Hasbro just finished their presentation at BotCon 2014, and now we have pictures courtesy Hasbro/Hunter PR. Coming next year we have Legends Bombshell (yay for name reclaim!), Powerglide, Thundercracker and Windcharger. My Metroplex will have new friends. Check out the pics!
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BotCon 2014 – Hasbro Preview – Generations Legends 2014
Hasbro just finished their presentation at BotCon 2014, and now we have pictures courtesy Hasbro/Hunter PR. Coming later this year we have Legends Cliffjumper with Suppressor and Nemesis Prime with Spinister. Sweet. Check out the pics!
Continue readingBotCon 2014 – Hasbro Preview – Generations Leader 2015
Hasbro just finished their presentation at BotCon 2014, and now we have pictures courtesy Hasbro/Hunter PR. Coming in 2015 we have two Leader Megatrons, one a remold of the other. Both are tanks, but only one is freakin’ Armada Megatron! Nice!
Continue readingBotCon 2014 – Hasbro Previews – Generations Deluxe 2014
Hasbro just finished their presentation at BotCon 2014, and now we have pictures courtesy Hasbro/Hunter PR. Coming later this year we have Deluxe Arcee (G1 styled!) and Chromia (IDW). Awesome. Take a look at the pics!
Continue readingHasbro Unveils “Angry Birds Transformers”
I must be slipping; I couldn’t think of a bird-related pun for that headline. In any case, Hasbro revealed their new “Angry Birds Transformers” line this morning, featuring the mash-up of the hit mobile game craze and those robots in disguise. Frankly, after Angry Birds Star Wars, I’m surprised it took this long to get the Transformers version. Angry Birds isn’t really my thing, but the kids seem to love it, and that’s what matters most. Although I’m sure once we see plush Angry Bird Transformers, I’ll buy one or all for my kid. Check out the artwork below,
Continue readingTransformers 2014 Hall of Fame Nominating Period is Open!
Good morning, Transformers fans! Once again, Hasbro is asking the fans for their input as to who should be inducted into the Transformers Hall of Fame. At BotCon 2014, June 22-24, Hasbro will announce the 2014 Hall of Fame Class, and they have two spots open for Fans’ Choice characters. Here’s what I want you to do – think of any robots that you feel are deserving to be included. Post a comment to this article, E-mail tfhof@asmzine.com, comment on Facebook, or Tweet @ASMzine with the hashtag #ASMTF and include your nominees. The list needs to be compiled and sent
Continue readingNew Official Images of “Transformers: Age of Extinction” Slog and Snarl
The fine folks at Hasbro and Hunter PR have provided new official images of Transformers: Age of Extinction deluxe Slog and voyager Snarl. If they’re anything like Slug, they’ll be awesome toys. Take a look! Deluxe Snarl Voyager Snarl
Continue readingTF4 News – Cybertron Monday Is Here, New Poster Released, New Trailer Imminent
If you didn’t know already, today is Cybertron Monday! You can head to http://www.cybertronmonday.com and find your favorite online retailer to pre-order Age of Extinction toys! Check out the press release on the next page. For those who want more instant gratification, looks like brick-and-mortar stores are starting to break the release date and put toys on the shelves. Your mileage may vary, so you have lots of options to get your TF4 Toy Fix. Secondly, according to Jason over at Flying Ninja Kick, at least one new TF4 Poster has been released, and a new trailer will be released to iTunes on
Continue readingToy Review: “Transformers: Age of Extinction” Leader Optimus Prime
NAME: Optimus Prime ALLEGIANCE: Autobot ALTERNATE MODE: Western Star truck cab CLASS: Leader SERIES: M4: #001 CO-SELLS: Grimlock COMES WITH: Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield OPTIMUS PRIME has long believed that freedom is the right of all sentient beings. He has never wavered from his belief, no matter what has befallen him in battle. Once again ready to defend the people of his adopted planet, the unyielding AUTOBOT Commander prepares for the battle that will allow the AUTOBOTS to reclaim their role as Earth’s honored protectors. It wouldn’t be a Transformers movie without Optimus Prime leading the Autobots. Optimus gets another makeover in
Continue readingToy Review: “Transformers: Age of Extinction” Voyager Grimlock
NAME: Grimlock ALLEGIANCE: Autobot ALTERNATE MODE: T-Rex CLASS: Voyager SERIES: M4: #002 CO-SELLS: Optimus Prime (Evasion Mode) GRIMLOCK is the ultimate wildcard. The DINOBOT leader has the power to decide the fate of Earth almost singlehandedley. His ferocious strength makes him a devasating force in battle. If that strength can be focused and harnessed for good, it could be enough to turn the tide. If not, it could be what seals Earth’s doom. Fans have been calling for his inclusion ever since the first movie was announced. “We want Grimlock!” they shouted, loudly and repeatedly. Supposedly those same fans were told that
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