Jun
02
2011
02
2011
I Want to Go to There
Specifically, I want to go to this Indianapolis Mall in 1986 and its incredibly fucking awesome Masters of the Universe toy display/event/thing. If I had seen it when I was 9, I would have lost my mind. I'm kind of ...
Jun
02
2011
02
2011
The Michael Bay Creative Process at Work
I'm not going to say this any better than Vince at FilmDrunk already did, but I do feel it's my duty to also present this behind-the-scenes video from Transformers 3: Turn Off the Moon regarding the film's vaguely heralded wingsuit ...
Jun
02
2011
02
2011
A New (Star Wars-Muppets Cross-Promotional Merchandise) Hope
Disney just unveiled their new line of Disney-exclusive Star Wars Muppets figures, due this November when The Muppets movie comes out. They'll be sold in two-packs for the upsettingly high price of $19, but supposedly, they're more articulated than the ...
May
31
2011
31
2011
Hellboy? Cute? Hell must have frozen over!
I don't think anyone could have thought up this crossover, but based on this picture, it's a match made in Hell!
Hellboy and Skeleanimals. Could anyone resist this powerhouse full of awesome and cute? I know I can't!
Unfortunately, this little fellow ...
May
27
2011
27
2011
Fan Fiction Friday: Xamot and Tomax in "Slave to the Crimson Guard"
After the 15-chapter epic "Breasts" last week, I hope you don't mind if I pick something a bit shorter -- partially for my sanity, and partially because it's just about to be a three-day weekend and I really, really want ...
May
26
2011
26
2011
You Will Believe a Toy Can Fly
Two words: Hot Toys. Two more words: Holy shit. 33 more words: I'm not even a big '78 Superman fan and this thing made my jaw drop. He's due out at the end of this year; for more equally ...
May
23
2011
23
2011
This Is Supposedly a New Transformers 3 Trailer
I say supposedly, because the only new shot in it that I can tell is at the very end, where a jetpacked Optimus Prime fights some kind of giant robot anus-worm. If there's new footage of shit breaking and exploding ...
May
20
2011
20
2011
Yet Another Transformers-Less Transformers Clip
This time, it's the charismatic Josh Duhamel giving a moving speech to his troops, exhorting them to battle. This seemingly flies in the face of the fact that 1) individual soldiers have never once damaged a Transformer in either of ...
May
19
2011
19
2011
Finish Your Other Figures Off With These Mortal Kombat Figures
If there’s one thing I can say about 2011, it’s that I enjoy the fact that Mortal Kombat is awesome again!To capitalize on that awesomness, Jazwares is releasing their newest line of figures. Series 1 will feature the 2 ninjas, Scorpion and ...
May
19
2011
19
2011
So, This Exists
A Green Lantern Oa playset for pre-schoolers. It's from Fisher-Price's ImagiNext line, which you might know as the series that also has that incredibly awesome Batcave playset. Two things: 1) this isn't quite as awesome as the Batcave and 2) ...
May
19
2011
19
2011
First Transformers 3 Clip Is, Of Course, Transformer-Free
Because no one comes to Transformers movie to see giant robots, but instead those subtle, poignant scenes of human interaction that Michael Bay does so well; here, the Beef and new girlfriend Rosie Huntington-Whiteley meet with evil Patrick Dempsey for ...
May
18
2011
18
2011
Uncharted: Among Toys
I've been running Topless Robot for over three years now, and I think yesterday was the first day I ever did an article about Diamond Select's Mini-Mates, about those cool pirates figures. However, the second article about Mini-Mates has come ...
May
18
2011
18
2011
5 Awesomest (and 5 Lamest) Transformers Crossovers Toys
Back in 2006, Hasbro Wookiee-spiked the Transformers punch, creating a line of toy vehicles that morphed into robotic recreations of characters from the Star Wars universe. Once Marvel was sprinkled in the mix, Spider-Man and company joined the party ...
May
17
2011
17
2011
Ahoy, Mini-Mateys
Looks like Diamond Select got into the good rum again, because they've just announced what I believe is the first original Mini-Mates toyline. It's based on real-life pirate Captain John Rackham -- a.k.a. "Calico Jack" -- and his probably not ...
May
16
2011
16
2011
Shout Factory Engages in a Little Munky Business
Shout Factory just released the specs for their 8-disc, online exclusive complete Beast Wars set (oddly, the video is only for the Vol. 1 set, though). I was pretty sure you guys would want to know.
Die-hard fans further rejoice! ...
May
12
2011
12
2011
Remember How Michael Bay Said the Racist Twins Weren’t Going to Be in Transformers 3?
He lied. This isn't a huge surprise, or at least it shouldn't be, since Michael Bay also swore Megatron wouldn't be in Revenge of the Fallen (and he was) and because Michael Bay is an enormous douchebag who enjoys lying ...
May
12
2011
12
2011
10 Uselessly Specific Members of G.I. Joe
Most crime fighting organizations have limited membership due to having a number in their name (Fantastic Four), a strict charter (the Avengers) or a genetic requirement (the X-Men), but not G.I. Joe. They let anyone with a snappy code name ...
May
10
2011
10
2011
The Tower of Omens Isn’t Doing It For Me
Bandai released a lot of pics of its new ThunderCats line; you can check them all out at ToyNewsI, but since the only thing we really haven't got a good look at is the Tower of Omens playset, I thought ...
May
09
2011
09
2011
The Prequels Have Never Been So Watchable!
Remember that kid -- or at least, that kid narrating -- who made that video that retold the original Star Wars trilogy in a mere two minutes entirely with Legos? Well, he (and whoever helped him) has given the ...
May
09
2011
09
2011
Groovy
NECA snagged the Evil Dead license. Many, many toy companies have had the Army of Darkness toy license, but this is the first time Evil Dead will get the toy treatment. They haven't announced any of the figures yet, but ...
May
06
2011
06
2011
GroupOn for Nerds, Take Two
Remember how excited I was to tell you about Thwipster, the GroupOn/Living Social deal a day site for nerds? Well, it's clearly an idea whose time has come.While Thwipster is offering graphic novels (I know they plan to expand their ...
May
05
2011
05
2011
Lunchbox de Los Dangerous!
Bif Bang Pow and Entertainment Earth just announced their SDCC-exclusive Venture Bros. toys -- specifically, a two-pack of their retro-styled figures of Dr. Jonas Venture Sr. and young Rusty for $45. Now, I know some of you don't care for ...
May
03
2011
03
2011
It’s Hammer Time — No, the Other Hammer Time
You may or may not recall the Transformers-themed Black Eyed Peas parody video from a few months ago (here's a helpful reminder: The girl dressed as Bumblebee had very large breasts). Anyways, she and the dude who I assume was ...
Apr
29
2011
29
2011
Here’s the Mattel SDCC Toy Exclusives You Won’t Be Able to Buy
Unless you run straight to the booth as soon as the doors open and wait in line for up to five hours. Anyways, G4 had did its regular little segment -- if you don't want to sit through it, Matty ...
Apr
29
2011
29
2011
Well, Transformers 3 Looks Pretty @#$%ing Dumb
I'm sure this is no great surprise to you, but it's actually a bit of a relief to me. See, a lot of you first came to Topless Robot when my Transformers 2 FAQ got passed around, and I know ...
Apr
29
2011
29
2011
10 Celebrity Action Figures We’ll Have to Make Do With
The year was 1998. Toy Biz's first line of Xena: Warrior Princess action figures had done well enough to merit a second wave, and when the lineup was announced and included the king of thieves Autolycus, fanboys the world over ...
Apr
29
2011
29
2011
Mattels SDCC Toy Exclusives You’ll Stab a Nerd in the Eye For
As you know, San Diego Comic Con is right around the corner, July 21st-24th. As another year of nerdy goodness comes our way so does a slew of new and exciting exclusive toys.It’s always been a staple for attendees to ...
Apr
26
2011
26
2011
Hand Trux Shovel-Hand $#!7 Picker-Upper
I'm not a backhoe you're a backhoe.
The Hand Trux is an $18 piece of molded plastic designed to scoop up dog shit. Plus they make it look like you're wearing Bumblebee's dick on your arm WHICH IS SO IN ...
Apr
22
2011
22
2011
Stuff You Want, Things You Need & Everything You Can’t Have! Doctor Who Edition! – By Guest Writer Eric Kwun of igeektrooper.com
Welcome bastards to a new installment of “Stuff You Want, Things You Need, & Everything You Can’t Have” by yours truly, Eric aka geektrooper. I’m back to inform you about some of the awesome goods out on the market for ...
Apr
21
2011
21
2011
BREAKING: Hot Toys Renews Contract with Satan to Create Insanely Amazing Toys
First figure up under the new deal -- this "Armor Unleashed" Iron Man Mk. II with all the bits of removable armor you see above. There's really nothing else to say, other than ToysREvil has several more pics if your ...
Apr
19
2011
19
2011
The 10 Greatest Star Wars Toys That Hasbro Hasn’t Remade
If you grew up with the original Star Wars trilogy you are well aware that for a time Kenner was king. Showing an amazing blend of faith and foresight, the company picked up the license for Star Wars before anyone ...
Apr
14
2011
14
2011
Who Wants These Doctor Who Action Figures?
Since Rob is flying off to England as I type, it seems right to have the final post of today be somewhat related to Brits. So before you could say "Tardis" I decided to put up this UK TV spot ...
Apr
13
2011
13
2011
Hokey Religions and Ancient Weapons Are No Match for a Good Lego Set at Your Side, Kid
Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars is already out, but I just learned about this promo-video for the game -- filmed entirely in some excellent stop-animation but with that Travelers Tales sense of goofiness. Anyways, you should definitely give ...
Apr
11
2011
11
2011
The Headmasters Will Master Heads on July 5th
Er... maybe that came out a little wrong. Shout Factory will release Transformers: Headmasters on DVD on July 5th. That's four DVDs of all 35 episodes. I've seen some people complain that it doesn't look like there'll be an English ...
Apr
07
2011
07
2011
10 Ridiculously Rare Action Figure Excusives from Around the World
The modern action figure industry may have been born in the United States, but it's an international hobby. But many of the most popular action figure lines are U.S.-based and often only available in the States, forcing overseas fans to ...
The Protomen - Rock Music and Mega Man Combined.
An Irrelevant Take on the Zombie Goodness of the Walking Dead
Halloween Fear Fest - Mega Shark VS Giant Octopus
Amnesia: The Dark Descent will induce heart problems.
Redline - 7 Years in the making and damn, it looks good.