That New Toy Smell- Archives

A shorter installment this week as toy news is slow leading into SDCC. In the meantime, Pixel Dan discusses his thoughts on Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen as well as discusses his awesome find at a local dollar store!

We finally wrap up our coverage of the 2009 Superman Festival in Metropolis, Illinois with the Celebrity Q&A! The line-up included Beverly Washburn (Superman and the Mole Men), Noel Neil (the original Lois Lane), Phil Harris (Martian Manhunter: Smallville) and Justin Hartley (Green Arrow: Smallville)!

Remember those crazy knock-off Bomberman toys that Pixel Dan found? Well, now he's stumbled across a real one! Check it out below!

Pixel Dan doesn't just love toys, he loves video games too. Especially if they are 8-bit! Check out Pixel Dan's Top 10 Favorite NES games!

Pixel Dan discusses news from Wizard World Philly, including the announcement that Marvel Legends may be back and how the Four Horsemen drove Masters of the Universe fans crazy!

Thanks once again to Mattel, Pixel Dan has an early review sample of the upcoming MOTUC Man-At-Arms action figure! Check out the official He-Man.org review below!

Thanks to Mattel, Pixel Dan has an early review sample of the upcoming He-Ro figure from the Masters of the Universe Classics line! Check out his review created for He-Man.org!

In the final part of episode 10, the guys finally give you a look at the Toyman Show in St. Louis, Missouri, including an interview with founder Chris McQuillen! If you're in the area, you should definitely check it out!

And just a heads up, the TNTS crew will be back at the Toyman Show on July 12th! If you want to meet Pixel Dan, Devall, and Scotty Cash, then definitely head on out!

Our coverage of the Superman Festival in Metropolis, Illinois continues! One of the most amazing sites to see in Metropolis is the Superman Museum! This has the most fantastic collection of Superman memorabilia we have ever seen! Devall has a look at this awe-inspiring attraction!

Our coverage of the 2009 Superman Festival continues, as Pixel Dan gives us an overview of the city of Metropolis, and their annual Superman event!

It's Wednesday, so we're taking a break from the Metropolis coverage to bring you the latest 'It Figures!' Pixel Dan is here with Scotty Cash to talk about He-Ro and why Masters of the Universe fans are getting all kinds of crazy again!

Our coverage of the 2009 Superman Festival in Metropolis, Illinois continues with Scotty Cash Interviews! Check out the many costumed attendees from the event! We saw Superman, and Superman, and...well, a lot of not-Superman!

We kick off our coverage of the Superman Festival in Metropolis, IL with an interview with Beverly Washburn! Beverly has had parts in many films and TV shows such as Superman and the Mole Men, Old Yeller, Star Trek, and more! She's also one of the nicest people we have ever met!

The crew from Talkin' Toys Productions just got back from the Superman Festival in Metropolis, Illinois! We have a week full of coverage! Check out the video to get a glimpse of what to expect!

TNTS returns with the second part of episode 10. In this part, Devall takes a look at a favorite toyline of his from Mattel: Bravestarr!

Pixel Dan is back, and is joined by Devall and DiRT. Listen in to find out why you should be hating Hasbro and Marvel Comics right now!

After you listen, head over to our Forums and discuss the episode!

6/9/2009: Hot Toys Iron Man Review!

Devall has a review of the awesome 1:6 scale Iron Man figure from Hot Toys! Check it out!

Want to add this awesome figure to your collection? We currently have this item IN STOCK at KillenEnterprises.com - the official store of TNTS!

6/6/2009: Let's croak us some toads!

Episode 10 of That New Toy Smell kicks off with Pixel Dan taking a look at the awesome Bucky O'Hare action figure line from Hasbro toys!

Have you signed up for our Forums yet? Well why not! Sign up, and discuss the episode! NOW!

6/4/2009: Hordak's Bikini?

There has been a LOT of debate circling around the upcoming MOTUC Hordak's figures armor. Is it too short? Is it fine how it is? Pixel Dan has a brief detailed look at the armor of Hordak!

6/3/2009: Introducing our new Podcast: It Figures!

That's right, we have a podcast! In the first installment, Pixel Dan discusses his feelings towards the recent announcement of the Masters of the Universe Classics bonus accessories!

After you listen, head over to our Forums and discuss the episode!

In the newest episode of 'From Pixels to Plastic,' Pixel Dan takes a look at the fantastically awesome Super Mario Bros. toy line from PopCo! Okie dokie!

Pixel Dan has a review of the ZoloWorld.com Masters of the Universe Classics Clamshell Cases! If you are a MOC collector of the Classics, then this is a must-have for you! Scope out the video below!

While on a trip to St. Louis, Pixel Dan ran across something pretty awesome in the local dollar store! Check out these wacky Bomberman knock-off toys!

In our final installment for Trek-Month, DiRT takes over once again (he's says he's not a Trekker, but I don't believe him) and shows us some of his Star Trek Minimates from Art Asylum and Diamond Select Toys!

Our friends at www.ZoloWorld.com sent us samples of their new Masters of the Universe Vintage Loose Clamshell protective cases to check out! Pixel Dan has your review of these awesome new items!

These cases go on sale in June, only at www.ZoloWorld.com! Don't miss out! Be sure to tell them Pixel Dan sent ya!

P2P is back with Episode 21, where Pixel Dan takes a look at the Primal Rage action figures by Playmates Toys!

With the new Star Trek movie burning up movie screen around the world, DiRT has decided to give us a look at Playmates latest line of 3.75" figures based off of the film!

Have you seen this yet? To commemorate the release of the new Star Trek film, Kellogg's has released Star Trek Cereal! Pixel Dan has your in depth review!

There's a new Star Trek movie in theaters this month (*geekgasm!*), and TNTS has gone Trekkie! Check out episode 9-1, where Pixel Dan makes his return to discuss the Star Trek: The Next Generation action figures by Playmates Toys!

TNTS Episode 9-1 is running a little behind. It should be ready to go by this evening. In the meantime, check out the first episode of DiRT's awesome new series: From Pixels to Paper!

Often times you may have noticed the awesome looking location where many of our episodes are filmed. In fact, many of you have asked us about it. So, Devall put together this little video to give you all a tour of the totally rad collectibles shop you will often find us in: Killen Enterprises!

In case you haven't seen it yet on www.He-Man.org, be sure to check out Pixel Dan's advanced review of the Masters of the Universe Classics ZODAC figure! Zodac will be available to order on May 15th from www.MattyCollector.com!

In the final part of Episode 8, Devall gives us a look at The DC Stars line of Character Figures from Tonner Dolls!

In this week's episode, DiRT and Scotty Cash give us all a special look at the classic toy line, Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future!

DiRT and Scotty Cash are hosting this month as Pixel Dan is getting Married and Devall is MIA. For part 1, DiRT takes a look at his Infinite Heroes collection from Mattel! And don't forget that you can win your own Infinite Heroes Hush figure from VGLosers.com

Thanks to Mattel, Pixel Dan got an early sample of Mer-Man from the MOTUC toy line! Check out the review!

In the final installment of episode 7, Scotty Cash brings us an all-new Plastic Treasures segment about one of his all-time favorite toy lines: The Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers!

Happy Friday the 13th! DiRT is here to take a look at some of the Friday the 13th toys in his collection! So sit back, relax, and try not to get too scared!

The 20th episode of From Pixels to Plastic is the biggest episode yet, and it's all about the most requested topic: Sonic the Hedgehog! Check it out, and watch for some great cameo appearances from the guys at RetrowareTV.com and a few surprises!

And be sure to check out www.RetrowareTV.com for more of the very best retro video gaming content on the web!

The 7th episode of TNTS kicks off with an all new Collector's Collections episode taking a look at an amazing M.A.S.K. collection!

Episode 3 is on, but one of the hosts is no where to be found! Will we get a review of Taken? Will we see the new Transformers 2 trailer? Watch the video and find out, fool!

Continuing the trend, Pixel Dan offers up a review of the NECA Assassin's Creed Altair action figure!

If you have seen episode 19 of From Pixels to Plastic, then you know that Pixel Dan has covered NECA's wonderful Player Select line. In order to give a little bit more of an in-depth look at some of the individual figures from the line, Pixel Dan has started doing some stand alone reviews, starting with Marcus Fenix from Gears of War!

Here it is as promised! Episode 6-3 features an all new "It Came From A Movie License" taking a look at the action figures from the Indiana Jones films!

A very special thanks to the Ka-Razy Kings of Toys for proving TNTS with the Indiana Jones figures seen in this episode! Be sure to visit them online for all of your toy needs!

Hey gang, don't fret! Episode 6-3 of That New Toy Smell WILL BE POSTED TODAY as planned! Devall is finishing it up as I type this, and as soon as it's done, it'll be right here ready to enjoy! So keep checking back!

In the meantime, why not sign up for our forums and talk toys, video game, or even movies with the great VGLosers Community?

UPDATE: Sorry gang...apparently I lied. Devall is still working on the episode. Keep checking back! As soon as it's finished, it'll be posted for your viewing pleasure!

Pixel Dan is VERY excited about the new Playmates line of 25th Anniversary TMNT figures!

It's Valentine's Day, and here at TNTS we're showing the love to our fellow collector's! In 6-2, we feature the amazing Batman collection of our good friend Lance "Ito" Cortez from RetrowareTV.com!

Pixel Dan updates with his latest episode of From Pixels to Plastic! This episode covers all of the wonderful video game figures made by NECA!

Our good friend Lance "Ito" Cortez from www.RetrowareTV.com was lucky enough to attend the New York Comic Con this weekend! Check out his video from the Mattel panel! There are so many great new Masters of the Universe Classics figures coming!

In Episode 6-1, our buddy DiRT takes a look at a couple of 25th Anniversary GI Joe figures!

In the final installment of Episode 5, we take a look at how several MOTU collectors display their wonderful collections!

Just a quick update to go along with He-Man month! If you haven't already seen them posted on He-Man.org or VGLosers.com, then here's your chance to check out Pixel Dan's "The Many Versions of..." series', where he takes a look at all of the toys produced for both He-Man and Skeletor! Just click the buttons below to watch each 3-part series!

He-Man month continues! In 5-3, the guys count down their top ten favorite, most unique MOTU characters in plastic form!

Continuing along with He-Man month, in episode 5-2, Pixel Dan and Scotty Cash sit down to play the Masters of the Universe 3-D Action Game!

Happy 2009 everyone! Episode 5 is here, and it's completely dedicated to the greatness that is Masters of the Universe! This month, instead of the normal 3, we are giving you 4 parts all about the most powerful man in the universe! On top of that, He-Man.org, the greatest MOTU fan site on the web, has agreed to post every episode on the front page!

We're going to kick things off this week with a look at our Top Ten favorite Vehicles and Playsets from the many wonderful MOTU toy lines!

Jon and Jarin are back! In their latest episode, they take a look at the BEST and WORST movies of 2008!

Pixel Dan, Devall, and DiRT join to talk about their favorite Christmas memories (and DiRT finally admits that he's had some good ones!). Did Pixel Dan ever peek at his presents early? Did Devall ever take a toy before Christmas? Did DiRT ever get anything other than a lump of coal?

And from all of us at That New Toy Smell to all of you great viewers, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Devall is having MASSIVE problems with his computer. We're not sure if it's a codec problem or a bigger issue with his editing software, but it's pretty much refusing to recognize ANY video file. Please stay tuned. We'll get that video rendered one way or another today, even if it kills us!

Friends of TNTS, Jarin and Jon have decided to try their hand at a Movie Review show! In the opening episode, they take a look at the theatrical release of Quantum of Solace, as well as the DVD release of Tropic Thunder!

In part 1 of the TNTS Christmas Special, Pixel Dan and Devall team up to take a look at some awesome Christmas/Action Figure crossovers, including Mickey's Christmas Carol and Star Wars!

Pixel Dan brings us a new video in his MOTU video review series. This time, he takes a look at the many version of ol' bonehead himself...Skeletor!

There's no new episode of That New Toy Smell this week, but for all of you who came looking for something new, here's a look at what would happen if Pixel Dan were in a SAW movie!

Normally we like to keep it PG around here, but you can't have a SAW movie without a bit of R-rated language. But, it's all in good fun, and you're sure to have a few laughs! Enjoy!

11/15/2008: We are waiting for Blip.tv to encode the video and it's taking f..o..r..e..v..e..r..! Thanks for waiting with us!

In the mean time, how are you? How are the kids? The job going OK? Good. I'm glad that we've had this time to talk...

In the final part of Episode 3, DiRT takes a look at the TRON 2.0 figures. How do they compare to the originals? Find out in this episode's Retro Return!

In episode 3-2, DiRT and Scotty Cash are back with another installment of The Grand Opening. This time, the are ripping open a set of WWE Micro Aggression figures from Jakks Pacific. What are their thoughts on this line?

Note from the producers: We had a ton of technical problems this time around. From losing an entire segment and having to reshoot using a different toy line to having issues with our mics. We apologize if the quality seems down this time around, and hope you will still enjoy what we have to offer this week! We promise to try and keep things running as smooth as possible for you all! Thanks for your understanding.

Episode 3 of TNTS kicks off with Viewer E-mail, followed by a Plastic Treasures segment on one of Pixel Dan's favorite obscure toy lines: Mattel's Computer Warriors!

In the final part of Episode 2, Devall meets up with Scotty Cash to take a look at his large collection of Hulk Hogan action figures in a segment called Collector's Collections!

In part 2 of the second episode, Pixel Dan brings us an all new Plastic Treasures where he shows off his top ten favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures!

In the first part of Episode 2, DiRT takes the helm as he shows off his favorite toy line in a new segment called The Retro Return!

It's our week off, so sit back and enjoy these awesome outtakes from the filming of episode 1! Don't forget to check back next Saturday as we kick off Episode 2 with a great segment taking a look at the M.U.S.C.L.E. toy line!

We aren't sure what we'll do with them, maybe a Vlog or a podcast or something, but you can now leave us a VoiceMail! Just call 1-217-953-4025 (sorry, not an 800 number) to leave us a message! Now, before you get any bright ideas, this is not Pixel Dan's home phone or DiRT's private line for the ladies - this is actually a Skype account with a VoiceMail box so don't get your hopes up that Devall will be waiting on the other end. Or maybe you should. It's not like he doesn't have anything else to do these days. Right?

This week, DiRT and Scotty Cash bring you a new segment called "The Grand Opening," where they will be offering first impressions on Mattel's DC Infinite Heroes toy line... as they're opening the figures!

First and foremost, thank you all so much for your continued support! Episode 1-1 of TNTS went over great! After just 24 hours of being live, the episode was featured on the front page of websites such as Figures.com and RetrowareTV.com! A big THANK YOU goes out to those two great sites for their support!

Sites such as Figures.com have agreed to continue to support us by posting each episode as it airs, which is fantastic news! But don't think that doesn't mean we still don't want you to keep coming here! We're working hard to get this site up and going, as we want it to be something really special for our viewers! Soon, we will have a full Photo Archive online of all of the toys we feature on the show! We're also working on opening up a store front where you can purchase some of the cool toys you'll see us showcasing!

Episode 1-3 is set to air this Saturday, which will wrap up the first episode! In this segment, DiRT and Scotty Cash will get their first go-around with their segment called The Grand Opening! We're very excited about this one, and hope that you all will enjoy it!

Please, if you have any recommendations, questions, concerns, or compliments, we want to hear them! You can send us an e-mail at TNTSAdmin@gmail.com, or you can click on the button to the left and sign up for the VGLosers.com forums! We want to hear what you have to say, so speak up!

Thanks again for all of your support! We're working hard to make this a fun and entertaining show for you all!

The second part of Episode 1 is here! This time around, Devall brings you a look at Kenner's ALIENS action figures in a segment called "It Came From A Movie License"

Thanks again for all of your support! We're working hard to make this a fun and entertaining show for you all!

The second part of Episode 1 is here! This time around, Devall brings you a look at Kenner's ALIENS action figures in a segment called "It Came From A Movie License"

Episode 1-1 of TNTS is finally here! Join Devall and Pixel Dan as they introduce the series to you, as well as provide an awesome Plastic Treasures Segment on Mattel's Food Fighters toy line!

Well gang, it's finally here.

For myself, Pixel Dan, Scotty Cash and the dastardly man known as DiRT we welcome you to our idea of fun and information. That New Toy Smell.

The show has been a long time coming, seeing how Pixel Dan and myself started planning this show out back in January. But now, just a little over 8 months later and we are here and ready to deliver to you, the toy fans of the world, a fun and fresh weekly series giving you our takes on everything new and old in the toy world. In the coming months we will be covering a TON of stuff, from Kenner Aliens to M.U.S.C.L.E. to Sectaurs and beyond!

Add to that a very distinct sense of humor, and you have yourself one fine and dandy toy program lads and lassies!

We hope that you enjoy our 'Pilot', if you will and please understand that we are still finding our way in this new venture. But please, If there is something you don't like, or something you love we want to hear from YOU!

You can contact us at TNTSAdmin@gmail.com and let us know...but do us a favor...WAIT until the first episode, okay? I really don't want to see DiRT cry again...it's just not right for a big man in a luchador mask to cry like that...

Your Pal,
Devall