Tag: Collectibles

If you’re fan of collecting things, this is the place for you. The Thumb Culture Collectibles section covers everything from figures to those shiny pieces of card you love so much.

Cable Guys Cuddle Team Leader Holdem Review
Hardware & Tech

Cable Guys Cuddle Team Leader Holdem Review

I am Cuddle Team Leader fan, and this extends outside the virtual world of Fortnite too. From Mecha Team Leader LEGO to Cuddle Team Leader Crocs. If it's inspired by Cuddle Team Leader, I want it. So, as you can imagine, when the Cable Guys Cuddle Team Leader Holdem landed on my desk I was very excited. A Different Kind Of Bear I have been the Thumb Culture go to for Cable Guy product reviews for a little while now. Meaning I've got hands on with a few new product releases. In a change of events the Cuddle Team Leader Holdem is not actually available yet. Instead it's currently up for pre-order, for £18 on the EXG Pro website. So let's take a look to see if it's worth the load time. Specs If you missed my other Cable Guys reviews, then you may not know the key specifications of ...
Superkraft Lab Unveils New Darkstalkers Morrigan Statue
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Superkraft Lab Unveils New Darkstalkers Morrigan Statue

SDCC always has the best reveals. That's a fact. And a very big reason I long to attend one day. This year is no different. What is different is this new statuette from Mighty Jaxx's luxury statue product brand Superkraft Lab. In a move away from their previous Transformers: Till All Are One and Batman: Birth of Justice pieces, the premium line has unveiled a legendary succubus from the iconic Darkstalkers game series. That's right, it's a Morrigan Statue. Before you fall in love be warned though, this is not your average collection piece, nor does it have the price tag of one! Beauty and Darkness When this news landed in my inbox I admit I stared at the pictures an unholy amount. I just could not get over the level of detailing in the images. It makes me wonder how awe-inspiring it must...
Sonic Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review
Hardware & Tech

Sonic Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review

In a change from our review of the Squid Game version, we have something a little faster. That's right we're back with the speedy hedgehog himself, Sonic. In plastic form. So let's take a look at the Sonic Mini Cable Guys Holdem shall we? Slide To The Left Just as with other products within the Holdem range the Sonic Mini Cable Guys Holdem stand at approximately 4" tall, meaning they can easily fit on a shelf or your desk. Whilst marketed as holders for earbuds, phones or other small gadgets, I still am very much of the viewpoint that these are more like collectible figures with the bonus of being able to hold things. Rather then that being their primary function. And for retailing around £18 on the EGX Pro website, they're not going to break the bank either. Looking at the packaging ...
Hauntii Joins Lost In Cult’s EDITIONS Line-Up
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Hauntii Joins Lost In Cult’s EDITIONS Line-Up

In May, Lost In Cult announced their entry into the physical video game publishing market. Their offering includes both high-availability, standard retail editions of games, alongside exquisite quality, trinket-packed, collectors EDITIONS. They've recently announced the 4th game in their line-up, Hauntii. Hauntii is a super stylish, 2-tone adventure that is summed up on its website by 4 words. Admittedly these are then expanded upon, but we appreciate the sentiment: Haunt - Possess objects and creatures to creatively solve puzzles and conquer combat Explore - Wander a meticulously crafted world where any path you take leads to new discoveries Collect - Stars complete constellations, which in turn uncover the story of Hauntii's past Relax - Enjoy a laid back pacing with occ...
LEGO Game Boy Set Revealed
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LEGO Game Boy Set Revealed

Back in January we broke the news that LEGO had teased a new console set. Now we're back with the full reveal of this LEGO Game Boy set! Playing with Brick Power Before we go into the details of this set, I need you to watch the reveal trailer that LEGO and Nintendo shared. It is rad as hell and full of nostalgia joy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LEGO (@lego) Nostalgic Nintendo Bricks Now I know what one of your first questions may be. And don't worry this is not an undersized set at all. In fact the LEGO Game Boy is built with a scale of near 1:1. Whilst there are no light, sound or display play functions, this doesn't matter at all. Because this brick-built replica comes with all the features ...
Magic: The Gathering Spoiler Season Never Ends
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Magic: The Gathering Spoiler Season Never Ends

Magic: The Gathering will start the official spoiler season for Edge of Eternities on July 8th, according to Mark Rosewater's Tumblr account, Blogatog. Barely three weeks apart from the release of the Standard legal Final Fantasy set. Oh, and just last week, they also announced another Secret Lair, this time casting Sonic the Hedgehog and friends. It almost feels like there is no time for fans, players, and collectors to just breathe and enjoy a new product before a new one is already announced, and another is close to launching. Back To Canon Lore Three weeks after its release, it is safe to say Final Fantasy was a tremendous success for Wizards of the Coast. Even among the most sceptical fans, such as myself, it is undeniable that this Universes Beyond crossover was a total hit. The em...
Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review
Hardware & Tech

Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review

Back in May we got our hands on two of the new Minecraft REST and Holdem from Exg Pro. Now we're back with two of the Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem products. Not just any Squid Game characters though, the iconic Young-Hee and of course a Circle Guard. A Player Is Not Allowed To Stop Playing. If you've ever looked at your tech and thought "Hmm, no, it needs more dystopian survival thriller vibes" then these could be the functional collectibles for you! Let's take a look at just what you get with each Holdem. Red Light I'm going to start this review with the packaging. Well, it is the first thing you get hands on with! As the Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem products are all officially licensed of course the box art looks amazing. It's on brand and easily recognisable which is g...
McDonald’s Squishmallow Avery Happy Meal Toy Review
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McDonald’s Squishmallow Avery Happy Meal Toy Review

Regular readers of Thumb Culture will know about the TC Mini Crew, our affectionate name for the kids of the editorial team here! Middle of the TC Crew has been asking to write a review for a while, and the release of new Happy Meal McDonald's Squishmallow toys seemed the perfect opportunity. And so without further ado, enjoy this review written and product photos by Middle of the TC Mini Crew. Bring On The Squishes McDonald's have got new Happy Meal Toys finally, and they are Squishmallows, which I love. There are fifteen to collect and all of them are 3 inches big. You can read more about them on this website. So why not pop down to your local McDonald's and order a happy meal to earn yourself one of these soft, cosy snuggle buddies!!! Open Up Once you open the cute happy meal bo...
Wizards of the Coast Bring Out The Ban Hammer
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Wizards of the Coast Bring Out The Ban Hammer

On June 30th, Wizards of the Coast (WotC) announced its updated ban list for all formats of Magic: The Gathering. Interestingly, only the Standard format was struck by the ban hammer. Seven times! Seven cards currently legal in Standard have been banned, effective immediately. While bans in Standard aren't unusual, seven at once is a rather rare occurrence. WotC is sending a clear message that what happened at Pro Tour Las Vegas can't happen again. Furthermore, no updates were made to Modern, Legacy, Pauper, Brawl, Vintage, or Pioneer. Further, giving the impression that Wizards is laser-focused on fixing and balancing Standard. What Went Wrong at Pro Tour Final Fantasy? Izzet Prowress took the Pro Tour by storm, pun intended. In the words of Magic: The Gathering Hall of Famer Reid Du...
Building My First Gunpla: HG 1/144 GN-002 Gundam Dynames
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Building My First Gunpla: HG 1/144 GN-002 Gundam Dynames

I've been a pretty casual fan of the Gundam franchise since childhood. Upon discovering Mobile Suit Gundam Wing one night on Toonami, it's been something I've enjoyed on and off for more than two decades. Recently, I've started watching Gundam 00 and decided it was finally time to get my first Gunpla! As someone who's been building and collecting various LEGO kits over the years (much to my wife's dismay), and finding constructing them gives my mental health a big old boost, it was time to give Gunpla a go. Short for Gundam Plastic models, these require a bit more care and attention than LEGO sets. Unfortunately, I'm pretty clumsy with fiddly things. Which likely meant I would probably end up getting frustrated and scrapping the kit halfway through. So, join me in my very first Gunpla k...