By Staff Reports DesignerCon has amassed an undeniable community of loyal and enthusiastic followers. Over the last 17 years, they have been dedicated to the pursuit of and appreciation for art toys, eagerly celebrating the newest releases. This year, DesignerCon provides a plethora of new and exciting, supported by returning fan favorites, for the ultimate collector experience. 9 unique collectible […]
By Staff Reports The Holiday season is one that many families cherish, but for others it can be a challenging time. With this year’s #BuildToGive initiative, the LEGO Group is encouraging families to use their creativity to build a gift from LEGO® bricks, which will be turned into a gift for another child somewhere else in the world. #BuildToGive will […]
By Staff Reports In partnership with The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® (ASPCA), Funko’s latest Pops! With Purpose collection is now available, featuring fan-favorite movie pets, including the lovable Einstein from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment’s Back to the Future and Dorothy’s pup Toto from “The Wizard of Oz.” Available now exclusively on Funko.com, $10 per […]
By Staff Reports There’s something special about the feeling of opening a Happy Meal at McDonald’s to see what’s inside. And starting today, fans can experience a whole new set of feels with a Happy Meal inspired by Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” hitting theaters Nov. 11. The new Happy Meal brings the world of Wakanda to life in restaurants […]
By Staff Reports Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ: DLPN) is pleased to report its flagship NFT (non-fungible token) collection, Creature Chronicles – an intergalactic, immersive storytelling experience from former Marvel Studios’ artist Anthony Francisco – sold out in just 90 minutes on the afternoon of Sunday October 2, 2022. The first Creature Chronicles collection, developed and marketed by Dolphin’s Web3 division We […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor Everyone’s favorite Koopa has arrived in LEGO form in an impressive 2,807-piece set. In a change of pace for the company, The Mighty Bowser is a posable model that stands on its own and is almost puppet-like in functionality. You can even add to the fun if you own or purchase the Mario starter course, which […]
By Kevin HoskinsonEntertainment Editor One of my earliest childhood memories was playing with toys. Being a child of the ’80s, playing with He-Man, G.I. Joe and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was part of everyday life. Although those were the most formative years of my life, the other toys I remember playing with were before those, and they were manufactured by […]
By Jason T. SmithCreative Editor LEGO is a big part of my life. I enjoy getting in the zone in full-blown LEGO mode and ripping open a box for a new set, eager to start building. It clears my head while making it think, and the finished build is so rewarding. I love the challenge you get with some of […]
By Staff Reports Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (“Alliance Entertainment”), a distributor and wholesaler of the world’s largest in stock selection of music, movies, video games, electronics, arcades, and collectibles, today announced the sale of its complete run of 28,000 units of its latest exclusive from Funko® FUNKO POP! ANIMATION: Naruto 2 Pack Hashirama & Tobirama. This limited-edition collectible was announced […]
By Staff Reports In celebration of the new LEGO® Harry Potter™ Hogwarts Express™ Collector’s Edition set, the LEGO Group is offering fans the opportunity to win the chance to play, build and stay on a real LEGO Hogwarts Express train. Open to families (two adults and two children) the competition winners will get to take part in a magical adventure […]
By Staff Reports Relive hilarious and heartwarming scenes from the Emmy® Award-winning U.S. version of The Office – streaming now exclusively on Peacock – with this new, fantastic LEGO® Ideas display model. Build a LEGO brick section of the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company’s branch office in Scranton, including ‘World’s Best Boss’ Michael Scott’s office. Add 15 minifigures of the show’s […]
By Staff Reports Dark Horse Direct and Microsoft are teaming up to bring Halo fans a new Spartan Chonmage PVC Statue featuring an optional Yokai helmet, and an interchangeable Energy Sword and Disruptor! As featured in the Halo Infinite – Fracture: Tenrai multiplayer event, the legendary Spartan Chonmage armor can now be yours to display. The Chonmage, is a symbol […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group has announced the latest addition to the LEGO® Super Mario™ Adult product line: the biggest LEGO Bowser to date, built from an incredible 2,807 pieces. LEGO® Super Mario™ The Mighty Bowser™ building kit is a highly detailed recreation of the King of the Koopas, complete with controllable movements and the ability to launch a […]
By Staff Reports Whatnot, the largest independent live shopping platform in the US, is excited to announce The Ripping Wax Case Break Pavilion powered by Whatnot. The live stream platform will be partnering with premier card breaker Ripping Wax for the National Sports Collectors Convention (NSCC) to host a 5500 sq ft space inside the Breakers Pavilion holding the largest […]
By Staff Reports Calling all Anime Expo attendees! Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America is bringing guests an exciting assortment of contests, creative workshops, incredible photo ops, and a variety of promotions at the entertainment hall, featuring officially licensed Studio Ghibli brands and Nanoblock! With the first in-person Anime Expo event in years, one of America’s favorite companies for anime […]
By Staff Reports Join DeerCat and Snoo on their bakery delivery route! DeerCat & Friends™ includes BOTH DeerCat and Snoo — this pair works diligently at their bakery together! While DeerCat does most of the heavy lifting, Snoo is a very good boy that tries his very best! This supercute panda-themed colorway measures 7” tall and is exclusive to Kidrobot.com. […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group has revealed the latest fan-designed set, LEGO Ideas Jazz Quartet – a striking depiction of a musical ensemble in brick form, designed to be co-built by up to four friends. Designed by Taiwan based, LEGO fan, Hsinwei Chi through the LEGO Ideas platform – which offers fans the opportunity to submit their own brick […]
By Staff Reports Funko, Inc. (“Funko,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, today announced it has acquired Mondo, a high-end pop culture company that creates vinyl records, posters, soundtracks, toys, apparel, books, games and other collectibles. Mondo was founded in 2001 by Rob Jones and Tim League and was a subsidiary of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group has revealed the spectacular new LEGO® Loop Coaster set. Not for the faint hearted, the new set is a staggering 92cm tall – making it one of the tallest LEGO sets. Inspired by some of the world’s most thrilling rides, the Loop Coaster is an immersive build filled with twists and turns. Exciting features […]
By Staff Reports Ninety years ago, a Danish carpenter crafted a line of small wooden toys in his Billund, Denmark, workshop. His first collection had a modest 36 items that included cars, airplanes, and yoyos, all carefully crafted to help local children learn about the world. What Ole Kirk Kristiansen couldn’t have known back in 1932, was that the LEGO […]
By Staff Reports Supercar lovers can now place themselves firmly in the driving seat of Ferrari’s latest masterpiece with the new LEGO® Technic™ Ferrari Daytona SP3. This 3,778-piece model is packed full of details and functions that embody the engineering prowess and elegant design of the unparalleled sports racer. To capture the essence of racing spirit at the heart of […]
By Staff Reports In tribute to Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting, the LEGO Group has revealed the LEGO® Ideas The Starry Night set. This beautiful set was designed by Truman Cheng, a 25-year old Hong Kong based LEGO fan, through a submission on the LEGO Ideas platform, and has been created in conjunction with The Museum of Modern Art in […]
By Staff Reports Leading global toy companies, the LEGO Group and Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) unite for the first time to bring the iconic Transformers Autobot, Optimus Prime, to life in LEGO® form – complete with alt mode. The new LEGO Transformers Optimus Prime set is a tribute to the heroic Autobot leader with over 1,500 detailed LEGO pieces. Once […]
By Staff Reports DesignerCon has amassed a hugely impressive following over its 17 years of existence. From an office and a few desks to filling convention centers and lines around the building, the show has grown exponentially since its conception, unifying a community of collectors and enthusiasts. Now, in 2022, DesignerCon is returning to the Anaheim Convention Center, bringing all […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group brings a rock ‘n’ roll image to life in brick form. The bright red lips and tongue known worldwide as the logo for the Rolling Stones will thrill adult fans looking to combine their passion for the band’s music and LEGO® bricks. The logo, first seen on the Stones’ Sticky Fingers album 50 years […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group announces the new epic LEGO® Star Wars™ Luke Skywalker™ Landspeeder™ set – the latest in the LEGO Ultimate Collector Series (UCS). A faithful recreation of Luke’s battered vehicle, the new 1,890-piece model is a must-have for Star Wars and LEGO fans alike. X-34 Landspeeders were typical civilian transports, designed to withstand the roughest terrains. The Landspeeder […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group announces two stunning new additions to its Botanical Collection; a LEGO® Orchid and a LEGO® Succulents selection. Perfect as a thoughtful gift for a plant lover or for adding the finishing interior design touches, the new sets are designed to provide an immersive building experience for adults that lets creativity bloom. With 73% adults […]
By Staff Reports In support of National Pet Day, Funko, Inc. (“Funko,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, announced a partnership with the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) as part of its philanthropic initiative, Pops! With Purpose. The partnership brings fan-favorite movie pets to Pop! form to raise vital […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group and Epic Games announced they are entering a long-term partnership to shape the future of the metaverse to make it safe and fun for children and families. The two companies will team up to build an immersive, creatively inspiring and engaging digital experience for kids of all ages to enjoy together. The family-friendly digital […]
By Staff Reports Inspiring fans to fire up their brick building engines, the LEGO Group and Universal Brand Development have revealed a brand new three-in-one reproduction of one of the most iconic movie vehicles of all time – the LEGO® Back to the Future Time Machine. Inspired by the DeLorean car seen in the time traveling adventure film franchise from […]