It’s that time of year again! A new year means an all-new roundup of toys and games that’re sure to make your kids’ wishlists.

Make space in the playrooms for toys featuring characters from KPop Demon Hunters, Bluey, and The Little Mermaid. Kid-friendly influencers like Danny Go! and Ms. Rachel also make playtime fun through engaging toys and activities. Plus, families can’t forget that this year brings new toys for upcoming films like Hoppers, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and Toy Story 5

Whether you’re preparing for birthday surprises, Easter baskets, or super early holiday shopping, scroll down for our 2026 hot toys preview!


SWEET SURPRISES PUZZLES & SLIME: HIDDEN PICTURES PUZZLE BOOK

This multi-sensory kit blends screen-free puzzling with tactile fun. Kids will use senses like sight, touch, and smell as they explore more than 40 Hidden Pictures challenges, featuring a scented, watermelon-themed slime experience from Crazy Aaron's.

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  • MSRP:
  • $18.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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NEON SUPER CUTE PUZZLE AND PLAY

This all-in-one play set glows with bright neon fun, cuteness, and creativity. Kids can solve more than 40 bright and bold Hidden Pictures puzzles using 100 Plus-Plus pieces in neon colors.

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  • MSRP:
  • $18.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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HATCHIN’ YOSHI

Hatch, play, and display this interactive Yoshi figure from The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Kids can hatch their very own Yoshi friend, then talk to him, pet him, and play games with him.

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  • MSRP:
  • $59.99
  • Age:
  • 4+

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  • Type:
  • AA
  • Quantity:
  • 3

MAGNA-TILES MICROMAGS SPRING GARDEN 24-PIECE TRAVEL SET

Young builders can create colorful spring scenes with these magnetic microMAGS tiles. The set includes decorated flowers, tulips, pastel quarter circles, and a bunny companion for building gardens, cottages, and more.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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HOPPERS KING GEORGE PLUSH

This 11-inch plush beaver from Hoppers is full of fun. Kids press King George’s left paw to watch him dance along to “Working for the Weekend," as heard in the movie.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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CRUNCHLABS – THE CRUNCHINATOR

Crunch, smush, squeeze and pop everyday objects — in the name of science (and fun) with The Crunchinator. Scientific principles like torque, force and mechanical advantage are leveraged in the Crunchinator allowing objects to be crunched with ease. With three uniquely designed, interchangeable crunch plates, kids can repeatedly experiment with household items like soda cans,…

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  • MSRP:
  • $34.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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AVAILABLE FALL 2026

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DISNEY STITCH MANY MOODS ANGEL

Experiment 624 is an entire mood. The adorable Angel shows off her big personality with animated LCD eyes and more than 50 reactions, including laughing, silly phrases, and sound effects.

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  • MSRP:
  • $44.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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SOLARFLOWERS

Kids can build this motorized flower model with moving petals, powered by a solar panel, while learning about mechanical systems like motors and planetary gears. The kit teaches kids about how solar cells generate electricity.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.95
  • Age:
  • 8+

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GUI GUI KPOP DEMON HUNTERS

Giving the beloved characters of Netflix’s most popular film a squishy, stretchy, sparkly glow-up through Gui Gui has been a ‘Golden’ opportunity to deliver exactly what fans crave. Launching this June, fans can craft their own gorgeous Gui Gui slime inspired by their favorite characters: Rumi, Mira, Zoey, plus Derpy Tiger, along with a limited…

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  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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AVAILABLE SUMMER 2026

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FAST FRIENDS

Get on the same wavelength with this fast-paced game in which players must try to guess the same phrase at the same time before the timer runs out. Each round lasts for 10 minutes, making it the perfect party game.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 7+

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  • Type:
  • AA
  • Quantity:
  • 2

2.4GHZ 2-IN-1 LAND & AIR SONIC HOVERDRONE

Elevate your Sonic experience with the brand new 2.4GHz 2-in-1 Land and Air Sonic Hoverdrone. This innovative RC transforms from a fan car to a quadcopter drone at the push of a button. The rear rotors rotate to easily switch between driving mode and flying mode. Race and drift on the ground, then lift off…

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  • MSRP:
  • $49.99
  • Age:
  • 8+

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COMING SOON

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BLUEY FUZZIES

Kids can collect these 1-inch, Bluey-inspired mini figures, each covered in soft flocking. There are 80 to collect, hiding inside Surprise 2-Packs, Episode Packs, and the Deluxe Figure Packs (sold separately).

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  • MSRP:
  • $5.99-19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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POKÉMON TRADING CARD GAME POKÉMON DAY 2026 COLLECTION

Fans can celebrate Pokémon Day with this set, which includes a foil promo card featuring Pikachu with a Pokémon Day stamp, a metallic coin with a commemorative logo, and three Pokémon TCG booster packs.

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  • MSRP:
  • $14.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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HARRY POTTER X CARE BEARS 12-INCH PLUSH HOODIE ASSORTMENT

Accio Care Bears! Kids can experience the wizarding world and Care-A-Lot at the same time with plush bears decked out as Hogwarts House Mascots. Celebrate Harry Potter's 25 Years of Magic with Tenderheart Bear as Gryffindor, Love-A-Lot Bear as Hufflepuff, Grumpy Bear as Slytherin, and Wish Bear as Ravenclaw.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99 each
  • Age:
  • 4+

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KPOP DEMON HUNTERS CORE FASHION DOLLS

Show the rest of your doll collection how it's done, done, done with this collection of KPop Demon Hunters fashion dolls. This lineup of dolls features Rumi, Mira, and Zoey dressed up for their opening performance and the Saja Boys' Jinu dressed up in his "Soda Pop" outfit.

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  • MSRP:
  • $26.99 each
  • Age:
  • 4+

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FURREAL SNUGGLES THE SMILING SLOTH

Chill out with the furReal Snuggles the Smiling Sloth interactive toy. This super soft, super chill interactive plushie responds with over 50 different combinations of sounds and motion reactions that encourage gentle, nurturing play. With velvety plush fur and big glittery eyes, Snuggles is ready for cuddles with a special kid.She reacts with giggles, grins,…

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  • MSRP:
  • TBD
  • Age:
  • 4+

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AVAILABLE: FALL 2026

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CRAYOLA COLOR WONDER MS. RACHEL COLORING PAGES & MARKERS

This set includes 18 coloring pages and five mess-free markers. Each page features a charming illustration inspired by one of Ms. Rachel’s adorable characters. The markers only work on the special Color Wonder paper, keeping your furniture, carpets, and clothes safe from stains.

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  • MSRP:
  • $8.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FURBY VIBES

Create the ultimate party with help from Furby! This toy includes three interactive glasses, which kids can swap to experience different modes, songs, and games.

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  • MSRP:
  • $44.99
  • Age:
  • 6+
  • Battery Requirements:
  • 4 AA

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AVAILABLE: JULY 15

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THE CREATURE CASES R.O.N. JET PLAYSET

Re-create scenes from The Creature Cases with an interactive R.O.N. Jet, plus figures of Sam and Kit Casey. The 12-inch jet features rotating engines, moving stabilizers, and opens to reveal a command center that fits Sam and Kit Casey.

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  • MSRP:
  • $29.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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POKÉMON POKOPIA

In this simulation game for the Nintendo Switch 2 (sold separately), play as a Ditto transformed to look like a human and create a charming paradise for Pokémon. As players settle into this cozy new life, they’ll build inviting habitats to welcome and befriend more Pokémon, gather materials to create items and furniture, till the…

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  • MSRP:
  • $69.99
  • Age:
  • E FOR EVERYONE

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LITE-BRITE X TOY STORY 5 COLORPOP! EDITION

Kids can create light-up artwork using ColorPOP! templates inspired by all five Toy Story movies. Includes 650 mini pegs, multiple light modes, a translucent screen for detailed designs, and a built-in easel.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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PEPPA PIG READY, PEDAL, GO PEPPA

Help Peppa learn to ride her bike with the Ready, Pedal, Go Peppa playset! Put on Peppa's helmet and attach the push stick to the bike. Kids can push the toy bike along while she "learns" to ride, then detach the stick, give her a push, and watch her magically pedal her bike all by…

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  • MSRP:
  • $39.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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AVAILABLE: JULY 15

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STICKER WOW! DISNEY PRINCESS ARIEL ACTIVITY PAD & STICKER STAMPER

The collectible stamper, which dispenses 300 Disney-themed stickers, can be used for 24 different learning activities included in the activity pad.

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  • MSRP:
  • $12.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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FISHER-PRICE LITTLE PEOPLE MY MARIO MARIO’S ADVENTURE PLAYSET

This playset is packed with fun activities inspired by the game, like a ? Block with a hidden power-up, a sliding turtle shell, a bonus wheel, a Chain Chomp, music and sound effects, and a green warp pipe that transports the included Mario figure into an underwater realm.

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  • MSRP:
  • $53.99
  • Age:
  • 18 MOS+

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  • Type:
  • AA
  • Quantity:
  • 2

SQUISH-A-LONGS POKÉMON CENTER PLAYSET

Pokémon joins the Squish-A-Longs universe with a playset inspired by the iconic Pokémon Center. The travel-friendly set includes themed accessories and Chansey, Marill, Pikachu, and Snorlax Squish-A-Longs figures.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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DANNY GO! COLOR BEAT DRUMSTICKS

Inspired by the YouTube series Danny Go!, these soft foam drumsticks make music while getting kids up and active. The light-up drumsticks feature six bright colors, 16 sound effects, and three songs from the YouTube series.

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  • MSRP:
  • $24.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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  • Type:
  • AA
  • Quantity:
  • 6

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Taylor Battle

Taylor Battle

Taylor is an assistant editor at The Toy Insider, The Pop Insider, and The Toy Book. Between reading fantasy novels and re-watching Disney classics, she can be found building houses in The Sims 4. Taylor is passionate about creating and is always looking to try new things.

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