Nerf is Releasing a Star Wars Boba Fett Styled Blaster
Mary Van Puymbroeck — May 22, 2017 — Life-Stages
References: ebgames & highsnobiety
In honor of the new video game 'Star Wars: Battlefront II,' game producers GameStop have unveiled a new Star Wars Nerf gun.
Inspired by the feared bounty hunter Boba Fett, the new 'Nerf Rival Apollo XV-700' blaster features mercenary-inspired design and matching mask. The set is currently available for pre-order, but consumers will be able to get their hands on the new Star Wars Nerf gun when the game is released this fall. The highly anticipated action shooter game is set to revolve around the plots from the newest additions to the Star Wars franchise and will be priced at $89.99.
With a seven round easy load magazine and plush round projectiles, the Star Wars Nerf gun is a fun way to extend the fan experience beyond the game and into real life.
Inspired by the feared bounty hunter Boba Fett, the new 'Nerf Rival Apollo XV-700' blaster features mercenary-inspired design and matching mask. The set is currently available for pre-order, but consumers will be able to get their hands on the new Star Wars Nerf gun when the game is released this fall. The highly anticipated action shooter game is set to revolve around the plots from the newest additions to the Star Wars franchise and will be priced at $89.99.
With a seven round easy load magazine and plush round projectiles, the Star Wars Nerf gun is a fun way to extend the fan experience beyond the game and into real life.
Trend Themes
1. Space Mercenary-themed Blasters - The release of the Star Wars Nerf gun inspired by Boba Fett presents an opportunity for companies to create more space mercenary-themed blaster toys.
2. Video Game-inspired Merchandise - The tie-in between 'Star Wars: Battlefront II' and Nerf blasters showcases the potential for creating video game-inspired merchandise for fans.
3. Cross-promotion Between Entertainment Industries - The collaboration between GameStop, Star Wars, and Nerf demonstrates the opportunity for cross-promotion and partnership opportunities between entertainment industries.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - The release of the Star Wars Nerf gun opens up new opportunities for toy manufacturers to create space-themed blaster toys.
2. Video Game Publishing - The collaboration between 'Star Wars: Battlefront II' and Nerf blasters suggests the potential for video game publishers to partner with other merchandise manufacturers.
3. Entertainment Retail - The collaboration between GameStop, Star Wars, and Nerf highlights the potential for entertainment retailers to offer cross-promotional merchandise to their customers.
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