2025
Toy News: Results of the Transformers Activate Your Alt Mode Campaign Give Shockwave a New Alt-Mode
In July Hasbro launched the "Activate Your Alt Mode" campaign where fans were given the opportunity to choose a new form for a classic character. In the end, Shockwave was the chosen character and fans voted for him to get a beast-based alt-mode.
Toy Review: "Studio Series" Gamer Edition Elite Seeker & Ground Soldier
When Megatron wants overwhelming force in battle he calls upon his armies of Elite Seekers and Ground Soldiers! Check out my review and gallery of this Studio Series Gamer Edition two pack.
Toy News: Official Images, Info & Preorders for New "Studio Series" Figures Including Soundwave
It's Transformers Day and with this day we have a whole bunch of new preorders for Studio Series figures! Check out the official info and images below. Using the links below to purchase will help support Ben's World of Transformers!
Toy News: "Studio Series 86" Leader Class Soundwave Leaked
Thanks to the folks over at TFW2005 we have a leak of Studio Series 86 Soundwave! This figure is not a redeco or retool of the previous Voyager Class figure from Siege but is instead an all new Leader Class figure. The set will include three of his "cassette" warriors: Buzzsaw, Laserbeak and Ravage - also all new tools! Check out the pics below and for now take this news with a grain of salt as it has yet to be officially revealed by Hasbro.
Business News: It is the End of an Era as Hasbro Confirms it is Leaving Rhode Island
It is the end of an era as several news outlets including NBC Boston have revealed that Hasbro, maker of toys including Transformers will be moving to Boston by the end of 2026, leaving a home it has known for over a century. Hasbro opened in 1923 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island and continues to operate a large facility in Rhode Island to this day. According to
Toy News: New Photos of "Age of the Primes" Sureshot with Spoilsport
After being on display during San Diego Comic-Con 2025, Hasbro designer Mark Maher has taken to Instagram to post detailed photos of the upcoming Age of the Primes Sureshot with Spoilsport! The release of this figure will complete the group of Autobot Targetmasters introduced in 1987 which include Pointblank and Crosshairs. Check out the pics below!
Toy Review: "Generations" Age of the Primes Sideways
Sideways is one of the survivors of the destruction of Planet X. He is neither an Autobot or Decepticon with loyalties only to his homeworld. Check out my review and gallery of this Walmart exclusive figure here.
