The toys set to branch into the world of manga are currently Hot Wheels and Barbie. The first sets of the manga are slated to be published in 2026. A Baldur's Gate 3 player shows off their ...
Mattel and TOKYOPOP are collaborating to create manga based on Hot Wheels and Barbie. Manga and anime are becoming more mainstream in Western media, making collaboration opportunities rise.
Some of the toy makers’ hottest properties will be getting a manga-styled graphic novel series for Mattel’s Hot Wheels and Barbie. The first titles are set to debut in print in early 2026.
Tokyopop and Mattel have announced a partnership to develop original manga-style graphic novels for children ages 8-12 based on Mattel's Hot Wheels and Barbie brands. The first titles, including a ...