Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip

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Another trailer for ...wait, it's Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark and not the movie! And it's a big one, as Fall of Cybertron and Age of Extinction both show up their fierce brawling, metal chomping, fire breathing warrior: Grimlock. Check him out in the embedded clip below, courtesy of the GameStop YouTube channel.

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Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581187)
Posted by MasterSoundBlaster on June 11th, 2014 @ 1:56pm CDT

Am I the only one who's happy Grimlock can use guns now? Also looks like he might get to change at will rather than having to "hulk-out"

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Posted by starwarrior1227 on June 11th, 2014 @ 1:56pm CDT

Va'al wrote:Another trailer for ...wait, it's Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark and not the movie! And it's a big one, as Fall of Cybertron and Age of Extinction both show up their fierce brawling, metal chomping, fire breathing warrior: Grimlock. Check him out in the embedded clip below, courtesy of the GameStop YouTube channel.

Did they use Megatron's soundclips for Grimlock?

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581190)
Posted by Yweggo on June 11th, 2014 @ 2:18pm CDT

So AoE Grim re-uses FoC Grim's playstyle/animations while FoC Grimlock plays like a normal person?

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581197)
Posted by noctorro on June 11th, 2014 @ 2:40pm CDT

Looks like it,

Not bothered by the re-use of FOC models/anims. Hopefully they focus on the gameplay and not some high graphics standard set by the new-gen consoles.

End of this month, game time!

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581209)
Posted by VirusCarnage on June 11th, 2014 @ 3:20pm CDT

noctorro wrote:Looks like it,

Not bothered by the re-use of FOC models/anims. Hopefully they focus on the gameplay and not some high graphics standard set by the new-gen consoles.

End of this month, game time!

Reuse of models isn't a big deal to me. I imagine they did try to optimize it for next gen/ PC.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581215)
Posted by ILL-Star on June 11th, 2014 @ 3:47pm CDT

I'm probably not getting the game but I'm happy to finally see some form of AOE Grimlock's robot mode other than the toy. Hopefully it's a good enough representation of what to expect should he transform in the movie. AOE Grimlock's head looks a bit different from the figure though. Looks like he has some kind of visor.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581217)
Posted by Mindmaster on June 11th, 2014 @ 3:49pm CDT

Still standing by my resolution: no competitive multiplayer with customization, no immediate buy from me. [-(

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581218)
Posted by VirusCarnage on June 11th, 2014 @ 3:51pm CDT

Mindmaster wrote:Still standing by my resolution: no competitive multiplayer with customization, no immediate buy from me.

I'm not happy by no competitive MP, but I always get TF games day 1, gotta keep up the tradition.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581220)
Posted by Mindmaster on June 11th, 2014 @ 3:53pm CDT

viruscarnage wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:Still standing by my resolution: no competitive multiplayer with customization, no immediate buy from me.

I'm not happy by no competitive MP, but I always get TF games day 1, gotta keep up the tradition.

And that's fine. Normally, I'd try to get it myself. But this year's a little different for me. My finances aren't as stable as they were a year ago. I know I'll get it one day, but 24 June isn't going to be that day.

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Posted by VirusCarnage on June 11th, 2014 @ 3:56pm CDT

Mindmaster wrote:
viruscarnage wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:Still standing by my resolution: no competitive multiplayer with customization, no immediate buy from me.

I'm not happy by no competitive MP, but I always get TF games day 1, gotta keep up the tradition.

And that's fine. Normally, I'd try to get it myself. But this year's a little different for me. My finances aren't as stable as they were a year ago. I know I'll get it one day, but 24 June isn't going to be that day.

Ah finances are the killer, at least on PS3, 360, and PC it's only 49.99.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581258)
Posted by Sabrblade on June 11th, 2014 @ 5:47pm CDT

Okay, so if FOC Grimlock is in this in his dino body... then I honestly don't see how the FOC parts of this game could possibly fit seamlessly into the story of the actual FOC video game.

Until now, I was thinking it could fit after Megatron's resurrection but before the launch of the two starships, yet Grimlock's dino body activities in the FOC game were so tightly-knit and time-constrained that I honestly now cannot see any way to possibly squeeze RotDS's FOC parts into the main game.

RotDS looks like it'll have to be considered its own separate continuity from the main WFC/FOC games continuity, but still inspired by the continuity of those game.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581261)
Posted by Peridot on June 11th, 2014 @ 5:54pm CDT

What's up with AOE Grimlock's face? It's a completely different from what we've seen on the toys.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581535)
Posted by WiseMan on June 12th, 2014 @ 1:04pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:Okay, so if FOC Grimlock is in this in his dino body... then I honestly don't see how the FOC parts of this game could possibly fit seamlessly into the story of the actual FOC video game.

Once I saw the gameplay of Grimlock I had the same question.

But so far all of the WFC/FOC characters have been on Cybertron. And remember that Grimlock didn't get on the shuttle at the end of FOC. So as long as FOC Grimlock's gameplay stuff happens AFTER the shuttle leaves, there's a chance it might still fit.

I know it's been said that this is all supposed to happen before FOC, but that's all I've got.

Unless there's time travel involved, which I really hope isn't the case . . .

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1581950)
Posted by #Sideways# on June 13th, 2014 @ 8:35pm CDT

The newest Transformers game, named "Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark" has gone up for preorder on Steam, seen HERE! The game, of course, is not made by High Moon, and this crossover game will be the first entry in the Aligned Game franchise not made by said developer.

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Posted by Va'al on June 14th, 2014 @ 6:20am CDT

Thanks to a tip from fellow Seibertron.com member #Sideways#, we can report that the new videogame Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark is now available for pre-order on Steam - and it includes a special Weathered Warrior Pack to start you off! Check out more info here and below.

Pre-Purchase Offer

The Weathered Warrior Pack includes: 2 characters (Thundercracker and Skywarp) and 2 weapons (Glass Gas Cannon and Electro Bolter).

Characters

Thundercracker is a Decepticon Seeker: a master of flight and aerial combat. He defected to the Decepticons with Starscream and Skywarp and now serves Megatron.
Skywarp has never been interested in power or conquest, only the pursuit of knowledge. He joined the Decepticons to produce powerful weapons and experimental systems for use in combat.

Weapons

The Glass Gas Cannon is a powerful weapon feared amongst all robots, this weapon creates a distortion field in mid-air, suspending opponents in mid-air and rendering them helpless before sending them smashing into the ground at high velocity.
The Electro Bolter is a weapon for the true sharpshooter at Spark, the Electro Bolter launches deadly harpoon-style projectiles. The kinetic energy of these projectiles knocks enemies back on impact and can even pin them to walls.

About the Game
Explore two unique worlds as your favorite TRANSFORMERS characters from TRANSFORMERS: Age of Extinction and Cybertron universes!

Includes Over 40 playable characters from two different universes!
Change Form Anytime: Effortlessly switch between robot and vehicle form!
Beyond the Movie: Weave your way through Earth and Cybertron universes in an unforgettable battle to secure the Dark Spark.
Epic Multiplayer Battles: Expanded four-player co-op online escalation mode with new upgradeable defenses and challenging Power Foes!
New Unlock System: Leveling system spans campaign and escalation, allowing players to unlock rewards that will aid progression in both modes!

System Requirements

Minimum:
OS: Windows® Vista/7/8
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or AMD Phenom X3 8750
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Graphics: GeForce 8800 GT series with 512 MB RAM or ATI Radeon HD 4850 with 512 MB RAM
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Hard Drive: 10 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
Additional Notes: Broadband connection and service required for Multiplayer Connectivity. Internet connection required for activation.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1582069)
Posted by Sabrblade on June 14th, 2014 @ 7:31am CDT

Isn't this the same DLC pack that comes with preordering the game from GameStop?

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1582146)
Posted by Mindmaster on June 14th, 2014 @ 10:49am CDT

Sabrblade wrote:Isn't this the same DLC pack that comes with preordering the game from GameStop?

Yessir. Not a lick of difference, other than it being for PC.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1582176)
Posted by The Thuggernaut on June 14th, 2014 @ 12:53pm CDT

Based on how Skywarp and Thundercracker acted in the WFC game I can't help but think that they reversed the character readouts, since Thundercracker was more of a scientist and Skywarp a warrior.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1582554)
Posted by VirusCarnage on June 15th, 2014 @ 9:30pm CDT

I may end up getting the game for PC since it's only 49.99, and in Canada every other platform has raised it's prices because of the Canadian dollar failing (new games are 69.99 instead of 59.99.) While Steam hasn't changed it's prices because of the dollar failing.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583120)
Posted by ScoutBumblebee on June 17th, 2014 @ 12:01pm CDT

Courtesy of IGN, we have a short video that shows online game play from the soon-to-be-released Activision game, Rise of the Dark Spark. Footage appears to be from the Xbox One version of the game.

Check it out below:
http://www.ign.com/videos/2014/06/17/tr ... -trailer-1

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583124)
Posted by Sabrblade on June 17th, 2014 @ 12:09pm CDT

Scary narrator voice.

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Posted by Sabrblade on June 17th, 2014 @ 12:11pm CDT

Scary narrator voice.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583155)
Posted by RazorSlash92 on June 17th, 2014 @ 1:57pm CDT

It looks very cut-and-paste from War For Cybertron and Fall of Cybertron. I couldn't even find anything that was new about it besides a map here and there.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583174)
Posted by Megatron Wolf on June 17th, 2014 @ 3:27pm CDT

if i didnt know this was dark spark id swear it was footage taken from WFC & FOC. The graphics dont even look next gen ,yeah its a low quality condensed video but still the lighting and particle effects look like the previous games. Only way id run out & buy this day 1 is if they can guarantee me that the campaign is 10-15 hours or more not including cutscenes & has replay value. If its just FoC with bayformer stuff thrown in then ill wait til its around $10 or $20. Plus sniper elite 3 comes out the week after so they'd really need to do something grand to get me to pick this up instead of that.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583176)
Posted by VirusCarnage on June 17th, 2014 @ 3:44pm CDT

Megatron Wolf wrote:if i didnt know this was dark spark id swear it was footage taken from WFC & FOC. The graphics dont even look next gen ,yeah its a low quality condensed video but still the lighting and particle effects look like the previous games. Only way id run out & buy this day 1 is if they can guarantee me that the campaign is 10-15 hours or more not including cutscenes & has replay value. If its just FoC with bayformer stuff thrown in then ill wait til its around $10 or $20. Plus sniper elite 3 comes out the week after so they'd really need to do something grand to get me to pick this up instead of that.

You're gonna be waiting a very long time and some fairly high expectations tbh.

Activision games almost never droip in price under the first year it's out (Steam sales being the exception), FoC is still over $40 in stores.

A 10-15 hour campaign is pretty rare to get, A lot of recent games are only 5-8 hours. Every CoD games in 6 or less, same with every BF game, even the most recent Tomb Raider only took me 8 hours to beat. Doesn't seem like a realistic expectation.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583232)
Posted by sabrigami on June 17th, 2014 @ 6:39pm CDT

I am cautiously curious about this game. I did not like FoC very much but I adored the first. In Foc they butchered Escalation. The same 4 maps and only a handful of maps and the same characters each time really blew away any re playability the first game had. I only could tolerate and handful of matches

I may wait and see some reviews/ character and map rosters before I bite.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583338)
Posted by Bleak5170 on June 18th, 2014 @ 6:47am CDT

New trailer:

http://www.ign.com/videos/2014/06/17/tr ... -trailer-1

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Posted by Bleak5170 on June 18th, 2014 @ 6:48am CDT

Double post.

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Posted by Sabrblade on June 18th, 2014 @ 8:50am CDT

Bleak5170 wrote:New trailer:

http://www.ign.com/videos/2014/06/17/tr ... -trailer-1

See nine posts above this one.

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Posted by noctorro on June 19th, 2014 @ 2:27am CDT

sabrigami wrote:I am cautiously curious about this game. I did not like FoC very much but I adored the first. In Foc they butchered Escalation. The same 4 maps and only a handful of maps and the same characters each time really blew away any re playability the first game had. I only could tolerate and handful of matches I may wait and see some reviews/ character and map rosters before I bite.

I totally agree with you bro.

To add to the why Escalation is bad compared to WFC:
- Characters almost don't talk at all anymore
- Enemies don't transform anymore
- Way to easy, with the gun upgrade and "set dificulty" option
- Limited amount of only 4 characters! Why?
- Only 4 maps, they should've spammed that mode with at least 8
- Wave limit of 15, you should always end in defeat in an Escalation game
- Ammo beacon is kind of overpowered, as is heal beam
- Maps should've been bigger

I still play WFC Escalation, I love Brawl, Thundercracker and Arcee.
Why isn't Arcee in FOC anyway?

FOC has a better singleplayer and multiplayer. Everything looks better and
the controls are better. But Escalation should've also been better, it's my favorite
game mode.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583590)
Posted by noctorro on June 19th, 2014 @ 2:31am CDT

Ontopic

Remnant!

I'm totally fine with them recycling old maps/weapons/characters. The more the better.
Just hope the framerate's good and the gameplay is the same as FOC.

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1583626)
Posted by dreadwing95 on June 19th, 2014 @ 8:09am CDT

noctorro wrote:Ontopic

Remnant!

I'm totally fine with them recycling old maps/weapons/characters. The more the better.
Just hope the framerate's good and the gameplay is the same as FOC.

i myself wouldve prefered some new characters. i meant the old one are awesome but the universe is so big why not add some new ones?

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1584032)
Posted by Deadput on June 20th, 2014 @ 9:20am CDT

Lockdown has a new trailer (not youtube but game trailers)

http://www.gametrailers.com/videos/51kt5n/transformers--rise-of-the-dark-spark-exclusive-lockdown-trailer?utm_source=dailyfix.dk

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Posted by dreadwing95 on June 20th, 2014 @ 9:27am CDT

mirageandjazz1197 wrote:Lockdown has a new trailer (not youtube but game trailers)

http://www.gametrailers.com/videos/51kt5n/transformers--rise-of-the-dark-spark-exclusive-lockdown-trailer?utm_source=dailyfix.dk

seems he has his own army. doesnt look like the minions from the movie though. there probably the same but different look

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1584194)
Posted by Mindmaster on June 20th, 2014 @ 6:31pm CDT

With only four days until the release of Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark video game, it appears we have a last-minute addition to the character trailer series: Age of Extinction's main baddie, Lockdown! Via GameTrailers.com, we get a nice look at how Lockdown will look in the upcoming game.

Possible spoiler alert, though. As well as giving a look at Lockdown's game model and how he interacts with the world around him, there are also a handful of cutscenes that give away a little bit of the game's story content. If you wish to proceed with viewing the trailer, scroll down below and click play. You have been warned!

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Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1584312)
Posted by 1984forever on June 21st, 2014 @ 6:25am CDT

WHY WAIT? Today is Saturday! Many fans live in Anytown USA where every town has the exact same stores as the last, but those fortunate enough to have a "mom and pop" store can get RotDS today :KREMZEEK:

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1584345)
Posted by Mindmaster on June 21st, 2014 @ 10:23am CDT

Excited to get your mitts on Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark, to be released in three days? How about to go view Transformers: Age of Extinction, to be generally released in six days? Can only afford one of the two?

Why not both?

Video game retailer GameStop has you covered! If you buy a brand new copy of Transformers: Age of Extinction on day one (24 June, this coming Tuesday), you will receive a pair of goodies: an exclusive poster featuring characters from the game and two digital tickets to see Transformers: Age of Extinction in theaters! Also, Powerup Rewards Pro Members will gain up to 40% in-store credit if they trade in any games or accessories toward a brand new copy of the game!

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Posted by It Is Him on June 21st, 2014 @ 10:58am CDT

Woot news credit

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Posted by It Is Him on June 21st, 2014 @ 11:03am CDT

Double

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Posted by Homerjay14522 on June 21st, 2014 @ 1:12pm CDT

ANyone know if Gamestops are doing any midnight launches?

Re: Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Grimlock Clip (1585413)
Posted by VirusCarnage on June 24th, 2014 @ 1:03pm CDT

I got the game, it's decent probably better then FoC tbh.

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Posted by Mindmaster on June 24th, 2014 @ 5:10pm CDT

So after watching a video that contains all the cutscenes of Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark's story, I'm feeling a little mixed.

The Fall of Cybertron components are good, but the Age of Extinction component felt thrown in there just because the new movie's coming out in three days. Not to mention that ten of the fifteen missions take place in the Fall of Cybertron setting. Also, it doesn't really explain how the Dark Spark is able to traverse between dimensions. I was also expecting some inter-dimensional shenanigans going on, like having both Optimus Primes meet and team up to defeat their common enemy.

Overall, I feel this is more of an expansion of Fall of Cybertron with a bonus "this is what an Age of Extinction game would look like if it were made by High Moon Studios" scenario than an actual game. I'll still get the game, but it won't be anytime soon.

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Posted by Sabrblade on June 24th, 2014 @ 5:22pm CDT

Any notable contradictions between FOC and Cybertron portions of ROTDS?

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Posted by Mindmaster on June 24th, 2014 @ 5:33pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:Any notable contradictions between FOC and Cybertron portions of ROTDS?

Only one I seem to find was that Megatron was in his post-Metroplex body. Beyond that, no. Though oddly, the main menu shows Megatron in his pre-Metroplex body. It also accounted for how Shockwave meets the Insecticons. No Fall of Cybertron Grimlock in the story, and Age of Extinction Grimlock doesn't speak at all, beyond roaring.

I think you'll be comfortable placing this story in within the main universe (apart from the Megatron quibble).

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Posted by Sabrblade on June 24th, 2014 @ 5:39pm CDT

Mindmaster wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:Any notable contradictions between FOC and Cybertron portions of ROTDS?

Only one I seem to find was that Megatron was in his post-Metroplex body. Beyond that, no. Though oddly, the main menu shows Megatron in his pre-Metroplex body. It also accounted for how Shockwave meets the Insecticons. No Fall of Cybertron Grimlock in the story, and Age of Extinction Grimlock doesn't speak at all, beyond roaring.

I think you'll be comfortable placing this story in within the main universe (apart from the Megatron quibble).

Does it take place between WFC and FOC, or between events within FOC?

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Posted by Mindmaster on June 24th, 2014 @ 5:40pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:Any notable contradictions between FOC and Cybertron portions of ROTDS?

Only one I seem to find was that Megatron was in his post-Metroplex body. Beyond that, no. Though oddly, the main menu shows Megatron in his pre-Metroplex body. It also accounted for how Shockwave meets the Insecticons. No Fall of Cybertron Grimlock in the story, and Age of Extinction Grimlock doesn't speak at all, beyond roaring.

I think you'll be comfortable placing this story in within the main universe (apart from the Megatron quibble).
Does it take place between WFC and FOC, or between events within FOC?

The Cybertron portion is within Fall of Cybertron, as they promised. The Ark had not yet launched.

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Posted by Sabrblade on June 24th, 2014 @ 5:47pm CDT

Mindmaster wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:Any notable contradictions between FOC and Cybertron portions of ROTDS?

Only one I seem to find was that Megatron was in his post-Metroplex body. Beyond that, no. Though oddly, the main menu shows Megatron in his pre-Metroplex body. It also accounted for how Shockwave meets the Insecticons. No Fall of Cybertron Grimlock in the story, and Age of Extinction Grimlock doesn't speak at all, beyond roaring.

I think you'll be comfortable placing this story in within the main universe (apart from the Megatron quibble).
Does it take place between WFC and FOC, or between events within FOC?

The Cybertron portion is within Fall of Cybertron, as they promised. The Ark had not yet launched.

Shockwave meeting the Insecticons makes it sound like it takes place before FOC since he's already familiar with them prior to that game, having sicced them on the Lightning Strike Coalition Force in the game's pre-story events (and in its prequel comic).

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Posted by Mindmaster on June 24th, 2014 @ 5:49pm CDT

Sabrblade wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:
Mindmaster wrote:
Sabrblade wrote:Any notable contradictions between FOC and Cybertron portions of ROTDS?

Only one I seem to find was that Megatron was in his post-Metroplex body. Beyond that, no. Though oddly, the main menu shows Megatron in his pre-Metroplex body. It also accounted for how Shockwave meets the Insecticons. No Fall of Cybertron Grimlock in the story, and Age of Extinction Grimlock doesn't speak at all, beyond roaring.

I think you'll be comfortable placing this story in within the main universe (apart from the Megatron quibble).
Does it take place between WFC and FOC, or between events within FOC?

The Cybertron portion is within Fall of Cybertron, as they promised. The Ark had not yet launched.
Shockwave meeting the Insecticons makes it sound like it takes place before FOC since he's already familiar with them prior to that game, having sicced them on the Lighting Strike Coalition Force in the game's pre-story events (and in its prequel comic).

Crap, I forgot about that. #-o

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Posted by VirusCarnage on June 24th, 2014 @ 6:35pm CDT

I don't think it specifically said when it was taking place other then before the Ark was launched.

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Posted by Sabrblade on June 24th, 2014 @ 6:45pm CDT

viruscarnage wrote:I don't think it specifically said when it was taking place other then before the Ark was launched.

Checking back at the Game Informer article I transcribed, that does seem to be the case. Go figure.

Meanwhile, back on the robots’ home planet, Owen explains that this new game occurs before the resolution of Fall of Cybertron – which concludes with the majority of the cast departing the planet.

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