Listed below are my favourite issues from Toy Honest 2026

Toy Fair 2026 simply wrapped earlier this week and whereas I might have preferred to spend much more time there, I’ve my very own children (and all their toys and trinkets) to take care of. That mentioned, there have been a ton of cool new merchandise on show on the Javits Heart in New York Metropolis that set the stage for the remainder of the 12 months, so this is a fast take a look at a number of the most fascinating releases from the biggest toy present within the Western Hemisphere.

To rejoice the fortieth anniversary of Transformers: The Film, Hasbro is launching an apology tour to make up for traumatizing theatergoers with the dying of probably the most beloved Autobot again in 1986. To kick issues off, Hasbro is releasing a handful of latest figures alongside re-releases for some standard bots together with Astrotrain, Skywarp, Snarl and Shockwave. I need to give a particular shout-out to the mannequin for Kranix, which appears to be like extremely correct, as if he simply leapt off the film display screen. And despite the fact that his duck-billed spaceship alt-mode may look a bit awkward, I would not have it some other means.

The crown jewel of the road is perhaps a near-life-size model of The Matrix of Management, which measures greater than 15 inches broad and even performs Stan Bush’s iconic music “The Contact” with the push of a button. Sadly, the enchantment of the Matrix is so highly effective that it is already bought out, together with at third-party retailers like Big Bad Toy Store, which fortunately continues to be taking pre-orders for the remainder of the lineup after the preliminary inventory from Hasbro dried up.

Scorching Wheels has large plans for 2026 together with a brand new line of Pantone-colored cars, Brick Store fashions just like the Elite Series Aston Martin (which comes with its personal 1:64 scale automotive) and a Monster Truck Mutant Chaos set with actual slime. Nevertheless, I would argue the corporate’s new F1 offerings are the cream of the crop. Not solely are there a bunch of extremely detailed 1:64 scale racecars with steel our bodies, actual rubber tires and correct livery for all the large groups, there’s additionally a brand new Downhill Circuit Race course that comes with three official autos (Mercedes, Haas and Ferrari) that includes a number of ranges and the flexibility to overhaul or crash into different automobiles. When you’re like a number of People who’ve just lately fallen down the F1 rabbit gap as a consequence of Netflix’s Drive to Survive, these new formally licensed miniatures are certain to hit the spot.

The primary five-pack set of cars is offered now, with extra arriving later this spring earlier than the Downhill Circuit Race course drives by someday this fall.

We have been eagerly awaiting the primary batch of playsets that includes Lego’s nifty Smart Brick after it debuted at CES. However now that the corporate has detailed eight new sets that includes its newest innovation, we’re much more intrigued. For me, the three standout kits are the Millennium Falcon, Luke’s Red Five X-Wing and Darth Vader’s TIE fighter as a result of performing out the Loss of life Star trench run full with reactive lights and sounds won’t ever get outdated. I even have a comfortable spot for the Ewok minifigs that include the AT-ST set. Alternatively, the Mos Eisley Cantina kit looks as if an effective way to spotlight the good brick’s capability to play music or kick out some rowdy droids. The one factor to look out for, although, is the tag on the set that claims whether or not it is Good Play appropriate or if it is an all-in-one set, as a result of the previous will want Good Bricks from different kits to ship Lego’s newfound interactivity.

Pre-orders for these are live now, with units slated to ship on March 1.

All the brand new Ok-pop Demon Hunters toys

Rumi, Mira and Zoey might have been the largest breakout stars of 2025 and Mattel is trying to hold that momentum going with a ton of latest toys and figures for everybody’s favourite demon hunters. There are three new singing dolls that may belt out the trio’s hit “Golden” on the contact of a button and a deluxe determine of Rumi full together with her 4 Tiger Sword. There are additionally a ton of different dolls and miniatures showcasing HUNTR/X, the Saja Boys and extra. The one draw back is that these merchandise aren’t popping out till the autumn, so you will should tide your self over with different Ok-pop-themed merchandise for now.

Yoshi appears poised to steal the spotlight from Rosalina within the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie and this launch from Spin Masters is just reinforcing the lovable inexperienced dino’s aura. From inside his shell, Yoshi can burst out together with his signature yell. After that, you may pat his nostril to make his eyes gentle up or get him to rock when he is actually glad. However if you need one, you are going to should be vigilant. Pre-orders are already bought out, so you will must hold an in depth eye on retailers like Walmart when he formally goes on sale on February 20.

Technically, these went on sale final month, however Thames & Kosmos’ SolarFlowers caught my eye once more at Toy Honest as a consequence of their mixture of artwork and science. Accessible in 4 totally different kinds, every equipment incorporates a mannequin that you could construct your self or along with your children (really helpful age 8+) that turns into an enduring showpiece. After placing the kinetic sculpture collectively, you may join the included photo voltaic panel to carry the entire equipment to life (no batteries required) and make the flowers spin for perpetual leisure.

Upcoming Masters of the Universe figures

As somebody who grew up in the course of the 80s and 90s, I am attempting to be optimistic about He-Man’s return to the big screen later this summer season and Mattel’s new line of figures is actually serving to. To assist prime folks for the film, there’s a wide range of upcoming toys highlighting He-Man, Skeletor, Battle Cat and extra, all of which I might have completely liked as a child. These shall be obtainable later this spring.

It is arduous to gauge the joy of toys geared toward one-year-olds once they cannot learn or get into Toy Honest. However because the guardian of a toddler, I am keen on the partnership between Fisher-Worth and Nintendo that has resulted in a line of Mario-themed Little Individuals. All the large names are right here, together with Peach, Luigi and Bowser and there is even a few tremendous cute playsets to go along with them. However maybe the perfect half is {that a} six-pack of figures and Bower’s Airship prices underneath $25, which implies your child may very well be in for hours of enjoyable with out you spending a ton of cash.