Classic & Modern Ninja Turtles to Meet in March 27 Event

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In an event that has been hinted to us for quite a while now, the time is near for the ultimate TMNT crossover, featuring the 1980s Turtles and voice cast together with the 2012 Turtles and voice cast. The new episode will see the 2D Turtles from the 80s get the modern CGI treatment, while the CGI modern Turtles will also get the 2D animation treatment.

From a press release sent out yesterday:

Worlds collide as the voice cast of the 1980s Turtles, Cam Clarke, Rob Paulsen, Barry Gordon and Townsend Coleman joins forces as Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo, respectively, in “Trans-Dimensional Turtles,” a new episode of Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles debuting Sunday, March 27, at 11:00 a.m. (ET/PT). In this new half-hour episode, the Turtles are transported to another dimension where they meet their ‘80s alternate-reality counterparts. Actor Pat Fraley also reunites with the ‘80s cast for the first time since the original series premiered to reprise his role as Krang.

In “Trans-Dimensional Turtles,” all eight Turtles must battle to eliminate both the ‘80s Krang and Kraang Sub-Prime.  After meeting their ‘80s counterparts in a 2D-animation world, the entire clan moves back into a CG-animation dimension, giving their new retro friends a taste of their realm. Additionally, in another dimensional twist, the episode will offer a glimpse of the Turtles in a comic book world resembling Kevin Eastman’s Mirage Studios comic book series.

Left to Right: Barry Gordon, Pat Fraley, Cam Clarke, and Townsend Coleman

Only 8 Hours Left to Support New TMNT Board Game on Kickstarter

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The Kickstarter campaign for the new TMNT board game from IDW Games, TMNT: Shadows of the Past, has been a HUGE success, and an amazing number of bonus content has been added as stretch goal after stretch goal has been achieved. Now, the campaign is in its final eight hours, making this your last chance to get in on all of the exclusive, Kickstarter-only content.

Don't waste a moment and go check out the Kickstarter page for complete details, and then add your support!

IDW TMNT #55 - Variant Cover Guide

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Recent events have strained many relationships amongst the TMNT and their allies. Many must decide whether to trust or to betray, to separate or to stay, and to love or to hate. Time takes its toll, but where do the Turtles go from here?

Check out a preview!

Cover A

Cover B

Cover A: Michael Dialynas.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Ben Bishop.
Retailer incentive cover; 1 copy sent to retailers for every 10 copies ordered.

Cover C

Cover D

Cover C: Kevin Eastman.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

Cover D: Robert Atkins, Chuck Arnold, Simon Gough.
Retailer exclusive. Available from BlindBoxComics.com.

Cover E

Cover F

Cover E: Robert Atkins, Chuck Arnold, Simon Gough.
Retailer exclusive. Available from BlindBoxComics.com.

Cover F: Robert Atkins, Chuck Arnold, Simon Gough.
Retailer exclusive. Available from BlindBoxComics.com.

Cover G

Cover G: Kevin Eastman.
Retailer exclusive. Available exclusively for Team Eastman Fan Club members.

NECA Debuts 1/4 Scale 1990 Movie Donatello Action Figure at Toy Fair

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If the recently revealed statues from Prime 1 Studios don't fit your budget (or your display space), it seems like NECA has a "compromise" to offer you. Depending on your collecting habits, it might not even be much of a compromise.

The first of a planned series of four, NECA's 1990 movie-style Donatello stands approximately 16.5" and features 30 points of articulation, including double knee joints. With an incredibly detailed sculpt, he comes with bo staff accessory and interchangeable hands.

Watch for Donatello to hit specialty toy retailers around June for about $100. The remaining Turtles should then be released one a quarter.

Photos: NECA and ToyArk

Prime 1 Studio Debuts 1990 TMNT Movie Statues at Tokyo Wonder Festival

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Hey, everyone! Forgive me for a bunch of delayed reporting that is going to be coming your way in upcoming days. I took a little vacation and am now just getting back into the swing of things. And with Toy Fair happening in New York, plus other events, there's quite a bit of news to share!

Let's start with these pretty impressive 1/4 scale statues from Prime 1 Studio, which were on display recently in Tokyo at Wonder Festival. Of course, the really exciting thing about these is that they're based on the 1990 movie costumes by Jim Henson.

Prime 1 Studio has previously offered 1/4 scale statues of the 2014 movie Turtles, at a MSRP of $699-$749. These new statues will most likely be similarly priced, so they are definitely an investment. But if you are looking to add these to your collection, watch for them later this year from retailers such as Sideshow Collectibles.

Photos: itakon.it

New "TMNT 2: Out of the Shadows" Commercial Airs During Super Bowl 50

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As was expected, a new commercial for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Out of the Shadows" has aired during the Super Bowl 50 broadcast. Check it out below!


The spot featured our first glimpse of Kraang!

IDW Launches TMNT Board Game on Kickstarter

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Yesterday, IDW launched a Kickstarter campaign to support the launch of their new TMNT tabletop game, "Shadows of the Past." Gameplay details are still forthcoming, but is designed for 2-5 players ages 12 and up. The game is set in the IDW TMNT universe, and each game should last between 60–90 minutes.

Click here to support the campaign!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shadows of the Past will feature story content from the hit ongoing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IDW comic. Featuring a lasting story arc, the game allows two to five players will battle their way through a series of 60-90 minute missions with players developing their characters strengths, fighting styles, and equipment along the way. Expect to see all kinds of fan-favorite characters show up as the Turtles call on their closest allies for help in battling their deadliest foes.

There are two Kickstarter-exclusive versions of the game that you can choose to receive when you back the project. For $90 you can get the standard version with an exclusive box featuring artwork by Kevin Eastman and the April O'Neil Hero Pack. For $150, you get a different box design and Kevin Eastman variant TMNT miniatures, as well as the April O'Neil Hero Pack. More exclusives will be announced as the campaign meets certain stretch goals.

Check out the introduction video from Kevin Eastman below. And keep checking in on the Kickstarter page for more updates and news about more exclusives!