TFW2005HisstankTokuNationToyark
The Toyark - News - Welcome to The Toyark!
Hobby Link Japan
  • Home
  • News
    • Marvel Toy News
    • DC Toy News
    • Star Wars Toy News
    • Video Game Toy News
    • Dragonball Z Toy News
    • MOTU Toy News
    • San Diego Comic Con
    • Toy Fair
    • All News Categories…
  • JUMP OFF!
    • S.H.F Dragonball Z
    • Toy Fair Round Up
    • NYCC Round Up
    • SDCC Round Up
  • Photo Shoots
  • Forum
    • New Posts
    • News and Rumors
    • Action Figure GD
    • Marvel Forum
    • Customs
    • Fan Art
    • Collection Showcase
    • Buy Sell Trade
  • Companies
    • Tamashii Nations
    • McFarlane
    • Hasbro
    • NECA
    • Mezco
    • Super7
    • Mattel
    • Diamond Select Toys
    • Storm Collectibles
    • Hot Toys
    • Sideshow
  • Characters
    • Spider-Man
    • Iron Man
    • Batman
    • Superman
    • Wolverine
    • Hulk
    • Green Lantern
    • Captain America
    • Boba Fett
  • Scale
    • 3.75 Inch
    • 6 Inch
    • 7 Inch
    • 1/6
  • Sub-Lines
    • SH Figuarts
    • DC Multiverse
    • Marvel Legends
    • Black Series
    • Super7 Ultimates
    • One:12 Collective
    • Vintage Collection
    • Masterverse
    • MOTU Origins
Premium Bandai
The Toyark › General Toy News › King Kong with Pteranodon and Pit Monster by NECA – Toyark Photo Shoot

King Kong with Pteranodon and Pit Monster by NECA – Toyark Photo Shoot

Posted on May 9, 2021 at 12:34 pm by Joe Moore under General Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

NECA King Kong V3 Figure 030

We’ve known for a while now that additional King Kong releases were coming from NECA Toys, especially after a teaser photo they released back in February. We’ve already shared photo galleries of the King Kong Figure, and the King Kong Illustrated Figure. Today, we have an advanced look at the next King Kong release, which is officially slated for release around Father’s Day in June. Late last week, photos started showing up for a new King Kong that had hit shelves a little over a month early at some Target stores. Since the figure is now out in the wild, we’ve been given the okay to share our photo gallery and impressions of the King Kong Ultimate Figure with Pteranodon and Pit Monster. Taking inspiration from the original King Kong movie, this figure includes the Pteranodon and Pit Monster from Skull Island. Also included are two new head sculpts, a new set of hands, and a new tree trunk weapon accessory. Here’s what NECA says about the new figure:

“The rumors of Skull Island are true, and NECA has given us a First Look!

This Father’s Day season, head over to Target stores to get the latest edition of NECA’s Ultimate King Kong figure. This new version Stands 8″ tall with super detailed hair and battle wounds across the body and brand new head sculpts, this massive figure has over 30 points of articulation. The figure includes two brand new interchangeable heads (one with jaw articulation), 3 pairs of interchangeable hands, a Pit Monster, Pteranodon, and tree trunk accessory! Window box packaging with opening 5th panel front cover.

King Kong will be first to Target this June, and available at your favorite NECA retailers later this summer!”

Our friends at NECA sent the Ultimate King Kong Figure over to check out. After the jump, you can see a full photo gallery and review for the new King Kong figure.

King Kong Ultimate Figure with Pteranodon and Pit Monster by NECA Toys

Pros

  • New scowling and articulated jaw head sculpts are great
  • Both creatures look fantastic
  • Parts swap out easily
  • Nice articulation

Cons

  • Pteranodon has a hard time standing on its own
  • Scowling face is missing the eyebrows

Overall
Like all Ultimate releases, this King Kong is packed in a collector friendly flapped window box. The packaging has all new art of Kong based on this release. The figures and accessories are packed in plastic trays, and can easily be stored when not on display. As mentioned above, the King Kong figure include a Pteranodon, a Pit Monster, a new scowling head sculpt, a new head sculpt with an articulated jaw, three sets of interchangeable hands, and a tree trunk weapon accessory.

The base body for this King Kong appears to be the same as the original release. The scars, and textured fur are the same as the original. Kong stands over 8″ tall, and has roughly 30 points of articulation including double jointed knees and elbows, rocker ankles, a ball jointed torso, and more. The paint scheme used on Kong is also the same as the first release, allowing you to swap heads and hands across both figures without them looking out of place. The two head sculpts included here are new. The main portrait is a classic looking Kong with an articulated jaw. The jaw hinge is hidden well, and the articulation is definitely welcome as there have only been open mouth portraits to this point. The scowling head sculpt looks more modern, and could definitely work as a good modern Godzilla vs Kong style figure. However, mine is missing the eyebrows. Also new here are two hand sculpts for gripping the weapon or for grabbing the two included creatures. all the new parts look great, and work well. I had no issue swapping pieces out, and didn’t have to resort to heating any joints.

The big draw for this release is going to be the two new creatures included. The Pteranodon and Pit Monster are inspired by creatures seen in the 1933 King Kong film. While small, they still pack a good amount of detail. Both mini figure include articulated necks, and the Pteranodon has an articulated jaw. Paint work is handled well here. The Pit Monster is sculpted in a way that allows it to lay flat on its stomach, so displaying is easy. The Pteranodon is a bit more tricky. The feet are small, and extremely soft, making it near impossible to stand on its own. I recommend having Kong hold the figure, or using a display stand of some kind if you want it displayed independently.

Much like their Godzilla line, I suspect we’ll be seeing multiple Kong releases inspired by his many film and other appearances. With each release it looks like there will be some new accessories, or in this case, new heads and hands, to entice fans of Kong. There’s enough new here to make this a worthwhile addition to the collection, expecially with the addition of the two creatures. I do like that the colors were kept consistent to share the new parts with the previous release, though I hope we see a pure black and white version at some point in the future. Check out a selection of images below, and the full gallery after that.

Update: It was pointed out that the scowling portrait was missing the eyebrows.

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-024.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-008.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-011.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-013.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-018.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-022.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-030.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-028.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-042.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-038.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-041.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-047.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-049.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-043.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-046.jpg

https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2021/05/NECA-King-Kong-V3-Figure-048.jpg

Discuss on the Toyark Forums› Views: 9028 › Tags: Featured, NECA Toy Galleries

› Companies: NECA › Characters: King Kong › Scale: 7 Inch

King Kong with Pteranodon and Pit Monster by NECA – Toyark Photo Shoot - Additional Images

NECA King Kong V3 Figure 001
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 001
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 002
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 002
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 003
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 003
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 004
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 004
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 005
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 005
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 006
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 006
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 007
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 007
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 008
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 008
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 009
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 009
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 010
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 010
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 011
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 011
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 012
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 012
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 013
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 013
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 014
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 014
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 015
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 015
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 016
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 016
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 017
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 017
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 018
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 018
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 019
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 019
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 020
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 020
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 021
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 021
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 022
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 022
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 023
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 023
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 024
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 024
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 025
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 025
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 026
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 026
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 027
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 027
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 028
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 028
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 029
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 029
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 030
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 030
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 031
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 031
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 032
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 032
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 033
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 033
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 034
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 034
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 035
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 035
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 036
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 036
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 037
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 037
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 038
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 038
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 039
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 039
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 040
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 040
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 041
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 041
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 042
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 042
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 043
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 043
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 044
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 044
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 045
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 045
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 046
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 046
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 047
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 047
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 048
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 048
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 049
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 049
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 050
NECA King Kong V3 Figure 050

Discussion / Comments (Jump to this Thread on the Forum)

  1. Joe Moore's Avatar Joe Moore says

    05-09-2021, 09:34 AM

    King Kong with Pteranodon and Pit Monster by NECA - Toyark Photo Shoot









  2. Kernel's Avatar Kernel says

    05-09-2021, 09:47 AM

    Great photos Joe!

    Can’t wait to find this King Kong, hopefully they make more monsters. I can’t wait to pair this with the werewolf so I’ll have a George and Ralph stand in

  3. SuperWeird has no avatar! SuperWeird says

    05-09-2021, 09:50 AM

    Their first Kong release was awesome, will definitely be picking up this new one too.

  4. Black Arbor's Avatar Black Arbor says

    05-09-2021, 10:07 AM

    Found mine at Target last night! Absolutely worth the purchase! I wonder if we'll get a deluxe Kong with arm restraints and a stage...

  5. Sybok's Avatar Sybok says

    05-09-2021, 11:07 AM

    I saw this on a couple of YouTube videos yesterday. Target doesn't seem to have this on their website yet. In Canada, I can only order online.
    But I will definitely be checking every day.

  6. 80sforged's Avatar 80sforged says

    05-09-2021, 11:18 AM

    Set looks tempting, but holding out for a Black and White release... possibly with a Fay Wray. (one can hope)

  7. Joe Moore's Avatar Joe Moore says

    05-09-2021, 12:01 PM

    The set wasn’t supposed to hit stores yet, so probably won’t be online for a bit. They were pretty shocked that it started showing up in stores. So Target first, then around July it should hit all retailers.

  8. Black Arbor's Avatar Black Arbor says

    05-09-2021, 12:21 PM

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Joe Moore View Post
    The set wasn’t supposed to hit stores yet, so probably won’t be online for a bit. They were pretty shocked that it started showing up in stores. So Target first, then around July it should hit all retailers.
    That's weird that NECA themselves wouldn't know a product is hitting shelves, I assumed it came from China to their warehouses and they shipped orders from there...My Target just got a huuuuge NECA shipment (Rhino Aliens, BTTF restocks, Halloween 3 figures...) In addition to 4 of these new Kongs so I imagine he'll be showing up at most Targets any day now (I live in Michigan, for reference!)

  9. Joe Moore's Avatar Joe Moore says

    05-09-2021, 12:32 PM

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Black Arbor View Post
    That's weird that NECA themselves wouldn't know a product is hitting shelves, I assumed it came from China to their warehouses and they shipped orders from there...My Target just got a huuuuge NECA shipment (Rhino Aliens, BTTF restocks, Halloween 3 figures...) In addition to 4 of these new Kongs so I imagine he'll be showing up at most Targets any day now (I live in Michigan, for reference!)
    It’s like most street dated items. Shipped to stores early so they have it for when it’s supposed to go live for a Father’s Day weekend end cap reset. I’ve had the figure for a few weeks now, but my gallery was supposed to be embargoed until mid-June. Once the 1st pics popped up, I got the ok to post this weekend. So had to scramble to get this live.

  10. Black Arbor's Avatar Black Arbor says

    05-09-2021, 12:46 PM

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Joe Moore View Post
    It’s like most street dated items. Shipped to stores early so they have it for when it’s supposed to go live for a Father’s Day weekend end cap reset. I’ve had the figure for a few weeks now, but my gallery was supposed to be embargoed until mid-June. Once the 1st pics popped up, I got the ok to post this weekend. So had to scramble to get this live.
    Ooooh, that makes sense. Also I keep thinking it's still April, my internal clock is way off haha

  11. Dr Kain's Avatar Dr Kain says

    05-09-2021, 02:07 PM

    For once not having the money to pick up the other Kong worked in my favor. I definitely want this one over the old one.

    Of course, as usual, everyone's stores are stocking them but mine.

  12. Sybok's Avatar Sybok says

    05-09-2021, 03:12 PM

    I kept looking and just realized that the "angry face" Kong head is off compared to the box cover. It almost looks like during the molding process they forgot to add the eyebrows.



  13. djblizzard's Avatar djblizzard says

    05-09-2021, 03:45 PM

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Sybok View Post
    I kept looking and just realized that the "angry face" Kong head is off compared to the box cover. It almost looks like during the molding process they forgot to add the eyebrows.



    You seem to be 100% right. You can see the pegs the eyebrows were supposed to plug onto. I wonder if this is just a faulty sample?

  14. Joe Moore's Avatar Joe Moore says

    05-09-2021, 03:48 PM

    That was something I missed. Was rushing to get this posted and didn’t realize the eyebrow sculpts were missing. Updated review to mention it.

  15. Sybok's Avatar Sybok says

    05-09-2021, 04:08 PM

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Joe Moore View Post
    That was something I missed. Was rushing to get this posted and didn’t realize the eyebrow sculpts were missing. Updated review to mention it.
    I believe you're right. I reviewed the YouTube video and the head sculpt is complete.
    https://youtu.be/EncFIT_ifOE

  16. Joe Moore's Avatar Joe Moore says

    05-09-2021, 04:19 PM

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Sybok View Post
    I believe you're right. I reviewed the YouTube video and the head sculpt is complete.
    https://youtu.be/EncFIT_ifOE
    Ok, good to know it’s likely due to mine being an early sample.

  17. dukefett's Avatar dukefett says

    05-09-2021, 06:41 PM

    I hope the added eye brows add something to that sculpt or else it's the worst of the 4 to me. I do like the monsters and articulated sculpt so I'd grab it anyway though.

  18. 305Batman has no avatar! 305Batman says

    05-10-2021, 10:34 AM

    Easy pass for me since I don’t use the 1933 head,I’m good with the first release.

  19. Smasher's Avatar Smasher says

    05-12-2021, 11:47 AM

    I thought this was going to be an accessory pack of Skull Island creatures.
    Not complaining -just thought that's what it would be when I first saw the Pteranodon and Proto-Skullcrawler.

    I hope NECA decides to do something like an accessory pack for Kong some day. I'd like some chains and an Ann Darrow for this version of Kong.
    Although maybe those items that came with the Mezco Kong will work on NECA's Kong.
    I haven't tried.

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by dukefett View Post
    I hope the added eye brows add something to that sculpt or else it's the worst of the 4 to me. I do like the monsters and articulated sculpt so I'd grab it anyway though.
    My thoughts exactly.
    Except I would have said it better.
    Believe me.

  20. EMM has no avatar! EMM says

    05-14-2021, 06:27 AM

    I hope too, they create a accessory package of the new different heads , hands and creatures and a Ann Darrow model. I bought the 1933 kong version and i would love to have the head with the adjustable jaw.

  21. Leave your reply on the Toyark Forums.

    Full Thread: NECA King Kong and Creatures Set - Photo Gallery

    Not a member yet? Join Toyark Now!

Join the Conversation! › King Kong with Pteranodon and Pit Monster by NECA – Toyark Photo Shoot Discussion

Premium Bandai

Search

NECA Best Sellers

SaleBestseller No. 1 NECA - Elvira 8 Clothed Action Figure NECA - Elvira 8 Clothed Action Figure $34.99
Bestseller No. 2 Halloween 2: Michael Myers & Dr Loomis Action Figure 2-Pack Halloween 2: Michael Myers & Dr Loomis Action... $74.48
SaleBestseller No. 3 NECA 54129 Action Figure, Multi-Colour NECA 54129 Action Figure, Multi-Colour $67.05
SaleBestseller No. 4 an American Werewolf in London: Nightmare Demon Ultimate 7' Action Figure an American Werewolf in London: Nightmare Demon... $30.00
SaleBestseller No. 5 NECA NECA54124 Action Figure NECA NECA54124 Action Figure $66.53
Bestseller No. 6 NECA Texas Chainsaw Massacre 7' Ultimate Leatherface Action Figure NECA Texas Chainsaw Massacre 7" Ultimate... $37.90

Related Toyark NECA Links

Toyark's NECA Galleries
NECA Toy News
Alien Predator Toy News | NECA Only
Horror Toy News | NECA Only
Godzilla Toy News | NECA Only
TMNT Toy News | NECA Only
NECA Retro 8-Inch Figures

Toyark’s NECA Toy Galleries

Toyark's NECA Toy Galleries
The Chosen Prime

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 6:34 PM.