I believe we have mentioned this once or twice…but win lose or draw, we love Hasbro here at MUReview. Their Marvel Universe Toy Line is out entire reason for getting this party started and it is now one of the primary things that keep us going. But what keeps Hasbro going…awesome freaking toys. Enter this years Iron Man 3 Movie Toy Line up! Hasbro was kind enough to bestow upon MUReview a few of the role play and action figure plastic goodies that you can already go out and buy today.
Just this afternoon we had this outstanding package show up with…
Just a few quick words on each product, but please by all means, feel free to skip to the galleries…My kid was having the time of his life this afternoon…my other kid…is learning how to dodge.
This mask is packed with some serious firepower. Four missiles launch (2 with each ear hole button press). The wearer gets treated to lights, sounds and a red laser target on whatever they are looking at wit each button press.
It’s loud…but it’s deadly accurate and comes with a ton of foam discs…two of which are already lost, the others will be confiscated shortly… (see notes about dodging…)
This will make me unpopular. I don’t mind so much, it’s my opinion and I’m allowed to have it. I pay $120 a year to share it with all of you. I could buy a new Dyson with that after…6 years. I’m not a big Hulk fan. I really really don’t like Loki. Not as a villain, not as a character. That said, I enjoyed their portrayal in Marvel’s the Avengers. I like some of the Red Hulk stuff, and the Indestructible Hulk books are winning me over. Whether I like the characters or not though (and that’s generally a large bias in figure reviews for me, I know, I’m sorry), Minimates Best Of Wave 2’s Hulk and Loki 2 pack is an absolute must have.
Hulk
The Good:
Holy crap I can make Hulk into Bruce Banner and back, and there isn’t even a question, it works smoothly, looks outstanding and it’s one of the coolest features of any action figure that I have ever owned.
Let’s talk more about this. Hulk out of the box can be shrunk down to half size, given regular shoes, not ripped pants and even a jacket.
For the Hulk, there is pure anger on his face.
For Banner, you get an excellent representation of what a just near pre-Hulk out would look like.
The Bad:
Ain’t nobody got time for saying bad things about this Hulk.
Oh wait…can I get a Red one just like this too?
Loki
The Good:
The helmet looks great.
Really like having the hair to swap out here.
Excellent bright greens do the character justice.
Awesome cape!
The Bad:
The worst thing I can say here is that it’s Loki and if you have had your fill, you have had your fill. If not….
The Best of Wave 2 has taken me from impressed to enamored with the Minimates toy line. So much is detailed, so much is included. Daredevil and Venom continue this epic trend. Did I mention…each 2-pack comes with their own stands, love that! Growing up, loved Daredevil, now as I continue to read…good books, not a favorite anymore. This figure though, rocks. Venom…never really liked Venom, not until the new run of the Flash Thompson as a soldier venom. That’s just me, but the facial details on this little guy are great.
Daredevil
The Good:
I’ve got a thing for holsters and Daredevil has one. He doesn’t have a gun, but a holster for his billy club.
Excellent hook accessory, perfect length string, it doesn’t hit the ground when held.
Excellent use of ‘mask comes off’ technology here. One of the more appropriate characters for it’s use.
The Bad:
Come on folks by now you should have the point. This is the Best of Wave 2, there isn’t much if anything at all to say that is “The Bad”.
Venom
The Good:
This little teeny tine face barks of pure alien evil.
The tongue…worth the price of admission alone.
The Bad:
Well strike my statement above. Venom is a little bit top heavy (size wise), legs are a little on the thin side.
The Rest:
Best of Wave 2 is no joke. The quality in this wave is exploding out of the boxes and Daredevil / Venom don’t really miss a beat.
Availability:
Available now, get it done folks!
The Pictures:
MUReview received this product for free for review purposes.
Hot off the presses, and a clearer look at what we showed you at NY Toy Fair, Minimates is putting it’s Marvel NOW! lines out and soon!
As if the Marvel Universe couldn’t get more exciting than it was, the
universe-wide reshuffling known as Marvel NOW has made things even
cooler in the MU! Not only are we seeing team-ups we’ve never seen
before, we’re seeing brand-new looks for some of the universe’s biggest
heroes. And Diamond Select is bringing those looks to the Marvel
Minimates line!
Series 51, which is exclusive to comic shops and specialty stores, will include the following two-packs: – Superior Spider-Man and Nova (Sam Alexander)
– Shanna the She-Devil and a Reaper
– Nick Fury Jr. with Heavy SHIELD Agent (includes Commander Rogers parts)
– Maria Hill with Heavy SHIELD Agent (rare variant)
Additionally, Toys “R” Us and toysrus.com will dedicate most of their 16th series of Minimates to Marvel NOW, with: – Iron Man and Hulk (with R.O.B.)
– Wolverine and a Reaper
– Captain America and Scarlet Witch
– Phoenix Five Emma Frost and Colossus
Check out the pics, and pre-order the specialty assortment at your local comic shop or favorite online retailer. To find your nearest location, visit comicshoplocator.com! Shipping in June, you can also pre-order at BigBadToyStore.com
I think it’s been said out loud at one point or another “If you don’t like Deadpool you have no soul”. I didn’t say it, I don’t condone it. He may have been the one to say it. Who am I to argue though. The Punisher…you can’t hope for a better action figure, he’s about half the GI Joe army in one guy, and he might have 2 more guns than them. Including these two in a box made good sense…lots of guns, both off their rockers…how do they hold up?
Deadpool
The Good:
Guns…lots of guns… in this box.
Swords…just the right amount.
Everything fits, all the weapons sit nice and gently in Deadpool’s willing hands.
The Bad:
No included gross face. I don’t really want it, but it’s an opportunity is all.
Punisher
The Good:
Guns…lots of guns…and holsters!!!
It’s funny to think that I own really bad Punisher figures. It seems like an easy action figure home run, he wears black, he’s mean. Well, thankfully, Minimates get it right and this is a Punisher you can be proud of. As for the bad ones, I’m sure anyone reading this has a good idea of what I’m talking about.
This is the classic iconic Punisher I grew up with. The one that didn’t even need to be more modern or gritty he’s just awesome the way he is.
The Bad:
More guns than hands or holsters…okay, I’m just being whiney.
Both
The Rest:
Another home run set in a Best of wave. Surprised? I think not.
Availability:
Available now!!
The Pictures:
MUReview received this product for free for review purposes.