However, Mattel dropped out of the gaming arena and instead introduced a new series of 2-pack VS. Fighting Figures in its DC Universe selection of toys.
While the figures are not 6-inch action figures they also are not as small as the HeroClix line of game figures.
The 3-inch figures are static and feature some nice sculpts and painting despite their small size.
The figures come two in clear plastic bubble packs with the DC Universe indicia and a gallery of the figures’ photos on the set on the backs.
After some research it appears only the first set of five 2-packs were produced. It’s too bad because the planned sets of figures look amazing.
Two-Face VS. Batman has the two facing off against each other. Two-Face holds an oversize scarred coin over his head ready to fling at Batman.
Batman comes with a special oversize Batarang launcher held high in his right hand.
Who will strike first? Will Two-Face fling his coin or will Batman take out Two-Face with his Batarang?
Push Two-Face’s switch or Batman’s button to see who wins the deadly match. Both figures come on special bases.
The Catwoman VS. Batman set sees Cabwoman about to launch into the air toward Batman. All it takes is the flip of her base stand.
Batman is ready to deliver the final blow. Hold him back and let him go and POW!, Catwoman is out for the count.
Batgirl takes on the maniacal Joker with his tongue-smashing weapon. One push of a button and a giant tongue lashes out and knocks over whoever is in its way.
Batgirl leaps into action and with a simple twist she delivers a knock out punch. And that’s no joke!
Two-Face is at again and this time his target is Robin The Boy Wonder. His weapon of choice is an oversize Tommy Gun that he whips into a front shot position by spring loaded action.
Robin counters with his Batarang launching golden super gun. Push the button and Two-Face is one down and out crook.
Superman joins the fray as he takes on the dastardly Darkseid in a battle of the titans.
Watch Superman as he flies straight at Darkseid with a flip his clear suspension stand.
Darkseid barely has time to react with his overhead swing of a giant piece of machinery. It’s metal against The Man Of Steel!
All five of the figure sets feature expertly crafted miniature figures. The sculpting is topnotch considering the diminutive size of the figures.
Paint application is especially impressive again because of the size of the figures.
Weapons and accessories are cleverly engineered and activate with no problem.
It’s a shame that future figures were not produced. I would have liked to have seen The Martian Manhunter, Green Lantern, Lex Luthor, Scarecrow, The Penguin and Harley Quinn in action.
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