HASBRO [SDCC 2022]: Meet & Greets, Panels, Exclusives and More!

Visit Hasbro Booth #3213 for Meet & Greets and Signings with Peter Cullen, Power Rangers Dino Fury Cast Members, NERF’s First-Ever Mascot Murph and More, Featuring Giveaways, Trivia Sessions, Cosplay Events and Other Fun-Filled Activities

Showcasing the First-Ever Dungeons & Dragons Toy Line, Convention Exclusives and Other Exciting First Looks

PAWTUCKET, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 13, 2022– Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a global play and entertainment company, will return to San Diego Comic-Con International, bringing an extraordinary portfolio of brands, including Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, NERF, G.I. JOE and Power Rangers, as well as products from premier collaboration brands, including Star Wars™ and Marvel from The Walt Disney CompanyHasbro’s 2022 lineup will be showcased throughout the convention to deliver an epic experience for fans of all ages with several product exclusives, panels, autograph signings and more activities show-goers don’t want to miss.

Hasbro is debuting the first-ever toy line from the famed fantasy franchise, Dungeons & Dragons, at the convention, so fans can have the chance to get up close and personal with the new products. The all-new Hasbro Selfie Series action figures are also making a debut at the event, giving fans the opportunity to preview Hasbro Selfie Series figures, with a select number of fans being among the first to create and purchase their figures, shipping Fall 2022. SDCC (San Diego Comic Convention) attendees should visit the Hasbro Pulse Info Desk in Booth #3213 to obtain a ticket for an assigned time slot. Limited tickets available, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, Hasbro is partnering with Save the Children to offer a Buy One, Give One donation. For every item purchased on HasbroPulse.com from July 20 – August 31, the ultimate fan destination will donate a toy or game to Save the Children, benefitting Ukrainian refugees with up to 100,000 toys and games.

Hasbro is also offering two San Diego Comic-Con 2022 exclusive products: the Star Wars The Black Series Boba Fett™ (In Disguise) action figure and G.I. JOE Classified Series Dr. Mindbender. Starting Wednesday, July 20 at 5:30 PM PT, attendees can visit the Hasbro Booth #3213 to receive a one-time use code, which can then be scanned for preorder on HasbroPulse.com.

The following boasts Hasbro’s jam-packed programming at its booth and brand panels. San Diego Comic-Con attendees are encouraged to check the schedule posted in Hasbro’s information booth each day for updates and follow @Hasbro on Twitter, as well as @Hasbro & @HasbroPulse on Instagram for the latest happenings.

TRANSFORMERS
In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the first live action film, TRANSFORMERS, Hasbro will engage fans with trivia sessions, premium giveaways and more. Photo opportunities with Bumblebee as the 1977 Camaro, a replica car from the 2007 movie, will be available each day. The beloved voice talent of Optimus Prime, Peter Cullen, will join for a special poster signing session on Saturday.

In addition to 15th anniversary Studio Series product display, the team will have a live unboxing of the Transformers: HasLab Victory Saber, a first look and reveal of the next Transformers Generations Shattered Glass Hasbro Pulse exclusive character, and Legacy and Transformers: EarthSpark product will also be on display. The Hasbro panel will also share a sneak peek at some of the biggest Transformers product reveals of the year:

Hasbro TRANSFORMERS Product Panel: Thursday, July 21 at 1:00PM – 2:00PM | Room: 29AB
Join the Transformers product team as Ben (Hasbro Marketing) and Evan (Hasbro Design) take attendees through some all-new Transformers: Legacy toy reveals! The team will also hold a Q&A to discuss all things Transformers, pop culture, and whatever burning questions fans have always had for the team! So, get ready for a panel that’s… More Than Meets the Eye.

Additionally, SDCC attendees can meet the next generation of heroes from the new original animated series, Transformers: EarthSparkat the show’s first-ever San Diego Comic-Con panel. From Nickelodeon and Entertainment One, this all-new Paramount+ Original Series will showcase an insider event that celebrates a new take on the iconic global franchise and proves families come in all shapes and sizes. The panel – featuring the series voice talent including Danny Pudi (Bumblebee), Kathreen Khavari (Twitch), and Zeno Robinson (Thrash), along with co-executive producer Dale Malinowski and executive producer Ant Ward – will showcase a behind-the-scenes look at art, casting and never-before seen clips, as well as a first look at the Hasbro toyline inspired by the series that is…More Than Meets The Eye. Following the panel, the toyline will be on display in Hasbro’s booth. Panel moderated by Mike Cecchini, Editor-in-Chief, Den of Geek. Friday, July 22, 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. (Room: 6A)

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Hasbro is bringing the leading roleplaying game Dungeons & Dragons to life at San Diego Comic-Con with the premiere of the franchise’s first-ever toy line! Ahead of the highly anticipated movie by Paramount and eOne, Hasbro will engage fans with even more lore to add to their favorite RPG. More details, including the first products to launch, will premiere on July 21.

The product line is inspired by Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, which premieres only in theaters March 2023 and brings the rich world and playful spirit of the legendary roleplaying game to the big screen in a hilarious and action-packed adventure.

To bring the magic to life at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, Paramount Pictures and eOne will host a one-of-a-kind Tavern Experience to give fans a real-life sneak peek into the new movie, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. The Tavern, located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter on the corner of Sixth Avenue and Island Avenue, features a 20-minute, immersive experience for unique photo ops and exclusive takeaways. Follow @dungeonsanddragonsmovie for the latest updates.

Fans can also join Paramount Pictures and eOne in Hall H Thursday, July 21st at 12:00pm PT for the Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves panel.

MAGIC: THE GATHERING
Stop by the Hasbro booth for a signing with Mark Rosewater, the head designer for Magic: The Gathering, as well as the branded panel for the latest updates on the groundbreaking fantasy franchise:

Magic: The Gathering Panel, Blogatog Live: Saturday 6:30 pm -7:30 pm | Room 24ABC
Magic head designer Mark Rosewater presents this one-man program in which he re-creates his daily blog, answering the audience’s questions about the making of the popular trading card game and revealing new, never-before-seen cards, mechanics, and more from the upcoming Unfinity release.

NERF
The NERF brand’s first-ever official mascot, MURPH, will make their live debut at the Hasbro booth bringing their fun, playful and social personality to the convention. Over the past few weeks, MURPH has gone viral on social media and launched their own Twitter account, @MurphFromNerf. The already beloved mascot is stepping from the digital world to the real world at SDCC to meet fans IRL for the first time!

Additionally, NERF will announce a highly anticipated new product. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the new item for the first time in the Hasbro booth.

G.I. JOE
Hot on the heels of all the excitement from YO JOE! JUNE comes G.I. JOE at Comic-Con! Attendees will be the first to experience a painted model of the newest Hasbro Pulse HasLab, the G.I. JOE Classified Series H.I.S.S Tank. The booth will also feature a Classified Series artwork signing by illustrator John Giang, poster giveaways and more! And don’t miss all of the inside information on the G.I. JOE Classified Series at the must-see panel:

Hasbro G.I. JOE: Classified Series Panel: Saturday, July 23 at 12:00PM – 1:00PM | Room: 9
Whether you’re team Joe or a secret member of Cobra, everyone can agree that G.I. JOE’s new Classified Series toy line is an absolute hit! Join Emily and Lenny from the development team to hear never-before shared behind-the-scenes secrets, get a sneak peek into the future of Classified Series, and learn more about the first G.I. JOE Classified Series HasLab. Make sure to attend… because knowing is half the battle!

Additionally, be sure to stop by the Entertainment Earth booth #2343 for a sweet reveal from Hasbro and Entertainment Earth!

POWER RANGERS
It’s MORPHIN Time! Fan-favorite members of the hit live action series “Power Rangers Dino Fury” are stopping by the Hasbro booth for meet & greets and signings. Take home souvenirs you’ll never forget from the Dino Fury Pink Ranger Hunter Deno, Dino Fury Black Ranger Chance Perez or Dino Fury Red Ranger Russell Curry.

Continue a journey through the Morphin Grid with BOOM! Studios panel – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Charge to 100 and Beyond!—A MORPHINOMINAL Celebration of 100 issues over five years of ongoing MMPR comic books from BOOM! Studios. Join Ryan Parrott (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Mat Groom (Mighty Morphin), and Melissa Flores (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), along with series editors Dafna Pleban and Allyson Gronowitz, for a discussion on the history of the series, and an exciting look at what’s next! Thursday, July 21 at 2:00PM-3:00PM |Room: 25ABC

STAR WARS
Inspired by a galaxy far, far away… comes fun Star Wars product giveaways at the Hasbro booth, along with several cosplay contests and trivia sessions. Fans can also collect three posters celebrating recent iconic items within The Vintage Collection. At the Hasbro panel, attendees can get an in-depth look at all-new product offerings (including the recently revealed Star Wars™ Wild Ridin Grogu and new Star Wars™ Bounty Collection Series wave) from the beloved franchise:

Hasbro Star Wars Panel: Friday, July 22 at 2:00PM – 3:00PM | Room: 7AB
Join Patrick Schneider, Chris Reiff, & Jing Houle from the Hasbro Marketing & Design teams as they discuss the popular Hasbro Star Wars line, including the Black Series and The Vintage Collection. Attendees will get an in-depth look at Hasbro’s latest action figure and premium roleplay offerings from throughout the saga. Word on the Holonet™ is there may also be a few surprises.

MARVEL
At the Hasbro booth, celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Marvel Legends and Spider-Man’s 60th Anniversary with Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing. Expect fun and interactive Marvel activities including an amazing virtual Q&A with Hasbro’s Product Designer Dwight Stall, spectacular guest signings including Marvel Comics Writer Dan Slott (Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, She-Hulk) and Eric Lewald, Julia Lewald and Dan Veesenmeyer from X-Men: The Animated Series. The booth events will also feature Marvel trivia for incredible prizes, an ultimate Infinity Gauntlet Rock Paper Scissors tournament, and more.

Join the Legends team at the Hasbro panel for some eye-popping product reveals and surprises.

Hasbro Marvel Legends Panel: Friday, July 22 at 12:30PM – 1:30PM | Room: 5AB
Steve Evans, Ryan Ting, Dan Yun and Monique Colasante (Hasbro) plus special guest Jesse Falcon (Marvel/Disney) share exciting news for Hasbro’s popular Marvel Legends product line. They will give a sneak peek at upcoming, never-before-seen items and hold a Q&A session for attendees.

STARTING LINEUP
Launching this fall partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) the Starting Lineup brand will feature legendary NBA superstars as part of its first wave of figures and will be available for pre-order starting September 22 exclusively on Hasbro Pulse and across the Fanatics network of online sites, including Fanatics.com and official league stores.

The Starting Lineup brand developed a massive following by bringing sports enthusiasts figures of their favorite superstar players accompanied by a trading card for more than a decade.

Who do you think will make the Starting Lineup?

About Hasbro

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The company’s unparalleled portfolio of approximately 1,500 brands includes MAGIC: THE GATHERING, NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, BABY ALIVE, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, POWER RANGERS, PEPPA PIG and PJ MASKS, as well as premier partner brands. For the past decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media and one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute. Important business and brand updates are routinely shared on our Investor Relations website, Newsroom and social channels (@Hasbro on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.)

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MOODY’S TOP 10 TOY REVEALS [Hasbro PulseCon 2021]: Real American Heroes.

@TravMoody

Now that Hasbro PulseCon 2021 has come and gone (kinda lame, right? Like.. where the hell do us Toy Dorks go from here!?!?), I decided to cough up a personal Top 10 list of toy reveals from the weekend. Mind you, I don’t collect Fortnite or Power Rangers or Ghostbusters, and, trust me, my wallet thanks me; so I apologize if I’m missing anything you adored from the Con.

Also, I’m a mega Transformers fan going through a.. well.. transition with collecting the line (just as I believe they are), so I didn’t pick anything up from Legacy. I’m stock full of War For Cybertron (with more than a few on the way), so that and the 86′ line will have to hold that robot space down for now. Also, major P.S. — This list doesn’t count the Convention Exclusives revealed prior (i.e. Ravage, Color-Changing Zartan, Animated Series Venom, etc.).

Alright, here we go…

1. G.I. Joe Classified Cobra B.A.T.

Gotta agree with my ATKM Conquest Co-Pilot KJ on this one: the forthcoming Cobra Battle Android Trooper is a beauty! While the only Joe figure shown off on Sunday to not get a pre-order (or even a release date), this reveal was absolutely how you start a big toy panel…

And, hell, I immediately canceled my third Ultimate R.A.H.-inspired B.A.T. from Super7 when thoughts of having 4 or more of these (at $33 less per droid) rang true and vibrant through my own chrome Dome. – 5/5

2. G.I. Joe Retro Skystriker XP-14 (HasLab)

While our friends over at WOJM (WhatsOnJoeMind?) had accurate facts when it came to pre-PulseCon Joe leaks, not even they could have predicted the return of the o-ring! Does this mean that the recent “Retro” line of Joes is gonna take a backseat in the cockpit to the O-G.I. designs of 1982? Is Hasbro tossing aside the Walmart Exclusive Retro Joes we see (mostly) coughing up space on pegs.. that many diehards can’t stop comparing to the 25th Anniversary? You’d imagine so.

Moreover, it’s well beyond time for a Joe HasLab, even if this one isn’t quite “Classified”. Despite my die-hard thirst for everything Classified, a Retro Skystriker works for me in two ways, albeit ever so dangerously: 1.) I only collect vehicles from the current Retro line anyway… butttt… oh shittt… 2.) Yeah, yeah, I also picked up the Pulse-Only 2-pack of o-ring Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow (I know.. I’m screwed). But I immediately backed the Lab, even before they revealed the 4 additional action figure stretch goals (o-ring flight suit Scarlett, o-ring Night Watch Ripcord, and 2 o-ring Pit Crew members to join the o-ring Skystriker pilots, Ace and Wayne Ruthel).

There’s a whole lot more to this beautiful bad boy (and I really don’t hate the $229 tag; there’s a reason why the XP-14 is soaring by the Rancor!), so read the OPLAN right here . – 4.75/5

3. Marvel Legends X-Men: The Animated Series Wolverine and Jubilee

Oh, everyone knows I’m a massive Joe simp, and, sure, I could basically jot their whole damn panel here on this list. But that wouldn’t be fun, so here is the one segment during the 2-hour marathon long Marvel Legends thing that felt noteworthy: the reveal of 90s X-Men animated series Wolverine and Jubilee!

The VHS-inspired boxes is everything, and both figures look spot-on to the cartoon. Looks like it’s time to dust off that old tape player and get to playin’. – 4.5-4.75/5

4. G.I. Joe Classified Spirit Iron-Knife

As many diehard Joe fans know, the road to bring Spirit back to the line was likely not an easy one. Hasbro brought in Taboo (of Black Eyed Peas fame), a clear fan of the property who also represents the indigenous people. It was a nice, hell, the right way to present Spirit to the current audience and modern line of Joes…

Best of all for fellow diehard fans of Classified? This Iron-Knife slaps. Or should I say, “snipes”. Great face sculpt, incredible rustic deco (with classic blues), 2 blades, a pistol, realistic woodgrain Sniper rifle and — best of all — his trust, now articulated eagle, Freedom. – 4.5-4.75/5

5. Star Wars Black Series: The Mandalorian Cobb Vanth

Ah! So there is plenty of angst (and even MEME’s) over the “Deluxe” pricing of our friend who bodied Boba’s armor, but damn that photoreal face-scan of Timothy Olyphant

…is Justified. This figure is so good that I’m willing to shell out the extra 9 bucks for something done right. When scans are bad on $22 buck figs, I wind up fiendin’ for a SH Fig or Mezco/Mafex alternative anyway. – 4.5/5

6. G.I. Joe Classified Tiger Force Outback

Another handsome, grizzled man ready for war, Stuart Selkirk is still available for pre-order from Target. Yes, your eyes are not failing you; all 3 of the next Target Exclusive Classified figures — Outback, Python Patrol B.A.T. and Viper — are still up.

No selling out in seconds. No bots (minus the B.A.T.). No avoiding the controversy. Panel host Emily addressed the big box dilemma swiftly and here we are. And very Solid SnakeISH Joe survivalist arguably looks best of bunch. Exciting times, indeed. – 4.25-4.5/5

7. G.I. Joe Classified Croc Master w/ Fiona and Storm Shadow

Oh, more Joe. Sorrynotsorry. The second of two ties on my list. Zero apologies. I love these both for two different reasons; Croc is a seemingly real Deluxe action figure, coming with his trusty gator that takes up the length of the big-boy packaging! Fiona is a fully-articulated pet with plenty of power and a wire-bendy tail.

On the other side of the table is the Storm Shadow nearly every Classified fan has wanted ever since Deluxe 00 Snake Eyes was shown off. I selfishly wanted that teased modern take (“Yakuza Sub-Zero Shadow”) on my favorite Cobra/Joe because I recently purchased the infamous Articulated Icons White Ninja, who’s been a more than serviceable stand-in up to this point. But nah. Me needs da real one. – 4.25-4.5/5

8. Marvel Legends Winter Soldier

Great face-sculpt! This re-released fig is light years better than Sebastian Stan Bucky, so much so that I’m thinking of customizing that Disney+ disappointment into a Joe (see @BlackGenghis‘ take on his Sebastian Grand Slam for evidence!).

As for the repaint/repack, this WS is the real deal and will look great alongside the rest of your 23 other Caps in your detolf (see #10). – 4.25/5

9. Star Wars Black Series: Return of the Jedi Rancor (HasLab)

Two HasLabs so good I’m tempted to ditch my previously purchased HasLab Razor Crest just to “fund” at least one of these. More importantly, I’ll need the room. This monster doesn’t come without his share of controversies, though. Hasbro should have revealed all of their stretch goals, especially since the Rancor is just about half the size (in standard-posed height) than the Sentinel and Galactus. Being a monster, he also comes with a whole lot less accessories. I bashed the price of the Mezco Godzilla, but dude so far (without the stretches) is pretty (wait for it) bare-bones in comparison…

Why fund it? Because I’m a Star Wars diehard (aka Simp) and I’ll pretty much fund anything SW HasLab at this point, and with all the possible goals (Luke, “Slave” Leia, Malakili the keeper, Oola the Twi’lek dancer.. etc.), the clenched teeth are salivating too. – 4-4.25/5

10. Marvel Legends 20th Anniversary “Series 1” Captain America

This figure would’ve been plenty higher on the list if not for the fact that Hasbro already revealed this one ahead of time. What also made the reveal a touch more disappointing is not even showing us a glimpse of 20th Anniversary Hulk, Toad (or the rumored Thor/Magneto). And most fans who already picked up the 80th Iron Man don’t seem to need the 20th.

Otherwise, the ToyBiz-inspired Cap is an awesome piece that comes with a super Steve facesculpt and plenty of cool accessories, bullet-ridden shield and all. – 4/5

Honorable Mentions: Star Wars Black Series: The Mandalorian Boba Fett, G.I. Joe Retro O-Ring Snake Eyes & Storm Shadow, Transformers: War For Cybertron Behold Galvatron, G.I. Joe Classified Python Patrol Viper.

-Travis Moody

A TOY KINDA MOOD [Episode 41]: Transforming HasLabs.

In this quick lil’ episode, Travis and Bobby break down the latest HasLab projects, including Transformers Victory Saber and Victory Leo, Star Wars Black Series Rancor and the fully funded Marvel Legends Galactus! We also break down Marvel Legends Eternals action figures, Spider-Man: No Way Home and the Excalibur 3-pack.

All this and more on A Toy Kinda Mood. Don’t forget to like and subscribe!

A TOY KINDA MOOD [Episode 35, Parts 1-5]: The Best & Worst Action Figures of 2021.. So Far.

We have shockingly made it to the halfway point of 2021, so Moody and KJ are back to present A Toy Kinda Mood’s Best (and Worst) Action Figures of 2021– So Far.

Part 1 – We celebrate figures from both The Mandalorian and The Clone Wars, and chat up forthcoming SDCC/PulseCon exclusives, including a Cantina scene, Dave Filoni in action figure form and The Vintage Collection inclusion of Emperor Palpatine and his chair.

Part 2 – YO JOE fans, we hope you’ve learned that collecting is Half the Battle! The other half is getting frustrated with Target and scalpers, but Moody and KJ were able to get their hands on the choice Cobra Island Classified figures. Who made the cut? And, who had to have an “about face” with themselves?

Part 3 – The Disney Plus series took some lumps, but there were some diamonds in the rough while She-Hulk comes across unfazed.

Part 4 – Which Transformers set won? The Netflix Beast Wars or the 86 Transformers line which is awesome in it’s own right.

Part 5 – We break down Mattel He-Man MOTU Origins and Revelation, McFarlane Toys, TMNT (both NECA and Super7) and SDCC 2021 exclusives coming later this month from Dragon Ball Super/Z! We also bring you a few Mezco figures, because what would a “Best Of…” be without Mezco Toyz.

A TOY KINDA MOOD [Episode 26]: Plundering the News!

Welcome back, faithful viewers, to the 26th episode of A Toy Kinda Mood! With this episode, Ronny and Bobby dive into the release of the new Hasbro​ Star War:​ The Black Series​ for The Clone Wars​! We also touch on the reveal of the new Shang-Chi​ ​movie Marvel Legends figs. But the chief focus is some cool new figures of our own– Funko POP! and Transformers!

This show also marks the departure of ATKM​ co-founder, Ronny Lecuyer. We wish him the best on his latest endeavor (click here to check it out!).