Nerf Rival : Another set of pellets that will only fit Rival blasters (they're bigger than Hyper pellets, so won't work on those either). This Nerf gun comes with an 18-dart clip and 18 Nerf Zombie Strike Elite darts. Once the motor is revved, it can shoot up to 18 in a row. The immersive special features of this weapon include lights and sounds, so you can feel like you’re starring in your own zombie-fighting movie. It’s actually a nice touch given the theme of this Nerf gun that Hasbro went the extra mile to include some great features unique to this theme.

Nerf Hyper : Because they're pellets rather than darts, these won't work in anything that isn't a Hyper blaster. There are no sub-series that belong completely to N-Strike Mega. The only sub-series the theme has are shared with N-Strike Elite or Zombie Strike. The Nerf Fortnite HC-E Mega Dart Blaster is another Nerf design modeled after the fan-favorite game of Fortnight. This particular blaster has a simple design, shoots mega darts, and is fairly inexpensive. Plus, it has versatility to spare. Tactical rails allow you to add numerous accessories should you want to upgrade down the road, and you can clip on everything from scopes to better grips if you have the budget or inclination. You can even add a shoulder rest if you want to level up what is already one of the best Nerf guns. When combined with its cowboy-esque loading mechanism, it's a solid all-rounder. Nerf Ultra : New Nerf darts that fly further than others. Only compatible with Nerf Ultra blasters.

FAQ

The inclusion of clips in the best Nerf guns allows for easy reload and reliable firing with minimal jamming. While users wish a few Nerf guns would come with additional clips, the clips themselves are convenient, easy to load, and allow for continuous Nerf-fire pretty easily. Most Nerf players consider the Elite dart the most versatile. It works in the majority of Nerf guns. Suction darts are interchangeable with Elite darts but feature a suction cup on the tip. Extra-wide Nerf Zombie-Strike darts are for use with the Crossfire Bow, Sidestrike Blaster, and N-Strike Blaster.

Several Nerf guns on this list are also themed after popular video games or some kind of immersive experience. Fortnite is a fan-favorite video game that, through Nerf, players are given the opportunity to enjoy in real life. Equally awesome is the presence of themes like zombie fighter which include lights and sounds in the Nerf-playing experience. For starters, this Nerf gun comes with 25 Ultra darts, which are advertised as their furthest-flying darts ever. While it’s advertised that the darts can fly up to 120 feet, many users have expressed their disapproval that they haven’t been able to reach that distance. Of course, a number of aerodynamic factors are at play here, so it may be a matter of environment and not necessarily false advertising. What’s pretty neat about this Nerf gun is that it comes with a detachable drop grip and barrel extension. What your Nerf-battle preferences are, you can customize your Nerf gun to your needs. This is a front-loaded, single-shot Nerf gun. While it may not be very fancy, it’s definitely fun and reminiscent of the Nerf guns popular during the nineties, but with a novelty flair. Though it may not be ultra-fancy, it’s got a dependable straight shot with a decent aim and a good amount of force behind the dart. Perfect for an around-the-corner surprise from a mischievous friend or sibling. No serious injuries have ever been reported from a Nerf gun or Nerf gun battle. Some eye injuries have occurred including some serious eye injuries, however, most of the more serious injuries are from modified Nerf guns, changed by users to be more powerful. This is known as modding. (Modding in some instancing may be illegal) Many parents insist on children wearing safety glasses or other eye protection during Nerf gun battles for complete safety and protection. The soft darts won’t cause injury to any other part of the body though they may cause a little sting if they hit bare skin at close range.

Considered the gold standard of nerf guns, the Nerf Ultra One motorized blaster is among the most advanced nerf guns available, built for distance, speed and accuracy. The Ultra One boasts one of the farthest firing distances of any nerf gun – up to 120 feet – and it achieves this with the use of Nerf’s game-changing Nerf Ultra Darts, special projectiles which feature unique flight tips, Ultra foam and Aerofin technology. The Longstrike Nerf Modulus Toy Blaster has a very cool sniper-like design that includes additional accessories, multiple clips, and a manual shooting mechanism that has a decent range. This a medium-sized Nerf gun recommended for ages eight and up. It features a purple body design with grey and orange accents. Batteries are required but not included, so it’s important to buy some in advance so that you can get to playing right away. Especially if this is being given as a gift to a youngster, it can be monumentally disappointing if batteries aren’t near! The Nerf Halo MA40 is a motorized, clip-fed blaster that can fire 10 darts in a row from a 10-dart clip. Prime the blaster with the pump action Hold down the acceleration button to power up the blaster's motor, then press the trigger to fire 1 dart and press the trigger again to shoot another dart. The Nerf Halo MA40 can even be customized with Nerf accessories (not included) thanks to a rail riser that attaches to the blaster's tactical rail.