Get ready to enter the Upside Down because a new Stranger Things: Tales From '85 and McDonald's Happy Meal is officially on its way. This collaboration brings fans closer to the action with much more than just delicious food. The promotion kicks off in the U.S. on May 5, with a rollout following soon in Singapore, Norway, Australia, Germany, Portugal, Italy, India, and Korea.
What’s Inside the Stranger Things: Tales From '85 and McDonald's Happy Meal?
The upcoming collection features several items designed to immerse fans in the animated spin-off's world. Each meal includes a variety of collectibles and activities:
- A custom Stranger Things: Tales From '85-inspired Happy Meal box.
- One of 12 collectible character toys (availability may vary by market).
- A dedicated Stranger Things activity book.
- A QR code that unlocks a digital interactive game.
Defend Hawkins from the Upside Down
Scanning the provided QR code allows guests to participate in a digital experience where they help save both Hawkins and McDonald's from supernatural threats. Players will work alongside the newly formed Hawkins Investigators Club to fight off monsters using the same animation style seen in the animated series.
A recent teaser for the Stranger Things: Tales From '85 and McDonald's Happy Meal shows fan favorites like Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas, and Max. The footage also introduces newcomer Nikki as the group decides on their McDonald's order before being thrust into the Upside Down. In a memorable moment, Eleven even uses her powers to launch a Happy Meal at an enemy.
New Animated Spin-Off Arrives on Netflix
The collaboration arrives just as Stranger Things: Tales From '85 premieres on Netflix today, April 23. This animated series is set between seasons 2 and 3 of the main live-action story. The showrunner has noted that the project will "respect the canon" of the original series while expanding the lore.
