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Chu “Rachel” Liu
Aug 4, 2026
The staff were friendly, and this isn't really about them. It's about the NeeDoh release experience.
Since these drops have limited inventory and a 4-per-household limit, I expected people to respect the line. While I was waiting, another customer walked up and joined his friend in front of me. I asked if they were from the same household, and they said no. I simply asked that given inventory is limited, he return to his spot so everyone who had been waiting would have a fair chance.
Instead, he repeatedly told me to “calm down,” interrupted me whenever I tried to explain my point, drew other nearby customers into the exchange, and even sarcastically asked, “Would it make you feel better if you went in front of us?”
I told him I wasn’t asking to move ahead—I was simply asking him to return to his original place in line. After several minutes, he finally did.
As a woman standing there by myself, constantly being talked over and cut off, it wasn’t a pleasant experience at all. What bothered me most wasn’t the line itself—it was being made to feel like I was the problem for simply asking people to respect it.
I hope future releases have clearer line management or a no line-saving policy. These events are popular, and we’re all there for our kids. Parents should set a good example by respecting the line and making the experience fair for everyone.
This happened near the register, where staff could see what was happening. I understand it’s not always easy to step into disagreements between customers, but a simple reminder to respect the line could have de-escalated the situation quickly and fairly.
After all, NeeDoh is just a toy. The lessons our kids learn from watching adults last much longer.