| Transformers Cybertron Convention in China |
 Hasbro is holding an official Transformers convention in Shanghai, China.
[Updated 7/30/2010]
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| Darth Talon, Hot Toy Michael Jackson, DC Direct at Urban-Collector |
 Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Star Wars Darth Talon min-bust, the Hot Toys Michael Jackson BAD figure, tons of DC Direct, and more.
[Updated 7/30/2010]
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| New York Comic Con Announces Artist Alley |
 The 2010 New York Comic Con has announced that they have a preliminary list of over 300 guests for their Artist Alley section.
[Updated 7/29/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of July 26 |
 Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 7/29/2010]
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| Inventory Clearance Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
 Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including a Hot Toys Bruce Lee, the Masterpiece Rodimus Prime, tons of new Hasbro Star Wars, and more.
[Updated 7/29/2010]
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| LEGO Universe Trading Card Game |
 Dire Wolf Digital will be releasing a trading card game based on the LEGO Universe online game.
[Updated 7/29/2010]
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| Pixar: 25 Years of Animation Exhibition |
 A new exhibition featuring Pixar creations is opening on July 31st at the Oakland Museum of California.
[Updated 7/29/2010]
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 The makers of Slinky and Etch A Sketch have teamed up to host a video contest. You can also vote for your favorite toy (of the toy) and be entered to win a prize.
[Updated 7/29/2010]
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| New Star Wars Preorders at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including more than fifty preorder listings for Hasbro Star Wars items, and more.
[Updated 7/29/2010]
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| Hasbro's Transformers Q&A July 2010 |
Answers from Hasbro to several questions about their Transformers product lines.
[Updated 7/27/2010]
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| 21 Inch FabriQee - Doink Series |
 Toy2R is taking the Qee into a new category: plush toys. First up? The Qee designs from Doink.
[Updated 7/27/2010]
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| Guinness World Records' Comic-Con Recap |
 The Editor-in-Chief of Guinness World Records was at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con to present several official Guinness World Records certificates.
[Updated 7/27/2010]
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| Star Trek: Khan Comic Launches with Exclusive Plush Doll |
 A new Star Trek comic book series is launching in October 2010, along with a plush doll available exclusively at local comic book shops.
[Updated 7/26/2010]
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| Yamato USA Extends Online Comic Con Deals |
Yamato USA has extended its "online comic con" deals through July 30th.
[Updated 7/26/2010]
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| JAKKS Pacific: Real Steel Movie Toys |
 JAKKS Pacific has the master toy license for the Real Steel movie starring Hugh Jackman.
[Updated 7/24/2010]
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| More Sneak Peeks from Yamato USA |
Yamato USA has released two new online sneak peeks of new Fantasy Figure Gallery sculptures.
[Updated 7/24/2010]
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| Marvel Bowen, DC Direct, 1:6 Enterbay at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Marvel statues from Bowen Designs, new action figures and statues from DC Direct, several 1:6 scale action figures from Enterbay, and more.
[Updated 7/24/2010]
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| MGA's Statement on Bratz Appeal Ruling |
 MGA Entertainment has released a statement concerning the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling on the Bratz/Mattel case.
[Updated 7/23/2010]
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| Fantasy Figure Gallery: Discovery (Boris Vallejo) |
 Yamato USA has released an online sneak peek of a new Fantasy Figure Gallery sculpture.
[Updated 7/23/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of July 19 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 7/23/2010]
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| 3000 Item Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including DC Direct Brightest Day action figures, the Transformers Crystal Classics Sons of Cybertron set, and more.
[Updated 7/23/2010]
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| Guinness World Records at Comic-Con 2010 |
 The Editor-in-Chief of Guinness World Records will be at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con to present several official Guinness World Records certificates.
[Updated 7/22/2010]
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| Contest: Transformers Autobot Prowl Mighty Muggs Special Edition Figure |
 Hasbro has sent us a Mighty Muggs to give away: enter by August 2nd to win the Prowl Mighty Muggs.
[Updated 7/22/2010]
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| Contest: Strawberry Shortcake Special Edition Doll |
 Hasbro has sent us a Strawberry Shortcake to give away: enter by August 2nd.
[Updated 7/22/2010]
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| Toy2R SDCC 2010 Product Directory |
 Toy2R has summarized which booths will be selling which of their products at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con.
[Updated 7/22/2010]
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| Yamato USA's Online Comic Con |
Yamato USA has several special events happening on their web site this week, including a contest and special sales.
[Updated 7/22/2010]
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| UGO Contest for SDCC Galactus |
UGO.com is giving away five SDCC-exclusive Galactus action figures on July 22nd.
[Updated 7/22/2010]
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| Toys'R'Us Comic-Con Exclusives |
 Toys'R'Us will be selling several exclusive toys at the Entertainment Earth booth during the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con. The items will also be available on the Toys'R'Us web site. (There are 16 pictures in the news item.)
[Updated 7/21/2010]
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| Adult Swim Comic-Con Exclusives |
 The Adult Swim Shop will have an exclusive poster and tshirt at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con, and will also be auctioning four art pieces by the creators of Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Metalocalypse, Robot Chicken, and The Venture Bros.
[Updated 7/21/2010]
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| Kotobukiya Booth Events at SDCC |
Kotobukiya has announced their booth plans for the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con, including an appearance by Stan Lee and prize drawings.
[Updated 7/21/2010]
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| Super Hero Squad Online at Comic-Con |
 Attendees of the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con can be the first to play the Super Hero Squad Online video game.
[Updated 7/21/2010]
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| Hasbro's 2010 SDCC Signings and Panels |
Hasbro has released their 2010 Comic-Con schedule for their panel discussions and for celebrity signings at their booth.
[Updated 7/21/2010]
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| Watch Joey Chestnut Eat at Comic-Con |
 On July 22, THQ and Major League Eating will be sponsoring a world record eating attempt in celebration of THQ's Red Faction: Armageddon.
[Updated 7/21/2010]
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| July 2010 Hasbro GI Joe Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to a few questions about their GI Joe product lines.
[Updated 7/20/2010]
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| Hasbro's 2010 San Diego Comic-Con Exclusives |
 Hasbro has released descriptions and images of their exclusive toys available at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con. (There are 30 images in the news item.)
[Updated 7/20/2010]
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| Twentieth Century Fox 2010 SDCC Exclusives |
 Twentieth Century Fox has a summary of several 2010 San Diego Comic-Con exclusive items based on their licenses: Avatar, the Simpsons, Predators, and Futurama.
[Updated 7/20/2010]
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| Skelanimals Qee Artist Series on Display During SDCC |
 Toy2R will be displaying the first series of their Skelanimals Qee Artist figures at the Skelanimals booth at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con.
[Updated 7/20/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
 The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 7/20/2010]
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| Hasbro Reports Q2 2010 Results |
Hasbro has reported their Second Quarter 2010 financial results, with net revenues down (but earnings up) over the same period in 2009.
[Updated 7/20/2010]
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| July 22: RTM Dinner at Comic-Con |
At the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con International, Raving Toy Maniac readers can gather for an informal dinner on Thursday night.
[Updated 7/20/2010]
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| Brightest Day Series 1 Action Figures |
 DC Direct is starting a new series of action figures, Brightest Day. Series One includes Aquaman, Green Arrow, Hawkgirl, and Deadman.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Superman/Batman: Apocalypse DVD Supergirl Maquette |
 DC Direct is releasing a maquette of Supergirl as she was seen in the Superman/Batman: Apocalypse DVD.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Ultimate Showdown: Green Lantern vs. Sinestro Statue Set |
 DC Direct is launching a new series of statues, starting with the Green Lantern and Sinestro.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Heroes of the DC Universe: Blackest Night Violet Lantern Star Sapphire Bust |
 DC Direct is adding Star Sapphire to their Blackest Night series of mini-busts.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| DC Universe Online Statue: Wonder Woman |
 DC Direct is adding Wonder Woman to their series of statues based on the DC Universe Online game.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Batman Black & White Statue: the Joker by Lee Bermejo |
 DC Direct is adding a new version of the Joker to their wildly popular Batman Black and White statue series.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Donna Troy as Wonder Girl Variant PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is adding a new version of Donna Troy to their Ame-Comi Heroine series of figures.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Superman vs. Brainiac Statue |
 DC Direct is releasing a new statue of Superman fighting Brainiac.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| DC Universe Online Statue: Green Arrow |
 DC Direct is adding Green Arrow to their series of statues based on the DC Universe Online game.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Supergirl (v.1) Black Suit Variant PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is adding a new version of Supergirl to their Ame-Comi Heroine series of figures.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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 DC Direct is releasing poster based on the cover art from Fables issue 100.
[Updated 7/19/2010]
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| Berserker Predator, Michael Jackson, Gentle Giant Star Wars at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Michael Jackson collectibles, the Hot Toys Berserker Predator 1:6 action figure, new Star Wars busts and maquettes from Gentle Giant, and more.
[Updated 7/17/2010]
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| Mattel Booth & Panels at Comic-Con |
 Mattel has summarized their booth activities and discussion panel schedule for the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con.
[Updated 7/17/2010]
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| LEGO at San Diego Comic-Con |
 LEGO has announced their schedule and booth description for the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con.
[Updated 7/17/2010]
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| Mattel Reports Q2 2010 Results |
Mattel has reported their Second Quarter 2010 financial results, with Toy Story 3 helping sales.
[Updated 7/17/2010]
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| AT-AT, GI Joe Resolute, Bioshock, Twilight Eclipse at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including oodles of Transformers, the GI Joe Resolute box set, the Star Wars AT-AT, Bioshock action figures, Twilight Eclipse action figures, and more.
[Updated 7/17/2010]
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| July 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 7/16/2010]
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| NYCC Announces Celebrity Guests |
The 2010 New York Comic Con has announced several new celebrity actor guests - Christopher Judge, James Marsters, Katee Sackhoff, and Ian Whyte.
[Updated 7/16/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of July 12 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 7/16/2010]
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| Reissue Predaking at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the newly-announced Reissue Predaking.
[Updated 7/16/2010]
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| Playmates Toys: Michael Jackson Collectibles |
 Playmates Toys is releasing 10-inch versions of Michael Jackson, starting with the Billie Jean and Thriller outfits. (The press release does not call them dolls or action figures, but collectibles. Accurate enough, but a bit vague.)
[Updated 7/15/2010]
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| Skelanimals Qee Prelaunch Figure |
 Toy2R is releasing a glow-in-the-dark ChungKee, a chase variant of one of their Skelanimals Qee figures, to be available at the San Diego Comic-Con.
[Updated 7/15/2010]
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| Nickelodeon at Comic-Con 2010 |
 Nickelodeon has released a summary of their San Diego Comic-Con activities, a description of their booth space, and a listing of their exclusive items (and freebies) that they will have for sale at the convention.
[Updated 7/15/2010]
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| New York Comic Con Adds Art & Design Pavilion |
The 2010 New York Comic Con has added a new pavilion for "Art, Design, Collectible Toys, Pop-Tech, and Fashion."
[Updated 7/15/2010]
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| Star Wars AT-AT Charity Auction |
Two of Hasbro's AT-AT vehicles are up for auction, with the proceeds to benefit children's charities.
[Updated 7/15/2010]
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Yamato USA has announced their plans for the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con, including ways that people who aren't attending can also participate.
[Updated 7/14/2010]
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| Aug 6-8: Steel City Comic Con |
The 2010 Steel City Comic Con will be held in Pittsburgh on August 6-8, 2010, with a nifty addition to the goodie bags - a $25 Sideshow gift card for the first 1,000 attendees to purchase a 3-day pass.
[Updated 7/13/2010]
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| July 18: Canadian 80s Toy Expo |
 The 2010 Canadian 80s Toy Expo will be held on July 18th in Toronto, Ontario.
[Updated 7/11/2010]
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| Huckleberry Toys at Comic-Con |
 Huckleberry Toys has announced their plans for the 2010 Comic-Con, including exclusive giclees and skateboard decks, as well as a panel with Sid & Marty Krofft.
[Updated 7/10/2010]
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| Spectre Toys at Comic-Con & Dark Shadows Festival |
 Spectre Toys will be bringing "Dark Shadows" action figures to two conventions this July.
[Updated 7/10/2010]
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| NFL Rush Zone Show for Kids |
 Nickelodeon and the National Football League are teaming up to create a new animated series aimed at kids.
[Updated 7/10/2010]
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| 2010 Transformers, Iron Man 2, Predators at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including oodles of Transformers, Iron Man 2 action figures, the Sideshow GI Joe - Zartan vs. Flint statue, and more.
[Updated 7/10/2010]
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| Outer Space Men Comic Con Exclusives |
 The Four Horsemen have announced their 2010 San Diego Comic Con exclusive action figures - two sets of Outer Space Men.
[Updated 7/10/2010]
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| July 16: See Stan Lee in Los Angeles |
 Stan Lee will be appearing at a Barnes & Noble in Los Angeles on July 16 to promote volume 2 of Ultimo.
[Updated 7/10/2010]
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| NYCC Annouces First Round of Guests |
The 2010 New York Comic Con has announced its first round of comic guest appearances, including Adam Hughes, Steve McNiven, Steve Epting, Bob Layton and Greg Pak.
[Updated 7/10/2010]
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| Bioshock, Marvel Minimates, Jonah Hex, Ezio, DCUC 15 at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Bioshock action figures, Marvel Minimates, the Assassins Creed Ezio 1/6 scale figure from Hot Toys, a 1/6 scale Jonah Hex action figure, and more.
[Updated 7/09/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of July 5 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 7/09/2010]
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| NYCC & NYAF: Special Ticket Packages |
The 2010 New York Comic Con and New York Anime Festival have announced special ticket packages, allowing extra access or special perks beyond normal tickets to the conventions.
[Updated 7/08/2010]
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| Transformers 2010, SW Kubricks DX, GI Joe 2010 Mech Suits, Galactus at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including NECA's Predators action figures, Transformers and GI Joe items for 2010, the Star Wars Kubricks DX figures, and more.
[Updated 7/08/2010]
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| Qee Designer Collection Series 6 Now Shipping |
 Toy2R is now shipping their sixth series of designer Qee figures.
[Updated 7/07/2010]
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| Fantasy Figure Gallery: Black Tinkerbell |
Yamato USA is now taking preorders for the Fantasy Figure Gallery: Black Tinkerbell PVC statue.
[Updated 7/07/2010]
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| Qee Designer Collection Series 6 - Doink, DrilOne, & Mewshaw |
 Toy2R is showing three more designs from their sixth series of designer Qee figures.
[Updated 7/07/2010]
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| Green Hornet Mini-Mezitz with Black Beauty |
 Mezco is releasing a set of Mini-Mezitz featuring the Green Hornet, Kato, and Black Beauty.
[Updated 7/02/2010]
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| Stormtrooper Statue, DC Cover Girls Black Canary, Toy Story Kubricks at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Toy Story Kubricks, the Stormtrooper statue from Gentle Giant, DC Direct's Black Canary Cover Girls statue, and more.
[Updated 7/02/2010]
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| CustomCon 26 Entry Deadline: July 5 |
 CustomCon 26 has been announced for August 2010.
[Updated 7/01/2010]
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| Dynamic Forces: Signed Red Sonja Comic Contest |
 Dynamic Forces has launched a new contest - the prize is a comic book signed by Jon Romita Sr.
[Updated 7/01/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of June 28 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 7/01/2010]
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| Fourth of July Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including several Transformers Masterpiece items, new Revoltech Sci-Fi figures, Marvel Minimates, DC Universe Classics, and more.
[Updated 7/01/2010]
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| July 23: Marvel Toys at McDonald's |
 Starting July 23rd, McDonald's Happy Meals will include Marvel action figures as the premium items.
[Updated 7/01/2010]
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| Exclusive Transformers G1 Seacons at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has an exclusive Transformers set arriving later this summer, the G1 Seacons who can combine to form Piranacon.
[Updated 6/30/2010]
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| Hasbro's Marvel Q&A June 2010 |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Marvel product lines.
[Updated 6/28/2010]
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| June 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Round 2) |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 6/28/2010]
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| DreamWorks Revives Good Luck Trolls |
 DreamWorks Animation has teamed with Dam Things to feature the Good Luck Trolls in several projects, including an animated feature film.
[Updated 6/25/2010]
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| June 26: Jinxed DIY Qee Custom Event |
 The DIY QEE Custom event kicks off in Philadelphia on June 26th.
[Updated 6/25/2010]
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| Street Fighter IV Survival Mode, Bowen Gladiator, Hot Toys T-1000 at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Street Fighter IV Survival Mode action figures, The Hot Toys T-1000 action figure, Bowen's Gladiator statue, and more.
[Updated 6/25/2010]
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| CustomCon 26 Entry Deadline: July 5 |
CustomCon 26 has been announced for August 2010.
[Updated 6/25/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of June 21 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 6/25/2010]
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| TRON: Legacy Toys & Electronics |
 Disney has announced much of their product line for TRON: Legacy, including action figures and electronic goods. (There are 16 pictures in the news item.)
[Updated 6/23/2010]
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| Sandtrooper Corporal, Mech Test Tony Stark, Lt. Aldo Raine at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the 12-inch Sandtrooper Corporal action figure, a Mech Test Tony Stark action figure, a figure of Lt. Aldo Raine from Inglourious Basterds, and more.
[Updated 6/23/2010]
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| Qee Designer Collection Series 6 - Cameron Tiede & Peskimo |
 Toy2R has released images of two more of their Qee figures in their Qee Designer Collection Series 6.
[Updated 6/23/2010]
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| Hotel Metropole Yoshi Qee |
 Toy2R has teamed with the Yoshi restaurant in the Hotel Metropole to create two new Qee figures.
[Updated 6/23/2010]
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| Mezco - Warriors Warehouse Find |
 Mezco has done a bit of cleaning and found several sets of Warriors action figures, now available for sale in their online store.
[Updated 6/23/2010]
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| June 26 & 27: BotCon in Orlando |
The 2010 BotCon (the Official Transformers Fan & Collectors' Convention) will be held in Orlando, Florida, on June 26 and 27.
[Updated 6/23/2010]
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| Outer Space Men Test Shot Pictures |
 The Four Horsemen have sent out pictures of the 'test shot' pieces of their upcoming Outer Space Men action figures.
[Updated 6/21/2010]
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| CustomCon 26 Entry Deadline: July 5 |
CustomCon 26 has been announced for August 2010.
[Updated 6/20/2010]
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| Kotobukiya's Avengers Reborn Iron Man, Batman Arkham Asylum Series 2 at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Kotobukiya's Avengers Reborn Iron Man statue, DC Direct items such as the Batman Arkham Asylum Series 2 action figures, and more.
[Updated 6/18/2010]
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| Mezco Unleashes New Living Dead Doll: Nohell |
 Mezco is releasing a festively holiday-themed Living Dead Doll.
[Updated 6/18/2010]
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| Mezco: 12-inch Leatherface |
 Mezco Toyz is releasing a 12-inch Leatherface action figure as part of their Cinema of Fear line.
[Updated 6/18/2010]
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| PETA Appeals to Sanrio/Hello Kitty |
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is hoping to team with Sanrio to have Hello Kitty star in a PETA campaign.
[Updated 6/18/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of June 14 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 6/18/2010]
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| Inventory Clearance Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including their new Thundercats Exclusive Bengali statue, Marvel Minimates, JLU action figures, and more.
[Updated 6/18/2010]
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| Diamond/Previews 2010 SDCC Exclusives |
 Diamond's Previews has announced nine exclusive items available at the 2010 San Diego Comic Con International, including comic books, Minimates, a Bearbrick, and more.
[Updated 6/17/2010]
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| Batman & Joker 6inch Mez-Itz Two Pack |
 The Batman and Joke Mez-Itz two-pack is now available to pre-order directly from Mezco Toyz.
[Updated 6/17/2010]
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| Jun Planning USA SDCC 2010 Exclusive |
 Jun Planning USA is bringing an exclusive Vampire Pullip Doll to the 2010 San Diego Comic Con International convention.
[Updated 6/17/2010]
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| Fantasy Figure Gallery: The Touch of Ice |
Yamato USA has announced that the "Fantasy Figure Gallery: The Touch of Ice" is now shipping.
[Updated 6/17/2010]
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 The kindly BotCon folks have let us know about their Twitter contest.
[Updated 6/17/2010]
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| Toys'R'Us Christmas Savers Club |
 Toys'R'Us will give you a "bonus" (interest) on money you put on their Christmas Savers Club card (a gift card for yourself, it sounds like) to spend "on or after October 31, 2010."
[Updated 6/17/2010]
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| GI Joe Collector's Club Adventure Team Sets |
 The 2010 GI Joe Collector's Club Adventure Team Sets are now available through the official club web site.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Thundercats Lion-O Resin Mini Statue (Regular Edition) |
 Icon Heroes has released new images of their upcoming Thundercats Lion-O statue.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| GreenLight's 1:18 Black Bandit Series |
 GreenLight is releasing a new diecast series for Summer 2010 - the 1:18 Black Bandit Series.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Exclusive Bengali Statue at Big Bad Toy Store |
 Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com will be carrying an exclusive Thundercats statue.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Batman: Arkham Asylum Series 2 Action Figures |
 DC Direct is releasing a second batch of Batman: Arkham Asylum action figures, including Poison Ivy, Bane, Armored Batman, and Zsasz.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Jesse Quick as the Flash PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is adding Jesse Quick (as the Flash) to their popular Ame-Comi PVC figure series.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| All-Star Superman Action Figure Collector Set |
 DC Direct is releasing a two-pack of action figures, featuring Superman and Bizarro.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Duela Dent as the Joker PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is adding Duela Dent (as the Joker) to their popular Ame-Comi PVC figure series.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Women of the DC Universe Series 3: Poison Ivy Bust |
 DC Direct is adding Poison Ivy to their popular Women of the DC Universe bust series.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| All-Star Batman & Robin Mini Statue |
 DC Direct has announced a small-scale statue of Batman and Robin.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Heroes of the DC Universe: Blackest Night: Black Hand Bust |
 DC Direct has announced a second piece in their new series of mini-busts: characters from the Blackest Night comic book storyline.
[Updated 6/15/2010]
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| Minimates Carry Case, DC Direct, Sandtrooper Corporal at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including DC Direct items, the Minimates Carry Case, the Star Wars Sandtrooper Corporal 12-inch figure, and more.
[Updated 6/11/2010]
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| Toys For Tots & Toy Story 3 Toy Drive |
 The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is holding a summer toy drive in 24 cities in conjunction with the Toy Story 3 movie.
[Updated 6/11/2010]
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| Stan Lee at 2010 New York Comic Con |
Stan Lee is to be the "Spotlight" Guest of Honor at the 2010 New York Comic Con in October.
[Updated 6/11/2010]
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| US Toy Fair & Engage Expo to Co-Locate in 2011 |
The American International Toy Fair and the Engage! Conference and Expo will again "co-locate" for their 2011 shows.
[Updated 6/11/2010]
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| 15% Off Sale, SW Build-a-Droid, Halo, Iron Man 2 Minimates at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including many new Transformers, Iron Man 2 Minimates, the first 2010 wave of Star Wars Build-a-Droid action figures, and more.
[Updated 6/11/2010]
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| Hasbro's Transformers Q&A June 2010 |
Answers from Hasbro to several questions about their Transformers product lines.
[Updated 6/11/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of June 7 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 6/11/2010]
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| July 18: Anne Rice Doll Auction |
 On July 18, Theriault's will be holding a doll auction which will include many antique dolls belonging to author Anne Rice.
[Updated 6/09/2010]
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| Mattel at 2010 Licensing Show |
A summary from Mattel about their brands at the 2010 International Licensing Expo in Las Vegas.
[Updated 6/09/2010]
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| Mega Bloks: Henson's Dinosaur Train |
 MEGA Brands has signed a deal with the Jim Henson Company to create construction toy sets (Mega Bloks) based on the Dinosaur Train.
[Updated 6/09/2010]
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| Hasbro at 2010 Licensing Show |
A summary from Hasbro about their brands at the 2010 International Licensing Expo in Las Vegas.
[Updated 6/09/2010]
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| Jim Henson Company Launches Official Store |
The Jim Henson Company has launched an online store featuring many of your favorite Henson characters.
[Updated 6/09/2010]
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 The Zhu Zhu Pets have taken on new roles as ninja warriors and special forces for 2010.
[Updated 6/09/2010]
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| 1:64 Hot Pursuit Series 3 |
 GreenLight Toys is releasing a third series of police vehicles based on actual police department cars.
[Updated 6/09/2010]
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| Mezco: Green Hornet 1/6 Scale Figures |
 Mezco is releasing two 12-inch action figures based on the Green Hornet movie.
[Updated 6/08/2010]
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| Transformers: War for Cybertron Gift with Purchase |
 If you buy the upcoming Transformers video game at K-Mart or Sears, you will get a free comic book.
[Updated 6/08/2010]
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| Skelanimals Artist Qee Collection |
 Toy2R has released the designs for the first series of the figures in the Skelanimals Artist Qee Collection.
[Updated 6/08/2010]
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 Mezco Toyz is releasing a 6-inch Mez-Itz figure of the puppet from the Saw movies.
[Updated 6/08/2010]
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 Toy2R has announced a third Target-exclusive Qee available online at the Target company store.
[Updated 6/08/2010]
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| Mezco: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Plush |
 Mezco Toys is releasing two plush toys based on the "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" movie.
[Updated 6/08/2010]
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| SW Death Trooper Mini Bust at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the new Death Trooper bust from Gentle Giant.
[Updated 6/05/2010]
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| Mattel's Green Lantern & DC Super Heroes |
A summary press release from Warner Bros. about Mattel's master toy license for DC characters, including DC Super Friends, Young Justice, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, and the Green Lantern movie.
[Updated 6/05/2010]
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| McDonald's Recalls Shrek Drinking Glasses |
 McDonald's is recalling "about 12 million" drinking glasses from their Shrek movie promotion due to a risk of cadmium exposure.
[Updated 6/05/2010]
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| Gentle Giant Star Wars, Bowen Sandman, Marvel Select Juggernaut at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Gentle Giant Star Wars items, a Sandman statue from Bowen, the Marvel Select Juggernaut action figure, and more.
[Updated 6/04/2010]
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| June 11: Mezco's Summer Exclusive Pre-Orders |
 Mezco's exclusive items for Summer 2010 (Comic-Con International) will be available for pre-ordering on June 11th.
[Updated 6/04/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of May 31 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 6/03/2010]
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| Bandai Signs ThunderCats Toy License |
 Bandai has signed the global master toy license for the new ThunderCats animated series, with plans for toys to "complement the classic brand property."
[Updated 6/03/2010]
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| K'NEX: Nintendo Building Toys |
 In 2011, K'NEX will be releasing building toy sets based on Nintendo's Mario Cart Wii video game.
[Updated 6/03/2010]
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| July 22: RTM Dinner at Comic-Con |
At the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con International, Raving Toy Maniac readers can gather for an informal dinner on Thursday night.
[Updated 6/03/2010]
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| RTM-exclusive Raavia and Shield of Draumm Figures |
 An update on ordering the RTM-exclusive action figures, along with where to buy the 'scratch and dent' versions.
[Updated 6/02/2010]
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| New GI Joe & Transformers at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including many new New GI Joe figures and vehicles, Transformers, and more.
[Updated 6/02/2010]
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| Sideshow's Comic-Con Exclusive Pre-Orders |
 Sideshow Collectibles has a schedule for when you can pre-order each of their 2010 Comic-Con exclusive items.
[Updated 6/02/2010]
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| June 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 6/02/2010]
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| Vintage Series Star Wars, Bruce Wayne, Doctor Who at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the 2010 Vintage Series 02 Star Wars action figures, Doctor Who action figures, the Return of Bruce Wayne action figures, and more.
[Updated 6/02/2010]
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| Toy Story 3 Exclusives at TRU |
 Toys'R'Us stores are carrying several exclusive Toy Story 3 toys and will be featuring them in "dedicated boutiques" at the front of the stores.
[Updated 6/02/2010]
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| Mezco to Create DC Mez-Itz |
 Mezco Toyz will be adding DC Comics characters to its universe of 6-inch Mez-Itz vinyl figures.
[Updated 6/02/2010]
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| Four Horsemen Update: Comic Con, FanEx |
 The Four Horsemen have released an update on their appearances at the 2010 San Diego Comic Con International, their FANtastic Exclusive projects, a new web site, and more.
[Updated 5/28/2010]
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| LEGO Beach Party in Schaumburg |
 The LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Schaumburg is having a 3-day beach party from May 29 to 31, 2010.
[Updated 5/28/2010]
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| Hasbro: Transformers & Star Wars Promotions |
Hasbro has sent out information about two new promotions for Transformers and Star Wars toys.
[Updated 5/28/2010]
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| Uni Formz Flash, Gremlins Statues, NFL Legends 6, Bruce Lee at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including NFL Legends series 6 action figures, the DC Direct Uni Formz Flash figures, Gremlins statues, a Bruce Lee lifesize bust, and more.
[Updated 5/28/2010]
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| 2010 Hess Mini Fire Truck |
The 2010 Hess miniature truck is a smaller version of the 2000 Hess holiday fire truck.
[Updated 5/28/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of May 24 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 5/28/2010]
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| CustomCon 26 Entry Deadline: July 5 |
CustomCon 26 has been announced for August 2010.
[Updated 5/27/2010]
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| Target: Toy Story 3 Exclusives |
Target is carrying several exclusive Toy Story 3 items, including a seven piece set of "Andy's Toys."
[Updated 5/27/2010]
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| 15% Off Sale, DCUC 13, A-Team at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including A-Team movie action figures, DC Universe Classics series 13, and more.
[Updated 5/26/2010]
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| JAKKS Pacific at UFC Fan Expo |
 JAKKS Pacific will be at the 2nd UFC Fan Expo, with an exclusive Kimbo Slice action figure.
[Updated 5/26/2010]
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| Hasbro's Marvel Q&A May 2010 (Round Two) |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Marvel product lines.
[Updated 5/26/2010]
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| DC Direct, Marvel Select Juggernaut & Iron Man, Stark Expo Minimates, Jonah Hex at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Iron Man Stark Expo Minimates, tons of new DC Direct, the Marvel Select Juggernaut and Iron Man 2 action figures, and more.
[Updated 5/21/2010]
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| May 2010 Hasbro GI Joe Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to a few questions about their GI Joe product lines.
[Updated 5/21/2010]
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| Macross Sale, DCUC 15, Disney Statues at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new DC Direct, DC Universe Classics series 15, statues of Disney characters, and more.
[Updated 5/20/2010]
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| BotCon 2010 Registration Goes Live |
 The 2010 Transformers Collectors' Convention (BotCon) will be held June 24 to 27, and now has online registration available.
[Updated 5/20/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of May 17 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 5/20/2010]
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| May 22: Star Wars Marathon on Spike |
 Spike TV is marking the 30th anniversary of the Empire Strikes Back with a Star Wars movie marathon on May 22nd.
[Updated 5/20/2010]
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| Transformers & GI Joe Comics on the iPad |
Hasbro and IDW Publishing are releasing Transformers and GI Joe comic books as apps on the iPad.
[Updated 5/20/2010]
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| Bandai to Continue Power Rangers Toys |
There's been a bit of movement lately with the Power Rangers rights, but Bandai America is staying on as the master toy licensee.
[Updated 5/20/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| Batman: Arkham Asylum Series 1 Action Figures |
 DC Direct has announced a new series of Batman action figures.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Mini-Figures Series 1 |
 DC Direct has translated their Ame-Comi ladies into a new smaller size.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| Heroes of the DC Universe: Blackest Night Green Lantern Hal Jordan Bust |
 DC Direct has announced a new series mini-busts: characters from the Blackest Night comic book storyline.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| Batman Black & White Statue: Batman by Tony Daniel |
 DC Direct has announced another statue in their wildly popular Batman Black & White series.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| Blackest Night Portfolio Set #1 |
 DC Direct has announced a set of prints of the cover art from the Blackest Night comic books.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| Cover Girls of the DC Universe: Supergirl Statue |
 DC Direct has announced another statue in their wildly popular Batman Black & White series.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| Killzone Series 1 Action Figures |
DC Direct has announced a batch of action figures based on Killzone.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| 2.5" Qee Designer Collection Series 6 |
 Toy2R is releasing their sixth series of blind-boxed designer Qee figures in June 2010.
[Updated 5/17/2010]
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| America's Greatest Otaku and TOKYOPOP Tour |
 Tokyopop is taking to the road this summer to find who is "America's Greatest Otaku."
[Updated 5/15/2010]
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| Win Star Wars Celebration V Tickets |
Check specially marked Star Wars toys for a chance to win tickets to the 2010 Celebration event in Orlando.
[Updated 5/15/2010]
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| "What Will Your Phone Look Like?" Contest |
 Gentle Giant Studios is part of a contest for artists to submit designs that could be on the back of the Motorola VE440 phone.
[Updated 5/15/2010]
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| August 6-8: Steel City Con |
The Steel City Con will be held AUgust 6 to 8, 2010, with Jake Lloyd attending as one of the guests.
[Updated 5/15/2010]
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| Boomer & Athena, Nick Fury ID, Bruce Lee, Black Widow, Iron Man at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including several new prop replicas, a lifesize bust of Bruce Lee, the Battlestar Galactica Boomer & Athena two-pack, and more.
[Updated 5/14/2010]
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| Hasbro's Marvel Q&A May 2010 |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Marvel product lines.
[Updated 5/14/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of May 10 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 5/13/2010]
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| DCUC 16, Captain Rex, Doctor Who, Power Rangers at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new DC pre-orders from Mattel, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the 12-inch Captain Rex from Sideshow, and more.
[Updated 5/12/2010]
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| New Mattel Pre-Orders at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of items available for pre-ordering, including several new product lines from Mattel.
[Updated 5/12/2010]
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| Yamato USA Shipping Update |
Yamato USA has two new pieces shipping in May 2010... SIF EX: Odin Sphere - Velvet and Daishogun - Kiriko, Ninja Costume.
[Updated 5/11/2010]
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| Transformers Hall of Fame |
Hasbro has announced the first batch of inductees to their Transformers Hall of Fame.
[Updated 5/11/2010]
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| Doctor Who Tonner Dolls, Dr. Horrible, Bowen at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including tons of new Marvel items from Bowen Designs, Doctor Who Tonner Dolls, a Dr. Horrible Maquette, and more.
[Updated 5/07/2010]
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| Team Building at Schaumburg LEGOLAND Discovery Center |
The Schaumburg LEGOLAND Discovery Center is now taking entries for its youth baseball and hockey team "building" competition.
[Updated 5/06/2010]
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| Kohl's-Exclusive Toy Story Books & Plush |
Kohl's is offering Toy Story books and plush toys for five dollars to help raide funds for their Cares for Kids program.
[Updated 5/06/2010]
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| The Netherlands Attempts Highest LEGO Tower Record |
In June, a town in the Netherlands will attempt to create the world's highest LEGO tower.
[Updated 5/06/2010]
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| Star Wars Starring You: Cast Yourself in the Empire Strikes Back |
 Lucasfilm and JibJab are letting you be a part of the Empire Strikes Back action!
[Updated 5/05/2010]
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Several Hot Wheels cars are now available as Fatheads wall graphics.
[Updated 5/05/2010]
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| Transformers, NHL, Toy Story 3, Sweetums at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including a slew of new Transformers for 2010, Team Canada NHL SportsPicks, Toy Story 3 toys, the Sweetums figure from the Muppet Show, and more.
[Updated 5/05/2010]
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| Twitter Your Way to Iron Man 2 Goodies |
USA Weekend is holding a contest with Iron Man 2 action figures and toys as the prizes.
[Updated 5/04/2010]
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| Qeeology 2.5 Student Edition - Exhibit Add-On |
 The Toy2R 15th Anniversary World Tour is making a stop in Lincoln, Nebraska, on May 7th. This stop on the tour will feature additional display: Qee figures customized by 8th grade art students!
[Updated 5/04/2010]
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| Living Dead Dolls Series 19: Children Of The Night Variant Editions |
 Mezco is releasing a set of variant versions of their series 19 Living Dead Dolls, including a special character not found in the regular set.
[Updated 5/04/2010]
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| May 7: Qeeology 2.5 Exhibit |
 The Toy2R 15th Anniversary World Tour is making a stop in Lincoln, Nebraska, on May 7th.
[Updated 5/04/2010]
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| Transformers Hall of Fame Update |
All this week, Hasbro is announcing the nominees for the Transformers Hall of Fame voting.
[Updated 5/04/2010]
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| RTM-exclusive Raavia and Shield of Draumm Figures |
An update on ordering the RTM-exclusive action figures, along with where to buy the 'scratch and dent' versions.
[Updated 5/04/2010]
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| CustomCon 26 Entry Deadline: July 5 |
CustomCon 26 has been announced for August 2010.
[Updated 5/04/2010]
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| Four Horsemen: The Outer Space Men |
 The Four Horsemen are relaunching "The Outer Space Men" action figures.
[Updated 5/01/2010]
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| New Hasbro Items at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including 150+ new listings for Hasbro items (Transformers, GI Joe, Star Wars) available for pre-order, and more.
[Updated 5/01/2010]
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| GI Joe Day in Rhode Island |
 The Governor of Rhode Island has declared a "GI Joe Day" to kick off the 2010 GI Joe convention.
[Updated 4/30/2010]
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| Transformers Origins Story Novel |
 Summer 2010 will see the release of "Transformers: Exodus" - a novel that covers the origin story of the Transformers.
[Updated 4/30/2010]
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| Gentle Giant Freddy Krueger, Halo Minimates, Marvel Bowen at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including tons of new Marvel items from Bowen Designs, Halo Minimates, two Freddy Krueger pieces from Gentle Giant, and more.
[Updated 4/30/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 26 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 4/29/2010]
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| April 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Round Two) |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 4/28/2010]
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| GI Joe Resolute, Halo Minimates, Doctor Who at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including oodles of Transformers, GI Joe Resolute action figures, Halo Minimates, Doctor Who action figures, and more.
[Updated 4/28/2010]
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| Dynamic Forces: NMBC Paperweight Contest |
Dynamic Forces has launched a new contest - the prize is a Nightmare Before Christmas Decorative Resin Paperweight.
[Updated 4/23/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 19 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 4/23/2010]
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| Hot Toys Iron Man Mark IV, DC Direct, Gentle Giant SW at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including tons of new Star Wars, the 1:6 Hot Toys Iron Man Mark IV action figure, and more.
[Updated 4/23/2010]
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| April 25: Canadian Collectible Toy Expo |
The Canadian Collectible Toy Expo is April 25th in Ontario.
[Updated 4/21/2010]
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| Toy2R 8" Designer Qee 2010 Collection - Garcia, Kaiser & Niark1 |
 Toy2R has unveiled new 8-inch Qee figures in their Designer Collection.
[Updated 4/21/2010]
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| Darkchylde 'Ariel' Statue |
 Pop Culture Shock Collectibles is releasing a statue based on Darkchylde.
[Updated 4/21/2010]
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| 15% Off Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including oodles of DC Direct, Sweetums from the Muppet Show, Transformers Animated Japanese figures, Iron Man 2 exclusive Minimates, and more.
[Updated 4/21/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 4/20/2010]
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| Hasbro Reports Q1 2010 Results |
Hasbro has reported their First Quarter 2010 financial results, with net revenues up over the same period in 2009.
[Updated 4/20/2010]
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| Blackest Night Series 8 Action Figures |
 DC Direct has announced a eighth series of Blackest Night action figures, including Black Lantern Black Flash, Orange Lantern Lex Luthor, Indigo Tribe The Atom, and Sinestro Corps Member Scarecrow.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| DC Comics' 75th Anniversary Super Deluxe Kubrick Set |
 DC Direct has announced that they are importing a set of Kubrick figures with new decos to mark the 75th anniversary of DC Comics.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| Blackest Night Series 7 Action Figures |
DC Direct has announced a seventh series of Blackest Night action figures, including Red Lantern Mera, Sinestro Corps Member Arkillo, Black Lantern Superman, and Black Lantern Terra with Scar.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| Women of the DC Universe Series 3: Star Sapphire Bust |
 DC Direct has announced that Star Sapphire will be joining the Women of the DC Universe bust series.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| Batman (Justice) 1:6 Scale Deluxe Collector Figure |
 DC Direct has announced a 1:6 scale deluxe action figure based on the Alex Ross Justice comic series.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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 DC Direct has announced a fourth batch of Blammoids! figures, including Martian Manhunter, Hawkman, Brainiac, The Flash, Zoom, and Etrigan the Demon.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| DC Universe Online Statue: Green Lantern |
DC Direct has announced another DC Universe Online statue.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| True Blood: Tru Blood Beverage Label Neon Sign |
 DC Direct is releasing a neon sign based on the beverage of choice from True Blood.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| DC Universe Online Statue: Superman |
DC Direct has announced another DC Universe Online statue.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| True Blood: True Love Sookie & Bill Statue |
DC Direct is planning a statue based on True Blood's Sookie and Bill.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| Ratchet & Clank Future Action Figures |
DC Direct has announced action figures based on Ratchet and Clank.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| 501st Legion Clone Trooper, Lightsaber Chopsticks, Bioshock, Hot Toys Perseus at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including tons of new Star Wars (statues, 12-inch figures, chopsticks), Bioshock action figures, the 1:6 Hot Toys Perseus action figure and more.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| CustomCon 26 Entry Deadline: July 5 |
CustomCon 26 has been announced for August 2010.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| Mattel Reports Q1 2010 Results |
Mattel has reported their First Quarter 2010 financial results, with sales up.
[Updated 4/19/2010]
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| Hot Toys Iron Man Mark IV, Doctor Who, NFL Sportspicks at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new NFL Sportspicks, another Iron Man version from Hot Toys, Doctor Who action figures and prop replicas, and more.
[Updated 4/16/2010]
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| Reed Buys Singapore Toy, Games & Comic Convention |
Reed Exhibitions has acquired the Singapore Toy, Games & Comic Convention.
[Updated 4/16/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 12 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 4/16/2010]
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| Bioshock, Jonah Hex, Iron Man Super Deformed Statue, Bettie Page at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including tons of new DC Direct, a Bettie Page statue, Bioshock action figures, Jonah Hex action figures, an Iron Man super deformed statue, and more.
[Updated 4/09/2010]
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 The fifth day of CustomCon 25 is now online.
[Updated 4/09/2010]
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| April 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 4/09/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 5 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 4/09/2010]
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| UFC Deluxe Figure 2-Packs Wave 1 |
 JAKKS Pacific has released new pictures of their first batch of UFC deluxe action figure two-packs.
[Updated 4/08/2010]
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| UFC Deluxe Figures Wave 4 |
 JAKKS Pacific has released new pictures of their fourth wave of UFC deluxe action figures.
[Updated 4/08/2010]
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| UFC Deluxe Figures Wave 3 |
 JAKKS Pacific has released new pictures of their third wave of UFC deluxe action figures.
[Updated 4/08/2010]
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| UFC Micro Figures 2-Pack Wave 1 |
 JAKKS Pacific has released new pictures of their UFC Micro Figures.
[Updated 4/08/2010]
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| UFC Electronic Reaction Octagon Playset |
 JAKKS Pacific has released new pictures of their UFC Octagon playset.
[Updated 4/08/2010]
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| UFC Championship Belts Wave 2 |
 JAKKS Pacific has released new pictures of their UFC Championship Belts.
[Updated 4/08/2010]
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The fourth day of CustomCon 25 is now online.
[Updated 4/07/2010]
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| Yamato: Dreamrush's Where the Wild Things Are |
Yamato USA is releasing a variety of Dreamrush items based on Where the Wild Things Are - keychains, piggy banks, stickers, and more.
[Updated 4/07/2010]
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The third day of CustomCon 25 is now online.
[Updated 4/07/2010]
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The second day of CustomCon 25 is now online.
[Updated 4/05/2010]
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| Spring Clearance Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new t-shirts, Star Wars Comic 2-packs, Iron Man 2 action figures, the Hot Toys 1/6 Perseus action figure, and more.
[Updated 4/05/2010]
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The first day of CustomCon 25 is now online.
[Updated 4/05/2010]
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| Disney Launches Pook-A-Looz |
 Disney is launching Pook-A-Looz, a new line of plush toys and accessories based on popular Disney characters.
[Updated 4/03/2010]
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| Jonah Hex, Dexter, Marvel Select Magneto, Whiplash at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including tons of new DC Direct, the Marvel Select Magneto action figure, a Whiplash figure from the Hot Toys Iron Man 2 series, a Dexter bust, and more.
[Updated 4/02/2010]
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| March 2010 Hasbro GI Joe Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to a few questions about their GI Joe product lines.
[Updated 4/01/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 29 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 4/01/2010]
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| Hasbro's Transformers Q&A March 2010 |
Answers from Hasbro to several questions about their Transformers product lines.
[Updated 4/01/2010]
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| Marvel Universe, the Mummy, Universal Monsters Minimates at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Marvel Universe action figures an exclusive Ultra Magnus, a Mummy action figure from Diamond Select, the Marvel Select Magneto figure, Universal Monsters Minimates, and more.
[Updated 3/31/2010]
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| Hasbro's Marvel Q&A March 2010 |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Marvel product lines.
[Updated 3/30/2010]
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| Guile Street Fighter Statue |
 Pop Culture Shock Collectibles will be releasing two versions of a Street Fighter Guile statue.
[Updated 3/30/2010]
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| Rivet Gallery - Toy2R 15th Anniversary World Tour - Baby Qee Edition |
 On April 3rd, in Columbus, Ohio, you can visit the Rivet Gallery to see an exhibition of custom Qee action figures.
[Updated 3/30/2010]
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| Mezco's Kick-Ass Movie Figures |
 Mezco has announced that their Kick-Ass action figures are now available for pre-order from your favorite action figure retailers.
[Updated 3/29/2010]
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| Hasbro Transformers Hall of Fame |
Hasbro is creating a Transformers Hall of Fame, with one of the first entrants to be voted on by fans.
[Updated 3/29/2010]
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| Two Contests on RTM - Enter by April 2 |
 Hasbro has sent us a pair of toys to give away: a Moon Knight action figure and a Star Wars "make your own" lightsaber kit.
[Updated 3/28/2010]
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| Tonner Dolls, LDD Book, DC Direct at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including tons of new DC Direct, several Tonner Dolls (including Alice and Powergirl), the Living Dead Dolls book, and more.
[Updated 3/26/2010]
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| Pop Culture Shock: Thundercats Statues |
 Pop Culture Shock Collectibles will be releasing 1:4 scale statues based on the Thundercats.
[Updated 3/26/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 22 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 3/25/2010]
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| Skelanimals x Qee 2.5" Artist Series Collection |
 Toy2R is teaming with Skelanimals to release a new artist series of Qee figures in a blind box assortment.
[Updated 3/25/2010]
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| K'NEX Adds Roary The Racing Car |
K'NEX will be releasing Roary The Racing Car building sets in Fall 2011.
[Updated 3/24/2010]
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| Hot Toys Whiplash, LDD 20, Bioshock 2, DC Direct at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Hot Toys Iron Man 2 Whiplash 1:6 action figure, Living Dead Dolls series 20, Bioshock 2 action figures, tons of DC Direct, and more.
[Updated 3/23/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Jonah Hex (Movie): Jonah Hex Bust |
 DC Direct has announced a mini-bust of Jonah Hex from the upcoming movie.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Jonah Hex (Movie): Leila Hex Bust |
 DC Direct has announced a mini-bust of Leila Hex from the upcoming Jonah Hex movie.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Jonah Hex (Movie): Jonah Hex 1:6 Scale Deluxe Collector Figure |
 DC Direct has announced a deluxe collector figure of Jonah Hex from the upcoming movie.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Batman: Under the Red Hood DVD Red Hood Maquette |
 DC Direct has announced a maquette of Red Hood from the animated DVD.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Blackest Night Series 6 Action Figures |
 DC Direct has announced a sixth series of Blackest Night action figures. This batch includes Hal Jordan, Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, and the Flash.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| DC Chronicles: Green Lantern Statue |
 DC Direct has announced that the Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) is joining the DC Chronicles statue lineup.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| DC Chronicles: The Flash Statue |
 DC Direct has announced that the Flash is joining the DC Chronicles statue lineup.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Cover Girls of the DC Universe: Batgirl Statue |
 DC Direct has announced that Batgirl is joining the Cover Girls of the DC Universe statue lineup.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Gotham City Stories: Part 4: Harley Quinn vs. Robin |
 DC Direct has announced a fourth part to their Gotham City Stories wall statues.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| The Joker 1:4 Scale Museum Quality Statue |
 DC Direct is planning a high-end statue of the Joker.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| DC Dynamics: Supergirl Statue |
 DC Direct is adding Supergirl to their DC Dynamics statue series.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Artemis PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is adding Artemis to their Ame-Comi Heroine figure series.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Catwoman (V.1) Purple Suit Variant PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is re-releasing a popular Catwoman figure with a new paint scheme.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Superman vs. Muhammad Ali Statue |
 DC Direct is releasing a Superman statue based on Neal Adams art and also featuring Muhammad Ali.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| DC Universe Online Statue: Batman |
 DC Direct is releasing a Batman statue based on Jim Lee's art.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| DC Universe Online Statue: Catwoman |
 DC Direct is releasing a Catwoman statue based on Jim Lee's art.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| World of Warcraft Deluxe Collector Figure: the Lich King: Arthas Menethil |
 DC Direct is releasing a new deluxe collector action figure in their popular World of Warcraft product line.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| God of War Series 1 Action Figures |
DC Direct is releasing action figures based on the God of War III video game. The first batch includes Hercules, Zeus, Kratos, and Hades.
[Updated 3/22/2010]
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| Even More New Hasbro Transformers Images |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of Transformers action figures. (There are 25 images on the page.)
[Updated 3/21/2010]
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| New Hasbro Transformers Images |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of Transformers action figures. (There are 23 images on the page.)
[Updated 3/21/2010]
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| Spider-Man Action Figure Images |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of Spider-Man action figures. (There are 21 images on the page.)
[Updated 3/21/2010]
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| Marvel Universe Action Figure Images |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of Marvel Universe action figures.
[Updated 3/21/2010]
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| LEGO Clutch Powers in 4D in Schaumburg |
The LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Schaumburg, Illinois, is launching a 10-minute ride themed on their Clutch Powers character.
[Updated 3/20/2010]
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| Hot Toys War Machine & Iron Man, Bowen, 1:6 Star Trek at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including statues from Bowen Designs, the Hot Toys War Machine and Iron Man Mark IV 1/6 scale figures, new 1:6 Star Trek action figures, and more.
[Updated 3/19/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 15 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 3/19/2010]
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| March 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 3/18/2010]
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 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of Star Wars toys.
[Updated 3/18/2010]
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| Star Wars Transformers Crossovers |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of Star Wars Transformers Crossovers.
[Updated 3/18/2010]
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| Super Hero Squad Iron Man Sets |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of their Super Hero Squad Iron Man movie sets. (There are 16 pictures on this page.)
[Updated 3/18/2010]
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| Marvel Secret Wars Action Figures |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of their Secret Wars action figures. (There are 25 pictures on this page.)
[Updated 3/18/2010]
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| Marvel Universe Iron Man Action Figure |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of the Marvel Universe Iron Man action figure.
[Updated 3/17/2010]
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| Marvel Universe Transformers Crossovers |
 Hasbro has released a batch of new images, including these pictures of Marvel Universe Transformers Crossovers.
[Updated 3/17/2010]
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| 15% Off Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Hot Toys Iron Man 2 War Machine 1:6 action figure and 1:4 scale Iron Man Mark IV bust, a Thundercats Mumm-Ra statue, and more.
[Updated 3/16/2010]
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Hasbro has sent us a pair of toys to give away: a Moon Knight action figure and a Star Wars "make your own" lightsaber kit.
[Updated 3/15/2010]
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| RTM-exclusive Raavia and Shield of Draumm Figures |
An update on ordering the RTM-exclusive action figures, along with where to buy the 'scratch and dent' versions.
[Updated 3/15/2010]
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| GI Joe Adventure Team 3-3/4 Figures |
 The official GI Joe Collectors' Club will be offering a set of 3.75-inch Adventure Team action figures.
[Updated 3/13/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 8 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 3/13/2010]
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| JLA Classified, Superman New Krypton, Michael Jackson Thriller, Lion-O at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including oodles of DC Direct action figures, statues from Bowen Designs, the Hot Toys Michael Jackson Thriller 1/6 scale figure, a Thundercats Lion-O statue, and more.
[Updated 3/13/2010]
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| Mad Men Barbie Collector Dolls |
 Mattel is releasing four Barbie collector dolls based on the Mad Men television show.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| SDCC Exclusive Sgt. Slaughter Figure |
 Hasbro has released pictures and details of their G.I. Joe 2010 Comic-Con Exclusive 3.75-inch Sgt. Slaughter action figure.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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 Mattel is releasing a new batch of Barbies to go with their new DVD release of "Barbie in a Mermaid Tale."
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| $3 SuperStar Barbie Until March 13 |
 Mattel is unveiling a modernized version of their 1997 SuperStar Barbie, and from March 6 to March 13, you can pick her up for $3 in stores.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| Toy2R salutes DIY Artists |
 Toy2R unveils three new custom Qee figures.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| IKEA's Soft Toys Raise $35 Million for Charity |
 For two months every year, IKEA's soft toy sales raise money for UNICEF and Save the Children.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| SOTA Opens Pre-Orders on Dagon Statue |
SOTA Toys is now taking pre-orders for their next SOTA Nightmares statue, Dagon from H.P. Lovecraft.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| Mindlogic Donates Board Game Profits |
Mindlogic is donating 10% of its 2010 board game sales to Haiti disaster relief.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| Max Brooks Joins GI Joe Comics |
 Max Brooks is writing the next GI Joe comic book mini-series.
[Updated 3/10/2010]
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| Masterpiece Ghost Starscream, Venture Bros., DCUC, Doctor Who at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Masterpiece Ghost Starscream, Venture Bros. action figures, several Doctor Who action figures, DCUC series 15, and more.
[Updated 3/05/2010]
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| Sony's Fan Faire 2010: August 5-8 |
Sony Online Entertainment has announced the dates for their Fan Faire 2010 in Las Vegas - August 5 to 8.
[Updated 3/05/2010]
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| LEGO Video Games Continue Through 2016 |
LEGO Systems and TT Games Publishing have extended their video game relationship through 2016.
[Updated 3/05/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 1 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 3/05/2010]
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| Halo, Ghostbusters Minimates, Marvel Select Spider-Man at YouBuyNow.com |
 Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Marvel Minimates, Ghostbusters Minimates, the Halo 3 Red Spartan Version 2 vinyl figure, a new Marvel Select Spider-Man, and more.
[Updated 3/05/2010]
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| CustomCon 25 Reminder: Enter by March 8 |
CustomCon 25 will be held from April 5 to 9, 2010, with an entry deadline of March 8.
[Updated 2/24/2010]
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| Dynamic Forces: The Crow Bust Contest |
Dynamic Forces has launched a new contest - the prize is a resin bust of The Crow.
[Updated 2/24/2010]
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| Marvel Universe, Secret Wars, Halo: Reach, Marvel Minimates at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Halo: Reach toys, Marvel Universe action figures, Secret Wars two-packs, Marvel Minimates, and more.
[Updated 2/23/2010]
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| Happiness for Haiti Qee Bear |
 Toy2R is releasing a special edition 2.5-inch Qee bear figure to raise funds for the Red Cross relief efforts in Haiti.
[Updated 2/22/2010]
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| SOTA: Juri Statue, Nightmares Statues |
SOTA Toys has announced several new products for 2010, including a few pieces in their Nightmares series, along with a Street Fighter Juri statue.
[Updated 2/22/2010]
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| February 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Part Two) |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 2/22/2010]
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| Bowen Psylocke, Death & Sandman, Lilo & Stitch, Tonner Dr. Who at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Dr. Who Tonner dolls, Twilight Tonner dolls, Lilo & Stitch statues, a new Psylocke statue from Bowen Designs, DC Direct's Death statue and The Sandman statue, and more.
[Updated 2/19/2010]
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The Toy Industry Association has announced the results of their 2010 "Toy of the Year" awards.
[Updated 2/19/2010]
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| Blizzard Donates $1.1M to Make-A-Wish |
 Blizzard Entertainment has donated $1.1 Million to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, raised through sales of an in-game pet in World of Warcraft.
[Updated 2/19/2010]
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| Blackest Night, Leoben & Starbuck, Conan, Zentraedi Tactical Battlepod at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Blackest Night action figures, the Battlestar Galactica Leoben and Starbuck two-pack, NECA's Conan Temple of the Serpent Action Figure, and more.
[Updated 2/19/2010]
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| US LEGO Sales Up 31% in 2009 |
The North American division of LEGO saw sales in the US rise 31% in 2009 over 2008.
[Updated 2/19/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of February 15 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 2/19/2010]
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| Marvel Bishoujo, DC Direct, Iron Man Fine Art Statue at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Iron Man 2 1:6 scale Iron Man Mark IV fine art statue, tons of DC Direct preorders, two new Marvel Bishoujo statues, and more.
[Updated 2/19/2010]
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| New Book: LEVEL UP! The Guide To Great Video Game Design |
 A familiar name around the forum has authored a new book!
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Spin Master: How to Train Your Dragon |
 Spin Master is creating a Walmart exclusive toy line based on the "How to Train Your Dragon" movie.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Ben 10 Ultimate Alien Toys |
Bandai America has released a summary of their Ben 10 toys for 2010.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Superman: New Krypton Series 1 Action Figures |
 DC Direct is kicking off a new series of Superman action figures. The first batch includes Mon-El, Superman, Superwoman, and Brainiac.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| JLA Classified: Classic Series 3 Action Figures |
 DC Direct is releasing a third batch of JLA Classified: Classic action figures, including Zoom, Superman (Red), Hal Jordan Green Lantern, and The Atom.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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 DC Direct is releasing a smaller version of their 2005 statue of Supergirl as designed by Michael Turner.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Women of the DC Universe Series 3: Power Girl Bust |
 DC Direct is adding Power Girl to their third series of Women of the DC Universe mini-busts.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Superman/Batman: Supergirl Action Figure Collector Set |
 DC Direct is releasing a Superman and Supergirl action figure two-pack.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| DC Chronicles: Death Statue & The Sandman Statue |
 DC Direct is adding The Sandman and Death to their DC Chronicles statue series.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Star Sapphire PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is adding Star Sapphire to their Ame-Comi Heroine PVC figure series.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Cover Girls of the DC Universe Poker Set |
 DC Direct is planning a new poker set, this one featuring art by Adam Hughes.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Ame-Comi Heroine Series: Jade PVC Figure |
 DC Direct is adding Jade to their Ame-Comi Heroine PVC figure series.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Batman Black & White Statue: Man-Bat by Neal Adams |
 DC Direct is releasing Man-Bat as part of their popular Batman Black and White statue series.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Michael Keaton as Batman Statue |
DC Direct is releasing a statue depicting Michael Keaton as Batman.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| Heroes of the DC Universe Series 2: Etrigan the Demon Bust |
 DC Direct is adding Etrigan the Demon to the Heroes of the DC Universe mini-bust series.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| JLA Trophy Room: Sinestro Power Battery Prop Replica |
 DC Direct is releasing a Sinestro Power Battery (with ring) in their JLA Trophy Room prop replica series.
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| World of Warcraft Series 7 & Premium Series 3 |
DC Direct is releasing two more batches of World of Warcraft action figures in October 2010: Series 7 (Worgen Spy: Garm Whitefang, Human Paladin: Judge Malthred, and Orc Rogue: Garona) and Premium Series 3 (Orc Warrior: Garrosh Hellscream and Troll Hunter: Taz'Dingo).
[Updated 2/17/2010]
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| CustomCon 25 Reminder: Enter by March 8 |
CustomCon 25 will be held from April 5 to 9, 2010, with an entry deadline of March 8.
[Updated 2/15/2010]
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| Hasbro's Toy Story 3 Toys & Games |
Hasbro is releasing several items for Toy Story 3, including a gaggle of Potato Heads and board games.
[Updated 2/14/2010]
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| 2010 Weebles: Marvel, Transformers |
Hasbro's 2010 plans for their Weebles toys include Transformers Weebles, as well as Weebles based on Spider-Man, Hulk, and Iron Man.
[Updated 2/14/2010]
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| Mighty Morphin Power Rangers at Toy Fair |
Bandai has released a summary of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers toys they will show at the 2010 Toy Fair.
[Updated 2/13/2010]
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| LEGO Launches 10 Board Games |
For 2010, LEGO is bringing their "Premium Constructible Board Games" to the United States.
[Updated 2/13/2010]
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| Getting Started: Complete Comic Illustration Kit |
 Faber-Castell is releasing a new kit to help you learn to draw comics, with artist pens and watercolor pencils, along with other art supplies.
[Updated 2/13/2010]
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| LEGO Harry Potter Continues |
LEGO is again making Harry Potter sets (and a board game and a video game!) for 2010.
[Updated 2/13/2010]
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| Mighty Beanz Return in 2010 |
 Spin Master Toys is re-launching Mighty Beanz for 2010.
[Updated 2/13/2010]
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| LEGO Toy Fair 2010 Highlights |
LEGO has summarized the highlights of their new products to be debuted at the 2010 American International Toy Fair, including board games and new Harry Potter sets.
[Updated 2/13/2010]
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| 10% Off Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Hot Toys Sarah Connor, Avatar busts, the Living Dead Dolls in Wonderland Book, and more.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| Toy Pavilion & Kid's Day at NYCC |
New York Comic Con has teamed with TimetoPlayMag.com to sponsor a toy pavilion at the 2010 event in October.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| JAKKS Pacific Toy Fair 2010 Highlights |
JAKKS Pacific has summarized the highlights of their new products to be debuted at the 2010 American International Toy Fair, including UFC action figures, TNA action figures, and oodles of Disney items.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| Avatar, Akuma, Perseus, Coruscant Guard, Batman Mad Love at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Avatar mini busts, a Street fighter Akuma bust, the Clash of the Titans Perseus action figure, a Star Wars Coruscant Guard Maquette, and more.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| Mattel Toy Fair 2010 Highlights |
 Mattel has summarized the highlights of their new products to be debuted at the 2010 American International Toy Fair, including WWE action figures and the Dance Star Mickey Mouse.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| Living Dead Doll Twisted Love Valentine's Day Sale |
 Mezco is offering a coupon code for 20% off their Twisted Love set of Living Dead Dolls.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| BRATZ Anniversary Edition Dolls |
 MGA has announced a 10th anniversary series of Bratz dolls, due to be released in August 2010. This series will feature ten new characters.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of February 8 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 2/12/2010]
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| Mattel Reports 2009 Financial Results |
 Mattel has reported their Fourth Quarter 2009 and Full-Year 2009 financial results.
[Updated 2/11/2010]
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| Play-Doh 2010 Includes Sesame Street |
Hasbro has announced their plans for Play-Doh for 2010, including several Sesame Street sets.
[Updated 2/11/2010]
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| Hasbro Reports 2009 Financial Results |
Hasbro has reported their Fourth Quarter 2009 and Full-Year 2009 financial results.
[Updated 2/11/2010]
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| Fisher-Price: Thomas & Friends |
 Fisher-Price is launching their line of Thomas & Friends toys in 2010.
[Updated 2/11/2010]
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| Hasbro Launches SCRABBLE FLASH |
 Hasbro is launching a new version of SCRABBLE for one player (or more) in 2010.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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 A new board game redefines "winning" as you try to collect the most debt in order to recieve a bailout and win the game.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| Toy2R x o.d.m. Qee Collection |
 Toy2R and O.D.M. are pairing to create Qee-themed watches and O.D.M.-themed Qee figures.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars |
LucasArts and TT Games are back for a third installment of the LEGO Star Wars video game.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| Yamato USA: February 2010 Preorders |
Yamato USA has two new figures available for preorder: Creators' Labo #024: Tsukasa Bullet - Compact Hog and Story! Image! Figure! EX: Sumaga - Oki Kiki, Demonized.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| Stan Lee Comics: Super Seven |
A Squared Entertainment and Archie Comics are pairing with POW! Entertainment and Stan Lee to create "Stan Lee Comics" - the first title ("Super Seven") will launch in Fall 2010 as a comic book and an animated series.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| Fantasy Figure Gallery: Monica's Axe |
The new Fantasy Figure Gallery: Monica's Axe PVC statue is now shipping from Yamato USA.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| Secret Wars, JLA Classified Classic, Clash of the Titans at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Clash of the Titans Perseus action figure, Marvel Secret Wars action figures, JLA Classified Classics series two action figures, Blackest Night action figures, and more.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| Yamato USA: Shipping February 2010 |
An update from Yamato USA about which toys are shipping this month: Creators' Labo #022: Tsukasa Bullet - Sound Pretty and Project Dynamite #002: Naked Star, Baby Blue.
[Updated 2/10/2010]
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| RTM-exclusive Raavia and Shield of Draumm Figures |
An update on ordering the RTM-exclusive action figures, along with where to buy the 'scratch and dent' versions.
[Updated 2/05/2010]
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| FansProject, Clash of the Titans, Ms. Marvel, Living Dead Dolls at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new Living Dead Dolls, many new Tonner dolls, Clash of the Titans action figures, a Ms. Marvel premium format figure, two new add-on sets from FansProject, and more.
[Updated 2/05/2010]
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| Feb 14: UGLYDOLL Signing at FAO Schwarz |
 The FAO Schwarz Fifth Avenue location will be host to a signing by UGLYDOLL creator David Horvath on February 14, 2010.
[Updated 2/05/2010]
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| 2010 Barbie Collector Advisory Panel |
 Mattel is now taking applications for their 2010 Collector Advisory Panel for Barbie collectors.
[Updated 2/05/2010]
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| Elektra, Electro, Bioshock, T-800, BSG Tigh & Gaeta at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Battlestar Galactica Tigh & Gaeta action figure two-pack, the Hot Toys battle-damaged T-800 figure, an Elektra comiquette, an Electro statue, and more.
[Updated 2/05/2010]
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| Hasbro Toy Fair 2010 Summary |
Hasbro has summarized the highlights of their new products to be debuted at the 2010 American International Toy Fair, including the Star Wars AT-AT vehicle.
[Updated 2/04/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of February 1 |
Here's a quick summary of what toys and child-related items have been recalled in the past week or so.
[Updated 2/04/2010]
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| MONOPOLY Introduces Round Game Board |
 For the 75th anniversary of MONOPOLY, the game gets a new shape and even a few sound effects.
[Updated 2/04/2010]
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| CustomCon 25 Reminder: Enter by March 8 |
CustomCon 25 will be held from April 5 to 9, 2010, with an entry deadline of March 8.
[Updated 2/03/2010]
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| Star Wars Toys Tops Again in 2009 |
The NPD Group has released numbers for 2009, with Star Wars once again claiming the top as number one licensed toy and number one boys toys property.
[Updated 2/03/2010]
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| February 2010 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to two questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 2/03/2010]
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| Bif Bang Pow! '70s Style Action Figures |
Bif Bang Pow! has announced a big new batch of licenses for their 8-inch action figures that they are making with EMCE Toys.
[Updated 2/02/2010]
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| Living Dead Dolls in Wonderland Cheshire Cat |
 Mezco Toyz is releasing two different versions of the Chesire Cat in their Living Dead Dolls in Wonderland series.
[Updated 2/02/2010]
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| Skelanimals x Qee 2.5" Artist Series Collection |
 Toy2R will be releasing a new series of 2.5-inch Qee figures, this one with a Skelanimals theme.
[Updated 2/02/2010]
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| Join the N.E.S.T Global Alliance |
Hasbro is kicking off a new promotion for its Transformers toys, with stickers you collect to mail off for a special edition Ravage figure.
[Updated 2/02/2010]
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| All-Go! Toys 1:18 WWII Aircraft |
All-Go! Toys is releasing 1:18 scale World War II fighter aircraft.
[Updated 1/30/2010]
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| Blackest Night Toon Tumblers, Iron Man 2, Sci-Fi Revoltech at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new DC Direct action figures and collectibles, Iron Man 2 movie figures, Blackest Night Toon Tumblers, Sci-Fi Revoltech, and more.
[Updated 1/30/2010]
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| Hasbro: Beyblade Metal Fusion |
Hasbro is bringing back the Beyblade battling tops for 2010.
[Updated 1/30/2010]
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| LEGO Atlantis Fantasy Camp |
If you are planning a trip to the Bahamas this summer, go in July, when the Atlantis resort will be holding LEGO summer camps.
[Updated 1/29/2010]
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| Alice in Wonderland, DC Direct, John Connor Final Battle at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Alice in Wonderland UDF figures, DC Chronicles Wonder Woman, DCU Origins series 2 action figures, the Hot Toys John Connor Final Battle figure, the Living Dead Dolls Beetlejuice, and more.
[Updated 1/29/2010]
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| Playmates Toys: Shrek Forever After |
 Playmates Toys will be releasing toys based on the upcoming fourth Shrek movie.
[Updated 1/29/2010]
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| Custom Qee Auction for Haiti |
 The Exhibition Vinyl Cph in Copenhagen was an exhibit of custom 16-inch Qee figures - the figures are now being auctioned to raise funds for the Red Cross and their relief efforts in Haiti.
[Updated 1/29/2010]
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| Dynamic Forces Charity Auction |
 Dynamic Forces is hosting a charity auction to benefit handicapped children - the item in question is your inclusion in a comic book.
[Updated 1/29/2010]
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| Bear Buckets Club Donates Toys to Haiti |
 The Bear Buckets Club is donating 2,000 new toys to Haiti earthquake relief efforts - the toys come in packaging that has other helpful uses.
[Updated 1/29/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of January 25 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 1/28/2010]
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| Iron Man 2 Toys Blast into Stores |
Hasbro has summarized their product lines for the Iron Man 2 movie toys.
[Updated 1/27/2010]
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| 2.5" Elemental Qee Series from Toy2R |
 Toy2R is planning a new series of 2.5-inch Qee figures based on nature.
[Updated 1/26/2010]
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| Toy2R: Big Plans for 2010 |
 Toy2R has a new web site for their USA presence, with a new webstore, custom galleries, and a blog section for news about upcoming products and licenses.
[Updated 1/26/2010]
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| Hot Toys Brad Pitt, Marvel Minimates, Slave Leia Maquette at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new Marvel Minimates, the Inglorious Bastards Alton Raine (Brad Pitt) from Hot Toys, a Slave Leia maquette, tons of DC Direct, and more.
[Updated 1/22/2010]
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| Diamond Select: Iron Man 2 Minimates |
 Diamond Select Toys has unveiled their Iron Man 2 movie Minimates.
[Updated 1/22/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 1/22/2010]
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| Mezco Donates The Wolfman Figures to Museum of the Moving Image |
 Mezco has donated two more prototype action figures to the Museum of the Moving Image.
[Updated 1/22/2010]
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| SOTA Toys: Lightning Blanka Charity Auction |
SOTA Toys will be holding a charity auction to raise funds for the Red Cross and Haiti.
[Updated 1/22/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of January 18 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 1/22/2010]
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| Animated Slave Leia, Hot Toys Brad Pitt, DC Direct at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including new DC Direct action figures and collectibles, an aminated-version maquette of Slave Leia, the Hot Toys 1:6 scale Brad Pitt as Lt. Aldo Raine, and more.
[Updated 1/22/2010]
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| DC Origins Series 2 Action Figure Two-Packs |
 DC Direct is planning a second series of two-packs of modern characters paired with their early incarnations. This series includes Wonder Woman, Superman, the Green Lantern, and the Flash.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Heroes of the DC Universe: Sinestro Bust |
 DC Direct is adding Sinestro to the Heroes of the DC Universe mini-bust series.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Green Lantern: Golden Age 1:6 Scale Deluxe Collector Figure |
 DC Direct is adding the Golden Age Green Lantern (Alan Scott) to their series of 1:6 scale collector figures.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Michael Keaton as Batman Bust |
 DC Direct brings another onscreen Batman to your display shelf!
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| DC Chronicles: Wonder Woman Statue |
 DC Direct adds Wonder Woman to the DC Chronicles statue series.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Cover Girls of the DC Universe: Poison Ivy Statue |
 DC Direct is adding Poison Ivy to their series of "cover girls" from DC comic books.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| DC Dynamics: Green Lantern Statue |
 DC Direct is adding the Green Lantern to the DC Dynamics statue series.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| JLA Trophy Room: Wonder Woman Tiara, Bracelets and Lasso Prop Replica |
 DC Direct is planning a prop replica set based on Wonder Woman: tiara, bracelets, and lasso.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Batman Black & White Statue: Batman Arkham Asylum |
 DC Direct is releasing another in their popular series of monochromatic Batman busts.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Blackest Night Re-Stock Action Figure Assortment #1 |
 DC Direct is re-releasing several action figures from the first two series of Blackest Night figures: Indigo, Red Lantern Atrocitus, Black Lantern Earth-2 Superman, and Blue Lantern Saint Walker.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Dragon Age Series 1 Action Figures |
DC Direct is planning action figures based on the Dragon Age game: Duncan, Genlock, Loghain, and Morrigan.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| Soles4Souls Collecting Shoes for Haiti |
Shoe Carnival and Soles4Souls are partnering to collect shoes (and funds for other items) to send to Haiti for the relief effort.
[Updated 1/19/2010]
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| CustomCon 25: Enter by March 8 |
CustomCon 25 will be held from April 5 to 9, 2010, with an entry deadline of March 8.
[Updated 1/18/2010]
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| January 2010 Hasbro GI Joe Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their GI Joe product lines.
[Updated 1/16/2010]
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| Hasbro Marvel Secret Wars 2-Pack Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Marvel Secret Wars 2-Packs of action figures.
[Updated 1/14/2010]
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| Hasbro 3.75-inch Spider-Man Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Spider-Man action figures.
[Updated 1/14/2010]
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| Bioshock, Hot Toys T-800 & Michael Jackson Thriller at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Bioshock action figures, the Terminator T-800 from Hot Toys, the Hot Toys Michael Jackson Thriller action figure, the Hellboy Tooth Fairy maquette, and more.
[Updated 1/14/2010]
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| TRU Children's Fund Donates for Haitian Relief |
The Toys'R'Us Children's Fund has made a donation of $150,000 to Save the Children for Haitian relief efforts after the earthquake.
[Updated 1/14/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of January 11 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 1/14/2010]
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| Winter Clearance Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including WWE action figures from Mattel, Marvel Minimates, Bioshock series 2 action figures, and more.
[Updated 1/13/2010]
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| Bif Bang Pow!: Venture Bros. Toys |
Bif Bang Pow! will be releasing action figures, bobbleheads, and vehicles based on the Venture Bros. cartoon.
[Updated 1/08/2010]
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| LEGO: The Adventures of Clutch Powers DVD |
A new LEGO movie is coming to DVD on February 23, 2010 - LEGO: The Adventures of Clutch Powers.
[Updated 1/08/2010]
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| JAKKS: MONSUNO TV Series & Toys |
JAKKS Pacific is developing a new animated televsion series, with toys to follow.
[Updated 1/08/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of January 4 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 1/08/2010]
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| 27 Hasbro Transformers Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Transformers action figures. (There are 27 images on the news page.)
[Updated 1/07/2010]
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| Six New Hasbro Marvel Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Super Hero Squad and Spider-Man action figures.
[Updated 1/07/2010]
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| MOTU Art Show in Los Angeles |
Mattel and Gallery 1988 in Los Angeles are holding a Masters of the Universe art show from January 8 to 29.
[Updated 1/07/2010]
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| Mattel Launches WWE Toy Line |
In 2010, Mattel is launching a toy line based on the World Wrestling Entertainment wrestlers, aiming the action figures at kids and collectors.
[Updated 1/07/2010]
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| Vote Now for the Power Up Video Challenge |
It's time to vote in Bandai America Incorporated's Power Rangers "Power Up Video Challenge."
[Updated 1/06/2010]
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| Ghost Starscream, WWE Mattel, Hot Toys T-800 at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including WWE action figures from Mattel, the Hot Toys "Terminator 2" T-800 action figure, a Masterpiece Ghost Starscream, new Power Rangers, and more.
[Updated 1/05/2010]
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| Michael Jackson Figures and Dolls from Playmates |
 Playmates Toys has signed a license to allow them to release action figures and dolls based on Michael Jackson.
[Updated 1/05/2010]
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| RTM Tiger and Hippo Updates |
A short update on ordering the RTM-exclusive action figures, along with where to buy the 'scratch and dent' versions.
[Updated 1/04/2010]
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| DC Direct Shipping Schedule |
The schedule of release dates for DC Direct products. Not an update, just a listing of the dates as they appeared in the original solicitations for the products.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Blackest Night Series 5 Action Figures |
 DC Direct is releasing fifth series of action figures based on the Blackest Night storyline. This batch includes Black Lantern versions of Batman, Nekron, Hawkman, and Deadman.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Blackest Night Sinestro Corps Member Mongul Deluxe Action Figure |
 DC Direct is releasing a deluxe action figure version of Mongul as seen in Blackest Night.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman Bust |
 DC Direct is releasing a mini-bust of Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Christopher Reeve as Superman Bust |
 DC Direct is releasing a mini-bust of Christopher Reeve as Superman.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Women of the DC Universe Series 3: Catwoman Bust |
 DC Direct is adding Catwoman to their third batch of Women of the DC Universe busts.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Green Lantern 1:2 Scale Bust |
 DC Direct is adding Hal Jordan to their 1:2 scale bust series.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Gotham City Stories: Part 3: The Joker |
 DC Direct is releasing the third part to a multi-part wall display of Batman characters.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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 DC Direct is releasing a mini-bust of the Fables comic book version of the Big Bad Wolf.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Blackest Night Power Ring Spectrum Set |
 DC Direct has announced a set of light-up rings based on the rings from Blackest Night.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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 DC Direct is releasing a mini-bust of the Fables comic book version of Snow White.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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 DC Direct is releasing a poster of the cover of the Blackest Night #2 comic book.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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 DC Direct is releasing a poster of the cover of the Blackest Night #1 comic book.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Batman: The Dark Crusader Mini Statue |
 DC Direct is releasing a small version of a popular Batman statue.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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 DC Direct is releasing a third series of the Blammoids mini-figures: Two-Face, Cyborg, Wildcat, Robin, Catwoman, and Classic Batman.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Superman Forever #1 Mini Statue |
 DC Direct is releasing a small version of a popular Superman statue.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Mass Effect Series 1 Action Figures |
DC Direct is releasing from the Mass Effect video game. Figures include: Tali, Thane, Grunt, and Shepard.
[Updated 1/01/2010]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of December 28 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 12/31/2009]
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| Halo, Thrawn, Blackest Night, Army of Two at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Halo statues, Series 5 Blackest Night action figures, the Admiral Thrawn 12-inch figure, Army of Two action figures, and more.
[Updated 12/30/2009]
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| DC Heroic Holiday Sweepstakes |
DC Comics is having a contest for the holidays - enter by January 13th.
[Updated 12/30/2009]
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| New Minimate Vehicles Line in 2010 |
 Diamond Select Toys has announced the launch of a new line of vehicles sized for their Minimates figures.
[Updated 12/30/2009]
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| New Years Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including DC Universe Classics action figures, toys from the Avatar movie, Mezco's Wolfman, MOTU Classics action figures, and more.
[Updated 12/30/2009]
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| Swimsuit Edition Queen Alluxandra & Holiday Half Price Sale at Store Horsemen |
 The Four Horsemen are having a sale in their online store through December 31st, and have also announced a special edition of the Queen Alluxandra action figure.
[Updated 12/28/2009]
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| 27 Hasbro Iron Man 2 Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Iron Man 2 action figures and role play toys. (There are 27 images on the news page.)
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| 16 Hasbro Spider-Man Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Spider-Man action figures. (There are 16 images on the news page.)
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| Hasbro Super Hero Squad Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Super Hero Squad action figures.
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| Hasbro Marvel Universe Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Marvel Universe action figures.
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| 27 Hasbro Transformers Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Transformers action figures. (There are 27 images on the news page.)
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| Hasbro Star Wars Comic Packs Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming Star Wars Comic Pack action figures.
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| Hasbro G.I. JOE: the Rise of Cobra Images |
 Hasbro has sent along pictures of upcoming G.I. JOE: the Rise of Cobra toys and action figures.
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| Tony Stark Mech Test, Emperor Palpatine, Silver Surfer Comiquette at Alter Ego Comics |
 Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including the Hot Toys 12-inch Tony Stark Mech Test action figure, the Silver Surfer Comiquette from Sideshow, a 12-inch Emperor Palpatine and Imperial Throne, and more.
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| Living Dead Dolls in Wonderland Book |
 Mezco is releasing their first book featuring the Living Dead Dolls, with an Alice in Wonderland theme.
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| Beetlejuice Living Dead Doll |
 In 2010, Mezco will be releasing a Living Dead Doll version of Beetlejuice!
[Updated 12/26/2009]
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| December 2009 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Part Two) |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 12/24/2009]
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| Police Officer Joker, World of Warcraft, EFX Nautilus Replica at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Police Officer Joker 1:6 action figure, World of Warcraft, the EFX Nautilus Replica, and more.
[Updated 12/24/2009]
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| December 2009 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Part One) |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 12/24/2009]
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| Dynamic Forces: Wolverine Mini-Head Bust Contest |
Dynamic Forces has launched a new contest - the prize is a Wolverine Mini-Head Bust.
[Updated 12/24/2009]
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| Hasbro's Marvel Q&A December 2009 |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Marvel product lines.
[Updated 12/24/2009]
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| Michael Jackson Thriller, Avatar, Transformers, DC Heroclix at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the 1:6 Michael Jackson Thriller action figure, Avatar action figures and vehicles, oodles of Transformers, and more.
[Updated 12/24/2009]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of December 21 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 12/24/2009]
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