Transformers

Thanks to retail site Momo we now have our first look at Authentics Alpha Class Starscream.  This is a new figure which appears to be heavily based on Starscream's "Evergreen" design featuring classic Starscream details with a modernized touch.  The Alpha Class figures are the larger Authentics, with a height around the size of a modern day Voyager Class figure.

Amazon Australia has once again accidentally released an early look at a Rise of the Beasts action figure.  Overnight they put up (then took down) a listing for Voyager Class Rise of the Beasts Cheetor.  It is possible the figure could be revealed soon by Hasbro the same way Airazor was.  For now, enjoy the pics taken from Amazon Australia in the gallery below!

General Information:
Release Date: February 2009
Price Point: $4.99 (varies depending on retailer)
Retailer: General (Toys R Us, Target, Wal-Mart etc.)
Accessories: None

With the Great Wars over, Megatron has joined the Autobots and humans in an attempt to create a world where everyone can live side by side in peace.  Check out my review and gallery of EarthSpark Deluxe Class Megatron!

Prime 1 Studios has updated their Facebook Page with a reveal of their upcoming Powermaster Optimus Prime statue.  This is a very different design than what G1 fans are used to.  Instead of a very blocky design, this one seems to take the layered look of live action movie designs and use influences from Powermaster Optimus Prime (with Apex Armor) to create a whole new design.  The piece is still in development so no price or release date has been revealed yet.  For now, check out the official info, video and extensive gallery belo

Elita-1 is Optimus Prime's second in command, helping to defend Earth against threats including rebel Decepticons and the evil Mandroid!  Check out my first EarthSpark review and gallyer: Warrior Class Elita-1.

It may seem odd to post a news byte about photos from a mall in the Philippines, but let's be real, in the United States (and some other places) toy collectors have largely had their collecting activities relegated to online sources or toy sections of stores like Target or Walmart.  The days of going to Toys 'R' Us (in its previous incarnation) and seeing dozens (if not hundreds) of Transformers toys on pegs and shelves is over and not coming back any time soon.