Remote-controlled devices and insertables are among the sexual toys designed for couples. Other toys can stimulate other erogenous regions of the body, including the clitoris and ejaculatory canal.
Some are simply absurd. Think about a Lite-Brite set that doubles as art. Adults are returning to their childhood toys for many reasons.
Children aren't the only ones to play with toys.
A variety of toys are designed for kids, but those with a bit of pizazz tend to be designed for adults. For example, Lego has been around for decades but a brand new set modeled after the Batmobile is designed to appeal to collectors of a certain age. The toy industry calls these toys "adults' versions"--and they have gained a massive following.
Adults enjoy the imaginative and social benefits of toys but they're also valuable source of revenue for the companies that manufacture them. Many adults are inclined to spend their money on toys that help them to channel their inner child. Some brands even create a specific line of products designed for adults.
Razor is one of the companies that has come up with a brand new version to its popular scooters. This new version looks more like a motorbike, rather than the scooter and can achieve speeds up to 18 miles per hour. The product was a huge success and the company has since developed a similar ride on that appeals to children.
Toy sales are on the rise due to many reasons. Many people enjoy sharing their experiences playing with toys on social media. Some of these influencers earn money from their videos. Ryan ToysReview is a YouTube channel created and maintained by two college students. It has over 7 million subscribers.
They are buying them for themselves.
Many toys that were traditionally considered children's products are gaining newfound popularity with adults. Companies are attempting to tap into this market through the creation of products that appeal to nostalgia as well as the need for stress relief.
The capacity of toys in eliciting a joyful squeal from children can help to reduce anxiety in adults by stimulating the brain and stimulating dopamine release, which is a feel good hormone that creates feelings of satisfaction and gratification. Video games and toys can help adults form bonds with others as they play which builds trust and empathy.
This trend is driven by a variety of reasons. Childhood nostalgia such as Tamagotchis or Teddy Ruxpin, has been a major driver as are adult fans of popular TV and film shows who are looking to reconnect with their childhood selves by purchasing toys that are based on the show. For example, McFarlane Toys released a collection of action figures based on the film Avatar and Basic Fun created a high-tech version of the iconic Lite Brite toy in time to shop for the holidays that is targeted at adults.
The pandemic is also playing an impact on the lives of adults who have been kept indoors for a lot of their lives have discovered their inner child. As the pandemic diminishes and it becomes less likely that people will continue to play with their toys for both nostalgic and stress-reducing reasons.
They're giving them to other people.
While some of the toys bought by "kidults" are intended for their own use, many of them are offered as gifts to other people. It could be a gift from a partner or a friend who is going through a difficult time.
The gift of a toy could be a romantic gesture. Sexy toys are a great way to add excitement sex or to increase the excitement in a relationship. Popular sex toys include vibrators, dildos and artificial vaginas.
Adults are fueling the growth of the industry by adopting the trend of toys for adults. Certain companies alter their traditional toys for children to create adult-oriented items, such as the Lite-Brite Set that is based on Stranger Things which can be hung as art on the wall. The company is trying to appeal to adult consumers who are often price conscious by offering toys that are more affordable.
They're feeling nostalgic
Many adults are embracing their inner child via toys. They play with childhood favorite toys like Lego sets and even purchase toys for themselves. This trend is known as "kidults" and will be a major factor in the growth of toys by 2022. This group accounts for 60 percent of the growth in the toy industry even though they only account for 25% of the total sales.
Toy manufacturers have created special collections that appeal to children. Lego, for example, offers more than a hundred toys specifically designed for adult fans. These toys are often linked to popular entertainment franchises from the past, such as Star Wars or Marvel. Toymakers have also modified classic toys into adult versions, such the Lite-Brite set. Basic Fun partnered with Netflix to create a larger version of the toy, which can be hung as artwork.
The growing popularity of adult toys is concerning from a number of non-economic points of view. It reflects the culture's obsession to emulate childlike objects and behaviors. The trend towards kidults is troubling because it impedes the process becoming an adult, which involves learning how to be independent and separating from things that do not add value to one's life. It's also harmful because it propagates the idea that adults shouldn't have fun with toys. For many adults toys are a means of self-care that help them relax and feel satisfied.