SDCC 2011 Coverage: Hasbro's Transformers Toy Panel
Thursday, July 21st, 2011 10:40PM CDT
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Seibertron.com secret agent Supreme Convoy was on the scene during Hasbro's Transformers toy panel this afternoon at San Diego Comic Con 2011. Among the many things said at the panel, include new figures for Transformers: Prime, as well as man more tidbits of new information. Check it out below!
Hasbro Transformers Panel
- Hasbro showed off four different toylines for the Transformers, which they called the most expansive year thus far.
- They showed off the Kre-O toys.
- Afterwards, they showed off the Rescue Bots, which they wanted to get younger kids interested in Transformers sooner.
- They showed the last wave of Generation toys are Junk Heap and Skyshadow.
- Hasbro showed exclusive materials for the convention such as the Nerf Optimus Gun and a Transformers guitar built for SDCC.
The next section of the presentation revolved around Dark of the Moon.
- The showed Soundwave who has the Mercedes alternate mode along with Wheeljack.
- Cannon Force Ironhide will be in Wave Two.
- In the Human Alliance line, there will be a Roadbuster and Soundwave, which will include a Dylan, Sam’s boss in the movie.
- In the Cyberverse line, there will be Shockwave with his cannon, Ratchet, and an Autobot Ark with Autobot Roller, who was featured in the movie when the Autobots landed on the moon.
2011 exclusives
- Toys R Us will have exclusive Mission Earth Trans Scans figures and Masterpiece Rodimus.
- Target will have an exclusive Human Alliance Leadfoot and Twintwist.
- Walmart will have an exclusive deluxe Optimus Prime, and a Bumblebee & Sideswipe two-pack.
- Amazon.com will have the movie accurate Unicron.
Hasbro then showed off the new Transformers Prime figures.
- The line will have Cliffjumper, Vehicon, Terrorcon, and Voyager Optimus Prime, Voyager Bulkhead, and a Deluxe Entertainment pack which will include Optimus Prime and Megatron along with three kids.
The panel then moved onto concept art for 2012. BotCon attendees weren't allowed to take photos. However, Hasbro allowed attendees to take as many pictures as they pleased.
(At this point, I didn’t write anything down but I took pictures as linked)
Transformers: The Ride
- Mark Woodbury from Universal Parks & Resorts was the surprise guest at the panel and gave more details about the ride.
- Universal has been great in partnering with the originators of the movies and translating them into rides.
- Examples: Steven Spielberg with Jurassic Park, which was crucial to the development of robotics in theme parks.
- Stephen Sommers wth The Mummy
- James Brooks with The Simpsons
- James Cameron with Terminator: 3D, which pioneered the immersion of the audience in the experience.
- Michael Bay was instrumental in the development of the Transformers ride. Transformers will have state of the art simulated video and a 4K projected images. Hasbro and Industrial Light & Magic have also been crucial to the project. Bay created the style and determined the special effects.
· - Peter Cullen and Frank Welker will reprise their roles as Optimus Prime and Megatron.
- The plot is a NEST outpost has been placed in the middle of Universal Studios, which holds the last shard of the Allspark. Security has been breached by Ravage and it’s up to the Autobot Evac and the audience to protect the Allspark. The battle takes
· - Evac will also be released as a toy.
- www.nestneedsyou.com has launched during Comic-Con to promote the ride and track its development.
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Posted by Covenant on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:17pm CDT
Excited about Generation Junk Heap and Skyshadow! Dark of the Moon Soundwave and Wheeljack too!!
Something that may end up irking me, though. Human Alliance will apparently be getting the Wreckers movie trio of Roadbuster, Leadfoot and Twintwist?? I've already purchased Roadbuster & Twintwist in deluxe form since I liked the figures and they fit in nice scale to everything else I have. Is Leadfoot not getting a Deluxe now? Did we get screwed? Is there some guy at Hasbro constantly saying, "AHAHAHA, GOTCHA!"?
As for this "Cannon Force Ironhide", I can only HOPE AGAINST DUMB DUMB SHOULD-KNOW-BETTER-BY-NOW HOPE that he's finally given a proper red treatment. I still want to kick someone at Hasbro in the nuts as hard as I can for giving me three movie line's multiple upon multiple waves of toys and the only real option for a red movie Ironhide is a freakin' FAB figure. GRRRRRRR.
As for the Walmart Exclusive deluxe Optimus Prime; Is this figure selling elsewhere?? He's a crap figure imo, and locally he's as much a Shelf/Pegwarmer as Deluxe Ratchet ( ) and that Twin (THAT one, rightfully so. stupid to try and sell him again).
Mostly? HYPED for the new Transformers Prime figures!!
But what's this semi-awesome news of a possible upcoming Evac toy??
Posted by Sabrblade on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:18pm CDT
Posted by TulioDude on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:23pm CDT
Posted by El Duque on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:27pm CDT
http://www.seibertron.com/events/galler ... ent_id=189
I'm sure Blurrz will be updating the front page soon, but for now click the link above.
Posted by sabrigami on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:29pm CDT
In general this has been a great day for news. After such a long TF drought, all this tasty info hits the spot for sure. The only problem? I have to be patient and wait for them to hit retail lol.
Posted by soundwaveftw on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:36pm CDT
Posted by Jaz-Zen on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:37pm CDT
We've already been told here on Seibertron in a previous news item that deluxe Leadfoot will be released with "Twin Twist," a redeco of Topspin.
No, DOTM Mirage wasn't shown. DOTM Wheeljack was shown, ugly head and all. I like the car and the body, so I'm gonna buy DOTM Wheeljack, but that head is being replaced. Ug.
Transformers the Ride Evac is a cool car and bot, in my opinion, and I am SO getting him. I think he would fit in with the Wreckers, but that's my opinion.
More Prime toys, like Deluxe Knock Out, Wheeljack, and Soundwave, as well as Voyager Skyquake.
Overall, pretty cool.
Posted by zenosaurus_x on July 21st, 2011 @ 11:58pm CDT
Deluxe SoundWave disappoints me a little, that MechTech is HUGE meaning he'll probably end up shorter than Battle Blades BB which I want him to be taller than...hopefully there's some sort of height mod you can do. Besides that, his legs looked odd, but I still want to get it.
DOTM Wheeljack/Q looks...weird in my opinion, did he even look like that in the movie?
And no news of Mirage, NOOOO!!!!
Posted by El Duque on July 22nd, 2011 @ 12:05am CDT
First up we have images from the Hasbro Transformers Toy Panel, the full gallery can be viewed by clicking here.
Next we have additional retail exclusive images, this gallery can be found here.
Finally we have additional Transformers DOTM images which can by found by clicking here.
Posted by Shockwavelogical on July 22nd, 2011 @ 12:15am CDT
zenosaurus_x wrote:And no news of Mirage, NOOOO!!!!
When someone asked about Dino they replied that there is more movie stuff coming out in
spring of 2012. I do believe Dino will be released along with Leader Shockwave and Leader Megatron!
Posted by all_the_primes on July 22nd, 2011 @ 12:16am CDT
\zenosaurus_x wrote:I was worried HA SW would only come with Dylan, glad to see he has both. Definitely need it for the in-scale LaserBeak.
Deluxe SoundWave disappoints me a little, that MechTech is HUGE meaning he'll probably end up shorter than Battle Blades BB which I want him to be taller than...hopefully there's some sort of height mod you can do. Besides that, his legs looked odd, but I still want to get it.
DOTM Wheeljack/Q looks...weird in my opinion, did he even look like that in the movie?
And no news of Mirage, NOOOO!!!!
Do you have pics of these? Google doesn't have them up yet.
Posted by Doubledealer93 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 12:20am CDT
Posted by MGrotusque on July 22nd, 2011 @ 12:27am CDT
I think i can really get behind the Prime toyline. Hope they don't skimp on the paint with this line either.
Posted by SKYWARPED_128 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 12:32am CDT
Knockout's a little iffy. Looks a a little chunkier and not as sleek as his CG.
Posted by Megatron Wolf on July 22nd, 2011 @ 1:18am CDT
Posted by starwarrior1227 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 1:49am CDT
Doubledealer25 wrote:this is just tooooo much awesome to take in!!!!!!! yeah where are the pics of upcoming DOTM toys? i know they showed them where are the pics?!?! I DEMAND TO SEE A DOTM SOUNDWAVE DAMN IT!!!!
calm down, you will get your chance.
i think evac, prime wheeljack, and skyquake look VERY promising.
but what was that green plane?
and does darksteel look more like SG goldbug or blur to you guys cuz i say goldbug
SSSOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO..................MMMMMMMMMMMAAAAAAAAAAAAANNNNNNNNNNNNYYYYYYYYYYY........QQQQUUUEEESSSSTTTTIIIIOOOONNNNSSS!
Posted by gavinfuzzy on July 22nd, 2011 @ 3:19am CDT
Also, is Deluxe evac a Univeral studios exclusive? If it is im so going to TF the ride on launch date just to pick up that evac. Apparently the construction space here seems really tiny so im kinda expecting a turdy ride...
Posted by MINDVVIPE on July 22nd, 2011 @ 3:56am CDT
Posted by CrimsonPrime on July 22nd, 2011 @ 5:02am CDT
Oh and who is that CV vehicle in the 1,2 and I think third picture is o.O? They didnt say?
Knockout maybe I will buy depends on how he transform.
Wheeljack looks awesome with the two swords o.O...
Skyquake looks amazing. Everything about him just seems perfect .
BTW who is that blue bot in 48th picture o.O...He looks cool xD.
Legion Evac is meh. BTW is it just me who realized this that Deluxe Evac have the same leg design as Roadbuster.And that everything about him kind of similar to Roadbuster also...I think I'm gonna buy him for my "Wreckerfied Roadbuster" .
Posted by WasPWNator on July 22nd, 2011 @ 5:39am CDT
Posted by Jesterhead on July 22nd, 2011 @ 6:29am CDT
But when I do, It's TF:Prime's.
These guys seriously look great!
Posted by BATTOUSAIXD on July 22nd, 2011 @ 7:06am CDT
Posted by NTESHFT on July 22nd, 2011 @ 7:20am CDT
Is it wrong for me to think the Prime toys are really, really kick ass since I haven't seen but one episode of the cartoon? I mean, the very first pics I saw I wasn't sure I would, but getting better looks at them- their freaking awesome! Wheeljack looks seriously sick!! That evac, is that part of the Generations line? My wife is going to kill me..........
Posted by bluecatcinema on July 22nd, 2011 @ 7:52am CDT
Posted by Doubledealer93 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:00am CDT
Posted by Craven Knight on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:13am CDT
Junk Heap's Yellow/Maroon is not so hot.
I'm hoping Hasbro does another run of the recent Generations figures in the lead up to Christmas, because I know a lot of people around the world had problems finding them (They were super rare here in NZ).
Also, we are FINALLY getting a G1 redeco of movie Ironhide! I can't believe it's taken so many years.
Posted by cannonfodder4000 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:21am CDT
Also where are people seeing pictures of Junk Heap and "Sky" Shadow? I don't think they're in the galleries.
headsortails wrote:You guys keep mentioning Soundwave...........which one is he? Please tell me it's not the one at the bottom of the pics!
The blue man that turns into a jet.
headsortails wrote:Is it wrong for me to think the Prime toys are really, really kick ass since I haven't seen but one episode of the cartoon? I mean, the very first pics I saw I wasn't sure I would, but getting better looks at them- their freaking awesome!
You should watch more episodes, I think you'll want the toys even more.
Posted by Mindmaster on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:24am CDT
Posted by Craven Knight on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:31am CDT
cannonfodder4000 wrote:Also where are people seeing pictures of Junk Heap and "Sky" Shadow? I don't think they're in the galleries.
Hit Google images, Bro. "sdcc sky shadow" with bring him and Junk heap up.
Posted by Mkall on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:54am CDT
bluecatcinema wrote:EVAC, eh? Good to see there's more Autobots on the way. Even if you don't count the Vehicons, the Decepticon were still outnumbering them.
Technically EVAC is a movie figure, he's going to be the Transformers 3D Experience's NPC character. Pretty cool that he's getting a toy.
Posted by nikeprime on July 22nd, 2011 @ 9:30am CDT
Posted by Mkall on July 22nd, 2011 @ 10:29am CDT
DOTM: No Thanks
Prime: Oh hell yes! Though I'm only going to get the deluxes and voyagers. No cyberverse for me.
Posted by Sabrblade on July 22nd, 2011 @ 10:30am CDT
The only Cyberverse Prime figure I want is Arcee for her her size-accurate altmode.Mkall wrote:Classics: Yes Please
DOTM: No Thanks
Prime: Oh hell yes! Though I'm only going to get the deluxes and voyagers. No cyberverse for me.
Posted by 1337W422102 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 10:42am CDT
Posted by theraffia on July 22nd, 2011 @ 11:06am CDT
Posted by Starparu on July 22nd, 2011 @ 11:46am CDT
theraffia wrote:I cant find the DTOM soundwave or wheeljack pics, can someone link?
http://cdn.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/attach/1/TF-Toys-SDCC-11-105_1311285011.jpg-Deluxe Soundwave
http://cdn.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/attach/1/TF-Toys-SDCC-11-108_1311284815.jpg-Deluxe Wheeljack
http://cdn.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/attach/1/TF-Toys-SDCC-11-116_1311284960.jpg-HA Soundwave
Only site that has those 3's picture
Posted by GEEWUN on July 22nd, 2011 @ 1:22pm CDT
Posted by griftimus prime on July 22nd, 2011 @ 3:13pm CDT
Posted by ubersoundwave on July 22nd, 2011 @ 3:36pm CDT
Posted by NTESHFT on July 22nd, 2011 @ 3:53pm CDT
cannonfodder4000 wrote:So far every Prime related toy is looking great, looks like we'll have to wait for a third party gatling gun for Skyquake though.
Also where are people seeing pictures of Junk Heap and "Sky" Shadow? I don't think they're in the galleries.headsortails wrote:You guys keep mentioning Soundwave...........which one is he? Please tell me it's not the one at the bottom of the pics!
The blue man that turns into a jet.headsortails wrote:Is it wrong for me to think the Prime toys are really, really kick ass since I haven't seen but one episode of the cartoon? I mean, the very first pics I saw I wasn't sure I would, but getting better looks at them- their freaking awesome!
You should watch more episodes, I think you'll want the toys even more.
I wish I could watch more. I don't have cable right now. Trying to cut back on some expenses. Is that Soundwave from the Prime cartoon? I think he looks kool. Want to see the colored version.
Posted by Sabrblade on July 22nd, 2011 @ 3:59pm CDT
I think this is the first positive thing this guy's ever said in... a really long time.griftimus prime wrote:evac is so beautiful. i hope the color scheme is as nice as the bot mode
There's always YouTube.headsortails wrote:I wish I could watch more. I don't have cable right now. Trying to cut back on some expenses.
Posted by Optimus1138 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 4:02pm CDT
Junkheap looks very... odd. I really hope those aren't his final colors. I can't say I'm a fan of the yellow and pinkish red on him. I'l probably get him if he has a better, more Junkion-like color scheme. Sky Shadow looks pretty cool, but I think I'll save my money and not get him.
The DOTM toys that we saw look good, for the most part. I'm glad that Soundwave and Wheeljack are both actual Mercedes. I'll definitely be getting both of them. I'm probably going to use this Soundwave as an Autobot in my collection (with a new head) since his vehicle mode doesn't look very villainous, and I'll use the inevitable blue repaint of him as Soundwave. Evac looks amazing. I love his vehicle mode, and he looks great in robot mode as well. I hope they repaint him in orange, brown, and green as an homage to G1 Roadbuster. That would be awesome.
The Prime toys looks pretty good as well. Knockout looks awesome aside from the weapon port on his side, which will hopefully be removed. Skyquake looks good too. I also like Voyager Starscream better than the Deluxe one. If I get a figure of him, it'll be the Voyager.
Posted by Rhinox23 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 4:41pm CDT
Sabrblade wrote:I think this is the first positive thing this guy's ever said in... a really long time.griftimus prime wrote:evac is so beautiful. i hope the color scheme is as nice as the bot modeThere's always YouTube.headsortails wrote:I wish I could watch more. I don't have cable right now. Trying to cut back on some expenses.
Wink, wink, nudge, nudge...I may have recently found said episodes of said show. You may want to check www.veoh.com out. P.S. it's free!
Posted by Michael Alex Kawa on July 22nd, 2011 @ 4:44pm CDT
Posted by Powersa on July 22nd, 2011 @ 4:58pm CDT
Posted by sunstreaker68 on July 22nd, 2011 @ 6:26pm CDT
Here's looking forward to the figure.
Posted by Covenant on July 22nd, 2011 @ 7:59pm CDT
Posted by Rodimus the Prime on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:16pm CDT
Posted by Starparu on July 22nd, 2011 @ 8:52pm CDT
Posted by Mindmaster on July 22nd, 2011 @ 9:09pm CDT
Covenant wrote:You know, as hyped up as I am about the Prime line, that Quickstrike tribute is what I truly can't wait for. I wish more Beast series characters would show up in Generations-styled, Movie-styled and now Prime-styled lines. You know, Beast character & scheme, vehicular having body.
A tribute to who?! Since when did this happen?!