Transformers

Toy News: First Pics of "Studio Series" 86 Core Class Ratchet

Thanks to Transformers the Show on Twitter we now have what appear to be the first images of Studio Series 86 Core Class Ratchet!  Based on the character's appearance in the 1986 animated movie, the figure joints other G1 based Core Class figures such as Optimus Prime and Hot Rod.  Keep in mind that this has not been officially revealed by Hasbro so take this news with a grain of salt.  For now, enjoy the images below!

Toy News: Tonkanator's Tech Specs Released

Ben MacCrae is a member of the Transformers brand team and thanks to him we have a new tid-bit about the recently revealed Tonkanator: his tech specs!  Thanks to his post on Instagram, we now have some behind-the-scenes thoughts on the Collaborative set and a peek at the tech specs!  Check them out below.

Introducing Tonkanator! This one was fun to create. It’s more of a what if all the iconic Tonka vehicles stumbled upon the Enigma of Combination and formed an #Autobot version of Devastator.

Toy News: Official Product Info & Images for "Beast Wars" Monopoly

Thanks to the folks at Toy Snowman in Canada, we now have a product description and official images of the upcoming Beast Wars Monopoly board game!  This is a bit of a stealth release as stores outside the United States have begun taking pre-orders (Toy Snowman appears sold out) but there has been no official announcement by Hasbro, nor are the usual online retailers in the United States listing it (yet).  Toy Snowman lists the game at $56 USD but no word on what actual U.S.