A couple things: first, when I filmed this video it was so hot that my Ember, Bamboo 2.0, and new Nitroshot Bamboos were melting. The glue to fix the head on that is. Anyway, because I tested in extreme conditions, take my numbers with a grain of salt. Some high numbers could have been caused by dart heads flying off. Secondly, thanks to @jackboulter4901 I now know that this blaster is not cross compatible with full-length Nexus Pro X springs.
I think it’s awesome that they decided to go with something unique for this blaster rather than being a copy of the Nexus X, and being able to switch between feeding mechanisms out of the box is really cool! Tolerance issues are a little annoying, and I’ll be sticking with the Nexus X for now
Shell Flex? One point that annoyed me with the Tomcat, is the big cutout to make room for a drum meant the blaster shell would flex. Could visibly see it bend downards as I prime it. (looking down the top rail makes it obvious) How's the Stryker in this regard?
So just quickly, The nexus pro X springs aren't compatible with the stryker 2.0 as it's stock spring is shorter in length and wider diameter, you can't swap the end caps over either to use the nexus pro x springs in this. Hope you don't mind me saying 😊, Also the new nitro shot+ bamboo darts are 1 gram.
@Foam Quest Heads up for the title, it's "dual" when meaning two, "duel" is like a fight where one guy slaps the other with a lace glove before they try to shoot each other with flintlock pistols.
If the clip that holds the scar barrel isn't holding on to it as best as you want it to then I suggest switching it out for the Nexus Pro X clip for the scar barrel.
Honestly, I’m personally not super interested in this blaster. But I do appreciate that it isn’t just the Nexus X but green, it does few unique things like the drum to mag compatibility! But overall I think I’d rather have the Nexus X. Great video 👍
@michaciemniewski9791 Ok, so it doesn't have a great fit with anything. Too big for Elite, N1, darts, but too small for Mega or Rival. The only thing I could fire somewhat effectively was a Mega XL dart. Stuffing it awkwardly down the muzzle. But, the included SCAR is actually much better at firing these
I’m sorry dude but you’re way off the mark on this one. It’s definitely as high quality as the Nexus Pro X. You can feel it when you pick it up. Not only that, it’s way more accurate. First 10 shots I took I hit all 10 cans I was shooting at from 50ft away. I’m seriously puzzled by most of your comments here. Did you try using the Dart Zone BCAR on it? You have problems with the design yet if you hold it side by side with the Nexus Pro the differences are small but actually improve the design. Better barrel placement and it’s longer…
@jerryrush892 I totally appreciate your opinion and perspective! However, for now, I stand with the opinions discussed in the video. For me, accuracy seems to be about identical when compared to my NPX. With BCAR, SCAR, and without anything up front. It's PHENOMENAL out of the box accuracy, but no better than the NPX. I really do feel like the plastic is thinner in some places. (Though I don't have any exact measurements beyond "feel") You didn't experience the loose SCAR holder or sights? There could very well be some modal discrepancy. I do appreciate the design. And I do think the blaster is great! It's just that it doesn't click with me like the NPX did, and I happen to feel that it has some shortcomings. I would love to hear more of your thoughts! If you'd like to continue :)
Great review! I haven't gotten one in hand yet. However there seems to be something off with it, almost like it's a prototype? It's kinda odd to me. However still a cool option, and I may get it to review
@@brickosaurus2276 I do think the blaster is great overall, but some elements definitely screem unfinished....I also wish it wasn't an open face box, I think that makes the Pro line feel a little less special
This does not fill a new role for me so it will probably be a pass. I have a tomcat and a NPX so this feels unnecessary for me. Thank you for the video and your thoughts.
@@foamquest Oh, yeah that changes things a lot for me. Optics are whatever, as long as I can get in the blaster itself, then I'm a lot more accepting of this thing's flaws. Thanks for clarifying!
Im skipping this like i am the venom. I think nerf might have better offerings this time around. I prefer the torrent over this one. Plus with a metal barrel and a spring upgrade im sure you can get the torrent to this ones levels. Im in no way a nerf lover. I haven't bought a nerf product in years but with the venom which to me is a cut down omina done right and this being a rush job from what all the creators are saying nerf might have it this round. Now when that xshot comes back in stock on Amazon it will blow all of them out of the water.
I think it's an *okay* blaster. The performance price and included accessories are great. However visually speaking it's a very ugly blaster and the SciFi theme does not work for dart zone. Plus I feel that the drum was an unnecessary inclusion that made it difficult for them to sell at $49.99 and makes the blaster fall flat in certain areas like plastic quality as a result.
A couple things: first, when I filmed this video it was so hot that my Ember, Bamboo 2.0, and new Nitroshot Bamboos were melting. The glue to fix the head on that is. Anyway, because I tested in extreme conditions, take my numbers with a grain of salt. Some high numbers could have been caused by dart heads flying off.
Secondly, thanks to @jackboulter4901 I now know that this blaster is not cross compatible with full-length Nexus Pro X springs.
@@foamquest Thanks for including me in the pinned comment ☺️
I think it’s awesome that they decided to go with something unique for this blaster rather than being a copy of the Nexus X, and being able to switch between feeding mechanisms out of the box is really cool! Tolerance issues are a little annoying, and I’ll be sticking with the Nexus X for now
Do they matter? Who would keep their PCAR in a Holder instead of a barrel anyway?
@michaciemniewski9791 Good point, but I think it's just the idea that it doesn't work well (if) someone wants to use it
@@foamquestmaby for storage? I will not use it anyway. Has no practical usage.
It appears many people on TH-cam doing reviews prefer the Nexus Pro X better than the Stryker 2.0.
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I appreciate the enthusiasm! 😅
Shell Flex?
One point that annoyed me with the Tomcat, is the big cutout to make room for a drum meant the blaster shell would flex.
Could visibly see it bend downards as I prime it. (looking down the top rail makes it obvious)
How's the Stryker in this regard?
@adriansue8955 I'll update you once I observe the Stryker closely
At 6:50 in Lord Draconicals review you can visibly see it flex.
So just quickly, The nexus pro X springs aren't compatible with the stryker 2.0 as it's stock spring is shorter in length and wider diameter, you can't swap the end caps over either to use the nexus pro x springs in this. Hope you don't mind me saying 😊, Also the new nitro shot+ bamboo darts are 1 gram.
I really appreciate this info! I just included it in the pinned comment! Thanks!
@@foamquest No problem 😊
@Foam Quest Heads up for the title, it's "dual" when meaning two, "duel" is like a fight where one guy slaps the other with a lace glove before they try to shoot each other with flintlock pistols.
OMG, thanks! I didn't even notice!
Getting Charlie Murphy flashbacks..
@@jemeljordan-butler4510 I get that reference! 😅
FQ
Great review as always. Thanks for all the info. We will probably pick one up but also stick with my Nexus Pro X for game play.
I use the Stryker just for the back loading in the drum and the inreased capacity
Drum rotates fine, you just need to push it until it gets a soft click
If the clip that holds the scar barrel isn't holding on to it as best as you want it to then I suggest switching it out for the Nexus Pro X clip for the scar barrel.
Great review man this blaster was definitely a surprise
@spideravengermiller3920 Thanks! Absolutely! This blaster was definitely a surprise!
i wish it had a short dart drum mag and a horizontal front grip.
I modified a stryker 1.0 front grip with a dremel and it fits perfectly however I recommend filling it in with epoxy putty as reinforcement
Im curious if firing from the cylinder or the magazine makes any difference in fps or accuracy?
Not that I've noticed. Once the dart is in place, there shouldn't be a difference. I guess I should test to make sure! :)
@@foamquest thanks for replying! I'm a huge fan of your content! :)
@@grantponciano9386 ;)
Honestly, I’m personally not super interested in this blaster.
But I do appreciate that it isn’t just the Nexus X but green, it does few unique things like the drum to mag compatibility! But overall I think I’d rather have the Nexus X.
Great video 👍
@WannabeNerfOperator Totally, I also prefer the Nexus Pro X, but I am definitely glad that this wasn't just a repaint!
Wassup bro
@@foamquestjust curious, is there any specific reason for the Nexus over this one?
@@CN3891 I don't think so. It comes down to personal preference! Both are great. Especially at $50!
Can anyone tell me when I need to replace the o ring on this blaster google wont give me a proper answer so that way I wont need to worry
Dart Zone FTW
Thanks for the video mate.
Previous muzzle attachment (1.0) was for... Mega darts. Many this one also works with those darts? Could anyone check?
@@michaciemniewski9791 It's an odd size, I'll have to test it.
@@foamquest i know previous one was launching mega darts...
@michaciemniewski9791 Ok, so it doesn't have a great fit with anything. Too big for Elite, N1, darts, but too small for Mega or Rival. The only thing I could fire somewhat effectively was a Mega XL dart. Stuffing it awkwardly down the muzzle. But, the included SCAR is actually much better at firing these
@@foamquest interesting. It looks bigger that the previous one for sure.
I honestly like drums more than magazines so the stryker 2.0 is prob the best for me.(also my ragefire is just about to arrive).
I haven't tried the Rage Fire, but it looks cool!
It seems more like a Tomcat, than a Stryker. The prime seems a little easier though. So are the drums cross compatible?
@nerftalk1163 I'm not sure if it's compatible, I didn't check the compatibility, I'll let you know once I've tried
@@foamquest Thanks, you’re the first review I watched on it,, so I was just wondering. Be really cool if they were!
I’m sorry dude but you’re way off the mark on this one. It’s definitely as high quality as the Nexus Pro X. You can feel it when you pick it up. Not only that, it’s way more accurate. First 10 shots I took I hit all 10 cans I was shooting at from 50ft away. I’m seriously puzzled by most of your comments here. Did you try using the Dart Zone BCAR on it? You have problems with the design yet if you hold it side by side with the Nexus Pro the differences are small but actually improve the design. Better barrel placement and it’s longer…
@jerryrush892 I totally appreciate your opinion and perspective! However, for now, I stand with the opinions discussed in the video. For me, accuracy seems to be about identical when compared to my NPX. With BCAR, SCAR, and without anything up front. It's PHENOMENAL out of the box accuracy, but no better than the NPX. I really do feel like the plastic is thinner in some places. (Though I don't have any exact measurements beyond "feel") You didn't experience the loose SCAR holder or sights? There could very well be some modal discrepancy. I do appreciate the design. And I do think the blaster is great! It's just that it doesn't click with me like the NPX did, and I happen to feel that it has some shortcomings. I would love to hear more of your thoughts! If you'd like to continue :)
Great review! I haven't gotten one in hand yet. However there seems to be something off with it, almost like it's a prototype? It's kinda odd to me. However still a cool option, and I may get it to review
@@brickosaurus2276 I do think the blaster is great overall, but some elements definitely screem unfinished....I also wish it wasn't an open face box, I think that makes the Pro line feel a little less special
This does not fill a new role for me so it will probably be a pass. I have a tomcat and a NPX so this feels unnecessary for me. Thank you for the video and your thoughts.
@@CRNerf Valid points!
The Stryker 2.0 good blaster
@@EricSlater-pj7rc It is a very compelling blaster
I wish I’d could buy it (I have some cool paint Idea’s)
The tomcat has a 50 rd drum compared to 25 with the stryker 2.0. That's enough for me to prefer the tomcat.
Link is available now lol
@@QuietWyatt2005 It's updated now!
Solvent welded is an instant no-buy from me. If I can't get in, even if just to service or repair the blaster, I have no interest.
@ToxicAtom I hope I didn't cause confusion. The blaster isn't solvent welded, just the optics!
@@foamquest Oh, yeah that changes things a lot for me. Optics are whatever, as long as I can get in the blaster itself, then I'm a lot more accepting of this thing's flaws. Thanks for clarifying!
Im skipping this like i am the venom. I think nerf might have better offerings this time around. I prefer the torrent over this one. Plus with a metal barrel and a spring upgrade im sure you can get the torrent to this ones levels. Im in no way a nerf lover. I haven't bought a nerf product in years but with the venom which to me is a cut down omina done right and this being a rush job from what all the creators are saying nerf might have it this round. Now when that xshot comes back in stock on Amazon it will blow all of them out of the water.
I think it's an *okay* blaster. The performance price and included accessories are great. However visually speaking it's a very ugly blaster and the SciFi theme does not work for dart zone. Plus I feel that the drum was an unnecessary inclusion that made it difficult for them to sell at $49.99 and makes the blaster fall flat in certain areas like plastic quality as a result.
Also mines plunger tube catch broke within 2-3. Weeks
I'm calling it the strycat I got this idea from someone else
That's pretty cool!
this shit would’ve gone for 150 dollars in 2019
@adamcrum568 Or MORE! My goodness........times have changed!