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Care of @Aburachoujin102 on Twitter, we have a look at the upcoming Walmart Retro Headmasters series Chromedome compared with the Takara-Tomy Transformers Legends Chromedome.

Inspired by the look of the original Generation 1 toy, the Transformers Legends Chromedome had several differences compared to Hasbro’s IDW inspired Titans Return version. Other than a random packaging variation, Takara-Tomy’s Legends tooling of Chromedome was never previously made available outside of Japan – until now. From this image, we can see the following main differences between the Legends figure and the upcoming reissue figure:

  • Overall the reissue has more muted brown plastic, and a more vibrant tan plastic.
  • The red plastic on the reissue also appears less saturated
  • The reissue’s wheels are in a smokey translucent plastic that is almost clear
  • The reissue has a nice white border on his Autobot symbol
  • The reissue has a lighter grey plastic used on the head that almost appears silver
  • The reissue’s upper legs are now tan, where both the Legends and Titans Return versions had brown upper legs.
  • The reissue’s upper arms lack the silver paint applications which were present on the Legends version and the Titans Return version.

This isn’t by any means an exhaustive list of the differences between the two versions since we’ve not seen the vehicle modes or Headmasters side-by-side yet.

under General Articles, Transformers Prime

Today, as fans across the US celebrate Thanksgiving, Transformers fans everywhere are giving thanks for a much beloved Transformers series. Yes, we couldn’t believe it either as it doesn’t feel like it’s been a decade, but Transformers Prime turns ten today!

On this day ten years ago Hasbro Studios debuted the pilot episodes of Transformers Prime, Darkness Rising, on The Hub network, introducing us to a series that ten years on is warmly remembered as one of the most beloved incarnations of Transformers. In this special retrospective we’ll be looking back at Transformers Prime and discussing its legacy, what makes it so well remembered, and what newer Transformers series can learn from Transformers Prime.
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We’ve had no shortage of product leaks these past few weeks, but today we’ve got something a little different, as Hasbro themselves are the leak this time. Site sponsor Dorkside Toys has updated their Earthrise Runamuck listing with some new official images of the upcoming update to the Generation 1 Battlecharger, and they’ve included some shots showing Runamuck stood next to his redeco and partner in crime, Runabout.

We’ve had rumours and listings indicating that Runabout is coming, but these official images finally show us what Runabout will be like. Painting most Transformers black makes them look particularly nice, and true to form, he looks very cool.

There’s no word on how Runabout might be available yet, but hopefully he’ll be more readily available than some recent releases who sold out in record time. For now, enjoy these pics.

Update: HQ images added, plus additional pics of Runamuck and Fasttrack.

under Generations / Classics, Transformers Sightings

It’s been a little while since the last wave of Transformers Earthrise Deluxes was spotted – nearly nine months ago, in fact! But today, we’re happy to report that some all-new Transformers Earthrise Deluxe class figures are gracing store shelves. TFW2005 member worldsgreatest reports that a Target in Hanover, PA had the new assortment of Deluxes in stock. This assortment gives fans a chance to add new versions of Autobots Arcee and Smokescreen to their collection, along with Decepticon airstrip / battle station Airwave (in the first return for the airstrip portion of the character since 1989) and, for the first time (officially from Hasbro) the Quintesson Allicon.

Happy hunting everyone! Remember to stay safe out there.

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Care of TonTon_Review on Instagram we have a possible first look at a toy from Transformers Kingdom: Rattrap!

Rattrap is a fan favourite character from Beast Wars with a pessimistic outlook on life, but there’s no need for pessimism with this new toy which looks great! It sports a realistic look for the beast mode and seems to take cues from both the 1995 original toy and the 2013 Generations release. It’s also a small toy – indicating a possible return of the Legends size class, which could be under the new Core class size.

Update: First look at Rattrap robot mode via a short TonTon stop motion video. Screencaps added after the jump. A very cartoon- accurate robot mode.

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The Siege has ended, and the Earth has risen – it is almost time to enter Kingdom!

The third and concluding part of the War for Cybertron trilogy, Transformers Kingdom is coming to collectors in 2021. After months of rumours, we have our first Walmart listings complete with EAN product numbers for the new line which confirms what we already knew: that we are getting Beast Wars Classics for the 25th anniversary of Beast Wars in 2021. So far, we have listings for Deluxe class Cheetor and Blackarachnia, and Core class Rattrap. We currently don’t know for sure what Core class is – but given Rattrap’s inclusion in the size class, it is probably a smaller size class, perhaps on a par with the old Legends size clas.

Not only that, but – KERBLAMMO! – everyone’s favourite onomatopoeic tank minibot is getting a new toy. ZOWIE! Warpath is also coming to Kingdom, so there’s something for the non-Beast Wars fans too.

Tip of the hat and a big thanks goes to TFW2005 member JTPrime17 for unearthing these listings.

The full listings – so far – are:

Tra Gen WFC K Deluxe Cheetor
EAN:5010993764754

Tra Gen WFC K Deluxe Warpath
EAN:5010993764761

Tra Gen WFC K Deluxe BLACKARACHNIA
EAN: 5010993764778

Tra Gen WFC K Core Rattrap
EAN:5010993764792

Tra Gen WFC K Core Optimus Prime
EAN:5010993764808

Update: Even more new listings thanks to JTPrime 17. Beast Wars Leaders are coming back to shelves! Yessssss!

TRA Gen WFC K Core AST
EAN: 5010993767038

TRA Gen WFC K Voyager AST
EAN: 5010993767052

TRA Gen WFC K Leader AST
EAN: 5010993767076

Tra Gen WFC K leader Optimus Prime PR
EAN: 5010993767021
(note “PR” stands for package refresh so this is most likely Earthrise Optimus in Kingdom Packaging)

Tra Gen WFC K voyager Cyclonus
EAN:5010993767014

Tra Gen WFC K voyager Optimus Primal
EAN: 5010993766987

Tra Gen WFC K leader Trex Megatron
EAN: 5010993766970

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It’s here! The latest animated incarnation of Transformers is now available for fans to enjoy on Netflix!

Check it out by clicking here: Transformers War for Cybertron Siege on Netflix

This gritty new take on Transformers is touted as the origin story for the Transformers universe. This series takes is based on last year’s Siege toyline and focuses on the last days of the war for Cybertron. Be sure to check it out and share your spoiler free thoughts on the TFW2005 boards.

under General Articles, Transformers Cyberverse

Transformers Cyberverse is the most recent, and at the time of writing, the currently airing Transformers show. It’s a show that I passed on at first after being turned off by the early episodes – and what a mistake that was. 

I came back to Transformers Cyberverse due to current events giving me plenty of time to catch up on some TV viewing. When I watched the show’s second and especially third seasons, my opinion of Transformers Cyberverse was changed completely. It has become one of my favourite Transformers shows ever made. It will never dethrone the mighty Beast Wars or Transformers Animated in my heart, but it is a solid top five show. 

Read on for an exploration of why that is, and why you really need to give Transformers Cyberverse your attention. 

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Fear not, UK citizens! The greatest, handsomest, and most modest Transformer ever has arrived on your fair shores!

That’s what the Transformer we’re talking about today, Sky Lynx, might say if he were in charge of writing this post. It’s true enough, though – Transformers Earthrise Sky Lynx has arrived at UK retail. Several TFW2005 members including Prescient, Vampyre000, SJW, Tikgnat and myself (Sol Fury) have spotted Sky Lynx on the shelves of UK toy retailer Smyths. The sightings range up and down the country including London, Colchester and Reading, so it seems a fair assumption that if there is a Smyths Toys near you, they may well have a Sky Lynx.

Smyths also have a full complement of other hot new Transformers, including Studio Series Scrapper, Studio Series Roadbuster, Jeep Bumblebee, and Shatter, and the Netflix War for Cybertron line (all size classes, including Ultra Magnus). Stay safe out there, wash your hands, and happy hunting.

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Today is a sad day for comic book fans around the world. Games Radar reports that comic book writer Denny O’Neil has passed away of natural causes. aged 81.

Mr O’Neil is responsible for writing some of the all-time great comic books a lot of us grew up with. He was best know for his work on Batman for DC Comics, introducing influential characters like Ra’s Al Ghul, as well as writing other influential comics for the publisher including the legendary Green Arrow / Green Lantern teamup story which tackled the problem of drug addiction. Denny O’Neil also worked for Marvel Comics, writing Amazing Spider-Man, Iron Man and Daredevil.

And for Transformers fans, Denny O’Neil wrote the original treatment of the Transformers mythos for Marvel Comics, helping Marvel and Hasbro develop the concept and the characters. His lasting legacy for the Transformers franchise can never be understated. He is the man who named Optimus Prime.

Thank you for all the many hours we have spent enjoying all you worked on sir. God speed, and rest in peace.