Head Shotz Twin Battle Pack - Wrecker Bot vs. Mantisector
Head Shotz Twin Battle Pack - Wrecker Bot vs. Mantisector
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What It Is
Head Shotz is a line of customizable, transformable R/C battle ball toys that are designed to compete in head-to-head combat. Players add battle arms on their Head Shotz to protect the battle targets. Using infrared remote controls, kids open their Head Shotz vehicle and control it with high-speed spins and forward and backward motion. Every time a Head Shotz loses a battle arm, it shuts down for a second, giving the opponent time to take another shot. If all the arms are knocked off, it's game over.
The toy line consists of three warrior groups: Elementals, warriors from the core of the Earth; Mechanoids, robotic warriors; and Creepies, mutant insectoids. The line also includes Fusion characters—hybrids with combined powers from two of the warrior groups—that are sold in a twin-pack. The Twin Battle Pack includes two of the Fusion Head Shotz: Wrecker Bot and Mantisector. The set comes with 12 battle arms, four battle targets, and 16 arrow stickers.
Why It’s Fun
Head Shotz are a great addition to the R/C category, and fans of R/C will enjoy collecting the different characters and battling them. Kids will like being able to customize each Head Shotz with interchangeable battle arms and creating a variety of stunts for the Head Shotz to perform in battle.
Who It’s For
The recommended age for Head Shotz toys is 5 and up. But there is a learning curve with these toys, and we think slightly older kids will be better able to control the Head Shotz. Younger kids may need some adult help—and a bit of patience to get the most out of the toy.
What to Be Aware of
Each Head Shotz requires four AAA batteries, which are not included. Each remote control requires two AAA batteries, which are not included.
Head Shotz are available at www.getheadshotz.com, Radio Shack and Kmart stores, and Amazon.
Don't throw away the package before cutting out the four battle targets on the bottom of the package.
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