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Suppose you already have an anime character in mind and you have just begun your research on what type of figurines you want to buy. You might be asking yourself, “Why are there so many choices?”
Indeed, you might find a lot results from a single search, some look really good and have all the details of that character’s facial expression, different accessories like fashion items, weapons, and even hairstyle compatible included, but the price is just really steep and you are not sure if it is worth it.
On the other hand, some might be really affordable, but it is visibly cheap and the lack of details on that character’s face, body, or clothes just makes you question if it was actually designed by someone who knew the anime.
With the overwhelming amount of options in the market (don’t forget the bootleg), it is just so nerve-wracking to invest in a purchase that could easily go wrong.
- What if I end up buying a bootleg?
- What if it is not a real deal?
- Should I buy from the official site?
- Would I get judged if I ask amateur questions?
- I don’t know what to avoid when I am buying anime figures.
- I don’t know if anyone wants to spend time teaching me these things.
My friend, you are not alone. At Sirius Gamez, we understand your concern and we promise we will do our best to assist you in any way we can till you feel confident to shop for your favourite anime figures.
If you don’t know how to validate an anime figure that you want to purchase, just remember, reliable manufacturers will get you no wrong. Try to look for a specific statement on the package or product description that proves it is made by a reliable manufacturer that knows what they are doing. This information should be provided and it is essential that you ask for it before you make the purchase. If you encounter a seller who neglects you when you ask for this info…well, you know what to do next.
To better assist you, Sirius Gamez has come up with a list of some manufacturing brands that are well-regarded in the industry. Be sure to look for these names when you are shopping for anime figures, it can help you decide if a merchandise is legit and properly licensed by the official copyright owner.
Of course, Sirius Gamez carries products from ALL of these manufacturers, making it easy for you to shop in our store. If you are interested in learning more about anime figures or just merchandise in general, let us know and we will be happy to help you.
- Good Smile Company – You might have seen this company’s name from one of our other blog posts on Nendoroid. Yes, this is the company that makes those cute mini figurines. Good Smile Company is very well-known in the industry and they make licensed merchandise of a ton of animes, mangas, films, video games, and even VTubers. If the figurines you are looking for are made by them, then you are on the right track.
- Kotobukiya – Again, it is a top-notch toy company in Japan. Kotobukiya has been manufacturing merchandise and collectibles since 1953, they specialize in model kits (you know, Gundam and such), action figures, statuettes, and many other anime art-inspired products. If Nendoroid is symbolic of Kawaii (cuteness), then Kotobukiya is the embodiment of Kakkoii (coolness). Any anime figures made by them are just pure art and guarantee a good purchase.
- Megahouse – Megahouse is a major Japanese toy manufacturer and BANDAI Group company. Originally founded in 1962 as Kaken, the company was purchased by BANDAI and merged with BANDAI subsidiaries Angel and B-AI in 1997 to become MegaHouse. Their anime figures have great quality, and they also have some cute figurines like the Lookup series.
- Bioworld – Okay, this is the company that produces more than just figurines. If you look them up on the Internet, you will find that they also make merchandise like clothes, mugcups, and wallets. Note that Bioworld is more global than the other Japanese toy manufacturing companies, and they have other licensed merchandise that are not from anime as well.
- Alter – If you are a fan of Idolmaster, Love Live, and Hyperdimension Neptunia, this is the manufacturer that you should look for. They are renowned in the industry and make PVC figurines that feature many anime characters. These are lively posed figurines that have outstanding details and artistic designs. You will be impressed when you see one of their making.
- Max Factory – Same as above, you might have already read about their products, Figma action figures, in our other blog post. This is the manufacturer that makes those high-standard Figma anime figures. They are extremely popular in the market due to their figurines’ functionality. Figma are lighter than PVC figures and have moveable joints and customizable looks. They are what we call “action figures” which means you can play with them to create poses that show dynamic movements. Figma often gives you options to buy accessories like weapons. Like we said earlier, if you regard yourself as an artist and are comfortable with action figures, then by all means, this is the right thing for you.
- Banpresto – Since its founding in 1977, Banpresto has rightfully earned a reputation as an authority in video games and toys. They make Dragon Ball Z figurines and many other anime merchandise. They also make a product called Ichiban Kuji which is an anime lottery ticket which are extremely fun!
- Phat! – Established in 2007, Phat is renowned for its quality production of anime figures. They have a lot of female characters from different anime series, and their PVC figurines are made with good-quality materials. Another reliable name you should look for when you shop for action figures.
- FREEing – Although FREEing may not be a famous name like other brands, it is without doubt renowned for its quality merchandise. Recognized characters such as Miho Nishizumi and Ryuko Matoi can all be found in the products created by this company since its founding in 2006!
- Orange Rouge – A company associated with Max Factory and Good Smile Company, Orange Rouge makes a lot of good male anime characters. The company’s unwavering commitment to quality has been rewarded with a loyal customer base who can always expect top-notch figures from the iconic brand.
- Aniplex – Alright, this is a big name here. Aniplex is responsible for the production of numerous successful anime series such as Full Metal Alchemist, Gurren Lagann, Monogatari Series, Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Fate Series, Sword Art Online, and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. It also operates and publishes the hit mobile game Fate/Grand Order. If you are a real anime fan and have extensive knowledge about anime, you might have already heard their commercial phrase before your anime starts. So when you are shopping for anime figures or merchandise, this is a huge clue that your purchase will be worth the money.
We trust all this information will give you a good idea of what to look for when you are shopping for anime figures. If you want to read more about different types of anime figures, we have another article in our blog that gives a detailed guide.
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