Gaming & Toy Deals

Kids and hobbyists who like off-road play get a truck that handles mud, grass, and shallow water without missing a beat, so it's worth a look if your backyard terrain usually wrecks regular RC cars. Buy Now at Home Depot

Anyone looking to move past casual play and actually understand backgammon strategy will get more out of this than most beginner guides, and it's currently $11.35 (28%) off the $40 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $33.99 since this was originally published.

Kids who love water play but you'd rather keep it contained get a mini sink with a working faucet and drain, priced at $31, about $6 off the usual $37. Buy Now at Amazon

PS5 owners who want a backup controller or need to swap out a worn one will get standard functionality here, including haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, though it's currently priced at list with no discount applied. Buy Now at Best Buy

Update: The price has changed to $12.99 since this was originally published.

Kids drawn to the weirder side of plush toys will get a kick out of Stinkface's exaggerated grumpy expression, and it's a decent stocking-stuffer pick at $1 off the $13 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Genesis 2 and 3 owners whose original brick died will find this a straightforward replacement that gets the console powered back up without hunting down an original part. Buy Now at Newegg

Bath time stalls fall away with a set like this since the mesh organizer keeps all 15 pieces drained and mold-free between uses, which matters more than the toys themselves for parents tired of scrubbing gunk out of squirt toys. It's $4.60 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Kids who like hands-on projects can peel, place, and reveal foil designs without needing much artistic skill to begin with, making this a solid pick for a rainy-day activity or gift. It's priced $5 below the $20 list. Buy Now at Amazon

Stealth fans who want the full sandbox trilogy in one package will get all three Hitman games bundled together, letting you tackle each location with total freedom in approach. It's priced at its standard $30 rate, with no current markdown. Buy Now at Best Buy

Kids who like fast reaction games will get a kick out of this Buzz Lightyear-themed spin on the classic twist, pull, and push commands, and it's currently $2 off the list price on Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Collectors of the "Blue Lock" series will appreciate the detailed articulation this figure offers for dynamic posing and display, and right now it's $7 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Chasing after a ball that lights up on impact can keep a dog engaged during low-light evening walks or backyard play when a regular ball would just disappear into the dark. Buy Now at Home Depot

Little cooks who love pretend play get a sturdy wooden setup that holds up to daily use better than plastic versions, and it's currently $22 off the $130 list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Anyone with the space for a full-size setup will appreciate the 84-inch length, which mimics arcade proportions instead of the cramped tabletop versions made for small apartments. Buy Now at Home Depot

Family game nights get a lot simpler with this one, since the rules take about thirty seconds to learn but the strategy keeps adults engaged too. It's a solid pick if you want something to replace screen time without needing batteries or setup instructions longer than the game itself. Buy Now at Home Depot

Collectors filling out a Masters of the Universe lineup will appreciate this armored figure as a solid addition to the shelf, and at $9.97, it's just 82 cents off the $10.79 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Kids who like a little chaos in the driveway will get a kick out of the dual-bumper design, which lets two riders bump and spin without tipping over. It's a solid pick for backyard play since the low-speed motor keeps things safe while still feeling fast to a toddler. Buy Now at Home Depot

Update: The price has changed to $14.99 since this was originally published.

Good for pranksters who want a classic gag ready to go without manually blowing it up each time, though at $14.44 versus a $14.99 list price, the discount here is basically negligible. Buy Now at Amazon

Arco brings tactical, turn-based combat with a distinct hand-drawn art style, a solid pick for players who prefer strategy over reflexes, and at $35 it's currently priced the same as list. Buy Now at Best Buy