Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.
Make: Volume 8 – Toys and Games is a mixed maker-themed magazine issue, not one single toy-building guide. Its official description lists projects and features ranging from a history of Myst and pinball restoration to robotic desk toys, a rubber-band ornithopter, and an Adam Savage mold-making primer. The publisher’s issue page also provides routes for purchasing the issue, subscribing, or accessing a digital edition.
What the issue covers
The official issue page and the Make: archive entry describe a broad mix of games, toys, restoration, robotics, flight, and fabrication. The named features are:
- A look at the secret history of the game Myst.
- Resurrecting a neglected pinball machine.
- Making an asteroid-mining colony on a kitchen table.
- Creating robotic desk toys.
- Building a rubber-band ornithopter, a flying machine that uses flapping wings.
- Making an alarm clock controlled by a toy gun.
- A mold-making primer by Adam Savage of MythBusters.
This is the publisher’s summary of selected contents, not a complete table of contents. It does not establish that every listed feature includes step-by-step instructions, or specify the tools, components, and materials needed for any project.
How to get the issue
The official issue page presents links for buying the issue, subscribing, and accessing a digital edition. Check that the linked product matches Make: Volume 8 – Toys and Games and confirm the edition and current availability before ordering; the publisher’s description does not establish current stock, price, or delivery details.
Recommended: Update Every Outdated Driver on Your PC in One Scan - Free →Recommended: Fix Windows Errors and Clear Junk Files in Minutes - Free Scan →
Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.
#1 Best Overall
- Physical issue: follow the purchase link on the official issue page.
- Subscription: use the subscription route shown on that same page if you want a subscription rather than this individual issue.
- Digital edition: use the digital-edition link on the issue page and check which edition it offers.
The issue page discloses that Make: may earn an affiliate commission when readers buy through its links. That disclosure concerns the publisher’s links; it does not establish the availability or terms of any separate affiliate program.
Quick Recap
SaleBestseller No. 3
Best Value
Sale
Hasbro Gaming Bop It! Electronic Game for Kids Ages 8 and up, Kids Games for 1 or More Players, Board Games for Kids, Kids Gifts
- BOP IT! ELECTRONIC GAME: Got the moves? Find out with the favorite game of "Bop It!" "Twist It!" "Pull It!" Players hear the commands and must react fast to stay in the game. How long can they last?
- Face-off in a multiplayer game mode
- FAST-PACED GAME FOR KIDS: The Bop It! electronic game unit commands players to take 3 actions in a random order, and they'll need to follow them quickly and correctly to win
- PLAY SOLO OR WITH MULTIPLE PLAYERS: Looking for a game for 1 person or a group? The Bop It! game unit includes solo and pass-it modes, so kids can try to beat their personal best or play with friends
- PORTABLE FOR ON-THE-GO FUN: Liven up Family Game Night with this active, indoor game for kids and families! This easy to learn game for ages 8+ is also compact and portable for fun on the run
Rank #4
Intoypad Pop The Target! Handheld Speed Push Fidget Toy for Kids Adult Blue
- 【Multiplayer Interaction】: Design a controller that conforms to ergonomics, more suitable for interaction between parents and children. The rapid push-pull handle design allows for full-pressure and full-fingertip battles, allowing multiple players to play together and increase interactive fun.
- 【Multiple Game Modes】: The game console has four game modes: task mode with 30 levels, each level with five small tasks; memory mode with nine levels, each level with five small tasks; scoring mode uses a 1-minute challenge, and the player with the highest score within one minute wins the game; multiplayer mode allows you to compete with others! Killing time is no longer boring, and multiple gameplays give you more choices.
- 【Durable Independent Design】: The game console has no parts or components, is very durable, suitable for travel, exercising finger flexibility, and killing time. You can play anytime, anywhere without easily breaking.
- 【Wide Range of Applications】: It is very suitable for parties, outdoor games, parent-child interaction, and holiday gifts. It can exercise children's reaction ability, keep children away from mobile phones, and is also suitable for adults to use. It is a game console with a wide range of applications.
- 【Ideal Gift】: The game console is suitable for children aged 3 and above and adults to use. It is a good way to kill time and allows people to enjoy the fun of the game. You can give it to your friends or children as a special and interesting gift. Multiplayer interaction will be more fun. NOTE:You have to push your finger inside and make contact with the sensor behind the silicone.
Rank #3
Sale
Hasbro Gaming Bop It! Micro Series Electronic Game for 1 or More Players, Classic Bop It! Gameplay in a Compact Size, Fun Party Game for Kids Ages 8+
- COMPACT BOP IT! GAME UNIT: It's the popular electronic Bop It! game in a smaller, compact size. It's small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, but big on delivering the fun
- CLASSIC BOP IT! GAMEPLAY: The game unit commands players to take 3 actions in random order, and they need to respond correctly and as quickly as possible. So get ready to Bop It, Twist It, and Pull It
- FUN GAME FOR PARTIES: Bring the game to parties and play head-to-head with friends, scoring a point for each command performed correctly. The game unit will announce the previous high score
- 2 PLAY MODES: In Pass-it mode, players try to keep up with the commands, but when the unit calls "Pass it!" it's time to pass the game to the next player. Players can also try to beat their best score in Solo Mode
- FUN GAME FOR KIDS AGES 8+: This compact-sized game packs a punch and keeps players on their toes! It makes a great birthday gift or holiday gift for both boys and girls ages 8 and up
Rank #2
Sale
alilo Math Games for Kids Ages 5-12, Portable Math Toys for Travel
- 【19 Math Game for Kids】The alilo math toy features 19 interactive games to build kids' logic and math skills. It includes 4 math logic games(number memory, size comparison, pattern recognition, and number guessing), 10 addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division games,4 math fact patterns, and a timed challenge mode with 5s or 10s limits to improve calculation speed and accuracy.
- 【Learn with Rewards & Encouragement】Kids receive instant voice encouragement after answer, helping them understand the questions. To keep them motivated, they earn star rewards for completing tasks, making math practice engaging and rewarding.
- 【Error Check & Correction】The alilo kids math games automatically checks for mistakes and provides correct answer, helping kids identify and correct their errors. The error check mode allows them to revisit past mistakes, practice again, and reinforce their learning for long-term improvement.
- 【Durable, Safe & Portable】Designed for kids, this math toy is durable and drop-resistant, making it perfect for daily use. The adjustable volume and silent mode help protect children's hearing. It features a secure battery compartment with a lock and key for safety. With its portable lanyard design, kids can easily carry it anywhere for on-the-go math learning.
- 【Educational Gift for Kids】 The math games for kids ages 3-5 4-6 5-7 6-8 8-12, 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th grade math games, suitable for Birthday gifts/Christmas gifts. NOTE: alilo math game come with 1-years warranty, 7/24h quick-reply, any questions, please contact us via Amazon Message Center.
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.
