Get ready, toy fans, because the Martian invasion is glowing brighter than ever! Today I’m digging into the Super7 Mars Attacks Martian Invasion Glow Wave 2 figures, breaking down their features, offering a candid take, and even shining a light (literally) on their Topps trading card roots. These are bold, stylised homages to a legendary sci-fi property, and they may just be the standout figures of Super7’s ULTIMATES! line this year.
Release Date: Estimated December 2025 (some retailers say November)
MSRP / Price: Approx. £52 to £60 / US $65 to $72
Edition Size: Made-to-order, regional exclusivity likely through Super7 and select retailers
Manufacturer / License: Super7, official Mars Attacks™ license
Mars Attacks Glow Edition Wave 2 details, features, and accessories
This 7-inch scale figure takes its cues from the first card in Topps’ original Mars Attacks series, Card #1 titled The Invasion Begins. The Martian is sculpted with wild-eyed menace, a transparent dome revealing that oversized exposed brain, and a grin that says he’s not just here for sightseeing.
The real magic happens when the lights go off. This is one of the most effective glow-in-the-dark treatments I’ve seen in a while, especially when paired with blacklight or LED shelf lighting. The figure glows a toxic green that makes the character feel even more otherworldly.
Articulation is solid with ball joints at the neck, shoulders, hips, and knees, giving it more mobility than many previous ULTIMATES! entries. Accessories include a ray rifle, ray gun, connector piece, and no fewer than nine swappable hands. It’s packed for display potential and play posing alike, even if you’ll likely just leave it glowing behind acrylic for most of its life.
Packaging deserves its own shoutout. The window box displays the Martian beautifully and references the 1962 card art, complete with retro flourishes and Martian invasion vibes.
How to pre-order Mars Attacks ULTIMATES Wave 2 Glow figures
Looking to snag one? Pre-orders are live now through Super7’s site and popular outlets like Entertainment Earth and BigBadToyStore. Prices sit around $65 to $72 USD depending on your region and retailer. Some stores have targeted a November release, others say December 2025, so keep your calendar flexible. UK collectors should prepare for potential VAT and import fees when buying overseas.
If you’re the type who likes your shelf with a glow-up, this figure won’t stay in stock long once it ships. You can buy Mars Attacks Martian Invasion Glow Super7 figures online now through all major collectible shops.
The Topps Card That Started It All
Let’s go back to 1962. Topps dropped a card series that combined pulp sci-fi horror with Cold War paranoia, and Mars Attacks was born. The Invasion Begins, Card #1 in the series, is now iconic. It shows Martians wreaking havoc with ray guns, and Super7’s sculpt leans directly into that chaos.
Controversial in its time, the series was pulled from shelves after backlash from parents and retailers. But in true cult fashion, it only grew more popular, eventually inspiring comics, a Tim Burton film, and now a detailed toy line from Super7. The Super7 Mars Attacks Martian Invasion Glow Wave 2 figures are as much tribute as toy, and that origin story adds an edge of history to your collection.
Mars Attacks Super7 figures – Glow Wave 2 Martian Invasion
Here’s where the rubber meets the resin. These figures shine, literally and figuratively. The detailing on the skull-like face and brain folds is sharp. The glow feature works well and gives this Martian an eerie presence under dim lighting. This is exactly the kind of piece that becomes a conversation starter on a shelf.
What works:
- Brilliant glow-in-the-dark material, not overdone
- Fantastic sculpt fidelity to the Topps card
- Loads of accessories for posing and display variety
- A fun display companion to Super7 lines like Super Cyborg Krang or Arctic Cobra Commander
What might give you pause:
- Based on prior Super7 ULTIMATES! releases, articulation can sometimes vary, especially at the hips and shoulders
- The helmet might be a tight fit, so careful handling will be key once in hand
- The price point may feel high unless you’re already invested in Super7’s stylised approach or the Mars Attacks licence
Still, if you’re a Mars Attacks fan or want a centrepiece that glows under blacklight, this is one of the best Mars Attacks ULTIMATES Wave 2 Martian Invasion Glow figures Super7 has released to date.
Final Thoughts
This isn’t a figure for everyone, but that’s kind of the point. The Mars Attacks ULTIMATES Wave 2 Glow Edition caters to collectors who appreciate history, horror, and just the right touch of radioactive green. It glows, it glares, and it brings an underrated corner of pop culture to life in 7 inches of articulated mayhem.
For those who love sci-fi chaos with a glow-up, this wave delivers. Don’t wait too long if you’re tempted. Once this Martian hits, it might disappear in a puff of nuclear smoke.
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