Who knows how long this Minecraft Creeper Vinyl toy has been available, but I'm just seeing it now...so maybe it's new to you as well. The 6" tall
Creeper featured a ball-joint at the neck. And each figure comes with a 2" Diamond Block accessory. (Sorry...it doesn't hiss and explode). You can pick one up at Jinx for $29.99.
They were designed by Jeremy Madl and came out mid 2011(?), I think. Not sure on the date. Super cool. Not into video game toys, but this one is cool.