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UK Retailer In Demand Toys has posted official stock photography of the upcoming "One Shall Fall" Megatron figure.  This figure is a redeco and retool of the Studio Series 86 Megatron featuring battle damage on the chest and head and it includes the pistol Megatron used to blast Optimus Prime in The Transformers: The Movie.  This will go along with the "One Shall Stand" battle damaged Optimus Prime.  Given the look of the packaging, this will likely be part of Target's "More than Meets the Eye" exclusives in the United St

The success of the Transformers brand in the 80's led to a mad rush for any toy that could transform from one thing to another.  Fast food company McDonalds was no exception.  As part of Happy Meal promotions in 1987, 1989 and 1990 they released several series of "Changeables", figures that transformed from robots (and later, dinosaurs) to McDonalds food items!  For many Transformers fans, these figures inspire a lot of affection.

Takara Tomy has posted its listing for MPG Hot Rod.  This release appears to be a retool and redeco of Studio Series 86 Hot Rod with additional accessories.  This is an interesting reinterpretation of the MPG line as most MPG figures have basically been modern day Masterpiece figures while SS86 Hot Rod was originally sold as a Generations Voyager Class figure.  This figure has an MSRP of 

Takara Tomy has posted a listing for an unexpected figure: New Legends Lio Convoy in "Legendary Green" colors!  This figure is a reference to the Beast Wars II episode "Legend!  The Green Warrior.".  The figure has an MSRP of 8,250 Yen (about $52.05 USD) with a ship date of late July 2026.  This also marks the return of the Legends line, something that went away quite a fe

Takara Tomy Mall has posted its listing for Missing Link Grimlock, the twelfth entry into the series where G1 characters are reborn in toys styled like their 80's counterparts with modern-inspired articulation!  Grimlock is listed at 18,700 Yen (about $118.17 USD) with a release date of Late July 2026.  For now, check out the official stock photos and info (as translated by Google Translat

After months of rumor (and a previous release in a 5-Pack) Hasbro and Target have posted listings for Studio Series "Earth Mode" Hound!  Fans have technically already had the chance to obtain this base sculpt as Legacy Detritus, but this is the release most fans have been waiting for!  Both Hasbro Pulse and

The Official Takara Tomy Twitter Feed has posted a promo image of the upcoming Missing Link Grimlock figure!  He appears to lean towards the Diaclone era of styling complete with a chromed sword and "pilot" figure!  It appears more information will be released on January 14, 2026 so keep your optics peeled!  For now, enjoy the promo image below.

Hasbro has provided Ben's World of Transformers with photos and info for upcoming Walmart Exclusive Swapticons!  These cute figures can be combined with one another to create an alt-mode.  Check out the product info and images below:

Hasbro has provided Ben's World of Transformers with photos and product information for the Prime Changers assortment.  Two of these figures appear to be repackaged Cyberverse Bumblebee and Optimus Prime.  Megatron meanwhile appears to be a new sculpt (or at the very least, a figure that perhaps was meant to be released before but wasn't put out til now).  Check out the images and info for these figures below!

In a surprise reveal, Hasbro will be bringing back Tiny Turbo Changers!  These blind bagged figures are cute little transformable PVC figures representing characters from across various continuities in Transformers history.  The Tiny Turbo Changers will cost $3.99 each and be available early 2026 at Target and then at other retailers later in the year!  For now, check out the official info below with photos.