Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review
Wednesday, June 20th, 2012 10:09PM CDT
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mitchsantona has uploaded a review of the Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus playset. The figure transforms from rolling battle transport to Mech combat mode, features lights, sounds, & firing missiles, and can hold up to nine Cyberverse figures. His review is embedded below.
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Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392108)
Posted by zodconvoy on June 20th, 2012 @ 10:54pm CDT
Posted by zodconvoy on June 20th, 2012 @ 10:54pm CDT
It does seems pretty sweet but it begs the question: why not just make it Metroplex? Seriously, has Optimus stumbled upon a 200 foot tall version of himself sticking out of the desert sands on Prime, ala Planet of the Apes or something? With so many baseformers throughout their rich history, this just seems like a lost opportunity to me. 
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392114)
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 20th, 2012 @ 11:11pm CDT
This. And the answer is simple. Optimus sell. Prepare yourself for a Bumblebee version.
I just saw the video and it confirm my idea. This thing look totally lame and derpy. It's just a big empty frames with lots of holes in it. What's the point? At least, the DotM Cyberverse Ark looked like something solid in both modes. I got it on sale and I don't regret it.
If I see Optimus Maximus on clearance for 15$, I may just buy it, but never for more.
Posted by -Kanrabat- on June 20th, 2012 @ 11:11pm CDT
zodconvoy wrote:It does seems pretty sweet but it begs the question: why not just make it Metroplex? Seriously, has Optimus stumbled upon a 200 foot tall version of himself sticking out of the desert sands on Prime, ala Planet of the Apes or something? With so many baseformers throughout their rich history, this just seems like a lost opportunity to me.
This. And the answer is simple. Optimus sell. Prepare yourself for a Bumblebee version.
I just saw the video and it confirm my idea. This thing look totally lame and derpy. It's just a big empty frames with lots of holes in it. What's the point? At least, the DotM Cyberverse Ark looked like something solid in both modes. I got it on sale and I don't regret it.
If I see Optimus Maximus on clearance for 15$, I may just buy it, but never for more.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392120)
Posted by El Duque on June 20th, 2012 @ 11:24pm CDT
Posted by El Duque on June 20th, 2012 @ 11:24pm CDT
-Kanrabat- wrote:Prepare yourself for a Bumblebee version.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392123)
Posted by zodconvoy on June 20th, 2012 @ 11:36pm CDT
The Optimus one I could understand and even see why it would be fun but that? Not with a stolen d!ck.
OP is getting a white paint job and all the Metroplex parts Shapeways can make for me. I really wish I knew how tall it was in inches to see how well it would fit in with Classics.
Posted by zodconvoy on June 20th, 2012 @ 11:36pm CDT
El Duque wrote:-Kanrabat- wrote:Prepare yourself for a Bumblebee version.
The Optimus one I could understand and even see why it would be fun but that? Not with a stolen d!ck.
OP is getting a white paint job and all the Metroplex parts Shapeways can make for me. I really wish I knew how tall it was in inches to see how well it would fit in with Classics.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392135)
Posted by SkyWarpt on June 21st, 2012 @ 12:30am CDT
Posted by SkyWarpt on June 21st, 2012 @ 12:30am CDT
Easy pass for me
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392141)
Posted by edstarmd on June 21st, 2012 @ 1:10am CDT
Posted by edstarmd on June 21st, 2012 @ 1:10am CDT
I am sure someone, somewhere would have probably mentioned this comparison.
I keep on thinking of the Gobots powersuit (I think that's the name for it). Each gobot would wear a harness and make up the limbs, while the main controller of the suit is in the middle within a spaceship.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/ ... /MRPS9.jpg
I keep on thinking of the Gobots powersuit (I think that's the name for it). Each gobot would wear a harness and make up the limbs, while the main controller of the suit is in the middle within a spaceship.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/ ... /MRPS9.jpg
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392147)
Posted by Anonymous on June 21st, 2012 @ 2:34am CDT
Posted by Anonymous on June 21st, 2012 @ 2:34am CDT
Because Metroplex isn't Optimus Prime or Bumblebee.zodconvoy wrote:It does seems pretty sweet but it begs the question: why not just make it Metroplex?
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392165)
Posted by funklizard on June 21st, 2012 @ 4:14am CDT
Posted by funklizard on June 21st, 2012 @ 4:14am CDT
What these establish is that we could have had some cool Apex Armor for Starscream. But we don't. And we probably won't.
But maybe. Just maybe.
As far as the Optimus and Bumblebee suit things, I doubt I'd take one if it was free.
But maybe. Just maybe.
As far as the Optimus and Bumblebee suit things, I doubt I'd take one if it was free.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392172)
Posted by fenrir72 on June 21st, 2012 @ 4:59am CDT
Posted by fenrir72 on June 21st, 2012 @ 4:59am CDT
Give or take around 12" tall.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392190)
Posted by griftimus prime on June 21st, 2012 @ 7:56am CDT
Posted by griftimus prime on June 21st, 2012 @ 7:56am CDT
people will use that head for a lot of customs i bet.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392253)
Posted by gothsaurus on June 21st, 2012 @ 11:06am CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on June 21st, 2012 @ 11:06am CDT
I love these for what they are... well, the robot modes at least. Given, the base mode loses in a comparison with ANY base mode from the 80s or 90s, even. But the detailing and head sculpt — and the playability, which is I think where these excel — are all fantastic.
BUT yeah. Here's hoping there is a game-accurate Metroplex coming up the pike. I will buy the crap outta that. Bigger the better. Hopefully someone has solved the drop test issue in the past decade. Repaint it and retool it as Metrotitan and Fort Max, too.
Seriously. I want an awesome, epic base toy... something more awesome than Supreme Cheetor. (groan) And something with more play value than Unicron or Primus (basketball) base modes. ie. No ramps, garages, launchers, turrets, trap doors, hidden panels, booby traps, wenches, windows, computer panels, cockpits, elevators, driver seats or the other play set gimmicks I remember from childhood. THOSE are what I want in a city-former.
BUT yeah. Here's hoping there is a game-accurate Metroplex coming up the pike. I will buy the crap outta that. Bigger the better. Hopefully someone has solved the drop test issue in the past decade. Repaint it and retool it as Metrotitan and Fort Max, too.
Seriously. I want an awesome, epic base toy... something more awesome than Supreme Cheetor. (groan) And something with more play value than Unicron or Primus (basketball) base modes. ie. No ramps, garages, launchers, turrets, trap doors, hidden panels, booby traps, wenches, windows, computer panels, cockpits, elevators, driver seats or the other play set gimmicks I remember from childhood. THOSE are what I want in a city-former.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392270)
Posted by freetouch on June 21st, 2012 @ 11:44am CDT
Posted by freetouch on June 21st, 2012 @ 11:44am CDT
Come on... this is metroplex. If this doesn't get a recolor, or an exclusive somewhere, I'm going to be very shocked.
Also, I would kill for a scourge/Nemesis Prime Redeco... they could even call it "Evil Mech Prime" or some shit.
Also, I would kill for a scourge/Nemesis Prime Redeco... they could even call it "Evil Mech Prime" or some shit.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392273)
Posted by gothsaurus on June 21st, 2012 @ 12:01pm CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on June 21st, 2012 @ 12:01pm CDT
If this gets repainted as Metroplex, I will weep openly. The bot mode and base mode both miss the mark, especially compared with the amazing visuals on the game.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392285)
Posted by njb902 on June 21st, 2012 @ 12:53pm CDT
Posted by njb902 on June 21st, 2012 @ 12:53pm CDT
no way. it has basically no articulation.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392294)
Posted by gothsaurus on June 21st, 2012 @ 1:18pm CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on June 21st, 2012 @ 1:18pm CDT
Yeah, I'm having Star Convoy flashbacks.
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392333)
Posted by Bumblevivisector on June 21st, 2012 @ 2:35pm CDT
Posted by Bumblevivisector on June 21st, 2012 @ 2:35pm CDT
The base/vehicle mode actually gave me flashbacks to Energon Ironhide when he had it in profile. Wasn't too interested to begin with, but now I don't want anywhere near this thing.
Bring on more Cyberverse playsets that actually represent stuff from the show!
Bring on more Cyberverse playsets that actually represent stuff from the show!
Re: Transformers Prime Cyberverse Optimus Maximus Video Review (1392953)
Posted by Anonymous on June 23rd, 2012 @ 1:22am CDT
Drop tests be damned, we need our supreme-class cityformers.
Posted by Anonymous on June 23rd, 2012 @ 1:22am CDT
...no, it ios not. It's not even close to a cityformer. It's just a mech that sits down occasionally.freetouch wrote:Come on... this is metroplex.
You're making me weep uncontrollably. Stuff like that in modernized cityformer TFs with modern tech would be... well, perfect.gothsaurus wrote:ramps, garages, launchers, turrets, trap doors, hidden panels, booby traps, wenches, windows, computer panels, cockpits, elevators, driver seats or the other play set gimmicks I remember from childhood.
Drop tests be damned, we need our supreme-class cityformers.
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