Is Diecast dead?

[DrunkoPop]

I agree with the lame chase. I'm not sure why they made the chase that bad

I never got into this line. I felt that it was cheesy from the beginning.

I feel they could have gone with different molds to make it interesting

Possibly but still. Not a fan TBH

[hpellot]

I think it was a great idea but the pricepoint for customers is a bit on the higher side of things considers their counterparts are close to 1/4 of the price.

I agree i think with the current economy the pricepoint may be a bit high

This is a great point. Funko made its mark at the ~$10 price point for a collectible that may hold greater value later. The die-cast go into the area of like Tamashii Nations and S H Figuarts lines, which imo offer a better bang for your buck.

I agree I think funko history has shown that under 20 dollars for an item is where they sell the most.

[Elewitt2022]

I do like the Die Cast pops. I like their weight and the display method.

And I am glad that they only come out slowly, since they cost so much.

That said, I would like to see them expand beyond the obvious best selling franchise/licenses .... wonderwoman, batman, ironman, captain america, black panter, darth vader, boba fet, mickey mouse? But I understand why they started there - best chance to find buyers for higher priced items.

I think they should also have a Comic-con die cast each year as well.

[keyese]

I find it difficult with the chases because they are already pretty expensive and trying to chase hunt is hard. Plus it's difficult to get rid of dupes if you do chase hunt because they weigh so much! Probably better in the long run to just buy the chase if you want it.

[Blitzfreeze]

I agree i think with the current economy the pricepoint may be a bit high

This is a great point. Funko made its mark at the ~$10 price point for a collectible that may hold greater value later. The die-cast go into the area of like Tamashii Nations and S H Figuarts lines, which imo offer a better bang for your buck.

I agree I think funko history has shown that under 20 dollars for an item is where they sell the most.

Agreed, which is also reinforced by all these movie moments they are making that are above $20. Every store I go to I just see them sitting around collecting dust. Also on those the bigger boxes lead to an increased chance if shipping damage. And we all know most collectors won't touch a pop if the box isn't minty fresh

[DrunkoPop]

This is a great point. Funko made its mark at the ~$10 price point for a collectible that may hold greater value later. The die-cast go into the area of like Tamashii Nations and S H Figuarts lines, which imo offer a better bang for your buck.

I agree I think funko history has shown that under 20 dollars for an item is where they sell the most.

Agreed, which is also reinforced by all these movie moments they are making that are above $20. Every store I go to I just see them sitting around collecting dust. Also on those the bigger boxes lead to an increased chance if shipping damage. And we all know most collectors won't touch a pop if the box isn't minty fresh

AMEN to that.

[rontonsoup]

I think a Disney Parks Exclusive would be nice to see a Walt and Mickey with a bronze chase. It’ll look like the statue

[NoobMaster69]

I think a Disney Parks Exclusive would be nice to see a Walt and Mickey with a bronze chase. It’ll look like the statue

That’s not a bad idea actually. Wow - that would probably hit in fact

[Mrswestcoastfunko]

Hmmm my question is if they should only make diecasts out of war type heroes? What about disney.. I would totally buy a diescast hades or hercules… just saying

[hpellot]

I think a Disney Parks Exclusive would be nice to see a Walt and Mickey with a bronze chase. It’ll look like the statue

That’s not a bad idea actually. Wow - that would probably hit in fact

I agree this one would be nice

[Popfanatics]

They need more to complete the basic collections they’ve started.

[funko_gtx91]

I never got into this line. I felt that it was cheesy from the beginning.

I feel they could have gone with different molds to make it interesting

Possibly but still. Not a fan TBH

What would you like to see changed?

[DrunkoPop]

I feel they could have gone with different molds to make it interesting

Possibly but still. Not a fan TBH

What would you like to see changed?

Nothing at all. I’m pretty sure they’re plenty of collectors that enjoy this line. I simplify don’t. I couldn’t get a grasp around it.

[heymrosario]

Just wondering your thoughts on diecasts future. Seems like they put the brakes hard on this line as of late and we haven't had a release in a while. I personally really liked them at first and was excited to see where they went with the line, but I think the ugly/lazy chases slowed it down enough for people to realize just how expensive they are. Sadly I think they're done for.

I wish they'd make more, but without the chases. Idk, the chase "all metal" look isn't so appealing nor really wanted, but I don't want to speak for everyone. As much as I like the Marvel ones, I wish there was consistency with the packaging and the numbering.

As I was reorganizing, I noticed while I was unboxing all of them that Iron Man and Captain America are on a light grey platform with the numbers #1 & #2 and then when I started unboxing Thor and Black Panther, both had a black platform with #5 & #6.

My guess is that the numbering is for ALL diecast - no matter what the fandom is, but I wish it was just consistency throughout.

Overall, I'd still get the diecast figures if they continue to make Marvel ones

[rontonsoup]

I think a Disney Parks Exclusive would be nice to see a Walt and Mickey with a bronze chase. It’ll look like the statue

That’s not a bad idea actually. Wow - that would probably hit in fact

I agree this one would be nice

I just saw that they’re making a Die Cast Mickey. I think Walt would be the next best thing

[rontonsoup]

I think a Disney Parks Exclusive would be nice to see a Walt and Mickey with a bronze chase. It’ll look like the statue

That’s not a bad idea actually. Wow - that would probably hit in fact

It definitely would. Even if people aren’t pop collectors, they’d buy it and BAM, new collectors!

[hpellot]

That’s not a bad idea actually. Wow - that would probably hit in fact

I agree this one would be nice

I just saw that they’re making a Die Cast Mickey. I think Walt would be the next best thing

That could be nice

[rexflexall]

I'd like to see an 18 inch diecast LOL! Then be done. Ha!

[Jalapenopete]

I think a Disney Parks Exclusive would be nice to see a Walt and Mickey with a bronze chase. It’ll look like the statue

Love that idea that's definitely a winner

[PopPChulo]

Just wondering your thoughts on diecasts future. Seems like they put the brakes hard on this line as of late and we haven't had a release in a while. I personally really liked them at first and was excited to see where they went with the line, but I think the ugly/lazy chases slowed it down enough for people to realize just how expensive they are. Sadly I think they're done for.

I think because these are technically a higher end product and a little more expensive to produce. It makes sense that they wouldn’t produce them at the rate they would a regular Funko pop. They probably have more planned but I’d expect fewer to be produced bc of what they are

[V2daTizzo]

they're alright but i like the common versions better than the chase variants

[funko_gtx91]

Possibly but still. Not a fan TBH

What would you like to see changed?

Nothing at all. I’m pretty sure they’re plenty of collectors that enjoy this line. I simplify don’t. I couldn’t get a grasp around it.

One thing I wish they also would do is lower the prices but that would never happen

[DrunkoPop]

What would you like to see changed?

Nothing at all. I’m pretty sure they’re plenty of collectors that enjoy this line. I simplify don’t. I couldn’t get a grasp around it.

Tvx

One thing I wish they also would do is lower the prices but that would never happen

That’s why I stick to only pops & sodas.

[funko_gtx91]

Nothing at all. I’m pretty sure they’re plenty of collectors that enjoy this line. I simplify don’t. I couldn’t get a grasp around it.

Tvx

One thing I wish they also would do is lower the prices but that would never happen

That’s why I stick to only pops & sodas.

Same here after I bought one it was eh

[DrunkoPop]

Tvx

One thing I wish they also would do is lower the prices but that would never happen

That’s why I stick to only pops & sodas.

Same here after I bought one it was eh

Exactly. That’s how I felt when I first looked at one.

[fieldsy32]

One reason pops are so popular is because of price point. Not everyone wants to shill out 50 bucks for one piece. I get it.

[rexflexall]

One reason pops are so popular is because of price point. Not everyone wants to shill out 50 bucks for one piece. I get it.

It's quite the investment!

[fieldsy32]

One reason pops are so popular is because of price point. Not everyone wants to shill out 50 bucks for one piece. I get it.

It's quite the investment!

See Hikari! Very cool but the price just doesn’t match the investment.

[Gsanch28]

I think diecast might be the ones that people pass on but in the long run will be something that will be coveted. Only reason I say that is because there is realistically a low amount compared to the vinyl ones. I picked up all of them except the darth Vader so think I need to get that one for my collection.

[rexflexall]

One reason pops are so popular is because of price point. Not everyone wants to shill out 50 bucks for one piece. I get it.

It's quite the investment!

See Hikari! Very cool but the price just doesn’t match the investment.

I have a few pieces left of Hikari in my collection! My favorite is the green jade Megazord!

[hpellot]

It's quite the investment!

See Hikari! Very cool but the price just doesn’t match the investment.

I have a few pieces left of Hikari in my collection! My favorite is the green jade Megazord!

That is a cool Hikari,

[hpellot]

It's quite the investment!

See Hikari! Very cool but the price just doesn’t match the investment.

I have a few pieces left of Hikari in my collection! My favorite is the green jade Megazord!

That is a cool Hikari,

[Marvel_Mama]

I really like them but have to be super selective in buying based on the price point. I enjoy the display case and it being a heavier figure. I do agree the chases on these are lazy and I have no interest in them. If they were a different colorway etc I may be more inclined to hunt for those. I do hope they continue but more selective in characters and more effort with chase variant for sure. I am still hoping they make a Freddy.

[fieldsy32]

It's quite the investment!

See Hikari! Very cool but the price just doesn’t match the investment.

I have a few pieces left of Hikari in my collection! My favorite is the green jade Megazord!

I love them. I have a few groots and vaders!!

[fieldsy32]

It's quite the investment!

See Hikari! Very cool but the price just doesn’t match the investment.

I have a few pieces left of Hikari in my collection! My favorite is the green jade Megazord!

Megazord is one of the coolest!

[Missnoobcake3]

Just wondering your thoughts on diecasts future. Seems like they put the brakes hard on this line as of late and we haven't had a release in a while. I personally really liked them at first and was excited to see where they went with the line, but I think the ugly/lazy chases slowed it down enough for people to realize just how expensive they are. Sadly I think they're done for.

I actually like these, however the chases are very lazy (might have turned people away along with the price). Id be happy if they didn't even have a chase. Im hoping they do a freddy soon

[Ironfish242]

I love the diecast at first but just with they wouldn't have dropped so many, so close together.

[dolphinax2]

I do like the Die Cast pops. I like their weight and the display method.

And I am glad that they only come out slowly, since they cost so much.

That said, I would like to see them expand beyond the obvious best selling franchise/licenses .... wonderwoman, batman, ironman, captain america, black panter, darth vader, boba fet, mickey mouse? But I understand why they started there - best chance to find buyers for higher priced items.

I think they should also have a Comic-con die cast each year as well.

I agree, I like their weight and display and packaging was awesome, price was a bit pricey but as long as they didn't release too many too quick I was fine, but once they started adding chases to the mix I was out, too pricey to be trying to get both.

[rontonsoup]

I think a Disney Parks Exclusive would be nice to see a Walt and Mickey with a bronze chase. It’ll look like the statue

Love that idea that's definitely a winner

I honestly think these would fly off the shelf. And hopefully they go back to the only production numbers with lower counts so they don’t sit on the shelves.

[rexflexall]

See Hikari! Very cool but the price just doesn’t match the investment.

I have a few pieces left of Hikari in my collection! My favorite is the green jade Megazord!

Megazord is one of the coolest!

They were so cool as Hikari!