The first Rivals set was released in 2016, and included the earliest HEXBUG iterations of both Tombstone and Witch Doctor, though more were released with time. The first HEXBUG toys shown were released in two-packs, to allow for at least two of the toys to fight one another without the need to purchase any additional toys. The HEXBUG BattleBots toys are available in a variety of sets, which are listed below:

Standard Rivals HEXBUG releases were powered by non-rechargeable AAA batteries, though these were replaced by rechargeable lithium polymer batteries in 2021's Platinum Rivals set. The four separate channels mean that it is possible to fight up to four HEXBUG BattleBots toys against each other at any one time without interference.Įach toy features several panels which are attached to the main body via magnets, and can be torn off during play to represent 'damage'. Most remotes have a single button on top to power the toy's primary weapon, though the most recent HEXBUG toys feature a button for each moving part of their more complex weaponry.

If (document.In 2016, HEXBUG began releasing remote control versions of BattleBots competitors to allow for fans to experience driving a bot for themselves.Įach toy in the line uses an infrared sensor and small four-channel remote with basic forwards/backwards and left/right steering controls, which is included with the toy. They are also a bit too big to fit well in the arena. The toys are great unfortunately the Bronco one seemed to have a issue, turning itself of or losing signal with the remote, we are not sure. Fun fact: this witch doctor is not only better, it’s about 14 grams lighter than the first witch doctor. Flaws are Bronco’s steering just like the real bot. Removable panels are durable and are tough to come off in battle. Both are great representations of the real bots from season three.

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