Matchbox Haunted House

Hero City ready-to-play gently scary playset with glow-in-the-dark parts and working play elevator

Features a working elevator, pop-out toy ghosts, a built-in launcher, and a moving bridge supported by a skeleton's hand. Play scary sounds. Includes one vehicle with glow-in-the-dark parts.

A haunted house playset offers an intriguing mix of spookiness and adventure, sparking children's imaginations in uniquely thrilling ways. With its eerie backdrops, creaky doors, and creepy characters—like ghosts, witches, and monsters—the haunted house playset provides a setting that is ripe for storytelling and dramatic play. Kids can engage in a range of scenarios, from ghost hunting to treasure seeking, as they navigate through dark corridors, hidden compartments, and trap doors. Many such playsets come with interactive features like sound effects, moving parts, and glow-in-the-dark elements, adding layers of sensory engagement that heighten the spooky fun. The playset empowers children to face their fears in a safe and controlled environment, giving them a sense of accomplishment and bravery. Plus, it invites cooperative play when enjoyed with friends or siblings, as they work together to solve mysteries or escape from imaginary peril. The balance of suspense and excitement, coupled with the creative potential for storytelling, makes a haunted house playset a fascinating and enjoyable toy that kids return to time and again.