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Post by Mightyfanatic on Jul 16, 2008 12:29:57 GMT -8
On one of the Q&A sessions held with Mattel, RTM received word about possible Mattel produced Mugg-like figures (which, given their licenses would make properties such as DC comics superheroes and He-Man possible. Here is the question and the OFFICIAL response:: 1. When will we see DC Universe Vinyl figures a la Mighty Muggs? Answer: This is something we are looking into if there is enough fan interest. It may be something offered on our new direct to consumer fan site. and here is the link: www.toymania.com/news/messages/10470.shtmlLet's keep our fingers crossed as this could easily open up a Mugg-like market to many additional properties (beyond what Hasbro has access to).. Come on, Mattel.... let's see a Mugg-like product from you too!! |
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Post by Erv on Jul 16, 2008 14:57:17 GMT -8
What is this "direct to consumer fan site" he's speaking of? Are they making a Mighty Muggs micro-site or something?
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Post by Mightyfanatic on Jul 16, 2008 15:02:57 GMT -8
Mattel is making a GENERAL consumer fan site where you will be able to buy REGULAR products (current lines being sold such as DC classics and JLI) as well as SPECIAL EXCLUSIVE products (such as the new collector-oriented He-Man line, available ONLY online, which is coming this fall). The new site (whose URL has not been released) will be fully operational in the fall.
(Muggs are of course ONLY made currently by Hasbro .. not Mattel.. and this is a question whether or not Mattel will attempt to make a similar product).
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Post by Erv on Jul 16, 2008 17:16:16 GMT -8
Ahh, got it. I think I was thinking this was Hasbro (you'd think I'd have read the title of the thread. )
I was excited that we were going to get a Hasbro MM's site.
Thanks for the info!
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Post by hardrockcafe on Jul 16, 2008 19:54:47 GMT -8
that would be cool
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Post by Zoop on Jul 16, 2008 20:57:18 GMT -8
It might taste like lead poisoning.  |
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Post by Joeofmars! on Jul 16, 2008 21:15:15 GMT -8
Meh... I don't want an MM rip-off...
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Post by xssocx on Jul 16, 2008 22:06:18 GMT -8
Give me a Joker and Batman.  |
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Post by specialpatrolgroup on Jul 17, 2008 17:21:26 GMT -8
Meh... I don't want an MM rip-off... /signed. Mattel's last venture into "urban vinyl"- the Funkeys- was pretty dull a, best. They even had some licensed ones from Speed Racer, but he whole line was just... I don't know- lacking and unsatisfying. I don't expect that to improve much with a copycat line. |
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Post by danielblester on Jul 19, 2008 15:49:40 GMT -8
not too thrilled about this idk i guess it will really depend on if they do make rip-offs how they are done / look
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Post by Mightyfanatic on Jul 20, 2008 11:11:32 GMT -8
Surprised that so many are on the fence here.... or even skeptical/dismissive of the idea.
Personally, I like having minimates that are both Marvel and DC...
The same was true for the vintage days of Megos (although in that case, one company holding multiple licenses).
I think it would be great if Mattel stepped up to the plate (and even a few others) to make Mugg-like creations. After all, there are many licenses that will probably never get made otherwise. Who wouldn't want to see Star Trek Mugg (clones) next to Star Wars Muggs or DC Superhero Mugg(clones) next to Marvel Muggs.
Also, the addition of a copycat (with decidedly different licenses) would also spur additional sales of Hasbro Mighty Muggs by collectors who then, couldn't resist (having even more related characters from which to choose).
Come on in, Mattel... the water's fine....
Let's see what you've got!!
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Post by Zoop on Jul 23, 2008 11:14:15 GMT -8
Competition is good. It leads to better/more product.
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