If you’re a collector of McFarlane Toys, then you’re very familiar with Page Punchers, the company’s line of the fully articulated figures that include an iconic comic book with a 3-inch or 7-inch action figure. Various brands have gotten the Page Puncher treatment including DC Comics, Stranger Things, and of course the Spawn Universe.
The Page Punchers line will continue to grow because today McFarlane Toys announced a licensing agreement to expand the Page Punchers add Hasbro’s incredibly popular toy brands. It’ll all kick off with Transformers and G.I. Joe products, unsurprising given the the recent success of the Energon Universe from Skybound.
Read the official press release below:
McFarlane Toys has announced an exciting, multi-brand licensing agreement with leading toy and game company Hasbro, adding TRANSFORMERS, POWER RANGERS, G.I. JOE and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS to their Page Punchers line-up. Kicking off with TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE products, each Page Puncher will include a full comic book and two articulated figures.
“Page Punchers is an exciting program for us because it gets comic books into people’s hands, along with a fun toy product, who might not otherwise shop at comic stores. Parents enjoy them because they encourage reading and collectors like them because they provide unique and interesting character stories. With articulated figures, plus a full comic book in each Page Punchers item we offer incredible value with this brand,” said Todd McFarlane, founder and CEO of McFarlane Toys.
“From TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE to POWER RANGERS, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS and others, a number of Hasbro brands are known for their rich history and continued storytelling through comics. Page Punchers is a natural extension of these brands, providing the action and adventure our multi-generational fans have come to expect. We can’t wait for fans and collectors, alike, to get their hands on the first product drop coming out in early 2024,” said Casey Collins, President of Licensed Consumer Products at Hasbro.
Product is expected to launch in early 2024 and will be available at mass market and specialty retailers.
