TMNT 2016 Action Figures - Page 7

*DVD* · 01-13-2016, 11:14 AM

I see no reason why first movie figures will cease production and distribution.
Consider hasbro: they continue to release figures from the previous movies under the latest banner. Example: Han and Leia twin set, the figures are from the 77 movie, nearly 40 years ago.

Cartoon Fanboy · 01-13-2016, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by DVD

I see no reason why first movie figures will cease production and distribution.
Consider hasbro: they continue to release figures from the previous movies under the latest banner. Example: Han and Leia twin set, the figures are from the 77 movie, nearly 40 years ago.

Well okay.

darthwahl56 · 01-13-2016, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DVD

I see no reason why first movie figures will cease production and distribution.
Consider hasbro: they continue to release figures from the previous movies under the latest banner. Example: Han and Leia twin set, the figures are from the 77 movie, nearly 40 years ago.

If your talking the Han and Leia in the current twin set released in 2015, those are not old figures. In fact both were released in two separate two packs within the last 2-3 years. The costumes and articulation given are based on their '77 toys, but the figures are new.

Now they did re-release action figures like Anakin Skywalker from a 2005 multi-pack several times over the course of 5 years. As of now though most of the Star Wars figures that had great articulation has been almost extinguished. Hasbro is mostly pushing their 5 point articulated figures now.

Playmates probably will re-release the first movie figures because they can, but I doubt they would go to the trouble of making brand new ones for the 2014 movie.

*DVD* · 01-13-2016, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by darthwahl56

If your talking the Han and Leia in the current twin set released in 2015, those are not old figures. In fact both were released in two separate two packs within the last 2-3 years. The costumes and articulation given are based on their '77 toys, but the figures are new.

Now they did re-release action figures like Anakin Skywalker from a 2005 multi-pack several times over the course of 5 years. As of now though most of the Star Wars figures that had great articulation has been almost extinguished. Hasbro is mostly pushing their 5 point articulated figures now.

Playmates probably will re-release the first movie figures because they can, but I doubt they would go to the trouble of making brand new ones for the 2014 movie.

My point was that the companies will continue to release relevant figures.
Hasbro do NOT issue their figures as they were in the 70s. The 70s Star Wars figures found themselves in Empire and then Jedi, and Tri Logo packaging. So figures from previous ranges do keep going for a while.
As a rule - toys are given a 2-5 year life span. Expect to see the 2014 movie figures in some form of generic packaging all the way through the three MB movies time framing.

darthwahl56 · 01-14-2016, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by DVD

My point was that the companies will continue to release relevant figures.
Hasbro do NOT issue their figures as they were in the 70s. The 70s Star Wars figures found themselves in Empire and then Jedi, and Tri Logo packaging. So figures from previous ranges do keep going for a while.
As a rule - toys are given a 2-5 year life span. Expect to see the 2014 movie figures in some form of generic packaging all the way through the three MB movies time framing.

Makes sense. Sounds like we were on the same page. It's nice to be able to talk about action figures with others who understands action figures in general.

alien_ken · 01-22-2016, 08:20 AM

Did you guys know about this? Space April and Casey?? Can`t seem to find any info on them anywhere??

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Teenage-Muta...oAAOSwuYVWoEZm

*Powder* · 01-22-2016, 08:25 AM

Holy crap, no, not at all! Wow, how did those slip under the radar? WTF?! April's likeness is awesome!

*Candy Kappa* · 01-22-2016, 08:27 AM

That's so cool, we've needed a new April with a better likeness.

SS Kakarot · 01-22-2016, 08:41 AM

Those look very nice indeed, great find!

AlZarkovski · 01-22-2016, 08:43 AM

And Robug!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Teenage-Muta...3D281915085807

*Candy Kappa* · 01-22-2016, 08:50 AM

Wow, Robug looks cool.

*oldmanwinters* · 01-22-2016, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by alien_ken

Did you guys know about this? Space April and Casey?? Can`t seem to find any info on them anywhere??

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Teenage-Muta...oAAOSwuYVWoEZm

Wow? Are these sold in stores?

*Powder* · 01-22-2016, 09:51 AM

Given they're in California, the state first to get new stuff, I'd say they're juuuust starting to hit. If only in CA, so far.

*The Fifth Turtle* · 01-22-2016, 09:56 AM

These actually look really well done! Shocking.

*Ninjinister* · 01-22-2016, 10:40 AM

Holy crap.

*Autbot_Benz* · 01-22-2016, 12:14 PM

Wow see Playmates could post this on their Social Media . Like what NECA does showing off upcoming figures. . Finally a new April. Looks like Casey doesn't come with any weapons which would be weird.

*Zachatello00* · 01-22-2016, 12:34 PM

Casey Jones: Space Vigilante. Awesome

When the time comes, I so want that to be my custom title on the forum.

Zak The Neutrino · 01-22-2016, 02:04 PM

I'm really surprised we haven't seen those figures shown off by DVD yet. I must have! Take my money now!!

zaktheneutrino · 01-22-2016, 02:21 PM

Just saw the Robug too! These are so sweet looking and I love that April! All three are must buys. Honestly can't believe we didn't hear a peep about these though??

Darthknuxward · 01-22-2016, 04:28 PM

Oh hell yes!

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DVD Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Shanghai Posts: 2,066	I see no reason why first movie figures will cease production and distribution. Consider hasbro: they continue to release figures from the previous movies under the latest banner. Example: Han and Leia twin set, the figures are from the 77 movie, nearly 40 years ago.

01-22-2016, 08:20 AM	#126
alien_ken Thug Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 80	Did you guys know about this? Space April and Casey?? Can`t seem to find any info on them anywhere?? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Teenage-Muta...oAAOSwuYVWoEZm

01-22-2016, 08:25 AM	#127
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,954	Holy crap, no, not at all! Wow, how did those slip under the radar? WTF?! April's likeness is awesome!

01-22-2016, 08:43 AM	#130
AlZarkovski Mad Scientist Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Russia Posts: 1,079	And Robug! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Teenage-Muta...3D281915085807

01-22-2016, 09:51 AM	#133
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,954	Given they're in California, the state first to get new stuff, I'd say they're juuuust starting to hit. If only in CA, so far.

01-22-2016, 09:56 AM	#134
The Fifth Turtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago sewer Posts: 2,488	These actually look really well done! Shocking.

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Ninjinister 無問題 Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Moesko Island, WA Posts: 14,348	Holy crap.

01-22-2016, 12:34 PM	#137
Zachatello00 On the beat! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Hiding behind the phone booth Posts: 2,137	Casey Jones: Space Vigilante. Awesome When the time comes, I so want that to be my custom title on the forum.

01-22-2016, 02:04 PM	#138
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