Transformers, Gumby, Battle of the Planets
February 19, 2002
Rhino Home Video released new information about some key DVD releases of retro cartoons that are now slated to hit retail in April.
Man Machine Interface, Steam Detectives, and More
February 19, 2002
Toycom is the American arm of the Japanese toy company Yamato Co. Ltd, creator of the famed Macross ( Robotech ) toys.
While Book Sales Grow Faster
February 18, 2002
Vertigo has announced that all of its periodicals will bear new trade dress, beginning with books shipping in May. DC VP Executive Editor-Vertigo Karen Berger explained why.
How Powerful Is the Gravity on Krypton?
February 18, 2002
Next fall John Wiley & Sons will publish a lighthearted but rigorous look at the scientific underpinnings of superhero and science fiction comic books.
Figures from Music, Videogames, On-line Games
February 18, 2002
McFarlane Toys is planning to repeat its past successes in creating action figure lines based on video games and key rock music properties, while expanding its Sports Picks offerings.
Yu Gi Oh Bows, He-Man Returns (Finally)
February 18, 2002
Like Hasbro with G.I.Joe, Mattel has brought back a proprietary line from the 1980s, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe .
Stock Holds on to Gains
February 17, 2002
The GameStop initial public offering last Wednesday has been gauged a success, with the stock holding on to most of its first day 12% gain in trading during the rest of the week. GameStop retails a number of pop culture categories popular with its videogame customers.
But Smaller Lines Limit the Risks
February 17, 2002
In contrast to the heady days of the late 90s, Hasbro has pruned back its offerings.
More Action, Less Resin
February 17, 2002
For 2002 Palisades is putting its main effort behind three action figure lines, two of which are based on reviving toys from the 80s ( Muppets and Micronauts ).
Alias Scribe To Pen Script
February 16, 2002
This week Variety announced that Will McG, the director of Charlie's Angels , had been signed to direct the next film in the Superman franchise.
DVD Documentary Bows on March 26
February 15, 2002
On March 26 Docurama will release a 77-minute documentary on McFarlane-- Todd McFarlane: The Devil You Know...
Plus Lots of other CCG Products
February 15, 2002
A visit to the Wizards of the Coast section of the Hasbro Building at this year's New York Toy Fair leaves no doubt that WotC will be very busy in 2002.
