Looking for ways to spice up your lunch break? Keen on getting competitive with your workmates? Check out this month’s selection of desk-friendly Executoys…

Tamagotchi, £14.99 from Amazon.
First unleashed in 1996, Tamagotchis are back with a bang! This enduringly popular Japanese toy kicked off the ‘digital pet’ trend, and the Gen 2 version could make the perfect retro addition to any office desk. Raise, nurture and care for your digital pal – remember to feed them regularly, and provide plenty of discipline! Unlock a range of new characters by successfully rearing your pet from egg to adult.

Bananagrams, £15.99 from Leisure Games.
This beloved, banana-based word game offers a frenzied word-building experience that’s sure to drive your workmates bananas! Great for improving spelling and vocabulary skills in even the most scholarly colleagues, this fast-paced, portable offering encourages players to build as many words as they can, using 144 letter tiles packed into a – you guessed it – banana! This game has been a go-to for parties and family get-togethers since 2006 – why not bring it into the office for those lunchtime lulls?
Aquabeads Stitch Keychain Craft Kit, £14.16 from Amazon.

Lilo and Stitch fans of all ages are sure to enjoy this unique craft kit, which enables you to build your own adorable, Stitch-themed creations from a colourful array of 700 beads, including shimmering Shiny Beads and vibrant Star Beads. Simply add water to make your beads magically stick together! Once your creation is complete, you can show Stitch off to your workmates using the two keychain attachments and straps provided!

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Waterproof, £14.80 from Amazon.
Suitable for 2-8 players, this wildly popular, fast-paced ‘hand-slapping’ game is now available with waterproof cards, perfect for those moments in the office when the tea and coffee are frustratingly flying! In this all-slapping, all-shouting game, players are tasked with flipping their cards and slapping the central pile, uttering the fateful words “Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza” in sequence – the first player to get rid of their personal pile wins… don’t get too competitive, pizza lovers!

Sushi Go, £7.99 from Amazon.
Sushi is a strong choice for anyone’s office packup, but this rapid-fire, sushi-based card game is sure to add a touch of competitive elegance to your lunch break. Putting your sense of probability and strategic thinking to the test, this set collecting game pits players against each other – but who will gather the most points and be declared Sushi Master of the office?

AliExpress LABUBU, £11.29 from AliExpress.
These collectable plush toys are exceedingly in demand right now, mainly due to their relatively limited availability, viral status on social media, and association with influential K-pop stars. Be the first in your office to get in on the hype by gracing your desk with your very own Labubu, which will not only spruce up your working space, but also add an air of exotic exclusivity! Which kind of Labubu will you choose?
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