2026

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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.

Blast-Off is often stationed in orbit high above the battlefield, blasting away at enemies down below!  Check out my review and gallery of Transformers Age of the Primes Blast Off. 

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

Sureshot is a sharpshooter who is paired with Spoilsport who is as good of a shot as he is! Check out my review and gallery of Age of the Primes Sureshot with Spoilsport.

The Age of the Primes marches on as Studio Series expands its scope into the Titan Class of figures.  Meanwhile Target expands its exclusive "MTMTE" series, carving out a corner of Studio Series 86 on its shelves.