COLD SLITHER To Appear At San Diego Comic Con For Exclusive Signing Event

 Reigning Phoenix Music, in collaboration with Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, is thrilled to announce that the members of COLD SLITHER will be making a special appearance at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 for a limited in-person signing session.

Fans can meet the band at the Stern Pinball/Reigning Phoenix Music Booth (#4029) on Friday, July 25th from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. This marks the first official signing for the reimagined heavy metal band, based on the infamous fictional rockers from the classic 1985 animated series G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero.

The signing celebrates a wave of exciting developments for Cold Slither, including the release of their new single “Thunder Machine”, now streaming on all major platforms. The ferocious new track, inspired by the Dreadnoks' menacing battle rig, is a sonic onslaught of cinematic riffs and raw energy, solidifying COLD SLITHER’s place in the modern metal scene. 

Factory Entertainment Reveals Its Plans For San Diego Comic-Con 2025

 

Factory Entertainment Reveals Its Plans For San Diego Comic-Con 2025

San Diego, CA, USA – Factory Entertainment, a fan-favorite producer of licensed pop-culture collectibles, and a staple exhibitor at San Diego Comic-Con since 2011, has revealed its 2025 line of Convention Exclusive Premiere items, which will be available for purchase for the first time anywhere at its booth (#2743) at SDCC.

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!” 

SIDESHOW REVEALS ALL-NEW MYTHOS YODA

Sideshow's much loved Mythos line continues with the ultra-dynamic new Yoda™ Mythos Statue! This deluxe Star Wars™ collectible envisions Yoda as he may have appeared earlier in his journey with the Jedi™.

Sideshow's Mythos line of statues and figures are unique fine art collectibles that allow the collector to imagine what could have been, but maybe never was. Myths meant to be initiated by the eye and completed by the mind.

 

Witness a master rising! The Yoda Mythos Statue captures a glimpse of the enigmatic Jedi during his younger days as a galactic peacekeeper. Lightsaber™ ignited and arm outstretched, he bursts through the shattered and smoldering wreckage of a ship’s hull! Though short of stature, Yoda proves that even the smallest being can make the biggest impact through the living Force.

 

The gravity-defying Yoda Mythos Statue is fully sculpted with meticulously hand-painted textures and details throughout. Yoda is depicted wearing his signature blissl™ necklace and a set of beaded bracelets on his wrists. 

 

Furthermore, a limited Sideshow Exclusive Variant also includes an additional interchangeable portrait featuring a top-knot hairstyle plus a swap-out "motion-swipe effect" lightsaber blade. These exclusive display options give fans an opportunity to change Yoda’s battle-ready appearance with additional elements of Star Wars Mythos storytelling.

This imaginative look at the legendary Yoda’s life is a must-have for Star Wars fans of any era.

 

There is no try — jump into action and add the Yoda Mythos Statue to your Star Wars collection today! Available to pre-order from Sideshow.

 

Gentle Giant LTD Launches a New Star Wars Mini-Bust for St. Patrick’s Day

It’s time to go green! Once again, St. Patrick’s Day is upon us, a day for celebration of Irish culture, most visibly by the wearing of the green! In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Gentle Giant LTD is proud to introduce their newest 1/6 Scale Star Wars mini-bust, the green-skinned Gamorrean Guard!

When Boba Fett took over the criminal empire of Jabba the Hutt, deposing Bib Fortuna, he inherited the loyalty of two Gamorreans, who acted as bodyguards to the new daimyo of Mos Espa. Based on the guards’ appearance in Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett, this all-new mini-bust stands approximately 6 inches tall and depicts one of the porcine warriors in a fighting stance, with his dagger at his waist.

Limited to only 1000 pieces, the Star Wars Book of Boba Fett Gamorrean Guard 1/6 Scale Mini-Bust comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. Exclusively available at gentlegiantltd.com! Pre-orders open now for Premier Guild members, and Friday, March 17 at 9 AM PST/12 PM PST for the general public!

Hot Toys Luke Skywalker

The finale of the second season of The Mandalorian™ thrilled Star Wars fans worldwide with the shocking appearance of Luke Skywalker.

Single-handedly dispatching an entire platoon of Moff Gideon's™ Dark Troopers™with ease, fans saw how Luke, who rose from humble beginnings as a farmboy on Tatooine™, became one of the greatest Jedi™ the galaxy has ever known.

This screen-accurate Luke Skywalker collectible figure features a newly developed hand-painted headsculpt, a skillfully tailored Jedi outfit and cloak, a lightsaber™ with LED light-up function, a display base, a 1/6 scale Grogu™ figure, and much, much more...

 

The Deluxe Version of the figure also includes a battle-damaged Dark Trooper bust with LED light-up elements to enable fans to re-enact the memorable moment when Luke crushed it by using the Force!

And that's not all — the Sideshow Exclusive Special Edition also includes a hologram figure of Moff Gideon’s light cruiser and holoprojector as bonus accessories.

See more images, and find out more about each version of this astonishing new collectible, HERE. Available to pre-order now.

The Loyal Subjects TMNT BST AXN figures Wave 4 Pre-Order

The Loyal Subjects BST AXN TMNT Wave 4: The Loyal Subjects crushed it in 2021 with their breakout BST AXN TMNT 80’s comic inspired action figures. Following up in early Spring 2023, TLS is bringing April O’Neil into the BST AXN character universe, along with the villain Slash, and new looks on Rocksteady, and Krang w/ Walker (a crazy purple metallic color edition). Each TMNT BST AXN item will include more enhanced sculpt details, and the killer signature crisp deco, multiple head portraits, several hand grips, 31 points of articulation, Japan inspired 1:15th scale, and signature accessories fans love, and associate with the TLS BST AXN lines.  Look out for exclusive color versions at Target; Monochrome Urban Legends Casey Jones, April O’Neil with orange boots and costuming details, GID Slash, and purple metallic Krang w/ Walker.  Exclusive limited edition, collectible metallic foil cards will also be included with the Target exclusive Wave 4 versions!   Wave 4 TMNT BST AXN items will also be available at Walmart, GameStop, Calendar Club, BAM, Amazon, Entertainment Earth, and your favorite local comic book shops. 

Sideshow's Miles Morales Statue

Sideshow presents the Miles Morales Premium Format™ Figure, a dynamic new Marvel collectible swinging straight to your shelf.

When young Miles Morales is bitten by an Oz formula-enhanced spider, he develops strange superhuman powers. Miles’ new abilities, which include camouflage, increased agility, and a stun blast, eventually lead him to take on the mantle of Spider-Man.

 

Based on the hero’s iconic appearance in Marvel Comics, Miles Morales pops off the page into three-dimensional Spider-Man collectible form. The Miles Morales Premium Format Figure shows the young hero as he swings over the New York City skyline. The unique forced perspective base gives a spider’s eye view of Miles’ neighborhood, complete with a subway train making its way to the next stop on the line.

 

HOT TOYS' SCOUT TROOPER AND SPEEDER BIKE

Sideshow's latest UNBOXING VIDEO reveals the stunning new Scout Trooper™ and Speeder Bike™ 1/6 Scale Figure Set by Hot Toys.

The highly accurate Star Wars™ Scout Trooper collectible figure is based on the character’s appearance during the thrilling speeder bike sequences in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™. It features a newly developed helmet and armor with weathered effects, a finely tailored fabric bodysuit, a blaster pistol, and a blaster rifle. The articulated figure comes with a variety of gloved hands to allow for a range of pose options.

The expertly crafted Speeder Bike showcases the technical details of the vehicle with meticulous paint application, articulated foot pedals, steering vane, and engine flaps — all of which allow for a variety of poses. It also comes with a cargo bag and a themed display stand reminiscent of the terrain on Endor™.

This Scout Trooper and Speeder Bike collectible set is a wonderful addition to any Star Wars collection and can be pre-ordered via Sideshow.com.

The Scout Trooper can also be purchased separately from Sideshow.com.

 

Hot Toys Purge Trooper

Hot Toys' latest Star Wars™ collectible figures draw inspiration from the live-action appearance of the Purge Troopers™ — as seen in the hit Disney Plus series, Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi™.

Purge Troopers are a highly specialized class of Imperial soldier, trained and equipped to assist the Inquisitors™ in hunting down Jedi™ and other Force-sensitive beings who threaten the Empire.

Borrowing tactics and methods first used by the Republic soldiers who accompanied Jedi generals during the Clone Wars™, this elite group is shrouded in secrecy.

The Purge Trooper 1/6 Scale Figure is meticulously crafted and outfitted with a highly detailed and screen accurate helmet, armor, and pauldron. Accessories include a selection of interchangeable swap-out hands for a variety of posing and display options, a blaster rifle, and more!

This new Hot Toys Purge Trooper 1/6 Scale Figure is sure to be an excellent addition to your Imperial display! Available for pre-order now, via Sideshow.com.
 

G.I. JOE Team Announces New Classified Series H.I.S.S. Tank

The G.I. Joe team has officially revealed the very first Classified Series HasLab featuring the G.I. Joe Classified Series Cobra H.I.S.S. Tank. During today’s YO JOE! JUNE Fanstream on the Hasbro Pulse YouTube channel, the team showed off the new addition to the Classified Series with a fun animated video featuring the Cobra Commander. 

Fans can fund the new project for $299.00 USD with 8,000 backers needed to fund the project. The HasLab page featuring Destro’s Journal, which includes all the details around the new H.I.S.S. tank can be found here.

FIRST LOOK AT MYSTERIO’S IRON MAN ILLUSION

Just ahead of the worldwide release, Sideshow's newest UNBOXING VIDEO reveals the first look at Mysterio’s Iron Man Illusion 1/6 Scale Figure by Hot Toys.

Mysterio has trapped Spider-Man within a series of horrifying overlapping visions. Using his holographic technology and projector drones to torment and disorient the young Peter Parker, he even shows a decaying Iron Man emerging from the grave!

 

The Mysterio’s Iron Man Illusion 1/6 Scale Collectible Figure by Hot Toys is inspired by the incredible Illusion Battle in Marvel's Spider-Man: Far From Home. 

This ultra-detailed new 1/6 scale figure recreates the unsettling vision of Iron Man that Mysterio uses to terrorize Spider-Man in the movie. The Mysterio’s Iron Man Illusion 1/6 Scale Collectible Figure features heavily weathered and corroded metallic armor covered with scratches and rust. The armor includes a newly developed damaged helmet (with LED light-up function), as well as light-up LEDs on the hands and the arc reactor that add chilling drama and illuminate the exposed wiring beneath the suit. 

The elaborate diorama display base inspired by the fight scene also includes an LED light-up function, as well as additional pixelated effects and a drone with green smoke effect. 

Pre-Order the nightmarish Mysterio’s Iron Man Illusion 1/6 Scale Collectible Figure for your Marvel collection today at Sideshow.com.

Transformers Team Reveals New Top Gun Mashup and Velocitron Speedia 500 and R.E.D. Toys

The Transformers team revealed an Energon tank full of new products during today’s Hasbro Pulse Fanstream, including new products from the Transformers Legacy Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection, Transformers R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design] series, and a new collaboration with Top Gun featuring the iconic Grumman F-14 Tomcat jet from the movie. 

Transformers Legacy Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection Deluxe Blurr

(Ages 8 and Up / Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/ Available: August 1, 2022)

Universes collide! Transformers: Legacy brings together fan-favorite characters from across the Transformers multiverse, including the new Transformers Legacy Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection Deluxe Blurr robot toy. This Transformers 5.5-inch Blurr robot toy is inspired by the character’s appearance in the comics, but updated with a Generations-style design. The toy features two modes, converting from robot to racecar in 15 steps. Racing to become the next Velocitron leader, Blurr comes with blaster and Energon canteen accessories, both of which can be attached in either mode. Transformers Legacy Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection Deluxe Blurr will be available for pre-order in July exclusively at Walmart. 

THE DUDE 1/6 SCALE FIGURE FROM SIDESHOW

Just ahead of the figure's worldwide release, Sideshow's newest UNBOXING VIDEO gives fans an up-close look at The Dude 1/6 Scale Figure.

New Pre-Orders: Ahsoka Tano, She-Hulk, GI Joe and More from DST

This month, The Crow rises, Cobra strikes, Magneto wins, Elektra dares, Kraven hunts, She-Hulk grins, Ahsoka returns, Leia infiltrates and a Purge Trooper, uh, purges! It’s the Best of All Worlds! They all ship in early 2023, so pre-order at a store near you, or at diamondselecttoys.com and gentlegiantltd.com!

The Crow Eric Draven 1/6 Scale Resin Mini-Bust

A Diamond Select Toys release! It can’t rain all the time! Eric Draven returns from the dead in this, the first resin mini-bust based on The Crow! Eric wears his borrowed trenchcoat, with the Crow on his shoulder, atop a base patterned after the roof of his apartment. Measuring approximately 6 inches tall, this 1/6 Scale mini-bust features detailed sculpting and paint applications, and is limited to only 2000 pieces. It comes packaged with a certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. Designed by Caesar, sculpted by Rocco Tartamella!

Mini-Bust          SRP: $120.00

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/eric-draven-mini-bust/

NEW THOR LOVE AND THUNDER FIGURE FROM HOT TOYS

Thor is on a quest to find inner peace after traveling back in time to stop Thanos in Avengers: Endgame. As he journeys through the galaxy searching for purpose, a new threat looms: Gorr the God Butcher who seeks the extinction of the Gods! 

 

The powerful new 1/6 scale Thor collectible figure from Hot Toys presents the God of Thunder in his new costume based on Marvel Studios’ summer blockbuster - Thor: Love and Thunder! 

POTENTIAL SPOILERS AHEAD!

 

G.I. JOE team Reveals Two New Products During Instagram Livestream

 

YO JOE! JUNE continued today with a Hasbro Pulse Instagram livestream with the G.I. JOE team, which featured the reveal of all-new products that are now available for pre-order, including:

 

• G.I. Joe Retro Collection Cobra Stinger with Cobra Officer
• G.I. Joe Classified Series Tiger Force Duke & RAM Action Figure and Vehicle

The all-new Classified Series TIger Force Duke & RAM action figure and vehicle come ready for action with multiple points of articulation and eight character-inspired accessories, including weapons, backpack, binoculars and a footlocker for his gear.

With the new G.I. Joe Retro Collection Cobra Stinger with Cobra Officer from the Retro Collection, fans can imagine exciting action and adventure from the pulse-pounding world of G.I. Joe! Featuring figures and vehicles inspired by the over-50-year legacy of G.I. Joe, the Retro Collection offers classic deco, design, and multiple points of articulation, as well as packaging accentuated by retro Hasbro branding. 

Hot Toys: Buzz Lightyear

In a surprise announcement, Hot Toys has unveiled an all-new Space Ranger Alpha Buzz Lightyear 1/6 Scale Collectible Figure, with all the attention to detail and precise production that fans have come to expect from their high-end collectibles.

Drawing inspiration from Buzz Lightyear's appearance in the new movie, this meticulously crafted 1/6 scale collectible features a newly developed hand-painted head sculpt equipped with Hot Toys' innovative "rolling eyeballs feature," allowing fans to adjust Buzz's gaze while posing the figure.

The figure includes a stunning recreation of the Space Ranger suit, complete with all of Buzz's badges and insignia. Multiple layers of weathering effects add to the  realism. Accessories include Buzz Lightyear's laser gun, blade, blaster cannon, a pair of handcuffs, and more!

Furthermore, a special deluxe version of the 1/6 scale figure exclusively includes Buzz’s new companion Sox the robotic cat, Sox’s computer, and also the iconic wing pack — with two styles of swap-out metallic wings!

The Buzz Lightyear 1/6 Scale Figure, and the Buzz Lightyear (Deluxe Version) 1/6 Scale Figure, are both available for pre-order now, via Sideshow.com.

 

SIDESHOW INTRODUCES A LIFE-SIZE C-3PO

Programmed for etiquette and protocol, and fluent in over six million forms of communication, the fussy, nervous, and worrisome protocol droid with the designation C-3PO™ is not a likely candidate for acts of heroism. However, alongside his stalwart companion R2-D2™, C-3PO has found himself at the forefront of the action in many pivotal moments in galactic history.

Sideshow's latest luxury Star Wars™ collectible is an incredibly detailed and highly realistic C-3PO Life-Size Figure! This fan-favorite protocol droid stands an impressive 6’2” tall, and is situated on a Millennium Falcon™-inspired display base that mimics the ship's flooring and circuitry details.

C-3PO’s signature shining gold exterior is meticulously weathered and worn to match his on-screen appearance. The arms of the C-3PO Life-Size Figure are articulated at the shoulder joints and can be rotated to change up his posture. The magnetic restraining bolt can be removed from his torso.

 

The C-3PO Life-Size Figure also comes programmed with a randomized voice track feature. He can recite a number of iconic lines from his adventures through the Skywalker™ saga using the remote control provided. His eyes also include a light-up function that can be activated via a button on the back of his head.

Factory Entertainment Reveals 3 More SDCC Exclusives

After an exhausting day of developing complex and intricate collectibles, the Factory Entertainment team likes to wind down with an equally complex evening meal. And what better way to serve a rich and flavorful Chilean Sea Bass than on a 1:1 scale prop replica of the dinner plate on which this meal, of both exquisite taste and high quality, was served in Jurassic Park.

This officially licensed 10.5 inch prop replica plate comes with a display stand and certificate of authenticity. Get yours before they go extinct! Limited to 1000 pieces. Order yours HERE!