Walmart Solo 3.75" Kessel Playset with Han Solo

[Jeff]

Revealed at the Hasbro Panel - $30 retail

[Dave]

Are these cardboard playsets, plastic, or some combo?

[Jeff]

During the panel Hasbro said they were a "new playboard material" they've developed.

[CorranHorn]

Is that another figure on the Kessel playset’s 2nd level? Or a cutout from the new material they are using?

[Darby]

This is a great fun throwback idea I'm glad they're trying out. Only nitpick with the Kessel set is it would have been nice to get Han in his Kessel Guard disguise, but oh well. Very cool.

[Jeff]

Only nitpick with the Kessel set is it would have been nice to get Han in his Kessel Guard disguise, but oh well. Very cool.

Agree, but I suppose it's nice for those that didn't want to spend $100 on that Kessel Run Falcon to get this version of Han.

[Jesse James]

I think that kessel dude up there is part of the playset, not a different figure.  Looks to be the same character as is in the 2-pack with Lando.

[Jeff]

Are these cardboard playsets, plastic, or some combo?

During the panel Hasbro said they were a "new playboard material" they've developed.

Looking at the press pics, it seems like it's a thicker cardboard type material with some plastic elements...  here are the press pics for the Kessel set:

[McMetal]

Man, this is just cool as hell I think. I would have been over the moon to get stuff like this for the Rebels or Clone Wars lines. They appear to be sturdy, well designed in terms of play functionality, and perfect for display purposes. I love everything about these.

[Dave]

I really like the concept and simplicity of these playsets, although I think these particular ones aren't the most interesting.

I hope they're just testing the waters as I'd much rather see them create an Ewok playset, Scarif Rogue One, or Death Star, etc. playset in this vein.

[Nicklab]

This does seem like an attempt to find a playset niche.  Mattel has been doing those big Batman playsets that have been displayed prominently in WalMart stores.  And it seemed like there was SOME interest in the BB-8 / Flagship set, although it was a bargain hunters bonanza.

The lower price point seems like it's designed to draw in the more casual buyer.  And Hasbro's cost on these has to be pretty minimal.  As for the figure and accessories?  I think they're okay.  They seem to have re-purposed the Han Solo from the Kessel Run Falcon.  The gun accessory is a nice inclusion, too.  And the big cannisters of coaxium are a nice touch, too.  It would have been fantastic to get some of the droids from the control room, and I'm holding out hope there.

[Jesse James]

I like this set a lot more than the Vandor set.  The Vandor set though makes me wish I hadn't bought Chewbacca individually now haha.  But this set, I gotta have this one.  It looks easier to display more in it.  More iconic of the overall film too in a way.  I really want this one.

[Jeff]

I'm guessing everyone is waiting for clearance on this one, but if not...

The Walmart exclusive Kessel Mine Escape playset is in-stock right now at Walmart.com - $39.98 with free shipping.

[Rob]

I haven't even seen this one in stores... I don't get to Walmart often, but when I'm in the burbs or Wisconsin I go to every one I can.

Since the Han isn't new, I'll hold out I guess... but I was wondering if this one had already come and gone.

[Darth_Anton]

Haven't seen, nor hear of this in a store. Won't be surprised if it'll be on-line only.