Singapore Cybertron Convention press release

[griffin]

Only about five weeks away, and Hasbro Singapore have finally released some details of what is on offer, and how much it will cost.

Panel Sessions with special guest, Mr. Hideaki Yoke and TRANSFORMERS brand experts from Hasbro;
A 22-foot tall OPTIMUS PRIME character statue, one of the largest TRANSFORMERS statues ever;
TRANSFORMERS drawing classes by top Hasbro artists (at select times);
Three-dimensional action figure dioramas capturing scenes from popular TRANSFORMERS entertainment including the blockbuster movies;
National ‘Fastest Fingers First’ Challenge, testing convention goers’ skills at converting TRANSFORMERS action figures from “robot” to “vehicle” modes.

To showcase the history of the brand, Hasbro will present an extensive collection of historical TRANSFORMERS items from throughout the brand’s 27 year history via a visually stunning exhibit. The exhibit will take fans through the chronological progression of the TRANSFORMERS brand, beginning with the classic ‘Generation 1’ era. As fans proceed through, they will be able to view extensive artwork and information about characters and stories from different eras of the brand from ‘Beast Wars’ to the most recent entertainment blockbuster movie and current ‘Transformers Prime’ animated series produced by Hasbro Studios.

Other than the historical retrospective, TRANSFORMERS Cybertron Con will feature a wide variety of displays, interactive experiences and special events. TRANSFORMERS brand leaders and designers will also be in attendance to meet with fans and attend special events and panel discussions.

Convention-goers can also expect to receive limited edition 2012 TRANSFORMERS Cybertron Con souvenirs while supplies last, and see premium TRANSFORMERS collectibles. Hasbro will also display the latest line of TRANSFORMERS toys and products which will be available for purchase during the convention.

Tickets for the convention are priced at $12 for a Day Pass and $68 for a four-day VIP Pass. To complete the TRANSFORMERS experience, a special 3D2N TRANSFORMERS Cybertron Con The Epic Battle Package – comprising hotel accommodation, a pair of one-day passes to Universal Studios Singapore, admission to the TRANSFORMERS Cybertron Con 2012, and the Maritime Experiential Museum & Aquarium (MEMA) – has also been rolled out. Guests making reservations before 1 March 2012 will enjoy S$100 off the regular price of S$988 (about AU$740). The Battle Pass, consisting tickets to Universal Studios Singapore and Cybertron Con, are also available at $77 (Adult), $62 (Child) and $48 (Senior Citizen).

Fans who wish to attend 2012 TRANSFORMERS Cybertron Con are encouraged to reserve their packages and tickets fast through the Resorts World Sentosa website at http://www.rwsentosa.com, ticketing booths located at Universal Studios Singapore, RWS Ticketing and Membership Hub and MEMA, via reservation hotline +65 6577 8888, or through authorised travel agents now. Ticket sales begin from 3rd February 2012.

More information will be released closer to date. In the meantime, for more on 2012 TRANSFORMERS Cybertron Con, please visit http://www.cybertroncon.com. Fans can also receive updates and take part in contests to receive exclusive prizes by joining the 2012 TRANSFORMERS Cybertron Con Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/transformerssingapore.

For those planning on going, the current exchange rate will get you about SG$1.3 for every AU$1.

[Hursticon]

This is excellent news for the South Asian market IMO, hopefully some of it's popularity will trickle down a little further south.

[liegeprime]

Sigh, wish something like this will ever happen here but we get no support just hindrances , ah well, whoever ios going , dont forget the pics...

[griffin]

More updates and promotions for the Singapore Cybertron Convention next month can be seen here and here.
It is mostly just photos of two people dressed up as Optimus & Bumblebee, walking around Singapore (to promote the convention to the locals).

[Hursticon]

More updates and promotions for the Singapore Cybertron Convention next month can be seen here and here.
It is mostly just photos of two people dressed up as Optimus & Bumblebee, walking around Singapore (to promote the convention to the locals).

I wonder if Hasbro AU are taking notes?

[griffin]

This is so stupid... (and we complain about BotCon organisers being late with their details in the past).

Less than one week before the Singapore convention starts, we finally get details on the events and guests... all way too late for anyone outside of Singapore to now decide it is worth going to. (I probably would have gone to it if these details were released 3-4 months ago when this convention was first announced.

Sunday, 11 March
2:00pm - 3:00pm General Interview Panel by TRANSFORMERS Brand Team and Takara Tomy Team
4:00pm - 5:00pm TRANSFORMERS: Prime Panel Presented by Hasbro Studios and Polygon Pictures

Monday, 12 March
2:00pm - 3:00pm 'Behind the Scenes of TRANSFORMERS: Prime' Panel Presented by Hasbro Studios and Polygon Pictures
3:00pm - 4:00pm Takara Tomy Brand Panel

Tuesday, 13 March
5:00pm - 6:00pm Hasbro Studios 'Art of Animation' Panel


Joining design legend Hideaki Yoke, the newly announced special guests are:

• President of Hasbro Studios, Stephen Davis;
• TRANSFORMERS Global Brand Director, Jerry Jiovin;
• TRASNFORMERS Global Brand Design & Development Vice President, Aaron Archer;
• Vice President of Production, Hasbro Studios, Kathy Page (producer, The Spectacular Spiderman, Scooby Doo, Tom and Jerry);
• Jeff Kline (producer, TRANSFORMERS: Prime, G.I. Joe: Renegades, Men In Black: The Series);
• President/CEO of Polygon Pictures Inc., Shuzo Shiota (producer, TRANSFORMERS: Prime); and
• Jose Lopez (designer, Godzilla, Green Lantern: First Flight, Men In Black: The Series).

Other features...
Design & animation classes
A display of 50 Optimus & Bbees by 50 different artists & hobbyists.
Live interaction with virtual Kreo Kreons.
A display of Transformers toys from the 28 years of the toyline.
Diaramas
Time trials competition for transforming toys.

Plus, they have revealed details of other merchandise items available with their exclusive Optimus redeco (first 100 sold will be autographed by Hideaki Yoke, for a added fee).

[Hursticon]

Very odd timing for such announcements I'll agree ; some pretty awesome attractions and guests though , it really seems that they're trying to make Botcon seem ordinary - At least those living in the Asian region will have a viable alternative.