Funko Pops in 2024-25: Still the King of Collectibles or Losing Their Luster?
Funko Pops. Love them, hate them or wonder why your friend has a wall of tiny, big-headed vinyl figures staring at you, these odd collectibles have taken over the market for years. But as 2024 turns into 2025, one question lingers over the Funko world: Do they rule the roost, or is their crown starting to tremble?
Now, collector’s guide style, let’s dive in and learn whether they’re top collectible items of 2024 — or just dust collectors in the antique collectibles marketplace.
The Pop Reign: Why We Fell in Love
Funko Pops became a pop culture phenomenon because they also hit that sweet spot of nostalgia, and affordability. They range from vintage toy collecting vibes to pop culture memorabilia must-haves that hit hard for everyone. Whether you’re a superhero, anime, or classic TV show person, Funko made sure you had a figure for you.
And who could forget the excitement of landing elusive collectibles? That collectible glow-in-the-dark Batman? Instant bragging rights.
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Signs of a Wobbling Crown?
Yet even kings have their dilemmas.
Oversaturation: There’s a Funko of everything now. While it’s good for niche fandoms (Funko Pasta Lovers, anyone?), it makes the brand feel a little less special.
VALUE: Let’s talk about how to value collectibles. Not all Funkos go up in value. Some find their way to bargain bins, leaving collectors wondering if they were right to bet on collectibles in the first place.
Competition: The market for collectible action figures isn’t what it used to be. Funko has some stiff competition out there, ranging from high-ends like Hot Toys to budget-priced options like McFarlane.
Why They’re Still the King (For Now)’

But despite the mishaps, Funko Pops are still a behemoth in the collectors universe. Why?
Pop Culture Power: Theater releases connected to hit movies, acclaimed TV shows and gaming franchises are ever-present. The Marvel and Star Wars lines by themselves could sustain a small economy.
Price: Compared to many antique collectibles market items, Funkos are economical for the average RPG fan.
Community Love: The Funko fandom is alive and well, from conventions to online groups. (And debating which Funko should be reissued.)
Tips for Modern Collectors
Here are some collectibles authentication tips to help you get the most out of your Funko journey if you’re wondering how:
Research Before You Buy Not all figures are a jackpot. In general, limited editions and convention exclusives retain value better.
Condition Is Key: A Funko outside its box? It’s like cereal without milk. Keep those boxes pristine!
Monitor the Trends: Funkos associated with pop culture memorabilia for historic moments tend to see the highest valuation increases.
So, Are They Still Worth It?
For now, yes. Funko Pops are still a relatively inexpensive way of getting started with collectibles. They won’t make you rich overnight, but they bring joy — and is that not priceless?
But who knows? In 2025, we could be exchanging Funko Pops for NFTs of Funko Pops. Until then, long live the king of vinyl!
Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to find that glow-in-the-dark Geralt before it disappears.
