Halo Infinite’s launch is near. Fans have been waiting years for the release of the nextHalogame, and even its delay in 2020 seems to have only grown anticipation for 343 Industries' next first-person shooter. Fans aren’t the only ones who are anxious forHalo Infinite’s release, though. Merchandise partners have also been looking forward to this day. The latest example is Nerf, which announced recently that it has partnered withHalo Infiniteto produce a new toy version of the game’s Needler weapon.
The Needler is one of theHalogame franchise’s most recognizable weapons. It’s not only a fun and uniquely strong weapon, but it stands out visually in a way that few if any otherHaloweapons can. It’s a large, purple weapon based onHalo’s Covenant faction, meaning it’s got a fun alien style with smooth angles. Along the top of the Needler are many pink crystalline spikes, which serve as ammo for the weapon. When fired, these “needles” create a high-pitched sound that is certain to makeHalofans wince.
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Nerf’s version of the Needler weapon is an astonishingre-creation ofHalo’s device. It features the same futuristic and alien look, all of the crystalline needles expected on its back, and it’s also huge while still fitting into a person’s hand. The one obvious change is that the gun has Nerf bolts fired from the mouth of the Needler via a 10-bolt turret-fed blaster, rather than firing the needles themselves. As such, the needles won’t disappear when bolts are fired from the gun.
Additionally, Nerf also showed that its upcomingNeedlerwill be powered via 6 AAA batteries, not only for its firing mechanism but to provide light effects. The prototype Needler showed some light glow for each of the needles in the Needler’s back, as well as a white glow from the seams of the weapon. It’s possible that further illumination through the body of the Needler will be present in the final version.
Unfortunately, Nerf’s new Needler isn’t scheduled to arrive until the end of 2022, implying this new toy hasn’t been in production for very long.NewHaloNerf gunshave been teased for some time, but the Needler is apparently a recent collaboration with 343 Industries. That said, pre-orders are already available on Amazon and other retailer websites. The price of the device is currently $99.99 and will include a stand for display.
This isn’t the first Needler toy to be sold as a toy. Nerf even has a much cheaper, purely mechanical version that fires a single dart and costs $10.99 that’s quite unattractive. Needless to say, the new Needler is going to be a much more exciting device whether it’s used for playing around or simply for display on a shelf next to someone’sHalogames.
Halo Infinitereleases December 8 on PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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