September 9 brings another busy round of action figure news, with fresh Transformers reveals from Takara Tomy, several new NECA collector figure pre-orders, Hot Toys Star Wars releases at Sideshow, returning DC Super Friends pre-orders and more.
Today’s biggest stories include the full reveal of the Transformers Dramatic Capture Series “Dinobot Island, Part 1” set, NECA launching new Mazinger Z and Shogun Horror figures, Hot Toys’ Jetpack Trooper becoming ready to ship, and fresh looks at upcoming Transformers x Evangelion and G.I. Joe releases.
Here’s today’s ActionFiguresDaily News Burst with the action figure reveals, pre-orders, new arrivals and collector updates worth knowing about.
Transformers “Dinobot Island, Part 1” Fully Revealed
Takara Tomy has provided a complete look at the upcoming Transformers Dramatic Capture Series “Dinobot Island, Part 1” set, featuring Grimlock and Ratchet in premium Generation 1-inspired decos.
The two-pack recreates the look of the characters from the classic animated Transformers episode “Dinobot Island” and uses updated versions of the Studio Series molds.
The set includes Grimlock and Ratchet in both robot and vehicle modes, along with accessories and blast effects designed to recreate scenes from the cartoon.
The Transformers Dramatic Capture Series “Dinobot Island, Part 1” set is scheduled for release in Japan on February 27, 2027, with a Japanese retail price of 17,050 yen.
U.S. availability through retailers such as Entertainment Earth and Amazon has not yet been confirmed.
For longtime Transformers collectors, the combination of Grimlock, animated-series styling and Takara Tomy’s premium Dramatic Capture presentation makes this one of today’s most noteworthy figure reveals.
Collector Watch: Keep an eye out for U.S. pre-orders. Grimlock releases tend to generate plenty of interest, and this could become one of the more desirable Dramatic Capture Series sets.
NECA Launches Mazinger Go! Saga With Ultimate Mazinger Z
NECA is expanding into classic Japanese super robots with the new Mazinger Go! Saga Ultimate Mazinger Z action figure.
The approximately 7-inch figure launches NECA’s new Go! Saga series and features a highly articulated Mazinger Z body along with an impressive assortment of accessories.
Included with the figure are the Hover Pilder with folding wings, interchangeable hands, alternate gauntlets, Rocket Punch parts, metal chain, blast effects, removable face mask and a display stand.
The Ultimate Mazinger Z figure is priced at $44.99 and is currently available for pre-order through Entertainment Earth, with an estimated arrival in March 2027.
Where to Buy: Entertainment Earth
This is an especially interesting release for collectors who typically associate NECA with horror, movie and video game licenses. Mazinger Z opens the door for NECA to build a much broader articulated super-robot lineup under the Go! Saga banner.
NECA Opens More New Collector Figure Pre-Orders
Mazinger Z isn’t the only new NECA figure available to order.
Several additional NECA releases have also opened for pre-order through Entertainment Earth.
Universal Monsters: Son of Frankenstein Ultimate Frankenstein’s Monster
NECA returns to its popular Universal Monsters collection with a new Son of Frankenstein Ultimate Frankenstein’s Monster figure based on Boris Karloff’s appearance in the 1939 film.
The 7-inch-scale figure includes two interchangeable portraits, alternate hands, a sheep-wool vest, Fairy Tales book and Inspector Krogh’s prosthetic arm.
Price: $39.99
Estimated Release: February 2027
Where to Buy: Entertainment Earth
Fortnite x Terrifier Art the Clown
Art the Clown is entering NECA’s Fortnite collection with a fully articulated 7-inch figure based on his in-game appearance.
Accessories include interchangeable faces and hands, Art’s Bag of Tricks magnetic Back Bling, hacksaw, clown horn and Cutlery Club.
A Fortnite code for the Clown Attack Wrap is also included.
Price: $29.99
Estimated Release: November 2026
Where to Buy: Entertainment Earth
Fortnite x Jason Universe Jason Voorhees
Jason Voorhees is also getting the Fortnite treatment.
The 7-inch articulated figure recreates Jason’s appearance from the Fortnitemares 2025 “Jason Universe — Revenge” event and includes interchangeable hands, machete, axe and a magnetic Crystal Lake Life Preserver Back Bling.
The package also includes a Fortnite code for the Vengeance Seeker Wrap.
Price: $29.99
Estimated Release: January 2027
Where to Buy: Entertainment Earth
NECA Shogun Horror Shinobi Ghost Face
NECA is launching another new collector-focused concept with Shogun Horror Shinobi Ghost Face.
The figure reimagines the iconic Ghost Face character through a feudal Japanese aesthetic and includes a soft-goods cloak, regular and bloodied knives, katana with sheath, bisento and multiple interchangeable hands.
Price: $39.99
Estimated Release: March 2027
Where to Buy: Entertainment Earth
Shinobi Ghost Face is the first figure in NECA’s Shogun Horror series, making this a line worth watching if the company plans to reinterpret additional horror icons in the same style.
Hot Toys Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Jetpack Trooper Now Ready to Ship
Star Wars sixth-scale collectors have a new figure ready to join the Imperial ranks.
The Hot Toys Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Jetpack Trooper Sixth Scale Figure is now listed as ready to ship at Sideshow.
Based on the Jetpack Trooper enemies encountered in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, the approximately 12-inch figure features around 30 points of articulation and detailed Imperial armor.
Accessories include an E-11 blaster rifle, magnetic jetpack with translucent exhaust effects, magnetic thermal detonator, breathing tubes and a display stand.
The figure is limited to 2,000 pieces in selected markets.
Price: $270
Status: Ready to Ship
Where to Buy: Sideshow Collectibles
For Hot Toys and Star Wars collectors, the limited production and army-building potential make this one of today’s strongest high-end action figure buying opportunities.
Transformers x Evangelion Prime Unit-02 Gets a Full Reveal
Takara Tomy has also revealed the upcoming Synergenex Transformers x Evangelion Prime Unit-02 crossover figure.
The release combines Transformers engineering with the distinctive red, orange and black color scheme associated with Evangelion Unit-02.
Prime Unit-02 is based on the Legendary Optimus Prime mold with new tooling and crossover-specific design elements.
The figure transforms between robot and vehicle modes and comes with several accessories.
The Japanese release is scheduled for March 27, 2027, with a retail price of 11,000 yen.
U.S. pre-order information has not yet been confirmed.
Transformers crossover releases continue to be some of the franchise’s most unusual collector pieces, and the Evangelion connection gives Prime Unit-02 appeal beyond the traditional Transformers audience.
Transformers New Legends Delta Magnus Set Gets New Images
New product images have also surfaced for Takara Tomy’s upcoming Transformers New Legends NL-08 Delta Magnus Primal Vanguard Set.
The three-pack includes:
- Delta Magnus
- Primal Vanguard Trooper Powedrive
- Agent Arcee
Delta Magnus is based on the Studio Series 86 Ultra Magnus mold, while Powedrive and Agent Arcee draw from previous Titans Return tooling.
The set is scheduled for release in Japan on February 27, 2027, with a retail price of 20,900 yen.
The newest images give collectors a better look at the figures in their various modes and how the three releases interact as a set.
U.S. retailer availability has not yet been confirmed.
McFarlane DC Retro Super Friends Wave 6 Pre-Orders Return
Collectors who missed the latest McFarlane Toys DC Retro Super Friends Wave 6 pre-orders have another opportunity to secure the figures.
Pre-orders have returned through Entertainment Earth for the latest assortment, including:
- The Atom
- Joker
- Apache Chief
Individual figures are priced at $22.99, with an estimated arrival in October 2026.
Where to Buy: Entertainment Earth
Apache Chief is arguably the standout of the wave, bringing another classic Super Friends character into McFarlane’s retro-styled DC collection.
Collectors building out the animated Super Friends roster may want to lock these in while pre-orders remain available.
Marvel Legends Future Foundation Two-Packs Hit Retail
Hasbro’s new Marvel Legends Future Foundation two-packs are beginning to reach collectors.
The assortment includes:
Mister Fantastic and Spider-Man
Reed Richards and Spider-Man are presented in their matching Future Foundation uniforms.
The Thing and Invisible Woman
Ben Grimm and Sue Storm complete the core Future Foundation team presentation across the two releases.
Both 6-inch-scale Marvel Legends sets have been listed at approximately $59.99 per two-pack.
Amazon availability has been fluctuating, so collectors should check current stock before purchasing. Entertainment Earth has also carried the sets for pre-order.
The Future Foundation costumes remain one of the Fantastic Four’s more distinctive modern-era looks, making the two-packs particularly appealing for Marvel Legends collectors looking beyond the team’s traditional blue uniforms.
Hot Toys Obi-Wan Kenobi Mustafar Figure Gets an Official Sideshow First Look
Sideshow has released a new first look at the upcoming Hot Toys Obi-Wan Kenobi Mustafar Sixth Scale Figure from Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.
The preview provides a closer look at the production figure, including Obi-Wan’s portrait, rolling-eyeball system, Jedi costume, articulation and accessories.
The figure recreates Ewan McGregor’s appearance during the climactic Mustafar confrontation with Anakin Skywalker.
Price: $315
Estimated Arrival: October–December 2026
Status: Pre-Order
Where to Buy: Sideshow Collectibles
For collectors considering a $300-plus sixth-scale release, production previews like this are particularly useful because they provide a better indication of how the final figure compares with the original promotional prototype.
Super7 G.I. Joe ReAction+ Wave 10 Lineup Begins to Take Shape
New packaging and early in-hand sightings are also providing a better look at the next assortment of Super7 G.I. Joe ReAction+ figures.
Packaging associated with Ninja Force Destro and Quick Kick appears to point toward a Wave 10 lineup featuring:
- Ninja Force Destro
- Quick Kick
- Arctic Baroness
- Flint
- Shipwreck
- S.N.A.K.E. Armor
Early examples of Destro and Quick Kick have reportedly begun appearing at retail.
Because Super7 had not formally detailed the entire assortment at the time of the latest sightings, collectors should consider the wider wave lineup based on current packaging evidence until additional official information is released.
The inclusion of S.N.A.K.E. Armor should be especially interesting for longtime G.I. Joe fans.
McFarlane Toys Names Joshua Izzo President
McFarlane Toys has appointed Joshua Izzo as President, effective September 8, 2026.
Izzo brings extensive experience in toys, licensing and franchise development, including previous work involving Lightstorm Entertainment, 20th Century Fox Consumer Products, Capcom, Hasbro and 4Kids.
There are no specific action figure line changes tied to the announcement at this time, so collectors shouldn’t read immediate product implications into the move.
Still, with McFarlane Toys responsible for major collector lines including DC Multiverse, Mortal Kombat, Spawn and several sports and entertainment properties, the leadership change is worth watching from an industry perspective.
Also New at Entertainment Earth: Transformers Cyberworld Energon Surge Figures
Several Transformers Cyberworld Energon Surge figures have also recently arrived at Entertainment Earth.
The latest arrivals include:
- Megatron Cyber Changers Energon Surge
- Optimus Prime Cyber Changers Energon Surge
- Bumblebee Cyber Changers Energon Surge
The approximately 4-inch transforming figures are priced at $12.99 each.
These releases skew younger than most of the collector-focused figures featured in today’s News Burst, but Transformers completionists and parents shopping the Cyberworld line may want to take a look.
Today’s Action Figure Picks
If you’re deciding which of today’s stories are most worth watching, these stand out:
Top Reveal: Transformers Dramatic Capture Series “Dinobot Island, Part 1”
Best New Pre-Order: NECA Mazinger Go! Saga Ultimate Mazinger Z
Best In-Stock Opportunity: Hot Toys Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Jetpack Trooper at Sideshow
Best Returning Pre-Order: McFarlane DC Retro Super Friends Wave 6 at Entertainment Earth
Collector Line to Watch: NECA Shogun Horror
Future Pre-Order Watch: Transformers x Evangelion Prime Unit-02
More Action Figure News Coming Daily
That wraps up the biggest action figure developments for September 9, 2026.
From Transformers and G.I. Joe to Marvel Legends, DC, NECA, Masters of the Universe and Hot Toys, ActionFiguresDaily tracks the new reveals, pre-orders, releases, restocks and retailer updates collectors need to know about.
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