Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc. at SDCC 2025

 

Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc. Heads to San Diego Comic-Con 2025

An immersive experience filled with stunning showcases, exclusive collectibles, workshops, and free swag awaits fans headed to San Diego, CA! Attendees are invited to join panels celebrating Tamagotchi and the 30th Anniversary of Mobile Suit Gundam Wing! Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Inc. (BNTCA) is making their yearly migration to San Diego Comic-Con, where attendees can immerse themselves in exhibits, photo-ops, displays, workshops, and event exclusives featuring licensed properties such as Dragon Ball and Godzilla! BNTCA will also be showcasing product brands such as TAMASHII NATIONS and Tamagotchi. In addition, attendees are invited to join a Tamagotchi panel, as well as a Mobile Suit Gundam Wing panel that celebrates its 30th Anniversary.

Mobile Suit Gundam Takes Over San Diego Comic-Con 2025

 

Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. today announced its lineup of Gundam-related activities at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), one of the world’s largest pop culture and entertainment conventions. The event will take place in San Diego, USA, from Thursday, July 24 to Sunday, July 27, 2025.

At Booth #3829, the Bandai Hobby will showcase a special display celebrating the 30th anniversary of Mobile Suit Gundam Wing. Fans can explore a wide range of exclusive Gundam Wing merchandise and experience a statue of the iconic Wing Gundam up close.

Additionally, Bandai Namco Filmworks will present the panel “GUNDAM Showcase – Featuring 30 Years of Gundam Wing” on Thursday, July 24. The session will highlight the latest updates from the Gundam Wing 30th Anniversary Project, along with new developments from across the wider Gundam series.

GUNDAM Showcase - Featuring 30 Years of “Gundam Wing” Panel

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Gundam Wing, a special panel titled “GUNDAM Showcase – Featuring 30 Years of Gundam Wing” will be held at SDCC, featuring Mark Hildreth, the English voice actor for Heero Yuy, Scott McNeil, English voice actor for Duo Maxwell, and Brad Swaile, English voice actor for Quatre Raberba Winner in “Mobile Suit Gundam Wing.” Fans are invited to attend for the latest updates on the “Gundam Wing 30th Anniversary” project and other Gundam-related news.

Date & Time: Thursday, July 24 (Local Time) 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM 

Location: Room 6BCF

Guest Speakers: 

• Mark Hildreth, English voice actor for Heero Yuy from “Mobile Suit Gundam Wing”

• Scott McNeil, English voice actor for Duo Maxwell from “Mobile Suit Gundam Wing”

• Brad Swaile, English voice actor for Quatre Raberba Winner from “Mobile Suit Gundam Wing”

• Naohiro Ogata, Gundam Executive Producer

Exclusive Gifts for Event Attendees

We are pleased to announce that exclusive gifts will be available for those attending the panel.

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing" and its announcements at San Diego Comic-Con in North America, the opening movie "JUST COMMUNICATION" and the ending movie "It's Just Love!" have been released.

Clean Opening "JUST COMMUNICATION" https://youtu.be/MuE40PpUgRA

Clean Ending "It's Just Love!" https://youtu.be/48yW20bV3GA

TAMASHII NATIONS SDCC 2025 Exclusives

Bandai Namco’s TAMASHII NATIONS returns to San Diego for Comic-Con® 2025 with an exciting lineup of event exclusive collectibles, including iconic  characters from Dragon Ball and Godzilla.   This year, certain exclusive items will be available by reservation only through  the official SDCC Exclusives Portal. Attendees can now apply for a timed entry  slot to purchase the following exclusives:

S.H.Figuarts SON GOHAN (BEAST) -Exclusive Edition- S.H.Figuarts GREAT APE VEGETA -Exclusive Edition- S.H.Figuarts GREAT DEMON KING PICCOLO -Exclusive Edition-

Looking for Godzilla? The S.H.MonsterArts GODZILLA (2023) -Exclusive Edition- will be available first come, first served. Daily quantities will be split between #Booth 3329 (TAMASHII NATIONS) and Booth #3345 (Godzilla booth).

These products may be available at PREMIUM BANDAI US, TAMASHII NATIONS STORE NEW YORK, and other events.

 

Gift with Purchase

With every qualifying purchase of $100 or more, fans will receive an Event Exclusive TAMASHII Diorama Sticker, designed to be displayed with TAMASHII STAGE bases.

Limit one per transaction, while supplies last.

 

More to Explore at Booth #3329

In addition to our SDCC exclusives, a selection of TAMASHII NATIONS STORE NEW YORK EXCLUSIVE items will also be available for purchase with no reservation required

 

BANDAI NAMCO TOYS & COLLECTIBLES AMERICA IS HEADED TO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2023

BANDAI NAMCO TOYS & COLLECTIBLES AMERICA IS HEADED TO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2023

An Incredible Spectacle Featuring an Immersive Fan Experience, Filled with Franchise Showcases, Exclusive Collectibles, Photo Ops, and Free Swag Awaits Fans in San Diego, CA! Attendees Will Also Have the Opportunity to Watch a Special World Premiere Screening of Sand Land!

 

Irvine, Calif. – July 13, 2023. Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America (“BNTCA”) is set to make a big splash this July when it presents a series of incredible booths and activations at San Diego Comic-Con. At this year’s convention, BNTCA will offer an immersive experience that features a collection of its top licensed properties including Dragon Ball and Gundam. Crank that hype meter to 11 with special exhibits, displays, statues and life-sized photo ops, free swag, and event exclusives. BNTCA’s showcase will include popular product brands such as TAMASHII NATIONS, Bandai Hobby and Tamagotchi. In addition, the Marina Terrace at the Marriott Marquis San Diego will house an expansive outdoor Dragon Ball Experience. Attendees are invited to visit any and all of BNTCA’s booths and activations daily during regular show hours throughout San Diego Comic-Con.

 

Dragon Ball presents the ultimate experience for fans to enjoy at San Diego Comic-Con!

Dragon Ball Special Booth | Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Terrace

(Open to the Public; No Badge Required)

Enter the Dragon Ball universe at this interactive outdoor experience featuring fan-favorite Bandai Namco brands including Tamashii Nations, Bandai Hobby, Bandai Shokugan, Bandai Namco Entertainment, Banpresto, Ichibansho, GASHAPON and more.

·       Special Photo Ops

·       Gorgeous Product Displays and Dioramas

·       Numerous Interactive Games

For more information including product images and renderings, visit the official Dragon Ball website at https://en.dragon-ball-official.com/special/sdcc2023/

 

Shueisha, Toho, Bandai Filmworks and BNTCA Present the World Premiere Screening of Sand Land

Screening and Panel - From the creator of Dragon Ball, Akira Toriyama, comes his latest animated movie, "Sand Land", debuting its world premiere screening at San Diego Comic-Con! Shueisha (Publisher from Japan), Bandai Namco Filmworks (Animation company from Japan) and Toho (Film company from Japan) will also welcome Toshihisa Yokoshima (Director of Sand Land) to discuss behind-the-scenes footage. Room 6BCF @ 8:15pm-11:00pm 

 

SAND LAND | Booth #3729

Attendees can immerse themselves in the exciting one of a kind experience in the world of Sand Land!

·       Photo Op – Beelzebub and Tank

·       Interactive Video Game Demo

·       Product Displays

 

BANDAI SPIRITS | TAMASHII NATIONS Booth #3329

·       From Tamashii Nations

o   Dragon Ball Event Exclusives

§  SUPER SAIYAN SON GOKU & SUPER SAIYAN 2 SON GOHAN – Exclusive Edition

§  RADITZ & SON GOHAN -KID- -Exclusive Edition

§  MAJIN VEGETA -Exclusive Edition

§  [EXTRA BATTLE] SUPER SAIYAN -Exclusive Edition

 

Tamagotchi | Booth #3345

The Tamagotchi booth is back in 2023 with an all-new design that celebrates the Tamagotchi World Tour! The booth will offer a chance to purchase an exciting line-up of event-exclusive items, new products for sale, and lanyards to purchase! Plus, get a free exclusive Tamagotchi World Tour bag with eligible purchases (while supplies last).

·       Event Exclusives: Choose between three different event exclusives to commemorate your time at SDCC 2023! Our beloved Original Tamagotchi, the original virtual reality pet launched in 1997, is available in two exclusive space-themed shells.

 

o   Convention Exclusive Original Tamagotchi: Mametchi Spaceship

With Gen 1 programming

o   Convention Exclusive Original Tamagotchi: Mimitchi Planet

With Gen 2 programming

·       Booth Experience: The booth will offer fans the opportunity to step inside the Tamagotchi universe and take their photos in the Tamagotchi photobooth. Fans are encouraged to submit their photo on their social platforms for a chance to win Tamagotchi prizes!

Bandai Namco Entertainment America: Tread into the world of Sand Land, enter Rubicon 3 from from Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon, Experience Tekken 8, and more at SDCC

TREAD INTO THE WORLD OF SAND LAND, ENTER RUBICON 3 FROM ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON, EXPERIENCE TEKKEN 8, AND MORE AT COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL

Bandai Namco Brings its Biggest Games to SDCC with Demos and Immersive Installations for TEKKEN 8, SAND LAND, ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON, NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS, and DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2

IRVINE, Calif. – Leading video game publisher and developer Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is going Super Saiyan and bringing a tank-load of game demos and more to the 2023 San Diego Comic Convention (SDCC). The titles on display include hot and hotly anticipated games ARMORED CORE™ VI FIRES OF RUBICON™, TEKKEN™8, SAND LAND, NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS, and DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2. With a variety of gameplay activations, experiential installations, photo ops, and swag, attendees are invited to see all that Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has to offer from July 20 – 23 at and around the San Diego Convention Center. 

Activations from Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. during SDCC take place at the San Diego Convention Center, at the nearby San Diego Wine & Culinary Center located at 200 W Harbor Drive (Suite 120), and at the Dragon Ball Special Booth at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Terrace, located at 333 W Harbor Drive.

At the San Diego Convention Center (Badge Required)

• SAND LAND (Booth #3729) – Enter a recreation of a vehicle from the game and go hands-on with the first-ever playable demo of SAND LAND, a new action RPG based on the classic manga from Akira Toriyama, creator of DRAGON BALL and DR. SLUMP. 

• NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS (Booth #129) – Pose with a Naruto statue and play recently announced characters in a recreation of the Hidden Leaf Village food stand for this action fighting game celebrating the anime’s 20th anniversary. 

• PANEL ROOM ACTIVATIONS – See the Worldwide Premiere of the SAND LAND anime feature film – follow the official SAND LAND Twitter for more information. Join a panel of fighting greats to learn more about TEKKEN 8; SDCC panel details will be revealed at a later time. 

At the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center

• ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON – Pilots wanted! The battle over Rubicon 3 and its valuable resource Coral is in need of capable pilot recruits. In this exciting experiential activation for the upcoming action game from FromSoftware, Inc. (ELDEN RING™, DARK SOULS™), prospective pilots will be able to test their reflexes with a series of challenges and pose with a life-size Armored Core mech.

• TEKKEN 8 – “Fist Meets Fate” in San Diego! Comic-Con attendees will experience a fully immersive TEKKEN installation with artwork, a non-alcoholic beverage station, DJ, cosplayers, temporary tattoos, playable stations, and more. 

At the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Terrace: 

• DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 – Try out a host of new characters in this acclaimed game, including those who made their debut in the newest Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO movie with Gamma 1, Gamma 2, Orange Piccolo, and Gohan (Beast). 

TAMAGOTCHI LAUNCHES NEW TAMAGOTCHI UNI WITH CHARLI D’AMELIO AS GLOBAL AMBASSADOR!

Everyone’s Favorite Virtual Pet Just Became More Unique, United, and Universal!

Irvine, Calif - (June 2023) The toy that sparked a worldwide virtual pet frenzy in the 90s is about to shake up the toy industry once again with an all-new device, Tamagotchi Uni, marking the brand’s first simultaneous global launch of core Tamagotchi! With over 91 million sales worldwide, Tamagotchi is now connecting fans globally, for the first time with a truly unique device created for the modern digital world, taking its brand transcending nurturing virtual pet experience to a whole new level.

Tamagotchi Uni allows fans to connect in a completely new way with the Tamaverse, the metaverse of the Tamagotchi world. Fans can now play together with the Tamaverse’s Tama Arena, Tama Parties, Tama Fashion, and Tama Travel features, opening up the fun to a global scale. Tamagotchi Uni is also chock-full of new features, allowing fans their own unique experience, including DIY activities, exploring with your character, and an in-device social platform.

Tamagotchi Uni personalizes the virtual pet experience like never before with endless character options, allowing Tamagotchi characters to now have different looks, personalities, and even hobbies! The ability to connect to Wi-Fi gives fans a chance to connect, customize their characters in unique ways, and have access to downloadable content and updates!

“Tamagotchi fans are always looking for new ways to personalize their experience while nurturing their character, and Tamagotchi Uni opens the door to endless possibilities to do so,” said Tara Badie, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America, Senior Director Brand Strategy. “Not only are we thrilled to be able to give fans this opportunity, we’re excited to see them in the Tamaverse!” 

Bluefin Heads to San Diego With Massive Showcase of Collectibles and Events for Comic-Con Attendees

 

BLUEFIN HEADS TO SAN DIEGO WITH MASSIVE SHOWCASE OF COLLECTIBLES AND EVENTS FOR COMIC-CON ATTENDEES

 

Bluefin Will Present a One-of-Kind Exhibition of Its Entire Brand Portfolio Including Special Displays, Product Reveals, Exclusive Collectibles, Giveaways and More including Comic-Con Debuts of Studio Ghibli and MegaHouse as well as a Kamen Rider 50^th Anniversary Panel

 

Anaheim, CA – November 2021. Fans and collectors are experiencing a whole new level of Comic-Con FOMO with today’s news that BANDAI NAMCO Collectibles (Bluefin) will present its largest-ever exhibition in San Diego. For the first time ever at Comic-Con, Bluefin will showcase its entire brand portfolio across a trio of booths totaling 8,000 square feet of exhibit space and offering
Comic-Con attendees a one-of-kind experience from Bluefin. In addition to THE GUNDAM BASE SAN DIEGO POP-UP announced last week, Bluefin’s exhibition will also include not only Tamashii Nations, Storm Collectibles, Sentinel Toys and Flame Toys but also BANDAI Shokugan, Blitzway and Nanoblock as well as the Comic-Con debuts of both Studio Ghibli and MegaHouse. On top of its highly-anticipated event exclusive collectibles, attendees can also look forward to special product displays, life-size statues, contests, workshops and exclusive photo ops throughout Bluefin’s three booths – Main Booth (Booth #2218), Tamashii Nations (Booth #1818) and THE GUNDAM BASE SAN DIEGO POP-UP (Booth #1805). Bluefin will welcome guests daily during regular show hours throughout Comic-Con Special Edition 2021 from November 26-28.

And, as previously announced, Bluefin and Team Kamen Rider have partnered with Shout Factory’s TokuSHOUTsu to present a Kamen Rider 50^th Anniversary Panel and Premiere Screening Event at Comic-Con Special Edition 2021 on Saturday, November 27. Highlights and details on the Kamen Rider program and Bluefin’s Comic-Con Special Edition 2021 Exhibition are listed below.

Bluefin & Bandai Announce Activities & Exclusive Products for 2019 NYCC

BLUEFIN DETAILS A WIDE ARRAY OF EXCLUSIVE PRODUCTS AND SPECIAL EXHIBITS FOR 2019 NEW YORK COMIC CON

Anaheim, CA, September 23, 2019 – Bluefin, a Bandai Namco group company and the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, brings a comprehensive array of products from its arsenal of leading collectibles brands to the 2019 New York Comic Con.

The 2019 New York Comic Con takes place October 3^rd – 6^th at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan and is the East Coast's biggest pop culture convention. The annual gathering plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. More information on New York Comic Con is available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

For this year’s convention, Bluefin announces exclusives and first-to-market products from popular brands such as Storm Collectibles, Bandai Hobby and Tamashii Nations. Bluefin also proudly announces a special Tamashii Nations installation to be located in the Javits Center’s Crystal Palace and the 2019 Dragon Ball World Adventure attraction.

Flame Toys Transformers Skywarp & Drift Pre-Orders Open From Bluefin

BANDAI NAMCO Collectibles (dba: Bluefin), a BANDAI NAMCO Group company and the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, expands its product catalog for Fame Toys as it opens pre-orders for a pair of new Transformers Furai model kits.

Based on IDW’s Transformers acclaimed comic series, Flame Toys’ officially licensed releases of the Skywarp Furai model kit and Drift Furai model kit each deliver an eye-catching new addition to the personal collection of any ardent Transformers fan. Both kits (non-transforming) feature easy snap-together assembly and are rendered in ABS and PS plastic, which can be easily custom painted.

Skywarp and Drift are set for retail release in December and will be available from authorized Bluefin retailers nationwide and also from select leading online outlets. Bluefin is the official North American master distributor for Flame Toys.

Flame Toys Skywarp Furai Model Kit · MSRP $38.00 · Available December 2019

The 9^th Transformers FURAI MODEL kits presents Skywarp. Standing 6 inches tall, this modernized depiction of the Decepticon Seeker features realistic articulation with over 50 movable joints. The kit is made of hard plastic ABS & PS, which makes it ideal for expert builders to add their own custom paint. With different injection colors of runner parts and simple assembly design, this is also a kit that is great for beginners and experts alike.

Flame Toys Drift Furai Model Kit · MSRP $50.00 · Available December 2019

The long-awaited 10^th FURAI MODEL arrives with the release of Drift. Standing 6.1 inches, this new and excited model depicts the Autobot Drift as he is seen in the beloved IDW Transformers comic book series. Drift features over 50 points of articulation and can assume any pose with ease. The model is constructed from ABS and PS plastic which can be easily custom painted. The joints are rendered in soft plastic for stable, movable performance. Model parts come color molded so no painting is required making this model kit ideal for beginners and experts alike.

2019 Dragon Ball World Adventure San Diego Recap

The 2019 Dragon Ball World Adventure was held at the Marriott Marina Terrace at the Marriot Marquis San Diego during SDCC. On preview night they held a Dragon Ball Guinness World Records Attempt and invited fans to participate. The World Record attempt was for the largest gathering of people simultaneously performing the iconic Kamehameha super energy attack move. If you didn't hear, they did get the Guinness World Record!!!

Bluefin Details Exciting Product Exhibits For NY Toy Fair 2019

BLUEFIN TO SHOWCASE EXCITING UPCOMING RELEASES FOR ICONIC POP CULTURE PROPERTIES AT TOY FAIR 2019

Leading Collectibles Distributor Heads To The Toy Industry’s Largest Annual Event With Hot New Products For Popular Properties Including Godzilla, Transformers, Mortal Kombat, Power Rangers And Mobile Suit Gundam

TEKKEN JOINS DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT'S BESTSELLING VIDEO GAME ICONS LINE OF ART BOOK RETROSPECTIVES

Celebrate the History and Artistry of the Groundbreaking Tournament-Style Fighting
Game with a Stunning Hardcover Retrospective!

October 4, 2017, Mt. Laurel, NJ:  Dynamite Entertainment is proud to announce that the world-renowned video game franchise TEKKEN™ will be celebrated in a gorgeous hardcover retrospective, via a new licensing deal with BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. The TEKKEN art book joins Dynamite's critically acclaimed Video Games Icons line, and is slated for release in 2018!

PAC-MAN x ORLINSKI Sculpture Kickstarter

The PAC-MAN X ORLINSKI Kickstarter campaign is presented to you by Neamedia, in collaboration with worldwide contemporary artist Richard Orlinski and support and license from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe. Go HERE for more information and to back this project!