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Magictecture Coaster in a Box Lets You Put an Actual Roller Coaster in the Backyard

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 13:40:19 +0000

There are plenty of things you can do to turn your backyard into a more interesting space. You can put tables, chairs, and even a playground for your kids. You can build a pool, put in a trampoline, or install a raised garden bed. As it turns out, you can even turn your backyard into an amusement park with the Magictecture Coaster in a Box. That’s right, this kit lets you build a frickin’ roller coaster right in your backyard. […]

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LEGO One Piece The Going Merry Pirate Ship Lets You Build the Straw Hat Crew’s Iconic Seafaring Vessel

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:12:56 +0000

One Piece isn’t just one of the longest-running and most popular anime series of all time, it’s also one of the most popular media franchises in the world. It’s so popular, in fact, that Netflix made a live action adaptation that registered a whopping 18.5 million streams in its first three days on the service. That live action adaptation is the source of inspiration for LEGO’s new lineup of One Piece models, including our instant favorite: the LEGO One Piece […]

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8BitDo Arcade Controller Puts an All-Button Fight Pad in an Ultra-Slim Package

Mon, 19 May 2025 15:00:12 +0000

With large controls and layouts resembling stand-up arcade cabinets of yesteryear, arcade fight sticks make it easier to chain attacks, perform combos, and pull off tricky moves. In fact, some people believe they’re the best option for competitive fighting games. Not everyone’s convinced, of course, which is why the scene continues to evolve new designs, including leverless controllers that ditch the joystick in favor of an all-button layout. The 8BitDo Arcade Controller is the outfit’s take on the leverless design. […]

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LEGO Art Keith Haring Dancing Figures Brings the 80s Pop Art Icons to Life

Thu, 01 May 2025 18:57:51 +0000

Keith Haring became one of the most celebrated street artists of the 20th century, having produced more than 50 public artworks between 1982 and 1989. His distinct iconography resonated with a wider audience than most artists typically reach, while making his creations easily identifiable. Many of his artwork feature dancing figures, which shows individuals drawn in bold lines and bright colors, each one striking animated dancing poses. The LEGO Art Keith Haring Dancing Figures lets you build some of those […]

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The Best Retro Handhelds for Taking Your Favorite Classic Games on the Go

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:00:21 +0000

Any phone, gaming handheld, or severely underpowered mini PC can run emulation software for all your retro gaming needs. When it comes to the overall experience, though, nothing still comes close to dedicated retro handhelds. From their pocket-friendly size and tactile controls to the easy-to-use software, they make it very convenient to enjoy your favorite classic games on the go. Sure, ROMs and emulation software aren’t exactly the most legitimate way to play retro games, but there’s really nothing that […]

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Aston Martin x Curv AMR-C01-R Brings Premium Luxury to Sim Racing Cockpits

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:43:27 +0000

Playing racing sims with a racing wheel is great, but pairing that with a proper racing cockpit takes immersion to a whole new level. It makes all those hours you spend grinding in iRacing, Automobilista, or Beam NG feel much more worthwhile. If you want to give your racing games a big dollop of luxury, though, you may want to play them on the Aston Martin x Curv AMR-C01-R instead. An all-in-one sim racing setup, it gives you a cockpit […]

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Robosen Bumblebee Auto-Converting Robot Finally Gives Optimus Prime a Proper Self-Transforming Sidekick

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:10:51 +0000

With Optimus Prime, Megatron, and Grimlock models that can automatically transform by themselves, Robosen inarguably has the greatest lineup of Transformer toys ever. Two years ago, they even added a Bumblebee, albeit one that didn’t transform, serving more like a sidekick to stand alongside the mercuarial Prime. This time around, they’re turning the friendly Volkswagen Beetle into a real transforming lifeform with the Robosen Flagship Transformers Bumblebee Auto-Converting Robot. That’s right, Bumblebee is getting the auto-converting treatment with Robosen’s newest […]

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Smart Ball Soccer Bot Trains Your Dribbling and Ball Control Skills By Chasing the Ball Nonstop

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:32:57 +0000

With the US hosting a big chunk of the World Cup in 2026, along with Canada and Mexico, soccer just might finally find its heyday in North America. With kids being kids, chances are, they’ll want to shore up their dribbling skills for the potential soccer craze and that’s exactly what they can do with the Smart Ball Soccer Bot. Unlike most soccer training tools that require outdoor play, it’s designed to help you improve footwork and ball control indoors […]

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LEGO Mario Kart: Mario & Standard Kart Set Brings a Beautifully-Sculpted, Brick-Built Mario to Your Collection

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:21:06 +0000

While the original LEGO Mario sets are fun and all, the electronically-enhanced design of the character didn’t exactly feel like a LEGO model. It’s a tad too different, in our opinion. If you were hoping to get your hands on a standard buildable 3D Mario model, then now’s your chance with the upcoming LEGO Mario Kart: Mario & Standard Kart Set. That’s right, LEGO is making a Mario Kart set with a traditional brick-built 3D Mario in tow, instead of […]

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Wizard of the Coast’s Sigil Brings a 3D Virtual Tabletop for D&D Fans

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 18:28:50 +0000

Playing tabletop games is fun. However, getting a group to show up for a game isn’t always easy. That’s why virtual tabletops (VTT) have become quite popular, as it allows people to partake in tabletop games without having to all be in the same place. Sigil is a new service that brings the VTT experience to Dungeons & Dragons fans. That’s right, you can now play D&D online, eliminating the need to find an IRL group to play with to […]

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