Just an update for anyone interested. I reached out to Brand Vending and apparently they package the figures in various ways and what i received are considered "value capsules" and do not come with game codes even though they are sold as the premium ones by CandyMachines.com. and I can't find any mention of "value" capsules on the Brand website. To me, sounds like they are dumping the factory rejects on the market and most people don't bother to complain. Guess I will stay away from both companies in the future. Vending a product where the display cards advertise game codes and there aren't any sounds like a good way to lose locations. Oh well, hopefully they will follow through on the refund and i wont have to deal with a credit card dispute.
As far as i can tell, the 1" figures are legitimate.