McFarlane Toys unveils a new DC Multiverse wave featuring Mera, Black Manta, Wonder Girl, and Raven, while Jazwares expands the Stranger Things Universe with Nikki.
This week’s action figure news is highlighted by McFarlane Toys’ announcement of their latest DC Multiverse wave. Meanwhile, Jazwares adds a new character from the animated world of Stranger Things to their lineup, and Hasbro’s G.I. Joe series sees some interesting new character additions.
McFarlane Toys Launches New DC Multiverse Figures
McFarlane Toys is set to expand their DC Multiverse series with a new wave of 7-inch scale figures. This wave includes familiar faces from the DC Classic lineup: Mera, Black Manta, Wonder Girl, and Raven. With pre-orders hitting today at noon, collectors will want to act quickly to secure these fan-favorite characters. McFarlane Toys continues to deepen its DC lineup with meticulously crafted figures that appeal to both completists and new collectors of the franchise’s expansive universe.
Stranger Things Expands into Animated Territory with Jazwares’ Nikki
In other news, Jazwares is bridging the gap between Stranger Things’ live-action legacy and its animated counterpart with a new action figure. As reported by She’s Fantastic, Nikki Baxter, a character from the “Stranger Things: Tales from ’85” animated series, has made her debut in action figure form. Nikki’s introduction represents a nod to the series’ continually expanding universe, offering fans another layer of storytelling and character development. The figure was spotted earlier this year, preempting the character’s growing importance in the Stranger Things franchise.
New G.I. Joe Figures Add to Classified Series Lineup
Hasbro continues to add depth to the G.I. Joe: Classified Series with their latest release. Action Figure Barbecue reports on the new figures featuring Professor Rottclaw and Cobra Deinonychus. Hasbro has been steadily expanding the line, infusing it with characters that appeal to fans of both the franchise’s classic elements and its fresh innovations. The intricate designs and backstory developments for these characters are likely to attract both seasoned collectors and younger enthusiasts discovering the series for the first time.
All in all, it’s a vibrant week for action figures, characterized by established brands expanding their lineups with both classic and novel characters. Whether you’re a DC, Stranger Things, or G.I. Joe aficionado, this week’s reveals offer something fresh to look forward to in the collectors’ world.
