I'm getting big '90s flashbacks because of these Sega collectibles based on Sonic and Street Fighter, so it seems like what's old is new again. (Hey, I'm certainly not complaining.)
To be precise, I'm getting Polly Pocket and Mighty Max energy from a new series of merch based on the Sega Genesis. You know, those clamshell ones which open up to reveal mini-scenes with teeny action figures? I don't know about you, but I used to adore those as a child. These Sonic and Street Fighter versions from Console Heroes do something very similar, only they start out as Sega Genesis cartridges that reveal iconic scenes from the games when cracked open.
As an example, the Sonic 2 version (which you can pre-order for $19.99 at Amazon right now) is an Emerald Hills diorama with one of those iconic loops behind a log bridge festooned with coins. Sonic and Tails are both included as detailed figures to bring that scene to life.
Street Fighter has also been graced with its own clamshell diorama. This one (also $19.99 at Amazon) is a beat-for-beat recreation of a mid-fight match at Battle Harbor with Ken and Ryu's health bars along the top. Naturally, Ryu's figure is firing a hadouken blast at Ken. Poor guy.
You can get a look at the available dioramas below.
Personally, my favorite is the Sonic 2 version. Call me traditional, but nothing beast classic Sonic in those opening levels.
Now, Console Heroes, can you please do Nintendo ones?
More collectible goodies:
- Hallmark Sonic Collecting Rings ornament: $26.99 at Amazon
- Hallmark Nintendo ornaments: From $11.99 at Amazon
- Hallmark gaming ornaments: From $5.77 at Amazon
Want cool collectibles for your shelf? Don't miss the best Lego sets. As for something more nostalgic, why not check out the best retro consoles?
