A busy week in action figures sees DC's Arkham Knights back in focus and NECA's retro-costumed kids make a splash.
This week in action figure news, we see a strong focus on DC releases and a notable nostalgic revival from NECA, making this an intriguing stretch for collectors keeping an eye on licensed properties.
DC Collectibles: Arkham Knights and Multiverse
The DC universe continues to expand its presence in the action figures market with significant entries from both ‘Arkham Knights’ and the DC Multiverse series. The recent Blokees releases of Arkham Knight Batgirl and Catwoman figures are creating buzz for their affordability and rapid series expansion (Shesfantastic, Shesfantastic). These micro-building kit figures are gaining traction for both their charm and their potential to quickly add variety to fans’ collections.
Meanwhile, McFarlane Toys continues to support its DC Multiverse line, announcing Batman Wave 5 featuring various iterations of the Dark Knight including ‘Haunted Gotham’ and ‘Arkham Knight’ versions (The Toyark). This ongoing series keeps tapping into multiple eras and styles, providing something to suit diverse tastes among collectors.
NECA’s Ben Cooper Costume Kids Bring Back Halloween Memories
NECA has revived childhood memories by launching a line of 8-inch figures dressed in classic Ben Cooper Halloween costumes. This includes characters from G.I. Joe, Transformers, and M.A.S.K., tapping into a wave of nostalgia for those who donned these costumes during the 1980s (HissTank, The Toyark). As NECA continues to expand its nostalgic offerings, these ‘Costume Kids’ figures may serve as both collectible items and conversation starters, given their roots in popular Halloween traditions.
Other Notable Releases
In other releases, ThreeZero’s Mega Man X – Force Armor X figure is set to arrive in both Standard and Special Editions, offering fans of the series an articulated 4.8″ model to display (The Toyark). This announcement follows ThreeZero’s trend of delivering detailed figures based on beloved video game characters.
For fans of the classic 80s cartoon “ThunderCats”, Soap Studio has announced a soft vinyl replica set of Lion-O’s Sword of Omens and Claw Shield, available for pre-order. Such collectible replicas continue to attract enthusiasts interested in iconic props (The Toyark).
Lastly, NECA’s preview of an ‘Ultimate Frankenstein’s Monster’ figure from “Son of Frankenstein” opens for pre-orders. This figure aligns with their established reputation for high-quality horror collectibles (The Toyark).
Overall, whether you’re a fan of comic book heroes, nostalgic Halloween costumes, or video game figures, this week offers a rich variety of options worth considering for your collection.
