G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra Action Figures are Invading Toy Shelves

If you're like me, you've been practically doing cartwheels over the upcoming release of G.I Joe: The Rise of Cobra. Not only am I little-girl-with-a-pony excited about the release of the movie, but what I'm really drooling over is the release of the action figures! I've been waiting for a live-action G.I. Joe movie since I was 10 and the new action figures are just another way to celebrate my childhood hopes being brought to life.

This past week, official G.I. Joe movie figures have started hitting the internet toy-sellers, giving many of us our first looks at some of the new figures, vehicles and playsets. Considering the bulk of the collection, it looks like Hasbro is not pulling any punches and giving the fans what they crave.

Reports are starting to spread among the action figure blogs about people finally beginning to see some of the new figures in retail stores as well, although I predict that the wave of toys will hit full force in about a week or so. If you find yourself swinging by Target for some laundry detergent and cat food, you may just want to take a peek at the action figure aisle and you may be pleasantly surprised.

Entertainment Earth is already offering such G.I. Joe movie goodies as the G.I. Joe Movie Action Figures Collection 1 Wave 1, G.I. Joe Movie Action Figures Collection 2 Wave 1, Night Raven Vehicle with Air-Viper Figure, Rise of Cobra MARS Troopers Action Figure Set, and the Pit Mobile Headquarters Playset.

Some of the above mentioned toys are only available for pre-order, but are listed with a release date of July, 2009. Well, that's right now! And now you know, and knowing is half the battle.