Universal Beijing Resort; an upcoming theme park by Universal Studios Beijing, will feature a new attraction based on the Transformers franchise.

Titled as Transformers: Metrobase, the attraction is the first theme park land in the world which will be dedicated to this IP.

Description on Slash Film:

Another theme park debut is an entire land dedicated to Transformers. While there have been Transformers rides at theme parks before, this is the first time an entire land has been dedicated to the property. Transformers: Metrobase will put on in Metrobase, a titan robot that is actually the size of city. This part of the park will feature Cybertronian architecture, and there’s even a whole narrative behind the base’s existence. Metrobase settled here because it’s rich with Energon, making it the perfect place for N.E.S.T. headquarters in Beijing. It looks like there will be a Transformers roller coaster that is actually a clone of the Incredible Hulk roller coaster at Universal’s Island of Adventure in Orlando, Florida. The video makes it appear that Transformers: The Ride from other Universal Studios locations will be brought over there too.

Description on Attraction Magazine:

Transformers: Metrobase is based on Hasbro’s Transformers franchise, and is the first theme park land in the world dedicated to the IP. An expanded story was created for the character Metrobase, who is a titan (a robot the size of a city). Alongside top Chinese scientists, Metrobase chose this Energon-rich location to serve as the N.E.S.T. Beijing headquarters – a top-secret, high-tech area where an alliance between Autobots and humans was developed to protect Earth. The land is packed with Cybertronian architecture and advanced technology to create an immersive experience for “guest agents.” From the looks of the concept art, it also includes a Transformers-themed clone of the Incredible Hulk roller coaster from Universal’s Island of Adventure in Orlando.

It is indeed nice to see some deep Transformers lore being explored by the theme park and you can check out the aforementioned promotional video, after the jump. The video is partially narrated by actress Li Bingbing (Transformers: Age Of Extinction). [Read more…]

Ready to roll and sing along? The official Transformers YouTube account has uploaded a new Official ‘Into The Fire’ Sing Along Video for all fans.

The video features several clips from the classic G1 cartoon to go with the song ‘Into The Fire’ by Elle Rae from the Transformers Roll Out album released while back in 2016. Not much left to say, watch the video below and have a good time singing in style.

Share your impressions on the 2005 Boards where you will also find “Roll Out’ Sing Along Video By Mount Holly and ‘Gigantik’ Sing Along Video By Crash Kings from the same album that were uploaded before.

Following revamps in Australia and Canada that we first revealed on these pages after the turbulent 2018 international decline of Toys R Us, Geoffrey’s resurrection tour continues stateside today with the relaunch of the store’s website powered by Target. This partnership extends to two retail stores opening in Houston, TX and Paramus, NJ later this year.

“Our U.S. strategy is to bring back the Toys“R”Us brand in a modern way through a strong experiential and content-rich omnichannel concept,” said Richard Barry, CEO of Tru Kids. “The foundation of that strategy requires the help of a retail industry leader and Target is the ideal retailer to support a new Toys“R”Us shopping experience, which is designed to provide families with endless ways to discover, play and enjoy toys. Target will help us deliver on that experience with its toy assortment, digital strength and ability to deliver orders to shoppers in a matter of hours.”

What do you think of this unique team emerging just in time for the holiday season? Will what is so far a very small online selection of Transformers increase by that time? Check out the full press release here, then sound off on the 2005 boards!

Via Aggressivecomix.com we can share for you a very interesting Interview With Takara Tomy Senior Product Designer Takashi Kunihiro About HasLab Unicron.

Long-time Transformers designer (starting with G1 toys), Takashi Kunuhiro talks about some interesting facts about designing the Chaos Bringer figure: when he heard about the project for the first time, the people he talked to for references or advice, the original size he planned for this figure, and of course all the challenges involved in the designing process.

You read the interview here or a text version after the jump. Click on the bar to join to the ongoing discussion on the 2005 Boards. Unicron has just passed the 7000 backers barrier and we are sure you want to share your impressions with us.

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And no, we are not joking. It’s Pooptimus Prime we are talking here. 2005 Boards member Deadsled gave us the heads up of a very unusual sighting at his local Meijer. It’s a very… curious? 3-pack of super-deformed characters named Worlds Poopiest Robots.

Made by MGA, This 3-pack is part of their The Hangrees line and includes funny versions of characters you may recognize by the funny names: R-Toot, The Turdinator and Poopttimus Prime. If you got that reference, you should imagine what these toys do, but let’s share with you the official description of the toys from the respective Amazon listing ($29.99):

• The hangrees figures are parodies of your favorite pop culture brands, movies, video games, and more – based on famous robot characters!
• Every the hangrees figure really poops slime when you lift up their legs
• What’s that leaking out their buns? Mix the included slime powder and texture with warm water inside your the hangrees figures to create your own mystery poop slime!

Not much lest to say, but you have to admit no one could see these licensing job coming. Click on the bar to see all the mirrored images and then let us know if you would add Pooptimus Prime into your collection on the ongoing discussion on the 2005 Boards!

Here’s the deal: you know who Hasbro is and what they do. Are you ready to take a step down the correct career path as the next Associate Product Designer for the Transformers team? Impress them!

The Transformers team has an immediate need for a creative and collaborative designer. Work with the world’s best talent to invent and execute characters for our Transformers collector line. In this role you will work closely with other designers to build unique characters and play experiences for our Transformers fans and collectors’ business. You will work with world renowned cross-functional teams of graphic designers, brand writers, engineers, project managers and marketers to bring new versions of classic characters to market. This role will also have you working closely with our partners in LA, Hong Kong and Japan.

Scan the job description after the read more jump, apply here and then join in the discussion on the 2005 boards!

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Artist Guido Guidi is treating fans, via his Twitter account, sharing a nice set of Transformers Sketch Art Images that we are sure will please your optics.

Most of these great pieces of art have been used in different Transformers media or merchandising. Check the list below:

• Devastator sketch – Mobile game and Transformers TCG.
• Optimus Prime sketch – Mobile game and Transformers TCG
• Optimus Prime sketch – Mobile game and Canadian coin
• Twin Twist transformation sketches – Mobile game
• Bludgeon transformation sequence – Mobile game
• Omega Supreme sketch
• Autobot X sketch
• Blaster sketch – Mobile game and Transformers TCG

Thanks to our very own newsie Exastiken for the heads up. Check out all the mirrored images after the jump and then share your impressions on the 2005 Boards!

2005 Boards member Rookbartley is giving us the head up of a new Transformers G1 Themed Fabric Available At Walmart.

This is a nice officially licensed 1-yard cut cotton fabric decorated with G1 characters in retro-style. IT was spotted at Walmart in Fort Wayne, Indiana for economic $5.76. Additionally, the Evergreen 54-sticker sheet we reported previously was also found at the same store.

Happy shopping!

Ready to roll and sing along? The official Transformers YouTube account has uploaded a new Official ‘Gigantik’ Sing Along Video for all fans.

The video features several clips from the classic G1 cartoon to go with the song ‘Gigantik’ by Crash Kings from the Transformers Roll Out album released while back in 2016. Not much left to say, watch the video below and have a good time singing in style.

Share your impressions on the 2005 Boards where you will also find the “Roll Out’ Sing Along Video By Mount Holly from the same album that was uploaded before.