As I got older and my income increased so did my taste in collectibles. Like any kid I had a ton of Hot-Wheels growing up. Well Mattel got smart and as us kids got older they started making their die-cast fancier and fancier. Now, as an adult I still buy the dollar Hot-Wheels for my son and the Hot-Wheels Elite for me. (more…)
Star Wars
Funko NYCC Exclusives: Wave One
Funko is realeasing their exclusives in waves again it looks like. They released wave one today and it looks like your usual mix of their brands and licenses. I am a fan of their Vinyl Idiols line so I was glad to see Bloody Daryl. (more…)
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Air Hogs & more…
I know. I know. I think we have all had it with EPVII merchandise. Don’t worry, they have 3 more months to cram it down our throats. I was into action figures during the Return of the Jedi release so I am more excited than most as this is my “second” Star Wars toy release. (more…)
From the Front Lines: “Force Friday”
As the countdown nears the end, we plan on being on the front lines tonight at midnight for the release of all new EPVII merchandise. In addition to the big boxes of Wal-Mart, Target and Toy R Us, The Disney Store and Hot Topic are participating as well. Check your local Disney Store and Hot Topic for hours but most are opening at 6am. So if you miss out at the big boxes, stay up and hit the Disney Store. The first 100 to make a purchase at the Disney Store receive an exclusive collector pin. Pay attention to the details, not first 100 in line but first 100 to make a purchase. Follow us on twitter @toyboxone for live updates.
Don’t feel like waiting in line? Entertainment Earth is going live online at midnight east coast, 9 pm west coast. Click here for all things EPVII.
Inside the Toy Box: Issue Four
Inside the Toy Box sums up the past week’s toy news, top sellers, trends, pre-orders and any other great happenings in the world of toys and pop culture.
Another busy week in the world of toy news and also the first week back to school so I am behind. Lets just get to it then. We all know Force Friday is this Friday. Disney Store and Hot Topic are joining the big boxes for midnight opening. (more…)




