In 2016, every kid wanted a Hatchimal. Parents everywhere were paying $100's over retail just to get their hands on them. This year, the hottest toy for the holidays is something called the "L.O.L. Surprise! Big Surprise," a giant, glittery ball stuffed with 50 smaller Dolls and accessories that kids can unwrap. It sells for $58.88-$79.99 retail depending on where you buy from, but if you can manage to find one, you'll probably be paying a lot more. They're going for over $150 on eBay and Amazon. When this extremely popular toy was first released in September, it sold out within 48 hours at most major retail stores. The company behind the toy, MGA Entertainment, even encourages kids to "unbox" the gift and post videos on YouTube. Do a quick search, and you'll see how popular they are for yourself.
This is the "L.O.L. Surprise! Big Surprise."
We got our hands on one to show you what's inside.
There's an instruction manual and a scratch-off card to win a prize online.
The first layer of this toy contains 10 individual capsules. These contain tiny items of clothing.
The second layer has 5 "fizz" balls with 15 items. Unwrapping each one reveals two stickers. Removing another layer exposes the fizz ball. Each dissolves in water to reveal a plastic charm.
The final layer has 4 balls with 24 items total. The two smaller balls are marked "Lil Sisters." Inside each ball are more packets to open.
There's a small doll inside one pack. The other packs contain items like bags and shoes.
The two larger balls each have 7 items inside. Inside are items like cell phones and cups.
Each has a larger doll with some unique features. They cry, spit, tinkle, or change color in water.
It will take a while to open everything inside, and you will have lots of trash to clean up.