We're big fans of Skylanders Giants, and not just because four members of our editorial staff have kids. The franchise is just plain fun. Skylanders Swap Force, which we recently got to play with several new characters, seems to be shaping up even better for those adults in the household. But before Swap Force ships, Activision and Frito-Lay are co-promoting a mobile app that highlights the Skylanders Giants Sidekicks figurines, among others. Frito-Lay and Activision have teamed up to launch the Skylanders Giants … [Read more...]
Skylanders Swap Force Pre-Order Bonus at Target
The Skylanders saga continues this year with the new Skylanders Swap Force game, and while Swap Force pre-orders at Amazon are always attractive, if you decide to get the next game at Target, we now know the pre-order bonuses you'll receive for doing so. Starting today, people who pre-order Skylanders Swap Force at Target will receive the first-ever magic pre-sell cards that will unlock an in-game upgrade when Portal Masters place it on their Swap Force Portal of Power. Also, those who reserve a Skylanders Swap Force … [Read more...]
Skylanders E3 2013 Limited Edition “Hot Dog” Toy Giveaway
Activision's Skylanders series came out of nowhere to create a "toys to life" genre that took the video game world by storm, invigorated nascent toy collectors everywhere and inspired Disney to create a Disney Infinity game that feels quite similar but uses Disney franchises rather than original characters. It just so happens that at the E3 trade show, Skylanders has taken the video game world by storm as well, creating E3-exclusive Limited Edition toys that are only available to certain attendees. Their Limited Edition … [Read more...]
New Wii Bundles Coming Nov. 4, Including Skylanders Giants Bundle
The Wii U may be shipping next month, but Nintendo's Wii still has signs of life, as indicated by a few new bundles coming on Nov. 4. Chief among the bundles, at least for the new-release crowd, is a Skylanders Giants Wii bundle, although a Just Dance 4 Wii bundle is also in the cards. The two bundles, which retail for $149.99 and $129.99, respectively, aren't yet available to pre-order, but you should keep your eyes on Amazon using these links, because they're sure to sell out fast: Skylanders Giants Wii bundle and … [Read more...]