Toys”R”Us Exclusive X-O Manowar / Bloodshot MiniMates

August 14, 2015March 2, 2015 by The Comic Book Critic

Valiant Unveils X-O Manowar/Bloodshot MiniMates Two-Packs – Debuting in Toys”R”Us This Month!

This month, Valiant Entertainment is releasing their first two-pack MiniMates action figures as a Toys”R”Us exclusive item featuring a free comic book digital download and a never-before-seen Valiant comic book insert.

Press Release

This winter, two of the greatest heroes of the Valiant Universe are stepping into three dimensions for the first Valiant MiniMates two-pack – a Toy”R”Us-exclusive debut now on sale in stores nationwide and at ToysRUs.com! The alien-armored Visigoth hero X-O Manowar and indestructible commando Bloodshot make their MiniMate debut in a specially designed two-pack that comes complete with both heroes’ signature accessories, alternate parts, and an exclusive, never-before-seen Valiant comic book insert! Each Valiant MiniMates two-pack also includes a free comic book digital download offer, powered by comiXology.

The Walking Dead TV Series 3 Action Figures From McFarlane Toys

March 27, 2013 by The Comic Book Critic

‘THE WALKING DEAD’ TV SERIES 3 ACTION FIGURES

In Stores This Now …And There Is No Escape!

Line Features Five New Figures from the Series’ Third Season

Press Release

Sunday night will bring the highly anticipated season 3 finale of AMC’s The Walking Dead, and just in time for the event is McFarlane Toys newest line of AMC The Walking Dead TV action figures of Merle Dixon, Michonne, Autopsy Zombie, Michonne’s Zombie Pet 1 and Pet 2.

Some of this season’s most iconic characters and zombies have been immortalized by McFarlane Toys. This third figure line, in stores now showcases two new lethal zombie slayers, along with three more decaying zombies from the show.

Hasbro Ultimate Spider-Man Action Figure

November 1, 2012 by The Comic Book Critic

Discussion: Hasbro Ultimate Spider-Man
Action Figure

Still does what a spider can. Pretty much.

Manufacturer: Hasbro
Released: Fall 2012
Retail Price: $15.99

One of my first articles here at Comic Book Critic was about Ultimate Spider-Man and how much I ended up liking Miles Morales as Spidey. So, imagine my surprise when walking down my local Wal-Mart’s toy aisle and seeing this:

Toy Review: Kraang (TMNT) by Playmates Toys

October 3, 2012 by The Comic Book Critic

Toy Review: Kraang by Playmates Toys

Who knew having a brain was so much fun?

Figure: Kraang
Line: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Manufacturer: Playmates Toys
Retail: $8.99 US

Ok. Here’s the thing with me and toys… I don’t necessarily have to be into a “property” to buy some (all) of the figures. If a figure is “cool” or “unusual” enough, I’ll gladly fork over the bucks for it. Likewise, I can really be into a property, but if the figures are stupid, I won’t get them.

DC Collectibles Replaces DC Direct

April 11, 2012April 11, 2012 by The Comic Book Critic

DC Collectibles features high-end collectible products and toys based on characters from DC Comics, Vertigo and MAD

Press release

DC Entertainment announced today that its collectibles product line, previously known as DC Direct, has been re-launched with a new brand – DC Collectibles. Additionally, in early May 2012 DC Collectibles will expand its online store (www.DCComics.com/Collectibles) to offer its entire product line for sale on the web, in addition to the line’s primary availability in comic book retail locations. For those fans who prefer to purchase a product in-store, the website will also provide information on the closest retail location that carries a particular DC Collectibles product.