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Available in stores now is the Alien 3 – Ultimate Dog Alien 7″ Scale Figure by NECA Toys. This version of their extremely popular Dog Alien figure features some newly sculpted pieces, updated articulation, and new accessories. The new inclusions are the curled up Queen Burster, which was a major part of the films marketing, and a Chestburster. A figure stand, like the original release, is also included.

In Alien 3, Ellen Ripley is the only survivor when the ship that escaped LV-426, as she crash lands on Fiorina 161. The planet is a desolate wasteland, where former inmates of the planet’s maximum security prison live and work in relative anonymity. When a new type of the dreaded Xenomorph appears, Ripley must fight with the unarmed colonists to destroy the creature. But Ripley learns a terrible truth, and will do whatever it takes to keep the creature out of the hands of those who would exploit it.

Our friends at NECA Toys have provided us the figure. After the jump, you can see all of my photos and thoughts on the figure.

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under Horror Toy News

NECA They Live Packaging 001

Final in-packaging photos have been released for the upcoming They Live – 8″ Scale Clothed Alien Figure 2-Pack from NECA. The set includes both a male and a female ghoul from John Carpenter’s sci-fi classic. They Live tells the story of a nameless man (now known as John Nada) just looking to get by when he stumbles into the realization that Aliens are hiding in plain site. Through the use of specialized sunglasses, he can see not only who is not human, but the hidden messages they use to communicate. The figures begin shipping to retailers on December 2nd, and should hit shelves a few weeks after that. You can see the new photos after the jump.

Consume! Obey! A truly underrated movie of the ‘80s, They Live had a fun sci-fi premise hiding a deeper social commentary about the manipulation of the masses via advertising. Horror master John Carpenter directed the film about a ruling class of aliens hiding in plain sight and controlling the people via subliminal signals in media and commercials. For the first time ever in action figure form, see the aliens as they really are without the aid of technical sunglasses in this clothed action figure set, featuring a male and female alien. Both figures come with the wristwatches that transport them to the alien command center, as well as television, magazine, newspaper and necklace accessories. Window box packaging.

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Robocop Huya Figures

Last month, we reported on the Robocop 2 3.75″ Scale Figure by Hiya Toys. Today, two new Robocop figures have been announced by Hiya, both from the original film. The Robocop 3.75″ Scale Figure and the Battle Damaged Robocop 3.75″ Scale Figure are Previews Exclusives. They will be sold in comic shops, and via most online collectible retailers. They are priced at $19.99 each, and are set for release in August 2020. See the details below, and the official product photos after the jump.

ROBOCOP 1 ROBOCOP PX 1/18 SCALE FIGURE
A PREVIEWS Exclusive! From the 1987 classic Robocop, Hiya Toys presents this 1/18-scale action figure of Robocop himself! Featuring a metallic paintjob that mimics the look of his armor in the film, and hand with data probe, fans can recreate their favorite scenes from Robocop with this 4 1/2″ tall film accurate figure!

ROBOCOP 1 BATTLE DAMAGE ROBOCOP PX 1/18 SCALE FIGURE
A PREVIEWS Exclusive! From the 1987 classic Robocop, Hiya Toys presents this 1/18-scale action figure of Robocop himself! Featuring a battle damaged appearance that mimics the look of his armor at the end of the film and his hand with data probe, fans can recreate their favorite scenes from Robocop with this 4 1/2″ tall film accurate figure!

under Aliens and Predator Toy News

Predator Hiya Banner

Two new variants of the Jungle Hunter Predator from Hiya Toys have been announced. They include a Battle Damaged Jungle Hunter Predator and a Water Emergence Jungle Hunter Predator. The 3.75″ scale figures are Previews Exclusives, and will be available via comic shops and most online collectible retailers. They will be priced at $19.99 each, and are set for release in August 2020. Check out details below, and new photos after the jump.

PREDATOR BATTLE DAMAGE JUNGLE PREDATOR PX 1/18 SCALE FIGURE
A PREVIEWS Exclusive! Based on the original 1987 Predator film where the Predator stalks his prey with deadly precision, this 1/18-scale figure features full articulation and stands approximately 4 1/2″ tall. This new PREVIEWS Exclusive Jungle Predator figure features a battle damaged appearance and comes with a bloody spine accessory and a stand for easy posing and display.

PREDATOR WATER EMERGENCE JUNGLE HUNTER PX 1/18 SCALE FIGURE
A PREVIEWS Exclusive! Based on the scene when the Jungle Hunter Predator de-cloaks while in the water, this Water Emergence Jungle Hunter features full articulation and stands approximately 4 1/2″ tall. This new PREVIEWS Exclusive Water Emergence Jungle Hunter comes with a stand for easy posing and display.

under Video Game Toy News

Splatoon Figma Boys

Good Smile Company has released photos and details for their upcoming Figma versions of the Inkling Boys from the Nintendo video game series Splatoon. Both a single figure version, and a deluxe set, featuring two figures and more accessories will be available. The figures stand about 4″ tall. The single Inkling Boy includes a Splattershot, an ink tank, Retro specs and an ink spray effects piece. The Deluxe Boy 2-Pack includes two figures, multiple ink tanks, Splattershots, Squidfin Hook Cans, a painter’s mask, Retro Specs, gear from the game, and more are all included.

The single figure release is priced at 6,182 Yen (about $57 USD), while the 2-pack is priced at 12,545 Yen (about $115 USD). The figures are set for release in June 2020. You can see photos and full details after the jump.

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under General Toy News

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Rambo III sees Sylvester Stallone return as John Rambo, who is making a peaceful life for himself as Buddhist in Thailand. After initially refusing to join Colonel Trautman on a mission to Afghanistan, John Rambo learns his friend has been captured and subjected to torture by invading Russian forces led by Colonel Zaysen. Rambo volunteers for a top secret mission to free Colonel Trautman. Joining up with Mujahedeen rebels, Rambo enlists their help to stop Zaysen and rescue Colonel Trautman.

A new figure based on the film has been announced by ThreeZero. They have updated with photos and details for the Rambo III – John Rambo 1/6 Scale Figure. The 12″ tall figure includes a number of interchangeable hands, a jacket, a tank top, a shoulder bag, dog tags, a compound bow with a quiver, arrows, C4 explosives, a boot dagger, a knife with sheath, and AK with M203 grenade launcher, and a RPG-7 launcher. The Rambo figure is scheduled for release in the second quarter of 2020. It’s priced at $199 and includes free Worldwide shipping. Pre-orders will go live November 22nd at 9:00 AM Hong Kong time. Check out [photos and details after the jump.

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Double Dragon Arcade Marquee

Welcome to a new limited run article series, I’m calling “Figures Wanted” where I’ll take a nostalgic look at some personal favorite films, video games, TV shows, and cartoon series that are sorely in need of new collectibles (in my opinion). This is a feature I’ve mulled over for some time. So long, in fact, that some brands that would have made the list at the beginning of 2019, are now in line for collectibles of their own. Some of these brands will, of course, have had toys and collectibles released in the past. While others, sadly, have yet to have any meaningful collectibles released. With revivals of classic brands still the running theme in entertainment, it’s sometimes disappointing to see which brands are passed over, or whose licensing rights are either too expensive, or too problematic to tackle.

In each update, I’ll talk a bit about the license itself, the story, and the characters. I’ll list core characters or concepts that would translate best into the collectible world, and then which (if any) companies would best be suited to handle the licenses. These opinions, of course, are my own, and I welcome our readers to share what they would like to see from each of these brands or who they’d like to see take them on.

In my first entry, I’ll be talking about my personal most wanted line of figures; the Double Dragon video game series.

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ThreeZero Rambo Preview

ThreeZero has shared a preview photo for their upcoming Rambo III – John Rambo 1/6 Scale Figure. The Rambo figure was announced back at New York Comic-Con 2019, but was never added to the ThreeZero display. Now we have our first look at the upcoming 12″ figure. We expect the figure to include an assortment of weapons and interchangeable hands. We will update with further details and photos as they become available. Check out the full preview photo after the jump.

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Star Trek Busts by Chronicle

Pre-orders are now live for the new busts based on Anson Mount as Captain Christopher Pike from Star Trek: Discovery and Patrick Stewart as Captain Jean-Luc Picard from Star Trek: The Next Generation. The new 1/2 scale busts by Chronicle Collectibles features classic faux bronze style finishes, with each bust set on themed bases featuring the Starfleet insignia. The busts stand between 13″ and 14″ tall and are cast in polyresin.

Look for the busts to ship out in the third quarter of 2020. They are priced at just $149.99 each, with optional payment plans available. Check out the new photos, details, and pre-order links after the jump.

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Tell them all. Whoever comes, I’ll kill them. I’ll kill them all.  John Wick movies have been some of my favorite non sci-fi, non-hero based movies in recent memory, and the merch keeps coming!  We shot MAFEX’s first release (see our first John Wick gallery here), along with DST’s John Wick Select, and now we have MAFEX’s entry for John Wick Chapter 2.  This version is very similar to the first body wise, with slightly better head sculpts and paint.  He also comes with Dog, not a dog, but Dog, proper which he picked up at the end of the first movie.  His look is an all black suit with white shirt and tie this time, matching his look for much of the second movie.  Weapons include a shotgun, rifle, 2 pistols and an extra hand with a pencil.  A f*****g pencil! 

All in all it’s a solid release, and copping depends on your scale.  Mafex is a small 1/12, while DST is a very large 7 inch scale.  So pick your poison.  Read on to check out over 45 HD images showing his skills courtesy of Entertainment Earth! He’s in stock and shipping now!

Related Mafex Links: John Wick, John Wick Chapter 2, TDK Bruce Wayne, TDK Ra’s al Ghul, DCEU Bruce Wayne, Robocop.

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