Peaugh has posted a new Transformers video review, this time for Revenge of the Fallen Leader class Buster Optimus Prime. This toy is currently a Japan exclusive but that doesn't mean it may not get a release elsewhere in the future. Overall it is an improved version with the same transformation but better, more detailed paint job and a sweet accessory. I am just glad I had not bought the current Leader Prime as will gamble I can get this version at retail in the future. Wish I could say this toy is why but really Hasbro has trained me to wait until at least two versions of every toy have
Transformers Linkfest
Lot of new links to various Transformer galleries including new Alternity gallery with review, look at Legends Devastator in G1 colors, Masterpiece Nemesis Prime and more.Alternity Bumblebee and Cliffjumper GalleryHuge 84 image gallery of the now finished version of the next figures in the Japan exclusive Transformers Alternity line. The alternate mode is the Suzuki Swift Sport and the two are essentially identical except for color and head mold. The Alternity line are small (about Deluxe sized) but detailed toys with complex transformations and use of die-cast in their construction. The av
More Buster Optimus Prime Images
For whatever reason, a bunch of new images have popped up of Leader class Buster Optimus Prime which is currently a Japan only exclusive from Takara. The main differences are a more movie accurate paint job and the additional accessory based on Prime's blaster (from the factory scene that sends Starscream through the wall). I will be really surprised if this toy doesn't get released in North America and Europe as an exclusive at some point next year.Gallery 1 and Gallery 2Click these links for multiple shots of the toy in its package which is in English oddly enough. I believe the bio remai
Tales of the Fallen #4 Preview
From TFormers.com is an eight page preview of the upcoming issue of Transformers: Tales of the Fallen #4. The issue gets into the background and history of The Fallen as it tells why he decided to turn on his brothers. Of note is The Fallen suggests the Allspark "spoke" to him to turn rogue. The new issue is in comic stores this Wednesday.Click here for the preview. Four of pages, a few different, can be found here. Thanks to Chris for the link.
Custom Generation 1 Ark Autobots Auction
ProCustomizers.com has charity auction going on now for the Make-A-Wish Foundation that gives you a chance to own Autobots that arrived on the Ark when it crashed on Earth in the original Transformers cartoon. The figures are based on Transformers Classic and Animated toys but customized in their G1 colors with much greater details. Currently included in the auction are Bumblebee, Cliffjumper, Hound, Ironhide, Jazz, Mirage, Optimus Prime, Ratchet, Sideswipe, Sunstreaker, and Wheeljack. It will also include a lithograph of "On the Wings of Heroes" art (image to right is work is not final art)
Transformers :ROTF Video Game Nominations
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen The Video Game has been nominated in two categories for Spike TV's Video Game Awards for 2009. One is for "Best Performance by a Human Female" for Megan Fox and "Best Performance by a Human Male" for Shia LaBeouf. It seems a lot of the nominations for these categories are less about superior voice work in video games (only "famous" people did good voice work?) but really so they can some stars for the awards program that will air live on Saturday, December 12 at 8:00PM on Spike TV.The competition for Fox is Kristen Bell (Assassin's Creed 2), Eliza Dushku
Hearts of Steel Optimus Prime Images
Seibertron.com has posted four images of KM-01 Knight Morpher Commander which is based on Optimus Prime from IDW's Transformers Evolutions: Hearts of Steel comic book mini-series from 2006. The figure is a not a Takara or Hasbro product but form Master Mind Creations. It is 6.5 inches tall so around Voyager class sized. The estimated release date of the toy is February 2010 with a price tag to be determined. Overall it’s a pretty sweet looking toy that I intend to add to my personal wish list.
Signed Transformers 1 and 2 (Updated)
Thanks to Chris, here is an image of the signed copies of Transformers and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen on Blu-ray by Tyrese Gibson and Michael Bay for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. If you haven't got yours yet, I assume its coming but you will need to check at MichaelBay.com for more details. Hopefully MB.com will announce soon how much Transfans, Bay and Tyrese helped make for the charity.Update: An additional note from Chris, "in the package there was printed note saying they raised almost $20,000 for Make a Wish Foundation."
USA Today's Transformers #1 Article (Spoiler Warning)
If the goal of IDW was to get the attention of "mainstream media" with their first issue of Transformers, apparently they succeeded with an article from USA Today which discusses the status quo changes to the Transformers comic universe with the death of Ironhide and Optimus Prime quitting as the leader of Autobots. Yep, you read that right. Prime, upset over the death of his friend and having achieved the goal of stopping the Decepticons decides to throw in the towel by apparently turning himself over to the humans. How long this last isn't known. Snippets from the article:"This first stor
Transformers Review and Sneak Peak
Not much on the Transformers news front, but some new comics are in the works. This week brings us Transformers #1 ongoing issue and next week will bring Tales of the Fallen #4. In addition, there is a sneak peak at the covers for February Transformers issue.Transformers #1 Review - With Spoilers or Without SpoilersThe first issue of the new ongoing Transformers comic series is on comic stores shelves as of today. Based on the review, it appears that old habits die hard with an aim for "shock" moments (for details read the with spoilers review) that don't really accomplish much except get a
Transformers Ongoing #1 Preview II
IDW has released another preview of the first issue of Transformers #1 ongoing that is coming this Wednesday I think. This time it appears to be the first eight pages of the comic, establishing the new status quo after the end of All Hail Megatron story arc. The gist is it is three years after Earth was freed from Decepticon rule with help of the Autobots. The human race has spent its time preparing all manner of defenses to combat the Cybertronian race (which has gone underground) and unfortunately for the Autobots they don't make any meaningful distinction between the factions. In essence
"The Self-Manufacture of Megan Fox"
The New York Times has posted a long and interesting article on Megan Fox from interviews with the actress from just after Jennifer's Body failed at the box office, during the week the was prepping for her SNL appearance with a follow-up a month later. The article gets into her attempt to have a provocative (both verbally and physically) public persona while maintaining a private life. She tried to model her after Angelina Jolie (see tats, lip injections, and statements for proof) but the result has been a career that remains on unsteady ground despite the success of Transformers. The articl
Transformers Linkfest
Bunch more links to various Transformer toy galleries and other TF related news.EZ Devastator in G1 GreenA new image has popped up showing the EZ Collection (Legends) version of Devastator is getting a repaint in Generation One green that was the signature look for the Construction line. The figure is scheduled for March 2010 release in Japan only. Still no official confirmation that the Legends class Devastator of any color will get a stateside release.Leader Shadow Command Megatron and Voyager Final Defense Optimus PrimeA new gallery of the upcoming repaints of the two faction leaders. The
Transformers Ongoing Preview
Comic Book Resources has posted three issues of the upcoming number one is of the new ongoing Generation One Transformers comic that reveals a major spoiler with the death of a fan favorite character. The issue hits comic book stores on November 18th. Click here if you are okay with reading the spoiler. The issue description:It’s been three years since the devastating events of All Hail Megatron. The Earth has been rebuilt, the AUTOBOTS are in hiding, and the next great era in the TRANSFORMERS saga is about to begin! Critically acclaimed writer Mike Costa is joined by superstar artist Don Fig
T-1000 Easter Egg
Michael Bay has made it clear in comments made in the special features for Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and in various media interviews that he held much disdain for Terminator Salvation's McG for his use of suspiciously Transformer like robots in his film. As a sign of that, here is an image captured by IloveMcG that illustrates a dig at the film by apparently labeling one of the cannon fodder Decepticons in the desert battle with "T1000", the classic name for the original Terminator model.Update: As pointed out in the comments I had my Terminator models confused. The T-1000 is the cl
Transformers Linkfest
Time for more links to more galleries and news of the last few days relating to Transformers.ROTF Available on USBKingston and Paramount have joined together to start offering their new releases on 4GB USB thumb drives starting with Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. Similar programs have been done with other media (mostly on memory sticks) but doomed to failure due to the cost of the combined product. Considering a 4GB stick can be found for $10 or less and the movie for $15, its seems the MSRP price tag of $29.99 does little to address that issue.Leader Starscream GalleryNew gallery that
ILM's Benza Talks ROTF FX
The AllSpark has a great write-up with ILM's animation supervisor Scott Benza from the Paramount's press junket from a few weeks ago for the home video release of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. He talks about the challenges and landmarks of the film. A lot of the information has been covered in previous articles and the special edition of the movie but still makes for an interesting read. Below is a snippet, the full article can be found here.All robots were rigged in a way that they could animate almost any individual part that made up of the robot, ranging from springs to brake pads a
