Parents across the UK can breathe a sigh of relief as Sainsbury's-owned Argos has revealed what children will be clamouring for this Christmas.
The retailer's toy specialists have spent months analysing trends to identify the 20 toys that'll dominate wish lists this festive season.
As many endeavour to start their preparations early, the carefully selected mix promises to help families navigate the overwhelming world of Christmas shopping.
From budget-friendly options to bigger splurges, there's something for every price point and every interest.
The "magical lineup" – as described by Sainsbury's – showcases everything from innovative tech toys to creative play options.
Prices range from just £10 for the trendy Gui Gui slime packs right up to £140 for the exclusive Fat Brain Toys Air Toobz, which completely sold out last Christmas.
Of all the "most innovative, exciting, and sought-after toys", toy specialists at Argos predict that the Bluey Celebration Home Mega Bundle (£80) will be this year's bestseller.
Described as the "ultimate home" for Bluey and her family, it provides hours of imaginative play with the beloved pup.
The 'magical' lineup comprises 20 toys, from slime packs to dollhouses to lightsabers
| SAINSBURY'S- Bluey Toy House Playset Mega Bundle Family Age 3+ – £80
- Gabby's Dollhouse The Movie £65 AGE 3+ – £65
- Star Wars Power Crystal Lightsaber £40 Age 3+ – £40
- Jurassic World Interactive Hatching Dino (Launching in early September, Age 5+) – £65
- LEGO Disney Lucky & Penny 101 Dalmatians Puppies Set £20 Age 6+ – £20
- LEGO Star Wars Wicket the Ewok Figure Building Toy 75430 £110 Age 12+ – £110
- Wicked Students of Shiz 5 Small Dolls & Accessories £24 Age 4+ – £24
- Fat Brain Toys Air Toobz £140 Age 3+ – £140
- Hot Wheels City Ultimate Dual Dragon Transporter Toy £55 Age 4+ – £55
- Monster Jam Smash & Bash Gravedigger (Launching in mid-September, Age 4+) – £50
- Little Live Pets Gotta Go Giraffe-Gigi £30 Age 4+ – £30
- Bitzee Hamster Ball £40 Age 5+ – £40
- Soccer Dash (Launching in early September, Age 6+) – £50
- Instant Print Tablet £130 (Launching in early September, Age 8+) – £130
- Sticki Rolls Sticki Rolluxe (Launching in mid-September, Age 5+) – £40
- Toy Build-a-Bear Workshop Stuffing Station (Launching in early September, Age 3+) – £35
- Gui Gui Create And Collect Slime £10 Age 6+ – £10
- LEGO Fortnite Klombo Figure, Creative Building Toy Set £90 Age 10+ – £90
- Leapfrog Leapmove Electronic Game £60 Age 4+ – £60
- Toniebox 2 with Creative Tonie (Launching September 15, available for order now, Age 1+) – £100
This year's top toys are available to buy online at Argos.co.uk and in selected stores
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Characters from beloved TV shows and films are also set to steal the spotlight this year.
Gabby's Dollhouse fans will love the International Movie Dollhouse at £65, especially with the film launching in October.
Meanwhile, the Wicked World Small Doll Multipack costs £24 and promises hours of fun.
Star Wars enthusiasts have plenty to get excited about, too. The Power Crystal Sabre brings something completely new at £40, becoming the first lightsaber toy where kids can swap out kyber crystals for "ultimate customisation".
Tech-savvy kids will be thrilled by the Monster Jam Smash & Bash Gravedigger RC at £50, which breaks apart when crashed, then magically repairs itself with a button press.
The Hot Wheels Ultimate Dual Dragon Transporter costs £55, while football fans can train like pros with Soccer Dash at £50.
As for the Instant Print Tablet, the £130 toy "inspires kids to unleash their inner creator", while Sticki Rolluxe brings a "secret surprise element" for £40.
Kids can even make their own cuddly toys with the Build-a-Bear Workshop Stuffing Station for £35.
Parents can also facilitate learning through play with a range of educational finds. The Leapfrog Leapmove offers interactive fun for the whole family at £60, while the Toniebox 2 Blue with Creative Tonie continues to blend audio entertainment with development for £100.
Commenting on the exciting range, head of toy buying at Argos, Chantal Pearce, said: "At Argos, we're dedicated to bringing families the very best in toys, consistently monitoring the market to identify what truly captures children's imaginations."
This year's top toys are all available to buy online at Argos.co.uk and in selected Argos stores. The retailer's Click & Collect service lets customers collect from over 1,100 Sainsbury's stores, Argos stores, and collection points.