# Junk-Inspired Robot Toys HEXBUG's Collectible JUNKBOTS Come in Trash Can-Shaped Packaging By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-02-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junkbots References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/unboxing-is-brought-to-life-with-hexbug-junkbots-at-the-new-york-toy-fair-301007755.html) & [hexbug](https://www.hexbug.com/) At the New York Toy Fair, HEXBUG is unveiling JUNKBOTS as a new range of [collectibles for kids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-top) inspired by junk robots. In all, there are 36 characters to collect, each of which comes in a plastic package that's shaped like a trash can. To mimic the experience of assembling a robot from disparate parts, the toys appear like a bunch of random scrap parts initially and they have a universal socket system that allows their parts to be snapped together. To help with the assembly process, HEXBUG includes blueprint guides to putting together a working bot. As well as sharing a [fun unboxing experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sapo-concho-blind-boxes) that involves toys that must be thoughtfully put together before play, JUNKBOTS come to life with [vibrations, lights and movements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-mals). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Collectible Junk Robots:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create collectible junk robots that require assembly and provide a unique unboxing experience. - **Trash Can Packaging:** Opportunity for packaging companies to design innovative packaging shaped like trash cans, enhancing the overall toy experience. - **Universal Socket System:** Opportunity for manufacturers to develop a universal socket system that allows toys to be easily assembled using interchangeable parts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Manufacturers in the toy industry can capitalize on the trend of collectible junk robots by creating innovative and interactive toys that require assembly. - **Packaging:** Packaging companies can explore the opportunity to design unique packaging solutions, such as trash can-shaped packages, to enhance the unboxing experience. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can develop and implement a universal socket system that allows for easy assembly of toys using interchangeable parts, providing convenience and flexibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md) - [Interactive Monster Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashers-horror-house.md) - [Creative STEM-Based Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jitterygit.md) - [Micro Toy Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-toy-box.md) - [3D-Printed Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jigglets.md) - [Buildable Collectible Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zuru-max-premium.md) - [DIY Robotics Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windbots.md) - [Hexagonal Connectable Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-pods.md) - [Experiment-Based Playsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-lab.md)