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# Motion-Activated Sci-Fi Toys
Hasbro Debuts the ‘Darth Revan Force FX Elite Electronic Lightsaber’

By Kanesa D | Published 2022-08-22 | Life-Stages
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-2
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/8/hasbro-star-wars-darth-revan-force-fx-lightsaber-reissue-pre-orders) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/star-wars-sw-aurora-elite/dp/b0b5fk3j76/?tag=trenhunt0f-20)

![Motion-Activated Sci-Fi Toys](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/486/hasbro-2.jpeg)

[Hasbro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-series-obiwan-kenobi-force-fx-elite-lightsaber) has launched another Star Wars collectible just after debuting its Darth Revan ‘Force FX Lightsaber’ back in 2020. The new offering is a part of the Hasbro ‘Force FX’ series and is a re-creation of Darth Vader’s signature weapon of choice. Details include a sculptural hilt, pushers, and claw-like spikes that accurately mirror the design of the original weapon.

The lightsaber can also change from red to purple, with allows users to [cosplay as a Sith Lord](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huntrx-cosplay-light-stick-toy) and a Jedi Knight. The toy also comes with motion-activated sound effects, a display stand, and a Kyber crystal prop.

The Hasbro ‘Darth Revan Force FX Elite Electronic Lightsaber’ is now available on the [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tamagotchi) website for $280 USD.

Image Credit: Hasbro

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.1/10
- Popularity: 76% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 13%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Motion-activated Sci-fi Toys:** Toys that utilize motion-activated technology to enhance the overall experience.
- **Collectible Toy Series:** Developing collectibles for a particular franchise to generate excitement among fans.
- **Electronic Replicas:** Creating electronic replicas of iconic items that have a cult following and appeal to collectors.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Gaming Industry:** Developing toys that appeal to gamers and fans of popular gaming franchises.
- **Toy Industry:** Creating and marketing collectibles for specific fandoms to generate revenue and excitement among fans.
- **Movie Industry:** Creating merchandise and collectibles for popular movie franchises to generate revenue and increase fan engagement.

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