Overview
- The toys are available starting Tuesday, Jan. 27, at participating U.S. restaurants for a limited time, with no end date announced.
- The 2026 release features 16 named figures with updated robot and dinosaur designs inspired by the 1987–1990 sets.
- McDonald’s highlighted strong demand on X as the driver of the revival, according to senior marketing director Guillaume Huin.
- Reported examples in the lineup include Teef Rex, which starts as a Happy Meal box and transforms into a dinosaur.
- Coverage notes McDonald’s is also launching a hot honey sauce today and teasing other promotions, including the Big Arch burger expected in early March and the seasonal Shamrock Shake.