Video Review: Transformers Generations Voyager Class Blitzwing

Posted by El Duque Apr 19, 2013 at 3:11pm CDT 30,620 views

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Seibertron.com member baltmatrix has posted a video review of the highly anticipated Transformers Generations Voyager Class Triplechanger Blitzwing. Check out his review embedded below.

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Comment by RiddlerJ Apr 19, 2013

Well...doesn't that suck? :-(

I still don't get why he simply doesn't have an intact turret on his back like the original did so those arms could go into filling in the gaps in the other modes. It seems like the designers just don't care about filling in the hollow chunks anymore.

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Comment by Twitchythe3rd Apr 19, 2013

I can see why they don't make that many triple changers any more. Transformation is a finicky mess.

I'm still getting him regardless since Lugnut needs his pal.

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Comment by WasPWNator Apr 19, 2013

I want this figure so badly it makes me feel ill.

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Comment by Mindmaster Apr 19, 2013

Way to dash all our hopes and dreams, Hasbro. :-(

I'll still pick him up, only for the sake of Springer having a nemesis (outside of Octane and Astrotrain) and adding another tank to the collection.

I hope and pray to God they get their shit together and fix all those problems.

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Comment by reluctantyouth Apr 19, 2013

One Word- Devastated :sad:

I removed my BBTS preorder and will not be searching for this figure. I'm really saddened by Hasbro's total lack of quality control and execution of this figure. I can only imagine that Springer will me much worse. A rubber nose cone and misaligned parts all around?...are you kidding me!! :-x

Sorry BBTS...maybe I'll save that money for Metroplex.

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Comment by Solrac333 Apr 19, 2013

Haha! Looks fine as long as you don't ope it out of the box, pick it up, touch, transform it, play with it...

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Comment by kirbenvost Apr 19, 2013

Hmm. Well, that's discouraging. But I haven't had a chance to watch the video yet, so...

In the immortal worlds of one Mr. Kool-Aid Man: "OHHH YEEEAAAAH!"

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Comment by Mkall Apr 19, 2013

Makes me wonder if the Takara Version will fix some of the problems he mentioned when it comes to plastic quality.

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Comment by Mindmaster Apr 19, 2013

reluctantyouth wrote:I can only imagine that Springer will me much worse.

Whoa now, let's not jump to conclusions/jinx us... :-s

Hopefully Springer will be the silver linings in the proverbial cloud. Hopefully.

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Comment by Mindmaster Apr 19, 2013

kirbenvost wrote:In the immortal worlds of one Mr. Kool-Aid Man: "OHHH YEEEAAAAH!"

Oddly relevant, considering the situation:

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Comment by Rated X Apr 19, 2013

uh oh...

The perfection police are out in full force today. :lol:

What do you want for 22 bucks ? I cant really watch the video since Im at work. But looking at a few clips, it seems you are getting your moneys worth.

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Comment by baltmatrix Apr 19, 2013

I can confirm that Springer is a MUCH better figure. That video review is uploading as I type this and will go live a little later this evening.

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Comment by Mindmaster Apr 19, 2013

Rated X wrote:uh oh...

The perfection police are out in full force today. What do you want for 22 bucks ? I cant really watch the video since Im at work. But looking at a few clips, it seems you are getting your moneys worth.

Not just the clips at the shoulders. "Tabs" in jet mode do not tab in like they are supposed to, the nosecone is apparently a bitch to transform into either vehicle mode, uneven tank treads, he can barely hold his gun, and possibly more.

But he stands pretty well, and he has RhA's originally-named "dongsword" that he has no trouble wielding, so there's a couple of positives...

baltmatrix wrote:I can confirm that Springer is a MUCH better figure. That video review is uploading as I type this and will go live a little later this evening.

See? Silver lining in the clouds.

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Comment by gothsaurus Apr 19, 2013

Ha ha ha ha. He's FREAKING OUT because those tabs won't lock in. :lol:

Personally, I'm thinking that's a woulda-been-nice-if-they-tabbed-in. While not perfect, I think all three modes are looking fantastic. Thinking with the new info it would be getting an 8/10 instead of a 10. :-?

I appreciate the honest review though. I'll make sure not to be drinking too much coffee when I tackle ole Blitzwing. >:oP

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Comment by chuckdawg1999 Apr 19, 2013

Mkall wrote:Makes me wonder if the Takara Version will fix some of the problems he mentioned when it comes to plastic quality.

Sorry to say but they usually don't. Once the mold is set and the plastics are chosen that's it. All we can hope for is that it'll look better.

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Comment by gothsaurus Apr 19, 2013

I wonder if there's any sort of sanding or filing that could remedy the issues with the nose cone. Hmmmmmmmm. :-?

Either way, this will look great on the shelf.

I also have a pretty snazzy idea for a custom out of this guy. Makes me wonder if they have any repaints in store with a new head, etc. Overcharge anyone? Shattered Glass?

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Comment by Mindmaster Apr 19, 2013

gothsaurus wrote:I also have a pretty snazzy idea for a custom out of this guy. Makes me wonder if they have any repaints in store with a new head, etc. Overcharge anyone? Shattered Glass?

Overcharge, yes.

Shattered Glass? Possibly, but not for straight-up retail. Try BotCon exclusive.

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Comment by Hip-Hoptimus Rime Apr 19, 2013

Wow, so much pessimism and negativity based on one review. :roll:

Personally, I will break out the Xacto knife when I get mine to fix those mishapen pegs, and use my usual methods to stiffen any other loose or tight joints, pegs, etc.

I am still very excited for this guy!

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Comment by gothsaurus Apr 19, 2013

Yeah, I was just curious for interest regarding repaints. I know any SG version would be for the club or Botcon.

Has SG Blitzwing ever appeared anywhere in fiction?

Glad to hear Springer is better!

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Comment by Mindmaster Apr 19, 2013

gothsaurus wrote:Yeah, I was just curious for interest regarding repaints. I know any SG version would be for the club or Botcon.

Has SG Blitzwing ever appeared anywhere in fiction?

Glad to hear Springer is better!

http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Blitzwing_%28SG%29

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