G.I. JOE vs. COBRA

Twenty years ago, kids were introduced to the "G.I. JOE vs. COBRA" storyline and characters. Now, G.I. JOE figures are back in their classic 3-3/4-inch scale and resume the responsibility of saving the world from the international evil force known as COBRA. Popular action figures from the 1980s series return including DUKE, SNAKE EYES, DESTRO and of course, COBRA COMMANDER. In addition, 12-inch versions of key characters will also be introduced.

3-3/4" G.I. JOE vs. COBRA figure 2-packs

The re-launch of the G.I. JOE vs. COBRA fantasy begins with 3-3/4-inch sculpted figures in dynamic poses. Every two-pack features an awesome battle in every box - with a G.I. JOE figure and COBRA villain to really heat up the battle between good and evil. There's a lot of variety for kids and collectors alike, with 34 new dynamically-sculpted characters throughout the year. Two-packs include:

DUKE vs. COBRA COMMANDER,
STORMSHADOW vs. SNAKE EYES,
FROSTBITE vs. NEO-VIPER,
HEAVY DUTY vs. COBRA C.L.A.W.S.,
BIG BEN vs. ALLEY VIPER,
SURE FIRE vs. COBRA SLICE,
MIRAGE VS. COBRA VIPER,
GENERAL TOMAHAWK vs. HEADMAN,
SCARLETT vs. ZARTAN,
NUNCHUCK vs. FIREFLY,
DUSTY vs. DESERT COBRA C.L.A.W.S.,
SGT. STALKER vs. NEO-VIPER COMMANDER,
DESTRO vs. GUNG HO,
WET-SUIT vs. COBRA MORAY,
BEACHHEAD vs. DR. MINDBENDER,
FLINT vs. BARONESS.
BLOWTORCH vs. SNOWSERPENT;
SGT. STALKER vs. ZARTAN.

(Approximate retail price: $7.99; recommended age: 5 & up; available now:
DUKE vs. COBRA COMMANDER,
STORMSHADOW vs. SNAKE EYES,
FROSTBITE vs. NEO-VIPER,
HEAVY DUTY vs. COBRA C.L.A.W.S,
and DESTRO vs. GUNG HO)

· 12" G.I. JOE vs. COBRA Figures Basic Figures -

For kids that like "big" adventures, each of seven 12-inch figures features gear and equipment for complete play. It all begins with DUKE, the fearless leader of the G.I. JOE team who is ready to battle the evil COBRA empire with his special arm-mounted missile launcher; FIREFLY, the expert scaler and climber for the COBRA forces; and NUNCHUK, the ninja with martial arts weapons. New figures are in development. (Approximate retail price: $9.99; recommended age: 5 & up; DUKE, FIREFLY, and NUNCHUK available now; BEACHHEAD and COBRA MORAY available in July; RECONDO and TUNNEL RAT available in September)

Deluxe Figures - This assortment of figure packs great value by pairing a special G.I. JOE figure with a vehicle in every box. First, look for WETSUIT on his OCEAN ASSAULT SAILBOARD, providing 2-in-1 action (sailboard or glider with a missile launcher). This fall, look for GUNG HO with his kayak and jungle mission gear. (Approximate retail price: $19.99; recommended age: 5 & up; WET SUIT figure available now; GUNG HO figure available in August)

COMBAT CONTROL Figures - Available for fall, kids will be able to control their G.I. JOE figures like never before with new COMBAT CONTROL. Awesome karate moves and real punching power are available by manipulating slender control rods attached to the figure's arms and legs. Each figure's hand has a special grip that allows them to grab weapons from their backpack and activate sounds specific to each weapon. Assortment will include STORM SHADOW and SNAKE EYES figures. (Approximate retail price: $29.99; recommended age: 5 & up; available in fall) (MARCH UPDATE: Storm Shadow and Snake Eyes have been CANCELLED.)