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When the heat wave hits and it’s too hot to play outside, there’s no better time to stay cool indoors with some exciting new indoor games for kids. Whether your kids are sailing the high seas with a pirate and a giant shark or training alongside Marvel’s greatest heroes, these fun-filled activities keep imaginations active.
From adventurous roleplay and wearable stickers to strategy-packed board games, there’s something for every kind of gamer. To help you beat the heat in the best way possible, check out these awesome games that promise indoor fun all summer long!
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Indoor Games for Kids
PLAYMOBIL Giant Shark with Pirate
This giant shark can swim in the water!!! Great for pool and beach fun. Pull the lever, and the huge mouth of the shark opens, capable of trapping the pirate inside. Release quickly, and the mouth snaps shut automatically. Riding through the seven seas, the shark-pirate clings to the monster shark’s net with his saber drawn.
Imaginative and role-play fun in the summertime! Ages 4-10. Available on Amazon. MSRP $35
Sky Castle Disney Stitch Sticki Rolls Capsules
Get ready for an intergalactic adventure with the newest addition to the Sticki Rolls lineup! In collaboration with Disney, Sticki Rolls proudly introduces the Disney’s Stitch Sticki Rolls Collection. Featuring one-of-a-kind designs inspired by Stitch’s lovable antics and Hawaiian life, this collection brings wearable sticker fun to a whole new level. The limited-edition release is packed with exclusive stickers and accessories, making it perfect for fans of all ages to collect, wear, and share. Ages 3+. Available at Five Below. MSRP $5
Jumbo Stratego Junior from Jumbo Group
The classic game of Stratego is ready for the next generation. Stratego Junior allows budding gamers to play the famous game. Stratego Quest is a memory game where players roll the die to try and find matching colored dinosaurs on the board! In Stratego Triumph (ages 6+), players are ready for a Dino battle! Move and attack for command of the board, but watch out for rocks and meteors! First to find the missing dinosaur egg wins! Ages 4+. Available on Amazon. MSRP $20
Ultra PRO Entertainment Marvel Super Hero Trainer
Complete missions alongside your favorite iconic Heroes of the Marvel Universe, such as Spider-Man, Captain America, Black Widow, and Iron Man, as they share advice to help you throughout your journey.
Using its motion detection technology, Marvel Super Hero Trainer will recognize your movements as you crawl, fight, and jump to victory against the villains. Ages 6+. Available on Amazon. MSRP $30
These indoor games for kids are a great way to keep kids active, creative, and engaged, no matter how high the temperatures rise. From imaginative play to action-packed missions, each one offers a fun break from the summer heat.
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One winner will have the chance to win all four games that include Jumbo Stratego, Marvel Super Hero Trainer, Playmobil Giant Shark with Pirate, and Disney Stitch Sticki Rolls (RV $90)! PLUS, four runners-up will have the chance to win a Playmobil Giant Shark with Pirate (RV $35). Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 7.11.25. See below for terms and conditions.
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