Hasbro should release product images as the prototypes are made. This would add to the hype, intrigue, and interest in the production process as well as give fans something to look forward to. Adversely it fuels the creativity that customizers like myself thrive on. Besides being ahead of the game ultimately has a positive effect.
I like retro flint. I had the OG Cover Girl/Wolverine. If the new Retro Cover Girl was the best I could get I'd take it for sure, but I kind favor Classified Cover Girl
I might get the Retro Flint, but I'm definitely going to be getting Retro Courtney "Cover Girl" Kreiger for sure since I also have the first Classified Figure.
That’s exactly my take. I think the Retro looks really good but I honestly think the first one is a solid figure and surprised so many people don’t like that one.
The first Flint was my first ever Classified figure. It was because of that Flint, I got into Classified. He's still one of my favorite of my collection, might be my second favorite with my first favorite being Storm Shadow.
@StormX6 yeah that Storm shadow was really key on getting me full into Classified. I've had a lot of fun with Flint and while I like most of the Retro stuff more, there are a few figures that I feel Classified did a great job on modernizing like Rock N Roll and Stalker. It's great to see more Retro stuff though.
@ Agreed. They did a great job on Storm Shadow. I like a lot of the updated figure designs, Tunnel Rat, Major Bludd, and Zarana being great examples too. The 80’s were before my time, so I don’t mind them not being like the retro series. However, I will say, some of the characters look better retro. Recently got retro Scarlett, and she’s much better than the first Classified Scarlett. Retro Firefly also looks better than his modernized counterpart.
Leaks create more buzz, Hasbro should use this to get people more hyped. I am waiting for Wet-Suit,Airtight,Sci-Fi, Mainframe and some new variant for Agent Helix (Nightforce perhaps?) As for Flint, i like the classified version. Modern, but with enough callbacks to the original. I am pleasantly surprised by the figures so far. As for the new Haslab, why not do a H.A.V.O.C? I mean i would love a Night Raven but i guess that would be too big.
I think the biggest Haslab would go would be the WHALE. Anything else would be prohibitively expensive. I'm surprised that they were good to go with a Rattler!
Super7 Cover girl is my preferred look. Like the bomber jacket more but hate the 1st head sculpt. Personally, I'd rather Hasbro let us have both blonde and brunette head swaps
Thanks for all this info! I'm going to order Flint I like the body and accessories but I'm not a fan of retro-Flint's face. I think I'll try switching with Duster's head which has a sculptjob that I prefer. I'm going to order Cover Girl, I really like the Classified version and the Retro is so different that it gives the impression of 2 distinct characters. As for Falcon V1 and V2 different enough to have 2 characters in the same room, one more recruit in my regiment. All that's missing is to find another callsign for her. As for Tele-Viper, I'm hesitant because I have 2 Trubble-Bubble with the Classified Tele-Vipers. I think there may be Tele-vipers with different uniforms (Flight suit & Ground Suit). So we'll see because they are very tempting. Leaks should be considered as the images taken on the fly during the filming of blockbusters. I'm not going to criticize while the post-production is not done. For me, it increases interest and makes me dream about the next figurines, even if I don't forget that projects can be canceled. Disappointment is part of life. I think Hasbro is a powerful company and I can't believe that it doesn't get any benefit from the buzz that leaks produce. In the age of social networks, what's important is that people talk about you continuously... and for free (or cheap). And I'm going to order Snake Eyes & Polar Bear... it's so obvious.
As to the leaks. I think Hasbro should lean into. Post develop pics all through the process. Ask the community for feedback as they are being made. More of an Agile process. This might even allow them to course correct when they mistep rather than waiting until the release to hear about their blunders.
I like the leaks. Gets me more excited and keeps me interested. The joe team should use this as free marketing, send out alerts saying that cobra Has hacked into their top secret database to reveal incoming soldiers. They could spin it in their direction.
All in on team retro flint. 50/50 on cover girl. The leaked images arent showing the figure well. Leaks are part of the game, bit its been quite excessive the last 3 months. Kind of takes a bit of the thrill away when they are so early in the process like the green shirts. But still fun to see. I would be pumped woth a snake and flash 2 pack. But if they made a snake and green shirt two pack think how happy all the army builder collectors would be. Well... more or less happy :)
@ViperIsland yeah. Did you see the retro flint with not much work on it, then the one that is almost done. Such a difference. I went from slightly disappointed to pumped. So thats wherebthe leaks hurt/help. Double dge sword.
It would be cool if they did a M.A.S.S. Device haslab with the weather dominator. I still want them to do a Cold Slither set with instruments and the whole band. I think that would be something of a treat to all of us that love the Dreadnoks. Also, I would love to see Fatal Fluffies as well. A man can dream.
What is an "A-tier" character in G.I.Joe? Every character is a great character to someone. I wish Hasbro had a clear release schedule based on a particular year. Make an 82' wave or an 86' wave instead of gathering figures from so many different corners of the property. I'm still waiting for Sci-Fi and Leatherneck is lame without Wetsuit.🤦🏾♂️
I think leaks can help if a character is looking a bit weird and fans are not vibing with the direction of said character, Hasbro has time to listen to feedback and make changes. So that we don’t get those figures that missed the mark. Like cover girl & Falcon.
Great point, but unfortunately, by the time we see leaked production samples, it's too late for changes. Hasbro’s design and approval process is locked in months before leaks surface, as it takes about 18 months from concept to shelf!
That bat looks better than I imagined. And the added colors and effects and red visor is icing on the cake. I cant wait for that one. Only gripe is I wish they would include a claw that opens and closes. I like leaks because it shows us what to expect. And sometimes it can help them fix something that we don't like.
One thing that has been puzzling to me is that G.I. Joe products will be delayed, up to a year in USA, and yet is readily available overseas. Yes, I know that it's made in China, Taiwan, Thailand, etc. But once they start shipping the finished products, it should be released everywhere like most other products. An example: it can be frustrating to see videos and images of people unboxing and reviewing S.A.W. Viper all over RUclips and FaceBook and yet, it is not available here until August 2025 per Hasbro Pulse.
@@brandontoronjo6563 I've pre-ordered all 4... I only received emails regarding Zandar and leatherneck. It's actually bad timing for me. I'm moving this Friday and won't have my new home until the 13th. So I had to change the shipping to my sister's house.
A Flash/S.N.A.K.E. set wouldn't be bad at all but I'd rather have a Flash/Grand Slam 2-pack instead. Hasbro has got to be smart with their strategies to sell them both, because they are similar characters and many collectors will be happy with either one of them.
@@ViperIslandHappy New Year to you & your family, Liam. And I enjoyed watching your video of the new Retro G.I.Joe/Cobra Figures that are supposed to be coming out in the new year of 2025. I'm definitely going to get Retro Flint & Cover Girl whenever they come out to either my nearest Wal-Mart, Target or even Game Stop Stores. And Hasbro should make a new Retro Gung-Ho figure wearing his Marine Blues suit, hat & with his sword in its sheath(but is removable).
Classified bat is awesome, I was on the fence of the classified version and never picked it up. I’ll pick up this retro version. Flint is amazing! Literally looks like the 80s fig increased in size. Down the line I’d like to see v2 snake eyes in retro line, either sun bow inspired or a pitch black one with gray accents. Yo Joe!!!!
Having so much fun with this line! Lots of nostalgia for me. Thanks for these videos. I definitely am not hunting the web and watching the interviews to find out what’s going on. Really appreciate you consolidating all the relevant hype. Are we still looking for a Muskrat, or is he canceled?
Been waitimg for S.N.A.K.E. armor for a while. If it looks half decent, ill pick up a few. Can we get the tele-viper some kind of sidearm please? what's he supposed to do in combat? Hit the Joes in the head with his communication gear?
WOW! I wish I would have started collecting these Classifieds on day one. Now I feel too late to the game to start now. Joes were my thing in the 80s, I had damn near every figure. And these all look so fn cool!!! But my other passion as a kid was wrestling, so I went all in on that. But I may have to pick at least some of the Classified stuff up just because.
Although I would love Arctic Scarlett/Snowmobile or Snake Armour/Flash, I think they will go with one of the other “Mass Elements”. I predict the underwater element. Perhaps a red and yellow diver.
I know, right? They did come out but must have been really limited. I managed to get one in a lot from eBay. I see that preorders were up for it so I'm guessing it's being reissued.
I know that i am in the minority, but i still prefer the Operation Blackout inspired first wave of Classified figures and the Cobra Island. I understand that some people want the classic looks. I like both but i prefer the modern looks with the articulation that started the line. If that first wave was pinless, i believe those would be the best of both worlds. I still want the rest of the characters with those video game inspired looks.
I agree. But we need something new to base nee designs on like Operation Blackout. We need a new t.v. show or movie or something so we can have new figures for that.
Since they are doing the MASS device. Instead of more from the red crystals episode, they should do the heavy water and the meteorite first. Spread the love.😂 TBH, I'm not a fan of the new Cover Girl figure, it just looks weird. She's supposed to be a model but she looks stubby. When did she wear a baseball hat? The Tele-Viper looks clunky as well. Hopefully, it's just the working versions and final products will look better. Crystal Ball's look seems to be coming along nicely, so there's a chance.
Mass Device would b even more amazing as a 2 pack with the blind guy that helped Snake Eyes or a second set with the blind guy the sled and dogs it's one of the only super 7's I bought
Im not buying any mor B.A.T repaints. Enough is enough! The Classified Cover Girl is better then the retro version, allthough, I think swapping the Classified Cover Girl head with that pinup head from the retro Cover Girl will be the best combo.
Out of all the figures announced so far, Law & Order looks the best to me, I can’t wait for that one. I actually think the Retro Covergirl looks way better than the Classified version, I don’t like the headsculpt on that first one.
The whole retro line is a total money grab imo. Buying them selectively and I no longer rush to buy from the Classified series since they are clearly going to repaint/re-issue every single figure as a retro. Now I wait for the retro version to see which one is better. No more BATS for me. I probably have like 20 of them.
Retro BAT? Sold! Got five BATS plus Serpentor, beachhead, law and order and night Raven one glorious Christmas morning back in the 80s - plus original NES - also sold on retro televiper and covergirl for sure
I love B.A.Ts, but I never bothered getting the Crimson, Arctic or Python versions. I certainly don't need a red faceplate variant. The first release was close enough to vintage accuracy for me.
Right now? The Retro Cover Girl's face looks better than the first one. I could have two as I used a marvel select in the first anyway. Expecting the Darklon and Blowtorch, and hoping to see the Retro Bludd in 2025.
I like the Retro flint, but my bank account says “you’re just fine with the classified one on your shelf!!!”🤦🏻♂️ Also, the leaks are good to ready my finances for charges on pre orders that sit for months, then all of the sudden shipping charges!😐
Would it be possible to make the USS Flag in sections? Then it could be assembled like an ultimate BAF? Different accessories and other parts sold separately or something?
I only recently started collecting and I prefer the retro of everything. I just purchased the classified Flint on ebay and he’s cool n all, but just not the Flint I really wanted. So excited for this retro card version!
As for the leaks go just post em not just the concept art I don't care for surprises. Hasbro needs to watch the price points if they keep pushing more collectors will reduce or stop all together with the line. People want great value for what they buy and that's something hasbro can definitely do.
I’m not a huge fan of all of the leaks, I totally get why collectors like them though. I just prefer the surprise element of it all, but that’s just my opinion.
You said hasbro wants to release more big time cobra figures in reference to darlon(a character I'm not even familiar with). By my count, cobra figures already outnumber Joe characters(102 to 91) and, we're still waiting for real big time Joe's from the original crew. Let's get another snake eyes out there, though because 7 isn't enough. Waiting on the originals is getting a little frustrating. 🙄
Yup! I'm sure it's a strategy so that they keep collectors interested with other characters but it is getting tiresome. I gave up with the 25th anniversary line because of this and they made some of them limited exclusives so I never got them all.
I'm very happy with the Classified Flint and Cover Girl, but I'm the kind of weirdo who was unhappy that Resolute never got a toehold, so I know I'm something of an outlier...
Guess there's not much as far as news for leaked vehicles but I'd like to see Hasbro do the fans a solid and release the VAMP MKII to make up for the lack of first run green VAMPs available. Also, we've only seen one trailer but they now offer 3 vehicles (including the HISS) with a trailer hitch so, where are the trailers? Some of the most popular vehicles of the 80's line were the HAL, Whirlwind, Cobra ASP, and such. Guess we'll have to see what they roll out. So far there hasn't even been a Joe release in 2025 so we'll see what the first one brings.
The OG Snake Eyes looks great. Not too interested in the blue version with red googles. Snake Eyes is hands down my favorite GI Joe character so hopefully Hasbro will release a Dawn Moreno version.
Whats with Flints holster attached to his belt? First Firefly then Airborne then retro Beachhead. Is hasbro doing it on purpose because those things are a nuisance when swapping. They did great on his pants and boots tho
They really are getting the most out of that BAT mold! Haha. Nah. There's nothing wrong with the BAT and the Tele-Viper that came with the flight pod. They are close enough to retro for me! The green shirt and retro Cover Girl are definitely getting bought! What I want is Thrasher and the Thunder Machine as regular release! NOT a Haslab! Monkey Wrench also!
Limitedly, I’d prefer leaks. But, as an “official” leak. IE: I’d like to know in advance what’s coming so I can prepare for them. Mostly, I’m speaking about dollars.
Flint is my 2nd all-time favorite Joe, right after Snake Eyes, so I'm all about Classified Flint, because from what I've seen from the retro line, is that they're almost like the Star Wars figures, which had even less articulation than the 1982 line. So as of now, it's clarified Flint for me. Definitely not rolling w/Tiger Force Flint because that I absolutely detested the entire TF line. Next up, arctic Snake Eyes & the polar bear is pure we dopeness
Where are Wet-Suit, Sci-Fi, Lifeline, Airtight, Flash, Grand Slam, Mainframe, Hit & Run, Fast Draw?
Wet suit would be awesome I used to have him
Dam good question
Hit and Run is a must!!!
Sci-Fi & Lifeline I’ve been waiting
We need Big Lob too. He would round out the recruits from GI Joe The Movie, since we have Falcon, Jinx, Tunnel Rat, and Law and Order on the way.
It would be nice to be able to find half of these characters after release.
Hasbro should release product images as the prototypes are made. This would add to the hype, intrigue, and interest in the production process as well as give fans something to look forward to. Adversely it fuels the creativity that customizers like myself thrive on. Besides being ahead of the game ultimately has a positive effect.
Agreed. Prototypes are insanely cool, even down to the smallest pouch or knife
Yup.😅
@ very old.
I want a MASS device playset, and the Weather Dominator.
The leaks gets me way more interested.
When I see leaks I'm always more excited! :-)
Gotta say, I don't need a HASLAB USS Flagg... but a re-issue of the ARAH Flagg would be epic! I'd be all over that!
I like the new cover girl, though I would like to see a second retro card back version with the red hair and a new head sculpt.
La Cover girl clasificada es hermosa y ésta retro también lo será , desde ya quiero a las 2 ❤❤
Same. Prefer the bomber jacket more.. but def not a fan of the 1st head sculpt
@@danleonhart1🤣
No kidding they're not doing a Classified USS _Flagg_; you'd have to get a residential zoning variance!
I personally love leaks because it gets me hyped for the future otherwise you can get lost waiting
Cristal ball is supposed to be Vincent Price
I like retro flint. I had the OG Cover Girl/Wolverine. If the new Retro Cover Girl was the best I could get I'd take it for sure, but I kind favor Classified Cover Girl
I might get the Retro Flint, but I'm definitely going to be getting Retro Courtney "Cover Girl" Kreiger for sure since I also have the first Classified Figure.
Dark lawn?? lol, goes around spraying roundup on everything? I never heard of him.
Other than that, very exciting releases on the way!
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Retro Flint looks good but I enjoy the first Flint. Looking forward to some of these upcoming figures.
That’s exactly my take. I think the Retro looks really good but I honestly think the first one is a solid figure and surprised so many people don’t like that one.
The first Flint was my first ever Classified figure. It was because of that Flint, I got into Classified. He's still one of my favorite of my collection, might be my second favorite with my first favorite being Storm Shadow.
@@billierenfro705es qué éste retro nos transporta a los 80 , son insuperables Duke , Scarlett, cobra commander etc etc
@StormX6 yeah that Storm shadow was really key on getting me full into Classified. I've had a lot of fun with Flint and while I like most of the Retro stuff more, there are a few figures that I feel Classified did a great job on modernizing like Rock N Roll and Stalker. It's great to see more Retro stuff though.
@ Agreed. They did a great job on Storm Shadow. I like a lot of the updated figure designs, Tunnel Rat, Major Bludd, and Zarana being great examples too. The 80’s were before my time, so I don’t mind them not being like the retro series. However, I will say, some of the characters look better retro. Recently got retro Scarlett, and she’s much better than the first Classified Scarlett. Retro Firefly also looks better than his modernized counterpart.
I definitely want retro blowtorch with the bright colors. Didnt even know much about the character as a kid but lived the colors on that figure
Anything M.A.S.S. Device is a big yes from me!!! Love ❤️ it!
The Polar Battle Bear Snow Mobile should include Iceberg.
Leaks create more buzz, Hasbro should use this to get people more hyped. I am waiting for Wet-Suit,Airtight,Sci-Fi, Mainframe and some new variant for Agent Helix (Nightforce perhaps?)
As for Flint, i like the classified version. Modern, but with enough callbacks to the original. I am pleasantly surprised by the figures so far.
As for the new Haslab, why not do a H.A.V.O.C? I mean i would love a Night Raven but i guess that would be too big.
I think the biggest Haslab would go would be the WHALE. Anything else would be prohibitively expensive. I'm surprised that they were good to go with a Rattler!
Super7 Cover girl is my preferred look. Like the bomber jacket more but hate the 1st head sculpt. Personally, I'd rather Hasbro let us have both blonde and brunette head swaps
More dreadnoks.
Still think they should release a weapons pack. Wasn't planning on Cover Girl until these new images...a must.
Thanks for all this info!
I'm going to order Flint I like the body and accessories but I'm not a fan of retro-Flint's face. I think I'll try switching with Duster's head which has a sculptjob that I prefer.
I'm going to order Cover Girl, I really like the Classified version and the Retro is so different that it gives the impression of 2 distinct characters. As for Falcon V1 and V2 different enough to have 2 characters in the same room, one more recruit in my regiment. All that's missing is to find another callsign for her.
As for Tele-Viper, I'm hesitant because I have 2 Trubble-Bubble with the Classified Tele-Vipers. I think there may be Tele-vipers with different uniforms (Flight suit & Ground Suit). So we'll see because they are very tempting.
Leaks should be considered as the images taken on the fly during the filming of blockbusters. I'm not going to criticize while the post-production is not done. For me, it increases interest and makes me dream about the next figurines, even if I don't forget that projects can be canceled. Disappointment is part of life. I think Hasbro is a powerful company and I can't believe that it doesn't get any benefit from the buzz that leaks produce. In the age of social networks, what's important is that people talk about you continuously... and for free (or cheap).
And I'm going to order Snake Eyes & Polar Bear... it's so obvious.
I kind of love leaks i can understand not wanting to see the pics of figures coming but i love hearing about the new ones coming out
I want them to do Flash right. It'd be cool if his laser rifle could shoot a beam of light.
As to the leaks. I think Hasbro should lean into. Post develop pics all through the process. Ask the community for feedback as they are being made. More of an Agile process. This might even allow them to course correct when they mistep rather than waiting until the release to hear about their blunders.
I like the leaks. Gets me more excited and keeps me interested. The joe team should use this as free marketing, send out alerts saying that cobra
Has hacked into their top secret database to reveal incoming soldiers. They could spin it in their direction.
All in on team retro flint. 50/50 on cover girl. The leaked images arent showing the figure well.
Leaks are part of the game, bit its been quite excessive the last 3 months. Kind of takes a bit of the thrill away when they are so early in the process like the green shirts. But still fun to see.
I would be pumped woth a snake and flash 2 pack. But if they made a snake and green shirt two pack think how happy all the army builder collectors would be. Well... more or less happy :)
Yeah, I agree, some of the leaks are a bit too early & unnecessary. I'm looking forward to seeing those figures in hand!
@ViperIsland yeah. Did you see the retro flint with not much work on it, then the one that is almost done. Such a difference. I went from slightly disappointed to pumped. So thats wherebthe leaks hurt/help. Double dge sword.
It would be cool if they did a M.A.S.S. Device haslab with the weather dominator. I still want them to do a Cold Slither set with instruments and the whole band. I think that would be something of a treat to all of us that love the Dreadnoks. Also, I would love to see Fatal Fluffies as well. A man can dream.
Yes the Fatal Fluffies would be amazing
What is an "A-tier" character in G.I.Joe? Every character is a great character to someone. I wish Hasbro had a clear release schedule based on a particular year. Make an 82' wave or an 86' wave instead of gathering figures from so many different corners of the property. I'm still waiting for Sci-Fi and Leatherneck is lame without Wetsuit.🤦🏾♂️
I think leaks can help if a character is looking a bit weird and fans are not vibing with the direction of said character, Hasbro has time to listen to feedback and make changes. So that we don’t get those figures that missed the mark. Like cover girl & Falcon.
Great point, but unfortunately, by the time we see leaked production samples, it's too late for changes. Hasbro’s design and approval process is locked in months before leaks surface, as it takes about 18 months from concept to shelf!
Should make the Tomahawk with Lift Ticket
How bout Hit n Run, Rampart, the Agent
That bat looks better than I imagined. And the added colors and effects and red visor is icing on the cake. I cant wait for that one. Only gripe is I wish they would include a claw that opens and closes.
I like leaks because it shows us what to expect. And sometimes it can help them fix something that we don't like.
They make Keel-haul version 2 with the blue jacket. He was sold in the 1990s without the Flagg. Just saying.
One thing that has been puzzling to me is that G.I. Joe products will be delayed, up to a year in USA, and yet is readily available overseas. Yes, I know that it's made in China, Taiwan, Thailand, etc. But once they start shipping the finished products, it should be released everywhere like most other products. An example: it can be frustrating to see videos and images of people unboxing and reviewing S.A.W. Viper all over RUclips and FaceBook and yet, it is not available here until August 2025 per Hasbro Pulse.
I just got emails saying Dile tone, Zander, leatherneck, and saw viper all all preparing to ship. Should have them in a week.
@@brandontoronjo6563 I've pre-ordered all 4... I only received emails regarding Zandar and leatherneck. It's actually bad timing for me. I'm moving this Friday and won't have my new home until the 13th. So I had to change the shipping to my sister's house.
I got the same emails but although my emails said they were preparing to ship, they also said December 2025, so who knows?
You think it's slow now? Wait until there are tariffs.
A Flash/S.N.A.K.E. set wouldn't be bad at all but I'd rather have a Flash/Grand Slam 2-pack instead. Hasbro has got to be smart with their strategies to sell them both, because they are similar characters and many collectors will be happy with either one of them.
Happy New Year!🎉😊👍
Happy New Year to you too! 🎉
@@ViperIslandHappy New Year to you & your family, Liam. And I enjoyed watching your video of the new Retro G.I.Joe/Cobra Figures that are supposed to be coming out in the new year of 2025. I'm definitely going to get Retro Flint & Cover Girl whenever they come out to either my nearest Wal-Mart, Target or even Game Stop Stores. And Hasbro should make a new Retro Gung-Ho figure wearing his Marine Blues suit, hat & with his sword in its sheath(but is removable).
Why are we getting a Action Figure and no Vehicle ??? We Want TOOLBOTH !!!
Retro Flint with Classified’s Gun
I'm, for the leaks, they just get me more excited to buy
Classified bat is awesome, I was on the fence of the classified version and never picked it up. I’ll pick up this retro version.
Flint is amazing! Literally looks like the 80s fig increased in size.
Down the line I’d like to see v2 snake eyes in retro line, either sun bow inspired or a pitch black one with gray accents.
Yo Joe!!!!
Having so much fun with this line! Lots of nostalgia for me. Thanks for these videos. I definitely am not hunting the web and watching the interviews to find out what’s going on. Really appreciate you consolidating all the relevant hype.
Are we still looking for a Muskrat, or is he canceled?
Thanks for the kind words! Muskrat shouldn't be too far away.
Been waitimg for S.N.A.K.E. armor for a while. If it looks half decent, ill pick up a few.
Can we get the tele-viper some kind of sidearm please?
what's he supposed to do in combat? Hit the Joes in the head with his communication gear?
WOW! I wish I would have started collecting these Classifieds on day one. Now I feel too late to the game to start now. Joes were my thing in the 80s, I had damn near every figure. And these all look so fn cool!!! But my other passion as a kid was wrestling, so I went all in on that. But I may have to pick at least some of the Classified stuff up just because.
Why can't they make Flint with green shirt like the original sunbow cartoon
Although I would love Arctic Scarlett/Snowmobile or Snake Armour/Flash, I think they will go with one of the other “Mass Elements”. I predict the underwater element. Perhaps a red and yellow diver.
I want to know what happened with the Artic BAT???
Yeah for real, I’ve had two on preorder on BBTS for almost one year!
I know, right? They did come out but must have been really limited. I managed to get one in a lot from eBay. I see that preorders were up for it so I'm guessing it's being reissued.
They made one a while back. I think you can still find it, using Ebay.
I've had mine in pre-order for a while supposedly march is the release date now!. But yes there were some releases earlier
I see them eventually making a classified Sky Stryker. They f'd up on making one made for the 3 inch line but a classified Rattler.
You know haslab did the sail barge for starwars at almost 50inches in length. So they can make the bigger vehicles, just depends if they want to.
I know that i am in the minority, but i still prefer the Operation Blackout inspired first wave of Classified figures and the Cobra Island. I understand that some people want the classic looks. I like both but i prefer the modern looks with the articulation that started the line. If that first wave was pinless, i believe those would be the best of both worlds. I still want the rest of the characters with those video game inspired looks.
I agree. But we need something new to base nee designs on like Operation Blackout. We need a new t.v. show or movie or something so we can have new figures for that.
The Rolling Thunder Classified would be welcomed, but that shipping price would be insane.
Which flint do i prefer? 3 3/4 inch flint!
I love the radioactive snake eyes figure!!
Im waiting for toll-booth with the bridge layer
what are the chances we get the cobra sea ray or hammerhead vehicles, would like to see night vulture with glider
Excited for restro tele, and classified darklon
Do you guys think we could buy Grunt and the new Rock n roll and kit-bash a lot of the original Joes? Maybe use Trip-Wire for Flash and Grandslam?
Since they are doing the MASS device. Instead of more from the red crystals episode, they should do the heavy water and the meteorite first. Spread the love.😂
TBH, I'm not a fan of the new Cover Girl figure, it just looks weird. She's supposed to be a model but she looks stubby. When did she wear a baseball hat? The Tele-Viper looks clunky as well. Hopefully, it's just the working versions and final products will look better. Crystal Ball's look seems to be coming along nicely, so there's a chance.
Retro Flint is looking good. I don't think I have a preference between the Cover Girls. Seems like two distinct characters almost.
Mass Device would b even more amazing as a 2 pack with the blind guy that helped Snake Eyes or a second set with the blind guy the sled and dogs it's one of the only super 7's I bought
This toy line has become my favorite line right next to Marvel Legends.
I like them all! Lol. I can't wait for them to be available
Im not buying any mor B.A.T repaints. Enough is enough! The Classified Cover Girl is better then the retro version, allthough, I think swapping the Classified Cover Girl head with that pinup head from the retro Cover Girl will be the best combo.
Agree with the BATs. However, the retro Covergirl, may as well be a new character, that's not her at all.
Out of all the figures announced so far, Law & Order looks the best to me, I can’t wait for that one. I actually think the Retro Covergirl looks way better than the Classified version, I don’t like the headsculpt on that first one.
The whole retro line is a total money grab imo. Buying them selectively and I no longer rush to buy from the Classified series since they are clearly going to repaint/re-issue every single figure as a retro. Now I wait for the retro version to see which one is better. No more BATS for me. I probably have like 20 of them.
Retro BAT? Sold! Got five BATS plus Serpentor, beachhead, law and order and night Raven one glorious Christmas morning back in the 80s - plus original NES - also sold on retro televiper and covergirl for sure
I want a Capt Gridiron and the Cobra Overlord, Cobra comander in the armor
Happy new year Viper Island
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Thanks for the kind words! I appreciate the support!
Happy New Year and Happy new joes and cobras incoming😀
Same to you!
Happy New Year Viper Island!
Happy new year!
I love B.A.Ts, but I never bothered getting the Crimson, Arctic or Python versions.
I certainly don't need a red faceplate variant. The first release was close enough to vintage accuracy for me.
Right now? The Retro Cover Girl's face looks better than the first one. I could have two as I used a marvel select in the first anyway. Expecting the Darklon and Blowtorch, and hoping to see the Retro Bludd in 2025.
Retro Tele-Viper? Yes!👍
I like the Retro flint, but my bank account says “you’re just fine with the classified one on your shelf!!!”🤦🏻♂️ Also, the leaks are good to ready my finances for charges on pre orders that sit for months, then all of the sudden shipping charges!😐
Would it be possible to make the USS Flag in sections? Then it could be assembled like an ultimate BAF? Different accessories and other parts sold separately or something?
I only recently started collecting and I prefer the retro of everything. I just purchased the classified Flint on ebay and he’s cool n all, but just not the Flint I really wanted. So excited for this retro card version!
I think Whale is about as huge as Classified could get
More big bads
Classified updates for Cesspool and Overlord could be interesting.
Flint looks great!!!
Mech suit would be cool. Allways liked it and feel it's always been under used and or represented.
As for the leaks go just post em not just the concept art I don't care for surprises. Hasbro needs to watch the price points if they keep pushing more collectors will reduce or stop all together with the line. People want great value for what they buy and that's something hasbro can definitely do.
I’m not a huge fan of all of the leaks, I totally get why collectors like them though. I just prefer the surprise element of it all, but that’s just my opinion.
I’m really hoping for a Hydro Viper and a Zombie Viper !!!
Agreed! Both would be pretty damn cool!
Mass Device Snake Eyes will sit. The Zartan is sought after because it was like the original and limited
You said hasbro wants to release more big time cobra figures in reference to darlon(a character I'm not even familiar with). By my count, cobra figures already outnumber Joe characters(102 to 91) and, we're still waiting for real big time Joe's from the original crew. Let's get another snake eyes out there, though because 7 isn't enough. Waiting on the originals is getting a little frustrating. 🙄
Yup! I'm sure it's a strategy so that they keep collectors interested with other characters but it is getting tiresome. I gave up with the 25th anniversary line because of this and they made some of them limited exclusives so I never got them all.
I'm very happy with the Classified Flint and Cover Girl, but I'm the kind of weirdo who was unhappy that Resolute never got a toehold, so I know I'm something of an outlier...
Guess there's not much as far as news for leaked vehicles but I'd like to see Hasbro do the fans a solid and release the VAMP MKII to make up for the lack of first run green VAMPs available. Also, we've only seen one trailer but they now offer 3 vehicles (including the HISS) with a trailer hitch so, where are the trailers? Some of the most popular vehicles of the 80's line were the HAL, Whirlwind, Cobra ASP, and such. Guess we'll have to see what they roll out. So far there hasn't even been a Joe release in 2025 so we'll see what the first one brings.
The OG Snake Eyes looks great. Not too interested in the blue version with red googles. Snake Eyes is hands down my favorite GI Joe character so hopefully Hasbro will release a Dawn Moreno version.
My dream is the cobra terror drome.
Whats with Flints holster attached to his belt? First Firefly then Airborne then retro Beachhead. Is hasbro doing it on purpose because those things are a nuisance when swapping. They did great on his pants and boots tho
Leaks neither kill nor increase my hype
Seen a guy who made a twelve and a half foot Flagg. And its glorious!! And he's looking to reproduce them for retail. Stop dropping the ball Hasbro!
I love the Tiger force flint but retro is number 1
The next Sub-series needs to be the Oktober Guard!
Need a retro Falcon and a 1987 movie accurate Snake Eyes.
I really like the retro Flint.
Love it
They really are getting the most out of that BAT mold! Haha. Nah. There's nothing wrong with the BAT and the Tele-Viper that came with the flight pod. They are close enough to retro for me! The green shirt and retro Cover Girl are definitely getting bought! What I want is Thrasher and the Thunder Machine as regular release! NOT a Haslab! Monkey Wrench also!
Limitedly, I’d prefer leaks. But, as an “official” leak. IE: I’d like to know in advance what’s coming so I can prepare for them. Mostly, I’m speaking about dollars.
Flint is my 2nd all-time favorite Joe, right after Snake Eyes, so I'm all about Classified Flint, because from what I've seen from the retro line, is that they're almost like the Star Wars figures, which had even less articulation than the 1982 line. So as of now, it's clarified Flint for me. Definitely not rolling w/Tiger Force Flint because that I absolutely detested the entire TF line. Next up, arctic Snake Eyes & the polar bear is pure we dopeness
New Year, new figures!