NECA ALPHA PREDATOR Action Figure Review

When it comes to Predator action figures, I think it's safe to say one company has the market cornered. Does that mean this release will be as good as possible or will they just go through the motions knowing people will buy it anyway?
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[@Ryan_TheBold]

There is more detail and paint on almost any NECA Predator than some entire waves of Legends.

[@Synthesyn342]

It’s kind of sad that I have to agree with this...

[@S4MHAIN_YT]

@@paltrax even so, not even the accessories have good paint work

[@makeapathpresents]

A huge part of the hype is that mask and armor. It's made from the original movie monster design. When ya look up images you'll see. So paying homage to that alone was a pretty exciting deal. Plus, he amazing all aroubd! Haha I do hope they release an alternate head version!

[@kain2924]

Wow, i didn't know that thanks for the fun fact :3

[@kain2924]

@@theramblinmahoney2316 i also heard that the plastic quality is higher on this release

[@ArtificialIntelligenceMuseum]

whaaa?! Ronny is here? :D how u doing, man?

[@suttonsantino1607]

I know I'm kind of randomly asking but does anybody know a good site to stream newly released series online ?

[@alexliam9786]

@Sutton Santino I use flixzone. You can find it by googling =)

[@Yats6417]

The McFarlane figs are 20$ but they're unique sculpts ! Hasbro knows they can get away with being lazy I guess (-_-)

[@Novapoid]

This figure really makes everyone wonder if Hasbro isn't ripping people off. To be completely honest, I'm not a fan of the design; I think it's too try-hard. However, I agree the figure has an AMAZING value & sculpt. More importntly, the engineering is very promising for the future. I cannot wait for more Predator releases of new designs/2.0 releases using all these new joints (although I do hope they improve the joints' tightness).

[@EMDRONES]

Def not try hard perfect for what it is

[@sombrehillvods]

@@EMDRONES Yeah but at least he can appreciate the sculpt and the figure itself, even if its not his taste

[@MasqueradePW]

I absolutely love this figure. Having collected a sizable heap of NECA predator figures, the thing that stands out about this one is the QC. I have a full box of predators that can't be displayed because they turn to shit so quickly but this one was flawless. The paint, the new joints (most notably the ankles), the new materials. (The plastic is a lot nicer and softer than usual in areas where necessary which is so nice) So yes, most NECA predators are nice but this one is just that much better than the previous releases. Great video as usual though!

[@notnerwell4323]

Which predator can you recommend as the first in the collection?

[@MasqueradePW]

@@notnerwell4323 Everybody needs the classic Jungle Hunter but beyond that, you should pick whichever you like the most.

[@notnerwell4323]

@@MasqueradePW I am choosing between alpha, classic and ahab

[@MasqueradePW]

@@notnerwell4323 My personal preference is Alpha because of how much more solid it feels than the older molds

[@notnerwell4323]

@@MasqueradePW Thanks :D

[@finnmeister]

So the helmet is an homage to the original Predator suit which was made by FX legend Steve Johnson but wasn't used because it just looked crap and didn't work practically. But a lot of folks think that Johnson designed the suit, whereas in actual fact he was working from designs by another artist that director John McTiernan insisted on...

[@diogosimonramos]

"it makes them all look silly" MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY

[@brooksysdead]

I died at the beta predator joke 😂😂😂

[@yourfallenangle]

If anyone is having trouble keeping the mask on or it won't fit, I highly recommend heating the inside of the mask, like really heated, with a blow dryer, then put it directly on to the face and holding it there until it hardens again, and no it doesn't wreck the paint! And it keeps the shape once removed too, then it the on and off like a charm!

[@neildelaguila5575]

No need to heat the mask, I recently purchased this figure, and the mask has to be put in the correct way to fit in, after you do it will remain still

[@leechefski]

I think the buzz about this figure is that it's the first predator that Neca have designed and created themselves from scratch, and they even wrote a backstory to shoehorn him into Yautja lore. He isn't pulled from a comic or a movie or anywhere else, and is almost totally unique. Almost. His helmet/mask is based on the original insectoid predator suit that was worn by Jean Claude van Damme... until both he and the suit were sacked due to impracticalities, and Kevin Peter Hall and Stan Winston were drafted in to save the movie. It's also Neca's 100th predator release, and can be unlocked with the included code as a bonus character in the PS4 game "Predator: Hunting Grounds".

[@Mmagnus7]

Beta predator still sounds like a better figure than some marvel legends. Dope review Anthony. I haven't been keeping up with necca pred releases but I like this one a lot.

[@EXPENDABLE50]

It's jarring how little you get with a ML compared to this and other Neca figs

[@kingrooper]

Looks like I'll be getting two of them instead of one overpriced Figma, my first Neca Predator at that too. How do Neca even get this awesome thing at that price point is beyond crazy. Totally sold on this review man.

[@DarthVenamis]

My local comic shop has this dude. Can't wait to pick him up. Neca killing it. Excited for the Feral as well

[@derekhall3003]

"Coming soon... we'll have a Beta-Predator, he comes with a soy latte" 😂🤣

[@gmoney1664]

Looks excellent. Have only got the Ultimate Predator from the original film and its brilliant. Recently picked up the Neca Gremlins too, and very impressed by Neca in general

[@KMarosz]

I was super sad to hear that NECA is stopping their Godzilla line. I love my big G's from them and because they're cheaper than Monsterarts I can buy more of them! I have some other stuff from them too that I really enjoy! NECA does a pretty alright job!

[@jboogie8159]

After the alpha predator release , they need friend zone predator.

[@specialk3357]

Beta Predator= no armor or weapons just love for the big dawg who keeps him safe at night 😆.

[@mr.slightlymad4496]

Just bought mine and oh boy, he might be the best figure in my collection. He stands out really well and the accesories are awesome! Thanks for honest review and proffesionalism.

[@AnthonysCustoms]

Thanks a lot

[@arthurf2546]

Man I love predators, I love the franchise and the figures

[@Powzernation]

hes also apparently made of a new slightly softer plastic which is meant to help with the articulation

[@CallMeEitan]

That's quite a good looking Predator figure right there

[@vipshark12]

I want to see you do Halo infinite action figures review.

[@PixelPickle-rk3ym]

So do I

[@lil.yeastinfection]

YESS!

[@AnthonysCustoms]

I will

[@saudade969]

I love how it looks like the original concept design of the predator

[@cincila6981]

Looks like Blue Deadpool review will be interesting

[@raidwlmoontero6985]

Wow. You just convinced me to get one

[@tommyboy6267]

Thank you so much for the "paper trick"...re: loose joints. Have a Neca Alien figure with a jacked foot joint. The foot fell off right out of the box. I was going to glue it but tried your method...and it works wonderfully. Cheers.

[@jeeziss8563]

I mean i love all my predators but this one just does it for me so well. My girl calls him my "teady bear" bc i keep him on my night-stand so he's the last thing i see when i go to bed lol. A figure this size with so much going on, he can pull off some amazing poses. His articulation and balance are out of this world, i can't recommend him strongly enough. And the poster he comes with with the checklist is super cool. Yeah, awesome figure, great review as always. Thanks and i hope you have a pleasant day...

[@AnthonysCustoms]

Thanks a lot.

[@juanmauricio9135]

What figure is the best clan leader or alpha predator

[@prodigy-kt8pf]

They are both great in theyre own right. Its hard to say which one is better as he talks in the video. Clan leader is an awesome piece bc of the old kenner line, plus the read up on the figure makes it even better. Same goes for alpha tho so it's just what you like better. For me both are great figures to have but if I had to choose one since I own both. Alpha seals the deal with me

[@amandaortega3335]

As a figure alpha because newer articulation and less qc issues

[@predatorrose641]

I actually didn’t realize it was a 100th Predator special till I fully pay attention to it.

[@flabbergasted7237]

Thia design is in Predator: Hunting Grounds and its really good

[@GioElMero]

The mask was oversized in the game

[@m5x808]

I like how instead of wasting the og predator concepts, they turn it into a new predator

[@jasonmckillip5936]

These predator figures are the best bang for your buck action figure out right now. I don't think it's even close

[@mervsmercado9191]

Was mulling over getting this for a few weeks, then decided to purchase this a few days ago after I saw your review. Now that I have this on hand, I can easily say this is my favorite Predator figure out of my lot of preds (I don't have a sizable lot, just a few, well-selected ones). He looks very 'primal' :D Awesome figure.

[@rsbbutler1314]

the hundredth? people like round numbers? the face mask is an Easter egg of the original Predator character design as well when it was Van Dam running around in an insect-like suit.

[@0newithmisery]

There is such hype around this figure, among other things, because the mask is based on the original Predator design. When Van Damme was supposed to play the Predator. The mask you didn't show in your video.

[@specialk3357]

I forgot the JCVD connection, it’s been awhile 😝. Man, the what if’s there. Splits in the trees 🌲 🌲

[@TheDARKNESS8030]

Why is everyone just now talking about hasbro dooping you for years? I mean the bucky cap mold...but we buy them because who else is gonna make any comic character by the wave. i think part of the hype is that to the pred fans this one is special. Its not a comic/movie/game character or a Kenner tribute. Its an all new unique anniversary figure. Its just something we've never seen before. I mean I never really thought of prehistoric preds. You kinda always think of them being pretty high tech and that they just always been that way. I think its just payoff for all the years collecting them i guess. I know I'm super excited for it.

[@jbirdcw187]

Agree

[@specialk3357]

Amen.

[@nori4051]

just asking if you will be reviewing the mcfarlane Dark night metal line? also your thoughts on their SDCC DC reveals.

[@LAH-oq7vx]

It's cool because of the story behind it.

[@elarrioguajardo208]

I'd like to get this Predator and pair him up with my Alien Prototype Suite Big Chap since they're both based on early concepts and initial suit designs

[@vincentm8459]

I got one and I love it I can’t believe how good the work is for only 30$

[@pitbullproductions927]

Does anyone know the name of this predator 10:10

[@graefx]

I might have to go mask on. I love the reference to the original predator design

[@viniidalgo9065]

"Beta Predator" 😂😂 I want them to make one for real now.

[@tfmaster9363]

This is hands down the best neca predator. It’s such a shame that mine has super floppy legs and can’t stand up on his own feet...

[@DerekMoore82]

Though you can fix loose joints with floor cleaner finish, it works. There's KZbin videos showing before and after.

[@void7176]

Honestly I want neca or McFarlane to have the invincible license

[@brixzusjaeger3385]

Just preordered my copy from big bad toy store. First predator figure and I’m pretty hyped. I usually only collect sh figuarts, storm collectibles, and figma.

[@bigj0550]

Thinking about picking him up soon. Been playing his class in the hunting grounds game and its pretty damned fun.

[@KitbashCustoms]

I helmet my preds, the armor is the selling point for me imo and like the old saying goes “that’s one ugly motherf***er”

[@specialk3357]

100%. They all look the same (bearing colors mostly) and that helmet/armor is the magic. Look at the new Armored Lost Predator, nothing w/o those things....Lasershot more than any lol.

[@colt4573]

I’ve never really had a big interest in getting a predator figure until I seen this one. So I jumped at it when I seen it in target yesterday. Lol I totally agree, that face should never be covered.

[@SLURM187]

That skin in the game is based on this original design from NECA.

[@colt4573]

SLURM 187 yeah I know. It’s super sweet.

[@prodigy-kt8pf]

We get they all are incredible, butthis is very different especially if you're a predator fan. Bc it was suppose to be the original suit that was going to be in the film. His armor and bio mask known as the "amengi". Im a huge predator fan and this paticular predator out classes all the other preds in my opinion. So yeah its a big deal lol. Nice review but once again if youre a predator fan this is a big deal

[@electricsoup4142]

I just got this crazy preditor yesterday

[@Hook2099]

I always helmet my predator but that's because I'm into knights, robots and masks

[@DerekMoore82]

I change the poses on my figures every so often. So sometimes a Predator will have a mask.. sometimes he won't. It's random.

[@xeanheart]

Really hoping NECA does an Ultimate Edition of their Sinestro Corp Predator someday.

[@AnthonysCustoms]

It basically is already

[@specialk3357]

You could literally re-paint the new armored lost predator, just saying bc down to the armor is the same when I looked side by side except the yellow constructs of course. Just an idea.

[@MikeyDLooffy]

Noone: Anthony: "OnLy 3o DoLlArS."

[@kaaillautaroalarconnavarro7768]

I AGREE with you...NECA predators are absolutely killer. obviously the mass-production allows to produce some " failed" ones, like random eye, paint details or maybe a fragile joint. BUT, the prices¡¡¡..FOR THE JOB, accesories, and realism, neca predators are really really soft in how much they cost. i KNOW that marvel legends are based on comics mostly, but the truth is that pay ( in chile) 50 dollars for a marvel legends...??..nahh...the plastic is like the one used with toys for kids...neca predators are so realistic that they look like in certain point of the day will start to speak and walk xD. This alpha pretador is just badass....just look at the armor¡¡¡ ..reminds me of the falmer armor in skyrim ajajaja...i have purchased lasershot and ahab recently, and no doubts, absolutely fine pieces of work. the only complain that i have with neca predators are some joints..some of them are very easy to break :/

[@nlmarkas]

I think I found one of these at either Best Buy or Target for like, $40 Maybe it's just that Necas are more expensive in this part of the country. In fact, I don't think I've ever found one for less than $38 retail 🤷‍♂️ As far as the QotD goes: it depends on the way the figure looksーhow unique their face is, like some of the Lost Tribe membersーand whatever overall aesthetic I'm going for at the time. With this fig, I switch back and forth. The one issue I had with my Alpha was that his right pauldron kept popping off =(

[@kaybedford4026]

It’s super hype because the homage to the original predator costume

[@saffron8199]

I love the figure. Shame that the mandible on mine was nearly coming off. Managed to repair it with modeling clay though.

[@dubitorleaveit]

Does this alpha also have the neca marking under his feet? Because mine has not.

[@AnthonysCustoms]

idk. where did you get yours?

[@dubitorleaveit]

@@AnthonysCustoms orderd from a store in holland. The box looks real and the 2 posters are also included so everything looks oke as well as the wires. The figure itself looks real for sure else they did a damn good job faking it. It comes from a store with a good reputation.

[@AnthonysCustoms]

i wouldnt worry then

[@dubitorleaveit]

@@AnthonysCustoms thanks for your answer,appreciate it.

[@Hook2099]

This has "Ruffle my Jimmies" certified stamp on it.

[@Ultratron563]

I think people have just gotten tired of the constant reuse of bodies. So to see a whole new body is pretty exciting, especially since it looks like it's going to be used for the ultimate super predators from Predators

[@nilmarkas5406]

I just got this guy on eBay for $38 xD Still... worth it. This is probably my favorite now -- and that's saying a lot, because I have some really badass Yautja figurines 😎 Yes, I am a nerd. I wanna tell you all that if you're buying Necas online, watch out. Don't buy any that are shipping from China, for several reasons -.-

[@mingtranvice]

Good morning gang ✌

[@TimothyLau55]

6:04 Good thinking. I want to go to seaside to gather some "weapons" now.

[@surewin1773]

Whoa I’ve been waiting forever for you to review this!

[@Yats6417]

I'd love to buy this, put the mask on and then pose it with a 7 inch scale Aquaman ! Cause the mask makes the pred look like an aquatic creature

[@heyitschris8888]

*Anthony just casually flexes his $200 serpent hunter predator*

[@AnthonysCustoms]

they go for that much now? i just grabbed the first avp pred i saw on the shelf.

[@heyitschris8888]

@@AnthonysCustoms yeah, ive alwaya wanted one but i missed it :(

[@arthurmorgan1007]

Those predlocks are so badass

[@CyborgSodaCollects]

Can't wait to unbox him 🔥 I knew you'd go 9.5 ha ha Makes legends look like burger toys.

[@surewin1773]

Do think more people are excited about this one bc it’s a brand new body sculpt? Also it’s the 100th figure, too so maybe people want to get it bc it’s a milestone figure. Could also be bc it pays homage to the JCVD predator. I personally love it-

[@ProjectC28Channel]

This is a gorgeous figure. Wow. The last one i bought was the king with the red cape but this is on my list .

[@TheMattTrakker]

I know very little about predator other than watching the movies and actually paying attention to maybe one of them...but I bought this cuz it looks dope.

[@slinkyG_13]

Just found this figure at target . I had to buy it's amazing 👏 love it ! Sadly now it coast 40 dollars but well worth it ! 👌

[@danielball5261]

I utterly hate marvel legends figures. Don't care for these predator figures much either. Seeing that action figure reviews content is dead ass of late. I've been checking these due to my wife wanting these figures. So thanks for having these up. Good figures or not to me. She digs them all. So thanks and keep rock'n.

[@TFarie]

hee guys i have question how many predators are there, from these serries, and where can i see that, im from the netherlands,and is diffelcult to order there ,

[@williamflowers7927]

That's a awesome predator action figure👍

[@pants989]

Hey now, the camo-pants Emissary Predators were great too. Call them ugly, call them stupid, but they're not worse than the average Predator fig from Neca.

[@AnthonysCustoms]

The camo was

[@5on103]

2 years later... Marvel Legends are 27-35 dollars...So in past time you could get this masterpiece for 3 more dollars than today's Darwin Marvel Legend...

[@donutsteak8425]

I like the ones with the camo gear

[@Ultrazilla]

Really want to get this...

[@coolusernamechecksout]

Hey Anthony have you seen the new DC figure reveal from McFarlane? are you you going to do a first impression video like what you did with the first wave?

[@AnthonysCustoms]

Yes. No. They mostly look fine and aren't the first batch anymore so there's less reason to discuss them.

[@AnubisCEF]

Alpha comes with a pretty interesting back story as well. Comparatively, Alpha is like Kahless of the Klingons from Star Trek. If you are familiar with Kahless, you know what I'm talking about. The first real leader, unifier of the species. Also the Alpha's name is Kail. So, one can't help but wonder if that was Neca's intent to reference the Klingon's great hero/legend. This is a fantastic figure. I hope Neca continues doing them. A little worried, now that Disney has taken the reigns and handed it off to Marvel, partly. Hopefully they don't cancel Neca's line and have them released by Hasbro....... eww.

[@Oseshh]

guys do all Neca figures have a branding on their foot? cause my alpha predator don't have one, but it looks legit and comes with every accessories except for the DLC.

[@specialk3357]

Where did ya buy it and is the plastic soft or really stiff?

[@gagetolinwrites6845]

Damn it; now I'm going to get into the NECA Predators line. My wallet is hurting

[@specialk3357]

I’m dying already! I saw the Lost Armored and could not leave it at Target. Then I get an email that the Alpha was back in stock online at Target and how could I not w/ a 25% deal, down we go....both some of the best from NECA for sure.

[@UnfunnE]

NECA is incredible. Most of my collection is NECA.

[@GoldenWhistle]

It'd nice if neca make their predators with great articulations.

[@VorpalSlade]

In terms of price, showed my friend my Lost Predator and he asked how much it was, when I told him he was seriously shocked, he said if he had to guess he would have said £60.

[@remmy1219]

I always helmet my Predators.

[@johanridder1]

Sooooo when is Neca going to change their hip structures? literally every single figure I have from NECA suffer from loose to loose-ish hip joints, I just don't get it any more.

[@hellbillygoebig9446]

Alpha is why I have 11 neca preds now. Plus at least $80 burned on neca blind bags🤣🤘

[@rjzavala87]

Cant wait to get mine from bbts. Great review. Funny.

[@BBG_dam]

Where in the heck did you get it?! I got mine for $70 in amazon.

[@AnthonysCustoms]

Bbts when it came out

[@BBG_dam]

@@AnthonysCustoms omg I love ur vids

[@BBG_dam]

@@AnthonysCustoms and I also find your videos very helpful

[@AnthonysCustoms]

Happy to help

[@Nerdypotato9716]

“ I’m going to give this a final verdict of...” and then I get two ads.

[@AnthonysCustoms]

really? i dont place my ads manually. they nailed the cliffhanger with the automated placement.

[@Nerdypotato9716]

AnthonysCustoms, I guess KZbin knows how to build suspense.

[@AliUdWk]

30 Bucks Here in Brazil its selling by 400 to 600 its so difficult to try and be a colletcor in Brazil Even the rest of the neca predator line sells by a 100 to 200 bucks its so stupid man

[@woolfieMcP]

"...jimmies...rustled" Man, I had forgotten that

[@Gon3600]

cool

[@xelar001]

The helmet is based on the original look of the Predator before the redesign.

[@raglyph]

Saw this guy randomly in target and picked him up. I wasnt interested in him until then. Neca is kicking @$$! That jason figure they revealed is 🤯🤯🤯

[@SauravMukherjee25]

Your review is actually making me wanna buy this figure... and i am not even a Predator fan👹👹🙈🙈