Featuring an iconic split Happy Meal box, McDonald's Singapore is collaborating with Hello Kitty and Yu-Gi-Oh! to release a new meal deal with toys from the popular franchises. The collection features iconic Sanrio characters such as Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, My Melody, and more, taking on the roles of famous creatures from the renowned Yu-Gi-Oh! anime series. Each toy showcases the creativity and charm of these characters as they don colorful costumes and embody the essence of the anime's beloved creatures.
The new toys will be available starting March 21, 2024, with every Happy Meal purchase. There are ten to collect in total, with highlights like My Melody as Dark Magician Girl, Tuxedosam as Obelisk the Tormentor, Hello Kitty as Dark Magician, and Kuromi as Slifer the Sky Dragon.
Anime-Inspired QSR Deals
McDonald's is Debuting a New Collaboration with Hello Kitty and Yu-Gi-Oh!
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