# Superhero Toy Weapons Arm Yourself With the Mighty Thor Electronic Hammer By Matt Ho | Published 2011-02-05 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thor-electronic-hammer References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5751387/get-hammered-like-the-gods) & [bigbadtoystore](http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HAS19946&mode=retail&picture=out) With huge anticipation for [Marvel's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-superhero-lego-toys) latest superhero movie flick 'Thor,' [Hasbro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/web-chompin-spider-rex) has unveiled the Electronic Hammer, a [toy replica](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon) of the mighty warrior's weapon. Push a button on the handle and the toy will flash lights and make thunderous sounds. In addition to flashy visuals and noise, the hammer launches missiles. 'Thor' is set to hit theaters this summer, but you only have to wait until March to hold the Electronic Hammer in your hands. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Superhero Movies:** Opportunity for innovative toy replicas and merchandise for superhero movies like 'Thor'. - **Interactive Toy Technology:** Disruption in the toy industry with electronic toys that flash lights, make sounds, and launch projectiles. - **Collectible Toys:** Demand for collectible superhero toys that coincide with the release of blockbuster movies. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for entertainment companies to partner with toy manufacturers to create licensed merchandise for superhero movies. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to develop and produce high-tech, interactive superhero toys for children and collectors. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to stock and sell a wide range of superhero toys and merchandise to meet consumer demand during movie releases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-superhero-lego-toys.md) - [Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-series-x-thor-love-and-thunder.md) - [Superhero-Themed Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/web-chompin-spider-rex.md) - [Motion-Activated Sci-Fi Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-2.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Themed Dart Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfleet-phaser-blaster.md) - [LED-Powered Laser Swords](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-series-obiwan-kenobi-force-fx-elite-lightsaber.md) - [Mythical Hammer-Inspired Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-mjolnir.md) - [Superhero-Branded Alkaline Waters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actiph-water.md) - [Cooling Superhero Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvels-avengers-12count-assorted-tray.md)