Action Figure Spotlights
Top 10 Masters of the Universe Classics Figures
The Masters of the Universe Classics line is one of the most popular lines in the action figure industry, and despite a plethora of great figures, ten in particular stand out.
Top 10 Lego Minifigures
Lego released 16 unique minifigures in each of its first five Lego Minifigures series. That's a total of 80 minifigures, and here's a look at the 10 that stand out as the best.
Top 5 Classic Action Figure Throwback Lines
As time passes and collectors' interests start to drift towards the lines of old, manufacturers keep bringing back classic properties and updating them for modern audiences. These are the five best action figure throwback lines of all time.
Top 5 Super Hero Action Figure Lines
Super heroes and action figures were made for each other, and there have been a number of lines to prove it.
Top 5 Series 6 Lego Minifigures
With over 16 possibilities in each wave of the Lego Minifigures line, it can be hard to figure out which ones are the best. This list tells you which figures from Series 6 take top honors.
Top 5 Video Game Action Figure Lines and Manufacturers
With the prevalence of video games as a modern form of entertainment, the action figure industry has adapted to changing interests by creating high quality figures based on video games.
Top 5 Figures at Toy Fair 2012
With over 16 possibilities in each wave of the Lego Minifigures line, it can be hard to figure out which ones are the best. This list tells you which figures from Series 6 take top honors.
Top 5 Transformers Prime Season One Episodes
Transformers Prime Season One included a number of fantastic episodes, but five of them stood out from the rest. Find out which episodes of the must-see show are absolutely must-see.
Spotlight on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Tokka
Take a step back in time with this special look at the vintage 1991 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Tokka figure.
Spotlight on Transformers Masterpiece Optimus Prime
Take a step back in time with this special look at the vintage 2003 Transformers Masterpiece Optimus Prime figure.
Top 5 Action Figures of 2011
2011 has been a great year for the action figure industry, and these 5 figures stand out as the best of the year.
The Greatest Story Ever Told With Lego Minifigures
Action figures rarely take the spotlight in works of art, but Brendan Powell Smith's take on the Bible utilizes Lego minifigures in a creative way that highlights figures as works of art and storytelling devices.
Transformers Vault: The Complete Transformers Universe
Finding good resources covering action figures is a challenging task. The Transformers Vault is a book and collectible that offers an unparalleled look into the world of Transformers, including the history of the action figures.
Transformers Prime Season One Limited Edition Blu-ray
Transformers Prime takes one of the action figure industry's most beloved brands and brings it into the modern cartoon era. This look at the Transformers Prime Season One Blu-ray will have Transformers fans salivating.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics He-Man
Look back to the beginning of the action figure industry's biggest modern lines with this detailed look at the Masters of the Universe Classics He-Man figure.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics Skeletor
As important as the Masters of the Universe Classics He-Man figure is, the character's nemesis Skeletor is just as vital and revolutionary.
Spotlight on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Leonardo
The original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figure line wouldn't be complete without one of the most recognized and beloved turtles of all, Leonardo.
Top 5 Figures at San Diego Comic-Con 2012
There's no bigger event in the world of action figure news and nerd culture than the annual San Diego Comic-Con, and 2012 was no different. There were a number of great action figure reveals, but five in particular stand out.
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron takes the beloved Transformers characters of old and puts them into a gritty and thrilling video game environment. This look at the Transformers: Fall of Cybertron experience will have new and long-time fans hungering for more of the action-packed world of these new Transformers.
Top 5 Series 7 Lego Minifigures
With exactly 16 different figures available in every wave of the Lego Minifigures line, figuring out when to stop buying them is difficult. This list tells you which figures from series 7 you absolutely must own before you give up on the wave.
Top 5 Series 8 Lego Minifigures
There are 16 figures available in each new wave of the Lego Minifigures line, and picking five favorites out of each group is a difficult challenge. This list does the work for you by determining which figures from series 8 every collector has to own.
Spotlight on G.i. Joe: the Rise of Cobra City Strike Snake Eyes
When it comes to the best G.I. Joe figures in history, most people don't think of the Rise of Cobra line. But City Strike Snake Eyes is one of the most complete and enjoyable G.I. Joe figures ever released.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Metallo
The DC Universe Classics line is considered one of the best ever, and when it comes to rare figures in the line, none are "bigger" than Metallo.
Spotlight on Play Arts Final Fantasy IX Vivi
Video game action figures are becoming more and more commonplace, but the Play Arts line was getting them right for a long time. Final Fantasy IX's Vivi is a beloved video game character, and the Play Arts line released a near-perfect version of the character in plastic form.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics Hordak
Hordak is one of the biggest villains the He-Man universe, and he's one of the best figures in the Masters of the Universe Classics line.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Darkseid
When it comes to big bad guys in the DC Comics universe, Darkseid is the reigning champion. The DC Universe Classics Collect-and-Connect Darkseid figure is the most iconic representation of the comics' biggest villain.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Gentleman Ghost
There are a number of rare DC Universe Classics figures, but none are quite as "invisible" to the public as Gentleman Ghost.
Another Glimpse Into the Ancient Art of Lego Minifigures
Action figures don't often become the central figures in works of art, but Brendan Powell Smith's new take on the Bible's New Testament takes advantage of Lego minifigures to create an artistic book for action figure lovers.
A Look at the G.I. Joe Renegades Season One Blu-ray
G.I. Joe is one of the action figure industry's biggest brands, and the G.I. Joe Renegades cartoon brought the beloved characters into to modern era of cartoons. This look at the G.I. Joe Season One Blu-ray will have Joes everywhere joining the cause.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics Evil-Lyn
Evil-Lyn is one of the He-Man Universe's most important villains, and her figure in the Masters of the Universe Classics line is the epitome of plastic representations of the character.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics Tytus
The Masters of the Universe Classics line is one of the biggest retro throwback lines of all time, and it got even bigger when the first oversized figure, Tytus, was added to the line.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics Teela
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe would be nothing without their first lady, Teela. Not only is Teela one of the most prominent females in the action figure world, she's an important figure in the history of the Masters of the Universe Classics line.
Spotlight on Assassin's Creed Altair
Assassin's Creed is one of the biggest modern video game franchises, and its first main character Altair has become a legend in the video game community. Take a look at the figure that captures this classic character in plastic.
Spotlight on Dante's Inferno Dante
Dante's Inferno may not be a blockbuster video game, but the Dante figure produced by NECA is a blockbuster figure that's one of the best figures in the recent era.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Blue Beetle
The DC Universe Classics line is one of the biggest in history, and even though Blue Beetle might not be its most recognizable character, the figure did represent a major articulation change in the line.
Spotlight on G.I. Joe Resolute Cobra Commander
G.I. Joe Resolute was one of the most enjoyable and refreshing takes on the G.I. Joe franchise ever produced, and this striking Cobra Commander figure based on the film earned its spot in action figure history.
Spotlight on G.I. Joe Resolute Duke
G.I. Joe Resolute was a dynamic new take on the G.I. Joe brand when it was release, and this memorable Duke figure played on that success to become an important part of G.I. Joe action figure history.
Spotlight on Marvel Legends Fin Fang Foom Hulk
It's hard to find the "perfect" rendition of a beloved character in plastic, and most figures fall far short of that mark. But the Marvel Legends Fin Fang Foom Hulk comes awfully close to being the ideal Hulk action figure.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Hawkman
Mattel's DC Universe Classics line is one of the most expansive and impressive superhero action figure lines of all time, and this Hawkman figure is one of the line's best toys.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Lobo
Mattel's DC Universe Classics line is one of the most expansive and impressive superhero action figure lines of all time, and this Hawkman figure is one of the line's best toys.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Solomon Grundy
There aren't many lines more popular than Mattel's DC Universe Classics line, and few figures are more beloved than one of the largest collect and connect figures in the line's history, Solomon Grundy.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics The Joker
There aren't any villains in the comic book world which are more recognizable than the Joker, which makes this figure one of the most important in the DC Universe Classics line.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics The Flash
The Flash is one of DC Comics most recognizable heroes and a classic member of the Justice League, making his first rendition in the DC Universe Classics line a memorable one.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Giganta
The Flash is one of DC Comics most recognizable heroes and a classic member of the Justice League, making his first rendition in the DC Universe Classics line a memorable one.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Chemo
Chemo is one of DC Comics most recognizable villains and a constant enemy to the Justice League, so his first and only rendition in the DC Universe Classics line is an important one.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics John Stewart
John Stewart is one of DC Comics most recognizable African American heroes in comics and a chief member of the Justice League, making his first appearance in the DC Universe Classics line a significant one.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Imperiex
Imperiex is one of DC Comics biggest and most intimidating villains and an important part of the exclusive Collect and Connect club in the DC Universe Classics line.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Power Girl
Power Girl is one of DC Comics most recognizable heroes, mainly because of some assets that other characters just can't match. Her figure was a long-awaited one in the DC Universe Classics line, and that's what it's being spotlighted today.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Kilowog
Kilowog is one of DC Comics most important Green Lanterns,not to mention one of the biggest, making his Collect and Connect rendition in the DC Universe Classics line one of the most anticipated.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Shazam
Kilowog is one of DC Comics most important Green Lanterns,not to mention one of the biggest, making his Collect and Connect rendition in the DC Universe Classics line one of the most anticipated.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Hawkgirl
The Flash is one of DC Comics most recognizable heroes and a classic member of the Justice League, making his first rendition in the DC Universe Classics line a memorable one.
Spotlight on Star Trek Kirk
Not all toys that deserve a spotlight are good ones. Sometimes figures need to be spotlighted precisely because they're below average, as is the case with Star Trek's Kirk.
Spotlight on The Rise of the Cobra Storm Shadow
Some figures are remembered for what they did wrong, instead of what they got right. The 12-inch G.I. Joe The Rise of the Cobra Storm Shadow is one of those figures.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics He-Ro
He-Man might be the biggest physical hero in the world of Masters of the Universe, but He-Ro's name certainly deserves consideration, and the Classics He-Ro figure deserves a closer look.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe Thor
The Marvel Universe line had some problems early in its life, but also had a few incredible figures along the way. Thor is one of those great figures.
Spotlight on Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Bumblebee
Bumblebee is one of the most recognizable characters in all of movies, and this figure helped support that success, making it a worthy spotlight.
Spotlight on DC Universe Infinite Earths Batman
The DC Universe Infinite Earths line was a troubled one, and that's represented perfectly by the mistakes made on one of the key characters in the line, Batman.
Spotlight on World of Warcraft Skeeve Sorrowblade
World of Warcraft is one of the biggest video games of all time, and the action figure line based on it rarely gets discussed. That's why I'm placing the spotlight on Skeeve Sorrowblade from the DC Unlimited line.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Mr. Miracle
When it comes to comic book character, Mr. Miracle is one of my absolute favorites. Between that fact, and this figure's standing as the best Mr. Miracle figure of all time, it certainly deserves a spotlight.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe The Thing
The Thing is one of the most beloved characters in the Marvel Universe, and to borrow his famous exclamation, "it's spotlightin' time" for the early release Marvel Universe The Thing.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe Captain America
Captain America is the All-American member of the Marvel Universe, and his first release in the successful Marvel Universe line of figures was an important one.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe Iron Man
Iron Man is a beloved Marvel Universe character, and his popularity can be traced back to his earliest appearances, which were perfectly captured in this spotlight-worth early Marvel Universe release.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe Iron Fist
Iron Fist may not be one of Marvel Comics' biggest names, but his early Marvel Universe figure was a popular one, earning it a special spotlight appearance.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe Spider-Man
Comic book characters don't get any bigger than Spider-Man, and even if the figures based on him are terrible, they still deserve their moment in the spotlight.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe Luke Cage
There is an unfortunately small number of black action figures in the toy aisles today, and that makes the Marvel Universe Luke Cage an important figure.
Spotlight on Marvel Universe Union Jack
Not many figures are specifically British, which makes the Marvel Universe Union Jack release a toy worth spotlighting.
Spotlight on G.I. Joe Baroness
The G.I. Joe movie franchise is a major blockbuster and continues to grow. That makes 2009's San Diego Comic Con exclusive Baroness an important figure in the history of the brand.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Ares
Wonder Woman is the biggest female character in the DC Universe, and Ares is her biggest villain. That makes the DC Universe Classics Ares figure a major release in the line.
Spotlight on Transformers Smokescreen
With the success of the Transformers Prime television show and addition of Smokescreen to its lineup, the character has never been more popular. That makes this figure an important one.
Spotlight on DC Universe Classics Captain Cold
The Flash is one of the biggest names in the entire DC Universe, and he doesn't have any villains more substantial than Captain Cold, meaning this DC Universe Classics figure is a big one.
Spotlight on Masters of the Universe Classics Webstor
There are loads of iconic characters in the Masters of the Universe mythos, and Webstor is one of the most memorable of them all, making this Classics figure a classic of sorts.
Spotlight on DC Universe Infinite Heroes Spectre
Some of the most important spotlights are on figures that aren't very good, because they help guide buying decisions. That's exactly the case with the DC Universe Infinite Heroes Spectre on spotlight now.
Spotlight Brave and the Bold Red Tornado
Batman: Brave and the Bold was an incredible show, and its action figure lineup was surprisingly popular among collectors. But not every figure was a good one, including the Red Tornado being spotlighted here.
Spotlight on Stark Trek Nero
The revived Star Trek movie franchise continues to grow, and it's worth a look back at the first film's figures. The Star Trek Nero may not be a good figure, but it still deserves a spotlight.
Spotlight on DC Infinite Heroes Green Arrow
Green Arrow has become one of DC Comics' biggest characters, but this DC Infinite Heroes action figure rendition of the character is one of the biggest disappointments.
Spotlight on Brave and the Bold Sportsmaster
The DC Comics character Sportsmaster hasn't had much in the way of action figure representations, which is exactly why the Batman: Brave and the Bold Sportsmaster deserves some time in the spotlight.
Spotlight on Brave and the Bold Aquaman
Batman: Brave and the Bold took advantage of many major DC Comics characters, but none more prominently than Aquaman, making this action figure deserving of its own spotlight.
Spotlight on Transformers Universe Ratchet
Ratchet is one of the most important characters in the history of Transformers, and his Transformers Universe rendition is one of the most popular versions of the character.
Spotlight on Transformers Universe Dinobot
Beast Wars was an insanely popular cartoon and Dinobot was one of the show's key characters, making this reenvisioned version of the character an important release.