A “human claw machine” has debuted at a shopping mall in Chongqing Municipality, southwestern China, and has drawn a host of young challengers. /VCG Photo

The peculiarly designed machine straps children to a hammock-like mechanic claw, dangles them above a sea of bouncing balls and allows the players to pick out cuddly toys before being lifted into the air. /VCG Photo

To make the game more challenging, children have to wear boxing gloves or Mickey Mouse mitts that weaken their grip. /VCG Photo