The Energon Pub

[Decepticon Stryker]

Also, I see a Penguin in there. That is awesome.

[Ultra Markus]

what are these things, like shopkins?

[Black Bumblebee]

You know, I can actually see these doing well. There's a market for them. My 4 year grand-daughter loves playing with my transformers (the ones that I know she can't break, at least), but at the same time, she's not exactly into the "action" aspect of it.

She likes her ponies and her shopkins and all that--so merge the two, and you've got a market for young girls and young boys that aren't looking for "war toys" if you catch my drift.

[no-one]

What's a BotBot, can we eats a BotBot? They look delicious!

[Decepticon Stryker]

What's a BotBot, can we eats a BotBot? They look delicious!

You know, BOT BOTs? Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew?

[Skritz]

This is kind of...sickeningly adorable?

[Zeedust]

These look new and different, and I've always liked Transformers with weird alternate modes. I hope we find out more about these guys soon.

[First-Aid]

I'm not sure what to think of this...but I'm vaguely frightened.

[SW's SilverHammer]

Well that's odd but kinda cute. Depending on how the actual toys look I miiiiiiiiiiiight buy a few for kitsch and novelty. Especially the coffee mug and penguin. Maybe they could do Fries, Burger, and a Mastershake!

[Nemesis Primal]

...are we about to get an official Hasbro figure of Thew's good friend Ice Scream? That's all I can think of looking at this revealed image, is this guy:

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[Cobotron]

Sodacup Knight astride a chocolate dipped cone horned Ice Creamicorn?!?!??

You have my attention!!!

[no-one]

Fries, Burger, and a Mastershake!

[Cyber Bishop]

Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

[Ig89ninja]

Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

[Randomhero]

Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

It’s still not kissplayers. Kissplayers made you suck your teeth and avoid anyone learning it. This makes you squint your eyes and ask if hasbro ate all the mushrooms

[ZeroWolf]

Wasn't kiss players Takaras idea?

[no-one]

Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

I thought Transformers have been ruined since they weren't G1? I mean we can't get any worse right?

Besides, wouldn't they need a leather jacket and water skis? Ehhhhhh

[ScottyP]

Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

Is this really what did it for you or did you just want to say "I'm not into these" using that phrase?

[ZeroWolf]

Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

I thought Transformers have been ruined since they weren't G1? I mean we can't get any worse right?

Besides, wouldn't they need a leather jacket and water skis? Ehhhhhh

Everything is better by adding a Fonz.

[william-james88]

In connection to the 3rd quarter call, Hasbro has unveilled their new Transformers line, Botbots! These are 1 inch Transformers which turn from robot to a variety of every day objects (like Doughnuts and cameras) in 3-5 steps. There will be 61 unique characters to collect. Hasbro sent us official images as well as the fiction regarding this new line (found in bold below). You will also see a full product description with a variety of price points depensing on which kind of set you get. Some are blind bagged like the basic single figure, but when you get a collection you know some of the figures you’re getting but there’s still a surprise one in there as well.

You can view the gallery for the official images here.

BotBots are mischievous little robots who came to life from everyday objects inside a shopping mall! This rare type of Transformers robot is tiny, mischievous, and great at hiding!

Not long ago and somewhere close by, a glowing mist filled with TRANSFORMERS energy called ENERGON came down from the sky and covered a shopping mall. The things inside came to life as little TRANSFORMERS robots! These bots can hide in plain sight as everyday objects, meaning no one knows what's a bot and what's not! Mischievous, funny, and super silly, these are ... BOTBOTS!

When the Energon hit the objects inside, it made them More Than Meets the Eye. Candy, sports equipment, electronics, school supplies, and other things came to life as little Transformers robots. These robots hide in plain sight at the mall, disguised as the stuff we use everyday.

Each BotBots character belongs to a themed team based on what kind of store they belong in.

There are 61 unique 1-inch characters to collect in the first series of BotBots, each with their own individual personality. Like all Transformers, the characters change from an ordinary object into a little robot in just 3-5 easy steps.

The BotBots all belong to different tribes, inspired by product types you might find in a shopping mall, including the "Sugar Shocks" (sweet treats), the "Backpack Bunch" (school equipment), the "Toilet Troop" (bathroom items), the "Techie Team" (electronic gadgets), the "Greaser Gang" (fast food), the "Shed Heads" (gardening gear), and the "Jock Squad" (sporting goods).

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BotBot Series 1 – Blind Bag

Transformers BotBots Series 1 Collectible Blind Bag Mystery Figure -- Surprise 2-In-1 Toy!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $2.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

Hidden inside each TRANSFORMERS BOTBOTS blind bag is a little mystery figure with a big personality! Collectable BOTBOTS figures are around 1-inch tall and change from totally normal stuff to little robots in 3 to 5 easy steps. Each blind bag randomly includes 1 of 24 available characters. BOTBOTS Series 1 features 61 characters across 3 assortments: blind bag assortment, 5-pack assortment, and 8-pack assortment. (Each sold separately. Subject to availability). Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Sugar Shocks 5-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $9.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The SUGAR SHOCKS are a squad of sweet treats who share their own unique sugar rush and kick things into overdrive. Each SUGAR SHOCKS collection pack includes 5 BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the SUGAR SHOCKS, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 2 from other themed teams! Series 1 5-Pack SUGAR SHOCKS characters are SIPPY SLURPS, THE PLOP FATHER, WADDLEPOP, LOLLY LICKS, REMORSEL, SPRINKLEBERRY D'UHNUT, UNILLA ICEQUEENCONE, COCOA CRAZY, and NRJEEZ! Please note that not all SUGAR SHOCKS characters can be found in this SUGAR SHOCKS themed pack. Look for other SUGAR SHOCKS characters in blind bag assortment, other 5-pack assortment themed packs, and 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Toilet Troop 5-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $9.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The TOILET TROOP is a clean-up platoon of bathroom defenders who take care of business by cleaning the bathroom and beyond. TOILET TROOP collection pack includes 5 BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the TOILET TROOP, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 2 from other themed teams! Series 1 TOILET TROOP characters are SERGEANT SCRUBADUB, KING TOOTS, SUDSBEARD, NOBEEOH, STINKOSAURUS REX, POO SHAM, and FROHAWK! Please note that not all TOILET TROOP characters can be found in this TOILET TROOP themed pack. Look for other TOILET TROOP characters in blind bag assortment, other 5-pack assortment themed packs, and 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Techie Team 5-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $9.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The TECHIE TEAM is a cutting edge crew of gotta-have-it phones, gadgets, electronics, and gamer gear. TECHIE TEAM collection pack includes 5 randomized BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the TECHIE TEAM, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 2 from other themed teams! Series 1 TECHIE TEAM characters are SCREEN FIEND, CHILLA GORILLA, SKILLZ PUNK, S.A. CHEEZ, RADDHAX, FOMO, GOOB TOOB, and DR. MOGGLY! Please note that not all TECHIE TEAM characters can be found in this TECHIE TEAM themed pack. Look for other TECHIE TEAM characters in blind bag assortment, other 5-pack assortment themed packs, and 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Greaser Gang 8-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $14.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The GREASER GANG is a team of greased up and chilled out rulers of the food court who put the fast in fast food. GREASER GANG collection pack includes 8 BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the GREASER GANG and 6 from other themed teams! Series 1 8-Pack GREASER GANG characters are SHREDDER JACK, DUDERONI, S'UP DAWG, SPUD MUFFIN, ANGRY CHEESE, HAWT DIGGITY, FOTTLE BARTS, and TWERPLE BURPLE! Please note that not all GREASER GANG characters can be found in this GREASER GANG themed pack. Look for other GREASER GANG characters in blind bag assortment, 5-pack assortment themed packs, and other 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Jock Squad 8-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $14.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The JOCK SQUAD is crew of super sporty bots who love to win and are always ready to gear up and get their game faces on. JOCK SQUAD collection pack includes 8 randomized BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the JOCK SQUAD, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 5 from other themed teams! Series 1 Jock Squad characters are LACEFACE, BATSBY, KIDD KLOBBER, PUCKSIE, FIT NESS MONSTER, and ARCTIC GUZZLERUSH! Please note that not all JOCK SQUAD characters can be found in this JOCK SQUAD themed pack. Look for other JOCK SQUAD characters in blind bag assortment, 5-pack assortment themed packs, and other 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

[Cobotron]

OK. So they do actually transform. Good!

[no-one]

OK. So they do actually transform. Good!

Hells yeah they do! These tatortotbots are gonnabe delicious in ketchup

[ZeroWolf]

My word, they actually transform as well? I was just expecting fixed pose figures.

[ScottyP]

Enhancing Screenface escalated quickly

[william-james88]

they come out pretty cheap with the 8 pack, less than 2$ a toy. Funny how these are packed exactly like competing collectable toys