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Joining with the Malaysian Government, Hasbro is set to open the world’s first Hasbro Themed Waterpark.

The park will feature rides and activities based on several popular Hasbro brands such as Nerf, My Little Pony, Mr. Potatohead, Elefun & Friends, Play-Doh, Battleship, Monopoly, Mousetrap and G.I. Joe.

Very much like how we saw during Hasbro’s Toy Fair Investor Presentation, the old G.I. Joe ARAH logo is back; instead of the live action movie logo.

Linking all the recent news together, it seems as though the G.I. Joe brand is making a comeback. Though we have not seen any toys, it is important to see licensed products coming through. It is a sign that the brand is still alive on Hasbro’s mind.

Coming back to our news: the 20 acre theme park won’t open until 2022. You can check out several images from the press conference, after the jump.

We thank the official twitter page of Malaysian Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, for the info and images.

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Hasbro is setting up a booth at the Las Vegas Licensing Expo 2019 with content from our beloved G.I. Joe franchise. The brand was last seen featured on the same expo during its 2016 edition; along with the rest of the Hasbro Cinematic Universe brands.

While specific details were not given, we expect the content to be related to the upcoming G.I. Joe: Snake Eyes movie. Despite the fact that the movie’s principal photography is delayed by several months, it is a common practice for Hasbro to pitch story ideas and character art to potential license holders, approximately a year before the original release date. This was true for the delay of Transformers: Bumblebee as well.

However, it is best to keep expectations to a bare minimum. At best, we might see several concept art which usually go into licensed merchandise. Or it can very well be just a teaser poster. Only time can tell.

If you are visiting the expo, be sure to check out booth A159 on Bayside Exhibit Hall/Licensing U Theater – Level 1 for the G.I. Joe content.

Las Vegas Licensing Expo 2019 will take place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center from June 4th to June 6th.

You can read the official press Info, after the jump and take a look at the 2016 content via our News Post.

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New Jersey Collectors Con Spring Show Update April 6th and 7th This Weekend!

When and Where Is The Next New Jersey Collectors Con?
Holiday Inn Cherry Hill – New Jersey
2175 West Marlton Pike (Rt. 70), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Saturday and Sunday April 6th and 7th 8-am – 10am Early Bird 2-Day Pass Extra Tickets for door prizes $20.00
General Admission 10am – 5:00pm $10.00
2-Day Pass $20.00 – Extra Tickets for door prizes
Early Bird Admission on both days!

The door prize announcements will start at 9AM and conclude at 4:00PM with our last door prize announcement for Saturday.

– 9AM Early Bird Coffee Mug Cobra Kai.
– 9AM Toyfinity NJCC Exclusive Large Orange Mordle
– 9AM Boss Fight Studio NJCC Blasted Land Orc
– 9AM Marvel Legends Ultimate Deadpool Corps (with Scooter)
– 10AM Transformers Generations War for Cybertron: Siege Voyager Class Optimus Prime & Megatron
– 11AM Transformers Generations War for Cybertron: Siege Leader Class Ultra Magnus
– 12PM MTF Private Contractor with “Fenrir” Red Eyed Demon Dog K9
– 1PM Transformers Generations War for Cybertron: Siege Deluxe Class Sideswipe & Hound
– 2PM Star Wars The Black Series 6″ Archive Boba Fett with Black Series Princess Leia in Hoth Gear
– 3PM MTF Private Contractor with “Fenrir” Red Eyed Demon Dog K9
– 4Pm MEGA DOOR PRIZE #1 LEGO Ideas 21311 Voltron

The door prize announcements will start at 9AM and conclude at 3:30PM with our last door prize announcement for Sunday.
– 9AM Early Bird Coffee Mug Deadpool
– 9AM Marvel Legends Ultimate Deadpool Corps (with Scooter)
– 9AM Toyfinity NJCC Exclusive Large Orange Mordle
– 9AM Transformers Generations War for Cybertron: Siege Leader Class Ultra Magnus
– 10AM MTF Private Contractor with “Fenrir” Red Eyed Demon Dog K9
– 11AM Transformers Generations War for Cybertron Voyager Soundwave & Starscream
– 12PM Star Wars The Black Series 6″ Archive Boba Fett with Black Series Princess Leia in Hoth Gear
– 12PM All 4 TMNT Game Stop Exclusive figures – Realm of Collectors
– 1PM Marvel Studios: The First Ten Years Thor: The Dark World Thor and Sif
– 2PM Transformers Generations War for Cybertron: Siege Deluxe Class Cog Weaponizer Figure
– 3PM Marvel Studios: The First Ten Years The Avengers Iron Man Mark VII Figure
– 3:30PM MEGA DOOR PRIZE #2 LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 76105 The Hulkbuster: Ultron Edition

The Spring NJCC 2019 features a huge dealer room for Transformers, Marvel, G.I. Joe, DC and 80’s to current pop culture merchandise! NJCC is an action figure toy collector focused event. Boss Fight Studio will be set up showing off the latest and greatest from VITRUVIAN H.A.C.K.S. including Zombies, Bucky O’Hare and for the first time at retail – VITRUVIAN H.A.C.K.S. Products! NECA, Marauder Gun Runners, Mark Bellomo (The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe 1982-1994) and Toyfinity also return along with a new Exclusive Large Orange Mordle! NJCC will also have a get together at Red, Hot and Blue – Saturday Night starting at 8PM to celebrate the industry and have some Nerd speak (must be 21 to enter)

NJCC will also have their very own Boss Fight Studio Series 2 Fantasy Blasted Land Orc! He comes with a slew of accessories including a mace, sword, shield, 4 helmets, alternate head and extra hands. He also comes with spiked shoulder guards and armor for the body. Available at the Boss Fight Studio Booth.

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Toronto area fans!
Meet Mary McDonald-Lewis the voice of Lady Jaye in G.I. Joe for her first ever Canadian appearance.

Mary McDonald-Lewis will be available for autographs and photos all day Sunday, January 27th at Ontario Collectors Con 2019 taking place at the Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale.

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In a very unexpected announcement, Hascon Website has updated information about the upcoming Hascon 2019. The convention has been postponed.

After the first Hascon convention in 2017, the next convention was not in 2018 as you might expect, instead the next Hascon was announced to be on Sept. 6 – 8, 2019, in Providence, R.I. at the Rhode Island Convention Center and Dunkin’ Donuts Center.  Now, the website has uploaded a brief announcement (thanks to HISSTANK Boards member skinny for the heads up) about Hascon 2019:

“Hascon 2019 Has Been Postponed

Our inaugural HASCON in 2017 was a tremendous success thanks to fans like you and we want to ensure we are bringing the most exciting talent, entertainment, experiences and news to our future events.

Please check back for updates or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @Hasbro” 

We now need to wait for more information about the new date, or maybe a new location. Stay tuned to HISSTANK for any updates. Click on the bar to join to the ongoing on the Boards!

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Partnering with Kilburn Entertainment, Hasbro is set to establish Family Entertainment Centers across United States and Canada.

Among the properties that will be featured on these centers is G.I. Joe. Yes; this is the first time our beloved Joe brand is listed prominently on an official Hasbro press release, in many years.

G.I. Joe will join My Little Pony, Monopoly, Mr. Potatohead, Clue, Battleship, Hungry Hungry Hippos, Trivial Pursuit and Chutes/Snakes & Ladders for “an interactive, immersive and innovative entertainment experiences in a high-energy, gamified environment with multiple activity zones.”

With an upcoming live action movie and entertainment zones, it is clear that Hasbro is planning for a revival of the brand.

“Hasbro is committed to ‘creating the world’s best play experiences.’ In our 95-year history, Hasbro has transcended the toy aisle to become a lifestyle brand that both kids and adults enjoy,” Hasbro Consumer Products Senior Vice President and General Manager Casey Collins said in a statement. “Our partnership with Kilburn will allow us — for the first time ever — to offer a wholly immersive and true play experience that unlocks a totally new and exciting way for fans to experience the Hasbro family of brands.”