We repoted on this announcement just a year ago, but news out on Bloomberg informs us, Niantic, the company behind the Transformers Heavy Metal AR Mobile Game, have announced layoffs and cutbacks that include cancellation of the Transformers game, as stated below:Gaming company Niantic Inc., which has struggled to find another big hit following its 2016 game Pokémon Go, canceled four projects and will cut about 85 to 90 jobs.

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HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price:$24.99/Available: Spring2023)
STAR WARS fans and collectors can imagine scenes from the STAR WARSgalaxy with this premium 6-inch STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIESOBI-WAN KENOBI (JABIIM)figure, inspired by the character’s appearancein the STAR WARS: OBI-WAN KENOBI series. Fans and collectors can display this fully articulated figure featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulationin theircollection. This STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES figure comes withaLightsaber accessory. Available for pre-order June 30that 1PM ET at our sponsors Entertainment Earth and BigBadToyStore.com.

Following the initial reveal, we have more details on the Transformers Beast Wars Monopoly Edition Board Game. The new retail images by way of Canadian retailer, Toy Snowman, shown the full set contents as well some game play aspects.The set includes the standard metal game tokens for players to chose modeled on characters from the series including robot and beast modes for Maximals Optimus Primal, Rattrap, Cheetor, and Dinobot as well as Predacons Megatron, Blackarachnia, and Waspinator.

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Thanks to Darkhawk79 on TFW who's found the unannounced Transformers Squeezelings figures at Dollar Tree in Arkansas. The fully licensed Authentics SD Mini-PVC figure are blind packed, containing one each of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron or Starscream. Read on to see the report and images that follow below.

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Never before has an undertaking such as this occurred – our project is the first 6-inch scale G.I. Joe Classified Series Cobra H.I.S.S. vehicle for which everyone has been clamoring. A mere $299.99 grants backers the base offering of my technological wonder, the H.I.S.S., as well as a highly-articulated Cobra H.I.S.S. Driver Action Figure with premium deco, detailing, and articulation for poseability. The vehicle itself contains an astounding level of detail and features allowing for myriad posing and display options.

This crowdfunded project will run from June 29th 2022 11:00AM ET to August 15th 11:59PM ET. If successful, the project will begin shipping Fall 2023.

*Early-Bird Special Offering: Cobra H.I.S.S. Tactician Figure:

If the HasLab G.I. JOE Classified Series HISS Tank campaign reaches its minimum goal of 8,000 backers before 11:59 PM EST on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, all project backers will receive the exclusive G.I. JOE Classified Series Cobra HISS Tactician figure.

Pre-order yours via Hasbropulse.com!

Multiple Classified Stretch Goal Unlocks

Beyond this mechanical marvel I have developed, Cobra Commander has tasked me with implementing several potential enhancements to the base offering of the G.I Joe Classified Series H.I.S.S. vehicle. Scrap Iron and I are devising upgrades to expand its destructive capabilities. But that is all dependent upon the whims of our financial backers. Should enough investors fund the campaign, we shall reveal those Classified offerings in due time.

8,000 backers to fully fund the campaign
10,000 backers to unlock Cobra H.I.S.S. Classified Upgrade #1
12,000 backers to unlock Cobra H.I.S.S. Classified Upgrade #2
14,000 backers to unlock Cobra H.I.S.S. Classified Upgrade #3
16,000 backers to unlock Cobra H.I.S.S. Classified Upgrade #4

Early-Bird Special Offering: Cobra H.I.S.S. Tactician Action Figure inspired by Ron Rudat’s designs

The Baroness is fond of reminding me of that insipid platitude of the early bird getting the worm, but in this instance, it seems rather fitting. As a means of incentivizing backers to ensure the successful funding of the H.I.S.S. project early in the campaign, our HasLab partners have concocted their own devious schemes. If the project fully funds by reaching 8,000 backers within the first week of launch (before midnight on Wednesday July 6th), everyone who backs the H.I.S.S. HasLab project through the end of the campaign will receive an exclusive Cobra H.I.S.S. Tactician figure with deco inspired by the designs of legendary G.I. Joe designer Ron Rudat – the very man who put me, Destro, in an iron mask. Backers will get to help choose the color-scheme inspiration for the final deco of the Tactician figure once the campaign ends. And remember, each figure included in the offering is exclusive to the HasLab, and will be individually boxed with its own artwork, and number in the G.I. Joe Classified Series sequence. Should the base offering of the campaign not fund within that window, the opportunity to acquire your own Tactician figure will be lost forever.
The fate of the Cobra H.I.S.S. Campaign is in your hands

With the successful funding of the G.I. Joe Classified Series Cobra H.I.S.S. project I shall bring the world to its knees. But until then, its fate lies solely in the hands of the backers. They and they alone wield the true power to bring my vision to fruition. They must attain a minimum of 8,000 backers before the end of the campaign on August 15th or else Cobra shall never unleash its might upon the forces of G.I. Joe. We cannot allow those do-gooders to triumph. Let the countdown commence!


Cobra partners with HasLab for world domination

As a result, M.A.R.S. Industries has subcontracted HasLab, who were unwitting accomplices in our Cobra Hack of the G.I. Joe Skystriker campaign, to crowdfund the production and distribution of the first-ever G.I Joe Classified Series Cobra H.I.S.S. (High Speed Sentry) vehicle in 6-inch scale. They will carry the water to realize my genius. They need to reach 8,000 backers to officially fund the project. This HasLab campaign begins June 29th and ends in 47 days just before midnight on August 15th. If funded, they anticipate final delivery in Fall of 2023.


First time in 6-inch scale

Never before has an undertaking such as this occurred – our project is the first 6-inch scale G.I. Joe Classified Series Cobra H.I.S.S. vehicle for which everyone has been clamoring. A mere $299.99 grants backers the base offering of my technological wonder, the H.I.S.S., as well as a highly-articulated Cobra H.I.S.S. Driver Action Figure with premium deco, detailing, and articulation for poseability. The vehicle itself contains an astounding level of detail and features allowing for myriad posing and display options.


Multiple lighting combinations with Cobra Insignia Beacon

The H.I.S.S. vehicle contains battery-powered interior and exterior LED lighting features. At the push of a single button, you can turn on the H.I.S.S.-vision lights, the interior cockpit heads-up display, headlights, fog lights, rear Cobra convoy lights, and, most impressively, the Cobra Insignia Beacon. This unique invention of M.A.R.S. Industries projects the Cobra logo on the ground ahead of the vehicle.

I’ve teamed with Dr. Mindbender to enhance this projection with his special combination of “illuminator intimidator” rays that will surely send the Joes cowering in fear should they cross the path of the beams. A secondary red LED light illuminates the rear cargo space to preserve any troopers’ night vision when the door is lowered, and they deploy.


M.A.R.S. Industries Feature Innovations

Only my technological brilliance could possibly have engineered the state-of-the-art weapon accessories and design achievements offered by the G.I. Joe Classified Series Cobra H.I.S.S. vehicle. It’s a modern update of the original classic Cobra armored terror. I have instructed the HasLab Marketing team to draft a comprehensive list of features that is readily digestible by even the most provincial layman:

Functioning wheels with moving treads: Rotating sprockets and wheels spin as the treads roll forward or backward.
Elaborately-detailed command cockpit interior: The Cobra H.I.S.S. Driver Action Figure sits buckled with a 5-point harness adorned with Cobra logo before an illuminated control panel. You can pose the figure operating the articulated joystick and throttle controls while targeting Joe combatants.
“Gull-wing” Canopy: The vehicle comes with features “gull wing” functioning doors with independent right and left sides that lift from center hinges allowing the Driver to enter from either side of the H.I.S.S.
Rear Cargo Bay: The rear personnel platform provides standing room for additional troops who can be posed holding the functional handrails. Below that is a retractable tow hitch on the rear of the vehicle. The center of the personnel platform flips up allowing the rear cargo door to drop. That reveals an illuminated troop transport cargo space. Inside is a jump seat and a weapon accessory storage rack.
Articulated turret with poseable cannon accessories: The 360-degree rotating turret includes control details and fits an additional G.I. Joe Classified Series Action Figure (sold separately). The Double “Diablo” Cannon accessories can swivel and elevate independently from one another.
Removable engine cover detail: Behind the cockpit sits the M.A.R.S.-developed HISS-CS22 propulsion unit detail beneath a removable cover. It connects to side exhaust port details.
Removable armor plating skirt: The Cobra H.I.S.S. comes with a removable armor plating skirt detail with reactive armor to provide extra protection for the road wheels
Extendable cockpit boarding ladders: Flip-down boarding ladders descend from each side of the H.I.S.S. granting the Driver easier access to the cockpit.


G.I. Joe Classified Series Cobra H.I.S.S. Driver 6-Inch Scale Action Figure

What H.I.S.S. would be complete without its Driver? This G.I. Joe Classified Series figure included in the base offering comes ready for action, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability along with 4 weapon accessories. It comes individually boxed with its own artwork and number in the G.I. Joe Classified Series sequence, and will only be available through this HasLab offering. Anyone like me who cannot abide incompleteness in their collections should be certain to back this campaign to ensure no glaring omissions on their shelves.
 

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The official Takara TOMY Transformers channel has posted in-hand images of the Transformers Anti-Gravity Pedestal Tenseg bases. The image shows the Clear,Autobot and Decepticon versions setup with difference classes of figures in battle. Presumably, that is what these were design for? Look for the Tenseg bases to ship June 30th.

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The official Takara TOMY channel has posted images previewing their Masterpiece MP-52 Starscream Version 2.0 Jetron Campaign exclusive parts set. The images show the packaging along with shots of the Coronation Starscream upgrades that include his crown, shoulder extensions, cape and other parts. Read on to see the translated update from Takara TOMY followed by the images of the set,Transformers Masterpiece Jetron Campaign will be shipped sequentially from today.

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The official Takara TOMY channel has posted an images previewing the five faces of their Transformers Masterpiece MP-57 Skyfire figure. Check out the alternate expressions that will be included with the Takara TOMY Mall exclusive. Read on to see the official translated update with image that follows.

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Masters of the Universe Masterverse New Eternia Skeletor Action Figure Satisfying Video Review

Some reuse, some new parts all Skeletor goodness!
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Marvel Legends Bonebreaker BAF Wave Vulcan Action Figure Satisfying Video Review

This should be the base for male Legends going forward, not perfect, but with a few tweaks, it could be.
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Marvel Legends Bonebreaker BAF Wave Maggott Action Figure Satisfying Video Review

Don't know anything about this dude, except that he looks dang good!
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Diamond Marvel Select Uatu The Watcher Reissue Action Figure Satisfying Video Review

Big head, little legs with no articulation, but he is the only comic version of the Watcher that we can get; also, you can get this guy now for way less than the eBay taxed prices of the past few years.

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Star Wars Black Series  Jedi Fallen Order Nightbrother Archer VS Warrior Action Figure Review

I said the Warrior has single-jointed elbows, no bicep articulation. Feels like a cheap cash grab with unnecessary old part reuse that the awesome design can't make up for. This guy is EXACTLY the same, with a new color and a different weapon.

It's Wednesday and you know what that means: ToyFarce reviews!

This week, we're having a look at the weird pairing of April O'Neil with Scott Stapp, the singer of Creed, by NECA (or 'Casey Jones', as it was written on the box). Those figures are from the farmhouse scene in the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle movie, when April O'Neil goes there to recover after a successful surgery to get better looking knees articulations (I haven't seen the movie in a while).

NECA has taken a page from the old Kenner book, and started doing figures from scenes that only lasted a few minutes in the movie (like the "Shadow Warriors" 2-pack, that was taken from a flashback scene that lasted a couple of minutes), so we are now getting those figures with the clothes they wore during the farmhouse scene. Well... we're still buying them, so I guess it's working!

April has a different blouse and skirt from the previous version of the figure, and vest-less Casey has the same mask-less facesculpts as the single release from a few months ago. The set comes with... *inhales* an extra headsculpt for April, an extra masked headsculpt for Casey, extra hands for both, Casey's mask, a bottle of juice, a bottle of turtle wax, 2 drawings with 3 pencils, binoculars, tools (a hammer and a wrench) and a katana.

The Creed singer likeness is pretty spot on, and it goes very well with the TMNT Musical Mutagen tour set! NECA has always done some nice figures from musicians so let's hope they'll do even more down the line. I just hope they won't put them in two-packs with characters from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie!

More news at 11:00... With Arms Wide Opeeeen!

While not yet officially announced by McFalrane Toys, earlier this month we got our first look at their DC Direct 5" Super Powers line with Darkseid.

Well it seems despite McFarlane being mum about these they are already starting to hit stores. When you go to eBay you will find multiple in-hand listings now for Darkseid and thanks to Mario on social media we also now have a first in-hand look at the Superman figure.

From the back of the packaging for these figures we also see a Batman figure is coming along with Batwing and Supermobile vehicles. The packaging pays tribute to the original DC Super Powers line from the 80s. Details such as prices have yet to emerge and no idea when McFarlane will get around to officially announcing these, though with them already hitting retail I would say that will be coming soon.