{"id":414964,"date":"2026-07-28T08:33:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T08:33:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/414964\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T08:33:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T08:33:31","slug":"you-dont-need-a-ticket-to-san-diego-comic-con-to-grab-the-latest-merch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/414964\/","title":{"rendered":"You Don\u2019t Need a Ticket to San Diego Comic-Con to Grab the Latest Merch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/tech\/services-and-software\/comic-con-2026-new-trailers-blade-runner-more-2\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/tech\/services-and-software\/comic-con-2026-new-trailers-blade-runner-more-2\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">San Diego Comic-Con<\/a> is almost over, but the latest merch drops (or preorder links) are still around. The pop culture convention is now a behemoth that encompasses the best cinema, series and cosplays from our favorite fantasy, video game, anime series and more. It ends Sunday. However, you can grab cool merch from your favorites now, or you can get ready to preorder as well.<\/p>\n<p>Plenty of gear is already available for purchase or preorder online, and CNET\u2019s shopping experts have put together a list of all the SDCC must-haves below. We\u2019ll continue to update this list as we get new drops throughout the event, so be sure to check back often.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also worth noting that new merch like this can sell out in a flash, so if you see something you want, you should get your order in sooner rather than later. <\/p>\n<p>Best new merch from SDCC 2026<\/p>\n<p>Hasbro: Collectibles for Zelda, KPop Demon Hunters and more<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"576\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/K-Pop-Demon-Hunters-Sword-1.jpg\" alt=\"KPOP DEMON HUNTERS Rumi Sain-Geom Premium Electronic Sword\" class=\"wp-image-4793308\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>Hasbro is bringing the heat with tons of new collectibles this year. There are over a dozen new figures and replicas already available, with even more on the way throughout the weekend. Preorders are open now, and some items have already sold out.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Funko: New limited-edition figures<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"576\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Funko-SDCC-2026.jpg\" alt=\"Three Funko figures against a green gradient CNET background.\" class=\"wp-image-4793309\"  \/>Funko\/CNET<\/p>\n<p>Funko has something for every fandom this Comic-Con, including new figures for fans of One Piece, Invincible, Star Wars and more. There are even some limited-edition figures that you\u2019ll have to enter a draw for a chance to buy, including this 20-figure SDCC2026 bundle for superfans.<\/p>\n<p>Mattel: Toys, apparel and more<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"576\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Mattel-Halo-Warthog.jpg\" alt=\"A Warthog building kit against a yellow gradient CNET background.\" class=\"wp-image-4793421\"  \/>Mattel\/CNET<\/p>\n<p>Mattel\u2019s got tons of new gear to help you show off your nerdy side this year. There\u2019s new apparel for Monster High and Masters of the Universe fans, along with Hot Wheels toys, WWE action figures and even a new Halo UNSC M12 Warthog building kit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Mondo: High-end figures<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"576\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Mondo-Undercover-Turtles.jpg\" alt=\"All four Ninja Turtle figures against a red gradient CNET background.\" class=\"wp-image-4793503\"  \/>Mondo\/CNET<\/p>\n<p>Mondo makes some seriously detailed figures for hard-core collectors, and it\u2019s got some new pieces that you can pick up right now. Its Masters of the Universe 200X Keldor and Ghostbusters Citizen Ghost figures are only available through Tuesday, and there are also new Deadpool and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle figures.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Walmart Collector Con<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"576\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Marvel-Legends-Sereis-Doctor-Doom-toy.jpg\" alt=\"Marvel Legends Sereis Doctor Doom toy\" class=\"wp-image-4794785\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>Walmart is getting into the Comic-Con spirit by running its own event with tons of figures, vehicles and more on offer. With Street Fighter, Star Wars and Transformers (and more!) all represented, we\u2019re sure there will be something for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>What is San Diego Comic-Con?<\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s technically a comic book convention, SDCC is also much, much more. It\u2019s one of the biggest all-around pop culture events of the year, and it also covers movies, TV shows, video games, anime and more. Plus, it typically brings huge announcements, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/tech\/services-and-software\/comic-con-2026-new-trailers-blade-runner-more-2\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/tech\/services-and-software\/comic-con-2026-new-trailers-blade-runner-more-2\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">exciting reveals<\/a> and lots of amazing new merch.<\/p>\n<p>When is San Diego Comic-Con 2026?<\/p>\n<p>San Diego Comic-Con is a four-day event that usually takes place sometime in July. This year\u2019s event kicked off on July 23 and is set to run through Sunday, July 26. Keep in mind that most of the biggest reveals are saved for the end, so you\u2019ll want to keep an eye on things throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n<p>What has been announced at this year\u2019s Comic-Con?<\/p>\n<p>Though we\u2019re not even halfway into the event, we\u2019ve already got some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/tech\/services-and-software\/comic-con-2026-new-trailers-blade-runner-more-2\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/tech\/services-and-software\/comic-con-2026-new-trailers-blade-runner-more-2\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">exciting announcements<\/a>. SDCC 2026 has given us our first look at the highly anticipated Blade Runner 2099 limited series, the Avatar: Seven Havens animated show, season 3 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and much more. Plus, we\u2019re expecting even more reveals throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img alt=\"Max McHone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1033ca9d-cbd4-4f1b-ab3a-b6484de03411.jpg\"  class=\"avatar avatar-64 photo\" height=\"64\" width=\"64\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMax is a freelance writer on CNET&#8217;s commerce team with a passion for film, TV, gaming and all things pop culture. When he&#8217;s not covering the latest tech, he can usually be found backpacking the world, training in martial arts or watching way too many movies at home.<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/profiles\/max-mchone\/\" rel=\"author nofollow noopener\" class=\"articleAuthorBioFooter_link\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSee full bio\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"San Diego Comic-Con is almost over, but the latest merch drops (or preorder links) are still around. 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