Kenner IG-88 Review

 One of two droids in the infamous Bounty Hunter scene in Empire Strikes Back, IG-88 also has a distinction for being one of the tallest Kenner era figures. While he doesn't say anything, he is still a cool action figure!

Again, simple 5 POA articulation and his head does turn. He comes with 2 weapons, a long rifle and Stormtrooper blaster. The paint and sculpt are excellent for 1980-81, and it should be noted this same mold was re-used for the Retro IG-11 for the Mandalorian line. So after all these years it holds up well!

There are some ridiculous Legends stories about IG-88. The most obvious one is his attempt to take over the computer core of the 2nd Death Star. But if you read the Marvel Comics series of the 1980's IG-88 worked often with Bossk. Admittedly the modern Disney Canon has told some good IG-88 stories. But if you get this figure you can of course tell whatever stories with him you want to.

Now is he essential for your Kenner collection? If you want multiple bounty hunters then yes. If you don't want to be a completist, then obviously no. But if you want a neat and different looking figure than yes. Absolutely he's essential. Rumor is this figure is coming back in a an Amazon exclusive 2 pack, so you might want to reconsider adding IG-88 to your collection if you missed out on him before. Images from Galactic Figures.