Editorial

TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT- BOTS 2013 PRODUCT INFORMATION

Construct, customize and convert! In 2013 Hasbro introduces revolutionary new innovation to TRANSFORMERS action figures with CONSTRUCT- BOTS. Each TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT- BOTS figure includes a robot frame and lots of armor, weapons and accessory parts to let kids build and customize their own TRANSFORMERS robot action figure. To enhance the TRANSFORMERS play experience, each CONSTRUCT- BOTS figure can quickly convert from rob... [Read More]

TRANSFORMERS BOT SHOTS 2013 PRODUCT INFORMATION

Collect ‘em all, Crash ‘em all - in four new ways! TRANSFORMERS BOT SHOTS figures are back, with four ways to play out TRANSFORMERS battles. Now, your TRANSFORMERS BOT SHOTS figures can jump, spin, flip or blitz into battle! Available in favorite characters, fans can choose their power, crash into battle and defeat their opponent. Plus, in 2013, new PREDACON characters bring the excitement of TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS to TRANSF... [Read More]

KRE-O TRANSFORMERS 2013 PRODUCT INFORMATION

Inspired by the new TRANSFORMERS PRIME ‘BEAST HUNTERS’ story, the KRE-O TRANSFORMERS line from Hasbro in 2013 features re-imagined AUTOBOT characters and new PREDACONS, in brick and KREON form, based on the award winning animated series from Hasbro Studios.

The 2013 KRE-O TRANSFORMERS line includes:

KRE-O TRANSFORMERS KREON MICRO CHANGERS Blind Bag Assortment
(Ages 6 -12 years /Approx. Retail Price: $2.49/Available: Spring 20... [Read More]

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS Action Figures 2013 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

The collectible TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS line of action figures features characters and expressions from throughout the nearly 30 years of history and heritage of the TRANSFORMERS brand. In 2013 the GENERATIONS line continues to celebrate the FALL OF CYBERTRON video game from Activision by featuring more “Cybertronian” styled action figures including the popular DINOBOT character GRIMLOCK. The TRANSFORMERS GENERATI... [Read More]

PLAYSKOOL HEROES 2013 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

The PLAYSKOOL HEROES product line is designed especially for younger kids who want all the fun and adventure of big kid action figures. The action and adventure heroes are based on favorite characters from the TRANSFORMERS, MARVEL, STAR WARS universes. This year offers new ways to play, introducing larger-sized five-inch action heroes perfect for younger kids, and a brand new line up of action!

Items new to the 2013 PLAYSKOOL HEROE... [Read More]

TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS 2013 PRODUCT INFORMATION


When a fearsome new faction of Beast TRANSFORMERS robots emerge on Earth, the AUTOBOTS must evolve to fight them — they must become BEAST HUNTERS! Based on the third season of the Emmy Award-winning animated series TRANSFORMERS PRIME, TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS finds the AUTOBOTS facing off against both the DECEPTICONS and an unprecedented new foe: the dragon-like PREDACONS, lead by the spectacular PREDAKING character! Has... [Read More]

Not a major toy news, but it is worth mentioning that Hasbro is planning to introduce a new “PVC-Less” Toy Packaging by 2013.

This decision comes from their effort to “Go Green”. Hasbro, Inc. announced today that it will eliminate polyvinyl chloride (PVC) from all new core toy and game packaging beginning in 2013. Hasbro has already begun to phase out PVC from some packaging, and has committed to completely eliminating PVC in packaging for new product beginning in 2013.
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Ever wonder about what goes into making a Transformers convention? What goes on behind the scenes and the unsung heroes whose work is always unconsciously appreciated? We recently had the chance to speak with Simon Plumbe aka Simes of our 2005 Boards, the organizer of Europe's largest Transformers Convention, Auto Assembly. Read on for an insightful look into the world that lies behind the scenes of what you normally see at the event on the day.


TFW - First of all, thank you for taking your... [Read More]

Currently working on the upcoming third Transformers movie, Mark Ryan recently took some time to answer questions for TFW2005. Mark Ryan is best known as the voices of Bumblebee and Jetfire in the 2007 and 2009 Transformers movies, but was also active as an on-set voice for many of the CGI characters during filming. In our interview, Mr. Ryan talks about his work on the Transformers franchise, his comic series with IDW, and more!




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Pawtucket, RI – February 1, 2009 – Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: HAS) announced today the start of a special promotion for its popular TRANSFORMERS toy line and is inviting kids and fans to “Join the N.E.S.T. GLOBAL ALLIANCE.” BUMBLEBEE and the AU... [Read More]

We recently had the unique opportunity for you, the fans, to address your questions or concerns about the Transformers comics to IDW Publishing's Andy Schmidt, editor for the Transformers comic books. Andy has very kindly answered all of your questions, and you can check out his responses below. Of particular note is that we can confirm that the Transformers Spotlight series of one shots will be making a come back in April 2010 with Transformers Spotlight Prowl!


Continuity

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Disclaimer: The original of this interview was published in Generations 2009 Vol.3.
This translation is provided solely to help non-Japanese fans who are unable to read this insightful interview in the book they purchased. Hope you 'll enjoy
Revisions by Sol Fury, who is always there to help and never says a harsh word on my Engrish Thank you!!


Who are they?
Mr. Shogo Hasui aka... [Read More]

Andy Schmidt, IDW Publishing’s senior editor overseeing the Transformers series, recently sat down with us to talk about the upcoming Transformers ongoing series, his history with the franchise and his work in the comics industry as a whole. He also takes some time out to address some of the concerns fans have raised about the artistic direction of the series, assuring us that other artists and styles being used on the Transformers books, and the potential benefits that the shift to an ongoing... [Read More]

Paul Eiding, best known among TF fans for his work as the voice of Perceptor in the original animated series, recently graced us here at TFW with an interview. Answering questions posed by some of the users on the site, Mr. Eiding mused about the original series, his work in the video industry, and his love of the stage. Read below to check it out!


TFW:
First off, how did you get the role of Perceptor? As he was a character that appeared in the second season, had you heard any buzz for... [Read More]