I just got mine today (Austria) and I have to say, I'm really happy with it. I never owned the original castle, since my parents didn't have the money, so now as an adult, with the Origins line I am finally able to fulfill my childhood dream of owning all the figures, vehicles and playsets I couldn't have back then. Mattel really does a fantastic job of invoking the retro feel with this line, while making some updates in engineering and design. It's my favorite toyline at the moment for nostalgia alone.
@starrchris17363 жыл бұрын
Is bei euch a sho kema, bei uns auch die Tage (über Smyth)..:)..find die neue Burg klasse..Congratulations
@derutuber3 жыл бұрын
Servus
@Knightlore3 жыл бұрын
Hatte das Glück auch noch eine zu ergattern! Der Preis ist echt ein Hammer! Zusammen mit dem Land Shark zahlte ich 120 Euro. Unter Super 7 hätte die Burg alleine locker 200 Euro gekostet.
@cryptolord9826 Жыл бұрын
My father bought me this back in the day I wrecked it playing hard as a kid wish I kept it in mint
@SmerrillS3 жыл бұрын
If you think about it, this casle greyskull looks more FILMATION than any other castle we've gotten. As a kid that's what i wanted!!
@dwightjohnson66743 жыл бұрын
Dwight Jr.
@dwightjohnson66743 жыл бұрын
That's good for me be happy come to my house New Castle Grayskul love Dwight Jr 😊
@Curls105anarm2 жыл бұрын
So true. I agree.
@handznet2 жыл бұрын
True. Actually isn’t it crazy like as kids all we wanted were cartoon accurate toys and we never got them until now?
@SmerrillS2 жыл бұрын
@@handznet It's the kids like us that grew up and made them for our kids so they didn't have to go without it lol
@hartwellheisenberg11793 жыл бұрын
Best playset ever!!! I still remember the original from when I was a kid... :D great memories... I got it on christmas 1989..
@bee-beargaming3 жыл бұрын
The artwork is so good I wish there a poster for it.
@nicholasdickens28013 жыл бұрын
Me too. I love the artwork for MOTU.
@handznet2 жыл бұрын
I am going to be honest. The old castle looks really bad in comparison. The paintjob makes the original look like burned down and the sculpt is quite… sloppy. I think the new one is how it always should look. Big upgrade.
@sunnyshine22153 жыл бұрын
Plastic these days is just different from decades ago, Star Wars vehicles feel very lightweight today compared to the vintage ones. Good review, I cannot wait to get this playset and “play” with it. The Classics one was more of a showpiece.
@mgshock3 жыл бұрын
The stuff that causes me the most concern is the swirly/glittery plastic Hasbro uses in its figures. Especially in expensive Transformers figures.
@marcelpatel90172 жыл бұрын
It's true. Plastic from the 80's was more durable and glossy. Plastic today is different with the absence of particular chemicals and is mainly recycled. It's also thinner.
@Clay36132 жыл бұрын
@@marcelpatel9017 Lot of that old plastic is becoming brittle and moldy. Look at those Kenner figures.
@Elbethium3 жыл бұрын
they better not cut this line short! i want snake mountain to come out also
@terrigarcia76242 жыл бұрын
I want snake mountain and also a eternia
@joshuasebsebe39192 жыл бұрын
@@terrigarcia7624 you mean an origins version of snake mountain?
@clintsaines92744 ай бұрын
They didn't cut the line short lol
@RisingBean3 жыл бұрын
Man, poor Skeletor. He falls through the trap door and just looks dead. Lying facedown just waiting for it all to end.
@Pixel-dan3 жыл бұрын
It's a hard sticker he hit
@godofzombi3 жыл бұрын
Skeletor: Oooofff.
@thespaceram28793 жыл бұрын
Skeletor is feeling like such a poopy with all of them hungry monsters from the dungeon being so attached to him.
@susanworkman28913 жыл бұрын
If his face wasn’t messed up already
@hermionestoybox11543 жыл бұрын
I’m so pumped to get this thing, even though I initially planned on passing. The MOTUC version is a masterpiece, but this is Great looking Toy!
@agiammarco943 жыл бұрын
It’s interesting how the new one takes design cues from both the classics version and the vintage version
@SwordGrayskull3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the symmetry of this version because it's more like the Filmation castle. The interiors are a big improvement with the extended platforms and wider ladder. I don't know if it's worth $75 to me, but it is a great Castle Grayskull.
@DracoVimes2 жыл бұрын
here in australia its over $200 but i love it
@mantrax0493 Жыл бұрын
@@DracoVimes Bought mine for $71,50 in Croatia. You got ripped off.
@paulmidgley80408 ай бұрын
I'm 52 and my son has just ordered me one, I'm sooo excited. My brother had one when we were kids and I was kind of jealous. Now I have my own.
@Takeshi3573 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: you can re-attach the banners in other places. There's multiple clips for them on both floors.
@GuardaOjivas2 жыл бұрын
Also the fist from the training device can hold any of the warrior's weapons
@GuardaOjivas2 жыл бұрын
Sapee!!
@R3troZone3 жыл бұрын
I like that this one has an actual bar-style hinge with a metal rod that keeps the 2 halves together. The vintage castle was just some molded plastic hinges that clipped in place and would come apart all the time when you tried to fold it up.
@WebVManReturns3 жыл бұрын
It’s the thing collectors and scalpers are fighting over... Castle Grayskull!
@StandingUpForBetter3 жыл бұрын
This Castle Grayskull is pretty AWESOME! What a great blend between the original and the Classics. The only thing that sucks is the timing. If I wasn't trying to go all in with Thundercats Classics I would be all over this. I am fortunate enough to have the Classics Castle Grayskull. Enjoy collectors. This thig is pretty amazing. I do have to say it really was fantastic to go to my local Walmart and see Masters of the Universe Origins figures on the pegs in the toy section. These toys have so much presences. Enjoy everyone. If you missed out before, now is your chance because it looks like Mattel is really committed to this Origins line. Again, thanks for the review.
@toonytube24443 жыл бұрын
The CASTLE looks great. I love the SORCERESS-figure.
@holybananagames7333 жыл бұрын
i will buy it. and pixel dan's book, too.
@TheDesignWarrior3 жыл бұрын
Same
@TheDarkThunder3 жыл бұрын
Perhaps they’ll release the space suit as a figure with a Marlena Glenn head swap. The castle does give me Filmation vibes. I like it a whole lot more than I thought I would! Like the Sorceress figure: “He-Maaaaan come to Grayskuuuuuuullll”...
@omniriven98062 жыл бұрын
They did and it's expensive as hell
@brandonandcharlene95273 жыл бұрын
Just found this video. Thanks for comparing all 4 versions of the Castle. I had the original as a kid, then 200X ( never took it out of the package). Unfortunately I had to sell them both several years ago, but I am glad that kids and Collectors have a new one to look forward to.
@jeremyburdge85733 жыл бұрын
Awesome review Dan and seeing them side by side the Origins Castle gives off that filmation Castle Grayskull and our vintage one is more like the mini comics feel
@jamievaughn14852 жыл бұрын
I just got mine today, but sadly just started collecting and missed the Power Con exclusive set that had the space suit figure. No way I am paying hundreds for that so hopefully they'll release it again without all the Power Con stuff. Until then I got a reprint of the stickers and just re-created the cardboard one for now.
@choobooloo13 жыл бұрын
When I was a kid I use to hang the figures from the trap door.
@mandalorejangofett3 жыл бұрын
Man I love the art that’s what always got me as kid even with Transformers and GI Joe they use to the box art so well
@aussiecoastie722 жыл бұрын
I love it 😍 it’s soooo cool 😎 I think it’s fantastic that Mattel have decided to release this , And I absolutely love what they’ve done with the origin toyline 👏👏👏 … and Dan , you make me feel much better about being a grown man collecting toys 😂🤭
@RendersFX.3 жыл бұрын
good job PDanny! I have my original, the 200x, the classics castle and am still excited for this new origins for what it is to it's own line ( i dig the door on this a lot). I will be running a very basic grey/black wash over the outside and completing the brown wood accents to match the back of this box as exact as I can, without going in any extreme direction. Looking for the length and width of that dungeon sticker space, working on a 3D sculpt of it for myself and friends that will actually fit in that small space.
@manofmainstreet15033 жыл бұрын
Did you post pictures any where?
@francoisregis2155 Жыл бұрын
Just opened the box today I bought it 3 weeks ago I spend an hour playing with the features I never saw the original version. A friend of mine bought it for 75$ a year ago when it came out I got mine for 53$ in a clearance store (Saw battle cat and armor he man pack for 28$ there) and other Motu stuff In all its a very nice playset love the features in it all I need now is room to put it and more figs to put around. Very interesting video you did love the comparison you did with the other castles it sure gave me more knowledge about what they did for the castle.
@odessaflores48323 жыл бұрын
I just bought this and It is the best thing in my collection. I've been wanting this when I first saw he man back in 2005.
@COLLECTORSCORNER1979ANT2 жыл бұрын
I do really like the origins castle.Really like the paint job and overall item,what's included etc. Even as a kid the original vintage castle did used to niggle me with its lots of black paint around the eye sockets and nose socket area on the front of the castle.Way too much I thought. Nice to see this rectified on the newer origins castle.Will be very excited to get the origins castle soon. :-) AWESOME REVIEW DUDE AS ALWAYS,YOU ARE SO VERY THOROUGH. ;-) ALWAYS A REAL HELP.
@85wastedyears3 жыл бұрын
Finally tracked one down at a good price, arriving in the mail today. So excited!!
@oneminutefixed50032 жыл бұрын
Such an iconic playset, very glad to add this to my collection under 70€ shipped
@Michael-bq2hy3 жыл бұрын
I just happened to hop the Walmart site this morning and was able to order one, I'm so excited!
@mcpuffandstuff Жыл бұрын
Just bought mine, got it for just 30$ canadian, that's over 60$ off, can't wait for it to get here looks amazing
@denisc9763 жыл бұрын
hey Dan. I've been a Masters Fan since 84. I was so happy to find a Castle Grayskull today here in Germany, in store. Here's the bummer...my Sorceres figure came with only 1 arm. no left arm at all in the box. :( i dont really want to return my castle, but thats a real no go. it was the only one there,so im tempted to just keep it. still,that really sucks.
@TheLordUrban2 жыл бұрын
Did you try contacting Mattel directly?
@berrylictАй бұрын
This is what a review should look like!
@Tattoosandjorts3 жыл бұрын
Wasn’t sure if I wanted this, but man. It would look great in a display with all the figures and vehicles coming
@noahhenson16693 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video! Thank you for being so thorough and descriptive. I've got mine pre-ordered through ebay. My family of figures are looking forward to their new (old) home!
@drewlovelyhell48923 жыл бұрын
You're totally right. The original castle looks thousands of years old, slumped and decaying. The Origins castle looks like it was just built. But I do like that they got the black paint in the skull cavities, not just all over the place. If it was me, I'd give the whole thing a serious dressing down and make it look decrepit and derelict.
@jonathanchristie12343 жыл бұрын
PowerCon 2021...Your Space Suit is COMING!!!
@brianmaphar96853 жыл бұрын
thank you for your review. I recently got 1 for myself (living in Canada apparently has an advantage in this), and havent opened it yet. Will be my first, since I never owned the original castle. Looking forward to showcasing it on my shelve with the different figures.
@Curls105anarm2 жыл бұрын
Love the art on the front.
@bigred69782 жыл бұрын
I just got this today merry Christmas pixel Dan
@humancattoy77672 жыл бұрын
Finally got mine, after a very long wait.
@aboutthemetal87832 жыл бұрын
Best collectors toyline by far , 1, the in shop prices are excellent . 2,the very fact that you can find figures and vehicles in plenty of toy shops. 3,the packaging artwork and styling of the figures appeals to those of us who were around when he-man first aired ,and young kids of today ,are the reasons this line is so popular , I had a few he-man figures in the 80s and loved them ,but star war WAS my thing , I recently stopped collecting modern star wars , a few weeks ago I saw the he man figures in Smyth's toys ,the price ranged from £11:99 to 14:99 for figures , I now own skeletor, He-man, jitsu, buzz off, the sorcerer ,faker, fisto,evil Lyn, I intend to get up to date with everything released to retail and I'll continue to buy what ever Mattel release in the origins line.
@hulksmash81592 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the Fun Side.
@dwightjohnson66743 жыл бұрын
Got my new Castle Grayskul today l happy love Dwight Jr 😊
@Degro763 жыл бұрын
Ordered 3...one for me. One for each of my nephew's. Very excited
@robd13293 жыл бұрын
You must be rich
@Degro763 жыл бұрын
@@robd1329 I wish...I would be if I didn't collect. My house is a bungalow and I drive a Mitsubishi. Lol
@davidhenderson80163 жыл бұрын
I should get mine next month..I'm gonna order another one as well an your book to
@JonnyHyrulian2 жыл бұрын
I jst stumbled across this video and it brought back so many memories! I used to have the original when I was a kid
@cinnamonbun13793 жыл бұрын
I love this so much. I only have two complaints tbh, which are the lack of the space suit (which I'm betting is a future figure since there's a foot peg there, which makes me wonder if they might also release a Castle Grayskull Man and advertise it as being able to stand there as well, since I know that's how some people displayed the Classics one) and more importantly, the lack of a white Zoar, who we probably will never see get a single release (tbh I'd be surprised if they release regular Zoar as a single carded figure instead of as an accessory or something).
@SPGEN953 жыл бұрын
I just recently put a pre order in for this. I can't wait!
@bridazzel75883 жыл бұрын
This Sorceress Action figure looks like the 1987 movie Sorceress.
@lucdouce340011 ай бұрын
I've seen this in store a few times but held off buying it. So glad I did as on my weekly toy hunt I found one on sale for $79 Au or $50 usd pretty much at half price for here in Australia .
@davidjames52863 жыл бұрын
The biggest issue I had with the OG play set was the eyes. I hated the paint job they did on the eyes. This new one is perfect.
@MiKeMiDNiTe-77 Жыл бұрын
Wow I'm getting my one soon thanks for the great review I especially enjoyed the comparisons but I have to say even though vintage and origins are awesome the Classics would have to be the ultimate Castle G. Also if people want to they can spray the stickers when applied with clear acrylic to preserve and prevent scratching
@davecardoza47623 жыл бұрын
In my humble opinion I'll say that I prefer the original Castle Grayskull because it is just better looking and more true to a mysterious stone Castle that became a fortress of magic, mystery and power! 👍 Plus He Man, even atop Battlecat still fits through the castle entrance.
@toyhappyutube3 жыл бұрын
And the old one doesn’t have that awful line green on it
@EDFCentral2 жыл бұрын
Big Bad wants $95 Target wants $85 Yet the retail is $75 So why wont places sell it for retail? Greed? Anyway I got it from Target for my son as a Christmas present. Really awesome toy. Thanks for the review Dan!
@ReverendPONT3 жыл бұрын
Mattel Customer service is great so if anyone rips a sticker call them. I called them for a ripped sticker for my Grayskull Mania set and they took awesome care of me. Actually shipped me a whole new set since they didn't have the sticker in stock at the time. You're totally talking to someone in India though lol.
@kaylar58083 жыл бұрын
I second that statement. Mattel customer service is fantastic, my He-Man figure came without his weapons. I emailed Mattel, told them about it and even offered to purchase the weapons separately. They sent me a whole new He-Man figure free of charge!
@ReverendPONT3 жыл бұрын
@@kaylar5808 I still can't believe they sent me a entire ring plus the 2 figures also. So my 5yo Daughter has her own ring and figures now lol. Got it in about 2 weeks also. Very satisfied and I would have been OK with not getting one once they said they didn't have the part.
@mizzikedvalle21723 жыл бұрын
As far as I can tell the astronaut robot isn't there but the computer that attaches to The robot from the cutout image is An actual item incorporated in the New Castle which indicates that they might actually make the figure To actually connect to the computer as the cut out shows
@Pixel-dan3 жыл бұрын
That's what I hope!
@Andulvar3 жыл бұрын
This Castle Grayskull just needs a good sepia/ pine green wash on it and some more paint details and it wouldn't be that bad. Not hard to do with some thinned out oil paints.
@ChesterSaldivar2 жыл бұрын
Got one at the Mattel Toy Store in El Segundo California by accident! Went there to buy my girls barbies and at the cashier I saw this huge box! I thought I was mistaken but it was the Castle Grayskull! Bought it and wow it feels like the 80’s again lol! Any Dads out there that grew up in the 80’s this is a must have! Awesome flashbacks! 👍👍👍 Great vid!
@joeycuriel3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed it, Dan! I think your excitement for the brand really comes through the screen. We’ll keep watching! Cheers!
@jahlonjohnson61532 жыл бұрын
Nice review Pixel Dan. I used to have the original castle, but I don't remember the cardboard robot. Maybe my brother gave it to the dog. Aside from that, this really brought back memories. I can't wait to display mine.
@Wacky_Wonders3 жыл бұрын
Nice video. It's good to see all the new features. I definitely like it having foot pegs, as figures falling over is such a pain! I too am looking forward to seeing the space suit as a figure & you can bet it'll be labelled as "deluxe" with an extra head. Glad to see the vintage weapon's rack I sent you getting some screen time. Take care!
@tycondrius233 жыл бұрын
great video. I do think that robot/space suit will get a figure as there does seem to be a figure peg just at the right location behind the trap door for it. I do also hope that if and when they get to do a Snake mountain that they upscale it a bit so at least the walkways are proper usable by the figures :)
@jmac75632 жыл бұрын
The box art looks like the original castle - as in the actual shell we all had more than the new one
@sunnyfrisch3 жыл бұрын
The Skeletons have got shields similar to Battle Armir Skeletor.
@maverick72913 жыл бұрын
I'm definitely repainting mine once I receive it soon.
@jimbocem3 жыл бұрын
Like a black wash? Or full repaint?
@maverick72913 жыл бұрын
@@jimbocem I want to say a whole repaint but we'll see depending on my mood and time available to work on it.
@exoticcarfactsofficialchan70503 жыл бұрын
Great video review 👏😎 this was such an excellent side by side comparison. Definitely wanting to pick this new playset up. Thanks for the walkthrough 👍
@gez91453 жыл бұрын
Excellent, thorough review. I think they did a good job but share your sentiments about modern flimsy toy feel.
@vagnersilva4413 жыл бұрын
Oh man i love this collection from he man i have the first castle of grayskull 1983 love heman thundercats rambo galaxy rangers dinosaucers and many cartoons from 1980 i am brazilian from salvador thank you very much man
@thespaceram28793 жыл бұрын
Say hello to Blanka from Street Fighter 2 for me since he is your close neighbor.
@mantrax0493 Жыл бұрын
I love 2002 series, watched all versions except 1990s tv show. Got mine Origins Castle Grayskull several days ago.
@bentonrp3 жыл бұрын
Fun Fact: Castle Grayskull has a 'skull' appearing somewhere on its facade. Can YOU find it?
@RMAILLER3 жыл бұрын
Looks nice, but I will use my vintage castle to display the new figures alongside the vintage figures, they scale good together and they look nice!
@toonytube24443 жыл бұрын
Your Vintage-Grayskull has a very black face! 😮 Mine looked different.
@WebVManReturns3 жыл бұрын
What? A less Black face like Steve Martin in “The Jerk”?
@toyhappyutube3 жыл бұрын
I really hate the "lime green" accents on the new one
@mgshock3 жыл бұрын
A lot of the colors in the origins line are brighter than their vintage counterparts.
@arjunb80 Жыл бұрын
Mattel needs to remember that it's not a Barbie playset. It's supposed to belong in a nightmare landscape, all dark and sinister. Why so light and bright? Do you agree Dan? The vintage still is the thing for me.
@facetina3 жыл бұрын
Great indepth review. This is a must!
@Dented_Battle_Armor3 жыл бұрын
Got This on preorder. Great memories
@justinriley30962 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to put in a Diorama set up
@charlockprime3 жыл бұрын
Great review, Dan. Thank you! I'll definitely be picking this up for my kids, if/when I see it in stores.
@slendybendygames96033 жыл бұрын
Pixel dan the legend is back
@Damian_Addington3 жыл бұрын
I hope they make a second new version. With the robot suit. Plus 2 golden skulls that could also be used as regular figure heads. And perhaps even a battle station similar to that from the 200x series. Oh, and a dungeon wall.
@godsrebel58052 жыл бұрын
Great review and I would definitely buy one I think the price is fair and it is an awesome upgrade
@ricardoricardo29003 жыл бұрын
There's actually a little hole in the second floor, just where the space suit it's supposed to be
@ricardoricardo29003 жыл бұрын
Damm, i just notice that the floor for the whole castle is kind of floating, now we may get the dungeon expansion!
@jamesjustice45153 жыл бұрын
That classic gray skull is beautiful. First time I've seen it.
@Dented_Battle_Armor3 жыл бұрын
The Mega Construx figures is perfectly to scale to the castle
@fansform3 жыл бұрын
Tremendous review! Thanks, Dan!
@pinoi783 жыл бұрын
Just preordered mine from BBTS. OMG that box art is delicious.
@creaturion_cosplay6 ай бұрын
totally agree on the organic part
@masterfarr82653 жыл бұрын
I just ordered mine.
@NitroCigarette3 жыл бұрын
It's okay to say it feels cheap... you don't have to sugarcoat it by saying it feels modern. It's no secret that toys, a lot of them, today are made with cheap materials and max profit in mind. I hate being that guy, but it's no secret you and Mattel are very close, but some form of honesty and fearlessness would be nicer to see here and there.
@kevinm.35063 жыл бұрын
Toys these days ARE very cheap in the type of plastic. I returned the new Hasbro Thanos because it had no weight to it. When I taped on it, it all felt very hollow including the legs. As if it was 3D printed on an entry level printer vs McFarlane's dense/heavy ABS DC figs. Devestator weighs almost 1 lb. It's really solid. Even NECAs TMNT animation line is a heavier, more solid plastic. These mainstream toy companies have become really cheap. I'm glad to see Super7, NECA and McFarlane toys take over the good stuff.
@Pixel-dan3 жыл бұрын
I felt like I was very honest in this video, but whatevs.
@NitroCigarette3 жыл бұрын
@@Pixel-dan "But whatevs'' lol, okay Dan... You don't seem to be too good with taking criticism. I know you're honest but it's glaringly obvious you also pick your words very carefully so as to not upset your ''friends'' and I'm not the only one that sees this. I've seen multiple people bring this up.
@Dusty_B3 жыл бұрын
While I agree that saying something feels cheap, shouldn't be taboo, I don't see why you think Dan was being dishonest. I mean you could obviously tell what he was talking about and being kind with criticism is still criticism. Honestly his description of the plastic is a lot more descriptive, for lack of a better word. Dishonest would be saying something like "it feels so weighty like it's made of actual stone. It's so good".
@dwightjohnson66743 жыл бұрын
Yes Castle Grayskul last Wednesday it Come okay Dwight Jr 😊 love box with Castle Grayskul fun with this new Castle love Dwight Jr 😊
@darthprime49163 жыл бұрын
I love the new wooden plank floors
@Playitstraight442 жыл бұрын
Please note the unused notches in the floor where that missing space suit might end up filling. (: Love this set. I appreciate its design sensibilities and overall improvements from the original. Definitely a must-have in any He-Man collection.
@michaelwegman7223 жыл бұрын
I can't believe how awful the 200X Grayskull looks compared to vintage, Classics and Origins.
@Pixel-dan3 жыл бұрын
It's the ugliest, for sure!
@masterfarr82653 жыл бұрын
@@Pixel-dan didn't it also have an add on? like a tower or something?
@SeansModelBuilds3 жыл бұрын
Is Vintage the name for the Original 1080s Toy Line?
@fartfacefromspace56783 жыл бұрын
@@SeansModelBuilds *1980’s and yes! It is! (To be more precise the line started in 1981)
@johnokeefe45703 жыл бұрын
@@fartfacefromspace5678 pretty sure it came out 1982 the figures were manufactured in 1981 thats why it says 1981 on the boots of the 1982 figures
@sethious13 жыл бұрын
Great review, and I just pre-ordered your book can't wait to check that out
@treyjohnson4035 Жыл бұрын
Stridor's corral Snaps onto it
@ultramaximusreviews3 жыл бұрын
I feel like the new has more of a Filmation look
@Linkaden3 жыл бұрын
Wow, its been awhile since i've seen you dude. I guess KZfaq buried you at the bottom of my subscriptions, but hey now I know your still here and rocking an awesome beard. Keep it up Dan!
@polyzsub3 жыл бұрын
great vid like always dude!! the shape of the plastic around the dungeon grate looks like they could make a future add on of a 3d grate with all the monsters to place on top of the sticker one.