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Transformers: The Movie 40th anniversary re-release

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Latest: Transformers: The Movie 40th anniversary screenings hit US box office

The 40th-anniversary limited theatrical re-release of the 1986 animated film ‘The Transformers: The Movie’ has achieved significant commercial success. Following an initial US opening that earned between $4.15 million an

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Sumikko Gurashi character merchandise releases

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Latest: Kirby franchise announces new toy and merchandise releases

San-X announced the ‘Sumikko High School’ series, a new collection within the Sumikko Gurashi franchise featuring characters in school uniforms. The product line includes plushies, dress-up sets, and various school-theme

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Transformers collectible and model kit announcements

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Latest: Transformers Hot Rod collectible figures announced by Threezero and Takara Tomy

New Transformers collectibles and model kits have been announced by various manufacturers. Initial announcements included a Hot Wheels collaboration featuring a ‘Transformers x Hot Wheels Bone Shaker’ figure scheduled fo

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Square Enix Dragon Quest 2026 announcements

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Latest: Dragon Quest series surpasses 100 million units sold

In late May 2026, Square Enix used its 40th-anniversary livestream to announce a full development reset for the main-line RPG Dragon Quest 12, dropping the subtitle *The Flames of Fate* in favor of *Beyond Dreams*. Execu

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The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary merchandise

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Latest: Legend of Zelda merchandise expansions announced for Japan

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of ‘The Legend of Zelda’ franchise, several new merchandise lines have been announced for release in Japan in October 2026. Takara Tomy Arts will release an expanded ‘The Legend of Zeld

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Plarail brand expansions and collaborations

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Latest: Plarail expands with McDonald's collaboration and regional tourism sets

McDonald’s Japan launched a limited-time Happy Set promotion on September 11, 2026, featuring two toy collections: Plarail and Sumikko Gurashi. The Plarail collection includes nine different train models, such as the 923

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Licca-chan doll product releases

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Latest: Spa Resort Hawaiians to release limited edition Licca-chan dolls

Takara Tomy Group and various partners have announced new Licca-chan doll releases. Takara Tomy announced a ‘Puchi Licca-chan Care Bears™ Collection’ for release on October 24, 2026, marking the company’s first global li

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