An unexpected Walmart listing for McFarlane Toys' Kyle Rayner figure reveals a new addition to the DC Multiverse line.
This week in collectibles sees a surprise drop from McFarlane Toys, as a new figure of Kyle Rayner, the 1990s-era Green Lantern, has popped up unannounced on Walmart’s online platform. While the listing shows the figure as out of stock, its appearance suggests that McFarlane might soon officially roll out this addition to their popular DC Multiverse line, which is known for its 7-inch scale action figures. This figure dovetails with McFarlane’s pattern of releasing nostalgia-rich characters, and given Rayner’s cult following among ’90s comic enthusiasts, this could signal a strong sales performance once it’s available. Enthusiasts are advised to monitor retail outlets like Amazon, BBTS, Entertainment Earth, and GameStop for a potential pre-order opportunity soon. For now, the mystery remains whether we’ll see an official announcement or further surprises from McFarlane in the coming days (DC Collectors).
In other news, “Special Response Genforcer,” a Singaporean project blending the essence of Metal Heroes with a buddy cop drama, announces its Kickstarter campaign. This initiative aims to fund a 23-minute pilot episode inspired by Tokusatsu, the genre of live-action films and television series featuring superheroes and special effects, widely popularized in Japan. The creators leverage themes of real-life frontline heroes, potentially attracting a niche of Tokusatsu fans who appreciate culturally nuanced superhero narratives. The project’s success could open doors for further exploration of uniquely Singaporean superhero content (Toyrevil).
Meanwhile, at the Pop Toy Show in Singapore, artist Chiro, who works under the moniker “channel.75,” drew attention with his “DIM Kids” creations. These characters are built around the theme of music and connectivity, designed to resonate with fans of whimsical and meaningful art. While this development is more of an artistic revelation than a commercial one, it adds a vibrant note to the ever-diversifying landscape of toy and collectible culture in Singapore and beyond. For those interested, Chiro’s work can be explored further through his Instagram and related social media channels (Toyrevil).
