Best Star Wars Collectible Figures of 2025–2026: The Definitive Collector's Guide
From Hot Toys masterpieces to Hasbro Black Series essentials — the Star Wars figures worth owning right now, ranked by quality, collectability, and display impact.
Star Wars collectibles span every price point, scale, and manufacturing philosophy — from mass-market Hasbro to limited-edition Hot Toys masterworks. This guide covers the best releases of 2025–2026 across every tier, with specific guidance on what to prioritise for display, investment, and pure collecting satisfaction.
Premium Tier: Hot Toys 1/6 Scale
Hot Toys remains the gold standard of Star Wars collecting. Their 1/6 scale figures feature fabric costumes, real metal components, hand-painted faces using real actor likeness approval, and display stands worthy of the figures themselves:
- Darth Vader (Obi-Wan Kenobi series version): the most imposing Vader figure ever made. New helmet sculpt, robe with internal wire structure for posing, blade with multiple effect parts
- Luke Skywalker (Return of the Jedi Jedi Knight): the black outfit version — serene, powerful. Exceptional face sculpt. Multiple accessory configurations
- The Mandalorian (Season 3): updated beskar armour with new weathering standard. The finest Mando figure in any scale
- Ahsoka Tano (Ahsoka series): the dual white lightsaber configuration, live-action Rosario Dawson likeness — the figure Ahsoka fans have waited decades for
Mid-Range Tier: S.H. Figuarts (Bandai)
Bandai's S.H. Figuarts line occupies the ideal position for serious collectors who want premium quality without Hot Toys pricing:
- Darth Maul: the double-bladed saber in Figuarts form is one of the most dynamic display poses available. Split-saber variant available separately
- Rey (Rise of Skywalker): the Figuarts finish on the Rey sculpt surpasses many 1/6 competitors at a fraction of the price
- Obi-Wan Kenobi (Revenge of the Sith): Ewan McGregor likeness approval brings authenticity to one of the most beloved character designs in the saga
Collector-Standard Tier: Hasbro Black Series
The Black Series at 6-inch scale is the most accessible premium Star Wars collection. Consistent quality, regular new character releases, and a catalogue that now spans virtually the entire Star Wars timeline:
- Best value current release: any of the Archive reissues — classic sculpts with updated paint standards at accessible prices
- Must-own exclusives: Celebration and Comic-Con exclusives regularly feature characters that won't appear in standard waves
- Most underrated figure: Embo (The Clone Wars) — an extraordinary alien design at exceptional quality for a character who deserves more recognition
Premium Statues: Fine Art
- Kotobukiya ARTFX+ series: 1/10 scale, highly affordable, outstanding sculpt and paint. The Emperor on throne base is a standout piece
- Sideshow Premium Format: 1/4 scale, fabric costumes, extraordinary detail. Investment-grade pieces that appreciate significantly over time
- Third-party resin statues: studios like XM Studios produce limited-edition hand-painted resin pieces at 1/4 scale — the absolute pinnacle of Star Wars figure art
Which Star Wars Figures Appreciate in Value?
- Limited production numbers (typically declared at announcement)
- First-appearance versions of iconic characters
- Exclusives tied to specific events (SDCC, Celebration)
- Characters whose cultural moment is arriving (pre-film release)
- Discontinued figures from beloved but concluded properties
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