Well that's a surprise, it's only 9:30 where I live. I love this figure and it's definitely one of my favorite DC multiverse figures now. I definitely agree he needs more paint though. I think he's worth every penny of $23.
Extremely hot take: Riddler's base design was always kinda lame. I feel like a redesign similar to to DC's Onomatopoeia, Mr. Bloom, or Spellbinder from Batman Beyond would be a major improvement. Make him all green, put a question mark on his face and heck, even keep the bowler hat, cane and coat!
Nothing questionable about this review... your comments are spot on in pointing out both the good (articulation) and ungood (23 bux!!). Still, I am fiddling around about purchasing this Riddler!
great review as always! I keep telling myself I don't need to dive into the rogues rabbit hole, and each batman villain we get makes it harder and harder lol With the price increase I am more inclined to give McFarlane a pass seeing as the majority of figures are new sculpts, to me it just feels more worthwhile for an original sculpt than a repaint of a basic body That said, I 100% think Riddler here needed something else, if not a trophy then some fisted hands maybe The reason I am fine with the $22 on a good bit of the mcfarlane releases so far is the accessories, blue hush has alternate hands and two weapons, knightfall catwoman has alternate hands and whip, etc.
The Arkham City Joker is actually somehow more accurate to Arkham Asylum. Mainly in the gloves, Joker never wore purple gloves in Arkham Asylum or City. I also have both and I really like 'em. Means you can recreate the Riddler Trophy model of them back to back. Still. It's...a figure. I keep getting tempted to buy him, but I want to get some yellow and purple paint (as well as some nerve) to make him better. It really does feel half finished. At the very least Todd coulda toned the green down, he's a more washed-out green in City. At least it isn't the Arkham Knight design, *no one* likes that one!
A great thing ive been noticinig is the inclusio n of a Standard Batman comparision using the two most popular ones, it really helps a lot (specially since i have the Rebirth one)
This Riddler is kinda terrible,but with the 50 different Joker body's there's a good custom combo with that head sculpt....the 3 jokers "Criminal" body looks like it's a winner
If he had been closer to his classic design or inspired by it and the Animated Series, I would pick him up. The rolled up sleeves, Friday at quitting’ time collar and tie, and pants tucked into the boots is just too much of a turn off. It’s annoying because I want him for my Rogues Gallery, but just not like this…not like this😝
In the hush comic, riddler was NOT hush, that was an awful change they made for the animated film, the hush comic has a completely different character as hush.
Love the review as always, J. Great sculpt, articulation is well integrated, and the side eye actually helps with Riddler's vibe as a character.
Thanks!
Well that's a surprise, it's only 9:30 where I live. I love this figure and it's definitely one of my favorite DC multiverse figures now. I definitely agree he needs more paint though. I think he's worth every penny of $23.
Glad you like him!
Extremely hot take: Riddler's base design was always kinda lame.
I feel like a redesign similar to to DC's Onomatopoeia, Mr. Bloom, or Spellbinder from Batman Beyond would be a major improvement. Make him all green, put a question mark on his face and heck, even keep the bowler hat, cane and coat!
I would have really liked a head swap with the DC Designer series
Sorry about that!
@@5POAFigureReviews Don't worry about it, great review as always!
Nothing questionable about this review... your comments are spot on in pointing out both the good (articulation) and ungood (23 bux!!). Still, I am fiddling around about purchasing this Riddler!
Thanks Todd. My issues aside, I do like him.
great review as always! I keep telling myself I don't need to dive into the rogues rabbit hole, and each batman villain we get makes it harder and harder lol
With the price increase I am more inclined to give McFarlane a pass seeing as the majority of figures are new sculpts, to me it just feels more worthwhile for an original sculpt than a repaint of a basic body
That said, I 100% think Riddler here needed something else, if not a trophy then some fisted hands maybe
The reason I am fine with the $22 on a good bit of the mcfarlane releases so far is the accessories, blue hush has alternate hands and two weapons, knightfall catwoman has alternate hands and whip, etc.
Very fair points
Gorshin is my favorite riddler as well haha always check to see if you have a review of a figure before I pick it up. great show as always Jason 🤘
Thanks Nolan! Possibly unpopular opinion but Julie Newmar is also my favorite Catwoman
The Arkham City Joker is actually somehow more accurate to Arkham Asylum. Mainly in the gloves, Joker never wore purple gloves in Arkham Asylum or City.
I also have both and I really like 'em. Means you can recreate the Riddler Trophy model of them back to back.
Still. It's...a figure. I keep getting tempted to buy him, but I want to get some yellow and purple paint (as well as some nerve) to make him better. It really does feel half finished. At the very least Todd coulda toned the green down, he's a more washed-out green in City.
At least it isn't the Arkham Knight design, *no one* likes that one!
I think Arkham Origins is my least favorite Joker of the Arkham series, but that's me
@@5POAFigureReviews I meant the Riddler. His Origins design is more casual than a Riddler outfit. More Nygma than Riddler.
I really likes the fig the side eye with lowered glasses gives him a nice smug look
True!
Hello, sorry I haven’t been watching to your videos, I lost track .
All good buddy
Amazing review 🎉 I enjoy your videos and your reviews 🎉
Even with the solid glasses in the way, he's *still got the side-eye.*
My favourite Batman villain keeps getting done dirty.
Right???
A great thing ive been noticinig is the inclusio n of a Standard Batman comparision using the two most popular ones, it really helps a lot (specially since i have the Rebirth one)
Glad it helps!
Are those glasses removable? I’m trying to decide how much work it would be to give this guy the Bowler and domino mask like BTAS.
This Riddler is kinda terrible,but with the 50 different Joker body's there's a good custom combo with that head sculpt....the 3 jokers "Criminal" body looks like it's a winner
I've seen someone do the Criminal Body with a custom Jim Carrey head and it looked great.
If he had been closer to his classic design or inspired by it and the Animated Series, I would pick him up.
The rolled up sleeves, Friday at quitting’ time collar and tie, and pants tucked into the boots is just too much of a turn off.
It’s annoying because I want him for my Rogues Gallery, but just not like this…not like this😝
I hear ya. Still leaning towards using my DC Designer Series as my main Riddler for now
Great review Jason very cool Riddler figure 😎👍
Thanks Angelo!
@5POA Figure Reviews No problem Jason 🙏
In the hush comic, riddler was NOT hush, that was an awful change they made for the animated film, the hush comic has a completely different character as hush.
I only said there was a connection, not that they were the same person. I'm sorry if how I phrased that was confusing
Rigamarole done 👍
Thanks Joe!
Are his glasses removable?
I’ve watched this video twice now
Oh wow thanks!
nice video!
Thanks!
I paid 10 at a resale shop it was brand new
That's awesome! Happy for you!
Can't wait for the knight fall catwoman vs
Next week is planned but maybe the week after
I found an Etsy seller who makes Riddle Trophy/ Traps for your figures. Does anyone want the link?
Why is he sooo short?
I have a feeling that McFarland is trying to make all of the figures shorter, but I'm entirely sure yet.
Pass
I really don’t understand the inconsistencies of this line
Oof seems like a loss
I'm still happy I have him
@@5POAFigureReviews Ypur talented enough to make the alterations 😀
2:28 why does the riddler look like he's about to recruit me to steal the declaration of independence
6:42also looks like nigma is smuggling hams lmao
Hahaha
I would have really liked a head swap with the DC Designer series
Sorry!