Kotaku: Collectibles

First 4 Figures Nabs Sonic License

Mike Fahey — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 10:20:59 MST

First 4 Figures, creators of some of the most amazing Zelda, Metroid, and Transformers collectible statues you're likely to find, have just announced an agreement with Jetix Consumer Products to produce viynl figures and statues based off of the 'classic version' of Sonic the Hedgehog. The first series of 4 to 5 inch figures is slated for July 2008 release, with the lineup - as pictured above - featuring Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles. Depending on where they draw the line with 'classic' Sonic, there might not be all that many more in the pipe. I mean, what's left? Robotnik? Maybe some mechanical animals? As far as I am concerned, vinyl Sonic figures are a dime a dozen anyway. I'm holding out to see what they do in the statue department.

Sonic The Hedgehog-05-FEB-2008 [First 4 Figures]

Halo 3 Cat Helmets Set To Sell Out

Mike Fahey — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 13:00:19 MDT

On the left you will see Rufus. Rufus didn't want a replica Spartan helmet, so you might have him to thank if you run out to the store real quick and still find a preorder available for the Halo 3 Legendary Edition here in the states. A Microsoft spokesman told GamesIndustry.biz that while there are still quantities left for preorder, they are on course to be completely sold out by launch day next week. They've already sold out in the UK, so don't wait until they start showing up on eBay complete with pictures of very relieved felines. And don't worry about Rufus there. I'm dressing him up like Pinhead from Hellraiser as soon as I find my tiny hammer.

Halo 3 Legendary Edition should sell out in US [GamesIndustry.biz]

Hellgate: London Collectibles For Serious, Rich Fans Only

Michael McWhertor — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 17:40:02 MDT

I really have no idea when Flagship Studios' Hellgate: London is supposed to ship—who can keep up anymore?—but I am now well aware that Weta's Hellgate: London collectibles are shipping this month for sure.

A bit pricey at $225.00 USD each, but they sure look fancy. Perfect for your glass display case that no one is allowed to touch, smoke near or stare at for extended periods of time. In fact, don't even look at the pictures online too long, lest you somehow degrade the real-life versions. They're that precious.

There are four up for pre-order, including the Hunter, Cabalist, Templar Male and Templar Female, but only 1,000 editions of each. The Hunter and Cabalist are both female, too, but you've probably figured that out by the carefully sculpted breasts.

Anyone out there planning on dropping almost a cool grand on all four? If so, can I borrow a tenner? Michael McWhertor

Hellgate: London Collectibles [Weta, thanks Dennise!]

Collectible Merchandise For The Halo Obsessed

fdemarco — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 13:00:00 MST

Corgi International is one of those places that makes collectible items for obsessed fans of various franchises. For instance, on their site right now, you can purchase several replicas of rings worn by Johnny Depp in Pirates of The Caribbean or a limited edition Luke Skywalker blaster from Star Wars.

In their recent newsletter, Corgi has announced a new partnership with Microsoft to start producing collectible Halo merchandise as part of their Master Replicas collection. Inspiration for the pieces will based on all three games in the Halo series. In addition to their own products, they will also be distributing Kotobukiya's sure to be amazing Halo figure collection.

Seeing Corgi's attention to detail and bizarre minutia, I won't be surprised to start seeing things like replica Halo armor, helmets and Master Chiefs collectible jock strap. Flynn De Marco

Master Replicas announces alliance with Microsoft [Corgi International]

The Shadow of the Colossus Statue

kotaku.com — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 09:40:33 MDT

Netphantom over at Bits & Bytes & Pixels & Sprites gibbered extremely enthusiastically this morning that his Shadow of the Colossus statue from Play Asia had been shipped across the jasmine-scented, Oriental Seas.

Shadow of the Colossi Statues? How neat. If only that first Colossus had his club erected into the sky, ready to smash down upon that punk-ass Wanda bitch. In that case, my purchase would be assured: an excellent toilet paper roll dispenser, even at the lofty price of $119.90. Florian Eckhardt

Shadow of the Colossus - The First Colossus Statue [Play Asia]

And The Bronze Mario Award Goes To...

Michael McWhertor — Sun, 10 Sep 2006 20:17:02 MDT

There is a ton of cool stuff over at the Video Game Memorabilia Museum, including this Oscar-esque bronze Mario statue. Normally adorning a marble base, this statue is, according to its owner, normally only given out in rare circumstances. These include "Nintendo Long Service Staff" awards, for those in the employ of the company for more than twenty years, and worldwide competition winners. Obviously, the latter is the easier of the two.

The owner also states that the statues are made by none other than R.S Owens, the Chicago based manufacturer responsible for fabricating the famous Oscar statue. They also make Emmys, Clios, MTV Video Music Awards and the NFL's MVP trophy, but those just don't have the same allure.

If I were to ever beat anyone to death with a blunt object, I pray to the Nintendo gods that I get to do it with a bronze Mario statue. Wait. What did I just say? Michael McWhertor

Nolan Bushnell Atari 7800 Fetching Big Bucks

Michael McWhertor — Sat, 09 Sep 2006 18:50:10 MDT

Attention Atari collectors! Currently being auctioned on eBay is the above pictured, ultra rare "Nolan Bushnell Signature Series Atari 7800". For you kids too young to have ever dragged your parents to one of Bushnell's Chuck E. Cheese's, he's the founder of Atari. Go on, look it up!

Here's the deal with this very fashionable old-school console:

A few years ago, we were contracted to assist in the production of NEW Atari 7800 units. They were to be emblazoned with Nolan Bushnell's signature, a large Atari logo on the front of the case, and "Signature Series" over on the right.
Unfortunately, this project never entered production, and very few of these 7800's were built. In fact, the 7800 pictured in this auction has one of the pre-production plastic housings, with the guts of a production 7800 unit inside. While new 7800 motherboards were designed (by us!) for this new product, very few of these motherboards exist, and only one board was ever populated.

Look, you have less than 2 days to snag this piece of obsessive collecting history. Auction price at time of publish was $560 so sell that kidney if you have to and get bidding! Michael McWhertor

Rare Nolan Bushnell Signature Series Atari 7800 Console

Getcher Parappa, Um Jammer Lammy Guitars Here!

Michael McWhertor — Sat, 19 Aug 2006 11:39:42 MDT

I'll admit that I never made it through Um Jammer Lammy, despite the game's critical success. I've played Parappa the Rapper the death. Hell, I even suffered through a good hour of the sub-par PlayStation 2 sequel, but Lammy? I just didn't "get it".

But Um Jammer Lammy enthusiasts with an extra 300-ish smackers in their smoking pockets can still get their strummin' hands on some very sweet licensed guitars. They may not sound all that great—built-in speakers, y'know—but the gaming nerd cred is off the charts here.

GameSetWatch's gentlemanly editor Simon C. helps clue in us Westerners with the details on how to snag these Japan-only guitars courtesy of collector Dan Amrich. Check out the handy write up and get spending, consuming public! Michael McWhertor

Uber-FAQ: Um Jammer Lammy Guitars GET! [GSW]