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Thanks to the folks at Mephistu in the UK, we have our first look at stock photos of a new Transformers sub-line called "Spotlight".  This set was revealed at Lucca Comics & Games 2025 in Italy.

Earlier today Hasbro revealed two new Timelines Transformers figures: Optimus Prime and Starscream!  Both of these figures are based on an alternate timeline where the Transformers are based in ancient Japan!  Thanks to Hasbro we now have official pics and info on these figures below:

It's that time of year again as Wal-Mart Collector Con returns from October 9-10!  Like last year, Hasbro will be releasing two exclusive Transformers using "Retro G1" style packaging with modern day versions of G1 characters.  This time out the two characters are Outback and Wheelie!  Outback is a redeco and retool of Studio Series 86 Brawn with a new weapon.  Wheelie on the other hand, is a brand new set of tools!  Both figures will be available during Walmart Collector Con on

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.

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!

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.

After July's reveal of the Generations Nemesis Prime with Air Defense Team set, Takara Tomy has posted its own listing with new photos!   Interestingly, Takara Tomy has this item under their "T-Spark" banner instead of Generations.  Takara Tomy's MSRP is 8,800 Yen (about $60 USD) with a release date of late February 2026.  For now, check out the info (translated via Google Translate) and pics below:

The Missing Link line of Transformers figures continues to march on!   This time, thanks to Amazon Japan we have images and info of the upcoming Missing Link Ultra Magnus!  This figure will take the Missing Link Convoy cab and pair it with a newly designed trailer that is G1-inspired while having articulation the original never did!   Ultra Magnus is priced at ¥22,991 (about $154.77 USD) and is due for release between March-April 2026.  F

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!