Key Takeaways
- Youtooz’s new PlayStation figure collection features Astro Bot, Kratos, and more, available for purchase from November 24 at 3pm EST.
- The chibi style of Youtooz figures gives an adorable revamp to iconic characters, with Kratos being the standout in the series.
- Fans can expect more figures to be added to Youtooz’s PlayStation collection in the future, as the company asked for suggestions on Twitter.
The Canadian manufacturer Youtooz has announced a fresh wave of figures catering to some of PlayStation’s iconic video game characters, and interested parties don’t have long to wait until these collectibles go live. PlayStation has hosted unforgettable franchises exclusive to the platform, including Ghost of Tsushima, The Last of Us, and more recently, the Astro Bot games. Fans have previously been able to pick up figures of Jin Sakai, Joel and Ellie, and even the Tallneck from the Horizon series through other companies Figma, Funko, and LEGO, and Youtooz is looking to bring some of these prolific protagonists to life through their unique designs.
Youtooz was founded in 2019 and produces licensed collectible caricatural vinyl figures reimaging characters from pop culture’s broad spectrum. The company has even collaborated with notable internet personalities Markiplier, Ninja, and Pokimane to give franchises like The Witcher, Fallout, Elden Ring, and more a cute makeover. The Game Awards recently announced its nominations for 2024’s event, which included smash hit Astro Bot as a Game of the Year contender, and the robot’s popularity as a PlayStation exclusive continues in Youtooz’ line-up.
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Announced through Youtooz’ official Twitter account, the company confirmed four new figures from the PlayStation collection. Astro Bot, Ratchet and Clank, Sly Cooper, and Kratos from the God of War series were revealed to be the first characters gracing the fresh series. Some of these new figures will tap into gamers’ nostalgia, similar to Youtooz’ previous release of a Banjo-Kazooie collectible, and all will make fantastic display pieces on fans’ shelves. Customers can purchase their chosen figure from November 24 at 3 pm EST, and they are available to buy through Yootooz’ official website.
Youtooz Announces Astro Bot, Kratos, and More Figures From PlayStation Collection
Youtooz figures apply an adorable appearance to iconic characters, decorating their demeanor with appealing expressions. The cute, or chibi as it’s known in Japan, aesthetic is a popular style in pop culture merchandise, and the Baldur’s Gate 3 miniature figures from WizKids took it a step further with their small scale. Since Sly Cooper, Ratchet and Clank, and Astro Bot are all cherubical by nature, Kratos is the only figure in the line-up that drastically alters the character’s manner.
The Last of Us Part 2’s Ellie received a Nendoroid figure in the past, but the Naughty Dog characters are notably missing from Youtooz’s PlayStation wave. However, the company asked its Twitter followers what other figures they would like to see in the PlayStation collection, implying more characters are still to come.
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