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Robosen unveils an Auto-Converting Megatron Transformer

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Following on from the auto-converting Optimus Prime and Grimlock robots comes the first Decepticon Transformer to enter the series. The Megatron Flagship Edition is a tribute to the 40th anniversary of Transformers and is even voiced by Frank Welker. As well as auto-converting from robot to tank and back (sadly not to his original gun form), the 20-inch tall model is fully controllable by a mobile app, and features two
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Elephant Mario Plushie is set to be released

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Early reviews are universally positive with Super Mario Bros. Wonder set to be released tomorrow, October 20th. With the Nintendo hype machine in top gear, is the announcement that there's going to be some cuddly merch heading our way too. The Elephant Mario Plushie will stand 26cm tall and is set to be released initially in Japan in the New Year priced at 3300 ¥ (approximately £18). What's interesting is
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Commodore 64 News ZX Spectrum

Last chance to back CRASH and ZZAP! 64 2024 Annuals

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Just two days are left to back Fusion Retro Books' yearly Kickstarter for the magazine hardback annuals. This year the campaign is only running for ten days, and although some can usually be ordered on their website afterwards, it certainly isn't guaranteed. Last year the Toy Polloi annual sold out almost instantly, and the A4 editions of the CRASH and ZZAP! 64 annuals weren't far behind. The four publications available
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The Fusion Retro Books 2024 Annuals Kickstarter has launched!

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Fusion Retro Books has just launched its yearly Kickstarter for the magazine hardback annuals. This year the four publications available are CRASH Annual 2024, ZZAP! 64 Annual 2024, Fusion Annual 2024, and Toy Polloi Annual 2024. Each book costs £12 and is A5 in size, plus larger A4 versions of CRASH and ZZAP! 64 will once again be available for £20 for those like me with older eyes. You'll have
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Now you can build your own Xbox 360 console

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MEGA BLOKS, a Mattel brand, has announced a new and complex Xbox 360 Collector Building Set, to celebrate the most loved Xbox console. The replica model set comes in at a 3:4 scale and includes 1342 pieces to assemble. The set includes more than just the core console and comes complete with a removable hard drive, controller, removable side panels, and even working lights. There's also a unique Halo3 game
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Soundwave and Zartan combine into a new Transformers/G.I.Joe toy

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Hasbro's iconic franchises are colliding once again as Cobra and the Decepticons join forces. Following on from both the Megatron H.I.S.S. Tank / Baroness and the Bumblebee A.W.E. Striker / Stalker sets, the Transformers x G.I. Joe series have combined again - this time with the Soundwave Dreadnok Thunder Machine & Zartan. The product promises to be: • 10-inch (25.4cm) fully articulated plastic figurine• Celebrating the worlds of G.I. Joe
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Zoo Tycoon Board Game – New Crowdfunder

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Last month we informed you about a new board game based on the Zoo Tycoon video game. The Kickstarter event has now launched, already securing nearly half of the funding within minutes. The game allows 2-4 players to compete against each other, trying to build the most recognised zoo. In this strategic and thematic board game, each player has the freedom to develop their own zoo with 34 species, food
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Zoo Tycoon: The Board Game

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Fans of board games and video games may be interested to know that an Xbox exclusive is making its way onto the tabletop. Zoo Tycoon: The Board Game has been developed and will be appearing on Kickstarter next month. The game allows 2-4 players to compete against each other, trying to build the most recognised zoo. In this strategic and thematic board game, each player has the freedom to develop
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Crash Team Racing Statue now available to preorder

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Following on from the incredibly expensive Sonic the Hedgehog anniversary statue, first4figures has opened preorders for a new incredibly expensive collectible statue based on Crash Team Racing. The highly detailed statue comes in three flavours. Standard Edition - $647.99Exclusive Edition (with flame LEDs) - $665.99Definitive Edition (with LEDs and Warp Orb) - $749.99 To save a few dollars, there's also an early bird offer available only for the next few
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LEGO Mighty Bowser set announced

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The LEGO Group has announced the latest edition to its adult Super Mario range - the largest LEGO Mighty Bowser ever made - coming in at 2,807 pieces! The King of the Koopas is highly detailed and comes complete with a posable mouth, arms, fingers, and tail. In addition, there is a button that controls the neck and head movements and it has the ability to launch fireballs. The Mighty
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