Raving Toy Maniac

(RTM note: for pictures of the toys mentioned below, please check out the galleries over at AwesomeToyBlog.com.)

JAKKS Pacific 2013 Boys and Girls Product Highlights

Boys

Monsuno®

The JAKKS Pacific Monsuno® toy line continues to grow in 2013 with the addition of all-new collectible transforming action figures. The toy line, which brings the excitement of the Monsuno® boys action adventure series to life, will offer all-new fun, easy-to-learn, action-packed game play that is tightly integrated with Season Two of the Animated Series, Monsuno®: Combat Chaos™ which will premiere on Nicktoons this Spring. Also brand new for 2013 will be a dynamic lineup of accessories, battle sets and much more, allowing kids to fully immerse themselves in the world of Monsuno!

NECA UNVEILS NEW PRODUCT LINE-UPS AT NEW YORK TOY FAIR

Agreements with Sanrio and DC Comics Intensify Extensive Movie and Video Game Licenses

(RTM note: for pictures of the toys mentioned below, please check out the galleries over at AwesomeToyBlog.com.)

NEW YORK, NY - February 10, 2013 - National Entertainment Collectibles Association (NECA), a world leader in licensed consumer goods, revealed a robust line-up of new products at the 110th American International Toy Fair in New York.

Along with a substantial list of movie and video game licenses, the company announced a new partnership with Sanrio for a line of products targeted at adult fans of Hello Kitty and friends.

"We are honored to be part of such a beloved brand with such a rich history," said Joel Weinshanker, President and CEO of NECA. "So many fans, our team included, grew up with the Sanrio brand, and we're thrilled at the opportunity to serve this adult market."

Warner Bros. Consumer Products Zooms into Toy Fair Season with the Debut of its Worldwide Toy Program Supporting this Summer's Highly Anticipated Film Man Of Steel

Vast Portfolio of Theatrical, Television, Animation and Super Hero Fare to be Showcased

Burbank, Calif. – January 30, 2013 – Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) zooms into this year's exciting Toy Fair season with a roster of global licensees ready to support the Studio's portfolio, led by this summer's tentpole film release Man of Steel, which will be supported by DC Comics master toy licensee Mattel, as well as many other toy partners. With an impressive lineup driven by powerhouse properties that stretch from DC Comics Super Heroes and The Hobbit Trilogy to The Big Bang Theory and Looney Tunes, WBCP and its renowned licensees are rolling out new toys and collectibles that will reach fans of all ages.

January 2013 - DC Collectibles - AARDMAN BATMAN AND ROBIN (CLASSIC) ACTION FIGURE 2-PACK

From Aardman, the British brains behind Wallace and Gromit, comes their own unique take on the Dynamic Duo. Though one does rarely see bats and robins together, Batman and the Boy Wonder, Robin, are inseparable. Just don't expect Robin to answer the phone.

Action Figure
$39.95 US
On Sale May 2013
Allocations May Occur

January 2013 - DC Collectibles - BATMAN STATUE BY MICHAEL ALLRED

DESIGNED BY MICHAEL ALLRED
SCULPTED BY JONATHAN MATTHEWS

Celebrated artist Mike Allred brings his distinctive style to the caped crusader with this latest statue in the Batman Black & White line! His batarang at the ready, Batman is rendered in monochromatic tones complemented by Allred's retro design. Making this statue an exciting addition to any bookshelf.

Statue measures 7" high x 6" wide x 4.25" deep.
$79.95 US
On Sale May 2013
Allocations May Occur

G-cluster Continues to Build its Cloud Gaming Catalog with LEGO® Batman™ and LEGO® Harry Potter™ Titles from Warner Bros.

TOKYO, ESPOO, Finland, PARIS and BURBANK, Calif., Jan. 9, 2013 -- G-cluster announced today the launch of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment premium games on its cloud gaming platform.

The four Warner Bros. Games that launched for the first time to G-cluster's European operator customers in December are LEGO® Batman™ The Videogame, LEGO® Batman™ 2: DC Super Heroes, LEGO® Harry Potter: Years 1-4 and LEGO® Harry Potter : Years 5-7. The games are initially available via IPTV, with versions for Windows PC, Mac, tablets and smartphones to follow.

With these new additions, the G-cluster catalog now totals more than 105 live titles and 200 licensed games from 30 game studios.

G-cluster's fully-featured white label service offers operators the most deployed cloud gaming platform that allows users to play across the TV and multiple mobile devices.

January 2013 - Funko has announced several new POP! Vinyl figures, this batch based on popular DC characters crossed with Domo!

Look for Domo Blue Batman, Domo Green Lantern, Domo Superman, Domo Flash, and Domo Dark Knight Batman around February 14, 2013.

December 2012 - Funko has announced a new DC Universe product - the Batman lamp.

The 12-inch lamp should be available in early January 2013.

December 2012 - Funko has announced a new POP! product - the Batman audio speaker.

The speaker should be available in the US in early December, and in Canada in early January 2013.

September 2012 - DC Collectibles - BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS ACTION FIGURE 4-PACK

The gang's all here in this special "The Dark Knight Returns" 4-Pack featuring Batman, Robin, Superman, and The Joker!

Based on Frank Millers's now-legendary designs, this is a must-have for fans of Miller's seminal classic.

Action Figure
$59.95 US
On Sale January 2012