McFarlane Toys closes its nostalgic DC Super Powers line, while Beast Kingdom unveils fresh figures at China Toy Expo 2026.
It’s an interesting week for collectibles, notable for the end of one era and the beginning of several new chapters in the action figure world. McFarlane Toys has wrapped up its run of the Super Powers line, a series that brought a modern take to the nostalgic Kenner classics, just as new figures make their debut at the China Toy Expo.
McFarlane Toys Bids Farewell to Super Powers Line
The final wave of McFarlane Toys’ DC Super Powers line marks the end of a journey that has been both a nod to the past and a creatively robust present. DCCollectors provides a detailed look at this concluding assortment which once again modernizes Kenner’s foundational designs while pushing the envelope with updated characters and innovative variants. Fans of retro DC figures now have their final chance to capture these multi-generational heroes, leaving collectors with a definitive question of whether this grand finale succeeds in closing a beloved chapter.
Beast Kingdom Unveils New DC Figures
Meanwhile, Beast Kingdom has made waves at the China Toy Expo by revealing new additions to their Dynamic 8ction Heroes line. As reported by DCCollectors, attendees were treated to the debut of a Bizarro and Batzarro duo, expanding an already diverse lineup with DC’s peculiar characters. This expansion underlines Beast Kingdom’s commitment to exploring the more eccentric avenues of the DC universe, providing a fresh take on fan-favorite oddities.
New Collaborations in Designer Toys
In another corner of the designer toy universe, Drift Toys Studio has collaborated with IO Art to bring the character RICO into the three-dimensional realm with a space-themed twist. SpankyStokes covers this striking transformation as RICO dons space cadet garb, complete with oversized boots and retro ray guns, ideal for collectors who gravitate towards art toys with a distinct narrative flair.
While the closing of McFarlane’s Super Powers line might leave a nostalgic gap, both Beast Kingdom’s audacious creations and Drift Toys Studio’s inventive designs suggest the collectibles scene remains as dynamic as ever, promising fresh tales and untapped creative landscapes for collectors to explore.
