Marvel Legends collectors have been eagerly awaiting a Doctor Octopus figure in his movie form for years. Finally, two years after the release of Spider-Man: No Way Home, the MCU Hasbro Marvel Legends Doc Ock 6″ figure has arrived. Unlike fans’ hopes for a pack-in Build-A-Figure, this figure is a standalone release priced at $38. But is this unique-sculpted Spider-Man 2 villain worth the price? Let’s find out.
The packaging for the Doc Ock figure is a windowless cardboard box, as Hasbro is phasing out plastic packaging. While the box features photos of the movie character and the toy itself, it’s difficult for collectors to make a decision without being able to see the paint and details beforehand. The box back displays the figure and its accessories, but it can be challenging to determine the number of tentacle claws included. The figure comes in one bag, with extra hands and claws in another bag. The tentacles themselves do not have claws attached in the package. It’s easy to overlook the extra articulated claws, as they are tucked away in a surprise bag taped to the top of the tray. It’s possible that other collectors may have almost thrown them away accidentally. Doctor Octopus comes with interchangeable fists and open hands, as well as three sets of pincer-like claws: “grabbing,” articulated, and “splayed” (fully opened). The articulated claws are the standout, adding diversity and flavor to any display. It would have been preferable if Hasbro had included four articulated claws instead of the unarticulated gripping claws. The splayed claws are meant for the lower tentacles, allowing Doctor Octopus to stand on his tentacles with ease. This feature works surprisingly well, and the figure remains suspended in the air. However, the tentacles are extremely stiff and rigid out of the box, making it challenging to pose them for photos. Once in place, though, they stay put. Some collectors have reported breakages shortly after opening the figure, so caution is advised when posing and the use of heat may be necessary. The figure itself is 100% unique in its sculpt, with the tentacles being a standout feature due to their sculpted texture and poseability. The jacket is not particularly compelling, but the rips in the back where the arms emerged add visual interest. The painted zipper and buttons are nice touches. The figure’s legs are somewhat restricted by the coat, but it can still stand stably. The Alfred Molina portrait is decent, recognizable as the movie Doctor Octopus, with a neutral expression that suits the character. The head sculpt is arguably better than the one on the more expensive Hot Toys version. The figure possesses modern articulation without visible pins, allowing for a range of poses. The paint deco on the figure is minimal, but well-applied and visually appealing. Overall, if this were a $25 figure, it would easily receive an ‘A’ rating. However, as a $40-ish figure, it falls slightly short due to the stiffness of the tentacles, which limits posing options. Despite this, the swap-out claws, Alfred Molina portrait, coat, and textured tentacles are all visually impressive. The ability to have Doctor Octopus stand on his tentacles is a standout feature. However, the stiffness of the robotic arms detracts from the overall enjoyment of the figure.
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