Hasbro reveals on Fan First Friday

[Paulbot]

With San Diego Comic-con cancelled this year many companies are doing virtual presentations

Tonight around 1am (if conversions are right, it’s 1100 am US EST) is a Hasbro Panel about Transformers (and then GIJoe 90 minutes later)

Go to Hasbro Pulse Facebook to stream. https://facebook.com/hasbropulse/

Although there’s been leaks it should have some official reveals and maybe some things that haven’t leaked.

If you never made it to a BotCon or Toyfair it might give you an idea of how those Hasbro Panels felt being there.

[reillyd]

Thanks Paulbot. I was going to go to bed, but if it?s only an hour or so...... nothing like watching reveals live

[reillyd]

Grrr. The super articulated ReD series of figures is Walmart exclusive, so harder to get.
Looks like Blaster doesn?t come with his cassette Steeljaw either.

But there were some nice Generations Selects reveals though.

[Paulbot]

So revealed:

Generation Selects Tigertrack (yellow Siege sideswipe)
Generation Selects Rotorstorm (Spinister redo)

Alternate Universe Optimus Prime (dead Prime)

Generation Selects Centurions drone (Brunt repaint) with weapons pack that contains: Roller, Sideswipe’s jet pack, small to scale alt modes of Refraktor, Shockwave and Soundwave, Prime’s energy axe, Megatron’s mace, Ironhide’s drill, Bumblebee’s pistol, Cliffjumper’s Glass Gun, Trailbreaker’s alt mode radar dish

RED figures Optimus, Megatron and Soundwave

Reissue Blaster (no mention of any tapes for him)

[Tha_Phantom]

Well, I'm totally down for Tigertrack (I look forward to Dirge's shock).
Also Centurion Drone. That accessories pack is a really great idea. :)

[nalops]

The weapon pack also has a tiny gun mode Megatron.

[Gehirn]

Well hopefully the preorder for Optimus appears on Amazon Aus, or back in stock on US.

[griffin]

I didn't watch the reveal, but did they actually mention on the presentation that this was a replacement for SDCC?
The news from SDCC a couple weeks ago was that they were looking to do a virtual convention, and I imagined that Hasbro would be a company willing to be involved in that on the usual weekend of SDCC in July... but then there is a note on TFW that more things are to be revealed next week, so maybe they are doing a weekly reveal of products instead of an all-in-one reveal in July.

[Paulbot]

You’re right, I was getting my dates confused (June vs July) so this morning’s stream was just about exclusives and not the SDCC event

[dirge]

Well, I'm totally down for Tigertrack (I look forward to Dirge's shock).


:eek:

[griffin]

The official images and info, including where they will be available in America (and here, for the one confirmed item at this stage - Rotorstorm).
(official info from here (https://news.tfw2005.com/2020/06/26/transformers-generations-selects-centurion-drone-tigertrack-rotorstorm-hot-pre-order-413589), which also has mirrored images from Hasbro and the US retail links - screenshots of these items from the presentation video (https://news.tfw2005.com/2020/06/26/transformers-live-stream-6-26-reveals-and-details-413508))
I will re-check with Hasbro to see what the current status is of the other items.




R.E.D. series will include characters from Prime, Beast Wars, and beyond.
Back To The Future Crossover information to be revealed next week.
More Japanese exclusives like the dino cassettes will come out later this year.
Autobot Clones most likely in the works.
More Studio Series news later this year.



Transformers: Generations Selects Deluxe WFC-GS18 Autobot Tigertrack

(Ages 8 and Up / Approx. Retail Price: $19.99 / Available: September 1, 2020 - "Fan Channel" online exclusive - NOT EXPECTED IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME)

The Generations Selects WFC-GS18 AUTOBOT TIGERTRACK figure stands at 5.5 inches, features deco inspired by the 2013 Tokyo Toy Show release available only in Japan, and converts from robot to classic G1 sports car mode in 16 steps. The fierce sentry, TIGERTRACK, comes with 2 accessories including a missile launcher and electron pulse blaster. This AUTOBOT is a force to be reckoned with due to his high speed, powerful weapon accessories that can be attached in robot and sports car mode, and enhanced sensor tech.

This is the first US release of a TIGERTRACK figure. Generations Selects is a fan-dedicated line of figures featuring special edition characters that can’t be found in the main line.
(comes with both Sideswipe's and Red Alert's weapons)


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Transformers: Generations Selects Deluxe WFC-GS19 Rotorstorm
(Ages 8 and Up / Approx. Retail Price: $19.99 / Available: August 1, 2020 - "Fan Channel" online exclusive - IN AUSTRALIA AT EB-GAMES & AMAZON AU FROM OCTOBER)

The Generations Selects WFC-GS19 ROTORSTORM figure stands at 5.5 inches, is inspired by the G2 TURBOMASTER figure originally released in 1992, and converts from robot to helicopter mode in 25 steps. ROTORSTORM features deco and a head sculpt designed to resemble the look of the ruthless and fearless AUTOBOT STRATEGICIAN from the IDW comic books, and comes with 2 blaster accessories that can attach to the figure’s arms in robot mode and the undercarriage in helicopter mode.
This is the first ROTORSTORM figure released since 1992. Generations Selects is a fan-dedicated line of figures featuring special edition characters that can’t be found in the main line.


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Transformers: Generations War for Cybertron: Earthrise Alternate Universe Optimus Prime

(Ages 8 and Up / Price: $49.99 / Available: July 15, 2020 - Amazon exclusive in US (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZPL8SW1/) - NOT EXPECTED IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME)

The Earthrise Alternate Universe OPTIMUS PRIME figure inspired by the 1986 film TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE, stands at 7 inches in robot mode and converts between robot and truck mode in 35 steps. The legendary AUTOBOT leader features grayscale deco inspired by his film appearance where he drains of color and becomes one with the Matrix. OPTIMUS PRIME also comes with 3 accessories including an Ion Blaster and a non-grayscale Matrix of Leadership that fits inside his chest so fans can imagine OPTIMUS PRIME removing and passing it on to ULTRA MAGNUS (sold separately, subject to availability).

Adult fans nostalgic for the original TRANSFORMERS animation and kids discovering classic characters for the first time can share and experience exciting play patterns for all generations.
(official Hasbro info said July 1st, but Amazon product page says July 15th)

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Transformers R.E.D. – The Transformers G1 Megatron
(Ages 8 and Up / Price: $19.87 / Available: September 1, 2020 - Walmart exclusive in US (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Transformers-hasbro-Tra-Gen-Red-G1-Megatron/758838370) - NOT EXPECTED IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME)

The TRANSFORMERS R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design] G1 MEGATRON figure stands at 6 inches and is non-converting, giving fans an enhanced robot mode with a sleek, “kibble-free” form. The ruthless DECEPTICON leader, MEGATRON, from The TRANSFORMERS animated series features 80 deco ops and comes with 6 accessories featuring a Fusion Cannon, 4 alternate hands including one that holds an Energon cube, and fans can also replace the hand with an Energon Mace accessory.
Fans can enhance their TRANSFORMERS collection with TRANSFORMERS R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design] figures. All figures in the collection are 6-inches in scale and inspired by iconic characters from the TRANSFORMERS universe, including G1, TRANSFORMERS: PRIME, BEAST WARS: TRANSFORMERS, and beyond. R.E.D. figures do not convert, but are highly poseable and were designed to bring collectors the most screen-accurate versions of their favorite characters to display on their shelves. Look for other R.E.D. figures to enhance your collection (each sold separately, subject to availability).

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Transformers R.E.D. – The Transformers G1 Optimus Prime

(Ages 8 and Up / Price: $19.99 / Available: September 1, 2020 - Walmart exclusive in US (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Transformers-R-E-D-Robot-Enhanced-Design-G1-Optimus-Prime/957022903) - NOT EXPECTED IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME)

The TRANSFORMERS R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design] G1 OPTIMUS PRIME figure stands at 6 inches and is non-converting, giving fans an enhanced robot mode with a sleek, “kibble-free” form. The legendary AUTOBOT commander, OPTIMUS PRIME, from The TRANSFORMERS animated series features 80 deco ops and comes with 7 accessories including 4 alternate hands, Ion Blaster, Energon Axe, and the iconic Matrix of Leadership revealed when the chest of the OPTIMUS PRIME is opened.
Fans can enhance their TRANSFORMERS collection with TRANSFORMERS R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design] figures. All figures in the collection are 6-inches in scale and inspired by iconic characters from the TRANSFORMERS universe, including G1, TRANSFORMERS: PRIME, BEAST WARS: TRANSFORMERS, and beyond. R.E.D. figures do not convert, but are highly poseable and were designed to bring collectors the most screen-accurate versions of their favorite characters to display on their shelves. Look for other R.E.D. figures to enhance your collection (each sold separately, subject to availability).
(Optimus has a slightly higher price to Megatron and Soundwave)

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Transformers R.E.D. – The Transformers G1 Soundwave
(Ages 8 and Up / Price: $19.87 / Available: September 1, 2020 - Walmart exclusive in US (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Transformers-hasbro-Tra-Gen-Red-G1-Soundwave/418496126) - NOT EXPECTED IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME)

The TRANSFORMERS R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design] G1 SOUNDWAVE figure stands at 6 inches and is non-converting, giving fans an enhanced robot mode with a sleek, “kibble-free” form. The sly DECEPTICON communications officer, SOUNDWAVE, from The TRANSFORMERS animated series features 80 deco ops and comes with 6 accessories including a shoulder-mounted cannon, 2 alternate hands, a backpack, a Concussion Blaster, and a removable cassette tape revealed when the chest of SOUNDWAVE is opened.

Fans can enhance their TRANSFORMERS collection with TRANSFORMERS R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design] figures. All figures in the collection are 6-inches in scale and inspired by iconic characters from the TRANSFORMERS universe, including G1, TRANSFORMERS: PRIME, BEAST WARS: TRANSFORMERS, and beyond. R.E.D. figures do not convert, but are highly poseable and were designed to bring collectors the most screen-accurate versions of their favorite characters to display on their shelves. Look for other R.E.D. figures to enhance your collection (each sold separately, subject to availability).

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Transformers Vintage – Transformers G1 Autobot Blaster

(Ages 8 and Up / Price: $29.99 / Available: August 1, 2020 - Walmart exclusive in US (https://www.walmart.com/ip/Transformers-Toys-Vintage-G1-Autobot-Blaster-Collectible-Action-Figure/518556967) - NOT EXPECTED IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME)

The TRANSFORMERS VINTAGE G1 AUTOBOT BLASTER figure, inspired by the original 1985 G1 release, stands at 4.5 inches and converts from boombox (non-working) to robot mode in 4 steps to receive and transmit radio frequencies. AUTOBOT BLASTER loves to be at the forefront of any situation, cranking the volume on good, hard rock ‘n roll music! The figure also comes with an Electro-Scrambler blaster accessory and a sheet of foil decals so fans can add extra details to the toy.
Clip out and save the on-box tech specs to share, then see how this figure stacks up against other heroic AUTOBOTS and evil DECEPTICONS (each sold separately, subject to availability). Experience the figures that started it all!

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(note - no cassettes included, and there are two slightly different sets of images on the Walmart listing so it is unknown which version will be release this time)

Transformers: Generations War for Cybertron: Deluxe Centurion Drone Weaponizer Pack
(Ages 8 and Up / Price: $29.99 / Available: October 1, 2020 - Hasbro Pulse website exclusive in US (https://hasbropulse.com/collections/new/products/transformers-generations-war-for-cybertron-deluxe-centurion-drone-weaponizer-pack) - NOT EXPECTED IN AUSTRALIA AT THIS TIME)

Weaponize your War for Cybertron collection with the Deluxe CENTURION DRONE WEAPONIZER Pack! The pack includes a CENTURION DRONE figure that converts to Cybertronian tank mode in 23 steps and breaks apart into weapon accessories to armor up other figures (each sold separately, subject to availability).
The pack also comes with 17 accessories inspired by classic G1 gear, weapons and alt modes including an (Optimus) Ion Blaster, (Optimus) Energon Axe, (Megatron) Energon Mace, (Bumblebee) G1 Blaster, (Ironhide) Drill Blaster, (Cliffjumper) Glass Gas Blaster, (Sideswipe) Jetpack, (Trailbreaker) Radar Dish, Mini non-converting alt modes of Soundwave cassette player, Reflector camera, Shockwave gun & Megatron gun with suppressor, cage for RAVAGE, ROLLER, 2 Energon Cubes, and an OPTIMUS PRIME non-converting mini figure to scale with the HasLab UNICRON figure (sold separately).

Adult fans nostalgic for the original TRANSFORMERS animation and kids discovering classic characters for the first time can share and experience exciting play patterns for all generations.
(official info from Hasbro said August 1st at US$20, but Hasbro Pulse website says October 1st at US$30)

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Centurion Drone (or Droid), for those like me who are unfamiliar with this character, is from the IDW comic universe (https://tfwiki.net/wiki/File:Stormbringer2_Centuriondroids.jpg)... which is based on a concept from the original 1980s cartoon (https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Centurion_droid). Ironically, even though Centurion Droid was introduced in the IDW Stormbringer comic waaaaay back in 2006 (https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Stormbringer_issue_2), the Seige Brunt (https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Brunt_(G1)#War_for_Cybertron:_Siege) toy last year was so obviously based on it, it was almost like Brunt was really a "pre-redeco" of the intended character toy that it was actually based on (particularly since Gen1 Brunt didn't have a robot mode, so a transforming toy of it could have been a redeco of almost any cybertronian tank toy).
(the term "pre-redeco" is only something I use, when we've occasionally seen a mould released first as some other character before the obvious character it was designed to be, like MP Nightstalker (Steeljaw mould, still not released yet), Titans Return Optimus (Octane) and Megatron (Blitzwing).)

[Paulbot]

Both the stream and the ad blurb said “ a head sculpt designed to resemble the look of the ruthless and fearless AUTOBOT STRATEGICIAN from the IDW comic books” but the current images just have Spinister’s head. I’m hoping that these images aren’t the final head.

[Deano85]

Hopefully we get a chance to get hold of the Centurion Drone Weaponizer Pack in Australia. It's definitely something everyone has been asking for

[dirge]

Tigertrack looks nice... but I'm not sure I would pay to import him (I still prefer Red Alert).

The R.E.D. line seems pointless to me (we have MP versions of these characters), but I am sure many others will enjoy them.

Interesting reuse of the Spinister mould - I'm surprised there's no gang moulded head for Rotorstorm, though.

[G1Optimal]

I want roller for earthrise prime

[griffin]

The video of their live stream on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=267951300956442) - it goes for about 25 minutes, but jump in 3 minutes as that's when it actually starts.

(try to ignore the amusingly error-riddled subtitles, as it looks like they could just be auto-added voice-recognition text, rather than someone actually typing them in)

[snaketales]

I’d prefer Centurion to be larger... so if I get one it will become Slammer

[dirge]

I want roller for earthrise prime

I put Breacher in there. Right colours... and it fits in the trailer (:

[Unicran]

G1 Autobot Blaster stands at 4.5 inches?

[dirge]

G1 Autobot Blaster stands at 4.5 inches?

In his alt mode, he does.

[DELTAprime]

Good to see I can get Rotorstorm locally, even if he is a lazy repaint.

As for the others. I guess I'll have fun finding the Centurian and RED figures.

[Sinnertwin]

Love love love the RED figures.
The rest I can piecemeal off the internet no problems.
Corpse Optimus is a headscratcher -all he can do is lay there. At least with the regular version you can do the whole I'm dying, here, don't be a sook, you take the Matrix spiel

[griffin]

Love love love the RED figures.
The rest I can piecemeal off the internet no problems.
Corpse Optimus is a headscratcher -all he can do is lay there. At least with the regular version you can do the whole I'm dying, here, don't be a sook, you take the Matrix spiel

Whoever wrote up the Amazon page had a bit of fun with it though...


The figure also comes with an Ion Blaster, but in this state, it's likely he won't need it.

[Zommael]

It's bizarre that EB and Amazon have taken Rotorstorm rather than the Centurion pack. I would have thought the Centurion would have a much broader appeal to collectors who want the parts for the various WFC toys they've already bought. Was the original Rotorstorm released in Australia, and particularly popular here, or something?

[Tha_Phantom]

Corpse Optimus is a headscratcher -all he can do is lay there.

Yeah I can't say I have any desire to own a 'dead' toy. It seems to be getting some love though.

[SofaMan]

Was the original Rotorstorm released in Australia, and particularly popular here, or something?

Australia was one of markets that saw Rotorstorm at retail; we got the G1.5 toys here, as did the UK and Europe, but the US didn't.

[dirge]

It's bizarre that EB and Amazon have taken Rotorstorm rather than the Centurion pack. I would have thought the Centurion would have a much broader appeal to collectors who want the parts for the various WFC toys they've already bought. Was the original Rotorstorm released in Australia, and particularly popular here, or something?

Rotorstorm wasn't particularly popular. He did okay, I guess.

The EB buyer probably has a far shallower knowledge than almost everyone here, and perhaps thinks with all those accessories bumping up the price of the deluxe, it wont sell? Who knows...

[Dimi194]

The EB buyer probably has a far shallower knowledge than almost everyone here, and perhaps thinks with all those accessories bumping up the price of the deluxe, it wont sell? Who knows...

Maybe we can hope they change their minds... I was keen for all those nice weapons!

[Deonasis]

The subtle-but-definitely-there paint jobs on dedoptimus and the Centurion drone are nicely done.

[shockNwave]

Oh my!:eek: There's going to be a Back To The Future crossover. Please let the quality be right up there with Ectotron.

[Gouki]

I was really excited for Rotostorm until I saw it was a lazy, lazy redeco and not a redeco. Different head, and spoiler instead of the tail rotor would have gone a long way. I know they've claimed the head will be different, but, if it wasnt ready why did they announce it? They've CG announcements before.

[nalops]

Well, I pre-ordered Tigertrack and Centurion from OMP. Guess if they do come out here for significantly cheaper, I can always cancel? Can I cancel from OMP? Ah well, if not.

[DELTAprime]

Well, I pre-ordered Tigertrack and Centurion from OMP. Guess if they do come out here for significantly cheaper, I can always cancel? Can I cancel from OMP? Ah well, if not.

Thanks for the heads up. I just ordered Tigertrack and Centurion also. If he wasn't so expensive I would have ordered multiple Centurions.

[Rodimus Cron]

Alternate universe Optimus is available now at Robotkingdom..

[Krayt]

My Prime just got posted from SG...

[Krayt]

It's bizarre that EB and Amazon have taken Rotorstorm rather than the Centurion pack. I would have thought the Centurion would have a much broader appeal to collectors who want the parts for the various WFC toys they've already bought. Was the original Rotorstorm released in Australia, and particularly popular here, or something?

They were taking all, but then Covid happened. It’s probable more of “Rotorstrom was too late to cancel, but the others got scratched” than a strange choice of which to get

[Krayt]

The official pics show prime’s right side, but they included the damage/scarring on the left

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EcNFrM6UEAA4y0O?format=jpg

**edit**

They added the facemask cracks and damage to all the pics in the instructions.... but didn't swap out the damaged head....

[Sinnertwin]

You must be getting some cracking shots of him laying down dead.

[griffin]

Double checking with Hasbro Australia today, these ones are confirmed as NOT coming here, so source them from overseas if you can...

- WFC-GS18 Autobot Tigertrack (yellow Siege Sunstreaker)
- Centurion Drone (grey Siege Brunt) with weapons pack - Hasbro Pulse exclusive in US
- Alternate Universe Optimus (grey redeco) - Amazon exclusive in US

[reillyd]

Shame about Centurion. I?m ordering two from HasbroPulse if someone wants to split the reshipping cost?

[nalops]

Shame about Centurion. I?m ordering two from HasbroPulse if someone wants to split the reshipping cost?

Hmmm, I already have one pre-ordered but may consider this. How much would it be?

[Convoid]

Earthrise Leader Alternate Universe Optimus Prime can be purchased from Amazon Australia:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Transformers-Toys-Generations-War-Cybertron/dp/B07ZPL8SW1/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=alternate+optimus&qid=1594934036&sr=8-1

[Akky82]

Shame about Centurion. I?m ordering two from HasbroPulse if someone wants to split the reshipping cost?

I'm from Bris and would be keen to be NIL if you dont work something out with nalops.

[nalops]

Earthrise Leader Alternate Universe Optimus Prime can be purchased from Amazon Australia:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Transformers-Toys-Generations-War-Cybertron/dp/B07ZPL8SW1/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=alternate+optimus&qid=1594934036&sr=8-1

That's cheaper than getting the normal one here.

[nalops]

I'm from Bris and would be keen to be NIL if you dont work something out with nalops.

I haven't heard back but considering I already have one on order, you're free to negotiate with reillyd if he's still going ahead with it

[griffin]

More official images of the first three R.E.D. toys, including their packaging.

These 3 will be in Australia at BigW around October, but only if Hasbro Australia is able to secure stock.

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[reillyd]

I haven't heard back but considering I already have one on order, you're free to negotiate with reillyd if he's still going ahead with it

So we don?t derail this thread and take it off topic, if you send me a PM we can discuss direct. I won?t know what the reshipping cost will be until its sent by Pulse. And I wouldn?t worry too much as it looks like TakaraTomy will also be releasing him (hopefully in larger numbers)

[griffin]

Packaging for Reissue Blaster has been revealed (https://news.tfw2005.com/2020/07/23/walmart-exclusive-g1-blaster-reissue-new-stock-images-415495).

It looks really nice.

[nalops]

Seems Alternate Universe Optimus is going to start shipping soon from Amazon US

[Gehirn]

Mine is already at customs here.

[griffin]

Mine is already at customs here.

You must have gotten in early enough to get one of the first batch. Mine still hasn't shipped yet either. (I didn't order mine straight away)

[ScottLu]

So we don?t derail this thread and take it off topic, if you send me a PM we can discuss direct. I won?t know what the reshipping cost will be until its sent by Pulse. And I wouldn?t worry too much as it looks like TakaraTomy will also be releasing him (hopefully in larger numbers)

I am interested too if the others do not end up splitting with you.

Scott.