{"id":24096,"date":"2015-04-28T11:43:34","date_gmt":"2015-04-28T16:43:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/?p=24096"},"modified":"2015-04-28T11:51:39","modified_gmt":"2015-04-28T16:51:39","slug":"toysrus-destination-star-wars-details","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/2015\/04\/28\/toysrus-destination-star-wars-details\/","title":{"rendered":"Toys”R”Us Destination Star Wars Details"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Toys”R”Us has issue a press release<\/a> with additional details surrounding their Destination: Star Wars<\/strong> Year-Long Event that starts this Sunday. Click on through to check it out.<\/p>\n

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WAYNE, NJ (April 28, 2015)\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Toys\u201cR\u201dUs\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0stores worldwide and\u00a0Toysrus.com<\/a>\u00a0are set to bring customers to a galaxy far, far away with a year-long celebration in honor of the epic\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0saga. The adventure begins in the U.S. on Sunday, May 3, with\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0Day events taking place at all Toys\u201cR\u201dUs locations across the country, during which young Jedis and their families are invited to visit their local store dressed in their\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0best, receive giveaways and more.*<\/sup>Shoppers can also browse hundreds of products based on the blockbuster franchise, including items they can\u2019t find anywhere else, at Toys\u201cR\u201dUs stores and\u00a0Toysrus.com\/StarWars<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cSince the debut of the\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0toy line nearly 40 years ago, Toys\u201cR\u201dUs has been a one-stop destination for generations of\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0enthusiasts looking to find the broadest assortment of playthings and collectibles based on the hit series,\u201d said Richard Barry, Executive Vice President, Chief Merchandising Officer, Toys\u201cR\u201dUs, Inc. \u201cThis year, and in the years to come, we are leveraging our global footprint and toy authority position to bring this hot property to fans around the world, providing them with best-in-class products and exclusives, epic in-store boutiques, special events, unique promotions and much more.\u201d<\/p>\n

Toys\u201cR\u201dUs, U.S. to Celebrate\u00a0Star Wars\u00a0<\/em>Day in Style, Offer Exclusive VIP Shopping Trip Sweepstakes<\/strong><\/p>\n

On Sunday, May 3, all Toys\u201cR\u201dUs locations in the U.S. will celebrate\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0Day with one-of-a-kind in-store experiences. Fans of all ages who visit their local store from 12 noon \u2013 2pm are invited to dress as their favorite\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0character, take a picture with Geoffrey the Giraffe and experience a special LEGO\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0build and giveaway, while supplies last.*<\/sup><\/p>\n

Event attendees can also enter to win a $1,000 Toys\u201cR\u201dUs gift card and a trip for four to Toys\u201cR\u201dUs Times Square in New York City for a private\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0shopping experience this fall. More information about the\u00a0Star Wars Midnight Madness VIP Shopping Spree\u00a0<\/em>and entry rules surrounding the sweepstakes are available at\u00a0Toysrus.com\/VIPsweeps<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Force is Strong In-Store and Online<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether searching for a collectible Luke Skywalker action figure, a must-have Death Star construction set or the latest Darth Vader role play item, Toys\u201cR\u201dUs is a one-stop shop for hundreds of playthings based on classic\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>characters, scenes, vehicles and more. Throughout 2015, customers will find fantastic promotions and discounts on these fan-favorite items in-store and online, starting with an out-of-this-world Buy One Get One 40% OFF ALL\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>merchandise offer, valid from Sunday, May 3 through Saturday, May 9 at Toys\u201cR\u201dUs stores nationwide and online at\u00a0Toysrus.com<\/a>.**<\/sup><\/p>\n

Additionally, gamers can gear up for adventure by preordering\u00a0Star Wars Battlefront\u2122<\/sup><\/em>, the ultimate\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0video game experience, at Toys\u201cR\u201dUs stores nationwide and online at\u00a0Toysrus.com<\/a>. Developed by DICE \u2013 creators of the award-winning Battlefield series \u2013 the game will be available November 17, 2015 and will allow players to immerse themselves in the epic\u00a0Star Wars\u00a0<\/em>battles they\u2019ve always dreamed of and create new heroic moments of their own.<\/p>\n

To provide customers with an immersive, digital destination for all things\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>, the company has created an onlineStar Wars\u00a0<\/em>hub at\u00a0Toysrus.com\/DestinationStarWars<\/a>, which will showcase video content, event information and more in the coming months.<\/p>\n

In preparation for the debut of the new 2015 film,\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0aficionados can add to their collections and shop the following\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0Saga products, available now exclusively at Toys\u201cR\u201dUs stores nationwide and online at\u00a0Toysrus.com\/StarWars<\/a>:<\/p>\n

LEGO\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/em>\u00a0Battle Droid Troop Carrier\u00a0<\/u><\/strong>from the LEGO Group<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n

Bring in reinforcements at the Battle of Naboo with the LEGO\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/em>\u00a0Battle Droid Troop Carrier.\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>enthusiasts can help the Pilot Battle Droids unload the racks of Battle Droids and detachable blaster racks before the Gungan Warrior has time to take aim and fire. As featured in\u00a0Star Wars: The Phantom Menace<\/em>, this detailed transporter also features a detachable driver compartment that can be attached at either end, as well as hidden wheels to help it glide across the floor. The set includes a Gungan Warrior minifigure with a weapon, plus 2 Pilot Battle Droids and 12 Battle Droids with weapons. No batteries required. Ages 8 to 14 years.<\/p>\n

LEGO\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/em>\u00a0Coruscant Police Gunship\u00a0<\/u><\/strong>from the LEGO Group.<\/u><\/em><\/p>\n

Slide open the cockpit, jump in and get ready to transport the\u00a0Clone Shock Troopers<\/em>\u00a0into the heat of battle with this 481-piece LEGO\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/em>\u00a0set. As featured in Season 5 of\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>:\u00a0The Clone Wars<\/em>\u00a0animated TV series, the Coruscant Police Gunship has sliding doors, folding wings and landing gear, 2 spring-loaded blasters and a rear weapon compartment containing 3 lightsabers and 2 blasters. Little builders can then deploy any of the 4 included minifigures: Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka and 2 Shock Troopers. No batteries required. Ages 8 to 11 years.<\/p>\n

Operation\u00a0Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/em>\u00a0Edition\u00a0<\/u><\/strong>from Hasbro<\/u><\/em>\u00ae<\/sup><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s the game that brings\u00a0Star Wars<\/em>\u00a0to the operating room. Little surgeons will be challenged to find and remove some special Defective Droid parts that are giving C-3PO and R2-D2 trouble. Players will find a Pain in the Neck, a Bad Memory Module, a Hiccupping Hologram, a Cranky Crankshaft and more. They can also earn Galactic Credits for successfully extracting these pesky parts from Droid friends. Caution is required, as R2-D2 will whistle and beep if kids touch the metal sides. Hands will have to be steady to win in this intergalactic version of Operation. Requires 4 \u201cAAA\u201d batteries (not included). Ages 6 years and up.<\/p>\n

Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/u><\/em>R2-D2\u2019s in Trouble\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/em>\u00a0Edition Game\u00a0<\/u><\/strong>from Hasbro<\/u><\/em>\u00ae<\/sup><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

R2-D2 is stuck in a force field in this\u00a0Star Wars\u2122<\/sup><\/em>\u00a0version of the classic Trouble\u00ae<\/sup>\u00a0game, and it\u2019s up to Luke Skywalker and C-3PO to set him free. When players move their pawns all over the board, the Pop-O-Matic die roller even makes real R2-D2 sounds. The player who gets them all to the finish area first, wins! Requires 3 \u201cAAA\u201d batteries (demo batteries included). Ages 5 years and up.<\/p>\n

*Event intended for children, ages 5 and older. Parental supervision required at all times. All giveaways and event materials are available while supplies last and will be distributed to participating children only. Limit one per child. Quantities limited; no rain checks.
\n**Discounted item must be of equal or lesser value to the lowest priced item purchased. Excludes nursery and apparel clearance items.<\/p>\n

STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and\/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and\/or its affiliates. \u00a9 & TM Lucasfilm Ltd.<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

About Toys\u201cR\u201dUs, Inc.<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Toys\u201cR\u201dUs, Inc. is the world\u2019s leading dedicated toy and baby products retailer, offering a differentiated shopping experience through its family of brands. Merchandise is sold in 869Toys\u201cR\u201dUs and Babies\u201cR\u201dUs stores in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam, and in more than 725 international stores and over 240 licensed stores in 37 countries and jurisdictions. In addition, it exclusively operates the legendary FAO Schwarz brand and sells extraordinary toys in the brand\u2019s flagship store on Fifth Avenue in New York City. With its strong portfolio of e-commerce sites including\u00a0Toysrus.com<\/a>,\u00a0Babiesrus.com<\/a>,\u00a0eToys.com<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0FAO.com<\/a>, it provides shoppers with a broad online selection of distinctive toy and baby products. Headquartered in Wayne, NJ, Toys\u201cR\u201dUs, Inc. employs approximately 70,000 associates annually worldwide. The company is committed to serving its communities as a caring and reputable neighbor through programs dedicated to keeping kids safe and helping them in times of need. Additional information about Toys\u201cR\u201dUs, Inc. can be found on\u00a0Toysrusinc.com<\/a>. Follow Toys\u201cR\u201dUs, Babies\u201cR\u201dUs and FAO Schwarz on Facebook at\u00a0Facebook.com\/Toysrus<\/a>,Facebook.com\/Babiesrus<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Facebook.com\/FAO<\/a>\u00a0and on Twitter at\u00a0Twitter.com\/Toysrus<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Twitter.com\/Babiesrus<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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