Not to be outdone by Mattel’sDC announcementsat NYCC, Canadian retailer EB Games has posted images of four upcoming McFarlane Toys DC Multiverse Absolute Universe figures. Included in the assortment are figures of Absolute Batman, Absolute Superman, Absolute Wonder Woman, and Absolute Deathstroke. As of press time McFarlane Toys has made no official announcement of these figures.
According to the EB Games listings, these newly-revealed figures retail for $34.99 each, and can be ordered in a bundle of all four for $99.99. The new figures are separate releases from the Absolute Batman Elite Edition figure which retails for $49.99 and went up for preorder this week. The Batman figure in this assortment features a gasmasked head and only a few accessories, while the Elite Edition includes the gasmasked head as well as a standard Batman head, plus plenty of interchangable hands and accessories.
The figures feature the new, instantly-iconic takes on the characters’ costumes. Absolute Batman features his giant spikes, Bat-Axe insignia, and articulated cape. Superman has a new high-collar, metallic suit. Wonder Woman has mystical tattoos and a giant sword. And finally, Deathstroke’s redesign introduces cybernetic limbs to a more classic-style suit.
The Absolute Universe is one of the biggest new developments in the comic book industry, with Absolute Batmanconsistently leading sales charts. Fans have eagerly awaited an Absolute figure line and, despite the lack of an official announcement yet, it looks like they’re finally being rewarded.
Whether they’re supposed to be or not, these new figures are currently available for preorder on the EB Games website individually or for the aforementioned bundle. Check out a few images below, and click the links to head to the EB Games site for a closer look at each figure.
