Geekonomics 101: The Coolest Toys, Gadgets & Tech to Buy This Week

Feed your inner geek with these awesome geek toys

Whether you’re a gamer, TV fan, or just love awesome stuff, we at COGconnected have the geek toys to make you happy this week. There’s a real, playable mini Space Invaders arcade game, a cool Fallout-themed chess set, and a Mega Man helmet, as well as tons more goodies that you definitely need to get, right now. So get to it!

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  • Funko Rick & Morty Portal Gun Toy – $12.73
    • This life size replica of the portal gun from the animated series is perfect for any fan of the show. It even projects a portal on the wall – great for getting out of boring meetings or alien invasions.
  • Fallout Chess Set – $59.94
    • War never changes, and this chess set is a Raider’s dream. The Fallout-themed chess set comes in a nice tin, with iconic characters for pieces. And yes, Dogmeat is one of them.
  • Professor Stormgrave’s Celestial Chronometer – $55.25
    • Transverse the astral plane, measure the heliopause gradient, and set a course for the stars, all with only one AA battery. It’s not every day that you can map the forces that cover the passing of eternity, but Professor Stormgrave’s Celestial Chronometer makes it possible. This steampunk-inspired timepiece is sure to get your guests’ attention.
  • LED Potion Color Changing Lamp – $39.99
    • It’s dangerous to go alone, so take this RPG-inspired potion lamp and keep it by your bedside. It has multiple colors that set off any room nicely, for less than 40 Rupees.

  • Star Trek Bluetooth Communicator – $130.01
    • Created from scans of actual Star Trek props, this fully-functional device pairs with cell phones, and has sounds built in. Bring your fantasy to life with this ultimate collectible.
  • Persona 5 Soundtrack 4-LP Vinyl Collection – $199.99
    • If you’ve played Persona 5, you know the awesome music is one of the game’s strong points. And now, you can own the full soundtrack with this exclusive set of 4 black, grey, red and clear LPs, curated by the ATLUS team.
  • Pokemon Snorlax Beanbag Chair – $282.00
    • Perfect to relax on after a long day of work, school, or just being out and about. The Pokémon Snorlax Bean Bag Chair is 4 feet head to toe and over 2 feet across. A perfect addition to any dorm room, den, or bedroom.
  • Mega Man Wearable Helmet Replica – $99.99
    • Why do you need this? Because it is sparkly, it lights up, and it is awesome and epic, and now that you know about it, you know damn well that you will just feel sad until you have it. So stop asking why and just get it, and wear it, and for the love of God allow yourself to just be happy.
  • Game of Thrones Longclaw Metal Sword of Jon Snow – $309.95
    • This over 45″ blade weighs over 4 lbs, and is an exact replica of the Longclaw Sword of Jon Snow used in the HBO series. Comes with a beautiful display plaque which bears the Night’s Watch Oath. A must have collectible for any fan of Game of Thrones or fantasy swords in general.

If you think this list is good, keep coming back for more roundups of geek toys in the coming weeks!