Anybody else think they’re overdoing it on Freddy lately?

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Re: Anybody else think they’re overdoing it on Freddy lately?

Postby asiantonystark » Sat Oct 22, 2022 6:07 pm

Just my opinion here but there's never enough of Freddy, keep them coming!!!
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Re: Anybody else think they’re overdoing it on Freddy lately?

Postby mongoose12 » Sat Oct 22, 2022 6:23 pm

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ryanc_ wrote:I don't mind the quantity necessarily, but I am disappointed that many of the cooler ones are within the whole NFT system


It may be an attempt to draw attention to the new digital funko platform. It’s working in my opinion.


I mean… I can’t stop buying em!


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Postby FunkOCD » Sat Oct 22, 2022 7:47 pm

Mr Yac wrote:I’m usually in the minority here on opinions, but am I the only one who thinks them taking Freddy from being a yearly offering that gets maybe a couple hundred pieces and turning him into a bi-monthly drop of thousands is really diminishing his appeal? Wanting a Freddy collection was my top priority when I first learned about him and Fundays, but now what was once such a special epic thing is starting to feel so mundane, which is sad and kind of how I’ve been feeling about collecting Funko in general. I dunno, maybe it’s the announcement of yet another NFT drop meaning a couple thousand new Freddys are destined for this world, but it just got me thinking , and I know how much you all hate me thinking so I’ll end it there.


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Postby post31 » Sat Oct 22, 2022 8:03 pm

ryanc_ wrote:I don't mind the quantity necessarily, but I am disappointed that many of the cooler ones are within the whole NFT system

This part right here. It’s so disheartening.
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Postby millone » Sat Oct 22, 2022 8:04 pm

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Mr Yac wrote:I’m usually in the minority here on opinions, but am I the only one who thinks them taking Freddy from being a yearly offering that gets maybe a couple hundred pieces and turning him into a bi-monthly drop of thousands is really diminishing his appeal? Wanting a Freddy collection was my top priority when I first learned about him and Fundays, but now what was once such a special epic thing is starting to feel so mundane, which is sad and kind of how I’ve been feeling about collecting Funko in general. I dunno, maybe it’s the announcement of yet another NFT drop meaning a couple thousand new Freddys are destined for this world, but it just got me thinking , and I know how much you all hate me thinking so I’ll end it there.


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Postby FunkoholicsAnonymous » Sun Oct 23, 2022 1:30 am

Still waiting for when they finally start doing some anime Freddy’s
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Postby Toys R Us Kid » Sun Oct 23, 2022 1:56 am

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Postby Toys R Us Kid » Sun Oct 23, 2022 1:57 am

asiantonystark wrote:Just my opinion here but there's never enough of Freddy, keep them coming!!!


Right there with you Ryan! I just started a Freddy display case and it’s my favorite display I’ve done yet. Can’t get enough :)
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Re: Anybody else think they’re overdoing it on Freddy lately?

Postby digithor » Sun Oct 23, 2022 4:33 am

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Mr Yac wrote:I’m usually in the minority here on opinions, but am I the only one who thinks them taking Freddy from being a yearly offering that gets maybe a couple hundred pieces and turning him into a bi-monthly drop of thousands is really diminishing his appeal? Wanting a Freddy collection was my top priority when I first learned about him and Fundays, but now what was once such a special epic thing is starting to feel so mundane, which is sad and kind of how I’ve been feeling about collecting Funko in general. I dunno, maybe it’s the announcement of yet another NFT drop meaning a couple thousand new Freddys are destined for this world, but it just got me thinking , and I know how much you all hate me thinking so I’ll end it there.


I need a Freddy Yac in my collection!


Maybe even black light, I think he might really like those versions. :)
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Postby aprilyoufools » Sun Oct 23, 2022 4:36 am

fbingha wrote:I'm okay with it since I only buy the Freddys that I like. I'm also quickly turning into just a Freddy collector since my usual Fandoms are no longer on Funko's radar.

Agreed with this since everyone is a fan of something. And the biggest selection of Freddys lately may help people make trades. It's kinda nice for those who might be newer collectors, who may not be able to do the NFT drops bc they have issues buying WAX due to the state they live in and related restrictions and/or their debit or credit cards won't let them, and/or can't make it out to the cons or events like Fundays or Fright Night.

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Postby aprilyoufools » Sun Oct 23, 2022 4:42 am

Toys R Us Kid wrote:Right there with you Ryan! I just started a Freddy display case and it’s my favorite display I’ve done yet. Can’t get enough :)

Can't wait to see pictures of the new Freddy display and glad we could help you add a few more for it! Hope you're saving room for some of those NFT redeemables like that Freddy Megazord. \:D/
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Postby willy wonka » Sun Oct 23, 2022 9:29 am

mongoose12 wrote:They can make 500 a year and I wouldn’t mind it. Freddy is important to the brand and I understand why Funko would want to get as much exposure as possible.



Yeah I agree. Collect what you love and not a piece count. Make as many as you can.
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Postby Imagery » Sun Oct 23, 2022 8:49 pm

The hunt was more difficult when there were fewer Freddys, but I'm not bothered that there are more now. It allows more fandoms to have a related Freddy and makes him more accessible, which seems reasonable since he's the Funko mascot
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Re: Anybody else think they’re overdoing it on Freddy lately?

Postby c00kiem0nster » Sun Oct 23, 2022 9:05 pm

I personally love the Freddys. They look awesome and fit in with other brands perfectly. I hope in the future I can get in to other Funko events to collect more of them.

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Postby FireFist » Mon Oct 24, 2022 1:59 am

Imo ,there's not enough of freddy funko. Still hoping for a possible Freddy Funko as Master Chief in future. :freddy2:
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Postby digithor » Mon Oct 24, 2022 2:33 am

willy wonka wrote:
mongoose12 wrote:They can make 500 a year and I wouldn’t mind it. Freddy is important to the brand and I understand why Funko would want to get as much exposure as possible.



Yeah I agree. Collect what you love and not a piece count. Make as many as you can.


Yup, I'd have more freddy's in my collection if it wasn't for those piece counts.
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Postby philipali » Mon Oct 24, 2022 8:38 am

There will always be more Freddy's ... Just collect what you love and want and you should be all good... Still can't wait for Freddy as the Undertaker
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Postby emoagogo » Mon Oct 24, 2022 9:40 am

Gimme MOAR Freddy’s!! Especially sodas, it’s by far my favorite freddy design.
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Postby Universal_ghost » Mon Oct 24, 2022 11:40 am

Loving all the Freddie's. I might not be able to get them all but loving a lot of the designs. Keep em coming!
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Postby Panda » Mon Oct 24, 2022 10:50 pm

as long as Freddy is numbered I don't mind
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Postby The_Gateway_Pop » Tue Oct 25, 2022 1:59 am

As a brand, the mascot is everything. It is their own IP so the profit lines will be different and by making him such a relatable character they are putting their efforts in to making the mascot synonymous with the name. To me it is a brilliant marketing strategy because what they are not doing is plastering Freddy's face all over every Funko box and still succeeding with making that face recognizable with the brand.

At this point I can't see a character so broad being so limited, the company is too big for that.

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Postby Elviax » Tue Oct 25, 2022 11:11 am

I feel like this time of year is when we get lots of freddys! I dont mind it, it gives me the rest of the year to save up and figure out which I want!
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Postby cliffd64 » Tue Oct 25, 2022 11:35 am

Freddy Funko pieces have always been very popular, and since they do not require any specific form of licensing from a third party, Funko is being very smart in producing more of these. They do prop up part of the NFT Digital Pop market (note: one look at the current royalty price of the GoT drop should be enough to confirm exactly how much...) and i think that will continue going forward. I agree that it would appear that "500" is the new low edition threshold. I think the overall goal is to be able to put a Freddy Pop into just about anyone's collection!
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Postby FunkoAlphaBravo » Tue Oct 25, 2022 11:43 am

I believe you can never have too many freddies
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Postby Chingy » Tue Oct 25, 2022 12:05 pm

ryanc_ wrote:I don't mind the quantity necessarily, but I am disappointed that many of the cooler ones are within the whole NFT system


I actually like this aspect of the increase in Freddys. This makes it almost an exclusive within an exclusive like there are tiers to the Freddys.
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Postby Rpiccioni1 » Tue Oct 25, 2022 2:34 pm

Absolutely not!! I love anything Freddy. The majority of my collection is Freddy Funko Pops and SODAS. As long as I can get them!! Lol!! Still need a beautiful SMF Pop! or SMF SODA. My fingers and toes are always crossed! Love you Freddy.
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Postby Mags » Tue Oct 25, 2022 2:51 pm

There's definitely a bunch more Freddy designs now, but I feel like the ratio of Freddy to everything else Funko makes is still roughly the same, yanno?
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Postby jagpop » Tue Oct 25, 2022 3:06 pm

Can never have too many Freddys. That being said, yes they are...kinda... lol

Back in the day, Freddys were so hard to come by. It's nice that folks can add one to their collection without breaking the bank.
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Postby ShadowFlashPops » Tue Oct 25, 2022 4:49 pm

It is a lot however I love Freddy’s. Plus not everyone gets the royalty’s so it’s still limited. I was actually pretty bummed out they didn’t do a Freddy Royalty in the GOT nft drop. Only reason why I do the nfts is for the Freddy royalty

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Postby FlinksPoppinPics » Tue Oct 25, 2022 5:44 pm

More Freddy = More Fun. Simple math.
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Postby Brutesquad » Tue Oct 25, 2022 5:52 pm

Freddy Funko wrote:Hmm... *holds back tears*


hehe..if Freddy is ok with it, I guess I'm ok with it too! :thumbleft:

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Postby Marvel_Mama » Tue Oct 25, 2022 7:51 pm

Bring on the Freddys. I love me some Freddy. I do really miss the allure of more limited items tho. The thrill of the hunt or the obtaining a grail is getting less and less.
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Postby Mr Yac » Wed Oct 26, 2022 2:01 am

Freddy Funko wrote:Hmm... *holds back tears*


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Postby funkopants777 » Wed Oct 26, 2022 3:17 am

freddys just having a fun good time dressing up !! :D
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Postby DrunkoPop » Wed Oct 26, 2022 8:30 am

Mr Yac wrote:I’m usually in the minority here on opinions, but am I the only one who thinks them taking Freddy from being a yearly offering that gets maybe a couple hundred pieces and turning him into a bi-monthly drop of thousands is really diminishing his appeal? Wanting a Freddy collection was my top priority when I first learned about him and Fundays, but now what was once such a special epic thing is starting to feel so mundane, which is sad and kind of how I’ve been feeling about collecting Funko in general. I dunno, maybe it’s the announcement of yet another NFT drop meaning a couple thousand new Freddys are destined for this world, but it just got me thinking , and I know how much you all hate me thinking so I’ll end it there.


They’re overdoing it with EVERYTHING. Once I saw the Social Media Freddy sodas, “I’m done” lol The rise of the NFTS have diminished the Freddy Collecting. I remember a time when you needed to attend Fundays to score a FF. Not anymore :dontknow:
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Postby mongoose12 » Wed Oct 26, 2022 12:36 pm

funkopants777 wrote:freddys just having a fun good time dressing up !! :D


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Postby joecolt » Wed Oct 26, 2022 1:24 pm

Freddy Funko wrote:Hmm... *holds back tears*


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Postby Missnoobcake3 » Wed Oct 26, 2022 1:32 pm

CaseyJones14 wrote:I definitely agree that it's going a little crazy. Here are some stats from the past year...

Fundays - 34
Fright Night - 33
NFT (going back to last year) - 27

Almost 100 new Freddy's in a year is pretty nuts.



As someone who loves Freddy i've been happy, however when you put the numbers out man they really have. Im enjoying it though.
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Postby Elviax » Wed Oct 26, 2022 1:50 pm

It made me not feel the need to get all of them which was nice
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Postby Sarcasticguy » Wed Oct 26, 2022 4:20 pm

It's nice seeing a Freddy every few weeks versus all at once during Fundays. More the merrier.
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