A third length of filament acts as a spring, making this a completely plastic gun. Well, not completely; a couple of strong rubber bands deliver the stored energy which sends the Nerf dart on its way.

The range finder is self-explanatory. The proximity sensor is located at the end of the gun’s muzzle and when it detects a Nerf dart passing by it reduces the ammo count by one. Blu-tack is used ...

When I was a kid, “It’s Nerf or nothing” meant you couldn’t find a better dart blaster. Starting today, it means you’ll have to buy Hasbro’s own overpriced darts if you buy Hasbro ...

Vitally, the best Nerf guns don't have a shelf life; unlike the best water guns, they're good at any time of year because they don't have to be played with outside. Crucially, these choices are ...

Nerf is getting in on the action, offering solid discounts on a whole range of blasters. Kids and kids-at-heart will love getting their hands on these classic toys with squishy foam darts.