@@Fugeekid85 yeah, I guess most people don't know that Scott can use his beam without touching his visor. Just about every statue of him that's come out both license and custom has had him touching his visor. Gets repetitive.
Cyclops was able to activate his visor from triggers in his gloves over 35 years ago. Did Marvel retcon that out so he had to touch his visor like in the 60s?
It's a win with either statue. They were both executed very well. There's something about that XM piece that draws me to it though. Great job with the side by side. Only thing missing was the light up feature 😂. Thanks again!
The two are amazing. The sideshow has the nice energy effects in the visor. The XM is wearing an awesome uniform with more details and his base is more nice.
I like how the XM has the pouches on the shoulder straps and I love the second base for the swap out torso but man it all comes down to the visor for me. I thought the gold was a little weird when I first saw it and then I saw the swap out visor for sideshow and maan I think that is SO dope. Very tuff call man
Another great vid. I saw the unboxing for the SS Cyclops yesterday and couldn’t wait to see the comparison. The Ref Jersey was a great touch. As soon as I saw the thumbnail I literally laughed out loud; hilarious.
That intro was hilarious! The details...the base...the paint...the switch out...XM Studios takes it all the way. Well worth the extra couple hundred $.
Love the channel, and this was a great review! I don't collect the statues, but like to watch your videos, and just wanted to say that I thought you gave a really nicely reasoned comparison/review of the statues, based on clearly articulated (and, I think -- but I'm not an authority! -- aesthetically astute) opinions of their features and qualities. I was impressed in particular by your comparison of the bases, which shows a sensitivity to some subtle and nuanced design ideas (expressing narrative/story through something like a static pedestal), which I really appreciate. Its fun to listen to/watch someone talk about something they are both interested in AND highly capable of verbalizing their thoughts on in a comprehensive but accessible way. It didn't hurt that I like the Sideshow better too!
Hey Gem love the in depth analysis of these pieces especially the little acknowledgment of an international purchase difference. My preference is the Sideshow piece with the Power display portrait but I like the Xm pieces pose (with the hand to visor) both great but Sideshow for me
I like the detail on the xm...its my favorite ...this is an awesome video man ! Need more comparisons like this bro this channel is huge for new collectors and veterans.
Great review man, it’s why I like your channel: honest review no matter what. I think you nailed it with the “blend” of the statues making the ideal piece. His arm up on the sideshow would be a clinch (light up feature would be cool too). I came into this thinking it was XM hands down, but seeing them side by side I might give the edge to SS because the screaming portrait, emerging beam, and YELLOW VISOR! Small details, but with pieces being so similar they add up.
The pose of XM is perfect for me. I just dont like the dark blue patches in the costume, its a bit distracting. Thanks for this review. I will go with SS. The simpler the better to combine with other Xmen statues
You need 2 auto-spinner lazy Susan’s to do more of these “Ref-Gem”! Or is that Footlocker Gem? Lol 💎 This just in...Sideshow Cyclops sold out due to Gem review! Jk it’s still there.
I don't see this video as a " which is better". I see it as a great "what makes a statue great", this has shown what to look for when buying a collectible. My favorite video on this channel so far
I got the XM Studios version B of Cyclops and can’t wait for him to arrive next week!! I was thinking about getting the Sideshow version but pulled the trigger on the XM piece instead, but you can’t go wrong with either one. 🖖🏻👊🏻❤️
Love the Sideshow one, but I wish his pose was slightly different. It reminds me too much of the Wolverine PF. Awesome comparison video, this is one of your best yet.
i don't know if it's just the cyclops I grew up with but I remembered he HAD to touch his visor to enable his vision blast as it allowed him to activate letting his beam go through the 'glass' but also the intensity of his beam. seeing the beam shooting out without him touching his visor seems off to me
I have to agree with you for the vast majority of what you commented on. The ppl who don't agree are just in denial because of whichever one they chose.
The statue on your right looks more like a real person and the one on your left looks more comic style , both of them are amazing I hope someday get one of any of those.
Importantly the XM "looks" more detailed, but that's because they highlighted a lot of stuff with black paint; if you look closely at the sideshow detailing, I think it woulda been nice to see some highlighting of their lines, but not in black. They should have made the lines look dirty to make them stand out more. The portraits alone 100% make the entire sideshow piece better, IMO.
Stuka Von Ferno why does it disappoint you? It gives you options. Buy the one you like or in my case I’m getting both Gambits because he’s my top 3 comic book superhero. Both are nothing alike. As far as these Cyclops I’m only getting the XM version. Not a fan of the SS version.
@@ShadyDBZ4 I like options, they're healthy. I'm just slightly disappointed by the lack of creativity, no doubt each piece will be very good but do we really need another couple of Gambit's when so many other characters remain ignored. I understand It's down to sales and profit but It feels a bit stale. I agree, the XM Cyclops would be my choice but It's a close call. However, I won't be getting either as I already have a Bowen Cyclops statue & bust.
No doubt both look great and I dig some of the extra details on the XM but the sideshow takes the win for me the Jim Lee animated series look just hits that nostalgia switch I can't help but love it!
Yeah I agree, the poses for the XM are a little off but I'm willing to look the other way with the extra details it has. Had to grab me an XM. Too each their own though. You can't go wrong with either. Great review!
I like the look better on the SS, I have many Xmen pieces. Just for some reason im on the fence whether i want a Cyclops piece. Thanks for the review on both.
Loved this video!! XM has the better weathering, to me. And, I think the leaning to right, is what a normal person would do if standing on a uneven surface. But those side show head/visor variations, and flesh colors, are fire.
Awesome video Gem. For me xm is my cyclops. I do like the ss on how it's very animated series like, but I do love how realistic the xm is from the boots to the costume. Overall good video. I also can't switch my girl got me the xm one for my bday already,lol so no going back. Are you gonna do the xm sabretooth vs the ss sabretooth?
XM piece still draws me in and is a win for me. The only change i would have like to see on XM is the X on his belt i like the one on SS better. Nice review on both pieces
Comparing similar statues is a great idea. As we see more versions of the same characters I would love to see more like this. I say this one comes down to the price and the second torso vs the visors.
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Agree 100% that Sideshow should've had the hand on the visor.
They did that with their first PF. Gotta change it up sometimes
Wesley Stroder If your talking about staying faithful to the animated series, there were times he used his optic blast with out touching his visor.
@@Fugeekid85 yeah, I guess most people don't know that Scott can use his beam without touching his visor. Just about every statue of him that's come out both license and custom has had him touching his visor. Gets repetitive.
Cyclops was able to activate his visor from triggers in his gloves over 35 years ago. Did Marvel retcon that out so he had to touch his visor like in the 60s?
It's a win with either statue. They were both executed very well. There's something about that XM piece that draws me to it though.
Great job with the side by side. Only thing missing was the light up feature 😂.
Thanks again!
I Love The Character Cyclops.
That humor on the intro is lit, more of that bro! So hilarious 😅😅😅
I went with Sideshow for the exact reasons in this video. But really can’t go wrong with either piece.
The two are amazing. The sideshow has the nice energy effects in the visor. The XM is wearing an awesome uniform with more details and his base is more nice.
This is some of the coolest cyclops items I'd ever seen... in love with these pieces and ima have to add em to my collection at some point
I just got my XM cyclops with both poses..... I freaking love it! That said the sideshow one looks pretty good also.
I like how the XM has the pouches on the shoulder straps and I love the second base for the swap out torso but man it all comes down to the visor for me. I thought the gold was a little weird when I first saw it and then I saw the swap out visor for sideshow and maan I think that is SO dope. Very tuff call man
Man I always appreciate your videos, thanks man
Another great vid. I saw the unboxing for the SS Cyclops yesterday and couldn’t wait to see the comparison. The Ref Jersey was a great touch. As soon as I saw the thumbnail I literally laughed out loud; hilarious.
Big thumbs up on that one Gem!
That intro was hilarious! The details...the base...the paint...the switch out...XM Studios takes it all the way. Well worth the extra couple hundred $.
I liked XM better too 😎💎
Phie Mint well clearly you know the difference between right and wrong! 👍🏼
Wow! Sideshow for the win. I didn't expect that. Great video!
Spot on review couldn’t agree more. Love the honesty and your not swayed by the hype. This is why i love watching your reviews the most.
thanks!
I love both statues. But I agree that the side show is the winner. Awesome video and review
This video is why I have TH-cam thanks man congrats on the pieces
I appreciate that!
Well done! Great comparison and breakdown of each piece.
Love the channel, and this was a great review! I don't collect the statues, but like to watch your videos, and just wanted to say that I thought you gave a really nicely reasoned comparison/review of the statues, based on clearly articulated (and, I think -- but I'm not an authority! -- aesthetically astute) opinions of their features and qualities. I was impressed in particular by your comparison of the bases, which shows a sensitivity to some subtle and nuanced design ideas (expressing narrative/story through something like a static pedestal), which I really appreciate. Its fun to listen to/watch someone talk about something they are both interested in AND highly capable of verbalizing their thoughts on in a comprehensive but accessible way. It didn't hurt that I like the Sideshow better too!
Hey Gem love the in depth analysis of these pieces especially the little acknowledgment of an international purchase difference.
My preference is the Sideshow piece with the Power display portrait but I like the Xm pieces pose (with the hand to visor) both great but Sideshow for me
I like the detail on the xm...its my favorite ...this is an awesome video man ! Need more comparisons like this bro this channel is huge for new collectors and veterans.
Ref Mint! Thanks for this comparison video, for those Cyclops fans out there it's a win win having two great pieces to chose from.
Dang both statues look awesome!
This was a great comparison video! Thanks. Sometimes less is more. I do like them both.
I would have chosen XM all day long before seeing them side by side in this video. You have done the community a service by showing this comparison!!
I would rather have the Sideshow one myself. I love the portraits and the simple look of it. Great video again GEMINT.
Nice review,,,honest and straight forward 👍. Your friend at the beginning was funny and the referee shirt was a nice touch.
oh the waitlist for the sideshow I like the visor exchanges
The idea of the review and Gems honesty makes this a great video.
Great review man, it’s why I like your channel: honest review no matter what. I think you nailed it with the “blend” of the statues making the ideal piece. His arm up on the sideshow would be a clinch (light up feature would be cool too).
I came into this thinking it was XM hands down, but seeing them side by side I might give the edge to SS because the screaming portrait, emerging beam, and YELLOW VISOR!
Small details, but with pieces being so similar they add up.
The pose of XM is perfect for me. I just dont like the dark blue patches in the costume, its a bit distracting. Thanks for this review. I will go with SS. The simpler the better to combine with other Xmen statues
Love these statue comparison videos Gem Mint! Keep them coming! Next up...Sideshow vs XM Gambit??? Or Thanos on Throne vs XM Thanos and Death???
A man with good taste. I concur!
You need 2 auto-spinner lazy Susan’s to do more of these “Ref-Gem”! Or is that Footlocker Gem? Lol 💎
This just in...Sideshow Cyclops sold out due to Gem review! Jk it’s still there.
lol
Slideshow stance was perfect but the base is a bid dull.
lol that intro had me like wtf
I don't see this video as a " which is better". I see it as a great "what makes a statue great", this has shown what to look for when buying a collectible. My favorite video on this channel so far
Excellent comparison. Enjoyed it!
I got the XM Studios version B of Cyclops and can’t wait for him to arrive next week!! I was thinking about getting the Sideshow version but pulled the trigger on the XM piece instead, but you can’t go wrong with either one. 🖖🏻👊🏻❤️
Wasn't expecting that intro😂😂😂
Good choice. The more i see it on your channel, the more i want it! Sideshow should give you a cut!
Agreed! Lol
Great review always been a big fan of the 90s Cyclops.
Hahaha! Loved the start of the video. Hope to see more of him 'gatecrashing' in the future.
The mini me Gem was hilarious.
Love the Sideshow one, but I wish his pose was slightly different. It reminds me too much of the Wolverine PF. Awesome comparison video, this is one of your best yet.
I like your opinions and comparison... you should do more videos like that !! Thx like always.. good job!!
I love the vs videos gem keep them coming.
i don't know if it's just the cyclops I grew up with but I remembered he HAD to touch his visor to enable his vision blast as it allowed him to activate letting his beam go through the 'glass' but also the intensity of his beam.
seeing the beam shooting out without him touching his visor seems off to me
That intro was funny as hell
I have to agree with you for the vast majority of what you commented on. The ppl who don't agree are just in denial because of whichever one they chose.
Thanks for the tough call, Ref! hahaha. that laser stream does make a lot of difference for me when swaying the vote. Great vid, Gem!
I had rated Sideshow slightly higher than XM before I watched this video. Great job explaining what you liked/didn't like and why.
Wow sr.gem you so bless
😇😇more blessing to come frome god
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The statue on your right looks more like a real person and the one on your left looks more comic style , both of them are amazing I hope someday get one of any of those.
Great video man I know which I am getting both are nice but that Slide show just edge out for me
Importantly the XM "looks" more detailed, but that's because they highlighted a lot of stuff with black paint; if you look closely at the sideshow detailing, I think it woulda been nice to see some highlighting of their lines, but not in black. They should have made the lines look dirty to make them stand out more. The portraits alone 100% make the entire sideshow piece better, IMO.
Another note: the non black line highlighted kit matches the cable better, also... The black line highlighting is too much the more I look at it.
Great job on the comparison Gem
I like the XM pose with the hand on the visor more but like the sideshow esthetic more overall.
I like both pieces but I find It quite ridiculous that two different manufacturers have basically made the same statue!
Truth!
it’s happening with Gambit later this year. There’s a SS & XM version. Both badass.
@@ShadyDBZ4 It doesn't surprise me but it does slightly disappoint me.
Stuka Von Ferno why does it disappoint you? It gives you options. Buy the one you like or in my case I’m getting both Gambits because he’s my top 3 comic book superhero. Both are nothing alike. As far as these Cyclops I’m only getting the XM version. Not a fan of the SS version.
@@ShadyDBZ4 I like options, they're healthy. I'm just slightly disappointed by the lack of creativity, no doubt each piece will be very good but do we really need another couple of Gambit's when so many other characters remain ignored. I understand It's down to sales and profit but It feels a bit stale. I agree, the XM Cyclops would be my choice but It's a close call. However, I won't be getting either as I already have a Bowen Cyclops statue & bust.
That cyclops statue is amazing
That intro! So unexpected lol. I like them both. Great comparison. #supergirl
Cool video, everyone will have their favourite, all good and fair video
Hyped to get it tomorrow 🙌🏼
I’d be happy with either
⭐️ X-men was one of my first loves (born in 89)
The beginning was hilarious 😂
Funny opening, cool informative video, man your better then me I wouldn't know which one was better lol
I can live with that Gem, just feel like Sideshow’s seems short. But it can make the collection
That bit in the beginning cracked me up.
I agree with you brotha straight 90s vibe fuck them people hatin on your opinion
It was clear from the start where your heart lay with this one. I agree with your decision.
Really cool video!
XM is so much better. I just like the visor and his hand positioning a lot better with XM.
XM all day on this one.Even with the price difference because u basically get 2 different statues.Also the intro was hilarious 😂
Great job Gem. Tough call.
No doubt both look great and I dig some of the extra details on the XM but the sideshow takes the win for me the Jim Lee animated series look just hits that nostalgia switch I can't help but love it!
Yeah I agree, the poses for the XM are a little off but I'm willing to look the other way with the extra details it has. Had to grab me an XM. Too each their own though. You can't go wrong with either. Great review!
Always taught the xm was better on pictures but now you changed my mind. Big xm fan boy but I think I will order the sideshow one.
I agree. Mine's arriving this afternoon! ✌
I like both.
I like the look better on the SS, I have many Xmen pieces. Just for some reason im on the fence whether i want a Cyclops piece. Thanks for the review on both.
Good ass comparison, i agree with everything you said. People better hop on the Sideshow version before it sell out though.
Loved this video!! XM has the better weathering, to me. And, I think the leaning to right, is what a normal person would do if standing on a uneven surface. But those side show head/visor variations, and flesh colors, are fire.
Awesome video Gem. For me xm is my cyclops. I do like the ss on how it's very animated series like, but I do love how realistic the xm is from the boots to the costume. Overall good video. I also can't switch my girl got me the xm one for my bday already,lol so no going back. Are you gonna do the xm sabretooth vs the ss sabretooth?
yes
Both good, both really good.
Hell yeah so hyped for this video, have had the sideshow cyclops in my cart for four days and this is gonna he the deciding factor lol
Sideshow WINS! Great review! Thanks! 😁
Hilarious intro..bizzaro gem mint escaped from the phantom zone😬😁
Cameo appearances by Great Value Gem and Footlocker Assistant Manager Gem, the Gem-verse is ever expanding lol
Both are awesome
I didn’t like the pose for SS but when you switched portraits to the lit up visor, I was like alright, this looks way better
That would be cool
Lmao that intro was epic!
I think we can all agree that any statue which results in the X-men theme getting played in the review is a win. 😁
Yeah! Sideshow FTW! Both great however prefer Sideshow....
Haha the opening to the video
XM piece still draws me in and is a win for me. The only change i would have like to see on XM is the X on his belt i like the one on SS better. Nice review on both pieces
Comparing similar statues is a great idea. As we see more versions of the same characters I would love to see more like this. I say this one comes down to the price and the second torso vs the visors.
Damn I cant decide!
As per my comment on your Sideshow review, glad you ended goin with Sideshow.