Hasbro Unveils G.I. Joe Cold Slither Heavy Metal Box Set

IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive first look at Hasbro's latest addition to the G.I. Joe Classified line, and it's nothing short of spectacular. The new box set showcases the infamous Cobra villain Zartan and his Dreadnoks, fully transformed into the heavy metal band Cold Slither.

Dubbed the G.I. Joe Classified: Dreadnoks Cold Slither - Band of Vipers action figure set, this collection draws inspiration from a memorable episode of the classic G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero series. This set is set to be one of Hasbro's exclusive releases at San Diego Comic-Con this summer. Dive into the slideshow gallery below for a detailed view of this remarkable set:

G.I. Joe Classified: Dreadnoks Cold Slither - Band of Vipers Image Gallery

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The Cold Slither set features meticulously crafted 6-inch figures of Zartan, Ripper, Buzzer, and Torch, all geared up for their Band of Vipers World Tour concert. Accompanying these figures are an impressive array of 29 accessories, which include musical instruments such as a guitar, bass, keytar, and a complete drum set. The packaging itself is a collector's dream, designed to replicate the Springfield Theater.

This exclusive set will be available for purchase at San Diego Comic-Con, happening from July 24-27, 2025. For those unable to attend, a limited number of sets will also be available on the Hasbro Pulse website post-event.

For fans seeking a more nostalgic experience, Hasbro has partnered with Super7 to launch the Cold Slither Zartan figure in Super7's ReAction+ line. This 3.75-inch figure mirrors the classic A Real American Hero toys, featuring O-Ring construction and vintage-style packaging. A unique feature of this figure is its ability to glow in the dark after UV light exposure, and it comes with microphone and guitar accessories. Priced at $20, preorders for this figure begin on April 3 at 9:15am PT on the Super7 website.

Embracing the musical theme even further, Hasbro is collaborating with Reigning Phoenix Music to release an actual Cold Slither album. Here's the official description of what fans can expect:

In 2025, Cold Slither, the iconic heavy metal rock band from G.I. Joe lore, are releasing their highly anticipated debut album. Headlined by the phenomenal self-titled anthem "Cold Slither," the album delivers 10 electrifying tracks that blend searing distorted guitar riffs, pounding rhythms, and irresistibly catchy, anthemic choruses.

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