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Amazon has listed (under Hasbro Label) a new vinyl record titled ‘80s TV Classics – Music From G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero [LP]‘. Previously, Hasbro released the same for the Transformers franchise.

If the aforementioned Transformers album is any indication, Side 1 and 2 will featured G.I. Joe and Cobra logos respectively.

Official Description:

Music from iconic 80s animated series, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, will be available for the first time ever on vinyl. The first official release of the score in any format, it includes the instrumental version of the iconic theme song and over 40 minutes of unreleased music from the original composers, Robert J. Walsh and Johnny Douglas. The album features music from the first five-part G.I. JOE mini-series which debuted in 1983 and Season 1 of the animated series which premiered in 1985.

Release Date: 11/20/2020

Price: $22.99

You can check out the full track list, after the jump:

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We have with us, two new promotional images from the upcoming Jada Metal Nano G.I. Joe Figurines set.

First image features the packaging art for the set, while the second features artistic versions of the characters included within.

Official Info:

  • Price: € 12.99
  • Release Date: August 24th, 2020
  • 6 G.I. Joe Collectible Figures: Cobra Commander, Baroness, Snake Eyes, Destro, Storm Shadow, and Duke
  • Size: 4 cm each.
  • Package Weight: 218 g
  • Package Dimensions: 26.7 x 15.2 x 3.8 cm
  • Content: Diecast
  • Age: 8 and up.

 

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Multiple retailers posted (and immediately took down) three brand new listings for Funko Pop! figures based on the G.I. Joe franchise.

Slated to release on 1st of October this year, the listing consists of:

  • Shipwreck
  • Zartan
  • Limited edition Zartan

Limited edition Zartan will be made in small quantities and is considered as a ‘chase figure’ for the new line.

All figures are priced at $11.99.

G.I. Joe Funko Pop! were last seen back in 2017 and the lineup so far featured Snake Eyes, Storm Shadow, Storm Shadow (Ninja-Ku), Cobra Commander (Helmet), Roadblock, Cobra Commander (Hooded), Destro (2017 NYCC Exclusive), and Freddy Funko Cobra Commander (2016 SDCC Exclusive).

We currently do not know when the same listings will reappear, but keep an eye out on our Sponsors for more details.

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Following their official announcement for a line of plushies for the Transformers franchise, Symbiote Studios is once again collaborating with Hasbro for a product line based on the G.I. Joe franchise as well.

The company has issued two teasers including an artwork of Snake Eyes and Timber with the Arashikage logo as the background and a picture of our ninja commando’s grenade bandolier.

“So many projects.

#sneakpeek at what was going to be a shirt launched at #SDCC . This shirt is “Silent, but Cute”. The art is based on our upcoming plush line. Announcement of big brand deal coming soon.”

You can check out the images, after the jump.

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Jada Diecast official podcast has dropped some info regrading their upcoming Metal Nano G.I. Joe Figurines.

The line will consist of 6 figures (Snake Eyes, Duke, Cobra Commander, Destro, The Baroness, and Storm Shadow).

All six will be included in a 6-Pack.

The pack will be less than $10.

Packaging artwork is based on the original ARAH art as is the styling of the figures.

While a release date is not mentioned, Jada is hoping to release the line alongside Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins movie and capitalize on the popularity.

under G.I. Joe Classified, G.I. Joe Various

So it looks like the much anticipated 6″ G.I. Joe line is finally going to make it’s way to retail in 2020. Although Hasbro has not officially confirmed this information there are very strong rumors of retail preorders for the new line called G.I. Joe Classified!

G.I. Joe Classified Wave One:

  • Snake Eyes x2
  • Destro
  • Duke
  • Scarlett
  • Roadblock

Join in on G.I. Joe Classified 6″ Line conversation after the jump.

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We have an exciting news for all the Joe fans. Do you have what it takes to become a Senior Manager for G.I. Joe & Micronauts Global Brand Development? Well, Hasbro is offering this wonderful opportunity to you.

“We have an immediate opening for a results-oriented, innovative Senior Brand Manager to drive Product Development and Marketing for our GI Joe and Micronauts brands. In this high-profile role, you will drive the strategic product vision for GI Joe and Micronauts, lead a cross-functional team of designers and engineers to ideate and manufacture the yearly toy line, and develop a global marketing plan that effectively drive sales. Partnering with internal and external resources, you will build a cohesive and actionable category and channel marketing plan. You will will work with internal and external agencies and cross-functional teams to create global toolkits and communication tools necessary to drive sales. These toolkits include such things as Merchandising Guides, Digital and Broadcast assets, and product sizzles. You will work closely with regional teams to brief them on the product line, help accurately forecast, and partner to ensure success.

A day in the life:

  • Develop yearly product strategy based on key brand initiatives, consumer insights, and entertainment strategy.

  • Work with Design and Development to create an innovative toy line that is inspired by your Toy Strategy.”

With such posts, it can mean only one thing: G.I. Joe toys are now in development and it won’t be long until we set our eyes on official products from Hasbro.

News Post Artwork: Scott Cohn / Ross Hughes – 2016 Hasbro G.I. Joe Toyline

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This is definitely a fandom splitting topic, but if GI Joe were to return to retail this moment, how would you like to see it represented?

* Old school o-ring?
* A continuation of the 25th style packaging with new sculpts and a continuation of unreleased figures?
* 6 Inch!!
* Other?

Let your opinion be heard by voting!

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The long awaited The Joy of Joe is now available to purchase in print and digitally. This compilation was the brainchild of Jim Beard (with Justin Bell and Bill Nedrow) and features essays from thirty of the brand’s most ardent fans. Go grab yours right now.

For well over fifty years the joy that kids feel for G.I. Joe, Hasbro’s toy phenomenon, stands as nothing short of amazing. Few other creations can boast of such an enduring love from fans of all ages across the globe.

Fall in with thirty such fans as they tell tales of childhoods marching alongside Joe through action and adventure, creating memories that have lasted lifetimes. THE JOY OF JOE will amuse you and touch your heart!

Featuring essays by Paul Kupperberg, Fabian Nicieza, Jerry Ordway, Dave West, Alan Porter, and many more!