The science fiction films of the 1980s were filled with iconic imagery that still resonates with fans today. It makes sense, then, that Nerf saw fit to bring one of the most memorable guns in cinema to life: The Armat M41-A Pulse Blaster, used by the Colonial Marine Corps in Ridley Scott’s 1986 film Aliens.
“Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the iconic Aliens film with the Nerf Lmtd M41-A Pulse Blaster, capturing authentic details inspired by the equipment of the film’s Colonial Marine Corps,” reads the official description for the weapon. The Pulse Blaster is a bit different from its cinematic counterpart, swapping out beige and gunmetal colors for yellow and light-gray styling that calls to mind the bright yellow Power Loader that Ripley uses against the Xenomorph in the film. …