TOY TIME WARP WEEK IN REVIEW:NYCC 2024

Hello again everyone! This past week was New York Comic Con 2024. There were a lot of awesome things revealed in the world of toys. Even though I’ve never been, seeing all the great things makes me wish I had. Maybe someday. Here are 5 things that I’m liking that came out of this past weekend.

1. GHOSTBUSTERS PLASMA SERIES ECTOMOBILE(ANNIVERSARY EDITION)

I ain’t afraid of no ghost! For the past 40/35 years, they’ve been busting ghosts and keeping us safe! This HASLAB Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ectomobile is truly a thing of beauty! Lights and sound, action figures a plenty, accessories! This will make an awesome additon to any 80s/Ghostbusters fan’s collection! Here are ALL the details.

DESCRIPTION:

Limit of 5 per customer in total across both base and deluxe models.

Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ectomobile (Anniversary Edition) [Base Model]

(HASBRO | Retail Price: $324.99)

Celebrate 40 frightfully funny years of Ghostbusters with the Ectomobile—one of the most iconic movie cars of all time! If the overall campaign is successfully backed, the base model offering will include:

Ghostbusters Plasma Series 6-Inch-Scale Ecto-1 with Lights & Sounds (x1)
1984 Ecto-1 Hubcaps (x4)
Ghostbusters 1984 Ecto-1 Decal Sheet (x1)
Removable, Rolling Gurney (x1)
Ghostbusters Plasma Series Library Ghost Action Figure (x1) with Stand (x1), Library Book Stack Accessory (x1), and Library Book accessory (x1)
Ghostbusters Plasma Series Slimer Action Figure (x1) with Stand (x1)

This crowdfunded project, which includes both the base and deluxe models, will run from October 18, 2024, to 11:59pm ET on December 2, 2024, and requires 12,000 combined total (across Basic and Deluxe Models) backer orders to begin production. If successful, the project is estimated to ship around Fall 2025.

Don’t let this Anniversary Ectomobile drive off and leave you behind—fund this project today and park the only 6-inch-scale Ecto-1 ever made, in your Ghostbusters collection!

Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ectomobile (Anniversary Edition) [Deluxe Model]

(HASBRO | Retail Price: $399.99)

Celebrate 40 frightfully funny years of Ghostbusters, as well as 35 hilariously haunted years of Ghostbusters II, with the Ectomobile—one of the most iconic movie cars of all time! If the overall campaign is successfully backed, the deluxe model offering will include:

Deluxe Model:

Includes Base Model:
o Ghostbusters Plasma Series 6-Inch-Scale Ecto-1 with Lights & Sounds (x1)

o 1984 Ecto-1 Hubcaps (x4)

o Removable Rolling Gurney (x1)

o 1984 Ghostbusters Ecto-1 Decal Sheet (x1)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Library Ghost Action Figure (x1) with Stand (x1), Library Book Stack Accessory (x1), and Library Book accessory (x1)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Slimer Action Figure (x1) with Stand (x1)

Plus:
o Ghostbusters II Conversion Kit Ecto-1A Roof with Functioning Lights (x1)

o Ecto-1A Red Rear Bumper with Ecto-1A License Plate (x1)

o 1989 Ghostbusters II Ecto-1A Decal Sheet (x1)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ecto-Charger Pack Accessories (x2)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ecto-plasm Streams (x2)

o 1989 Ecto-1A Hubcaps (x4)

o Ghostbusters II Toaster Accessory (x1)

o Ghostbusters II Hot Beverage Thermal Mug Accessory (x1)

o Ghostbusters II Free-Balloon-for-the-Kids Accessory (x1)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Proton Pack Accessories (x4)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Proton Streams (x4)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ray Stantz (Ghostbusters II) Action Figure (x1)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Winston Zeddemore (Ghostbusters II) Action Figure (x1)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Egon Spengler (Ghostbusters II) Action Figure (x1)

o Ghostbusters Plasma Series Peter Venkman (Ghostbusters II) Action Figure (x1)

This crowdfunded project, which includes both the base and deluxe models, will run from October 18, 2024, to 11:59pm ET on December 2, 2024, and requires 12,000 combined total (across Basic and Deluxe Models) backer orders to begin production. If successful, the project is estimated to ship around Fall 2025.

Don’t let this Anniversary Ectomobile drive off and leave you behind—fund this project today and park the only 6-inch-scale Ecto-1/Ecto-1A ever made, in your Ghostbusters collection!

Two Iconic Movies, Two Anniversary Events, Two Ways to Commemorate

2024 is an important year for the Ghostbusters franchise, seeing the release of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire and celebrating not one but two milestone anniversaries: the 40th Anniversary of Ghostbusters and the 35th Anniversary of Ghostbusters II! We’d already saved the collecting world with the first-ever Ghostbusters HasLab, the Plasma Series Spengler’s Proton Pack (no longer available), and came back strong with an ambitious sequel known as the second-ever Ghostbusters HasLab, the Two in the Box Ghost Trap & P.K.E. Meter (no longer available).

But we were at a cross-rip—er, a crossroads—regarding the third-ever Ghostbusters HasLab. How would we trap the perfect paranormal follow-up? Unfortunately, nobody could agree on any one idea. There was a lot of bickering, even more name calling, and believe it or not, no less than three atomic-weight-of-cobalt wedgies. At the end of the day, we just couldn’t believe that things had gotten so bad in the HasLab Lab that there was no way back. Because there were a few sparks of sweet humanity left in that burned-out workshop. We just had to figure out a way to mobilize it!

We needed something no one had ever done before, something that would blow the doors off the competition, and something that would really get the fandom’s collective engine revving. We’re beyond proud to announce the first-ever 6-inch-scale Ectomobile ever. EVER! And with both a base and deluxe model available, you get to choose your ride!

Everybody Can Relax…

That’s right, we found the car, and boy is she a beaut! The Ectomobile is so much more than just an automobile—it’s an icon; ridiculously designed, ridiculously cool, and instantly recognizable. The Ecto not only drove onto the silver screen, but she also drove straight into our hearts. We only hope our Plasma Series Ectomobile will do the same! Measuring in at 22.5 inches long, the Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ectomobile (Anniversary Edition) is just shy of 2 feet long and comes with all the movie-accurate bells, whistles, and gadgets, die-hard fans expect.

The HasLab Lab worked directly with our partners at GHOST CORPS to create the most authentic and movie-accurate 6-inch-scale Ectomobile possible. Our design team was even able to visit and photograph an actual Ecto, and boy howdy, did they get all up in that car’s business, as indicated by the eerily insane amount of detail included in this 6-inch-scale replica.

VEHICLE DESIGN DETAILS:

*Included In Deluxe Model Only

Plasma Series 6-Inch-Scale Action Figure Compatibility
Functioning Lights
o Headlights (x4)

o Front Bumper Strobe Lights (x2)

o Parking Lights (x4)

o Unity S6 Spotlight (x1)

o Interior Dome Lights (x3)

o Dashboard Light (x1)

o Taillights (x4)

o Reverse Lights (x2)

o Removable Ecto-1A Amber Front Bumper Strobe Light* (x1)

Removable Ecto-1 Roof Rack with Functioning Lights (x1)
o Seek Light (x1)

o Strobe Light (x1)

o Force 3 XL Light Bar (x2)

o Front Lights (x2)

o Rear Lights (x2)

Removable Ecto-1A Roof Rack with Functioning Lights* (x1)
o Red Beacon Light (x1)

o Strobe Light (x1)

o Whelen Edge Light Bar (x1)

o Force 4 XL Light Bar (x1)

o Front Lights (x2)

o Force 3 XL Light Bar (x1)

o Rear Tank Lights (x2)

Removable Dot-Matrix Display Decals*
o GHOSTBUSTERS (x1)

o WE’RE BACK (x2)

Functioning Doors (x4)
Functioning, Reversible Wheels (x4)
Functioning Hood
Highly Detailed Engine Sculpt
Highly Detailed Undercarriage
Highly Detailed Interior (Designed for Movie Accuracy)
o Front

§ 360-Degree Functioning Steering Wheel

§ Dash-Mounted Speaker

§ Dash-Mounted Scanner

§ Illuminating Radio Face

§ Heater

§ Glove Box

§ Ceiling-Mounted CB Radio with Handheld Microphone

o Rear

§ Jump Seat

§ Fold-Down Jump Seat

§ Phone with Handheld Receiver

o Cargo

§ Removable Oscilloscope/Guidance System Unit

§ Removable Distribution Units

§ Removable Processors

· Powered by 4 AA Batteries (Not Included)

· USBC Port for “Always On” Display Option

FIRST-EVER PLASMA SERIES GHOST: THE LIBRARY GHOST

The Library Ghost (aka the Gray Lady, Librarian Ghost, and Eleanor Twitty)

Class IV. Anchored to the New York Public Library.

The Library Ghost is the first-ever spirit the Ghostbusters encounter, and now she’s immortalized in 6-inch scale as one of the first-ever Plasma Series ghost action figures! Featuring 7 points of articulation and ethereal, movie-inspired deco and design, the librarian is ready to haunt your shelves! Includes library book accessory, stack of library books accessory, and stand.

How did we not do this sooner?

SECOND-EVER PLASMA SERIES GHOST: THE GREEN GHOST

The Green Ghost (aka Slimer)

Class V. Full Roaming Vapor. Formerly anchored to the Sedgewick Hotel.

The Green Ghost—or Slimer, as he’s more commonly known—is arguably the most famous ghost in the Ghostbusters universe, and the first successfully busted specter! From pigging out on leftover room service to charging and sliming Venkman, this ugly little spud was an immediate fan favorite. Now, he’s finally making his gluttonous debut in the Plasma Series, featuring 4 points of articulation and classic Ghostbusters design and detail. Includes stand.

THE GHOSTBUSTERS ARE BACK (IN THE PLASMA SERIES)!

Yes, that’s right, Ghostbusters! They’re back with twice the know-how and twice the particle power to deal with all your supernatural elimination needs. So come, celebrate the grand re-opening with 4 Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ghostbusters II action figures (Deluxe Model only)!

Back the Ectomobile (Deluxe Model) and you’ll receive all 4 Ghostbusters, featuring all-new head sculpts and wearing the highly sought-after charcoal jumpsuits! You’ll also receive 4 Proton Pack accessories and 4 Plasma Stream accessories, as well as 2 Ecto-Charger Pack accessories and 2 Ecto-plasm Stream accessories, so you can re-create favorite moments from Ghostbusters II.

Additional Deluxe Model accessories include a toaster, Ghostbusters hot beverage thermal mug, and Ghostbusters balloon.

“TWO WEEKS TO TULLY” EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

We couldn’t celebrate the hilarious follow-up to Ghostbusters, the aptly titled Ghostbusters II, without including the unofficial fifth Ghostbuster! As a special bonus, if the Ghostbusters Plasma Series Ectomobile (Anniversary Edition) traps the minimum backer amount within the first 14 days of the campaign, all backers will receive a 6-inch Louis Tully (Ghostbuster) action figure! Yes, that means if the early bird special is unlocked in the first 2 weeks, EVERYONE that backs the project throughout the duration of the campaign will receive this awesome Ghostbusters action figure! That’s scary awesome. Includes Proton Pack (x1), Plasma Stream (x1), Ghost Trap (x1) and P.K.E. Meter (x1) accessories.

A SUPERNATURAL CELEBRATION

We here in the Ghostbusters HasLab Lab love this franchise just as much as you do. We’re not just labbies, after all, we’re fans. We grew up with these characters, we wanted to join the team, and their stories are irrevocably woven into the very fabric of our existence. And 40 and 35 years later, both Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II remain very much woven into the fabric of pop culture. To say we’re honored to be a part of the amazing and inclusive legacy of Ghostbusters… well, that would be putting it mildly.

Here’s to 40 years of frights, delights, and saving the world, as well as 35 years of psychomagnotheric ecto-plasm, haunted paintings, and… well, saving the world! Back this project today and race to the next bust in style!

2. JADA TOYS ASSORTMENT

From Jada Toys we are getting some new 6 inch figures. Ranging from Scooby Doo to some breakfast and snack food icons! Here we’ll see Chester Cheetah, Fred and Barney from Fruity/Cocoa Pebbles and Tony the Tiger from Frosted Flakes.

3. MCFARLANE TOYS TODD’S MODS

A different take on some of the DC Universes characters! McFarlane Toys Todd’s Mods. They’re big, they’re chunky, they’re pretty awesome! As revealed at NYCC 2024 the first in a series of which I’m sure there will be more to come! Batman, Bane and Swamp Thing kick of this line of new figures!

DESCRIPTION:

Batman Limited Edition Collector Vinyl (Todd’s Mods) 4.5in Scale Posed Figure

As a child, Bruce Wayne watched as his parents were brutally killed in Gotham City’s Crime Alley. Traumatized by their deaths, he devoted his life to becoming the world’s greatest weapon against crime – the Batman! To become the ultimate vigilante, the Dark Knight disciplined his mind and body to reach the pinnacle of lental and physical superiority in his relentless pursuit of justice!

Product Features:

4.5in scale posed Batman figure
Limited Edition
Collector Vinyl
Collect all DC DIRECT Todd’s Mods vinyl figures

Swamp Thing Limited Edition Collector Vinyl (Todd’s Mods) 4.5in Scale Posed Figure

While scientist Alec Holland was working on a formula to grow plant life where there is none, a rival organization vying for the formula, set off a bomb that covered Alec covered in his bio-restorative serum. To escape the flames of the explosion, he stumbled into a nearby swamp where he mutated into the strange hero known as Swamp Thing! Swamp Thing has superhuman strength and the ability to regenerate any portion of his body. He can also command plants to do his bidding and change locations instantly by inhabiting vegetation anywhere in the world.

Product Features:

4.5in scale posed Swamp Thing figure
Limited Edition
Collector Vinyl
Collect all DC DIRECT Todd’s Mods vinyl figures

Bane Limited Edition Collector Vinyl (Todd’s Mods) 4.5in Scale Posed Figure

Born on the island of Santa Prisca, the boy who would become Bane was raised within the confines of his nation’s cruelest prison where he honed his mind by reading any books he could get his hands on. After decades of imprisonment, he was chosen for an experiment testing a super-steroid called Venom. Not only did Venom work, but it also gave Bane the strength to escape. He then set his sights on Gotham City—a place of which he had heard many legends—with one goal in mind: break Batman.

Product Features:

4.5in scale posed Bane figure
Limited Edition
Collector Vinyl
Collect all DC DIRECT Todd’s Mods vinyl figures

4. STAR WARS THE BLACK SERIES COMMANDER CODY REVENGE OF THE SITH 2OTH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Next year will be the 20th Anniversary of Star Wars Episode 3:Revenge of the Sith. One of my personal favorites in the Star Wars Saga! This is the movie which shows the fall of the Jedi and the turn of Anakin Skywalker to the dark side and becoming Darth Vader. The birth of Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia Organa also happen in this movie. In this movie we also see the turn of the clone troopers through Order 66 against the Jedi. One of the leaders of the clone army is Commander Cody. This is a great addition to the Black Series.

DESCRIPTION:

Star Wars The Black Series Star Wars action figures let fans create galactic scenes with a faithfulness to Star Wars comic books, movies, and series. The Black Series includes figures, vehicles, and roleplay items from the 40-plus-year legacy of the Star Wars galaxy (Additional products each sold separately. Subject to availability).
Star Wars products are produced by Hasbro under license from Lucasfilm Ltd.
HASBRO and all related trademarks and logos are trademarks of Hasbro, Inc.

Includes: Figure and 4 accessories. Figure scale: 6 inches (15 cm). Ages 4 and up. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

• STAR WARS: REVENGE OF THE SITH: Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith with figures from The Black Series, featuring commemorative packaging!
• FILM-INSPIRED DESIGN AND ARTICULATION: Star Wars fans can display this 6 inch figure (15 cm) – including premium design and deco, plus multiple articulation points — in their collections
• CHARACTER-INSPIRED ACCESSORIES: This figure comes with a total of 4 accessories so fans can imagine recreating the iconic scene in the film
• ANNIVERSARY PACKAGING: Display Star Wars fandom on your shelf with this special blister-carded packaging, a tribute to the third film in the prequel series
• BUILD OUT YOUR ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION: Look for more 6-inch figures to recreate your favorite Star Wars prequel scenes (Each sold separately. Subject to availability)

5. MARVEL LEGENDS X-MEN ’97 SENTINEL

Exterminate! From Marvel Legends we get an awesome Sentinel from the X-Men ’97 cartoon! This is massive and scales perfectly with the other normal sized figures in this line! The Sentinel Program was enacted in the X-Men Universe to exterminate all mutants. This is definitely an essential piece in any Marvel collectors collection!

DESCRIPTION:

Bring the excitement and wonder of the Marvel Universe to your collection with Hasbro Marvel Legends Marvel’s Sentinel figure! This collectible 6-inch scale Marvel figure is detailed to look like the character from Marvel Studios’ X-Men ’97 animated series. Inspired by the enormous mutant-hunting Sentinels, the figure stands at 22.2 inches tall, in line with the Hasbro Marvel action figures 6 inch scale. Officially licensed Marvel’s Sentinel action figure features over 80 points of articulation for creating show-inspired poses on your shelf. Marvel action figure set comes with 5 accessories, including power FX and alternate battle damage- designed pieces. Also look for other X-Men ’97 Marvel Legends action figures to build your X-Men collection!

• MARVEL STUDIOS’ X-MEN ’97: Collectible Marvel’s Sentinel figure is inspired by the character’s appearance in Marvel Studios’ X-Men ’97 animated series
• ULTRA DELUXE 22.2-INCH FIGURE: Figure stands at 22.2 inches tall (56.4 cm) and 10.7 inches wide (27.2 cm) for a towering addition to any Marvel Legends 6-inch scale collection
• OVER 80 POINTS OF ARTICULATION: Features premium articulation with poseable head, arms, legs, and torso, hands, and fingers. Includes 25 points of articulation in each hand!
• ALTERNATE PIECES FOR BATTLE-DAMAGED DESIGN: Helmet, faceplate, and chest reactor pieces are swappable to display Marvel’s Sentinel with classic design or a battle-damaged look
• POWER FX ACCESSORIES: Includes 2 power FX accessories that can be plugged into the figure’s hands for display
• MUTANT HUNTER: Adversary of the X-Men, the robotic Sentinel exists for the sole purpose of detecting and destroying mutants
• BUILD A MULTIVERSE OF MARVEL COLLECTIBLES: Add Marvel’s Sentinel to your collection of Marvel Studios’ X-Men ’97 Marvel Legends Series figures (Each sold separately. Subject to availability)

Well everyone, that’s going to wrap up my list of things to look forward to coming out of NYCC 24! There are way more thing to check out, and these were just 5 of them that caught my eye! See you next week for some more great things I’m sure are to come! See you soon.