EXCLUSIVE: In a historic crossover that has sent shockwaves from the deepest caves of West Virginia to the newsstands of the world, Dread Central learned exclusively that Weekly World News and Cryptoids have jointly announced that the one and only Bat Boy is officially joining the Cryptoids: War for the Green Planet Kickstarter campaign!
The world’s most famous tabloid icon is officially joining forces with Bigfoot, Yeti, and Mothman to crush the evil Reptoid Uprising! They are blowing the lid off this conspiracy with a massive surprise: a brand-new 1/12 scale articulated Bat Boy action figure is swooping into the Kickstarter campaign.
“While Bat Boy has graced countless covers and t-shirts, this partnership marks a monumental milestone for collectors. For the first time in history, fans can own the first-ever 1/12 scale articulated Bat Boy action figure. This isn’t just a statue; it is a fully poseable, highly detailed collectible action figure designed to stand shoulder-to-shoulder (or shoulder to upper leg!) with the other legends in the Cryptoids line. From his iconic pointed ears to his wide-eyed expression, every detail has been captured to bring the ‘pointy-headed powerhouse’ to life like never before.”
“Bringing Bat Boy into the Cryptoids universe was one of the earliest ideas we had for the line. We’re all 90’s kids who were obsessed with Weekly World News, so the chance to immortalize such an iconic pop-culture character in action figure form is beyond exciting for us,” says Craig Goldberg, Cryptoids Managing Director.
Since his debut on the June 23, 1992, cover of Weekly World News, Bat Boy has transcended his tabloid origins to become a permanent fixture of American pop culture. More than just a “monster,” he became a cult hero who mirrored the anxieties and absurdities of the 90s. From Off-Broadway musicals to appearances on The Simpsons, Bat Boy’s shrieking visage is instantly recognizable across generations. Now, by joining the Cryptoids line, the character makes the jump from the newsprint of the 20th century to the premium toy shelves of the 21st.
Kickstarter Momentum: The Green Planet is Safe (For Now)
The Cryptoids: War for the Green Planet Kickstarter has already been declared a smash success, blowing past its initial funding goal of $150K in just 32 hours, explains the press release. With Bat Boy’s arrival, the campaign enters a new phase, offering backers the chance to secure this historic figure as part of the already successfully funded campaign.
What to Expect from the Bat Boy Expansion:
- The 1/12 Articulated Figure: Featuring advanced articulation for maximum “fleeing” or “fighting” poses.
- Exclusive Alternate Head: Includes the updated Cryptoids stylized facial expression and interchangeable classic head, pulled straight from the headlines!
- Weekly World News Branded Packaging
- Take home the Standard Edition or go classic with the Weekly World News B&W Edition, straight out of the 1992 tabloid headlines!
All photos are (obviously) work-in-progress. Check out the Bigfoot, Yeti, and Mothman figures here.
