An unexpected creature in the house creates more excitement than anyone bargained for, but this one lets you decide how much commotion is appropriate. The remote will send it walking across the floor, slow it to a stalk, or have it break into a run as whims demand.

Infrared sensors detect hand gestures and prompt the lizard to lurch forward, meaning that movement can be negotiated with or without the controller. That gives it a little apparent independence, though still less than a real lizard disappearing under the refrigerator.

Lights around its neck and mouth illuminate when it screams, adding some spectacle along the way. Use it for an impromptu creature encounter or a little household entertainment, then bring it back under control when everyone has had enough reptile for the day.