCE

by Jax

Play a card from your hand and place a chip on the matching space. Get five in a row to make a SEQUENCE. Play solo or in teams.

Why it's hot

It's in the top 30 of Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • Large folding board (19.75" x 15.25")
  • Teams let grandparents and grandkids play as partners
  • Up to 12 players

Cons

  • Cards are standard size (2.25" x 3.5")
  • Holding a hand of cards can be tricky for small kids
Best for: Grandparents and grandkids playing as teams
Players: 2-12 | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 7+
$13.29 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 2 Hasbro Gaming Trouble board game with Pop-o-Matic bubble

Trouble

by Hasbro Gaming

Press the Pop-o-Matic bubble to roll the die, then race your pieces around the board. First to get all pieces home wins. Rules include an optional Power Up mode.

Why it's hot

It's in the top 10 of Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • Die stays inside the bubble, so it never gets lost
  • Easy to learn and quick to set up
  • Classic many grandparents already know

Cons

  • Mostly luck, not much strategy
  • Pegs are small for little hands
Best for: Grandparents playing with young grandkids
Players: 2-4 | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 5+
$9.84 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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No. 3 USAOPOLY Tapple word game wheel with timer

Tapple

by USAOPOLY

Pick a category card, start the timer and shout a word that fits, then press down the letter it starts with. The wheel has a built-in timer and stores all 36 cards (144 categories).

Why it's hot

It's in the top 25 of Amazon's Board Games Best Sellers list right now.

Pros

  • One portable wheel, very little setup
  • Big press-down letter tabs
  • Easy to take along on visits

Cons

  • Timer pressure can stress some players
  • Needs reading and spelling, so better for older grandkids
Best for: Word-loving grandparents and grandkids 8 and up
Players: Not listed on Amazon | Play time: Not listed on Amazon | Ages: 8+
$19.98 (price at time of writing, Oct 13, 2026)
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