Hasbro Toy Fair Press Release

Hasbro has posted a press release in advance of this weekend’s Toy Fair to promote new toys that we’ll be seeing this year.  There are a couple of Star Wars items on the list but more will be revealed at Hasbro’s press event on Saturday.

Jenga Angry Birds Rise of Darth Vader

ANGRY BIRDSTM STAR WARS® JENGA®RISE OF DARTH VADERTM GAME
May the Force be with you as you battle the dark side in the new ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS JENGA RISE OF DARTH VADER GAME. Slingshot your JEDI birds from the LIGHTSABER LAUNCHER to defeat DARTH VADER and the evil SITH LORDS and win the game! Players can also unlock ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS in-app content with a special code in each pack. (Ages: 8 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Players: 1-2/Available: Fall 2013)

First announced at the UK Toy Fair, where it won an award, we also have the announcement of the 12″ Anakin to Darth Vader action figure.

STAR WARS® ANAKIN TO DARTH VADER™ ACTION FIGURE
Hasbro introduces a breakthrough action figure innovation to celebrate the DARTH VADER character with the STAR WARS ANAKIN TO DARTH VADER figure. Standing at 13-inches tall, this figure changes from ANAKIN SKYWALKER to DARTH VADER by attaching the helmet and armor, and includes iconic phrases, sound effects, and a LIGHTSABER that changes from blue to red. (Ages: 4 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99; Available: Fall 2013)

Look for more news concerning the Black Series and other action figure releases during our coverage this weekend.