chuckdawg1999 wrote:So basically, like what happened in past movie years with the final wave not showing up en mass at retail if at all, the same thing could happen now but with whole assortments of figures, not just a wave or two.
chuckdawg1999 wrote:So basically, like what happened in past movie years with the final wave not showing up en mass at retail if at all, the same thing could happen now but with whole assortments of figures, not just a wave or two.
Spider5800 wrote:chuckdawg1999 wrote:So basically, like what happened in past movie years with the final wave not showing up en mass at retail if at all, the same thing could happen now but with whole assortments of figures, not just a wave or two.
Yeah, not sure how collectors are supposed to read this as anything except pessimistically. It's already a crapshoot finding anything from Hasbro at retail (not just Transformers, but SW Black Series, Marvel Legends waves, and ESPECIALLY GI Joe Classified)
william-james88 wrote:Spider5800 wrote:chuckdawg1999 wrote:So basically, like what happened in past movie years with the final wave not showing up en mass at retail if at all, the same thing could happen now but with whole assortments of figures, not just a wave or two.
Yeah, not sure how collectors are supposed to read this as anything except pessimistically. It's already a crapshoot finding anything from Hasbro at retail (not just Transformers, but SW Black Series, Marvel Legends waves, and ESPECIALLY GI Joe Classified)
This news is specifically NOT about any of those lines
Spider5800 wrote:william-james88 wrote:Spider5800 wrote:chuckdawg1999 wrote:So basically, like what happened in past movie years with the final wave not showing up en mass at retail if at all, the same thing could happen now but with whole assortments of figures, not just a wave or two.
Yeah, not sure how collectors are supposed to read this as anything except pessimistically. It's already a crapshoot finding anything from Hasbro at retail (not just Transformers, but SW Black Series, Marvel Legends waves, and ESPECIALLY GI Joe Classified)
This news is specifically NOT about any of those lines
They specifically mention the Snake Eyes movie, which had a Classified wave get tied up from the movie's delay.
The bigger point I was making is they are already using this model (they specify Legacy and SS already do, at least), and it is BAD. It makes it harder to find figures at retail and encourages scalping. That they are putting MORE lines on this model is bad news.
-Kanrabat- wrote:TF-fan kev777 wrote:First-Aid wrote:Okay, did anyone else notice that we all get a wonderful shot of Starscreams crotch anytime he sits in that throne? That's unnerving. Couldn't they have put n extra flap in there? It's....weird.
Its kind of like Basic Instinct, but not in a good way...
Goddammit, now I can't unsee it.
First-Aid wrote:The difference between the last movie line and today is the existance of Hasbro Pulse. That makes availability a completely different ballgame, beign able to order from the source rather than have to hunt multiple stores. As far out in the middle of nowhere as I am, Pulse has been a lifesaver as even my local Walmart (almost an hour away) rarely has squat. I've just been ordering direct. Pulse was created for collectors and I can't see Hasbro not making figures available on the site when the lines are due.
First-Aid wrote:The difference between the last movie line and today is the existence of Hasbro Pulse..
Spider5800 wrote:First-Aid wrote:The difference between the last movie line and today is the existance of Hasbro Pulse. That makes availability a completely different ballgame, beign able to order from the source rather than have to hunt multiple stores. As far out in the middle of nowhere as I am, Pulse has been a lifesaver as even my local Walmart (almost an hour away) rarely has squat. I've just been ordering direct. Pulse was created for collectors and I can't see Hasbro not making figures available on the site when the lines are due.
Sure, if you're constantly watching for toy news so you can be on the site when pre-orders go live. The problem is they are constantly "selling out" pre-orders within a day or two of them going live. You can go to the site now and see a list of items that have not released yet and are already "sold out".
This is on top of other issues, like having to tack on shipping costs (because they got rid of free shipping unless you pay an extra subscription) rather than just being able to buy the item for retail price while you do your normal shopping at Target or wherever.
Hasbro Pulse is just a band-aid for the bigger issues Hasbro is having with distribution, in my eyes, and not really a good one. If I have to pre-order toys months or years in advance to have a chance at getting them, MAYBE THEY SHOULD JUST MAKE MORE OF THOSE TOYS.
-Kanrabat- wrote:TF-fan kev777 wrote:First-Aid wrote:Okay, did anyone else notice that we all get a wonderful shot of Starscreams crotch anytime he sits in that throne? That's unnerving. Couldn't they have put n extra flap in there? It's....weird.
Its kind of like Basic Instinct, but not in a good way...
Goddammit, now I can't unsee it.
Spider5800 wrote:william-james88 wrote:Spider5800 wrote:chuckdawg1999 wrote:So basically, like what happened in past movie years with the final wave not showing up en mass at retail if at all, the same thing could happen now but with whole assortments of figures, not just a wave or two.
Yeah, not sure how collectors are supposed to read this as anything except pessimistically. It's already a crapshoot finding anything from Hasbro at retail (not just Transformers, but SW Black Series, Marvel Legends waves, and ESPECIALLY GI Joe Classified)
This news is specifically NOT about any of those lines
They specifically mention the Snake Eyes movie, which had a Classified wave get tied up from the movie's delay.
The bigger point I was making is they are already using this model (they specify Legacy and SS already do, at least), and it is BAD. It makes it harder to find figures at retail and encourages scalping. That they are putting MORE lines on this model is bad news.
Tried and tested models still have their place, especially when you’ve got a Consumer Products program that leans on core pillars like toys and games. What is interesting now is that we can test and learn. Instead of dropping products based on seasons, we’re now looking to where a rollout could be more relevant to a culture in one of our specific markets.
If the content is pushed back and we experience a delay at retail, or there are problems getting product on the water, it’s better to be flexible and have a softer, more phased-out launch instead of using a big, all-encompassing 360 strategy.
This is especially important for Hasbro’s “vault” brands such as Transformers, Peppa Pig, and My Little Pony, which exists in highly competitive toy categories, most notably preschool. To have a major rollout fall flat due to timing problems is not an option, so the company is expanding its arsenal of marketing and engagement tools.
Cyber Bishop wrote:First-Aid wrote:The difference between the last movie line and today is the existence of Hasbro Pulse..
Yeah now things sell out to scalpers in minutes on HP and end up popping up for pre-order right after on ebay. HP does not help the situation at all from my experiences.
Cyber Bishop wrote:First-Aid wrote:The difference between the last movie line and today is the existence of Hasbro Pulse..
Yeah now things sell out to scalpers in minutes on HP and end up popping up for pre-order right after on ebay. HP does not help the situation at all from my experiences.
william-james88 wrote:Which toy from the Legacy or Kingdom mainline has eluded you to the point where you had to rely on a scalper?
Spider5800 wrote:william-james88 wrote:Which toy from the Legacy or Kingdom mainline has eluded you to the point where you had to rely on a scalper?
I never buy from scalpers. But if you're going to seriously argue that the WFC trilogy, including Kingdom, wasn't a pain to collect, I don't think we have much else to discuss here.
Spider5800 wrote:I never buy from scalpers.
RodimusPrimeUkraine1 wrote:Didn't we know about the flex changers listings, like, weeks (maybe months) ago? I just remember submitting it....
Silverwing wrote:Also, I feel compelled to give the obligatory:
One for each year of the Movieverse's decade strong tenure. Here's to a few more explosive years!
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