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Animal Crossing All Star Collection Plush and Keychains Appear
Sanei will release five new Animal Crossing All Star Collection plush keychains and a returning DJ KK plush at the end of July 2026. The keychains, featuring villagers Chrissy, Francine, Dom, Marshall, and Stitches, will be available for approximately $14, while the DJ KK plush will cost around $18. Pre-orders are expected to begin in June 2026, with products likely to see a worldwide release.
Lego And Sega Are Bringing You A Buildable, Tiny Sega Genesis
Lego and Sega have unveiled a new buildable Lego set of the Sega Genesis console, set to release on June 1st for $39.99. The 479-piece set includes a cartridge and controllers, with stickers to customize it as either a Genesis or Mega Drive. This marks the first Sega console to be released as a Lego set.
Exclusive Merchandise from The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune -The Ghost in the Shell- Launches Globally
PARCO and KODANSHA are offering exclusive merchandise from 'The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune - "The Ghost in the Shell" and The Path of Creation -' for international sale online from May 1st to May 31st, 2026. This follows the success of the exhibition, which drew over 65,000 visitors in Japan. The sale coincides with the upcoming TV animation broadcast of "THE GHOST IN THE SHELL" in July 2026.
Updates Appear on 4 Zenless Zone Zero Figures
Several manufacturers, including Apex-Toys, Good Smile Company, and Bandai Namco, have revealed details about upcoming Zenless Zone Zero figures. A Lighter Nendoroid, Astra Yao scale figure, and SH Figuarts figures of Soldier 0 Anby and Trigger are planned, with most expected to release in 2027. Zenless Zone Zero is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices.
Ultimate Grogu Is The Closest You Can Get To Owning The Real Thing
Hasbro has released the Ultimate Grogu, a life-size animatronic collectible figure based on the character from The Mandalorian. The figure features over 250 interactive movements and sounds and comes with accessories like Grogu's cookie and a Grav Charge. It is available for preorder for $600 and will launch on April 1, 2027. The article also mentions other Star Wars merchandise, including Lego sets and Loungefly bags.
Loungefly's New Star Wars Bags Feature Grogu, Leia, Darth Maul, And More
Loungefly has released a new collection of Star Wars-themed bags, including backpacks and crossbody bags, featuring characters like Grogu, Leia, Darth Maul, Padmé, and Rey. The collection also includes collectible bag charms. These items are available for purchase and can be acquired in time for Star Wars Day.
LEGO Animal Crossing Timmy & Tommy’s fun day out revealed
Nintendo and The LEGO Group have announced a new LEGO Animal Crossing set titled 'Timmy & Tommy's fun day out'. This set is scheduled for release on August 1st. The collaboration between LEGO and Animal Crossing was confirmed via social media and a teaser trailer.
Animal Crossing's Timmy & Tommy Are Getting Their Own LEGO Set This August
LEGO will release a new Animal Crossing set featuring Timmy and Tommy on August 1st for $59.99. The "Timmy & Tommy's Fun Day Out" set includes 513 pieces and depicts the characters fishing on a bridge. This follows other recent LEGO collaborations with Nintendo, including Pokémon and Mario Kart sets.
Star Wars fans are going nuts for this new Grogu animatronic, but not its price
Hasbro Pulse has unveiled a highly realistic, 1:1 scale animatronic Grogu collectible featuring over 250 animations and sound effects. While praised for its lifelike design and advanced technology, the $599.99 price tag has drawn mixed reactions from fans, with some finding it prohibitively expensive compared to other high-end collectibles.
New Darkstalkers Morrigan and Lilith Figures Cost $200 Each
Kotobukiya has announced new scale figures for Morrigan Aensland and Lilith from the Darkstalkers series, with worldwide releases beginning in late 2026. These 1/7 scale figures, priced at $199.99 each, will feature default costumes and optional accessories like extra face plates. The figures will be available in Japan in November and December 2026, followed by North American releases in December 2026 and January 2027.
Cyberpunk 2077's Gorgeous Tarot Cards Wills Grace an Official Tarot Deck, Out This Year
CD Projekt Red is collaborating with Dark Horse to release an official Cyberpunk 2077 tarot deck later this year. The deck will feature the striking illustrations used for tarot graffiti collectibles within the game. A guidebook will also be included, with the release targeted for autumn.
FFXIV Character Miniature Figure Collection 2 Has Emet-Selch, Zenos
Square Enix has announced the second Final Fantasy XIV Miniature Figure Collection, featuring characters like Emet-Selch, Zenos Galvus, and Krile Maya Baldesion. The blind box collection is available for pre-order and includes characters from both older expansions and the upcoming Dawntrail. The figures stand approximately three inches tall and are expected to launch in July 2026.
Cyberpunk 2077's Gorgeous Tarot Cards Will Grace an Official Tarot Deck, Out This Year
CD Projekt Red is collaborating with Dark Horse to release an official Cyberpunk 2077 tarot deck later this year. The deck will feature striking illustrations from the game, which plays a significant role in the narrative. A guidebook will be included, with the release targeting an autumn/fall launch.
Uniqlo Gets Dragon Quest Shirts in Japan
Uniqlo has launched a new line of Dragon Quest t-shirts in Japan, featuring designs inspired by characters and monsters from the game. The shirts cost ¥1,990 each and are available in unisex sizes. While not yet confirmed for a worldwide release, similar crossovers have historically become available globally after their Japanese launch. Uniqlo also announced a separate Pokemon shirt collection for March 2026.
Darkstalkers Lilith and Morrigan Figures Open Pre-Orders with Bonus Parts
Kotobukiya has opened pre-orders for new figures of Lilith and Morrigan Aensland from the Darkstalkers series, priced at $199.99 each. Both figures include bonus face parts, with Lilith's guaranteed by July 14, 2026, and Morrigan's by June 2, 2026. Darkstalkers is a classic fighting game series developed by Capcom, with its last releases being Vampire Hunter 2 and Vampire Savior 2 in 1997.
The Witcher: Geralt and Ciri Fireside Premium Statue Revealed by Dark Horse
Dark Horse has revealed a new premium statue for The Witcher series, featuring characters Geralt and Ciri sharing a quiet moment by a fireside. This collectible expands the range of merchandise available for the popular fantasy franchise.
Pearl Abyss and Dyenamik Announce Premium Crimson Desert Apparel Collection
Pearl Abyss and Dyenamik have partnered to launch a premium apparel collection inspired by the open-world action-adventure game Crimson Desert. The collection includes jerseys, a hoodie, and T-shirts, drawing inspiration from the game's world of Pywel. The items will be available worldwide exclusively through Dyenamik.com.
More Pokemon Goldfish Crackers Arrive in May
Campbell Snacks is expanding its Pokemon Goldfish cracker line with four new cheddar-flavored varieties featuring Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle, launching in May 2026. A contest tied to a Pokemon Fossil Museum exhibit at Chicago's Field Museum is also planned. The Pikachu variant will be exclusive to Target and Walmart.
Kirby’s Dream Buffet Keychains Include Meta Knight and Waddle Dee
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced a new line of Kirby's Dream Buffet merchandise featuring keychains of Kirby, Meta Knight, and Waddle Dee, sold with cookies. These blind bag items are scheduled to release in Japan in May 2026 for 350 yen each. While the game is available worldwide on Nintendo Switch, a global release window for the merchandise has not yet been announced.
New Frieren Desktop Cute Figure Dressed for Summer
Taito has released a new Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Desktop Cute figure in Japan, featuring the character in a summer dress. The figure, standing about five inches tall, is available as a prize in Japanese arcades and will be released worldwide, with a listing on the Crunchyroll store for $24.99, expected by July 31, 2026. This merchandise follows other recent tie-ins for the popular anime and manga series.
