And yes, Neca figures come broken consistently out of the box. I no longer bother opening the packaging. In fact, I don’t even bother buying them at all anymore.
You didn't know???😂 It's like the REAL reason why we have things right now like supply-chain issues, shortages, etc...is ALL because.......Michael doesn't support Haslab projects! It's all his fault! Hahahahaha The conspiracy allegations are so utterly ludicrous. Michael is so TRANSPARENT, that if he really were part of a conspiracy, then he is doing a really terrible job at it! 😄
The NECA problem is threefold: 1) the figures break (a common problem, sometimes in the box, sometimes just trying to get them out) but that is not specific to NECA 2) In 20 yrs they made no effort to fix problems or address systemic problems - that is inexcusable and 3) their customer service is a nightmare and I think still only "exists" on Twitter- that is double-dog inexcusable
@@retroblasting Hasbro had a pretty big problem with stealth armor iron man from this year. The metal to plastic ration made the figure brittle under certain temperatures and they broke in package. Or from taking them out of package. They did nothing to address this, but it was only 1 figure and not a systemic issue.
didn't someone say (you?) that NECA's whole company is not registered as a toy company technically, so the goods can't be sued due to breakage etc. But I will say that I wanted to love Action Force and Vala, but when you shit all over other companies and then your product comes in and things break etc. I think it's Karma. NECA is shit, but damn do they make some visually stunning figures made of crap plastic.
Another huge NECA problem is that somehow they keep getting the exclusive toy rights to countless huge franchises that collectors want toys from and the only option is NECA. They know that if anyone else offered the same characters they do they will loose most of if not all of their income so they don’t let that happen. It’s unfortunate but if you want a collection with your favorite characters you aren’t left with many other choices.
Import companies (S.H. Figuarts,Mafex,Etc..) use drop down hips which as you said on here,is pretty cool and allows better range of motion. Great points here Michael.
When someone's defense is "SEE! this other thing has the same problem!" it's not a defense, whether that be for figures or movies. When the example they use is *actively trying to fix the problem immediately* vs the same after decades... it's a miraculous kick-in-their-own-crotch moment.
I have bought one (1) NECA figure - a Michael Myers from Halloween 2. It is actually not bad, contruction-wise, but I will not give that company any more of my money, though they make many figures that would be great additions to my collection. Compare that to the new Mego, where I have bought scores of new figures over the past three+ years. Because they are affordable ($15), they are well made, and they are not statues in the form of action figures. The new Mego are TOYS, and I could hand any one of them to an eight year old and they would have fun with it. And because of the price-point, I would not be upset if they "ruined" said figure as part of the fun. I am happy to hear that Bobby at Valaverse is also thinking about these factors, because I am looking forward to some personal "playtime" with those figures very soon.
I own like 60-70 NECA figures and I've only had trouble with four figures, the 1/4 scale Leonardo, the 1/4 scale Hulk, Amanda Ripley in her space suit and the 7" 1989 Batman. I have damn near every Predator figure and they're perfect, I have almost all of their Friday the 13th figures without any issues, their Michael Myers 2018 Halloween figure, their Animated Ninja Turtles figures, most of their Alien Trilogy figures and they're all damn near perfect without any problems in the joints. 🤷♂️
Bobby seeks perfection for his products. At least, he appreciates any comments so that he can provide improvements, if any. When was the last time we heard from any reps from NECA?
I haven't collected toys for many years, but I'm blown away by how the Neca toys look. I'm glad I started watching your channel and know not to waste my money. I don't have the patience, or a heat gun, to fix what was supposed to be a finished product. Thanks.
Lots of videos on UA-cam about how to treat yellowed vintage toys. Basically you want to disassemble it, clean them with warm water and dish detergent using an old toothbrush, then place them in a container full of peroxide and place it in direct sunlight. Check out some videos. Its easy, but some say that it could weaken the plastic.
I’ve had it happen on a few MOTU Origins figures as well. 15 seconds in a cup of hot water and bob’s your uncle. Does make me long for 5poa for the simplicity and imagination it engenders for kids. I bet Chad’s wife is named Karen lol
I have found that the left arm on the elbow joint on many of my MOTU Origins figures is seized also. I'm going to have to buy a hair dryer. I never had that problem with the Star Wars Black Series.
On the topic of 5 POA, I feel the same nostalgia. I never stopped liking those 90's Power of the Force 6 POA action figures for that reason. :) The 6th point of articulation was the waist, and that is always the first to go loose, by the by! lol!
As someone who is dipping (diving) back into the toy market, it is appreciated to see (by you and others) the methods to heat and prep modern figures. thanks
I never bought a neca figure based on your advice. I seen videos online saying you're not suppose to buy then. What's the point of buying a toy if there is not option to open the box.
This is my first time watching a video of yours, as somehow, youtube has never recommended your channel, and I am glad I did. I just subbed. You are so spot on with NECA. I loved their TMNT line, along with some horror, and just accepted what they were. I just redid some of my shelves before Christmas, and I realized, these are just not good figures. I was thinking that maybe it was just me being picky. This video made me realize that I am not the only one, and NECA are indeed pretty crappy figures. Not only that, their customer service is lousy as well. Anyway, I need to go back and watch some of your old videos and look forward to watching future videos.
Even though I do own a lot of NECA figures, I must say that I agree and that they are just some of the scummiest people ever. To just not bother with wanting to get better is a damn shame on their end.
also i'm curious about buying action force and the classified, because i want to know if both series are the same size and scale? because i wanted to own both series displaying both series and the modern evolution's of gi joe and action force.
Man I love that figure with the vest with the mask! That’s a cool looking figure! And no don’t let them talk crap and not give it back! Love retroblasting! And the reason is your honesty!
All Chaddingtons aside, the Swarm Trooper is the most excellent action figure I've ever held in my hands. Granted, I'm not a modern toy collector, and I have no basis for comparison, but I find myself stopping in my tracks to admire it every time I see it.
I got the Neca movie turtles and broke the same gesturing hands when swapping them out on all four figures,and that's even when they had been heated up. Also got the Scorpion mortal kombat figure from Mcfarlane last christmas, his head fell off as soon as he came out of the box, I have him posed in a Fatality finish now lol.
Are these Action Force figures available via Amazon or are they order directly from the manufacture ?? I am wondering, because i have checked Amazon and can not seem to find them listed. I am a fan of G.I.Joe and do have a decent collection of action figures. That somehow survived my childhood, and this series of figures has peaked my interest.
and its interesting you talkingv about repairing figures. My Dad used to fix mine. i remember having Major Blood from Action Force, and his rubber inside snapped, so he, quite literally went to pieces, and Dad fixed him with wire, and he became even cooler! Much more solid and strong!
From my experience with modern toys Michael is on point about the stiff joints. My spinmaster Batman figs had no stiff joints with 11 poa. Marvel Legends, Fortnite 4in, most of Mcfarlane toys has alot more articulation and I always got a few with joint problems.
I’m so sorry, Micheal that you get wrap up in another person/people lies. You are so thorough with any of your research with your videos. I will always value @retroblasting reviews on toys and toy companies. I am baffled how many “men” create these lies of what you say or do. I avoid Neca because I value quantity over anything else.
I bought the arcade 2 pac with Dutch and the gitl(can't remember her name) and the robot arm on Dutch broke in 2 spots immediately out of the box zero to. O glue could be seen, I was able to fix him with some super glue but geez, first and last neeca purchase, out of the 12 valaverse figures I own I've only had a gun handle break, and that's because I had the figure pose dynamically and he fell from the shelf with gun in hand resulting in break . Thanks for the video Michael
It sucks to work a joint, but weather is extreme in some regions and affects the intricacies of joint material and structure. NECA, however, just makes flimsy construction, rain or sunshine.
Hey I want to say thanks. I do have a few Necas. I do like them but didn't get them until after I saw your previous video. I've left them in their box because of it. (I bought them used. Didn't spend very much. )
Ya like lying to themselves! And ya if a product right out of the box, like necca breaks that is a problem! And I think action force being fully honest that the joints can be tight is refreshing! I always say the reason I go to retroblasting for honesty! So thanks once again, thank you for your honesty!
The paint apps are great but the plastic feels hard and brittle on the Valaverse. Heating it up helped but honestly not as poseable as the classifieds.
Mishandled a NECA Figure? I had them break themselves sitting on shelves. Half their Pacific Rim figs were broken in the sealed packaging. I mean I hate the jointing on McFarlane figures. It takes a tremendous amount of force to move the joints. But they are fairly rugged compared to NECA
I had to get a phantom. I own one of every figure of him, not even the neca logo could stop me. Hot watered him twice and with a hair dryer and half his joints are still locked in place.
Ya the video I actually remember! And you were saying that the joints are to Fragile not that you need to heat them up, it was more about how they break
Years ago I bought a Kratos from the first GoW game. I posed him, put him on a diorama I built or him and left him be. The neck, wrists and shoulders are virtually the ONLY joints that haven't broken under it's own weight!
“Adults keep demanding to be more and more present in toy product offerings rather than letting kids have toys.” Guilty as charged, and great observation.
I've been fortunate enough to not have any of my NECA stuff break, but the Action Force stuff I've got now definitely feels more sturdy/durable as far as the plastic goes. I was really surprised at the thickness of the pins in the hands/wrists. Those were the only parts I ever worried about breaking, and then realized they were tough to remove because of the double notches holding them in place and the pins themselves were thicker than just about any other figure with removable hands in my collection.
I was thinking about starting a Facebook toy page and was wondering if you wanted to be an assistant to the Vice President? It's a pretty prestigious position.
,the valverse stuff is cool I love seeing new stuff like this Marauder Eagle force boss fight etc. Making toys better than the big companies.. I know people half a Manson cult love for nostalgia / brand names. But My toy nostalgia was being a kid and discovering NEW things on the toy isle People associate 80s toys with cartoons But they forget the cartoons usually came a year or two after the toy.
A must for any figure collector is the collector tool box! 1) hair dryer 2) hot glue gun ( I attach a saber hilt to all my Star Wars figures and it hold great until you want to remove it. Comes off easy and clean) 3) razor blade
I don’t understand how I watch this channel and I see positive. Micheal , his wife and participants in Retroblasting are on the side of the Collector. This channel is not only a tool of knowledge, repair, and links to other similar channels. It is a place with no spin, trying to present a honest analysis of products, their flaws, their positives to complete strangers. It’s not like these people provide this content for their health. Micheal could very easily pull the plug and go back to a regular 9 to 5. What is his great reward for honesty? People sniping at him from a distance. People claiming he put some elaborate plan together to possess a sail barge. I remember that, A channel, I will not name literally presented lies and fiction, for fact. This Chad fellow, countless others. Micheal is a good guy, he is not a corporate shill on the take. Many if not most channels sacrifice their values pandering the manufacturers for free items and exclusive content for views. Retroblasting would never do this, that makes them genuine. That is valuable in a sea of propagandist liars butt kissing to gain favor and freebies from corporate entities. If you have something to say to Micheal and his Channel. Say it to his face. Don’t be a sissy cackling in a hen house far away. Be a man Chad, wherever you are. Along with any other fellow snipers that try to strike at Retroblasting from the shadows. Have some honor about yourself. Like Micheal and his channel.
Thank you for summarizing why Retroblasting is my favorite UA-cam channel of ALL-time! Hands down! No discussion! Like you said, there is NO corporate spin, or "positive" content creators that just want to hype up whatever is popular/hot in the mainstream, or themselves! e.g. During a livestream during the early part of this year, Michael even said about the Bionic Six video 'I could hear an announcement right NOW that Bionic Six is getting a reboot, or even a full on Hollywood movie......And I STILL wouldn't rush production on my video in the least! Do you have any idea how many views I could get if I rushed production just to match up to some trailer release date?? But I am not going to let Hollywood, or any of its corporate entities, make me feel somehow compelled to sacrifice the integrity of a project I am working on, just so that any of my videos will be more popular and get more clicks.' 👏👏👏👏
I like your videos. It seems that every corner of the world is corrupt or has people getting taken advantage of. Video games sell for way too high, 60 going on 70 dollars a game now. And toys going up in price as well by 3 to 5 dollars. This along with all the adult things being corrupt, working a 9-5 and not being paid your due. I appreciate you calling these toy companies out as I do angry joe show calling out video game companies. Appreciate your work my guy. (Edit) Also thanks for teaching me how to loosen up joints haha!
I like NECA figures, but I also know what I am getting into. The plastics they use on weapons, whilst nice for looks on sharp weapons, I know they may break easily. Any figures I own that have broke Limbs, chances are... it's a NECA figure. I mostly collect Horror/Movie Characters and a majority of them are good figures. Still, I am not going to be ignorant and think they're the most durable. I take extra care when handling and storing my NECA figures.
I'm getting my first actoin force figs now and I love them. I like them so much I convinced my parents to preorder the whole wave 3 for me for Christmas. Yeah I'mm 44 and I asked for action figures for Christmas. 😅😅 I hope they show up in timeto ship. 🙏🙏
I bought my first neca figure every. Gargoyle's Goliath. It's a nice figure and nothing is broken. but I have to say they appear more designed for one-time posing and display. the wings are brittle plastic. one fall from a high shelf and they are broken for sure. the rest of the figure seems ok but I'm still skeptical about purchasing more of the line.
I find this hilarious to be honest. I bought NECA TMNT cartoon figs when they first came out and there is a stark contrast with plastic quality compared to basically anything else I own. They felt like ceramics but not in a good way... I ended up selling mine off and haven't looked back. I also got some Action Force figs last week and yes I had some stiff joints but just like you it was nothing egregious and certainly fixable with minimal effort. The figs are very nicely put together, sculpted and painted. The issues I did have with them have nothing to do with construction or breakage fears. Regarding people saying not to respond, I look at it like this. For someone of your reputation and status you almost have to respond in some way to set records straight, because this was a questioning of your integrity so I get it...
Hasbro still will make running changes to their mainline Transformers if issues are discovered. Valaverse doing this as well right out of the gate is good on them. Shows they care about quality/durability. NECA I'm not sure if they do but the amount of breakages makes me think they don't.
I've had the same issue with NECA, they can't even replace figures due to their QC issues. My Toon Casey Jones had too short of pegs on both the left arm and leg. Haters and trolls are gonna come for you it's inevitable when you speak truth like you do.
Went through three sets of cartoon Rocksteady and Bebop. Bebop consistently broke at the same hip. I had done all the heating and easing in that I use with every line.
I think hot water bath is better than heating, it gets to every part of the joints. I saw bobby vala's video on heating the joints and I can see he really feels bad about it. I don't mind though I buy 3rd party Transformers designs as well as neca and I treat them like model kits. I'd rather pay less and treat them like adult art pieces than pay bandai or sideshow prices.
Michaels laugh before he's about to destroy the guys argument I knew this would be good. If you were a lawyer in front of the judge the case would of been thrown out. All of the reviews I have seen have been positive. To the point one had me browsing BBTS to look at what items (figures and packs) I'd like. What was the story with the guy exposed as a con man and ending up in Australia? I hope it didn't cost you a lot of money for flights, just sounded like at odd situation.
My biggest issue with NECA is that I seem to be the only person who hasn't ever had the issues that the figures objectively have. I have like 30ish NECA figures and I've never had any of the issues everyone has and I find that really fucking weird. I could see having 3 or 4 and none of them having issues, but 30+ and none of them is weird. I don't deny the issues people have, it's all to common of a thing to be a small niche of people who had QC issues, it is very much an objective problem the company needs to, but probably won't ever address and fix. That said I haven't bought a NECA figure in a few years and aside from maybe finishing out the rest of the Jason Voorhees figures I don't plan on buying anything from them anymore.
It's because all these guys talk shit and don't actually own the figures. They're fine. I've got dozens too and the only one that broke was my own fault. They're cry babies.
@@dukefett nah man I've seen to many varied examples for it to be that. I do think some licences might have a very strict quality assurance in the contract or something because some figures I don't think I've heard any problems from and their articulation is much better than the standard NECA fair. The God of War figures in particular don't feel like any other NECA figure in terms of plastic quality, articulation or paint apps.
@@grunt-sw8si lol and your isolated experience negate my facts? GOT IT! lol this community is a joke. I've seen several breakages on Action Force too, so waiting to hear about them getting shit on by this place if you don't use a hairdryer every time you want to swap something or have to use 3 tools to put a swappable vest on lol.
I've bought a few NECA figures in my collecting days but can't say I've had a problem with them as I'm a mint/unopened display type collector. That being said, their track record as reported by other collectors will make any future purchases from them a hard sell.
And yes, Neca figures come broken consistently out of the box. I no longer bother opening the packaging. In fact, I don’t even bother buying them at all anymore.
I hear and see this constantly, but I've personally never had a NECA figure break on me or come broken out-of-the-box.
*A volcano explodes somewhere in Europe*
Chad: "It's Michael's semantic conspiracy"
NECA: " Yeah, it's RetroBlasting's fault"
Yeah, semantics is always very uncomfortable, Semites seem a okay though;)
You didn't know???😂 It's like the REAL reason why we have things right now like supply-chain issues, shortages, etc...is ALL because.......Michael doesn't support Haslab projects! It's all his fault! Hahahahaha The conspiracy allegations are so utterly ludicrous. Michael is so TRANSPARENT, that if he really were part of a conspiracy, then he is doing a really terrible job at it! 😄
The NECA problem is threefold: 1) the figures break (a common problem, sometimes in the box, sometimes just trying to get them out) but that is not specific to NECA 2) In 20 yrs they made no effort to fix problems or address systemic problems - that is inexcusable and 3) their customer service is a nightmare and I think still only "exists" on Twitter- that is double-dog inexcusable
I would say they're the biggest company allowing these problems to persist.
@@retroblasting Hasbro had a pretty big problem with stealth armor iron man from this year. The metal to plastic ration made the figure brittle under certain temperatures and they broke in package. Or from taking them out of package. They did nothing to address this, but it was only 1 figure and not a systemic issue.
didn't someone say (you?) that NECA's whole company is not registered as a toy company technically, so the goods can't be sued due to breakage etc. But I will say that I wanted to love Action Force and Vala, but when you shit all over other companies and then your product comes in and things break etc. I think it's Karma. NECA is shit, but damn do they make some visually stunning figures made of crap plastic.
Another huge NECA problem is that somehow they keep getting the exclusive toy rights to countless huge franchises that collectors want toys from and the only option is NECA. They know that if anyone else offered the same characters they do they will loose most of if not all of their income so they don’t let that happen. It’s unfortunate but if you want a collection with your favorite characters you aren’t left with many other choices.
@@Matthew_595 Tell me about it I want Halloween figures but not from NECA.
I wager that before you wrote the title, that sentence of words had never been spoken in human history.
Import companies (S.H. Figuarts,Mafex,Etc..) use drop down hips which as you said on here,is pretty cool and allows better range of motion. Great points here Michael.
As do Classifids.
When someone's defense is "SEE! this other thing has the same problem!" it's not a defense, whether that be for figures or movies.
When the example they use is *actively trying to fix the problem immediately* vs the same after decades... it's a miraculous kick-in-their-own-crotch moment.
I've lost count on how many times I had to heat up a joint....lol...oh you're talking about figures...lol
I have bought one (1) NECA figure - a Michael Myers from Halloween 2. It is actually not bad, contruction-wise, but I will not give that company any more of my money, though they make many figures that would be great additions to my collection. Compare that to the new Mego, where I have bought scores of new figures over the past three+ years. Because they are affordable ($15), they are well made, and they are not statues in the form of action figures. The new Mego are TOYS, and I could hand any one of them to an eight year old and they would have fun with it. And because of the price-point, I would not be upset if they "ruined" said figure as part of the fun. I am happy to hear that Bobby at Valaverse is also thinking about these factors, because I am looking forward to some personal "playtime" with those figures very soon.
I own like 60-70 NECA figures and I've only had trouble with four figures, the 1/4 scale Leonardo, the 1/4 scale Hulk, Amanda Ripley in her space suit and the 7" 1989 Batman. I have damn near every Predator figure and they're perfect, I have almost all of their Friday the 13th figures without any issues, their Michael Myers 2018 Halloween figure, their Animated Ninja Turtles figures, most of their Alien Trilogy figures and they're all damn near perfect without any problems in the joints. 🤷♂️
Bobby seeks perfection for his products. At least, he appreciates any comments so that he can provide improvements, if any. When was the last time we heard from any reps from NECA?
I've just got my shipment of some series 2 figures, and I didn't notice any stiff or locked joints.
Well said Michael 👏 your videos are always great to watch
I haven't collected toys for many years, but I'm blown away by how the Neca toys look. I'm glad I started watching your channel and know not to waste my money. I don't have the patience, or a heat gun, to fix what was supposed to be a finished product. Thanks.
Have a question about my vintage Star Wars AT-AT.. Two of the lower legs have turned an ugly brown (light, heat?). Any way to fix that problem?
Lots of videos on UA-cam about how to treat yellowed vintage toys. Basically you want to disassemble it, clean them with warm water and dish detergent using an old toothbrush, then place them in a container full of peroxide and place it in direct sunlight. Check out some videos. Its easy, but some say that it could weaken the plastic.
I always learn a lot watching your videos. I appreciate that.
I’ve had it happen on a few MOTU Origins figures as well. 15 seconds in a cup of hot water and bob’s your uncle. Does make me long for 5poa for the simplicity and imagination it engenders for kids.
I bet Chad’s wife is named Karen lol
I have found that the left arm on the elbow joint on many of my MOTU Origins figures is seized also. I'm going to have to buy a hair dryer. I never had that problem with the Star Wars Black Series.
On the topic of 5 POA, I feel the same nostalgia. I never stopped liking those 90's Power of the Force 6 POA action figures for that reason. :)
The 6th point of articulation was the waist, and that is always the first to go loose, by the by! lol!
When you said Chad, I immediately thought of the SNL character and thought his tag line:"okay" lol
As someone who is dipping (diving) back into the toy market, it is appreciated to see (by you and others) the methods to heat and prep modern figures. thanks
I never bought a neca figure based on your advice. I seen videos online saying you're not suppose to buy then. What's the point of buying a toy if there is not option to open the box.
This is my first time watching a video of yours, as somehow, youtube has never recommended your channel, and I am glad I did. I just subbed. You are so spot on with NECA. I loved their TMNT line, along with some horror, and just accepted what they were. I just redid some of my shelves before Christmas, and I realized, these are just not good figures. I was thinking that maybe it was just me being picky. This video made me realize that I am not the only one, and NECA are indeed pretty crappy figures. Not only that, their customer service is lousy as well. Anyway, I need to go back and watch some of your old videos and look forward to watching future videos.
The BEST Personality in the business. 👍🏼
Even though I do own a lot of NECA figures, I must say that I agree and that they are just some of the scummiest people ever. To just not bother with wanting to get better is a damn shame on their end.
Whats the playset you have those Adventure People on behind you? And did those Adventure People come in a specific set?
Have messed with the MOTU Revelations figures? The hip joints are horrible. You can feel resistance and you can clearly see the plastic bending.
also i'm curious about buying action force and the classified, because i want to know if both series are the same size and scale? because i wanted to own both series displaying both series and the modern evolution's of gi joe and action force.
Thanks Michael. It is so clear. Keep up the good work. Stay safe. All the best. Seasons greetings.
I have a hip replacement in real life. Would a heat gun help?
We are no longer permitted to provide medical advice. Our lawyers had big mess to clean up last time.
@@retroblasting Haha, thanks for the chuckle.
Didn’t know that about the original Star Wars figure’s heads. That is why I love this channel. Dropping the knowledge!
@RetroBlasting What are those figures on the cardboard playset to the left of the MASK Boulder hill playset ?
Vintage Action Force
@@AnalogToys Thanks Tony and have a merry Christmas mate.
Man I love that figure with the vest with the mask! That’s a cool looking figure! And no don’t let them talk crap and not give it back! Love retroblasting! And the reason is your honesty!
Those Valaverse figures look amazing.
All Chaddingtons aside, the Swarm Trooper is the most excellent action figure I've ever held in my hands. Granted, I'm not a modern toy collector, and I have no basis for comparison, but I find myself stopping in my tracks to admire it every time I see it.
what year did neca toys start going bad ? , cause I've been looking into getting some earlier made toys
Looks like i will give Chads xmas toy guide a miss this year. I'm going with Vincent's Picks.
I got the Neca movie turtles and broke the same gesturing hands when swapping them out on all four figures,and that's even when they had been heated up. Also got the Scorpion mortal kombat figure from Mcfarlane last christmas, his head fell off as soon as he came out of the box, I have him posed in a Fatality finish now lol.
I've never purchased NECA because of the huge amount of complaints and how easily they break.
Those are some sweet display cabinets behind you. What brand are they?
The come from Dawson Jones Store Fixtures out of Georgia.
Are these Action Force figures available via Amazon or are they order directly from the manufacture ?? I am wondering, because i have checked Amazon and can not seem to find them listed. I am a fan of G.I.Joe and do have a decent collection of action figures. That somehow survived my childhood, and this series of figures has peaked my interest.
Try Big Bad Toy Store
Imagine how utterly lonely you must be if your whole identity hang on some IP, I love the stuff but it’s not the most important in my world.
I've heated up my Neca BTTF figures. 2 out of six of them still broke. Their plastic is crap.
😮😓 I used to love those figures, but I should figure that out.
Can I just ask an off the wall question? Are you wearing an Indiana Jones shirt and a Han Solo jacket?
and its interesting you talkingv about repairing figures. My Dad used to fix mine. i remember having Major Blood from Action Force, and his rubber inside snapped, so he, quite literally went to pieces, and Dad fixed him with wire, and he became even cooler! Much more solid and strong!
3:18 then i ended up in australia why is this line so funny
From my experience with modern toys Michael is on point about the stiff joints. My spinmaster Batman figs had no stiff joints with 11 poa. Marvel Legends, Fortnite 4in, most of Mcfarlane toys has alot more articulation and I always got a few with joint problems.
I’m so sorry, Micheal that you get wrap up in another person/people lies. You are so thorough with any of your research with your videos. I will always value @retroblasting reviews on toys and toy companies. I am baffled how many “men” create these lies of what you say or do. I avoid Neca because I value quantity over anything else.
NECA could make their toys out of porcelain and they'd be more durable.
I bought the arcade 2 pac with Dutch and the gitl(can't remember her name) and the robot arm on Dutch broke in 2 spots immediately out of the box zero to. O glue could be seen, I was able to fix him with some super glue but geez, first and last neeca purchase, out of the 12 valaverse figures I own I've only had a gun handle break, and that's because I had the figure pose dynamically and he fell from the shelf with gun in hand resulting in break . Thanks for the video Michael
Was Michael searching for the Jack Ruby? Find out next week on a facebook group. 🙄
It sucks to work a joint, but weather is extreme in some regions and affects the intricacies of joint material and structure.
NECA, however, just makes flimsy construction, rain or sunshine.
Well said! ....as always!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍
Hey I want to say thanks. I do have a few Necas. I do like them but didn't get them until after I saw your previous video. I've left them in their box because of it. (I bought them used. Didn't spend very much. )
Ya like lying to themselves! And ya if a product right out of the box, like necca breaks that is a problem! And I think action force being fully honest that the joints can be tight is refreshing! I always say the reason I go to retroblasting for honesty! So thanks once again, thank you for your honesty!
Just when you thought you was out they drag ya back in.
The paint apps are great but the plastic feels hard and brittle on the Valaverse. Heating it up helped but honestly not as poseable as the classifieds.
So what type of heat gun do you use? I have been using a regular hairdryer.
Mishandled a NECA Figure? I had them break themselves sitting on shelves. Half their Pacific Rim figs were broken in the sealed packaging. I mean I hate the jointing on McFarlane figures. It takes a tremendous amount of force to move the joints. But they are fairly rugged compared to NECA
Honestly, I would love to get a flash, phantom and Ming from the upgraded Defenders of the earth line, but they’re NECA so….
I had to get a phantom. I own one of every figure of him, not even the neca logo could stop me.
Hot watered him twice and with a hair dryer and half his joints are still locked in place.
They're great figures, just get them.
Joe fest 2022! I'm excited!
Man if I was to start collecting 6 inch Figures it would be action force! 100%! I think Bobby does his due diligence and makes a fantastic product!
Ya the video I actually remember! And you were saying that the joints are to Fragile not that you need to heat them up, it was more about how they break
Years ago I bought a Kratos from the first GoW game. I posed him, put him on a diorama I built or him and left him be.
The neck, wrists and shoulders are virtually the ONLY joints that haven't broken under it's own weight!
Oh man, Chad got both barrels. LMAO
Those figures do look great. Hope they are successful enough for Bobby to continue the line.
Awesome video ! How about If viewers send in pictures of their collections and making A video on that .
“Adults keep demanding to be more and more present in toy product offerings rather than letting kids have toys.” Guilty as charged, and great observation.
I've been fortunate enough to not have any of my NECA stuff break, but the Action Force stuff I've got now definitely feels more sturdy/durable as far as the plastic goes. I was really surprised at the thickness of the pins in the hands/wrists. Those were the only parts I ever worried about breaking, and then realized they were tough to remove because of the double notches holding them in place and the pins themselves were thicker than just about any other figure with removable hands in my collection.
I was thinking about starting a Facebook toy page and was wondering if you wanted to be an assistant to the Vice President? It's a pretty prestigious position.
,the valverse stuff is cool I love seeing new stuff like this Marauder Eagle force boss fight etc. Making toys better than the big companies..
I know people half a Manson cult love for nostalgia / brand names.
But My toy nostalgia was being a kid and discovering NEW things on the toy isle
People associate 80s toys with cartoons But they forget the cartoons usually came a year or two after the toy.
"somebody by the name of Chad" LMAO
Like Joseph Dickerson I would like some personal playtime with these toys but because they break my doctor has recommended against it.
Ironically, I used to do a similar test to my O-Ring Joes joints straight out of the package years ago...
Honestly action force is the most sturdy line anytime I open a fig I don't have that guy feeling it's gonna bust Bobby's definitely on to something
A must for any figure collector is the collector tool box!
1) hair dryer
2) hot glue gun ( I attach a saber hilt to all my Star Wars figures and it hold great until you want to remove it. Comes off easy and clean)
3) razor blade
Those Action Force toys look amazing. They're a little more cash than I can afford, but I can tell where the extra money is going.
I don’t understand how I watch this channel and I see positive. Micheal , his wife and participants in Retroblasting are on the side of the Collector. This channel is not only a tool of knowledge, repair, and links to other similar channels. It is a place with no spin, trying to present a honest analysis of products, their flaws, their positives to complete strangers. It’s not like these people provide this content for their health. Micheal could very easily pull the plug and go back to a regular 9 to 5. What is his great reward for honesty? People sniping at him from a distance. People claiming he put some elaborate plan together to possess a sail barge. I remember that, A channel, I will not name literally presented lies and fiction, for fact. This Chad fellow, countless others. Micheal is a good guy, he is not a corporate shill on the take. Many if not most channels sacrifice their values pandering the manufacturers for free items and exclusive content for views. Retroblasting would never do this, that makes them genuine. That is valuable in a sea of propagandist liars butt kissing to gain favor and freebies from corporate entities. If you have something to say to Micheal and his Channel. Say it to his face. Don’t be a sissy cackling in a hen house far away. Be a man Chad, wherever you are. Along with any other fellow snipers that try to strike at Retroblasting from the shadows. Have some honor about yourself. Like Micheal and his channel.
Thank you for summarizing why Retroblasting is my favorite UA-cam channel of ALL-time! Hands down! No discussion! Like you said, there is NO corporate spin, or "positive" content creators that just want to hype up whatever is popular/hot in the mainstream, or themselves! e.g. During a livestream during the early part of this year, Michael even said about the Bionic Six video 'I could hear an announcement right NOW that Bionic Six is getting a reboot, or even a full on Hollywood movie......And I STILL wouldn't rush production on my video in the least! Do you have any idea how many views I could get if I rushed production just to match up to some trailer release date?? But I am not going to let Hollywood, or any of its corporate entities, make me feel somehow compelled to sacrifice the integrity of a project I am working on, just so that any of my videos will be more popular and get more clicks.' 👏👏👏👏
I like your videos. It seems that every corner of the world is corrupt or has people getting taken advantage of. Video games sell for way too high, 60 going on 70 dollars a game now. And toys going up in price as well by 3 to 5 dollars. This along with all the adult things being corrupt, working a 9-5 and not being paid your due. I appreciate you calling these toy companies out as I do angry joe show calling out video game companies. Appreciate your work my guy.
(Edit) Also thanks for teaching me how to loosen up joints haha!
I only collect packaged figures but now I'm going to have to be more cautious if I buy anymore Neca figures.
I like NECA figures, but I also know what I am getting into. The plastics they use on weapons, whilst nice for looks on sharp weapons, I know they may break easily.
Any figures I own that have broke Limbs, chances are... it's a NECA figure. I mostly collect Horror/Movie Characters and a majority of them are good figures. Still, I am not going to be ignorant and think they're the most durable. I take extra care when handling and storing my NECA figures.
I'm getting my first actoin force figs now and I love them. I like them so much I convinced my parents to preorder the whole wave 3 for me for Christmas. Yeah I'mm 44 and I asked for action figures for Christmas. 😅😅 I hope they show up in timeto ship. 🙏🙏
I bought my first neca figure every. Gargoyle's Goliath. It's a nice figure and nothing is broken. but I have to say they appear more designed for one-time posing and display. the wings are brittle plastic. one fall from a high shelf and they are broken for sure. the rest of the figure seems ok but I'm still skeptical about purchasing more of the line.
Lol the new tuscan star wars vc fig wrist SNAPED OFF when i tryed to position it
the articulation sounds very much like SH Figuarts articulation (hip drop, pegless joints, hand options, etc). Well done!
I find this hilarious to be honest. I bought NECA TMNT cartoon figs when they first came out and there is a stark contrast with plastic quality compared to basically anything else I own. They felt like ceramics but not in a good way... I ended up selling mine off and haven't looked back. I also got some Action Force figs last week and yes I had some stiff joints but just like you it was nothing egregious and certainly fixable with minimal effort. The figs are very nicely put together, sculpted and painted. The issues I did have with them have nothing to do with construction or breakage fears. Regarding people saying not to respond, I look at it like this. For someone of your reputation and status you almost have to respond in some way to set records straight, because this was a questioning of your integrity so I get it...
Neca feels like dried rubber with 3D printed quality plastic as the joints and thick paint
no prob dude there's haters and they sometimes they build up clot as they keep spreading lies so I understand it man
Retroblasting, I’m sorry you can’t just do your videos without being attacked. Keep up the thoughtful, Evocative work!
Hasbro still will make running changes to their mainline Transformers if issues are discovered. Valaverse doing this as well right out of the gate is good on them. Shows they care about quality/durability. NECA I'm not sure if they do but the amount of breakages makes me think they don't.
I've had the same issue with NECA, they can't even replace figures due to their QC issues. My Toon Casey Jones had too short of pegs on both the left arm and leg. Haters and trolls are gonna come for you it's inevitable when you speak truth like you do.
Went through three sets of cartoon Rocksteady and Bebop. Bebop consistently broke at the same hip. I had done all the heating and easing in that I use with every line.
"So shines a good deed in a weary world"
NECA: put your figs in hot water to loosen them up (makes joints from clear plastic that cracks from the heat (FUNKO do this as well)
I love how savage you are to NECA. Cuz it's all factual and fully deserved.
Go after all the Chads, Michael!
There are many good Chads out there...as there are Karens. A name can be so exclusive lol
Chads wife’s boyfriend doesn’t like NECA either. Also, when are we going to get a new M.A.S.K line?
Bwahaha
That is really great packaging design there.
I think hot water bath is better than heating, it gets to every part of the joints. I saw bobby vala's video on heating the joints and I can see he really feels bad about it. I don't mind though I buy 3rd party Transformers designs as well as neca and I treat them like model kits. I'd rather pay less and treat them like adult art pieces than pay bandai or sideshow prices.
Michaels laugh before he's about to destroy the guys argument I knew this would be good. If you were a lawyer in front of the judge the case would of been thrown out.
All of the reviews I have seen have been positive. To the point one had me browsing BBTS to look at what items (figures and packs) I'd like.
What was the story with the guy exposed as a con man and ending up in Australia? I hope it didn't cost you a lot of money for flights, just sounded like at odd situation.
I think he’s referring to the Sail Barge nontroversy.
My biggest issue with NECA is that I seem to be the only person who hasn't ever had the issues that the figures objectively have. I have like 30ish NECA figures and I've never had any of the issues everyone has and I find that really fucking weird. I could see having 3 or 4 and none of them having issues, but 30+ and none of them is weird. I don't deny the issues people have, it's all to common of a thing to be a small niche of people who had QC issues, it is very much an objective problem the company needs to, but probably won't ever address and fix. That said I haven't bought a NECA figure in a few years and aside from maybe finishing out the rest of the Jason Voorhees figures I don't plan on buying anything from them anymore.
It's because all these guys talk shit and don't actually own the figures. They're fine. I've got dozens too and the only one that broke was my own fault. They're cry babies.
@@dukefett nah man I've seen to many varied examples for it to be that. I do think some licences might have a very strict quality assurance in the contract or something because some figures I don't think I've heard any problems from and their articulation is much better than the standard NECA fair. The God of War figures in particular don't feel like any other NECA figure in terms of plastic quality, articulation or paint apps.
I own several and have experienced these issues.
Your isolated experiences don't negate facts.
@@grunt-sw8si lol and your isolated experience negate my facts? GOT IT! lol this community is a joke. I've seen several breakages on Action Force too, so waiting to hear about them getting shit on by this place if you don't use a hairdryer every time you want to swap something or have to use 3 tools to put a swappable vest on lol.
You talked to Chad’s soul. Fatality
~FINISH HIM~
so far i had no breakages but they have the stiffest joints of all lines
I've bought a few NECA figures in my collecting days but can't say I've had a problem with them as I'm a mint/unopened display type collector. That being said, their track record as reported by other collectors will make any future purchases from them a hard sell.
I’m waiting on my Sgt. Slaughter from BBTS. Once I get it in hand I’m likely going to order the rest of Wave 1. These figures look amazing.