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Date: Thursday, February 12th 2009 12:18pm CST
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One of Seibertron.com's newest members, GM_Designer, has posted information on new video footage of the General Motors designed Autobot vehicles that will be showcased in the upcoming
Chicago Auto Show. Here's what GM_Designer had to share with us:
Hi Guys,
My name is Stephen Gray and I am a designer at GM.
As you no doubt know already we are showing 5 vehicles at the Chicago Auto Show which are the actual props from the new Transformers Movie. There is also a full sized Bumblebee in robot form and an exclusive trailer.
If any of you who have questions for GM design, I will do my best to answer them!
There are some vids here (including the trailer):
http://gmtv.feedroom.com/?fr_chl=62fb04 ... 703d&rf=bm
If you get the chance you should go down to the show to check it out!
Stephen.
PS: Sideswipe is HOT.
On behalf of Seibertron.com, I'd like to thank you, Mr. Gray, for sharing this great information with the Seibertron family. More information to come on the Chicago Auto Show and the GM Team, so keep your optics locked here at Seibertron.com.
Date: Wednesday, February 11th 2009 10:36pm CST
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Note: Seibertron.com will be covering Hasbro's portion of Toy Fair this weekend. Make sure you check back on Saturday afternoon to view our coverage. Pictures should be online by 6pm Eastern.
Hasbro’s Toy Fair Offerings Showcase Powerful Brands and Wide Array of Entertainment Options in Traditional Toys and Games and Beyond
Live action movies, comprehensive product offerings based on TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE properties launch in coming months
Toy Fair 2009
PAWTUCKET, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) comes to Toy Fair ’09 with a powerful and versatile portfolio of brands with a focus on providing unique forms of entertainment for children and families at a great value.
From board games to action figures, and from live action movies to online game play, Hasbro is focused on providing something for virtually every taste and age group to enjoy…any time, any where.
Leading the way are the highly anticipated live-action movies, TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN, the follow-up to the 2007 blockbuster TRANSFORMERS; and G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA, based on Hasbro’s legendary G.I. JOE VS. COBRA saga.
"Hasbro enters 2009 with an incredible array of entertainment and products for consumers of all ages," said John Frascotti, Hasbro’s Chief Marketing Officer. "In challenging economic times, people often turn to brands and experiences that they know and trust. We are confident that many of our new and re-imagined brand offerings this year will resonate well with consumers around the world as we continue to inject creativity and innovation into some of the world’s most classic and popular brands."
Brand highlights include:
BOYS
GI JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA Movie Line
In 1964, the introduction of Hasbro’s G.I. JOE line created the "action figure" category. Since then, the G.I. JOE property has evolved, delivering a unique brand of action for each new generation. This summer, fans of all ages will see the G.I. JOE franchise taken to the next level with the major motion picture release of G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA, on August 7, from Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Entertainment, in association with Hasbro. The film focuses on an elite G.I. JOE team that uses the latest in next-generation spy and military equipment to fight the corrupt arms dealer DESTRO and growing threat of the mysterious COBRA organization.
Hasbro’s 2009 product line allows fans of all ages to capture the excitement of the movie and recreate it in their own homes. The line features dozens of action figures, vehicles based on the film and the SNAKE EYES ROLE PLAY SET, which gives fans the gear needed to "become" the legendary Ninja character.
TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN Movie line
This summer, the colossal battle between the AUTOBOTS and the DECEPTICONS continues when "ROBOTS IN DISGUISE" once again invade movie theaters around the world. The new DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures live-action movie TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN debuts June 26, 2009 and continues the story from the 2007 worldwide blockbuster film that finds two warring factions of robots colliding in a major battle on planet Earth. In 2009, Hasbro continues the legacy with its new line of movie-based TRANSFORMERS toys that capture the action and excitement of the new film. Fans will love the new action figures in multiple scales and kids can pretend to be a TRANSFORMERS robot by wearing the new BUMBLEBEE MOVIE VOICE MIXER HELMET. Additionally, coming in the fall, young fans will enjoy TRANSFORMERS R.P.M.’S MINI-VEHICLES, a new line of miniature, non-converting TRANSFORMERS-themed vehicles.
STAR WARS CLONE TURBO TANK
(Approximate Retail Price: $99.99; Ages: 4 & up; Available: Fall 2009)
The next generation of STAR WARS fans are being introduced to the STAR WARS galaxy via the must-see animated series STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS airing on Cartoon Network. As a follow-up to the popular AT-TE vehicle that topped Christmas lists in 2008, the CLONE TURBO TANK is an enormous field vehicle from the animated series, designed to transport up to twenty clone troopers (sold separately) into battle. The TURBO TANK features electronic sounds, running lights, phrases from the animation, a hidden, launchable speeder bike and a removable command center.
WOLVERINE ELECTRONIC CLAW
(Approximate Retail Price: $19.99; Ages: 4 & up; Available: Spring 2009)
On May 1, 2009, Hugh Jackman reprises his highly praised portrayal of WOLVERINE in the new X-Men Origins: Wolverine movie from 20th Century Fox. Now you can pretend to be Wolverine, the next Marvel superhero to get the big-screen treatment. Slip on the WOLVERINE ELECTRONIC CLAW to act like the most intimidating of all the X-Men. The retractable claw includes iconic WOLVERINE phrases and sounds.
GIRLS
FURREAL FRIENDS LULU, MY CUDDLIN’ KITTY
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $54.99/Available: Fall 09)
The FURREAL FRIENDS brand launched in 2002 with the introduction of a lifelike cat and this fall, the brand returns to its roots with the introduction of LULU, MY CUDDLIN’ KITTY pet, the most realistic feline to join the family. The "purr-fect" pet for little girls, LULU, MY CUDDLIN’ KITTY pet features soft white and marmalade fur and preens, cuddles, and mews just like a "real" kitty cat. LULU, MY CUDDLIN’ KITTY loves to snuggle; gently rub her back and she will "purr" and "meow" to show that she is happy. Once she's relaxed, LULU will roll over onto her back, indicating it’s time to have her tummy rubbed. Just like a "real" cat, LULU preens as she "licks" her little paw, then lifts it up to clean her adorable face.
ZAMBI THE BABY ELEPHANT, a special edition FURREAL FRIENDS plush toy
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $49.99/ Available: Fall 09)
Hasbro is introducing ZAMBI THE BABY ELEPHANT, a special edition FURREAL FRIENDS plush toy as the Company launches PROJECT ZAMBI, a global cause initiative dedicated to raising awareness and supporting programs that help care for the estimated 15 million children who have been orphaned as a result of the AIDS epidemic in Africa. ZAMBI THE BABY ELEPHANT features soft and cuddly ears and feet that are covered in a special fabric pattern designed by boys and girls from Zambia in one of the communities dedicated to caring for children orphaned by AIDS. Like the other animals in the FURREAL FRIENDS line of "come to life" plush pets, when you play with ZAMBI THE BABY ELEPHANT, he will play, blow kisses, raise his trunk, and trumpet his elephant call. He’ll also have a sensor on his trunk, so he can hold onto your finger and "shake" your hand. Hasbro has committed to donate a minimum of $500,000 (in U.S. dollars) to the PROJECT ZAMBI Fund, part of the Hasbro Children’s Fund, in 2009. This fund will benefit programs that help make life better for children orphaned by AIDS in Africa.
LITTLEST PET SHOP PLAYFUL PAWS PET DAYCARE CENTER
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Spring 09)
The LITTLEST PET SHOP pets will love to gather at the PLAYFUL PAWS PET DAYCARE CENTER for an ultimate day full of fun! Pets will be amused for hours in this activity-filled two level playset. While spending time at the PLAYFUL PAWS PET DAYCARE CENTER, the LITTLEST PET SHOP pets can play on the jungle gym slide, take a spin on the perch or just relax on the basket swing - pets can even take a ride on the habitrail shaped elevator. After a day full of fun, tuckered out pets can get pampered and groomed at the second level salon or take a nap in their sleeping cubby. The PLAYFUL PAWS PET DAYCARE CENTER playset comes with an exclusive porcupine pet in addition to cool accessories, lots of storage space and easy portability for girls to display their LITTLEST PET SHOP collection anywhere.
MY LITTLE PONY NEWBORN CUTIES LITTLE RAINBOW DASH'S ROOM Playset
(Ages 3 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Spring 09)
New this spring is the MY LITTLE PONY NEWBORN CUTIES line, an adorable new collection of figures and playsets that offers little girls a new way to play "mommy" to their baby ponies. After a day filled with pony-fun, NEWBORN RAINBOW DASH pony can't wait to get back home to unwind at the MY LITTLE PONY NEWBORN CUTIES LITTLE RAINBOW DASH'S ROOM playset.
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE BERRY CAFE Playset
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $34.99/Available Fall 09)
The STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE BERRY CAFE playset is the most popular hangout in BERRY BITTY CITY - it's where STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE and her friends can gather for "snacks", "smoothies", and fun! Shaped like a strawberry with opening doors and windows, the two-story cafe also features STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE's bedroom and includes a three-inch scented STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE MINI DOLL with removable fashion. The STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE BERRY CAFE playset comes complete with adorable accessories including furniture, pretend food, a spinning smoothie machine, a "flying" bird that STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE or her friends can ride, and more.
TWEEN
NERF N-STRIKE RAIDER RAPID FIRE CS 35
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $34.99/Available: Fall 09)
As Hasbro’s iconic Nerf brand celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2009, get ready for the highest dart capacity NERF blaster yet. The NERF N-STRIKE RAIDER RAPID FIRE CS 35 is the next big thing from NERF’s popular N-STRIKE line of dart blasters and features a collapsible stock and new drum magazine that holds 35 darts and is interchangable with the NERF N-STRIKE RECON CS-6 and NERF N-STRIKE LONGSHOT CS-6. By holding the trigger and pumping, players can instantly transition between "single" fire and "slam" fire mode, unleashing a rapid stream of 35 darts. Complete with a removable shoulder stock and Tactical Rail System allowing players to customize their blaster for each mission, the NERF N-STRIKE RAIDER RAPID FIRE CS 35 also features a cool "digital camo" pattern unlike any NERF blaster before it.
SUPER SOAKER 50
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $14.99/Available: Spring 09)
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iconic SUPER SOAKER brand with the re-launch of the original water blaster that revolutionized outdoor fun! The legendary SUPER SOAKER 50 blaster is back and better than ever as it combines a cool retro look with modern high-powered performance! The SUPER SOAKER 50 holds up to 25 ounces of water and blasts up to 35 feet.
PRESCHOOL
PLAYSKOOL CLIPO HIPPO
(Ages 18 months & up/Approx. Retail Price: $20.99/Available: Spring 09)
The CLIPO system from PLAYSKOOL is a unique collection designed for toddlers that encourages creative, open ended play while helping to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. The CLIPO system features colorful, chunky pieces in a variety of shapes and sizes perfect for little hands. An adorable new addition to the popular CLIPO line, the brightly-colored CLIPO HIPPO is set on wheels for stackable, moveable building fun.
KOTA & PALS MONTY REX Dino
(Ages 3 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $74.99/Available: Fall 09)
Preschoolers will delight in the awesome animated MONTY REX dinosaur. Standing over 15-inches tall, this lifelike dino not only moves its head, tail, and arms, but also actually walks. Toddlers can enjoy fun filled adventures with this realistic T-Rex pal that responds to touch, roars back when spoken to, and dances along to four engaging onboard songs.
GAMES
BOP-IT!
(Ages: 8 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 2009/Players: 1 or more; Batteries are included. Requires 3 AA)
BOP-IT, which was first introduced in 1996, returns in 2009 with an updated look and new playing challenges. The game calls the shots, inviting players to shout, twist, pull or bop their way to victory. The game now features three tricky new levels and can be played by one or more players. Plus, in party mode, the game will challenge players to use different body parts, such as an elbow or head, to "bop" their way to the next round.
CANDY LAND: SWEET CELEBRATION game
(Ages: 4 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 2009/Players: 2 to 4)
In honor of the 60th birthday of CANDY LAND, Hasbro introduces CANDY LAND: Sweet Celebration game, which invites players to a party at King Kandy’s castle. Children become the game designers as they create their own path to King Kandy’s castle with individual path pieces that link together to make up the freestanding game board . Travel to two new destinations in CANDY LAND – Captain Kidd Cone’s Ship, the SS Neapolitan, and the Chunky Chocolate Mountains – to find ice cream cones and chocolate treats galore.
CLUE: Secrets & Spies Edition
(Ages: 9 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2009/Players: 2 to 5)
As one of the world’s top six international secret agents (Scarlet, Mustard, Plum, Peacock, White or Green) your mission in the Clue Secrets & Spies game is to intercept agent Black and put an end to his evil plot for world-wide disaster and become the world’s ultimate spy. Using your secret decoder, reveal the secret missions you’ll need to complete. And always be aware of your mobile phone - you never know when headquarters will send you actual, game-changing text message directly to your personal, mobile phone. (Hasbro is committed to maintaining text messaging support through 12/31/11.)
CONNECT 4x4 Game
(Ages: 8 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 2009/Players: 2 to 4)
CONNECT 4x4 enhances the classic four-in-a-row game with more competition and strategy in the first-ever four player edition. A clear double-decker checker grid replaces the standard grid, allowing players to win by playing four-in-a-row in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line on either side of the grid or by weaving through one side of the grid to the other. Look closely to find ways to connect the ringed checkers that may be unseen by your opponents. Or, act defensively and play the new block checker to prevent an opponent from scoring what might be a winning move.
GIRAFFALAFF LIMBO
(Ages: 4 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Fall 2009/Players: 2 or more)
GIRAFFALAFF LIMBO is the crazy new game of "how low can you go?" Spin the dial to try one of the 6 limbo styles: classic, crabwalk, crawl, giraffe walk, forward or backward. The game’s built-in sound will play an encouraging song as preschoolers try not to bump into GIRAFFALAFF. If GIRAFFALAFF is knocked over, he’ll roll on the floor in laughter.
HASBRO CARD GAMES
(Approx. Retail Price: $5.99-$6.99/Available: Spring 2009)
Four new Hasbro Card Games for kids and families are being introduced to the card game aisle in 2009. Make deals and build words in a flash with MONOPOLY DEAL and SCRABBLE SLAM Card Games (both recommended for ages 8 & up). Experience four favorite card games shuffled into one with CRAZY OLD FISH WAR Card Game and keep younger players engaged round after round with PICTUREKA! card game (both recommended for ages 7 & up).
MONOPOLY CITY
(Ages: 8 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $34.99/Available: Fall 2009/Players: 2 to 6)
Say goodbye to green houses and choose from over 80 3D structures, including industrial blocks, stadiums, skyscrapers and even parks built in the middle of the board to create a unique game experience. The introduction of MONOPOLY CITY represents one of the most radical game developments in MONOPOLY history. Set the length of game play and start buying and building right away. Rents can be boosted through investment, but beware of other players sabotaging the game by building hazards such as polluting power plants to send opponents’ rents plummeting.
PICTUREKA! FLIPPER Game
(Ages: 6 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2009/Players: 2 or more/ Requires: 3 AA batteries, which are not included)
PICTUREKA! FLIPPER incorporates the same find it fast, find it first fun of PICTUREKA! Standing tall in the center of the table, the 3-D penguin frantically flips small game tiles from its rotating base in a circular pattern onto the game table. Players then race to try and find the wacky drawings on the tiles that match the "mission cards" before the penguin "quacks" and places more tiles on the table.
TRIVIAL PURSUIT: TEAM Edition
(Ages: 12 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Fall 2009)
Everyone is sure to have fun navigating the newest version of the world’s favorite trivia game: TRIVIAL PURSUIT: Team Edition. Instead of the traditional right or wrong questions found in previous versions of TRIVIAL PURSUIT, players will now have the opportunity to answer six different types of questions. And, for the first time ever, you can earn partial credit for answering the question mostly right. There’s no need to collect wedges for each category, just be the team ahead at the end of the game.
About HASBRO
Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) is a worldwide leader in children’s and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, CRANIUM and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at http://www.hasbro.com. (C) 2009 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Date: Wednesday, February 11th 2009 3:58pm CST
Categories: Comic Book News,
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Posted by: i_amtrunks |
Credit(s): Comic Book Resources
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Following up on the information from the IDW panel at NYCC09, concerning
Spotlight Metroplex and the AHM coda, comes a follow-up article from
Comic Book Resources.
The Comic Book resources article covers the already known information, but as an added bonus contains dozens of comic covers and pages of art from both the Transformers and G.I. Joe franchises.
Included are some covers that we have
seen before, and others that have, before now,
never been seen.
Those with sharp eyes, may even notice some previously unreleased line art for a much anticipated upcoming comic.
For the full gallery of covers, please
click here.
Date: Wednesday, February 11th 2009 11:13am CST
Categories: Toy News,
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Posted by: Dead Metal |
Credit(s): DavidT
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Our own member DavidT has posted something interesting about a new collectors site TakaraTomy is starting which gives you the chance to own one of two new Minicons and a Universe Cyclonus repaint called Strafe.
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Today Takara-Tomy launched a new campaign and announced the creation of an official Transformers collector's site for Japan, which will carry exclusive items, the first of which will be Strafe, a Universe (Henkei) Cyclonus repaint.
The first stage of the campaign are new Transformers themed Pocket Cards, one for Convoy and the Cybertrons, and one for Megatron and the Destrons. For applying for either of the cards, you can receive one of two free Microns based on which card you applied for - Cybertron card applicants get Sling (Slingshot), a Classics Minicon Thunderwing repaint, while applicants for the Destron card get Vorter, a Classics Minicon Divebomb repaint. One top of this, applicants get a 500 yen Quo card and access to the new Takara-Tomy Transformers base camp store. It's from this site that Strafe can be purchased.
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You can visit the new site by clicking
here.
Stay tuned to seibertron.com for all your Transformers related news!
Date: Monday, February 9th 2009 3:33pm CST
Categories: Comic Book News,
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Posted by: i_amtrunks |
Credit(s): IDW Publishing, IGN.com
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Game and Pop culture website
IGN.com have posted a
rundown of the IDW Panel at this years New York Comic Con, with both the Transformers and GI Joe titles featuring heavily.
While most of the news, regarding the Transformers: revenge of the Fallen prequel comics, and Spotlights
Jazz and
Drift are well known, the IDW Panel at NYCC did drop one big new revelation...Spotlight Metroplex.
As yet to be seen in the IDW Transformers comics Spotlight: Metroplex will be written by by Andy Schmidt with Marcelo Matere on art duties.
Also revealed is that we are to receive an All Hail Megatron Coda, a 4 part mini-series that will aim to bridge the gap between All Hail Megatron and the titles that came before it. Starting in July 2009, the Coda will feature two shorts stories per issue which will reveal "
some very huge, secret plans".
A 16 page Poster book and a Beast Wars collection, similar to the War Within Collection that is
due this week.
For the full rundown from IGN, please
click here.
Date: Friday, February 6th 2009 7:51pm CST
Categories: Movie Related News,
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Posted by: First Gen |
Credit(s): Reuters
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In what seems to be an ongoing breakdown of relations between movie producing companies
Universal Studios and
Dreamworks SKG, talks have ended regarding the distribution rights for Dreamworks films by Universal.
Seibertron.com previously reported on the distribution agreements with both Universal and Reliance films looking to retain Dreamworks
here.. But as this most recent report shows, the original deal thought to be made between Universal Studios and Dreamworks was never finalized and Reliance films apparently did not have the financial backing sought by Dreamworks owner, Steven Speilberg.
In a recent article posted at
Reuters.com it is reported that Universal had "broken off" weeks of distribution discussion when Spielberg's company "demanded material changes to previously agreed upon terms."
Dreamworks is reported to be in talks with
Walt Disney Studios in search of a distribution deal, according to a insider.
What this could mean for future film releases such as the Transformers sequels remains to be seen. Walt Disney Studios has featured much success in the movie distribution field showing its ability with multiple cartoon feature releases such as
Aladdin and
Atlantis: The Lost City.
To read the source article on this, just click
here.
Date: Friday, February 6th 2009 11:38am CST
Categories: Toy News,
Company News
Posted by: Nekoman |
Credit(s): Hasbro Toy Shop.co.uk
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For Transformers fans in the United Kingdom, this news one might find both frustrating and saddening. By going to
Hasbro Toy Shop.co.uk, you will see a message which reads the following:
“
Dear Valued Hasbro Customer,
This site is no longer operational, contact our Customer Services department for any questions either by:
- Freephone on 00800 2242 7276.
For future purchases of Hasbro Toys and Games please visit your local retailer.
For all Hasbro’s latest Toys, Games & News continue to visit our corporate site at:
http://www.hasbro.co.uk
Thank You”
As one may see, no reason is given for their closure, but it is most probably due to low sales and the current state of the economy.
Date: Friday, February 6th 2009 8:48am CST
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Credit(s): Activision
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ACTIVISION GEARS UP FOR MONUMENTAL BATTLE WITH TRANSFORMERS™: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN
Santa Monica, CA – February 6, 2009 – The fate of the earth and the survival of the human race hang in the balance in the Transformers™: Revenge of the Fallen video game from Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI). Based on Hasbro’s legendary TRANSFORMERS property and the most anticipated blockbuster film of 2009 from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures in association with Hasbro, the game propels players straight into an adrenaline-pumping battle for supremacy across the globe where every second and every choice makes the difference between mankind’s salvation and annihilation.
“The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game will give fans the chance to experience their favorite AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS in an all-new, movie inspired adventure packed with the thrilling and explosive action that only the TRANSFORMERS universe can deliver,” said Rob Kostich, vice president of global brand management, Activision, Inc. “We are thrilled to announce that after experiencing the rush of commanding colossal robots on their own, players can challenge their friends for the first time ever in full-featured, blistering multiplayer action as their favorite characters.”
“Activision has developed a Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game that will give gamers and fans a truly compelling way to experience TRANSFORMERS,” said Mark Blecher, Hasbro’s General Manager of Digital Gaming and Media. “The Activision team’s passion for the property clearly shows in the character development, intense action and rich graphics that really deliver an immersive experience for the user.”
The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game lets gamers step into the shoes of the AUTOBOTS or DECEPTICONS, select any available mission and pick from the largest, most diverse range of playable Transformers – each with their own distinct abilities and weaponry. Set in unique environments across the globe such as Cairo and Shanghai, the game allows players to instantly switch between vehicle and robot modes as they drive, fly, fight and blast their way through intense, pressure-packed levels. After engaging in single player action, players for the first time ever will be able to go online and battle friends in all-new multiplayer modes.
The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game is currently in development by Luxoflux for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, and for Windows PC by Beenox Studios.
Also, award-winning Krome Studios is developing distinct Wii™ and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system versions, utilizing the individual platform features to deliver an intense 3rd person action adventure game that combines dynamic robot combat with arcade-style vehicle sequences and flight-based levels. In addition, two completely different titles are being developed for Nintendo DS™ by Vicarious Visions, allowing players to take on AUTOBOT or DECEPTICON-specific campaigns. For the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, a unique, fast-paced action arcade title is being developed by Savage Entertainment.
For more information on the game and to receive exclusive updates about the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game, visit http://www.TransformersGame.com.
About Hasbro, Inc.
Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) is a worldwide leader in children’s and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, TIGER, CRANIUM and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at http://www.hasbro.com. (C) 2009 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
About Activision Publishing, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.
Activision Publishing maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, http://www.activision.com.
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Date: Wednesday, February 4th 2009 6:38pm CST
Categories: Event News,
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Posted by: First Gen |
Credit(s): TF CON
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Seibertron.com has received word that the Canadian Transformers Convention,
TF CON has gotten confirmation that HASBRO, Inc. will be in attendance.
Taken from TF CON's home page:
February 3rd - Hasbro will be in attendance at TFcon 2009 answering your questions about the Transformers brand and showing off toys from the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen line.
Great news for our family to the north who will be able to attend the largest TF Convention in Canada.
More information on the upcoming convention will be furnished as it becomes available.
Date: Friday, January 30th 2009 9:15pm CST
Categories: Toy News,
Company News
Posted by: Stormrider |
Credit(s): e-Hobby, Amazon Japan
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Henkei Hot Road (better known to Western fans as Hot Shot) has been delayed.
e-Hobby &
Amazon.com Japan both have changed this figure's release date from February to March.
March is jammed packed with Takara Transformers. Expect to see:
MP Grimlock
Henkei Thrust & Dirge (exclusives)
Henkei Mini Attack Team
Henkei Mini Spy Team
Encore Cassette vol. 1
Alternity Megatron
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