Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime
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The latest figures in the Authentics line, the simplified figures featuring the evergreen designs, were spotted recently in the Philipines and Cheatron wasted no time getting a review prepared. You can see him reviewing both the Grimlock and the Optimus Prime from that wave. In case people are confused about which figures these are, especially since the reviewer does not use any of the names used in this article, these are the voyager sized simplistic figures that we have been seeing under various names in different listings. There are smaller 4" figures which have Optimus, Bumblebee, Megatron and Starscream and there is a 7" line that just has Optimus, Bumblebee and Grimlock so far. Below is a review of that 7" Optimus and Grimlock.
There is no actual name for the line on the box/card. Hasbro has labelled it as the Authentics line, while this 7" line also goes by the name Project Storm in its store labeling, which is a name we have seen before in listings, not knowing what it was.
These toys are meant for a younger audience and have even stated appearing at Dollar General locations in the US, so please send us sightings.
For collectors who like these designs and would like figures with more traditional complexity, it seems that will be happening as well.
Without further ado, here is the review!
There is no actual name for the line on the box/card. Hasbro has labelled it as the Authentics line, while this 7" line also goes by the name Project Storm in its store labeling, which is a name we have seen before in listings, not knowing what it was.
These toys are meant for a younger audience and have even stated appearing at Dollar General locations in the US, so please send us sightings.
For collectors who like these designs and would like figures with more traditional complexity, it seems that will be happening as well.
Without further ado, here is the review!
Credit(s): chefatron
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Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1936040)
Posted by Emerje on February 5th, 2018 @ 8:06am CST
Posted by Emerje on February 5th, 2018 @ 8:06am CST
Does he really need to refer to the instructions so much?
Still want Grimlock, he just seems like a fun figure. Not necessarily good, just fun.
Emerje
Still want Grimlock, he just seems like a fun figure. Not necessarily good, just fun.
Emerje
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1937146)
Posted by ScottyP on February 9th, 2018 @ 2:57pm CST
Posted by ScottyP on February 9th, 2018 @ 2:57pm CST
The size classes are Alpha (the smaller ones) and Bravo (the larger ones)
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1937152)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on February 9th, 2018 @ 3:16pm CST
... This is just to tease Va'al's enemies, isn't it?
Source?
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on February 9th, 2018 @ 3:16pm CST
ScottyP wrote:The size classes are Alpha (the smaller ones) and Bravo (the larger ones)
... This is just to tease Va'al's enemies, isn't it?
Source?
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948728)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on March 27th, 2018 @ 5:58pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on March 27th, 2018 @ 5:58pm CDT
Thanks to a heads up from Seibertronian MaverickPrime, we have news that the Transformers Authentics figures have crossed the ocean and have landed in North America!
He spotted these figures, which are the 3 larger "Alpha" figures, at his local Walmart for $219 MXN, which is around $12 US. The "Alpha" assortment are the 7", roughly voyager sized figures, and they are Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Grimlock. These "Alpha" figures have yet to be seen in America, though the "Bravo" 5" figures have been, but it is nice to know that the "Alphas" have crossed the ocean and at least landed in Mexico. With this sighting, we can only hope that this means that the figures are soon to be seen at US retail.
For those who don't remember, these Authentics figures are based on the new "Evergreen" body style Hasbro is using, and they are larger, cheap toys with short and simple transformations.
Let us know what you think of this North American sighting of the Alpha Authentics below, and let us know if you see these guys showing up elsewhere around the world!
He spotted these figures, which are the 3 larger "Alpha" figures, at his local Walmart for $219 MXN, which is around $12 US. The "Alpha" assortment are the 7", roughly voyager sized figures, and they are Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Grimlock. These "Alpha" figures have yet to be seen in America, though the "Bravo" 5" figures have been, but it is nice to know that the "Alphas" have crossed the ocean and at least landed in Mexico. With this sighting, we can only hope that this means that the figures are soon to be seen at US retail.
For those who don't remember, these Authentics figures are based on the new "Evergreen" body style Hasbro is using, and they are larger, cheap toys with short and simple transformations.
Let us know what you think of this North American sighting of the Alpha Authentics below, and let us know if you see these guys showing up elsewhere around the world!
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948764)
Posted by Rated X on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:18pm CDT
Posted by Rated X on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:18pm CDT
All proceeds will go to funding the wall. 
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948765)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:22pm CDT
What wall?
On topic, a Walmart of all places? I guess the smaller ones are for the budget chains, while the bigger ones are for big box retailers?
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:22pm CDT
Rated X wrote:All proceeds will go to funding the wall.
What wall?
On topic, a Walmart of all places? I guess the smaller ones are for the budget chains, while the bigger ones are for big box retailers?
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948768)
Posted by Sabrblade on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:38pm CDT
Posted by Sabrblade on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:38pm CDT
The border wall.JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Rated X wrote:All proceeds will go to funding the wall.
What wall?
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948769)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:42pm CDT
You bastard!
Posted by -Kanrabat- on March 27th, 2018 @ 10:42pm CDT
Rated X wrote:All proceeds will go to funding the wall.
You bastard!
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948775)
Posted by Quantum Surge on March 27th, 2018 @ 11:15pm CDT
Posted by Quantum Surge on March 27th, 2018 @ 11:15pm CDT
[/quote]Rated X wrote:All proceeds will go to funding the wall.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948845)
Posted by Rated X on March 28th, 2018 @ 10:53am CDT
The "wall" is short for Walmart.
Posted by Rated X on March 28th, 2018 @ 10:53am CDT
Sabrblade wrote:The border wall.JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:Rated X wrote:All proceeds will go to funding the wall.
What wall?
The "wall" is short for Walmart.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948963)
Posted by Zeedust on March 28th, 2018 @ 9:43pm CDT
Posted by Zeedust on March 28th, 2018 @ 9:43pm CDT
Wait, the 5" ones showed up in the US? I must have missed it. When and where?
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948966)
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on March 28th, 2018 @ 9:52pm CDT
I am 99% sure we did not have a sighting, but TFW did one, from someone finding them at Dollar General or something like that.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on March 28th, 2018 @ 9:52pm CDT
Zeedust wrote:Wait, the 5" ones showed up in the US? I must have missed it. When and where?
I am 99% sure we did not have a sighting, but TFW did one, from someone finding them at Dollar General or something like that.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1948969)
Posted by BombshellDaBug on March 28th, 2018 @ 10:05pm CDT
Posted by BombshellDaBug on March 28th, 2018 @ 10:05pm CDT
Wait a minute.
This line has "Alpha" figures, and "Bravo" figures.
Authentics Alpha Bravo confirmed. All praise our lord and savior Alpha Bravo.
This line has "Alpha" figures, and "Bravo" figures.
Authentics Alpha Bravo confirmed. All praise our lord and savior Alpha Bravo.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1954694)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on April 21st, 2018 @ 8:19am CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on April 21st, 2018 @ 8:19am CDT
Video review of "Warrior" Starscream:
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1954743)
Posted by Va'al on April 21st, 2018 @ 11:47am CDT
Posted by Va'al on April 21st, 2018 @ 11:47am CDT
Thanks to a notification from fellow Seibertronian -Kanrabat- we now have a third video review from the Transformers Authentics toyline, after the ones for Optimus Prime and Grimlock covered here - and the newcomer is none other than The Chosen One, Lord Starscream himself!
Check out the clip embedded below, let us know what you think of this smaller scale (about Legends class) figure's jet and robot mode, and the simpler transformation of the line in general, as the characters take on the 'evergreen' designs meant to call back to a general 'iconic' aesthetic, all in the Energon Pub discussion boards!
Check out the clip embedded below, let us know what you think of this smaller scale (about Legends class) figure's jet and robot mode, and the simpler transformation of the line in general, as the characters take on the 'evergreen' designs meant to call back to a general 'iconic' aesthetic, all in the Energon Pub discussion boards!
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1954753)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on April 21st, 2018 @ 12:11pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on April 21st, 2018 @ 12:11pm CDT
Glad I pointed out a NEW news for once!
Also, go check out his other videos. The guy deserves the views.
Also, go check out his other videos. The guy deserves the views.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1954781)
Posted by william-james88 on April 21st, 2018 @ 1:23pm CDT
I think there has been some confusion.
That is not the new warrior starscream, this is:
That video is instead showing Authentics 4" Starscream, which Chefatron had reviewed back in December. That toy has been available for a while now across the globe, just not in Canada.
Posted by william-james88 on April 21st, 2018 @ 1:23pm CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:Video review of "Warrior" Starscream:
I think there has been some confusion.
That is not the new warrior starscream, this is:
That video is instead showing Authentics 4" Starscream, which Chefatron had reviewed back in December. That toy has been available for a while now across the globe, just not in Canada.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1954782)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on April 21st, 2018 @ 1:29pm CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on April 21st, 2018 @ 1:29pm CDT
Goddamit. 
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1957215)
Posted by bacem on May 2nd, 2018 @ 1:20am CDT
Posted by bacem on May 2nd, 2018 @ 1:20am CDT
Found the 7" one on the retail, decided to get grimlock. Gotta say, i like him more than i expected. The plastic actually doesn't feel cheap in hand. If anything, they feel sturdier than POTP plastic. He is also pretty stable, considering the huge gap on his foot.
overall, pretty impressed, especially for the price.
overall, pretty impressed, especially for the price.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1957229)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 2nd, 2018 @ 4:37am CDT
Posted by -Kanrabat- on May 2nd, 2018 @ 4:37am CDT
That Grimlock desperately need some paint. I'm pretty sure any painters/customizers will have fun painting this guy. I mean, it's like those "paint it yourself" statues you find at the dollar store or hobby shop. That Grimlock fully painted is sure to look pretty boss.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1957269)
Posted by bacem on May 2nd, 2018 @ 9:38am CDT
agreed. And with a 10.99$ price, he is a perfect canvas.
Posted by bacem on May 2nd, 2018 @ 9:38am CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:That Grimlock desperately need some paint. I'm pretty sure any painters/customizers will have fun painting this guy. I mean, it's like those "paint it yourself" statues you find at the dollar store or hobby shop. That Grimlock fully painted is sure to look pretty boss.
agreed. And with a 10.99$ price, he is a perfect canvas.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1960097)
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on May 17th, 2018 @ 8:46pm CDT
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on May 17th, 2018 @ 8:46pm CDT
Here's a video review of Big Grim.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989203)
Posted by william-james88 on October 14th, 2018 @ 6:36pm CDT
Posted by william-james88 on October 14th, 2018 @ 6:36pm CDT
We had previously seen a retool of the RID giant Bumblebee figure redone as what we assumed was Cyberverse Bumblebee. However, now that we have our first listing for the figure, on the Kohl's website, we see that this is instead part of the Authentics line, which is a line that also uses those evergreen G1 designs. None of those words appear on the packaging or listing, which simply calls this toy Transformers Super Bumblebee Figure. It is listed for $49.99 USD but certain discounts may apply, and it can be ordered now. This figure is also appearing in Kohl's stores.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989400)
Posted by notsoalex on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:16pm CDT
Posted by notsoalex on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:16pm CDT
Thanks to our own site owner, Seibertron, we now have a new deal! If you wanted to pick a couple of the Authentics 5 inch/Bravo figures, now is your chance to do so! This deal was found in a Walgreens at Des Plaines, Illinois, where you can pick up two Transformers Authentics 5 inch "Bravo" figures each for $6.99, and grab a 3rd extra Authentics figure for free!
These Authentics figure used to be available online, or in General Dollar-esque stores, and there are also 7 inch "Alpha" assortments.
So if you wanted to pick up these simple, inexpensive figures, head out to your local Walgreens, and grab two for the price of one!
These Authentics figure used to be available online, or in General Dollar-esque stores, and there are also 7 inch "Alpha" assortments.
So if you wanted to pick up these simple, inexpensive figures, head out to your local Walgreens, and grab two for the price of one!
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989402)
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:22pm CDT
Posted by Jelze Bunnycat on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:22pm CDT
To be clear: here, when they say "Buy 2, Get 1 Free", it means if you buy 2 at full price, you get a third free. Says so on the tag too 
So it's not 2 for the price of 1, but 3 for the price of 2.
So it's not 2 for the price of 1, but 3 for the price of 2.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989403)
Posted by SkyFire Prime on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:31pm CDT
Posted by SkyFire Prime on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:31pm CDT
A complicated path to the trash lol.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989404)
Posted by Bumblevivisector on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:33pm CDT
Posted by Bumblevivisector on October 15th, 2018 @ 10:33pm CDT
Oh boy! If my Junkion Hunt takes me to a Walgreens that actually has 3 different Authenics in stock, I...still probably won't bother. I mean, my first Starscream was the Classic Pretender, whom this Screamer really reminds me of, and if I had three, I could dye up a Transformer Legends Thundercracker and Skywarp, and the trio could do a memorial fly-over of my nearest dying Sears (see, the 4 Classic Pretenders were released without their shells as a Kmart exclusive subgroup called "Transformer Legends"), and--
Yeah, still no. If I break my rule for no Seeker collecting outside of the Classic Starscream mold this year, it'll be for Cyberverse deluxes.
Good deal though.
Yeah, still no. If I break my rule for no Seeker collecting outside of the Classic Starscream mold this year, it'll be for Cyberverse deluxes.
Good deal though.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989408)
Posted by steve2275 on October 15th, 2018 @ 11:24pm CDT
also says with card
Posted by steve2275 on October 15th, 2018 @ 11:24pm CDT
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:To be clear: here, when they say "Buy 2, Get 1 Free", it means if you buy 2 at full price, you get a third free. Says so on the tag too
also says with card
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989432)
Posted by TF-fan kev777 on October 16th, 2018 @ 8:01am CDT
That's just Walgreens being Walgreens. If you want anything that is on a sale price at that store you need to have their rewards card. It free to sign up and you can do it at the register, so don't let that deter you if you want in on this deal. Note, Wreck Gar is at regular price, so no card needed unless he goes on sale at some point.
Posted by TF-fan kev777 on October 16th, 2018 @ 8:01am CDT
steve2275 wrote:JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:To be clear: here, when they say "Buy 2, Get 1 Free", it means if you buy 2 at full price, you get a third free. Says so on the tag too
also says with card
That's just Walgreens being Walgreens. If you want anything that is on a sale price at that store you need to have their rewards card. It free to sign up and you can do it at the register, so don't let that deter you if you want in on this deal. Note, Wreck Gar is at regular price, so no card needed unless he goes on sale at some point.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989435)
Posted by RiddlerJ on October 16th, 2018 @ 8:24am CDT
Posted by RiddlerJ on October 16th, 2018 @ 8:24am CDT
I'm actually curious about Starscream and Megatron but it doesn't matter because I haven't seen any of these anywhere.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989436)
Posted by Cobotron on October 16th, 2018 @ 8:25am CDT
Walgreen's Reward card is nice. The points rack up quickly. I have a nice balance I've been sitting on, waiting to use it on Wreck-Gar. Should bring him down to below regular price.
At about $4.60 a pop, these little guys are more tempting. They'ed make fun little desk fiddlers for work. I like Megs and Starscream, but who would the 3rd be? Prime or Bee?
Posted by Cobotron on October 16th, 2018 @ 8:25am CDT
TF-fan kev777 wrote:steve2275 wrote:JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:To be clear: here, when they say "Buy 2, Get 1 Free", it means if you buy 2 at full price, you get a third free. Says so on the tag too
also says with card
That's just Walgreens being Walgreens. If you want anything that is on a sale price at that store you need to have their rewards card. It free to sign up and you can do it at the register, so don't let that deter you if you want in on this deal. Note, Wreck Gar is at regular price, so no card needed unless he goes on sale at some point.
Walgreen's Reward card is nice. The points rack up quickly. I have a nice balance I've been sitting on, waiting to use it on Wreck-Gar. Should bring him down to below regular price.
At about $4.60 a pop, these little guys are more tempting. They'ed make fun little desk fiddlers for work. I like Megs and Starscream, but who would the 3rd be? Prime or Bee?
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989517)
Posted by notsoalex on October 16th, 2018 @ 10:56pm CDT
Thanks! I'll edit it shortly... or well it's already edited apparently!
I'll be honest, neither. I suggest Grimlock.
Posted by notsoalex on October 16th, 2018 @ 10:56pm CDT
JelZe GoldRabbit wrote:To be clear: here, when they say "Buy 2, Get 1 Free", it means if you buy 2 at full price, you get a third free. Says so on the tag too
Thanks! I'll edit it shortly... or well it's already edited apparently!
Cobotron wrote:I like Megs and Starscream, but who would the 3rd be? Prime or Bee?
I'll be honest, neither. I suggest Grimlock.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989518)
Posted by william-james88 on October 16th, 2018 @ 11:20pm CDT
Grimlock is not part of that size class assortment (in the US right now), you only have 4 choices for the buy 2 get 1 free so your third is either BB or Optimus.
Posted by william-james88 on October 16th, 2018 @ 11:20pm CDT
notirishman wrote:Cobotron wrote:I like Megs and Starscream, but who would the 3rd be? Prime or Bee?
I'll be honest, neither. I suggest Grimlock.
Grimlock is not part of that size class assortment (in the US right now), you only have 4 choices for the buy 2 get 1 free so your third is either BB or Optimus.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989536)
Posted by RiddlerJ on October 17th, 2018 @ 7:28am CDT
Get two Starscreams and repaint one into someone else.
Posted by RiddlerJ on October 17th, 2018 @ 7:28am CDT
william-james88 wrote:notirishman wrote:Cobotron wrote:I like Megs and Starscream, but who would the 3rd be? Prime or Bee?
I'll be honest, neither. I suggest Grimlock.
Grimlock is not part of that size class assortment (in the US right now), you only have 4 choices for the buy 2 get 1 free so your third is either BB or Optimus.
Get two Starscreams and repaint one into someone else.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989547)
Posted by TF-fan kev777 on October 17th, 2018 @ 10:03am CDT
Getting 2 Starscreams might be your best bet. Walgreens distribution is weird. I've been to 12 different Walgreens over the past few days keeping an eye out for Wreck Gar, but also looking at these. I have yet to see more than 2 different characters in the same store. 2 Primes with 2 Bees, 2 Starscreams with 2 Megs. Never more than 4 total and never 2 different ones.
So the whole Buy 2, get 1 free is pretty useless unless you wanted more than 1 of the same figure.
Posted by TF-fan kev777 on October 17th, 2018 @ 10:03am CDT
RiddlerJ wrote:william-james88 wrote:notirishman wrote:Cobotron wrote:I like Megs and Starscream, but who would the 3rd be? Prime or Bee?
I'll be honest, neither. I suggest Grimlock.
Grimlock is not part of that size class assortment (in the US right now), you only have 4 choices for the buy 2 get 1 free so your third is either BB or Optimus.
Get two Starscreams and repaint one into someone else.
Getting 2 Starscreams might be your best bet. Walgreens distribution is weird. I've been to 12 different Walgreens over the past few days keeping an eye out for Wreck Gar, but also looking at these. I have yet to see more than 2 different characters in the same store. 2 Primes with 2 Bees, 2 Starscreams with 2 Megs. Never more than 4 total and never 2 different ones.
So the whole Buy 2, get 1 free is pretty useless unless you wanted more than 1 of the same figure.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (1989665)
Posted by galvatron00 on October 18th, 2018 @ 8:17am CDT
Posted by galvatron00 on October 18th, 2018 @ 8:17am CDT
I agree with Cobotron, Walgreens is always giving me money on things I buy anyway. And by money I mean points, which turn in to Walgreens money.
That said, I've never seen these guys in person but sub $5/ea net for them would be worth it!
That said, I've never seen these guys in person but sub $5/ea net for them would be worth it!
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007128)
Posted by bacem on January 28th, 2019 @ 9:30am CST
Posted by bacem on January 28th, 2019 @ 9:30am CST
Since nobody mention it here yet, thought i'd do it. Found authentics voyager size megatron on retail yesterday.
seems decent in my eyes, so i pick him up.
This is the best authentics figure so far, IMO. Besides obviously bigger version of the smaller one, it had a bit more improvement.
In tank mode, his head actually folded in.
in robot mode, he looks identical with the smaller one, except with more details. He has additional ankle tilt and waist rotation, so his articulation is the best among all authentics figures.
lastly, size comparison with grimlock.
seems decent in my eyes, so i pick him up.
This is the best authentics figure so far, IMO. Besides obviously bigger version of the smaller one, it had a bit more improvement.
In tank mode, his head actually folded in.
in robot mode, he looks identical with the smaller one, except with more details. He has additional ankle tilt and waist rotation, so his articulation is the best among all authentics figures.
lastly, size comparison with grimlock.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007155)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 28th, 2019 @ 12:59pm CST
Posted by -Kanrabat- on January 28th, 2019 @ 12:59pm CST
That Megatron seem pretty decent.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007216)
Posted by william-james88 on January 28th, 2019 @ 6:53pm CST
Posted by william-james88 on January 28th, 2019 @ 6:53pm CST
Fellow Seibertronian Bacem picked up a toy that has been lingering on US shelves for a little while now, Authentics Megatron, the bigger one. There has been very little info about it out there so we wanted to share with you the images the user took. Like that you can get an idea of what this is a voyager sized toy at a deluxe price point has to offer.
bacem wrote:Since nobody mention it here yet, thought i'd do it. Found authentics voyager size megatron on retail yesterday.
Seems decent in my eyes, so i pick him up.
This is the best Authentics figure so far, IMO. Besides obviously bigger version of the smaller one, it had a bit more improvement.
In tank mode, his head actually folded in.
In robot mode, he looks identical with the smaller one, except with more details. He has additional ankle tilt and waist rotation, so his articulation is the best among all Authentics figures.
Lastly, size comparison with Grimlock.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007236)
Posted by TulioDude on January 28th, 2019 @ 8:36pm CST
Posted by TulioDude on January 28th, 2019 @ 8:36pm CST
I like that this gives an alternative to those who want a Megatron,but can't pay much.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007238)
Posted by ausbot on January 28th, 2019 @ 8:53pm CST
Posted by ausbot on January 28th, 2019 @ 8:53pm CST
I kinda like this.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007239)
Posted by JazZeke on January 28th, 2019 @ 8:54pm CST
Posted by JazZeke on January 28th, 2019 @ 8:54pm CST
Wow, so Hasbro decided to cut the middleman and make their own knockoffs, huh?
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007243)
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on January 28th, 2019 @ 9:34pm CST
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on January 28th, 2019 @ 9:34pm CST
This is incredible. I had no idea this figure was coming, one can hope for Starscream
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007249)
Posted by noctorro on January 29th, 2019 @ 1:09am CST
I'm hoping for a re-release of that Cyber Battalion Starscream in proper colors and 2 repaints.
Posted by noctorro on January 29th, 2019 @ 1:09am CST
chuckdawg1999 wrote:This is incredible. I had no idea this figure was coming, one can hope for Starscream
I'm hoping for a re-release of that Cyber Battalion Starscream in proper colors and 2 repaints.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007250)
Posted by noctorro on January 29th, 2019 @ 1:11am CST
Posted by noctorro on January 29th, 2019 @ 1:11am CST
Yes! I love this thing! It's so simple yet good in all modes.
Tank mode's a bit okay but presentable. Good articulation and very nice robot mode.
I love the first version so much I bought 4 to make a small Megatron Army.
The Beeftank was their leader first, but this will be their new leader.
Or I'll just start a voyager sized simple transformation great looking Megatron army.
Hasbro needs to do this more, just upsize some great scouts and legion/legend/cyberverse
figures.
There's a tiny cyberverse Optimus Prime out there with the perfect transformation.
Voyager size it up and give it knees Hasbro pls.
Tank mode's a bit okay but presentable. Good articulation and very nice robot mode.
I love the first version so much I bought 4 to make a small Megatron Army.
The Beeftank was their leader first, but this will be their new leader.
Or I'll just start a voyager sized simple transformation great looking Megatron army.
Hasbro needs to do this more, just upsize some great scouts and legion/legend/cyberverse
figures.
There's a tiny cyberverse Optimus Prime out there with the perfect transformation.
Voyager size it up and give it knees Hasbro pls.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007255)
Posted by FrankTheJohnson on January 29th, 2019 @ 1:49am CST
Posted by FrankTheJohnson on January 29th, 2019 @ 1:49am CST
No, nah, never, and only on one case, which isn't the case,but.... This figure is only good for one thing and that's being a bigger figure for a lower price. Door a figure thats that size he is more than likely more detail, transformation whise, so I wouldn't mind the $30 Voyager class figure price. It being and less means it's gonna be of a less quality.. and totally that's this figure.
It will not be on my shelf nor am I'm spend my hard earned money on this figure... No, nah, never, nope....
It will not be on my shelf nor am I'm spend my hard earned money on this figure... No, nah, never, nope....
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007258)
Posted by bacem on January 29th, 2019 @ 4:45am CST
that is fair, because you are obviously not the target market of this figure. These are marketed for dollar store, for younger kids in particular, not for collector. It just so happens that there are collectors that attracted to these as well. Nobody's forcing you to buy them to begin with.
Posted by bacem on January 29th, 2019 @ 4:45am CST
FrankTheJohnson wrote:No, nah, never, and only on one case, which isn't the case,but.... This figure is only good for one thing and that's being a bigger figure for a lower price. Door a figure thats that size he is more than likely more detail, transformation whise, so I wouldn't mind the $30 Voyager class figure price. It being and less means it's gonna be of a less quality.. and totally that's this figure.
It will not be on my shelf nor am I'm spend my hard earned money on this figure... No, nah, never, nope....
that is fair, because you are obviously not the target market of this figure. These are marketed for dollar store, for younger kids in particular, not for collector. It just so happens that there are collectors that attracted to these as well. Nobody's forcing you to buy them to begin with.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007262)
Posted by Emerje on January 29th, 2019 @ 6:04am CST
Posted by Emerje on January 29th, 2019 @ 6:04am CST
Didn't really care for Megatron that much when we first saw him, just wasn't crazy about the shoulders, but it's growing on me. Maybe I'll check Big Lots this weekend.
Emerje
Emerje
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007268)
Posted by bacem on January 29th, 2019 @ 7:20am CST
you are correct about the shoulder. The range of movement is limited due to parts clashing against parts.
Posted by bacem on January 29th, 2019 @ 7:20am CST
Emerje wrote:Didn't really care for Megatron that much when we first saw him, just wasn't crazy about the shoulders, but it's growing on me. Maybe I'll check Big Lots this weekend.
Emerje
you are correct about the shoulder. The range of movement is limited due to parts clashing against parts.
Re: Video Review for Transformers Authentics 7" Grimlock and Optimus Prime (2007269)
Posted by Tyrannacon on January 29th, 2019 @ 7:22am CST
Posted by Tyrannacon on January 29th, 2019 @ 7:22am CST
Which retailers are carrying this Voyager-sized Authentics Megatron? I might want to acquire one for my shrine to his glorious-ness.
