by Omega2064
Initial molds cost. But Hasbro has the factories to cover that, hence why they make so many minis intensive games. Molds wear out though. But as long as you keep the masters its not an issue.Pressing costs isnt a problem as Hasbro tends to use the softer plastics. More rigid plastics cost a little more. But that is negligible. Were Games Workshop not run by idiots the minis would be on the shelves at prices possibly lower than Hasbros.
In fact Hasbro has stepped up its plastics productions and even has their own knock-off Lego sets now.