Feb 04

Star Wars collectors, rejoice!  Hasbro has been working on a new and improved version of the classic AT-AT toy, scaled to work with the current set of 3 3/4 inch action figures.  In a Toy Fair 2010 press release issued today, they revealed some great details on what to expect when it hits shelves in August this year:

STAR WARS AT-AT

In space, size does matter, and Hasbro certainly kept that in mind when creating its all-new, highly detailed STAR WARS AT-AT. The AT-AT (All Terrain Armored Transport) played a significant role in the Empire’s military assault in THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, and it will play an equally important role in every fan’s toy collection this year! Measuring more than 24 inches tall, nearly 28 inches long, and 12 inches wide, this colossal vehicle holds up to 20 STAR WARS figures – 6 of which can fit in its head alone! – and includes so many play and electronic features true to its on-screen counterpart that it’s hard to believe! From the zip-line in its body and articulated legs for superb poseability, to its LED lights and authentic movie sounds and phrases, this is the must-have addition for STAR WARS fans of all ages. Includes a 3 ¾ inch AT-AT driver action figure and a pop-out speeder bike.

(Approximate Retail Value: $99.99; Ages: 5 & up; Available: August 1, 2010)

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Jan 21
R2-MK Disney Parks Exclusive

R2-MK Disney Parks Exclusive

Spring 2010 brings a new character to the Star Wars galaxy of Hasbro action figures: R2-MK, an astromech droid in classic Mickey Mouse colors and distinctive mouse ears.  Available exclusively at Disney Parks in California and Florida, the R2-MK figure will be packed with Jedi Mickey and retail for about $19.  It’s a nice addition to the fun, creative line of Disney Star Wars / Star Tours figures.

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Dec 17

Avatar Movie PosterJames Cameron’s film Avatar opens here in the US on Friday, December 18th (showtime/tickets), and so far the initial reviews are pretty goodAvatar is the story of a wounded ex-marine, Jake Sully, pushed into a growing conflict between human settlement expansion/ exploitation of an exotic planet called Pandora and the native Na’vi.  As an Avatar, a human mind in an alien body, Jake ultimately finds himself in a desperate fight for the survival of the indigenous people.

The hype and expectations are pretty high for this movie, and with a big blockbuster science fiction film comes blockbuster merchandising.  Here are some of the products and collectibles out now or coming soon.

Jake Sully Avatar Figure

Jake Sully Avatar Figure

Avatar Movie T-shirt

Avatar Movie T-shirt

Sideshow Collectibles AVATAR AMP Suit

Sideshow AVATAR AMP Suit

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Oct 28

Doctor Who 3rd Doctor With Giant Maggots

Doctor Who 3rd Doctor With Giant Maggots

Doctor Who Merch is offering an exclusive Doctor Who figure from Underground Toys.  The Third Doctor, played by Jon Pertwee, is reflected in this exclusive figure in his black jacket with red piping and long trousers, plus his versatile sonic screwdriver.  Joining the Doctor are three deadly, toxic giant maggots (gotta love chemically induced mutations), as seen in the episode “The Green Death”.

Available from Doctor Who Merch.  Retail price $39.99

For UK collectors, a similar figure is available from Forbidden Planet

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Oct 23
Playmates Star Trek Figures Wave 2

Playmates Star Trek Figures Wave 2

While only three figures in the Star Trek Movie Figure Wave 2 assortment from Playmates were originally intended to be exclusive to Entertainment Earth, they all are now.  For about $70, you can get the ten 3.75″ action figures only from Entertainment Earth when they come out in January 2010.  Not a bad way to complete your figure collection and the pieces needed to finish off the Star Trek Movie Enterprise Bridge Playset.

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