Action Figure Reviews & Vintage Action Figure Spotlights
By Reis O'Brien, About.com Guide to Action Figures
Get the inside scoop on the latest action figures from the point of view of fellow collector just like yourself, and gain a little knowledge about that figure you've been wanting before you shell out your hard earned money. Also, we take the occasional stroll down memory lane as we look back at classic, vintage action figures of the '70s, '80s and '90s. Jam-packed with plenty of full color pictures of action figures both old and new, our reviews and vintage spotlights will inform and entertain.
Action Figure Reviews
Some action figures shine, while others don't quite make the grade. These recommendations should keep the beginning to advanced collector on the right path, and can help you make the best collectible investment, build out your collection and avoid wasting money on the less than quality figures.
- Gruntor! The Newest Designer Figure from Idolz Toys
- Stormshadow vs. Stormshadow
- The Scooby Doo Gang Action Figures
- 12" Silk Spectre II from Hot Toys
- Dragonball: Evolution
- 2009 Star Trek Movie Figures
- DC Universe Infinite Heroes Crisis Joker
- Toys-R-Us Exclusive Star Wars Hoth Patrol Battle Pack
- G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary Snake Eyes
Vintage Action Figure Spotlights
Action figure collecting has a varied and rich history, and many of the figures hitting the toy shelves today are greatly inspired by the action figures that have come before. We take a look at some of the most popular, the most infamous and the occasionally odd figures from the '70s, '80s and '90s.
