Furby is back and not only makes children’s hearts beat faster at Christmas: the funny, emotional and cheeky friend, with whom you can dance, talk, sing and much more, celebrated his return this year. Our KronePlus subscribers now have a chance to win one of the interactive cult furry creatures before Christmas!
Who remembers Frufoo, lava lamps and Tamagotchis? Or Diddl sheets that you have meticulously arranged, collected with passion and enthusiastically exchanged on the schoolyard? Things from the 90s bring back a lot of memories.
Taking the world by storm
A furry toy from the turn of the century made a wonderful comeback this year: Furby. Since its crazy launch in 1998, Furby has taken the world by storm, influencing every corner of the cultural zeitgeist, from music to television and film. In the late 1990s, at a time of great digital change, Furby immediately became one of the biggest and most iconic launches in the toy world. In the first three years, more than 40 million copies were sold worldwide.
With realistic wiggly ears, expressive eyes and his own language called Furbish, Furby was more than just a toy: a personality designed to give the impression that he was alive. Furby sparked a collecting frenzy that sent auction prices soaring and was even banned from the National Security Agency (NSA) compound in Maryland.
Furby was cool, cute, and endearingly weird — a combination that kids and the world needed. Over the years, Furby has remained a unique symbol of self-expression for fans around the world. Thanks to the immense and growing fan base, Furby has transformed from a toy into an imaginative brand that represents a very unique lifestyle.
Discover more than 600 comments
The new edition of Hasbro’s popular furry creature is also something special. The ultimate interactive toy friend, features 5 voice-activated modes. There are more than 600 reactions to discover, including lights, sounds and 10 unique songs. Do you want to speak a secret language that only you and your best friend can understand? Do you feel like performing a dance? Do you need a moment to relax and recharge your batteries? Furby can do all that and more. With 5 commands you can instantly tell Furby what you feel like – “dance party”, “parrot”, “clairvoyance”, “let’s chill” or “light show” – for an unforgettable time that suits every mood and atmosphere.
Furby also responds to cuddles, petting such as combing his fur and tickling his tummy, and to feeding the included pizza tags – wonderful! Of course, children can also style Furby with the included beads and fashion accessories. The more playtime kids spend with Furby, the more fun it can be.
Participate and win
Take part in our competition, exclusively for KronePLUS subscribers, and win one of Hasbro’s coveted cult toys in the trendy color purple. We wish you good luck and a peaceful period before Christmas!
Do you not yet have a KronePLUS subscription? Then grab your chance and at the same time benefit from more news from the editorial staff of “Krone”. The deadline for participation is December 14, 9:00 am.
Source: Krone
I am Wallace Jones, an experienced journalist. I specialize in writing for the world section of Today Times Live. With over a decade of experience, I have developed an eye for detail when it comes to reporting on local and global stories. My passion lies in uncovering the truth through my investigative skills and creating thought-provoking content that resonates with readers worldwide.
