I hate to say it, but I think I've fallen head over heels. The most exciting thing to come out of New York Toy Fair 2026 wasn't a new Furby, the viral "Butt Face" (it's exactly what it sounds like), or even the Incredible Hulk fists we revealed last week; something else stole my heart. Meet Hatchin' Yoshi and the Pikachu Puppetronic.
If you missed the reveals, Hatchin' Yoshi (which is one of many Super Mario Galaxy Movie merch pre-orders now up for grabs) takes inspiration from the "Hatchimals" range by having the adorable dino break out of his egg. Once it's free, Yoshi can charm you with light-up eyes, sound responses when you talk to it, and a range of movements if interacted with. Meanwhile, the Pikachu Puppetronic is a puppet-animatronic mix with over 100 sound and action combinations, blinking eyes, light-up cheeks, smart sensors, and soft-to-the-touch fur. Both are painfully sweet, and I'm already sold after 0.5 seconds of seeing them. They were an instant addition to our best toys guide, anyway.
