Pop Insider's 2019 Holiday Gift Guide

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

WHAT DO YOU GET THE GEEK WHO’S GOT IT ALL? THE POP INSIDER’S POP 20 FEATURES THE PERFECT GIFTS FOR THE BIGGEST FANS IN YOUR LIFE. WHETHER YOUR LOVED ONES STAN SUPERHEROES, SITH LORDS, OR BOTH, WE’VE GOT YOUR SHOPPING LIST RIGHT HERE!

STAR WARS HOME ARCADE GAME ARCADE1UP

Featuring the original machine’s artwork, this 5-foot arcade cabinet includes a light-up marquee; a full-color, 17-inch display; dual speakers; real-feel flight yoke and control buttons; a riser; and the original arcade versions of the classic games based on the original Star Wars trilogy. MSRP: $499 Available: GameStop, Walmart

NINTENDO SWITCH LITE NINTENDO

While the Nintendo Switch can play games on TV or on the go, this compact, lightweight gaming system is a handheld-only version. It can play all Switch games that are compatible with handheld mode, including those with online play. MSRP: $199.99 | Available: mass retailers

MARVEL LEGENDS SERIES AVENGERS ELECTRONIC POWER GAUNTLET HASBRO

POLAROID ORIGINALS ONESTEP 2 VF — STRANGER THINGS EDITION POLAROID

Take selfies the old-school way with this limited-edition, instant-film camera. Features a built-in flash and a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 60 days per charge. Pro tip: Although it’s inspired by the “upside down,” make sure you snap pics with the camera right side up. Pairs well with the special-edition Stranger Things film (sold separately). MSRP: $109.99 | Available: Amazon, Best Buy Cover: Mitchel Wu Toy Photography | www.mitchelwutoyphotography.com

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The intricately detailed design of this electronically articulated Power Gauntlet is inspired by Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame. With pulsating, light-up Infinity Stones and sound effects, it can be locked in fist mode for a powerful display. MSRP: $99.99 Available: mass retailers


MY HERO ACADEMIA DEKU FULL COWL GLOW-IN-THEDARK POP! VINYL FIGURE FUNKO

1:24 STRANGER THINGS HOPPER’S BLAZER WITH POLICE BADGE JADA TOYS

Do you know Deku? You should. This exclusive Pop! vinyl figure of My Hero Academia’s Deku is ready for battle in full-cowl mode, and it glows in the dark.

Make your escape from the Upside Down with the Stranger Things 1980 Chevy K5 Blazer. This collectible features styling cues directly from the Stranger Things series, and includes a replica of Hopper’s police badge.

MSRP: $13.99 Available: Entertainment Earth

MSRP: $24.99 Available: Amazon, Target

HARRY POTTER INVISIBILITY CLOAK

NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK SKELLINGTON & ZERO CHARACTER PUPPETS

WOW! STUFF

Looking to sneak around Hogwarts without being seen? Appear to disappear with Harry’s invisibility cloak. Features a detailed pattern on one side and a green, silk-style interior that pairs with an app to make wearers look invisible. MSRP: $69.99 | Available: mass retailers

FOLKMANIS

The Pumpkin King and his ghost dog come to life with your help. Jack is a 6-foot-tall puppet, while Zero is about 30-inches long, and each features multiple points of mobility. MSRP: $159.99 (Jack), $53.99 (Zero) Available: folkmanis.com

LEGO HARRY POTTER ADVENT CALENDAR LEGO

Celebrate the holidays in the Wizarding World. Behind each of the 24 doors is a different LEGO Harry Potter gift, from the Hogwarts Express to a Wizard Chess set. Includes seven minifigures, such as Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Dumbledore. MSRP: $39.99 | Available: mass retailers

DISNEY VILLAINOUS: WICKED TO THE CORE & EVIL COMES PREPARED RAVENSBURGER

Iconic Disney Villains reign supreme in these follow-up titles to Disney Villainous. Players can combine them with the original game or play them on their own. MSRP: $24.99 (each) Available: mass retailers

FUNKOVERSE FUNKO

These themed games combine strategy with Pop! vinyl figures. Players go head to head as their favorite characters in exciting scenarios at memorable locations from DC, Harry Potter, Rick and Morty, and more. MSRP: $39.99 (each) | Available: mass retailers

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STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES HYPERREAL EPISODE V: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK 8-INCH DARTH VADER FIGURE HASBRO

BATMAN BLACK & WHITE MINI 7-PIECE BOX SET: WAVE 4 DC COLLECTIBLES

Iconic favorites from DC Collectibles’ Batman Black & White line are back at 3.75 inches tall. The set features seven figures, including Batman interpretations from Jae Lee, Brian Bolland, Chris Uminga, and more. MSRP: $40 Available: Amazon, Entertainment Earth

V, this Inspired by Star Wars: Episode V figure of the iconic villain features detailed fabric costuming, an interior skeletal structure with seamless joints, and hyper-articulation for realistic posing. Includes eight accessories and a figure stand. MSRP: $79.99 Available: mass retailers

VOICE-ACTIVATED BATMOBILE MIMOPOWERDECK MIMOCO

Level up with these Nintendo-inspired power banks, which provide four full smartphone charges. Choose from a classic NES controller, Legend of Zelda, or Super Mario Bros. designs. MSRP: $24.99 | Available: mimoco.com

YUME TOYS

Goodbye, Siri — hello, Batmobile! This voice-activated personal assistant is a highly stylized die-cast replica of the Batmobile that connects to your Google Home or Apple Siri via Bluetooth, and answers you in an Alfred-inspired British accent. MSRP: $79.99 Available: Best Buy, GameStop

JUMANJI PROP REPLICA

THE NOBLE COLLECTION This beautifully crafted prop replica of the Jumanji game is for those who seek to find a way to leave their world behind. Features finely detailed sculpts and full graphic artwork inside. MSRP: $145 Available: The Noble Collection

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FRIENDS X ALEX AND ANI ALEX AND ANI

Your favorite episodes are now your favorite accessories. Friends fans can choose from a variety of bracelets featuring iconic symbols and memorable quotes from the show, including “How you doin’?” and “You’re my lobster.” MSRP: $39-49 | Available: alexandani.com


THE AVENGERS ASSEMBLED COMPLETE 4-MOVIE COLLECTION STEELBOOK

All four Avengers films in 4K Ultra HD come complete in a limited-edition steel library case. Also includes a special, personal letter from Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige as he reflects on more than a decade of storytelling. MSRP: $149.99 | Available: Best Buy

POKÉMON SWORD & POKÉMON SHIELD NINTENDO

A new generation of Pokémon is coming to the Nintendo Switch. Become a Pokémon Trainer, embark on a new journey in the Galar region, and unravel the mystery behind the Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta. MSRP: $59.99 | Available: mass retailers

PLAYMOBIL GHOSTBUSTERS ECTO-1A PLAYMOBIL

This Ecto-1A includes all four Ghostbusters characters, pink slime pieces, a hologram pyramid, proton packs, and more. Features everything you need to track down paranormal activities. MSRP: $59.99 | Available: Walmart


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MARVEL

NANO GAUNTLET MUG — MARVEL’S AVENGERS: ENDGAME DISNEY

Make mornings a *snap* with this ceramic mug, which is shaped like the gauntlet from Avengers: Endgame and features all six Infinity Stones. MSRP: $22.95 | Available: shopdisney.com

IRON MAN MK50 ROBOT

GROOT PUPPET

UB TECH

FOLKMANIS

Complete augmented reality missions, which take place after the events of Avengers: Infinity War, with this Iron Man robot and its companion app.

I am Groot, I am Groot. (Read: Bring Groot to life with this puppet, which has jointed limbs and multiple finger pockets to animate and pose him.)

MSRP: $289 Available: Amazon, ubtrobot.com

MSRP: $47.99 | Available: folkmanis.com

MARVEL DEADPOOL TACO HOLDER

MARVEL FLUXX LOONEY LABS

SURREAL ENTERTAINMENT

Assemble your Avengers dream team in this Marvel-infused version of the Fluxx card game. The game also comes with a collectible coin inspired by Captain America’s shield. MSRP: $20 | Available: mass retailers

Combine your love for Deadpool AND tacos with this taco truck-shaped taco holder, which holds three tacos. MSRP: $19.99 Available: shopnerdcode.com

MARVEL COMICS NO. 1000 MARVEL COMICS

This anniversary issue includes the entire universe of Marvel characters, with work from 80 creative teams packed together in an 89-page comic book. MSRP: $9.99 Available: comic shops, comicstore.marvel.com

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WAKANDA FOREVER SPIN MASTER

Do you have what it takes to rule Wakanda? Find out in this strategy game as you take down villains, mine Vibranium, and compete to collect the most Wakanda points. MSRP: $29.99 | Available: mass retailers


STAR WARS FLEX WATCHES — STAR WARS FLEX

DEATH STAR POPCORN MAKER UNCANNY BRANDS

The Star Wars collection features different themes, locations, and characters from a galaxy far, far away. Each watch color represents a different cause that FLEX partnered with to give back 10% of gross profit.

That’s no moon — it’s a popcorn maker. This air popper makes popcorn in minutes. The top half conveniently doubles as a serving bowl, so you can snack while watching your favorite Star Wars flick.

MSRP: $40 (each) Available: flexwatches.com

MSRP: $49.99 | Available: Amazon, Bed Bath & Beyond, BoxLunch

DARTH VADER LASER-ETCHED GLASS SCULPTURE THE HAMILTON COLLECTION

STAR WARS X BARBIE MATTEL Barbie and Star Wars join forces in a new collaboration paying homage to Star Wars: A New Hope with a high-fashion twist on iconic characters Princess Leia, Darth Vader, and R2-D2. MSRP: $100 Available: barbie.com, Barnes & Noble

STAR WARS “STAY ON TARGET” 1,000-PIECE JIGSAW PUZZLE BUFFALO GAMES

This puzzle made from recycled puzzle board features a comic-book portrayal of an X-wing, Y-wing, and the Millennium Falcon. It’s named after Gold Five pilot Davis Krail’s iconic line from Star Wars: A New Hope.

Feel the power of the Dark Side with this solid glass Darth Vader sculpture. Crafted with more than 1 million precisely targeted lasers, Darth Vader’s menacing image is etched into a block of optically pure glass on a sturdy, full-color display base. MSRP: $99.99 Available: hamiltoncollection.com

MSRP: $14.95; Available: Barnes & Noble

OUR UNIVERSE STAR WARS: EWOKS CHARACTERS SWEATSHIRT HER UNIVERSE Hang out with your new fuzzy friends with this burgundy sweatshirt inspired by the animated Star Wars series, Ewoks. Features Wicket, Princess Kneesaa, Teebo, and Latara. Yub Nub! MSRP: $44.90 Available: heruniverse.com

STAR WARS JEDI: FALLEN ORDER EA

STAR WARS RETRO COLLECTION 3.75-INCH FIGURE ASSORTMENT HASBRO

Inspired by Star Wars action figures from the ’70s, these figures feature Kenner-style design and detailing. Characters include Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Chewbacca, Han Solo, and a Stormtrooper. MSRP: $9.99 (each) | Available: Target

Become a Jedi through this new game’s innovative lightsaber combat system that partners striking, parrying, and dodging with a suite of powerful Force abilities you’ll need to leverage to overcome obstacles that stand in your way. Available for XBox One, PS4, and PC. MSRP: $59.99 (regular edition); $69.99 (deluxe edition) Available: mass retailers

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HARRY POTTER HARRY POTTER COLLECTION HOGWARTS CASTLE MUSICAL TREE TOPPER HALLMARK

No matter what house you’re in, bring the enchantment of Hogwarts to your holiday celebrations. Plug it in for constant illumination or start a sound and light show featuring music from “Hedwig’s Theme.” MSRP: $119 | Available: hallmark.com

HARRY POTTER: FILM VAULT: VOLUMES 1 AND 2

HERMIONE GRANGER BAG PROP REPLICA

INSIGHT EDITIONS

THE NOBLE COLLECTION

Straight from the Warner Bros. archive, Potterheads will discover filmmaking secrets behind magical creatures and locations from the Harry Potter films. Each volume features illustrations, behind-the-scenes photography, and a collectible art print.

Grab your Polyjuice potion and channel Hermione Granger with this prop replica as seen in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1. Perfect for cosplay, the 9-inch bag is made of high-quality materials.

MSRP: $16.99 (each) | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $49.95 Available: noblecollection.com

HARRY POTTER INFINITY BOX YUME TOYS

Rotate the infinity box to reveal hidden compartments, each containing a secret item, such as travel tags, pins, and an exclusive Harry Potter Yule Ball Ornament plush. Available in 18- and 24-piece versions. MSRP: $39.99 (18 piece), $59.99 (24 piece) Available: hottopic.com

HARRY POTTER HOGWARTS BATTLE DEFENSE AGAINST THE DARK ARTS

WEASLEY’S WIZARD WHEEZES & DAILY PROPHET WREBBIT 3D PUZZLE

Wizards can master their defensive skills in this fast-paced game. Players take turns playing cards to build an unstoppable deck, and try to stun their opponents three times to win.

Get your floo powder ready to enter Diagon Alley as you build two iconic locations with 235 pieces. This 3D puzzle connects with the other puzzles in the Diagon Alley Collection. Just don’t accidentally say “diagonally.”

MSRP: $24.95 | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $29.95 | Available: Amazon

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WREBBIT PUZZLES

HARRY POTTER HOGWARTS CASTLE SET OF 5 ALEX AND ANI

This set of bracelets — in a shiny, silver finish to symbolize a spellbinding, snowy day at Hogwarts — will add some magical style to your day. Remember: Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home. MSRP: $129 | Available: alexandani.com


DC WONDER WOMAN INVISIBLE JET WITH WONDER WOMAN AND THE CHEETAH PIN MATES SET BIF BANG POW!

Wonder Woman is ready to take on the Cheetah in this cute Pin Mates set, including the (currently visible) Invisible Jet. MSRP: $16.99 Available: Entertainment Earth

BATMAN 80TH ANNIVERSARY 18-FILM COLLECTION DC/WARNER BROS.

Who’s ready for a movie marathon? Celebrate Batman’s big year with this amazing collection of movies, on DVD or Blu-ray, featuring the Caped Crusader. MSRP: $68.98 (DVD), $89.99 (Blu-ray) Available: Best Buy, Walmart, shopdcentertainment.com

BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE DELUXE EDITION (HARDCOVER) DC COMICS

WONDER WOMAN MOVIE COLLECTIBLE

CRYPTOZOIC ENTERTAINMENT Celebrate the coolest Amazonian princess to ever grace the big screen with this 8-inch figure. It features Wonder Woman’s armor, lasso of truth, and sword from the DC film.

Revisit Alan Moore’s iconic Joker origin story with this recolored, hardcover edition of the 1988 one-shot.

BATMAN BLACK & WHITE: BATMAN BY JOE MADUREIRA STATUE DC COLLECTIBLES

Sculpted by Paul Harding, this 4.86-inch figure is straight from Joe Madureira’s variant cover of Justice League: Rebirth No. 1. MSRP: $80 Available: Sideshow, Amazon, Entertainment Earth

MSRP: $17.99 Available: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, shopdcentertainment.com

MSRP: $29.99 Available: store.cryptozoic.com

DZNR

YUME TOYS Pronounced “designer,” this series of chibi Batman plush figures pays tribute to various Batman designs from the past eight decades. Available in 7- and 10-inch versions. MSRP: $12.99-22.99 Available: mass retailers

CHAIR CAPES

ENTERTAINMENT EARTH Every office needs a superhero (or villain). Add some geeky flair to your cubicle by repping your fave DC character, such as Superman, Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, or the Joker. MSRP: $24.99 Available: Entertainment Earth

DC MOVIE GALLERY SHAZAM PVC DIORAMA DIAMOND SELECT TOYS

Straight from the big screen, this 9-inch diorama — modeled after Zachary Levi — features Billy Batson in full Shazam! form, complete with lightning arcing from his chest. MSRP: $49.99 Available: shop.diamondselecttoys.com

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RETRO

RUBIK’S MAGIC STAR BRAND PARTNERS GROUP

It’s a cube! It’s a star! It’s a … Rubik’s Cube? This transforming geometric puzzle toy is addicting to twist from a star into a cube. MSRP: $9.99 | Available: Amazon

TRIVIAL PURSUIT NETFLIX’S STRANGER THINGS BACK TO THE ’80S EDITION HASBRO

This game features questions about ’80s pop culture and Stranger Things. If a player lands on a portal space, they have to flip over a panel, sending players to the Upside Down. MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Amazon

BOB ROSS 2QT SLOW COOKER UNCANNY BRANDS

Make happy little meals with this 2-quart slow cooker, featuring variable cook settings, a removable stoneware insert, and a tempered glass lid, as Bob Ross watches over you.

SEGA GENESIS MINI SEGA OF AMERICA

CARMEN SANDIEGO HANDHELD ELECTRONIC GAME BASIC FUN!

Complete missions around the world to find clues and catch villains working for Carmen Sandiego. Make it to the end for a chance to catch Carmen, wherever she is in the world. MSRP: $24.99 | Available: Walmart

DIGIMON

BANDAI AMERICA

This mini console is loaded with 42 classic games, including Earthworm Jim, Darius, Mega Man: The Wily Wars, and more.

Hatch, raise, and train these digital monsters from cyberspace, then link them with other DigiMon to battle. May the strongest monster win.

MSRP: $29.99 | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $79.99 | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Amazon

GHOSTBUSTERS STAY PUFT COOKIE JAR

ADULT MAD LIBS: THE GAME

The Stay Puft Marshmallow Man must eat a lot of cookies because he turned into a cookie jar: a 10-inch-tall, ceramic one with hand-painted details.

Players use word cards to create the funniest sentences possible. All players vote on which sentence should win the round, and the first to win three rounds wins the game.

MSRP: $29.99 | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $20 | Available: Amazon

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LOONEY LABS

GREMLINS GEEKI TIKIS BEELINE CREATIVE

Drink yourself back to the ’80s with these tiki-style ceramic mugs featuring your buddies Gizmo and Stripe from the movie Gremlins. MSRP: $19.99 Available: Entertainment Earth



HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

VIDEO GAMES & GEAR

LEGO OVERWATCH JUNKRAT & ROADHOG LEGO

OVERWATCH ULTIMATES SERIES PHARAH AND MERCY DUAL-PACK FIGURES

THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: LINK’S AWAKENING

HASBRO

NINTENDO

Recreate the apocalyptic Junkertown using 380 pieces. Features Roadhog with his Chain Hook and Scrap Gun, Junkrat with his iconic peg-leg and Frag Launcher, a yellow chopper, and a diorama.

Pharah and Mercy feature character-inspired accessories, game-inspired design, and multiple points of articulation. Build a roster of heroes with additional figures (sold separately).

MSRP: $49.99 Available: mass retailers

MSRP: $39.99 Available: Amazon, hasbropulse.com

Link has washed ashore on a mysterious island. To escape, players must collect magical instruments and awaken the Wind Fish. Battle enemies as you conquer dungeons and uncover hidden secrets in this updated version of a classic. MSRP: $59.99 | Available: mass retailers

FORTNITE BATTLE BUS DRONE BY JAZWARES JAZWARES

MARIO & SONIC AT THE TOKYO 2020 OLYMPICS SEGA

Compete with your friends in more than 30 action-packed 3D and 2D games, including all-new Olympic sports games, such as skateboarding, surfing, and sport climbing.

This Battle Bus Drone features game-authentic lights and sounds and highly detailed decoration. It Includes a 6-inch micro USB cable for recharging, a remote control, and a collector’s guide. MSRP: $49.99 Available: Amazon, Target

TETROMINO LIGHT PALADONE

This USB-powered light features a black board and 53 colored tetromino blocks that fans can place as if they’re playing Tetris. MSRP: $12.50 | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $59.99 | Available: mass retailers

NINTENDO ADVENT CALENDAR

BESTWAY MAINFRAME INFLATABLE GAMING ARMCHAIR

Gamers can travel through Dream Land, fight alongside new allies, or get ready for a melee with this jumbo plush Kirby.

Reveal 24 days of Super Mario-themed surprises, including articulated, 2.5-inch figures and accessories. Display figures with the pop-up environment pieces and create your own scenes.

It’s game on with this inflatable armchair featuring oversized arm and backrests. The futuristic-printed chair is portable and includes a mesh storage pocket for extra controllers.

MSRP: $29.99 | Available: tomy.com

MSRP: $49.99 | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $29.99 | Available: Menards

CLUB MOCCHI-MOCCHIMEGA KIRBY TOMY

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JAKKS PACIFIC

BESTWAY


TABLETOP GAMES PLANET

BLUE ORANGE GAMES

DIE HARD: NAKATOMI HEIST TIP OF THE TONGUE UNIVERSITY GAMES

The questions seem easy, but can you spit out the answer in 2 seconds or less? Players must think fast in this party trivia game to try to be the first to get rid of all of their tokens. MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Amazon

HARRY POTTER LABYRINTH RAVENSBURGER

Players must use their wizarding skills to find the shortest route through the labyrinth and find the Harry Potter characters while also reaching all of the treasures and targets throughout the gameboard. MSRP: $24.99 | Available: Walmart

USAOPOLY

Relive Die Hard in this competitive game. Take on the role of John McLane, Hans Gruber, or the thieves to maneuver through Nakatomi Plaza and move through the story of the original film. Wearing shoes is optional. MSRP: $39.95 | Available: Amazon

In this game, the world takes shape in the palm of your hands. Players strategize to create a perfect world and ecosystem for wildlife to flourish. MSRP: $34.99 Available: Amazon

THE BLOCKBUSTER GAME CARPOOL KARAOKE GAME BIG G CREATIVE

Do you have what it takes to ride shotgun with James Corden? Select a song from an app or a streaming service and then duel other players in song, dance moves, or celebrity trivia to gain points. MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Target

BIG POTATO

Blockbuster is back! In round one, players name as many movies as they can in a category before time runs out. Then, in the second round, players either use one word, a quote, or act out the names of additional movie titles. MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Target

KENNY G KEEPIN’ IT SAXY GAME

MONOPOLY: MY HERO ACADEMIA

Play as Pac-Man and gobble up everything you can, while the remaining players work together as ghosts and try to catch you. The Pac-Man pawn even makes arcade sounds from the original game.

Stay in the groove with the power of jazz! In this cooperative game, players work together to make sure Kenny G stays smooth and saxy during a hectic day, such as overcoming uncool events, detangling his luscious locks, and avoiding traffic.

Make your way across the board, choosing between Class 1-A’s students and teachers. Includes a custom game board, cards, and collectible tokens of Eraserhead’s Visor, Grenade Glove, Deku’s Mask, Dummy Bomb, Shigaraki’s Hand, and the UA Sigil.

MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Amazon

MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Target

MSRP: $39.95 | Available: Amazon

PAC-MAN THE GAME BUFFALO GAMES

BIG G CREATIVE

USAOPOLY

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REVOS

FACTORY ENTERTAINMENT Meet the vinyl figures with a spin — literally. A self-righting mechanism allows the figures to revolve, rock, and wobble. Build a pop-culture army that’s always on the move with characters from DC, Jurassic Park, and more. MSRP: $12.99 (each) | Available: Amazon

FUGGLERS SPIN MASTER

Fugglers are unpredictable, mischievous plush creatures that are, well... ugly — but in a totes adorbs kind of way. Fugglers feature gangly arms, pointy ears, giant heads, small heads, and other weird attributes. There are 40 to collect. MSRP: $14.99 Available: Amazon, shop.spinmaster.com

RBG 10-INCH PLUSH FIGURE BLEACHER CREATURES

Pop culture’s favorite Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg gets the plush treatment in this 10-inch doll, complete with RBG’s signature collar. MSRP: $19.99 | Available: mass retailers

RICK AND MORTY BUTTERBOT COIN BANK SURREAL ENTERTAINMENT

ALTER NATION PANDA MONY

Available as 1:12 or 6-inch-scale figures, each fully poseable character includes a mini comic book and accessories. Phase one includes four heroes (El Ray, Daart, Quillroy, and Albert VII) and two villains (Sham and Sabotage). MSRP: $21.99-24.99 Available: store.pandamony.toys

Unlike the real Butterbot, this one doesn’t pass butter. But it does help you save money as you pass your coins through the slot, where they’ll stay for safekeeping until you decide you need to buy more merch. MSRP: $29.99 Available: shopnerdcode.com

KAME HOUSE COOKIE JAR ABYSTYLE

What’s cooler than a mini Kame House in your kitchen? How about a ceramic one you can fill with cookies? Pay a visit to Master Roshi and share a snack. Includes a removable lid. MSRP: $39.99 Available: Amazon, abystyle.us

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES MASTER SHREDDER CHEESE GRATER

SURREAL ENTERTAINMENT Every kitchen needs a box grater, but few are as geektastic as this one featuring a 3D character mold of TMNT character Master Shredder. Beware of introducing the grater to its nemesis: the dishwasher. MSRP: $19.99 Available: shopnerdcode.com

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GODZILLA VINIMATES VINYL FIGURES SERIES 1 DIAMOND SELECT TOYS

The black-and-white, 1954-era Godzilla and the full-color, 1999-era Godzilla team up against their robot doppelganger. Each 4-inch figure has an articulated neck and comes packaged in a full-color window box. MSRP: $9.99 (each) Available: shop.diamondselecttoys.com

FISHER-PRICE THE BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE BY LITTLE PEOPLE MATTEL

Get ready to rock ‘n roll with John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr with this special-edition figure pack. Character figures are styled with looks from “Yellow Submarine.” MSRP: $19.99 | Available: Amazon, Target


MASTERPIECE MEMES ALPHA GROUP

Fan-favorite SpongeBob moments come to life through these meme-inspired, 8-inch collectible vinyl figures. Collect Mocking SpongeBob, Imaginaaation SpongeBob, Surprised Patrick, Spongegar, and Handsome Squidward. MSRP: $19.99 (each) | Available: Amazon, Target

GAME OF THRONES COLLECTOR’S CHESS SET USAOPOLY

Challenge a friend or display this chess set as coffee table art showcasing an epic battle. Includes 32 resin chess pieces resembling the series’ actors and an Iron Thronethemed board with a metallic gold checkerboard and a dragon scale-textured backwrap. MSRP: $99.95 Available: Barnes & Noble

THE OFFICE POP! FIGURES BY FUNKO FUNKO

Bring the fun and camaraderie of The Office home (or to your dorm) with these Pop! figures, including Michael Scott, Pam Beesly, Dwight Schrute, Darryl Philbin, Kevin Malone, Jim Halpert, and more. MSRP: $10.99-14.99 | Available: mass retailers

BEND-EMS

SUNNY DAYS ENTERTAINMENT These 5-inch action figures are made of malleable rubber so fans of Voltron, Battlestar Galactica, and more can easily bend ’em, stretch ’em, and pose ’em into practically any position. MSRP: $9.99 (each) | Available: Amazon


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