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02-26-2013, 09:25 AM | #1 |
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I never got into the Mattel DCU lines, so when I saw the launch of a new range of figures I thought I'd pull the trigger.
That Figures: REVIEW: DC Unlimited - The Flash (New 52 Costume) Final Thoughts Fans of Mattel's earlier DC figures will know pretty much what to expect here but as a newcomer to the line I have to admit that I'm impressed. Not wowed, but certainly impressed. There are two reasons why I find the Unlimited lines more interesting than the previously-seen DC Universe Classics. For starters, the line appears to be predominantly focusing on DC's big hitters, with major characters such as Superman, Batman, Hawkman and The Flash all appearing in the first waves. Although it's always fun to see more obscure characters appearing in a line-up (and there are some coming in later waves), there's a core of major players that need to be present for the line to succeed, so it's cool to see Mattel giving new collectors a good place to start. The second point is that the $16 pricing makes these figures an attractive option. The DC Universe Classics' (and indeed Marvel Legends') $20 pricing is just a little too rich for my tastes but this new price-point seems to be pitched about right, especially when you consider that the average 4'' figure is now $10. Yes, Mattel may have made some compromises with the articulation and the accessories (the Unlimited figures don't include build-a-figure components or bases) to get the pricing down but they've managed to hit what I think is a good balance between price and complexity. And whilst rocker ankles, double-jointed knees and tilting wrists would be nice, their absence isn't that detrimental to the figure and at least the joints we have here work properly (Marvel Universe hips, I'm looking at you...) If you're a collector of the DC 6'' figures you'll probably know what to expect (even if there are a few minor tweaks to the buck). It's a solid interpretation of the New 52 Flash and so if you're a fan of DC comics then I'm sure he'll find a place in your collection. But if you're not a collector of Mattel's superhero figures then the Unlimited line is a good place to start, with The Flash being a pretty good example of what we can expect from a line I look forward to seeing more from. A solid translation of an iconic character. Final Score: B+
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02-26-2013, 12:20 PM | #2 |
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great figure and review!
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02-26-2013, 12:52 PM | #3 |
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Thanks. I'm certainly interested in seeing more from the line.
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