Here's a good article giving an overview of some of the many toys spawned by Star Wars, for example the FX Lightsaber which is featured on our site.

Star Wars Toys in Full Force

This 2009, the Jedi return and the Empire is back for more. The legend continues, and the galaxy of STAR WARS toys expands anew with these exciting new additions to Hasbro’s CLONE WARS and LEGACY COLLECTION toy lines.

From the animated series based on the immensely popular space fantasy film saga, STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS chronicles the ongoing struggle between the heroic Jedi Knights and the sinister Lords of the Sith. Re-enact the epic battle with the CLONE WARS action figures depicting the valiant heroes and vile villains from the series. Recommended for kids ages 4 and up, and going for the estimated retail price of $7.99 each, this year’s assortment includes such stalwarts as Kit Fisto, Commander Gree and Mace Windu.

Taking our heroes into battle is the CLONE TURBO TANK, retail priced at $99.99. Capable of holding up to 20 Clone Trooper action figures (sold separately), this massive vehicle comes with other special play features, such as electronic light and sound effects, a detachable command center, and a concealed speeder bike. Topping a magnificent array of great new vehicles in this latest line of STAR WARS toys, this is for kids aged 4 and up. Also available for $59.99 each are the Y-Wing and Arc 170, part of the CLONE WARS DELUXE VEHICLES series.

Kids can place themselves in the role of their favorite STAR WARS characters with special accessories such as the CAPTAIN REX ELECTRONIC HELMET. Retailed at $39.99 and for ages 5 and above, this toy helmet patterned after that worn by the Clone Trooper leader comes equipped with a voice amplifier, as well as sound bites from the animated series spoken by Yoda, Anakin Skywalker, and Captain Rex himself. To arm for battle, there’s the ULTIMATE CLONE COMMANDER BLASTER. Available for $39.99 and recommended for ages 5 and up, this three-in-one weapon can turn into a blaster, a rifle, and a pistol.

Of course, no assortment of STAR WARS toys would be complete without some ultra-cool lightsabers to play with. As part of the STAR WARS LEGACY COLLECTON line, the DUEL ACTION LIGHTSABER is an upgrade of the familiar Jedi sidearm. For ages 6 and above and priced at $29.99, this special lightsaber contains a hidden surprise in its hilt: a concealed smaller saber, which can also be combined with the main saber to form a double-bladed lightsaber. And for older fans, the STAR WARS FORCE FX LIGHTSABER, priced at $99.99 for ages 14 and up, is a realistic-looking replica that comes with electronic light and sound effects that perfectly replicate the feel from the classic films.

Throughout the years, the STAR WARS saga has thrilled and entertained kids for generations, and will continue to do so for light years to come. The power of the Force is stronger than ever, and with the vast universe of STAR WARS toys available, fun and excitement is never far, far away.