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Thread: Toy Review: Generations Megatron (IDW Deluxe)

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    Default Toy Review: Generations Megatron (IDW Deluxe)

    Series - Transformers Generations
    Sub-line - N/A
    Size/class - Deluxe
    New/remould/redeco - new
    Wave - 5
    Released here - not yet (released globally July 2013)
    Approximate Retail Price - $25
    Approximate Size - unknown
    Allegiance - Decepticon
    Alt-mode - stealth bomber
    Main Features/Gimmicks - fusion cannon
    Main Colours - black, purple
    Main Accessories - fusion cannon

    Jet Mode:



    Megatron transforms into a stealth bomber in this rendition of the character. It's an excellent jet mode, there is hardly any undercarriage kibble (think ROTF Mindwipe, and Megatron is one step better in the kibble-free compartment). There are some panel breaks (particularly in the wing tips) and you can see robot kibble when viewing from the back, but there are all minor observations. As is the case with the rest of the wave, Megatron feels light and small, although an advantage of being a jet is that with the wide wingspan, the size reduction isn't as visually apparent. A minor flaw is that he lacks any sort of play value in this mode other than your imagination.

    Transformation:

    Megatron's transformation scheme is okay, he doesn't try anything new that we haven't seen before. Transforming back into jet mode can be annoying since he has all these pegs. This may seem like a good thing since it holds the jet together very well, but lining them up and pegging them together during the transformation process (especially if your toy has loose-ish balljoints) can be annoying. It doesn't feel that elegant or clever. The way the fusion cannon forms is interesting, it's basically the two wingtips extending and combining together. Although the end result is a hollow cannon, it's still to be commended.

    Robot Mode:



    Visually stunning, Megatron looks awesome in this mode. His bulky shoulders combined with the shape and stance of his torso, makes Megatron an imposing figure (even if his size isn't imposing). His lower legs is somewhat weird in that the panels can fold in further (to reduce the gap of his legs) but they don't truly lock into place. This is one of the best looking Megatron's in quite a while. Again, he lacks any play value here but he is a great display piece.

    Overall:

    One of the best, if not the best, Megatron toy we've had in years. Megatron transforms into something recognisable, and the robot mode doesn't suffer for it. The transformation can be a bit annoying and flimsy at times but a solid figure.
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    Another great figure, downside it that his cannon looks so good on the front but really ugly on the side and I just wish he had more light piping.

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    Great looking figure, shame about the size.... and the rrp here in Aus.....it only costs - AU$17.50 rrp in Phils sigh.... online would be a better source if ever... or wait for it to go on sale I guess, lest it gets sold out. but the way local stuff now pops up (look at all the movie and prime stuff theyre trying to get rid off now) on sale... this one might end up as cheap too
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    Quote Originally Posted by christalcase
    One of the best, if not the best, Megatron toy we've had in years.
    Agreed, it's a solid figure in both modes, and I'm happy to have him as my first ever Megatron.

    I found the number of joints in the shoulders and arms a little confusing at first, there's a few pivoting armatures and some concertina extensions everything tabs into place very nicely for a nearly seamless top surface in jet mode.

    I thought the fusion cannon extension trick was quite clever, though I would have preferred that they moulded it in black rather than transparent plastic as the paint application is a little thin.

    Megatron is a great representation of his comic incarnation. Most of the details are accurately placed and even the 'tron' panel lines match up well, for the most part. It's a shame they're not painted, but it's something I might do myself later.

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    Can anyone shoot a quick side on shot for the jet mode showing the amount of undercarriage kibble?

    This is about as sold on a figure as I've been in the last 6 months.
    I'm really just here for the free food and open bar.

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    The alt mode is great looking, his head looks a bit small in robot mode and his rail gun could use some work, but overall a great figure!

    Oh, and the kibble on his undercarriage is minimal

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    Just got this guy from crankcase76 Thanks man
    he a great figure and the transformation really good...but the only thing is that he SMALL ! and his arm keeps popping out when transforming also.... wish they made this in voyager size it would be even greater... And its a nice touch that they included the comic . he doesn't really fit any where in my collection as he is even smaller then the prime deluxes > actually he fit in with the WST ...well in jet mode they same size

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    Quote Originally Posted by lancalot View Post
    Just got this guy from crankcase76 Thanks man
    he a great figure and the transformation really good...but the only thing is that he SMALL ! and his arm keeps popping out when transforming also.... wish they made this in voyager size it would be even greater... And its a nice touch that they included the comic . he doesn't really fit any where in my collection as he is even smaller then the prime deluxes > actually he fit in with the WST ...well in jet mode they same size
    Funny...my ones arms never pop off.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SharkyMcShark View Post
    Can anyone shoot a quick side on shot for the jet mode showing the amount of undercarriage kibble?

    This is about as sold on a figure as I've been in the last 6 months.
    here a few pic for you







    Fighter escort to bomb Metroplex!!

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    I shall wait for the Japansese Twin pack.

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