By Nolan P. Smith When you think of classic beat’em up video games, Streets of Rage comes to mind. Recently, Streets of Rage 4 hit the modern consoles, a game that retained the spirit of the classic beat’em up while updating the graphics to an animated feature flair to it. Thanks to Bluefin and Storm Collectibles, we get one of […]
By Nolan P Smith One of the most storied tales to cross over in multimedia has to be The Witcher. From the original novels to the hit video games to the comic book adaptations and the mega-popular Netflix series, the story of Geralt of Rivia are something fans pine for. Thanks to McFarlane Toys, we get a fully articulated version […]
By Staff Reports Jazwares, a global leader in toys and licensing, announced its partnership with Epic Games for Fortnite toys and collectibles has been extended through 2025, in a deal brokered by IMG. Starting January 2022, Jazwares will be the exclusive toy partner for Fortnite four-inches and under action figures and their compatible vehicles, playsets, accessories and more. Jazwares will […]
By Nolan P. Smith I have been waiting for this figure for a long time. Once it went up for preorder, I immediately ordered it. When I think of the man of steel, one actor will always stand above the rest, which is the late Christopher Reeve. Thanks to Mezco Toyz, the actor’s iconic portrayal of Superman is now immortalized […]
By Jason T. Smith Bluefin has put out many amazing toys from various licenses, but one of my favorites is their wildly popular Storm Collectibles line of premium action figures. Storm covers many excellent properties, but their Street Fighter series has to be in my top two. The Street Fighter line has given us many outstanding figures with dead-on likenesses […]
By Nolan P. Smith It seems to be the perfect time to review this figure, given that Zack Snyder’s Justice League is on fire. Of course, the story’s main villain is Darkseid: the figure I am looking at today is from the Injustice video game franchise. But make no mistake: this is the Darkseid you want for your collection. Darkseid […]
By Nolan P. Smith If you want to talk about an action figure line that caught on like wildfire, let’s talk about Plunderlings from Lone Coconut. The figures, all gremlin-like little creatures, made a splash on Kickstarter when they launched. However, it wasn’t until the actual products hit collectors’ shelves that the demand really sparked. I was lucky enough to […]
By Nolan P. Smith It’s no secret that I am a fan of Super7. Since buying some of their vinyl robot figures years ago, I have seen the company grow by leaps and bounds, with my favorite addition being their Ultimates line. 7-inch figures, highly detailed, and with some of the most extraordinary packaging out there. They have so many […]
By Nolan P. Smith In 2019, Hellboy got the reboot treatment with Stranger Things alum David Harbour starring as BPRD’s hotshot demon. The film, though I liked it, was critically panned. Luckily. That didn’t stop Mezco Toyz’s plan for giving big red the One: 12 Collective treatment, as the figure just hit shelves a few months back. There was a […]
By Josh Kontos Photos by Josh Kontos and Nolan Smith I built an extraordinary piece for this review: the SDCC 2020 Clear IDW Optimus Prime model kit from Flame Toys/Bluefin Brands. This is the first time I have worked with a clear model kit, and with my poor vision, it was a little challenging to put together. The look and […]
By Staff Reports Enter Destro, the weapons supplier to COBRA and leader of M.A.R.S. joins the One:12 Collective! The One:12 Collective Destro is presented in his classic tactical outfit with tech enhancements, gauntlets with missile blasters, interchangeable thigh holsters, and combat boots. Destro features three masked head portraits, sporting his iconic beryllium steel mask and includes his necklace with amulet. […]
By Staff Reports This week, everyone was wearing green, including the Hulk! The newest Marvel Select action figure of the jade giant shipped to comic shops on Wednesday, along with Disney D-Formz, a Captain America Gallery Diorama, Best of Muppets action figure Series 2, and The Mandalorian in his Beskar armor! Read on for details, then find them in your […]
By Josh Kontos Photos by Josh Kontos and Nolan Smith For this review, I built the model kit of the Autobots leader and the most iconic version of the character with the Generation 1 version of Optimus Prime from Bluefin/Flame Toys. This model’s look and feel is a throwback to the 80’s cartoon and animated film, which will always be […]
By Josh Kontos Photos by Josh Kontos and Nolan Smith This is my first model kit review but not my first model kit. I love building models, painting and detailing them, painting miniatures, and such. For my first review, I check out my first Transformers model kit from Bluefin/Flame Toys-Drift. This was my first model kit from Bluefin/Flame Toys, and […]
By Staff Reports Order Transformers ULTIMATES! Before They Become Harder To Get Than Energon! Super7’s goal is to give you the Transformers you grew up watching, but with super fun extras that you’ve never had before, inspired by your favorite episodes of the G1 cartoon! Slam dunkin’ and surfin’ Optimus Prime, glittery Ghost of Starscream, and Action Master inspired Bombshell […]
By Nolan P. Smith Fans of Dragonball Z, you have been waiting for this one! From the movie Dragon Ball Z: Cooler’s Revenge, the final form of Frieza’s brother Cooler is released in S.H.Figuarts. Comes with exchangeable hand parts, feet parts, and face parts of him without his mask. Now up for Pre-order HERE!
By Nolan P. Smith Bluefin Brands and Storm Collectibles have announced the release of one of DC Comics heavy hitters as Ares is set to hit stores in May. The god of war himself leaps from the small screen and comic book pages from the mega popular Injustice franchise. Figure includes: 3 Head Sculpts 4 Pairs of Hands 1 Ares […]
By Nolan P. Smith With the New York Toy Fair not taking place this year due to the pandemic, many toy companies have been holding online events to show off what they have in store for 2021. Mezco Toyz has launched their Mezco Toyz Fair, and their day one reveals are nothing less than fantastic! Reveals include a 5 Points […]
By Staff Reports Transformers Minimates are coming from Diamond Select! BigBadToyStore just announced the pre-order for the set. This is the first time Transformers have been done in a Minimates line. Check out the info from the product page: The greatest generation of Transformers is now the next generation of Minimates! Capturing the armor details of 4 classic characters—Optimus Prime, […]
By Staff Reports We heard you, and we agree- what’s the ThunderTank without Lion-O and Panthro? Whether you need them to captain your upcoming vehicle, or missed out on them the first time around, we are giving ThunderCats fans another chance at Lion-O and Panthro without paying secondary market prices! These 7” super-articulated action figures come with a variety of […]
By Staff Reports ThunderCats, HOOOOO! What if there was a bigger and better vision of the ThunderTank you wanted as a kid? Panthro was in need of a little extra work, so we had him come over to Super7 and help us build the ThunderTank of our dreams! The ULTIMATES! ThunderTank features cartoon accurate deco, opening cargo bay doors, a […]
By Nolan P. Smith Photos by Nolan P. Smith Not all action figures are the same. So in case you are wondering, “why another Iron Man?” Figure, remember that. Bluefin Brands and Sentinel have released the first in their Fighting Armor series of figures, and they kick it off with the man himself, Mr. Tony Stark- Iron Man. The six-inch […]
By Staff Reports Straight out of Cybertron, the new Transformers ULTIMATES! collection is here! Based on the Transformers you grew up watching, ULTIMATES! are made-to-order, highly-articulated figures that stand 7” tall and include a variety of interchangeable parts, unique accessories, and sometimes even miniature humans! Our goal is to give you Transformers with super fun extras that you’ve never had […]
By Staff Reports Mighty Morphin Power Rangers is coming to Super7 in a big way in 2021, in a collaboration with Hasbro that includes ReAction, ULTIMATES!, and Super Cyborg figures. The line will kick off with a Super Cyborg Megazord action figure this spring, along with a capsule collection highlighting various categories such as apparel and accessories. Standing at 11” […]
By Staff Reports Your prayers to the Gods have been answered! Conan in War Paint and Thulsa Doom as the Snake Priest are the latest epic additions to the Super7 Conan the Barbarian ULTIMATES! line. These made-to-order limited edition 7” highly-articulated ULTIMATES! figures come with elaborate paint decos and multiple accessories, and are must-haves for any Conan the Barbarian collector! […]
By Staff Reports It’s been a busy start to 2021 for Boss Fight and we have two new amazing figures available for sale now! Mimi LaFloo – The latest addition to the Bucky O’Hare line, this gorgeous figure is ready for action with the entire Bucky O’Hare team. She’s quickly become one of the team’s favorites! Flash Gordon Movie Figure […]
By Staff Reports Bluefin Brands are thrilled to announce the assassin Hit is finally joining the S.H.Figuarts series! From “Dragon Ball Super” comes the legendary hitman and strongest warrior from Universe 6. Hit, is available for pre-order for the first time ever from Tamashii Nations’ S.H.Figuarts lineup. The figure includes a wide range of accessories such as facial expressions, and […]
By Staff Reports Chogokin Pac-Man! It’s the iconic arcade hero from the 80’s as you’ve never seen him before. Re-envisioned as a giant robot with flying punches, a transformation feature, even a working cockpit! Included ghosts can be placed on the hands, and a Pac-Man Minifigure inside the cockpit. Approximately 4.13″ tall and arriving in stores Sept 2021. Pre-order yours […]
By Staff Reports Super7 is proud to announce the Good Brothers ULTIMATES! action figures! Coming at you are the internationally traveled multi-time tag team champions, current IMPACT Wrestling Tag Team Champions, and creators and co-hosts of Talk’n Shop Podcast & TNSmania.com – Doc Gallows and Karl Anderson! The Good Brothers’ reputation was formed in Japan and has continued around the […]
By Nolan P. Smith 2020 is behind us now, so it is time to look back at the very best of the year. Though 2020 was hard in a variety of ways, the content and entertainment released was amazing. The Pastrami Nation staff came together to create our picks for the Best of 2020. Next up is Best Action Figure. […]