Square Enix has opened pre-orders for a new Sephiroth figure based on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, bringing the legendary SOLDIER to its upgraded PLAY ARTS SHIN action figure series.
Tallgeese III is getting a double US re-release through Premium Bandai, with both the MG 1/100 and RG 1/144 versions of Zechs Merquise’s iconic Endless Waltz mobile suit now back in stock.
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One of Gundam's more environmentally conscious Master Grade releases has made a rare appearance online in the US, with the MG 1/100 Gundam Barbatos [Recirculation Color/Neon Blue] now available to pre-order through Premium Bandai US as part of Gundam Summer Fest 2026.
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Bandai has officially opened pre-orders for a brand-new premium figure set based on the upgraded forms of Advance of Zeta's Gundam TR-1 [Hazel], bringing together a number of previous releases to create the "METAL ROBOT Spirits Gundam TR-1 [Hazel-Rah] Second Form".
Bandai has opened pre-orders for a new One Piece x NBA MASTER STARS PIECE figure featuring Sabo in a Memphis Grizzlies uniform as part of the final wave in the official crossover collection.
Bandai has opened pre-orders for a new One Piece x NBA MASTER STARS PIECE figure featuring Portgas D. Ace in a New York Knicks uniform as part of the final wave in the official crossover collection.
The MG 1/100 Gundam Heavyarms Custom EW is getting another US re-release through Premium Bandai, bringing Trowa Barton’s heavily armed Endless Waltz mobile suit back into stock for Gundam Wing fans.
Kotobukiya has officially opened pre-orders for a new Pokémon ARTFX J figure that sees Pokémon Black and White protagonist Hilbert join forces with the Mythical Pokémon Victini.