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Talk about weird timing… With the news earlier today about the future of the DC Comics collector lines, let’s not forget that Mattel still has a year or so worth of figures to drop! Today I am running a set that’s recently dropped – the DC Multiverse Lobo Wave. This wave features Batman Beyond, Kingdom Come Superman, Kid Flash and Kyle Rayner Green Lantern, with the Collect N Connect being Lobo. The four primaries give you an alternate universe Justice League of sorts, with an alien bounty hunter as the big baddie, not a bad line up. All four are solid and feature above average articulation. The stand outs are Batman Beyond and KC Superman, they are executed well here. Lobo is also great. Articulation is a bit limited due to him being bulky, but sculpt, paint, and the metal chain weapon is top notch.

In addition to the latest mass market wave, we are also including shots of the exclusive Bizarro figure. This is a Walgreen’s exclusive in the States. He’s well done with a removable cape and alternate jacket and glasses included. He also comes packaged backwards, with the cape facing out, which is awesome.

All of these are available now at mass retail and online, hit your preferred spot to pick them up! Read on to check out over 100 HD images of the latest 6 figures from DC Multiverse, courtesy of Mattel!

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under Disney Toy News, Random Photo Shoot, Video Game Toy News

The original Tron finally gets its due from Diamond Select Toys with Kingdom Hearts Select Series 3 from Diamond Select Toys. There have been very few great Tron figures, or even worthwhile collectibles, over the years. So it’s great to see the classic versions of the characters, even though they’re based on a video game appearance. The third wave of figures is based on the Space Paranoids world from Kingdom Hearts II. In the game, Sora, Donald Duck and Goofy travel to the Grid and meet up with Tron and face off against the villainous Sark. DST brings a few of these guys together in two 2-packs. The sets include Tron and Sora, as well as Sark and Goofy.

The figures are in stores now. Each set retails for about $25. You can check out my gallery and thoughts after the jump.

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under Aliens and Predator Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

Hiya Toys has begun expanding their line of Aliens action figures beyond the Aliens: Colonial Marines video game. With their newest releases, they tackle two of the creatures from Alien: Covenant. The Covenant Xenomorph and the Neomorph are presented in 3.75″ scale. Each figure includes interchangeable parts and a figure stand. The figures are currently scheduled to ship out this quarter.

Our friends at Hiya Toys sent along the figures a little early, and we have an advanced look at both figures. After the jump, check out a photo gallery and review for the Hiya Toys Alien Covenant 3.75-Inch Scale Figures.

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under Aliens and Predator Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

At the end of Predator 2, after Mike Harrigan has killed the City Hunter Predator aboard his ship, a group of additional hunters uncloak. As the dead body of the City Hunter is dragged away, an Elder Predator known as Greyback stands before Harrigan and gifts him a Flintlock pistol as a sign of honor and respect, from warrior to warrior. The story of how the Predator came into possession of the pistol is covered in a short story by Dark Horse Comics, as part of an anthology book released in 1996. Predator: 1718 is an excellent short story, which adds some fun history to the briefly seen Predator.

The story follows pirate Captain Raphael Adolini just as mutiny breaks out after docking his ship. As he desperately fights off his former crew, a Predator emerges. Fighting back-to-back with the Captain to fend off the crew, one of whom calls him a Golden Angel. After the fight, the two face off, ready to battle. Before either can make a move, a shot is fired that strikes Adolini in the back. As he lay dying, he gifts his prized Flintlock pistol to Predator. As a sign of respect, the Predator buries Captain Adolini and leaves his own sword, knowing they were both deprived an honorable fight.

NECA is releasing a figure based on this story, with their Elder: The Golden Angel Ultimate Figure. Shipping out to retailers this week, the figure should be on shelves in a week or two. Our friends at NECA were kind enough to send an early sample along, and we have an exclusive in-hand photo gallery and review. Check it out after the jump.

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The newest release in the Crash Bandicoot line up from NECA is their Jet Pack Crash Bandicoot Deluxe 7″ Scale Figure. This release features Crash from the video game Crash: Warped, complete with new head sculpt and a removable jet backpack. This follows their original Crash Bandicoot standard figure, and the Deluxe Jetboard Crash. After this, they will be releasing a Scuba Gear Crash figure. At toy Fair 2019, we should hopefully get our first look at the expanded line up, which will include additional characters from the game series. The Jet Pack Crash is available in stores now. We grabbed the figure from sponsor entertainment Earth. Check out our photo shoot and some thoughts on the figure after the jump.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth Links: Jet Pack Crash, Scuba Crash, All Crash Bandicoot Items

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under Horror Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

When George A. Romero released Night of the Living Dead in 1968, he had no idea he would essentially be creating an entire genre centered out the dead rising from their graves. The film laid the groundwork for the rules of world where the dead rise. A bite is fatal, and causes the victim to become one of the living dead. The only way to stop them is to destroy the brain or burn the body until there is nothing left. Those rules have endured for decades. Though some stories will subvert those expectations, it only works because of the iconic film. And while Night of the Living Dead is considered by many to be the birth of the genre, it’s Romero’s follow up film that cemented his legacy as the “King of the Zombies”.

“When there’s no more room in HELL the dead will walk the EARTH”

Dawn of the Dead made it’s debut in Italy in September 1978, and opened in the U.S. in February 1979. It continues the story of a world unraveling as the dead rise and feast on the living. Two police offers, Roger and Peter, along with helicopter pilot Stephen and news producer Francine escape Philadelphia via a news copter. Looking for safe haven, they happen upon a massive new shopping mall in Monroeville, PA. Romero’s film ties in social commentary, personal drama, dark humor, and stomach churning gore to craft one of the greatest zombie film of all time.

Mezco Toyz has released an all-new figure set as part of their One:12 Collective line up. This set brings together two of the most memorable zombies from the Dawn of the Dead; the Plaid Shirt Zombie and the Stephen “Flyboy” Andrews Zombie. We picked up the set from sponsor Entertainment Earth. Read on to see my photo shoot and review of this set.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth Links: One:12 Dawn of the Dead Set, Dawn of the Dead Collectibles, All Mezco Horror

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DC Collectibles sent through their latest DC Comics Essentials figures – the Shazam / Black Adam 2 Pack! This set is perfectly timed with hype for the Shazam movie ramping up. This is not based on the movieverse though, it’s a classic comic representation of the characters. The set is bare bones, essential you might say (rimshot) – you get both Shazam and Black Adam, which are identical in mold other than the head sculpts. No extra hands or accessories are included. Each use the standard Essentials body style and articulation, very similar to most that have been released so far. Paint is well done, a highlight of the Essentials line. Nice and clean, head to toe, slightly matte in nature. The same line-wide articulation and execution issues are present – loose knees and ankles, tight chest. As are the “slightly longer than I’d like” arms. That being said, if you dug the previous Essentials releases, you know what you are getting here.

We’ve run the pair through a battle session, read on to check out some early looks at the 2 pack! This is due out in January 2019 and should be hitting retailers soon!

Make sure to check all our DC Essentials Galleries here!

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Series 18 of NECA‘s long running Predator toy line is in stores now! The newest wave features three characters inspired by Dark Horse Comics’ various Predator comics. From Predator: Life & Death you get Hornhead Predator, who pairs up perfectly with the Ultimate Ahab Predator, who was featured in the same series. Machiko Noguchi and the Broken Tusk Predator (aka Dachande) are featured in the classic Aliens vs Predator comic series, and look great with any of NECA’s Alien Xenomorph releases. We picked these figures up from sponsor Entertainment Earth. After the jump, check out over 65 high resolution images and my thoughts on the figures.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth Links: Predator Series 18, Bad Blood vs Enforcer, All NECA Predator

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There are enemies coming from far away. I need warriors. I’m building an alliance…. Justice League has come and gone, with Aquaman resetting the DCEU showing it has some promise for all us DC fans out there. One thing that was great about JL though – Tactical Suit Batman. The design was a a great modern look for Batman in today’s world, layering up his classic duds with armor galore. Oh, and some spiffy goggles too. Mezco Toyz recently released their version of him and it does not disappoint. A stocky base frame with well done layered armor, a well done cape and tons of accessories puts this one at the top of those released so far. The face sculpts, even though only the lower halves through the mask, are very well done, they capture Ben Affleck’s features perfectly. I’m not usually a fan of the open mouth versions Mezco does, but this one is better than previous attempts. Bottom line, this is a winner, he’s getting front and center display space on my shelves. We’ve run him through the motions to show off his capabilities, read on to check them out courtesy of Entertainment Earth, he’s in stock and shipping now!

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: All One:12 Figures, One:12 Tactical Batman, One:12 Catwoman, One:12 Soverign Knight, One:12 Joker

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With NECA’s second Ultimate Figure release in the Child’s Play line, Chucky gets a companion in Tiffany Valentine Ray. Based mostly on the Bride of Chucky film, this all-new 2-pack is packed with parts an accessories that should make movie fans an collectors quite pleased. The 2-pack includes a newly sculpted, and heavily battle damaged, Chucky figure with three interchangeable heads, swap out hands, and numerous accessories. The Tiffany figure is completely new, and includes three interchangeable head sculpts, a removable jacket, swap out arms, and her own slate of weapons and accessories. The Bride of Chucky Ultimate Chucky and Tiffany 2-Pack is starting to hit stores now, and it’s priced between $50 – $55 depending on where you order from.

Our friends at NECA provided us with a set. After the jump, check out a full photo shoot and review for the figures.

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