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Hasbro unveils new Bumblebee action figure inspired by "Optimus Prime: Awakening" September 22, 2026 Hasbro has unveiled the Transformers Studio Series Transformers Movie 1 Bumblebee Deluxe Class Bumblebee, inspired by the "Optimus Prime: Awakening" animated short. The new action figure is available for pre-order at Hasbro Pulse, Amazon, Entertainment Earth, Walmart, Target and other participating retailers. "Optimus Prime: Awakening" is a fully realized, 12-minute animated short designed as a love letter to the Transformers community and the late Peter Cullen, the legendary talent and voice of Optimus Prime. "Optimus Prime: Awakening" builds on the acclaimed storytelling and visuals of The Transformers: The Movie (1986), giving audiences the rare opportunity to experience the iconic cultural moment from the franchise's past while exploring its future on the big screen. The animated short delivers emotional storytelling, electric action, and new performances by legends Frank Welker as Megatron/Soundwave and Peter Cullen in his final original voice performance as Optimus Prime. Held inside Hoover Dam and experimented on, Bumblebee is released from captivity with the help of Sam Witwicky. Experience the epic action of Transformers Movie 1 with the Transformers Studio Series Bumblebee action figure. The 4.5-inch figure converts from robot to car mode in 39 steps. With movie-inspired details, intricate poseability, and an attachable weapon accessory, this Bumblebee figure makes an awesome addition to any collection.

Transformers x Evangelion Synergenex series Prime 02 figure unveiled. Hasbro has unveiled the Transformers Takara Tomy Synergenex Evangelion Prime 02 - a crossover figure inspired by Evangelion Unit-02, now available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse. Published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:23:08 -0500 Article summary. * Hasbro unveils Transformers x Evangelion Synergenex Evangelion Prime 02, inspired by Unit-02 and Asuka's styling. * The Transformers crossover figure converts between robot and semi-truck modes and stands 9.8 inches tall. * Evangelion Prime 02 includes the Spear of Longinus, saw blades, dual rifles, and a removable core chest feature. * Transformers collectors can pre-order Evangelion Prime 02 on Hasbro Pulse for $84.99 before October 1, 2026. Worlds are colliding once again as Hasbro has unveiled its latest Transformers collaboration series, combining Transformers and Evangelion. The Transformers and Evangelion universes have had a fun history of crossover figures, and now Hasbro is bringing another unique design to life. Evangelion Unit-02 has been reimagined as a Transformers character, taking on the design and color scheme of Asuka's iconic motorcycle. He will be able to convert into robot and semi-truck modes and will stand 9.8 inches tall when converted. A nice variety of Evangelion-themed accessories is included here, with the Spear of Longinus, saw blades, and dual full-time rifles. Other features include the ability to switch between visor-off and visor-on modes, as well as an opening chest panel that can reveal the Evangelion's internal core, which can be removed. It is fun to see these crossover figures come to life, and this Optimus Prime will pair perfectly with the Evangelion Unit-01 Optimus Prime. Fans who need to add some more Evangelion to their Transformers collection won't have to look much further, as pre-orders are already live on Hasbro Pulse for $84.99. This special release will be timed, with pre-orders ending on October 1, so get yours while you can. It is set to release in May 2027. Transformers Takara Tomy Synergenex Evangelion Prime 02. "Imported from Japan, TT Imports brings premium Transformers figures to your shelf. With premium deco, articulation, and accessories, they're a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts. Look for more Transformers TT Imports figures to build a lineup that is - More Than Meets the Eye." * Rodimus Prime takes on the design and color scheme of Evangelion Unit-02 to become Evangelion Prime 02. * Converts from robot mode to truck mode and is fully articulated for posing and display. * The chest panel opens to reveal the internal Core, which can be removed and attached to the included Core Matrix. * Includes anti-material saw blades that attach to the fists or mount on the Spear of Longinus, plus two photon pallet rifles for dual-wielding poses. * The figure's head can be switched between Visor-Off Mode and Visor-On Mode.

New Dinobot Island Part 1 Transformers Takara Tomy set revealed. Get ready for imports: Hasbro Pulse has listed the Transformers Takara Tomy "Dinobot Island, Part One" set, featuring the return of Grimlock. Published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:23:13 -0500 Article summary. * Transformers Takara Tomy Dinobot Island Part 1 brings Grimlock and Ratchet together in a new Dramatic Capture set. * Grimlock features metallic paint and converts to T. rex mode, while Ratchet shifts into ambulance mode with updated deco. * Transformers collectors get Grimlock's sword, Ratchet blasters, and flame effects for iconic animated display scenes. * Pre-orders are live at Hasbro Pulse for $114.99 through October 1, with the Transformers import set due in April 2027. Return to the events of the Transformers Animated series with a brand-new Takara Tomy Dramatic Capture Series release. Inspired by the episode "Dinobot Island, Part One," Grimlock and Ratchet are together again. Grimlock is the leader of the Dinobot team, while the Autobot medic and mechanic known as Ratchet helped create him. Grimlock will stand 9.8 inches tall and can convert into his iconic T. rex mode with a new metallic paint deco. Ratchet will come in at 5.7 inches tall and can convert into his signature ambulance mode, featuring updated deco. A nice variety of accessories is included with the set, including Grimlock's sword, blasters for Ratchet, and some nice flame effects to showcase one of Grimlock's iconic fire-breathing scenes. As this is a Transformers Takara Tomy release, these two will come in original packaging with Japanese-language instructions. Pre-orders for the Transformers Dinobot Island Part One Dramatic Capture Series set are already live on Hasbro Pulse for $114.99. This special import release is a timed event, and pre-orders are set to close on October 1, 2026. Be sure to get your pre-orders in while you can, as this set is expected to release in April 2027. Transformers Takara Tomy - Dinobot Island Part 1. "Imported from Japan, TT Imports brings premium Transformers figures to your shelf. With premium deco, articulation, and accessories, they're a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts. Look for more Transformers TT Imports figures to build a lineup that is - More Than Meets the Eye." * This authentic Takara Tomy Transformers figure set includes a Grimlock figure and a Ratchet figure, with original packaging and Japanese-language instructions. * Grimlock converts from robot mode to Tyrannosaurus mode and features metallic paint applications. * Ratchet converts from robot mode to ambulance mode, with added paint detailing for a more authentic vehicle appearance. * Includes a sword accessory for Grimlock, blaster accessories for both figures, and flame-effect parts that recreate Grimlock's iconic flame-breathing scenes. * Both figures have screen-inspired deco and design details, and are highly articulated for posing and display.