I loved the Kenner line still have a few of them. NECA takes them to the next level. The Kenner ones feel good in your hand and have a quality that really makes you want to play with them. I think the NECA figures though are great representations of what we would have seen on screen in a movie or possibly video game that used the same designs. It’s like they are doing a reverse of the ReAction line. Instead of making new figures look like throwbacks, they are making updating old figures to today’s standard. I love it.
Director of last Alien movies: we want to explore more of the alien lore, introduce the engineers, make a scene about cyborgs playing the flute, deep stuff Fans of Aliens: What would happen if a chestburster hatches inside of a rhino?
I was looking up Kenner Aliens on ebay yesterday, and when looking up the Rhino there were a ton of these Neca figures instead of actual vintage Kenner ones. And now you're reviewing it. Life sure likes its foreshadowing.
Dan: "He's so big that they actually packaged him in a box." *turns box* Me: WHAAAAAAAAAAAAT? Hahahha, that blew my mind, I really thought it was a blister on card, lmao.
it's a great figure! And as always, I'm thankful Neca has made it readily available. I love being able to go to Target or visit my favorite toy websites and they have them in stock. Well done Neca!
These are really cool action figures from NECA. I've seen him at Walmart as well but I've been hesitant to pick him up because I want a trusted toy reviewer such as yourself to give me the 411 on the figure. I didn't have the Alien figures as a kid but its cool to see these homages to that original line. Looking forward to more reviews Dan!
Loved the original Kenner Alien figures. The NECA ones tho... If you look closely all of them are Victoria Secret models compare to the originals. NECA aliens are all skinny for some reason. Give me a bulky alien and I'm in!
The best part about this figure? The buck is going to be super easy to make the awesome (and now MASSIVE) Bull Alien from! For a while I was worried they'd use the Alien 3 xeno sculpt to try and do that, and I thought it would be too small and lanky. But this is proof that my favorite figure is going to be huge once they get to it. Side note, the Panther/Night Cougar alien will work perfectly off the A3 xeno sculpt, so it's definitely going to see some more use.
I actually have him with his knees pointing forward (hinging the legs out more splayed so they're surrounding the arms in a way), which takes a lot of pressure off them so they don't sag.
I wonder, do you soak your neca figs in hot water when you unbox them? i found my Rhino Alien to be really stiff until i soaked it and that added a lot more range of motion.
This guy solved my first question, can it stand up? and yes, it can stand up, thanks so much.
I had the same question lol
I loved the Kenner line still have a few of them. NECA takes them to the next level. The Kenner ones feel good in your hand and have a quality that really makes you want to play with them. I think the NECA figures though are great representations of what we would have seen on screen in a movie or possibly video game that used the same designs. It’s like they are doing a reverse of the ReAction line. Instead of making new figures look like throwbacks, they are making updating old figures to today’s standard. I love it.
This Thing looks like it could be the main monster of it's own movie, just different enough from the average Xenomorph
Director of last Alien movies: we want to explore more of the alien lore, introduce the engineers, make a scene about cyborgs playing the flute, deep stuff
Fans of Aliens: What would happen if a chestburster hatches inside of a rhino?
Face it, we'd all make great WY bio-weapon scientists. XD
I was looking up Kenner Aliens on ebay yesterday, and when looking up the Rhino there were a ton of these Neca figures instead of actual vintage Kenner ones.
And now you're reviewing it.
Life sure likes its foreshadowing.
Neca is at the top of their games, wow!
Dan: "He's so big that they actually packaged him in a box." *turns box*
Me: WHAAAAAAAAAAAAT?
Hahahha, that blew my mind, I really thought it was a blister on card, lmao.
it's a great figure! And as always, I'm thankful Neca has made it readily available. I love being able to go to Target or visit my favorite toy websites and they have them in stock. Well done Neca!
He looks amazing 🤠 the whole vintage line looks good as well but neca always does a great job!
These are really cool action figures from NECA. I've seen him at Walmart as well but I've been hesitant to pick him up because I want a trusted toy reviewer such as yourself to give me the 411 on the figure. I didn't have the Alien figures as a kid but its cool to see these homages to that original line. Looking forward to more reviews Dan!
This figure is as beautiful as a sunset...💯✔
It's face is as beautiful as my mom's.
I’ve been waiting for this review ever since you saw him at that convention!
loved this toy as a kid...
Good review! I got this beast standing on my desk as I watch this review otherwise I'd be rushing onto amazon to find one because of this review!
Loved the original Kenner Alien figures. The NECA ones tho... If you look closely all of them are Victoria Secret models compare to the originals. NECA aliens are all skinny for some reason. Give me a bulky alien and I'm in!
Great video Dan as always. Seeing the Neca figure next to the old kenner toy made the Kenner figure look a lot like a my little pony Xenomorph.
He's amazing! Can't wait to get my hands on one of them, I preordered him :)
The best part about this figure? The buck is going to be super easy to make the awesome (and now MASSIVE) Bull Alien from! For a while I was worried they'd use the Alien 3 xeno sculpt to try and do that, and I thought it would be too small and lanky. But this is proof that my favorite figure is going to be huge once they get to it.
Side note, the Panther/Night Cougar alien will work perfectly off the A3 xeno sculpt, so it's definitely going to see some more use.
I like everything you have postulated in your comment.
Man, I love this line. I really wish I'd been able to collect it, but at least I can see all the details from your reviews. :)
Great review!👍👍👍
I actually have him with his knees pointing forward (hinging the legs out more splayed so they're surrounding the arms in a way), which takes a lot of pressure off them so they don't sag.
Wow this figure is so cool, hes on my to get list. Thanks Dan
The new Yoga pose of downward facing xenomorph
I wonder, do you soak your neca figs in hot water when you unbox them? i found my Rhino Alien to be really stiff until i soaked it and that added a lot more range of motion.
I have the blue one I love it
What is up with NECA? Their limb joints are either too tight or too loose. Why can't they find a middle ground?
I had an idea while watching this. the lava predator could be placed on top of this as if the alien is his epic fiery mount?
Great review of a bloody nifty figure. Thank you! I'm very much looking forward to mine arriving.
Saw one at Target for $32 and may get it. Want the mantis and gorilla ones.
Thanks for saying homage properly
The head not being able to move up more was my only complaint. Really love the figure otherwise.
Why is there not a bull alien from neca
Please review the panther alien figure next.
Cool video
*I'll not wasting my money in retailers.*
WHY