Travis Scott Has a Nerf Blaster?

This was a weird thing to run across right before bed. Granted, I know very little about Fortnite, but I regularly search “Nerf” in the news to see if something pops up. Apparently, rapper Travis Scott did a show within Fortnite. Which by itself isn’t a concern. However, there’s also a promotional item to go with all this: a custom wrapped Fortnite AR, using the same motif as this “ASTRONOMICAL” in-game experience.

Okay, there are clothes and an action figure, too. But here, we’re just worried about the Nerf blaster!

It goes for $65 a piece – more expensive than the regular thing, but since it’s a limited edition item…you could justify it. Note that the box art and blaster aren’t final. They’re expected to ship in October!

Nerf Nation Unboxing – New Fortnite Rippley Skins!

Yep, it’s one of those posts! More free stuff came my way for review, display, etc. This time, it’s the special edition Fortnite Rippley blasters – coming this May to Best Buy and www.bestbuy.com!

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Nerf Epic Pranks! Review – Not So Epic

In this age of social distancing and avoiding other people, connecting to consumers online has never been more important. Interaction through the internet and mobile devices is surging, and one app that’s been in development is releasing in time to jump the wave. It’s the Nerf Epic Pranks! app, and it’s officially licensed by Hasbro. Unfortunately, it’s far too easy, repetitive, and plagued with ads – even when you pay money.

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Adventure Force Water Strike Aqua Squad Review

Sometimes smaller toys surprise you. I put off reviewing this pack of blasters for a while, opting to review larger things. Given the usual performance of small, “cheap” blasters, (especially tiny trigger-powered ones), I had low expectations. I soon found I was wrong in this case. $15 buys blasters that, while lower in output than other things, can shoot nearly as far. They’re also quite sturdy as easy to use. If your desire is to start small (or possibly to just have a backup), you can’t go wrong with the Aqua Squad.

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Xshot Epic Fast Fill Review

Last year, Zuru saw massive success with the original Fast Fill water blaster. I reviewed it then, finding it a solid option amid what is largely a pump-to-shoot market. Inexpensive, easy to use, and the “gimmick” absolutely delivers. This year, Zuru expands the line with blasters like the Epic Fast Fill. It’s larger, has more firing options…and still fills fast, provided your water source is large enough for the blaster. If you liked the first version but wanted a bit more, this blaster fits the bill!

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Adventure Force Water Strike Tsunami Drencher Review

Not all water blasters do the same thing. Some blasters do a consistent stream over a long distance. Others try to make a spray or mist of water at close range. Then you have the Tsunami Drencher – it elects to dump a giant amount of water (mostly) all at once. However, the design also sacrifices endurance. If you have steady aim (and pull the handle all the way back), then it’s a force to be reckoned with in the backyard. Just be aware of the limitations!

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Adventure Force Water Strike Poseidon Review

Buzz Bee Toys is betting big on their “Steady Stream” blasters this season. No less than four are listed on their website at the moment, and three of those are new models this year. The largest and most widespread, however, is the Adventure Force Poseidon, available only at Walmart. This blaster may not put out a large jet of water, but it does fire for an incredibly long period of time, provided the user continues pumping. It’s a bit large for small kids, but older ones and adults should find it satisfying to use in combat, especially compared to other pump and spray models.

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