Houston, Texas – Earth Mode Hound, a highly anticipated action figure, has sparked disappointment among fans due to its release as part of a multipack rather than an individual toy. However, recent findings reveal that the toy was actually canceled initially. Similarly, like Walmart’s decision to not include toy deco voyager Hot Rod in their Velocitron line, Target backed out on having more individual deluxe figures in their Buzzworthy line.
The renders of Hatchet and Hound initially excited fans, but news of their cancellation soon followed. Hasbro, the toy manufacturer, already had their other lines planned out and had no place to release these figures. Yet, Hasbro has managed to find a way to bring Hound, or at least a version of it, to fans through an upcoming Autobot multipack. Unfortunately, Hatchet’s release remains canceled, but there is hope that it may resurface in the future.
While the multipack release may be seen as a second resort, it is worth noting that it provides an alternative to having no release at all. Unlike the original Buzzworthy release, the Gen Selects multipack is not confirmed to be exclusive yet. Most Gen Selects releases have been widely available through online retailers, making it more accessible to collectors.
The reason behind Target’s decision to back out was attributed to the poor sales of previous deluxes in the Buzzworthy line. These figures can now be found at Ollie’s and other liquidators. This cancellation serves as a clear consequence for fans who hoped for clearance and liquidation finds.
Fans expressed mixed reactions to the news. Some are excited that Hound will still be available despite the change in release format. Others question Target’s reasoning, noting that poor sales may have been a result of the product mix rather than the individual figures themselves. They suggest that releasing Hound and Hatchet earlier could have generated more buzz for the line.
As for Hatchet’s fate, it remains uncertain. Speculations range from the possibility of another multi-pack to a potential inclusion in a three-pack alongside the DOTM Studio Series Dreads. Collectors expressed interest in such a set if it were to be released.
Overall, the cancellation of the individual releases of Hatchet and Earth Mode Hound has disappointed some fans. However, the inclusion of Hound in the upcoming Autobot multipack provides an alternative for those eager to add it to their collections. The poor sales of previous figures in the Buzzworthy line influenced Target’s decision to back out, leaving enthusiasts to ponder the potential consequences of clearance and liquidation finds.