Get ready to lock, load, and level up your Comic Con experience. This year, ZURU’s XSHOT is bringing the most epic blaster experience in partnership with Blaster Wars to the event with four high-energy target zones, brand-new blasters, and a grand prize that will make you the envy of every fan.
From 28–31 August 2025, the Toys R Us KidsCon zone will transform into an adrenaline-fueled arena where fans can put their skills to the test with the latest XSHOT innovations.
The exclusive XSHOT activation will include four target ranges especially curated for Comic Con each with its own theme, from the Gel Series, Skins Series, Insanity Series to the legendary Pro Series, choose your favourite or try them all.
Alongside the blasters, the Toys R Us area will also feature the latest in collectibles including Snackles, MAX Build More capsules, 5 Surprise, Mini Brands, and the quirky cult-favourite Fugglers, making it a must-stop destination for kids, collectors, and pop culture fans.
Comic Con Johannesburg: The Perfect Playground
Comic Con Africa is the continent’s biggest pop culture and gaming festival, drawing over 80,000 fans annually and uniting communities across comics, gaming, cosplay, movies, and more. It’s the perfect backdrop for XSHOT, one of the world’s fastest-growing blaster brands with over 150 million blasters sold globally and a fast-expanding fan base in South Africa.
“Comic Con is where passion, fandom, and play collide and that’s exactly what XSHOT is all about,” says Glenn Ambrose, Country Manager at ZURU South Africa. “We’re bringing more targets and more blasters than ever before, giving fans a space to test their skills, show off their style, and connect with the XSHOT community.”
Ambrose explains that there is one grand prize to be won in partnership with Blaster Wars. “Blaster Wars SA is a fully immersive experience where high-tech blasters, intense battles and strategic thrills come together for birthday parties, events and team building,” he adds. “The grand prize winner will win an Ultimate Blaster Wars birthday party for 10 people worth thousands.”
Show Us Your Shot – Grand Prize
Post your most epic shot (photo or video) from the stand on Instagram or TikTok, follow @Blasterwars_sa and @zuru.xshot on Instagram and @xshot on TikTok, use #XSHOTComicCon for the chance to win.
Where: KidsCon, Toys R Us Zone, Hall 6, Comic Con Africa 2025
When: 28th – 31st August 2025
Cost: FREE to play – tickets to ComicCon can be purchased via Howler.
Ready. Aim. WIN. Whether you’re chasing glory as the XSHOT champion, or the ultimate blaster party, the countdown to Comic Con’s most exciting battle is on.
