Welcome to TFW2005.com’s Toyfair 2005 Roundup! This article will be continuously updated throughout the week of Toyfair 2005 with all the current info we come across. Links to our galleries, threads on the 2005 Boards, quick lists of info we come across, other sites coverage links, and much more. Make sure to checkback here for everything you need!
Toy Fair 2005 News Flashes:Asmzine.com brings us a detailed look at the remolded head on “Swerve” the red Alternators Tracks recolor. CLICK HERE for more details.
Our images from the Palisades Toy Fair Booth are now online. CLICK HERE to check out closeups of the unreleased Starscream, Wheeljack and Shockwave statues.
For the first official pictures of Transformers Cybertron and the first ever look at Alternators Prowl click here to go to our Toy Fair 2005 Hasbro Transformers Images Gallery.
Alternators Prowl will be a 2005 Acura RSX with G1 style detailing and roof sirens. For the transformation into robot mode the hood comes down to form the chest similar to the Spychanger version.
The Alternators “Dragstrip” (Yellow Windcharger remold) and “Swerve” (Red Tracks recolor) on display had blank licence plates.
The Cybertron Vector Prime on display was a brighter white than the Galaxy Force version. The Supreme class “King” Starscream has a removable crown. The rest of the Cybertron figures seem very similar to their Galaxy Force counter parts.
No Generation 1 Commemorative Series reissue or Universe toys were present.
Diamond Select Toys has never before seen Transformers Wall Plaques on display at Toy Fair, they consist of an Autobot symbol which has a release date of July 2005 and a Decepticon symbol that has a release date of September 2005. Images are available here.
BigBadToyStore has added a listing for a new Transformers Toy Line titled Legends of Cybertron, which will consist of 8 PVC style figures (similar to the Heroes of Cybertron Line). Scheduled to arrive in September/October the figures are Optimus Prime, Megatron, Starscream, Hot Shot, and 4 new figures: Jetfire, EVAC, Scourge-Dragon, Power Up Lion. Click here for an image sample.
Hasbro has sent out a press release for Transformers Cybertron, it includes story details and what toys will be released in the first wave. Click here for the full press release or read on for the highlights.
CYBERTRON, home planet of both TRANSFORMERS factions, is in danger. In order to save it from certain destruction, OPTIMUS PRIME will lead the AUTOBOTS on an intergalactic scavenger hunt to lost planets to find four ancient CYBER PLANET KEYS. But MEGATRON and the nefarious DECEPTICONS will be hot on their heels, trying to steal the CYBER PLANET KEYS and harness their power for evil. These four CYBER PLANET KEYS are the AUTOBOTS only hope, as they have the power to unlock CYBERTRON itself, and make their home planet into the one TRANSFORMERS robot powerful enough to shut down the black hole that threatens the entire universe!
TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON will launch during the summer of 2005 in conjunction with the debut of the new Cartoon Network animated series.
TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON ”SUPREME CLASS” FIGURE
(Approximate retail price: $49.99; Recommended for ages 5 and up)
The TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON Supreme Class STARCREAM figure is the most challenging foe the AUTOBOT forces have ever seen! The evil STARSCREAM figure, second in command of the DECEPTICONS, stands at more than 14-inches and converts from robot to jet, features lights and battle sounds, and comes with a gold crown of leadership. STARSCREAM includes two CYBER PLANET KEYS, unlocking two different mechanical features. First, a hidden sword that swings out from underneath his right arm. Second, a projectile launcher that swings out from underneath his left arm.
TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON “LEADER CLASS” FIGURES
(Approximate retail price: $39.99; Recommended for ages 5 and up)
The TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON Leader Class assortment includes the two main characters from the new CYBERTRON animated series that each have a triple-change feature and can be changed into three different modes instead of the traditional two! AUTOBOTS leader, OPTIMUS PRIME, converts from robot, to truck, and then to flight mode, creating the greatest OPTIMUS PRIME ever created! The figure’s CYBER PLANET KEY feature reveals a hidden weapon to defeat the evil DECEPTICONS. The MEGATRON figure converts from robot, to vehicle, and then to jet mode, and includes a spinning hand weapon and CYBER PLANET KEY activation to aid in his quest to defeat the heroic OPTIMUS PRIME and his AUTOBOT forces! Both also feature electronic lights and battle sounds.
TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON “ULTRA CLASS” FIGURES
(Approximate retail price: $24.99; Recommended for ages 5 and up)
The TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON Ultra Class assortment features some of the coolest lead characters in the new animated series and introduces the CYBER PLANET KEY activation features that produce flip-up wings, 3-headed dragon modes, projectile launching and additional fun play. Included in the assortment are JETFIRE, second in command of the AUTOBOTS and commander of the AUTOBOTS air forces; and SCOURGE, a wicked 3-headed dragon that rules the Jungle Planet with a vicious trans-metal claw.
TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON “VOYAGER CLASS” FIGURES
(Approximate retail price: $19.99; Recommended for ages 5 and up)
The TRANSFOMERS Voyager Class assortment features two new characters from the TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON series — CRUMPLEZONE, the strong and speedy DECEPTICON, and VECTOR PRIME, the wise and ancient TRANSFORMERS character that aides in the quest for the CYBER PLANET KEYS. Both come with CYBER PLANET KEYS that reveal cool hidden features and various accessories!
TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON DELUXE Figures
(Approximate retail price: $9.99; Recommended for ages 5 and up)
The TRANSFORMERS Deluxe assortment features six new figures – HOT SHOT, DIRT BOSS, THUNDERCRACKER, LANDMINE, RED ALERT, and OVERRIDE. Each come with a CYBER PLANET KEY that reveals awesome activated features to enhance all your fun TRANSFORMERS play.
TRANSFORMERS CYBERTRON “SCOUT CLASS” FIGURES
(Approximate retail price: $6.99; Recommended for ages 5 and up)
The TRANSFORMERS Scout Class assortment features six new figures – OVERHAUL, RANSACK, SCATTORSHOT, CLOCKER, HARDTOP, and the RECON MINI-CON TEAM – JOLT, SIX SPEED, and REVERB. Except for the RECON MINI-CON TEAM, each Scout Class assortment character comes with a CYBER PLANET KEY that reveals awesome activated features to enhance all your fun TRANSFORMERS play!
TRANSFORMERS ALTERNATORS
(Approximate retail price: $19.99; Recommended for ages 5 and up)
TRANSFORMERS ALTERNATORS are 1:24 scale vehicles have rubber-look tires and adjustable seats for an incomparable authenticity! The line is refreshed throughout the year with new additions. The following TRANSFORMERS ALTERNATORS will be available during Spring 2005: Ford Mustang GT/GRIMLOCK; Jeep Wrangler Offroad/SWINDLE; Honda S2000/WINDCHARGER; Chevrolet Corvette 2-BATTLE RAVAGE; Mazda RX-8 Race SHOCKBLAST.
Hasbro has sent out a press release regarding Toy Fair 2005, click here to see it.