About the Magazine
By collectors, for collectors.
A daily online magazine dedicated to worldwide indie toys and the people who collect them, with a focus on designer vinyl, resin art, and action figures.
Our Mission
A daily read for the global indie toy community.
Go Figure News exists to serve the worldwide community of indie toy and action figure collectors. We publish daily coverage of the designers, brands, releases, and events shaping the scene, with a clear focus on designer vinyl, resin art toys, and action figures.
The site is built by enthusiasts who want a single, dependable place for news, reviews, and updates from across the collector world.
What We Cover
Three pillars of the magazine.
Our editorial mix is built around three core areas that define the collector experience today.
Designer Vinyl
Independent vinyl figures from artists and brands around the world, from limited runs to flagship collaborations.
Resin Art Toys
Small-batch resin sculpts, customs, and art figures that highlight the hands-on side of the indie scene.
Action Figures
Detailed coverage of 1/6 scale figures and collectible lines, including reviews of new releases and special editions.
Recent Coverage
A look back at what we've published.
Our archive reflects the breadth of the collector scene we've covered in past issues, including themed lists, brand reviews, and event reports.
- 2017ATM3 Thailand event coverage, April 2017.
- 2017Animal Instinct event reporting, May 2017.
- 2016Kickstarter coverage of the Tim Burton x Hot Toys campaign, December 2016.
- 2016Review of 4D XXRay Batman, November 2016.
- 2016Weekly new release updates, January 2016.
- 2015"Size Matters" feature: top films for 1/6 scale figures, June 2015.
- 2014Thinktank "The New Black" review, November 2014.
Go Figure News began as a shared project among collectors who wanted a single, trustworthy place to follow the ever-expanding world of designer toys and action figures. What started as informal notes and reviews has matured into a daily online magazine read by enthusiasts across the globe. The publication was built from the ground up with a collector's eye, favoring careful coverage of limited edition releases, custom runs, and the artisans behind them over mainstream toy industry news. This grassroots foundation continues to shape the editorial voice and the loyalty of its readership today.
At its heart, the magazine celebrates three overlapping corners of the collectible toy scene: designer vinyl figures, resin art toys, and traditional action figures. Each category brings its own design language, production scale, and collector culture, and the publication gives equal attention to all three. Readers can expect features on sculptors, painters, and independent brands alongside coverage of more familiar mass-market lines. By weaving these threads together, the site creates a broader picture of how contemporary figure collecting has evolved into a worldwide creative movement that bridges art, design, and pop culture.
The editorial mission centers on serving the worldwide indie toy and action figure community with consistent, in-depth daily reporting. Coverage extends to the designers shaping the scene, the brands releasing new work, the events that bring collectors together, and the cultural conversations happening between them. Rather than chasing trends, the magazine aims to document the steady rhythm of releases, collaborations, and retrospectives that define collector life. Readers rely on this steady cadence to discover new artists, track upcoming drops, and understand the context behind the figures that line their shelves.
Beyond news and reviews, Go Figure News positions itself as a resource hub for collectors at every stage of the hobby. Newcomers can find approachable explainers on materials, scales, and artist terminology, while seasoned collectors appreciate deeper essays on scene history and production techniques. The site also highlights community events, gallery shows, and convention appearances that strengthen the bonds between artists and their audiences. By combining reporting, education, and community coverage, the magazine aims to be a long-term companion for anyone passionate about the art and craft of collectible figures.