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While DC fans are already well aware of the upcoming character lineups heading to retail shelves, we just got a brand-new look at how these toys will actually present themselves in stores. Prominent UK-based collectible retailer InDemand Toys took to Facebook to share a gallery of new packaging images from the highly anticipated Mattel Core DC toy line. Accompanied by the caption, “Here is some…

The portal has opened once again. Following the success of Todd McFarlane’s initial foray into re-releasing highly sought-after, premium figures, McFarlane Toys has officially launched McFarlane Vault Wave 2. For DC action figure fans who missed out on these incredibly popular releases the first time around, or those looking to secure upgraded versions with collector-focused packaging, today,…

Entertainment Earth and McFarlane Toys have dropped a brand-new teaser image confirming that McFarlane Super Powers Wave 14 is officially coming soon. According to the official announcement, we will not have to wait very long to add these retro-style beauties to our shelves. The full wave is scheduled to go live for preorder on June 25. The Return of a Nostalgic Powerhouse When McFarlane Toys…

Custom action figure creators are pushing the boundaries of what indie toy brands can achieve, and Level 7 Toys is leading the charge with premium 3 3/4″ releases. Hot on the heels of their highly anticipated announcement regarding “The Boy Scout” custom figure, the independent toy studio has officially revealed the perfect companion piece to complete the world’s finest duo. The Level 7 Toys…

LPZZ, recently rebranded as UPFinegures (UPFIG), has officially dropped a dark, cryptic teaser hinting that Robert Pattinson’s iconic version of the Dark Knight is finally getting the premium articulated treatment. This is hot off the heels of their Catwoman announcement. The brief social media update came via their official Instagram handle. It features a shadowy glimpse alongside the…

Action figure manufacturer U-P-Finegures (popularly known to collectors as LPZZ) has officially teased their next upcoming release on social media. According to a recent Instagram post from the official account @lpzz_official, the company is diving back into the Rocksteady video game universe with the LPZZ Arkham Knight Catwoman 1/12 scale action figure. The simple yet exciting social media post…

A major retail listing leak has the action figure community buzzing! The leak offers an extensive look at what McFarlane Toys has planned for the DC Multiverse line. The leaked text sheet outlines multiple unannounced waves, pointing to an aggressive expansion into DC’s contemporary comic book initiatives, highly requested multimedia deep-cuts, and premium collector tiers. The headline of these…

Mattel is making a massive push back into our collections. While many adult collectors are eagerly awaiting the high-end releases slated for next year, the “Core” mass-market line is hitting retail shelves right now. I recently tracked down the brand-new Mattel DC Core 12-inch figures of Batman, Superman, and The Flash. Priced at a budget-friendly $12.95 each, these large-scale entries are…

The road to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 is officially heating up. In a newly released social media teaser, Beast Kingdom dropped an awesome “Wanted” poster layout showcasing six mysterious figures (five of which are DC) scheduled to make landfall at SDCC 2026 Booth #2849. With the event running from July 23–26, 2026, the countdown has officially begun. The drop features four highly sought-after…

A nice custom action figure exclusively available at JoeFest 2026 is set to turn the heads of classic comic book fans everywhere. Action figure creator Level 7 Toys has officially announced their newest custom offering: Level 7 Toys The Boy Scout. Inspired by iconic retro aesthetics, this premium custom piece is bringing heavy silver-age vibes mixed with modern, high-end production techniques to…

The collector community is buzzing today following an official announcement from McFarlane Toys regarding the highly anticipated McFarlane Toys Vault Wave 2. The company took to social media to give action figure fans a first look at what is coming next to their exclusive collector portal, confirming that new figures are officially on the horizon. Leading the charge for the second wave is none…

Fisher-Price is expanding its incredibly popular preschool line with two brand-new additions scheduled to arrive in July 2026. Available now for pre-order, these sets bring classic comic book rivalries, specialized vehicles, and an unexpected monstrous twist to the toy line. Whether you are shopping for a young hero-in-training or expanding your own collection, these upcoming releases offer…

The wait is officially over. Today marks a historic moment for action figure fans as Mattel officially reclaims its stake in the DC Universe. The highly anticipated debut wave of Mattel DC Core figures pre-orders are going live right now, unleashing a massive Sunday launch that signals a brand-new era for Gotham City and beyond. If you want to secure these brand-new Mattel releases before they…

The wait is nearly over for collectors who backed McFarlane Toy’s latest crowdfunding venture. A new customer support update from the McFarlane Toys Store has provided an official timeline for the highly anticipated Drawing Board 5 project, giving fans a clear picture of when these exclusive figures will finally land on doorsteps. According to an email response sent directly from McFarlane Toys…

This coming Sunday, May 31, 2026, Mattel makes its triumphant return to the DC Universe with the official retail launch of its highly anticipated Mattel DC Core figures. This initial wave represents stage one of Mattel recapturing the DC toy license from Spin Master, focusing on accessible, high-quality, kid-oriented action figures before expanding into dedicated collector lines later next year.…

I am just going to come right out and say it: the Medicom MAFEX Knightfall Bane (No. 216) may be one of the best 1/12 scale action figures I have ever owned. When it comes to capturing the absolute presence, powerhouse articulation, and iconic page-to-shelf sculpt of a ’90s comic villain, Medicom absolutely nailed it. But commanding a premium price tag of $109.99, is this release truly flawless?…

If you are a follower of high-end DC Comics collectibles, import retailer Hobby-Genki just dropped an update on Instagram. Kaiyodo is officially expanding its DC Comics lineup with the reveal of the Revoltech Amazing Yamaguchi Black Flash action figure. According to the early retailer tease, pre-orders are scheduled to launch soon. For fans of the Scarlet Speedster, this announcement opens up…