Category Archives: Walmart

"Amazing Spider-Man" Movie Series: Unmasked Spider-Man exclusive review

Posted on May 2, 2016 by yo go re

The Spider-Man figure I reviewed today was not the only 6" Spidey figure available from the first movie - a few months after that series came out, Walmart released a second "Movie Edition" Spider-Man. It was kind of a stealth … Continue reading →

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Schleich Tyrannosaurus Rex exclusive review

Posted on February 15, 2016 by yo go re

Since our review today is Masters of the Universe, we figured a little bit of Marvel wouldn't go wrong on the blog. Although the Tyrannosaurus Rex looked quite threatening, it could hardly use its front legs armed with just two … Continue reading →

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Rustin's Spoils of the Week #110

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Rustin Parr

There is virtually nothing more fun than walking into a toystore and finding something new and cool that you had no idea was coming out. The happened to me not once but TWICE this weekend with some Imaginext DC stuff … Continue reading →

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Rustin's Spoils of the Week #97

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Rustin Parr

Behold - a mighty return of Lego in: LEGOMAGEDDON IV. This jaunty trip around the bricks we take a look at a hearty stockpile of polybags and a few large sets from the past six months. Please, sit forward and … Continue reading →

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Why are MotU Classics showing up at Walmart?

Posted on January 1, 2013 by OAFE

This image was posted yesterday on Mattel's message board: And now, some more OAFEry:Rustin's Spoils of the Week #94 Vikor addendum Masters of the (Lego) Universe Mattel's SDCC exclusives revealed MOTU meets MUSCLE

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A tale of two Walmarts

Posted on February 3, 2012 by yo go re

It's time to share some more coveted inside information that all toy collectors should know! I know all too well that I'm a lucky bastard. My town is big enough that there are two Walmarts. If I'm willing to drive, … Continue reading →

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Rustin's Spoils of the Week #13

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Rustin Parr

Whew. Finally a slow week after a couple blitzkriegs on the ol' wallet. This one brings us some three quarters of the Toys R US Thor Minimates, the completion of PotC:OST 6 inch series 1, a touch of the Lego … Continue reading →

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Wal*Mart's pricing strategy backfires

Posted on October 16, 2010 by OAFE

According to an article in Time magazine, Wal*Mart's most recent round of price-cutting has been a failure: Earlier this year, the retailer tried to spark sluggish U.S. sales by lowering its prices - already bargains - even further. One analyst … Continue reading →

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Somebody's confused

Posted on November 16, 2007 by yo go re

So I was at Wal*Mart this afternoon, and saw something new: a boxed set of Spider-Man 3 Superhero Squad figurines. You know, just like all the other SS sets - that sort of half-circle display, with the figures in front … Continue reading →

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I've got a secret

Posted on November 11, 2007 by yo go re

Have you tried Wal*Mart's "Site to Store" shipping option? It's a handy little service where you can order something online and have it dropped off at your local Wal*Mart for no charge. Which, yeah, is cool and all, but who … Continue reading →

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