We live in an age where even our toys can interact with children almost as well as other human beings.
Yes, it’s true they don’t act exactly like humans in a weird Black Mirror way that we’ll come to regret. But the technology is advanced enough now that it can bring fictional characters to life in a way that feels almost real to impressionable minds.
Take, for instance, Disney and Just Play’s new Ultimate Stitch doll based on the loveable, mischievous alien from the animated and live action Lilo & Stitch movies.
I wouldn’t say it’s as good as the animatronic recreation you’d find a Disney theme park (if you’re lucky enough to afford the ticket price and travel costs these days) but it’s an impressive recreation of a beloved character in a way that just affordable enough for your child’s wonder and imagination.
Ultimate Stitch Talking Doll
Specifications
- Price: $67.
- Dimensions: 6.5 inches wide X 12 inches long x 14.5 inches high.
- Batteries Required: 6 AA.
- Play Activity Location: Floor.
- Operation Mode: Manual.
- Ages: 3 and up.
Pros
- Has over 100 sounds and interactive functions
- Very entertaining, even for grownups
- Moves and responds to gentle play
Cons
- May not be for very young kids
- Stitch falls down a lot
- No volume control
It’s Alive! And Entertaining
Ask any parents which gift they wish their friends and relatives wouldn’t buy for their kids and nine times out of 10, the answer is “Anything that makes noise.” The Ultimate Stitch doll, however, is actually one you won’t mind as much as other noisy toys, even if it doesn’t come with a way to control its volume.
Just Play’s Ultimate Stitch does more than just spout lines from the movies or mimic a few of Stitch’s movements. It gives kids a lot of reasons to explore and play with it because it packs so many sounds and features into the doll.
Ultimate Stitch has over 100 different sounds and movements for kids to discover and interact with, so you’re not going to hear the same repetitive nonsense unlike other toys that make parents’ wish their brains would ooze out of their ears so they can enjoy some piece and quiet.
In fact, you’ll actually enjoy watching them play with Stitch and find ways to get different reactions and movements out of him. If you tickle his belly, he’ll laugh and twitch but not in the creepy way that that those popular Tickle Me Elmo dolls did back in the day.
Ultimate Stitch actually has multiple points of interaction and part of the fun is watching your kids discover them without just telling them how to play with it.
Even though its a robotic toy, the outer is plush and soft almost like a plush toy. Just remind your little one not to squeeze him too hard.
In fact, the box says it’s for 3 and up but you might want to wait until they are at least a year older when they understand how to handle these kinds of mechanical toys and know not to throw them around when they are playing with them.
Ultimate Stitch Talking Doll
Ultimate Stitch is an ultimate pick for your Disney kid
It was actually a joy seeing kids’ faces light up when they took Stitch out of the box and started talking to them as if they just found a new best friend.
Yes, it’s a toy that makes noise, but the noises your kids will make when they play with Ultimate Stitch will put a smile on your face.
The box says it’s for “3+” but it might be better if they are a little older because of the mechanical design of the prodct.
The manual says it offers three modes of play: “Classic Playtime” where the doll evokes a reaction from simple button pressing, and “Ohana Playtime” and “Tantrum Playtime” that involve a combination of inputs.
