Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[ThreeA Toys unveils prototype Portal 2 and Metal Gear Solid 2 statuettes]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/29/threea-toys-unveils-prototype-portal-2-and-metal-gear-solid-2-st/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/29/threea-toys-unveils-prototype-portal-2-and-metal-gear-solid-2-st/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/04/29/threea-toys-unveils-prototype-portal-2-and-metal-gear-solid-2-st/#comments ImageChinese design house/ridiculously detailed toy company ThreeA Toys had many different prototype products on display during its ReVenture event in Hong Kong this weekend, but the ones we're most interested in are the astonishingly accurate reproductions of Portal 2's Altus and P-Body and Metal Gear Solid 2's Metal Gear RAY.

All three statues are prototypes and as such there's no information regarding availability, pricing, how articulated they might be or what they'll even look like once they've been painted. It's also difficult to tell whether this RAY model is the manned version created by the Marines, or the unmanned mass-produced model designed by the Patriots. Either way, we desperately want these things adorning our various fireplace mantels as soon as humanly possible. Check out high-resolution shots of all three statues in the gallery below.

Gallery: ReVenture Statue Prototypes

JoystiqThreeA Toys unveils prototype Portal 2 and Metal Gear Solid 2 statuettes originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 29 Apr 2012 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Two of the deluxe figures, Mr. Freeze and Killer Croc, will launch this June, while Titan Joker -- everyone's least favorite part of Arkham Asylum -- won't be available until November.

Gallery: DC Comics Arkham Asylum/City action figures

JoystiqArkham action figure line includes Titan Joker, Killer Croc and the Bats originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 26 Jan 2012 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-figureaction-figuresazraelbatmanBatman-Arkham-Asylum-2Batman-Arkham-Citydc-comicsjokekiller-crocras-al-ghulrocksteadyRocksteady-Studiosthe-penguinThu, 26 Jan 2012 02:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Samus morphs into an incredible action figure]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/24/samus-morphs-into-an-incredible-action-figure/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/24/samus-morphs-into-an-incredible-action-figure/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/24/samus-morphs-into-an-incredible-action-figure/#comments We agree with Samus's sentiment. The new Figma Samus Aran action figure, due out in Japan this June, easily earns a rating of "thumbs up" by our standards. The 150mm (roughly 6") figure, modeled on Samus's appearance in Metroid: Other M, includes a base, two "beam effect" accessories, five alternate hands, and even a Morph Ball version of Samus.

If you have a shelf you'd like to keep Space Pirate-free, you can pre-order your own mini-Samus from toy importer AmiAmi for around $36. While you're at it, you can also pre-order this less posable, less clothed Zero Suit Samus statuette. If you're into that kinda thing, that is.

JoystiqSamus morphs into an incredible action figure originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-figureamiamifigmaMetroid-Other-MnintendotoyswiiTue, 24 Jan 2012 20:30:00 EST<![CDATA[McFarlane's sixth Halo: Reach action figure series drops in February]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/29/mcfarlanes-sixth-halo-reach-action-figure-series-drops-in-febr/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/29/mcfarlanes-sixth-halo-reach-action-figure-series-drops-in-febr/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/29/mcfarlanes-sixth-halo-reach-action-figure-series-drops-in-febr/#comments Another platoon of Halo: Reach action figures from McFarlane Toys is set to be deployed to a toy store near you. Microsoft has revealed the Series 6 figurines, which include new individual Carded Figures and Deluxe Boxed Sets, will be available in February 2012.

New individual figures include Noble Team members Kat and Jun, an Elite Zealot, Brute Major and the Team Objectives set seen above. Finally, Kat can live forever in both our hearts and our toy display case!

JoystiqMcFarlane's sixth Halo: Reach action figure series drops in February originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 29 Dec 2011 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-figureaction-figureshaloHalo-Reachhalo-reach-series-6mcfarlane-toysmicrosofttodd-mcfarlanetoysxboxThu, 29 Dec 2011 23:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Left 4 Dead's Boomer action figure is pretty gnarly]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/16/left-4-deads-boomer-action-figure-is-pretty-gnarly/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/16/left-4-deads-boomer-action-figure-is-pretty-gnarly/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/12/16/left-4-deads-boomer-action-figure-is-pretty-gnarly/#comments You know who we'd like to see featured in the hit television program Dirty Jobs? The guy who's responsible for making this Left 4 Dead Boomer action figure. Just think: Some poor soul at NECA not only had to mold this fully articulated, pustule-covered monster -- they had to paint on his every blemish, scab and scar. There is no amount of money high enough to merit such attention to nastiness.

We won't be able to get our hands on this figure (and others from the zombie-centric hit) until next Spring, but you can be sure that when we do, our hands will be safely enveloped by gloves. Check him out in all his oozing glory after the jump.

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JoystiqLeft 4 Dead's Boomer action figure is pretty gnarly originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>action-figureL4DLeft-4-DeadmicrosoftnecapctoyxboxFri, 16 Dec 2011 18:20:00 EST<![CDATA[You'll be way into this custom Shy Guy figure]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/06/youll-be-way-into-this-custom-shy-guy-figure/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/06/youll-be-way-into-this-custom-shy-guy-figure/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/06/youll-be-way-into-this-custom-shy-guy-figure/#comments As if there weren't enough Shy Guy permutations in various Mario games haunting your dreams as it is, custom action figure crafter Jin Saotome has gone and created an even more terrifying one than normal. As seen above and more thoroughly on his personal site, Saotome's interpretation of Shy Guy is just a tad darker than Nintendo's version.

Naotome's site details the figure's composition, a careful combination of a PVC Shy Guy character mask, the body of DC Comics' Desaad and the hands of The Spirit, and a gatling gun composed of an Iron Man weapon and a Spawn weapon. The piece is currently up on eBay, fetching around $60 as of midday Friday EST, but it's also really sweet and one-of-a-kind, so you may wanna jump on that soon if Dark Shy Guy is for you.

JoystiqYou'll be way into this custom Shy Guy figure originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 06 May 2011 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The adorable Scribblenaut himself, Maxwell, is heading to toy stores this June. First, he's an action figure, complete with a pencil and notebook used to create anything you can dream of. Then while you're dreaming, you can hug a little plush Maxwell, available for $10 plus shipping.

JoystiqScribblenauts' Maxwell now available for pre-order in toy form originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Everyone's favorite character from Borderlands is getting a toy, courtesy of NECA. No, we're not talking about a Scooter action figure (though that sounds like an excellent idea), we're talking about bounty board attendant supreme, CL4P-TP -- Claptrap, for short.

NECA was on-hand at Comic-Con this past weekend, showing off the prototype above. The final version, which will be able to recite lines from the game, is slated for release this October. Frankly, we can't wait to get our own, mostly because we've always wondered what kind of loot our house has been hiding.

JoystiqHey, check out this Claptrap toy, everybody -- it's dancing, it's dancing originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Attention collectors: Entertainment Earth has netted the exclusive rights to release this special edition Halo 3 pale-yellow EVA (Extra Vehicular Activity) figure. The $15 figure comes complete with needler and flare and ships sometime in April. For those looking to add this to their collection, EE recommends you pre-order soon because the product will be limited. But they always say things are extremely limited... don't they?

[via THEBBPS]

JoystiqEntertainment Earth shows off exclusive pale-yellow EVA figure originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Today, Capcom decided to reveal the box art and this prototype figure for Bionic Commando through its community blog. Check out Nathan, all decked out in his Bionic logo tank-top and rad arm. Take a really good look though because Capcom hasn't decided if the figure will be made available let customers know when, how or if the product will be made available.

Why would Capcom bother showing you then? Gauge customer interest of course! Looking to add another super solider to your wall of heroes? This might be the one you're missing.

Let's say, for the sake of argument, that this six-inch tall prototype was included in a special edition of Bionic Commando priced to own for an extra $20. Interested now? What if we put Todd McFarlane's stamp of approval on it? Come on. Someone must want this thing kicking around.

Ed. Note: This toy was not developed by McFarlane Toys. The reference was a joke.

JoystiqCapcom shows us a Bionic figure we may never get originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 30 Sep 2008 23:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Today, the Capcom Blog decided to reveal the box art and a prototype figurine for Bionic Commando. The thing about the figurine, though, is that the company has no idea when, where, how or if the general consumer will be able to get one.

OK, we have no idea what the point of showing off the six-inch tall prototype is other than to gauge consumer interest. So, fine, we'll bite. It's kinda sexy. What say y'all? Would you pay $20 more if it came in one of those "limited edition" packages these companies are so fond of?

JoystiqCapcom shows off Bionic Commando prototype figurine originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 30 Sep 2008 23:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Secret Agent Clank figurines are currently available for those who pre-order the game at GameStop. A post by Sony America producer Frank Simon on the PlayStation Blog says that the toy will be available with pre-order -- dramatic pause -- "while supplies last." We've been told the figure is bendable, but not posable.

Secret Agent Clank won't be saving the galaxy until June 17, but a demo is currently available on the PSN.

JoystiqSecret Agent Clank figure with GameStop pre-order originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 27 May 2008 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Recently, the sculpting adolescents over at hyperchild proudly announced that they're working on officially licensed Mass Effect statues that are set to release throughout 2008. The first of these polyresin statues to be released will be none other than box art poster man Commander Shepard who, we must say, is quite the charmer. The Shepard statue will release in February 2008, be eight inches tall, limited to only 2,500 pieces, hand numbered and command a collector's price of $89. And, since these are statues and not action figures they're for display purposes only and can not be articulated or played with. Unless you want to bang him up against your Big Daddy, but that's not our idea of fun. You can pre-order the Mass Effect Commander Shepard statue exclusively at HighDome and you can stay up to date on its production over at the Digital Ritalin blog. Sorry Mr. McFarlane, you can't touch these.

JoystiqCollectible (and spendy) Mass Effect statue originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 15 Nov 2007 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Toy manufacturers are banking on the success of Metal Gear Solid 4. Here's yet another set of meticulously designed figures from the upcoming PS3 tactical espionage game. Raiden (pictured above) looks quite cool in his new robotic ninja outfit. Too bad his face doesn't look quite good when you open his mask.

Old Snake is also available ... but at a price! These figures go for a whipping $179 each! (Budget consumers should check out this other set instead.) Toy collectors are used to such extravagant prices, but will you be able to afford to pre-order one?

[Via NeoGAF]

JoystiqMore Metal Gear Solid 4 figures spotted originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 26 Oct 2007 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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