Daddy’s Corner- Robots, Anyone? Review and Giveaway #CleverRobot #spon

September 19, 2011 by Samantha 412 Comments

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Daddy here- since this is a mega-ultra-super serious man topic, I have taken it from my wife.
Now. I would like to talk to you about something serious for a moment. This serious topic is Robots. Robots are going to take over, and it is going to be soon. The next step in this evolution of our robo-overlords will come in the form of children’s toys. These toys are called Mechatars. Mechatars are/will be this season’s most wanted toy, thus invading living rooms and computers everywhere!
These crafty robots are not only remote controlled but are also members of a robust online gaming community. Your battles effect both your robots physical form as well as its digital form. This may be the only way to save humanity from the coming Armageddon.

Sorry I couldn’t help it these robots are so neat and have some very very smart features it is almost scary thinking about what they could do with just the spark of reason.
Mechatars are robot warriors that fight in both the physical world Earth, via a remote control and also online in the Mechaverse, via your computer, the internet and some cloud computing. The interesting part here which differentiates Mechatars from other toys lines with online components is they are connected. Your child will train their robot in the physical world then complete missions and battles in the online world. All the while transferring experience between the two and evolving and personalizing their robot as they progress. Upgrading and powering up your Mechatar is done in BOTH the physical world via purchasing of special weapon attachments as well as the digital world via leveling up and battles. Upgrades in either ‘world’ effects the other, seamless integration.

The Mechatars also interact with one another. I like toys that actually get kids to play together in real life, I feel there is not enough face to face interaction between people in general right now. It is nice to see a toy line which is so technologically advanced yet still sees the importance and fun of face to face play. I also like the responsibility the makers of Mechatars have taken in the digital world. They have a special note to parents about the product by mostly this note pertains to their children’s safety online. Nicely done Bossa Nova Robotics.

Here is some general product information for you-

Mechatars are a new, interactive play experience iLove Robots call “blended reality.” Brand-new and launching this fall, Mechatars combines the best of online gaming and RC robotic toys by connecting the physical world and online world through cloud computing.

Technology: Even young kids expect a high-level of tech sophistication and Mechatars meets them where they are playing (perfect for ages 6-12)

Two Worlds of Fun: Accept missions in the physical world to traverse the terrain and then continue to battle it out online using strategic tactics to earn points to upgrade your weapons across the Eight Elements in the Mechaverse

Value: Parents love the value of our affordable price point AND the significantly extended play

Availability: Mechatars is launching nationwide in Fall 2011 at stores like Target, Radio Shack, Amazon, Toys R’Us and iloveRobots.com (MSRP: $39.99)

You can save when buying one of your own with this coupon code- MECHMOM

One of Have Sippy Will Travel’s readers will will a Mechatar from iloveRobots

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In order for you to see the Mechatar line up, visitors to the site need to click on “play now” then “register” but no information needs to be submitted- please visit visit www.Mechatars.com and;

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: I received the above product to facilitate this review. All opinions are mine, yours may differ. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Open to US shipping addresses only. Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above. Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends Sept 28, 2011