All articles tagged with #toys and collectibles
Early hands-on with Lego's Star Wars Smart Play sets shows the bricks' lights and talking sounds largely underdeliver, with generic engine noises and warbling voice samples; the steep entry price (from about $70 for a starter set to around $140–$160 for additional bricks) makes the value proposition doubtful, threatening the technology's momentum unless iteration improves.
Nacelle announced Build-A-Bridge, a 1/10-scale, 12-piece light-and-sound display that interlocks to form a 40-inch circular Enterprise bridge diorama, designed to accompany its Star Trek action figures; the set will launch later this year with monthly preorders and could spawn additional bridge displays if successful.
Lego and Nintendo unveiled Ocarina of Time: The Final Battle, a 1,003-piece diorama that faithfully recreates Link vs. Ganondorf in the fiery Hyrule arena, featuring minifigures of Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf, a brick-built Ganon, hidden recovery hearts and the Megaton Hammer, plus Navi on a display stand; priced at $130, it hits shelves March 1 and is available for preorder now.
The Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection for Pokémon TCG is available at TCGplayer for $46.39, saving $31.60 compared to Amazon's price of $77.99, making it a better deal for collectors and players alike.
Amazon has restocked the Pokemon TCG Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection at a reduced price of $165, down from $250, including promo cards, booster packs, and accessories, with limited stock expected to sell quickly amid ongoing availability of other Pokemon TCG products.
Amazon has restocked its exclusive Holiday 2025 Pokemon TCG Premium Collection, which includes booster packs, promo cards, and an oversized foil card, available for $70, along with other holiday-themed Pokemon TCG products like the Holiday Calendar and Paradox Fury Premium Collection, which are also in stock and popular among collectors.
Mattel has announced a special edition Pauline Hot Wheels vehicle, inspired by her appearance in Mario Kart, available for pre-order at $22, arriving in September 2025, featuring a Rhodamine red body and premium packaging.
Lego revealed a highly detailed, nearly 1:1 replica of the Game Boy at SDCC 2025, complete with clickable buttons, moving dials, and buildable game paks of Super Mario Land and Zelda, along with lenticular screens for classic game scenes, priced at $60 and available for pre-order with an October release.
Lego has unveiled a detailed brick-built replica of the Nintendo Game Boy, set to release on October 1 for $60, featuring interactive elements like loading game cartridges of Super Mario Land and Zelda: Link's Awakening, and display options that evoke nostalgia for classic handheld gaming.
Hot Wheels, the iconic toy cars that have been popular since their debut in 1968, continue to captivate both children and adults. With their low price, appealing design, and nostalgic appeal, Hot Wheels have become a beloved collectible item. The diecast cars, known for their performance and visually stunning appearance, have evolved over the years while maintaining their affordability. Hot Wheels enthusiasts, including passionate collectors and customizers, enjoy the thrill of finding rare models and even reselling them for a profit. The enduring popularity of Hot Wheels is a testament to their timeless appeal and ability to evoke childhood memories.