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Fanswag Weekly: Gears of War figures - Day 3 [update]

Update: Congrats to Deezul AwT for winning our third and final action figure giveaway and one final "thanks a bunch!" goes out to NECA for donating these amazing Gears figures.

Today being Friday, it's the last day of our special Gears of War action figure Fanswag giveaway (awww, tear) and we're going out with a bang. But before we get to today's giving, we want to congratulate TORO who won yesterday's giveaway, recommending that Mr. Fenix get rid of his iconic soul patch and go all Grizzly Adams by sporting a full on beard. We can't say we agree, but then again we can't say we totally disagree with you TORO.

Now, since it's our final NECA sponsored Gears of War action figure giveaway, today we're going all out once again giving out a complete set of four series one figures to one lucky fanboy. And wouldn't you know that all you have to do to win is follow the entry rules below and be lucky enough to get randomly selected. Get focused fanboys, be prepared and enter today's giveaway by:
  • Gears of War 2 is releasing later this Fall (uhh, duh?) and we're curious to know what GoW2 feature or selling point you're most looking forward to. Are you most excited about the improved online multiplayer, the new execution system or the promise of a deeper storyline? To enter today's giveaway, simply comment on this post telling us what you're most looking forward to this Fall when GoW2 hits retail shelves.
  • Only one comment per person will be accepted. Posters of multiple comments will be disqualified. We'll accept entries until 9:00PM Eastern time today, June 27th, 2008. You must be at least 18 years old to enter. This giveaway is open only to residents of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec).
  • Later today, we'll pick one winner via a random drawing
  • One winner will receive a complete set of four Gears of War series one figures worth $60.
  • Complete giveaway rules can be found here

Fanswag Weekly: Gears of War figures - Day 2 [update]

Update: You're too late, this giveaway is now closed. To enter the latest giveaway and to see who won this prize, simply make you way here.

Today is day two of our Gears of War action figure Fanswag giveaway and we're continuing our gracious giving. But first we have to congratulate BigDaddyBooth for winning yesterday's prize. And we 100% agree with him, Marcus Fenix is da man.

Now, onward to today's giveaway where we'll be awarding one lucky fanboy a set of two NECA created Gears of War action figures including "da man" Marcus Fenix and Augustus Cole. All you have to do is follow the rules below and enter by tonight at 9:00PM eastern. It's really that easy. Easier then cleaning your room and much easier then making a bowl of ramen noodles. Here's how you enter:
  • Marcus Fenix has been sporting his iconic soul patch facial hair for a few years now and we're curious to know what other kinds of facial hair Fenix would look good with. To enter today's giveaway, comment on this post telling us what new style of facial hair you think Fenix should sport.
  • Only one comment per person will be accepted. Posters of multiple comments will be disqualified. We'll accept entries until 9:00PM Eastern time today, June 26th, 2008. You must be at least 18 years old to enter. This giveaway is open only to residents of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec).
  • Later today, we'll pick one winner via a random drawing
  • One winner will receive a set of two Gears of War series one figures worth $30.
  • Complete giveaway rules can be found here

Fanswag Weekly: Gears of War figures - Day 1 [update]

Update: This giveaway is closed, but to see who won and to enter a new giveaway, simply make your way over here.

To celebrate this week's re-release of Gears of War (now with more content and a cheaper pricetag) we're giving away a truckload of officially licensed Gears of War action figures thanks to the generosity of the guys and gals over at NECA. So, that means each lucky fanboy chosen on Wed., Thur. and Fri. will receive an assortment of GoW series one action figures including Marcus Fenix, Augustus Cole, Locust Drone and Locust Sniper. That also means entry into this Fanswag Weekly will end each night at 9:00PM eastern. Just so you know.

Now, to kick off the Fanswag fun, today we're giving away a complete set of all four GoW figures valued at a cool $60 in total. To enter the giveaway, simple ...
  • We want to know who your favorite Gears of War character is. Is your fav the ever cool Fenix, loud and brash Cole or are you more of a Carmine kinda guy? To enter, simply comment on this post telling us who your favorite Gears character is.
  • Only one comment per person will be accepted. Posters of multiple comments will be disqualified. We'll accept entries until 9:00PM Eastern time today, June 25th, 2008. You must be at least 18 years old to enter. This giveaway is open only to residents of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec).
  • Later today, we'll pick one winner via a random drawing
  • One winner will receive a set of four Gears of War series one figures worth $60.
  • Complete giveaway rules can be found here

Bloody good NECA Gears of War series 2 figures

Adding to the already solid Gears of War action figure lineup, this week toy manufacturer NECA released official product shots of the seconds series of Gears of War figures that are set to hit retailers sometime this Fall. And no, you aren't experiencing a Gears induced case of deja vu. We've previously been treated to a few toy expo photos of the second series figures, but these are prettier and 100% official product shots. 'Nuff said. Browse through our Gears of War action figure gallery below to view all four new series two figures including Dominic Santiago, Damon Baird, Locust Theron Guard without helmet and Locust Theron Guard with helmet both sporting our favorite weapon of death, the torque bow. Sadly, there is no mention of the gruesome Locust headshot figure. It must be a limited edition.

(Psst, if you're in love with these figures, wait until you see what Fanswag surprise we have for you next week. It's truly epic.)

NECA announces Gears of War figure boxed set

Action figure creator NECA just announced that the first series of their Gears of War action figures are now available at retailers and also announced a new boxed set featuring exclusives.

The Gears of War Action Figure Box Set features all four series one figures including Marcus Fenix, Augustus Cole, Locust Drone and Locust Sniper, their standard weapons as well as an exclusive Hammer of Dawn accessory and an alternate helmeted Locust head. A helmeted Locust head that comes complete with removable respirator and goggles! NECA didn't supply pricing or availability details, but we're sure your GoW fanboyism will kick in and you'll be able to track down this big box of action figure fun.

By golly it's Carmine, alive and at Comic Con!

Even though we can't quite figure out how it's possible, we've been informed that Carmine will in fact be back in Gears of War 2 with or without his head attached. Knowing this, the action figure gurus over at NECA created an Anthony "Tony" Carmine action figure that's set to release exclusively at this year's Comic Con. This seven inch tall Carmine figure comes complete with Lancer and Gnasher in hand and will only be available at the convention between July 24th and the 27th. We wonder if his head is detachable? Pics below.

NECA launches Gears of War figure website

In preparation for the release of their Gears of War action figures, NECA just launched the official GoW series one website complete with photos, some making-of shots and a weapon breakdown as well. Simply point your browser in this general direction to view all all the Gears action figure goods and to begin the action figure envy process. Also, Figures.com has a quick and dirty writeup about NECA's upcoming GoW products, including what's headed our way with the second series and (pro-hint) there will be Carmine.

NECA unveils Ninja Gaiden II Ryu figure

Taking their Gears of War action figure experience to a new ninja level, NECA (with the help of Action Figure Insider) just released some sculpt in progress photos of an upcoming and previously unannounced Ninja Gaiden II Ryu figure. And even though the prototype figure is tan colored blahness, it's still teh hawtness! No word on a release date or pricing, but we'd expect our lovely Ryu figure to ninja-kick retailers in time for the game's June release.

[Thanks, Red Ranger V]

Gears of War action figures now fully packaged

The action figure manufacturing crew over at NECA recently posted a few final packaging photographs of their Gears of War action figures that are set for release sometime this month. You can view the glorious packaging photos of Marcus Fenix, Locust Drone, Locust Sniper and the controversial Augustus Cole in the gallery below. Yup, you have to agree, they are beautifully gory figures and the packaging is (dare we say) much better than that seen in the Halo 3 McFarlane figures. Much sleeker and figure specific.

GoW series two figures: Now with exploding heads!

Thanks to the little big event dubbed ToyFare 2008, AFI has blessed us with a photographic preview of NECA's Gears of War series two action figures. And before we go any further, the awesomely bloody-violent picture you see above is a second series GoW figure rightfully named "Locust Headshot". A figure that brings tears to our eyes and is a guaranteed X3F purchase. We've even made room for it by our Viva Pinata toys.

Moving along, NECA's second series will be comprised of the Locust Headshot figure you see above, Dominic Santiago, Damon Baird and another Locust variant. No release date has been set, but one could gather that since series one will be releasing in April, the second series should release either in the Summer or Fall. The wait will be rough on us though, we want our headshot figure NOW!

[Thanks, Joshua Johnson]

Final Gears of War figure revealed

Earlier this week the National Entertainment Collectibles Association (NECA) revealed the fourth and final figure in the Series 1 set of upcoming Gears of War action figures.

Joining previously announced models of Marcus Fenix, Augustus Cole and the Locust Drone, the Locust Sniper looks like the perfect addition for gamers to add to their collection when the figures release in April 2008. Actually, the models are so detailed that we would even recommend playing out your favorite Gears of War scenarios should you run into any issues with playing games. Gallery of all Series 1 figures after the jump.

[Thanks, Joshua]

Gears of War action figures now fully revealed

Action figure manufacturer NECA has been teasing us with artistic Gears of War product shots lately (they just released a preview of the Locust figure yesterday), but they're teasing has gone on long enough. Long enough, because we've come across teaser free full body shots of the new figures ... take that NECA!

The folks over at BigBadToyStore posted complete product shots of the new GoW figures including Mr. Fenix, Cole and a Locust, all of which are seven inches tall and retail for around $17 US. We also thought we should mention that BigBadToyStore has a listing for an unannounced Gears "Series 1 Sniper Variant" figure (no picture of course) and our edjamacated guess would be that it's another Locust variant. But, in the meantime, you can salivate over the complete GoW action figure product shot that we've lovingly placed in the gallery below. Yum!

Gears of War figures chainsaw to retail in Spring [update]

Update: We've placed two Marcus Fenix figure shots as well as a new Cole figure shot in the gallery below. Enjoy!

We now officially have a new set of toys to compliment (or rival) our Halo 3 McFarlane figures with manufacturing guru NECA confirming that Gears of War figures will be releasing to retail later this Spring.

NECA announced that three "highly detailed" Gears figures will be available at retailers later this Spring, including our man Marcus Fenix, Augustus Cole, and a Locust Drone. NECA did not confirm any dimensions or pricing information in their press release, but did say that the Gears figures will have "extensive articulation, and game-accurate accessories". Chainsaw much? They also found it fitting to tease us with a dramatic Marcus Fenix figure pic you see above and did not include any full product shots. Yes, the pic is artsy and gritty, but darned if we don't want to see 'em already. What little teases.


[Via Joystiq]

Gears of War action figures announced


NECA has announced a new partnership with Epic Games, in which it will produce a new line of Gears of War collectibles. Said collectibles are set to include action figures, busts, dioramas, and even "prop" replicas (full size Lancer anyone?). The toys collectibles are expected to be available in 2008, just in time for a possible sequel to the 360's breakout hit. An interesting tidbit in the press release is that NECA has acquired the license for Gears of War and "any potential sequels" to the game, adding fuel to such speculations. For those who are interested, NECA has produced many video game related collectibles, including toys based on Resident Evil, Hitman, Tomb Raider, and an upcoming line of Castlevania toys. No further information, such as which specific Gears of War toys will be made or how much they will cost, has been revealed.

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