Target announces Marvel Legends exclusives for Fall Geek Out 2026, including Cypher and No Way Home Spider-Man figures.
This week’s action figures news sees the spotlight on pre-orders, with Target making waves again in the Marvel Legends arena. Notably, the retailer’s upcoming rare exclusives promise to be a major talking point among collectors.
Marvel Legends Target Exclusives
Marvel Toy News reports on Target’s Fall Geek Out 2026 event, which introduces two noteworthy Marvel Legends exclusives: an updated No Way Home Spider-Man and the debut of Cypher. Doug Ramsey, aka Cypher, from the New Mutants, is receiving his first official action figure over 40 years post his initial comic appearance. This shift could reflect increasing interest in typically overlooked characters, signaling Target’s strategy shift to tap into deeper fan niches. Additionally, concerns linger as Target has had a notorious track record this year with regards to pre-orders, having previously canceled numerous confirmed sales, angering collectors.
The Order of the Crimson Moon Figures
Action Figure Barbecue dives into Fresh Monkey Fiction & Big Bad Workshop’s new “The Order of the Crimson Moon” line. The reviews cover both a generic cult member figure—a useful army builder—and Major Noir, who echoes vintage Action Force villains from the Palitoy toyline. With settings steeped in supernatural lore, this line is capturing collector interest through its unique themes and meticulous designs. Major Noir, in particular, exemplifies the line’s homage to monster-centric themes, adding depth to the ongoing narrative within these figures.
Masters of the Universe Origins Expansions
Meanwhile, Action Figure Barbecue also delves into Mattel’s Masters of the Universe Origins series, spotlighting “The Powers of Grayskull” figure Gray. While the character’s background is rooted in the 1980s, new interpretations continue to enrich the lore, providing fresh angles for modern fans. Parallelly, the release of Teela from the 200x Wave 4 in the Cartoon Collection is discussed on She’s Fantastic, highlighting how recent figures are managing to remain true to their animated design inspirations from past decades.
Nostalgia-Driven Collectibles
Nostalgia continues to be a driving factor within the action figures community with steadfast interest shown towards lines like G.I. Joe and Digimon. Noteworthy is the 2026 release of Dawn Moreno as Snake-Eyes III in the G.I. Joe Classified Series covered by She’s Fantastic. Dawn, a character who has evolved into a key figure in G.I. Joe lore, is anticipated to draw significant collector interest. Additionally, enthusiasm for the Digimon universe remains strong, with collectors scrambling to find elusive figures like Bandai’s Sakuyaman, a much-desired piece according to the same source.
Overall, while the quantity of new announcements this week may be limited, the quality and significance of each release are certainly capturing the intrigue of dedicated collectors and fans alike.
