Hasbro Files for Transformers BotBots Trademark

Inventive name.

The Whatwhat now?

Seriously am I the only one who feels bamboozled by this name?

It's just so odd I can't wrap my head around this word, it's like if someone went and asked if I would like some foodfood or if I want to take a walkwalk.

I'm not dreaming am I?

Sounds like a euphemism for Action Masters.

..............Is it Hasbro's way of Trolling GoBots?

If so I might be interested.

With a name like that I'm guessing it's their version of Tsum Tsums.



Emerje

Emerje wrote:With a name like that I'm guessing it's their version of Tsum Tsums.



Emerje

They are most likly. If they are 's version of tsum tsum i hope there just as cute

Remember those strange listings on Amazon back in June? Well they've now surfaced on Walmart.com as well!




What's more, thanks to these listings we finally know what line they are from, Botbots! This line was first discovered through a trademark application filed by Hasbro in January of this year.

Unfortunately there is not much else to go on at the moment as there is no pictures associated with the line yet. Here is the Walmart listings:

Toilet Troop
Techie Team
Greaser Gang
Jock Squad

It should be worth noting that the Toilet Troop and Techie Team are listed as being 5 pack while the Greaser Gang and Jock Squad are listed as being 8 packs respectively.

What do you think this Botbot line is? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to Seibertron for all the latest news and reviews.

"Toilet Troop"

I had said before that BotBots are probably similar to the Disney TsumTsums, and now that we know they're connected to these names these probably are a bunch of tiny figure packs that probably don't transform.

Emerje

It's quite possible, though they could be more like these little things called super zings that my 5 Yr old has gone crazy for... Again. They're little figures made out of rubbery plastic which take the form of anthropomorphic everyday objects...they are all blind bagged as well.

Following the reveal that the strange Amazon listings were actually part of the Transformers BotBot line, fellow Seibertron user, Ironhidensh has sent us word that more BotBot products have appeared on Amazon. There is no pictures yet associated with these products and they are all set to release the first of January 2019 which is likely a placeholder date. Each item's description is also just placeholder text.



The names continue the strange theme seen in the first batch:

-Music Mob
-Shed Heads
-Greaser Gang 2.0
-Spoiled Rottens
-Seasons Greeters
-Goo Goo Groopies

What do you make of these? Stay tuned to Seibertron for all the latest news and reviews.

Who made this?

Why did they make it?

And why haven't they been fired for the naming scheme alone?

My guess is that these are box sets of various combiner teams and other random characters we never got from the last few generations sublines: ie the seacons, the Autobot targetmasters etc. The reason for the discrepancy in figure numbers is that some of the box sets contain figures who are headmasters.

Very wishful thinking there I'm afraid. Botbots are blind bagged items and these are just themed sets.

...I really don't know how to feel about all this. Some of these "team names" make me want them to be actual figures (I'd pay for a Decepticon team called the Music Mob), but everyone seems to be convinced that they're rubbish non-transforming blind-bagged things instead for some reason, so...

Also the OG Greaser Gang 1.0 link on Amazon is now showing up as purchasable/pre-orderable for 14.99.

Nemesis Primal wrote:Also the OG Greaser Gang 1.0 link on Amazon is now showing up as purchasable/pre-orderable for 14.99.

They've all been coming in and out of pre-order since June. Some of the sets are priced at $10, too.

Emerje

It's the pricing that's the give away for these.

As we know, Hasbro will be present at both the Paris Comic Con event and the MCM London one, offering some potentially new reveals for upcoming toys across the currently active Transformers lines (Studio Series, Cyberverse, Siege, Rescue Bots) - but we also know that BotBots, the latest trademark to be announced at MCM London will be shown off too!

The weird listings found so far on online retail spaces Walmart and Amazon, which include the likes of Music Mob, Shed Heads, Greaser Gang 2.0, Spoiled Rottens, Seasons Greeters, Goo Goo Groopies, Toilet Troop, Techie Team, Greaser Gang, and Jock Squad, finally have some sort of visual cue, as the latest Hasbro Investor pack gives us a look at the logo and what appears to be Littlest Pet Shop styled cartoon art of the new characters - including a donut, a cup of coffee, a penguin, a soft drink, and more. Check it out below, and join the speculation in the Energon Pub!

Wow, well can't say I wasn't expecting something like this but given they have other areas covered, who is this intended for

Huh.

I thought Greaser Gang and Co. was acode name for something else. Color me surprised, because this is the complete opposite to what I was expecting(besides it being a kid's toyline). These remind me of the Trash Pack toys, amd I think they have the same idea for it as well( small rubbery figurines of unique looking characters)

If they actually transform I might be down for the Music Mob - would love to have a small violin that transforms into a little Mafia robot.

Once the name BotBots got tied to the names that were leaked on Amazon this is basically what I expected. I thought they'd be a little more like TsumTsums, but these are in the same ballpark of tiny collectible figures.

Emerje

I just want to point out that the Donut BotBot at the top right appears to be EATING HIS OWN KIND! These look... okay I guess. Just something they can shove in with the candy and stuff at there checkout lines. I just find it really funny that the was a short of Justice League Action that came out about two years ago that involved BotBots, which were very clearly riffing on Transformer fans. All in all, these look harmless... except for that Donut...

Also, I see a Penguin in there. That is awesome.

what are these things, like shopkins?

You know, I can actually see these doing well. There's a market for them. My 4 year grand-daughter loves playing with my transformers (the ones that I know she can't break, at least), but at the same time, she's not exactly into the "action" aspect of it.

She likes her ponies and her shopkins and all that--so merge the two, and you've got a market for young girls and young boys that aren't looking for "war toys" if you catch my drift.

What's a BotBot, can we eats a BotBot? They look delicious!

carytheone wrote:What's a BotBot, can we eats a BotBot? They look delicious!

You know, BOT BOTs? Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew?

This is kind of...sickeningly adorable?

These look new and different, and I've always liked Transformers with weird alternate modes. I hope we find out more about these guys soon.

I'm not sure what to think of this...but I'm vaguely frightened.

Well that's odd but kinda cute. Depending on how the actual toys look I miiiiiiiiiiiight buy a few for kitsch and novelty. Especially the coffee mug and penguin. Maybe they could do Fries, Burger, and a Mastershake!

...are we about to get an official Hasbro figure of Thew's good friend Ice Scream? That's all I can think of looking at this revealed image, is this guy:

Sodacup Knight astride a chocolate dipped cone horned Ice Creamicorn?!?!??

You have my attention!!!

SW's SilverHammer wrote:Fries, Burger, and a Mastershake!

Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

Cyber Bishop wrote:Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

Ig89ninja wrote:

Cyber Bishop wrote:Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

It’s still not kissplayers. Kissplayers made you suck your teeth and avoid anyone learning it. This makes you squint your eyes and ask if hasbro ate all the mushrooms

Wasn't kiss players Takaras idea?

Ig89ninja wrote:

Cyber Bishop wrote:Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

I thought Transformers have been ruined since they weren't G1? I mean we can't get any worse right?

Besides, wouldn't they need a leather jacket and water skis? Ehhhhhh

Cyber Bishop wrote:Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

Is this really what did it for you or did you just want to say "I'm not into these" using that phrase?

carytheone wrote:

Ig89ninja wrote:

Cyber Bishop wrote:Transformers has officially jumped the shark..

You mean “RUINED FOREVER!!!”?

I thought Transformers have been ruined since they weren't G1? I mean we can't get any worse right?

Besides, wouldn't they need a leather jacket and water skis? Ehhhhhh

Everything is better by adding a Fonz.

In connection to the 3rd quarter call, Hasbro has unveilled their new Transformers line, Botbots! These are 1 inch Transformers which turn from robot to a variety of every day objects (like Doughnuts and cameras) in 3-5 steps. There will be 61 unique characters to collect. Hasbro sent us official images as well as the fiction regarding this new line (found in bold below). You will also see a full product description with a variety of price points depensing on which kind of set you get. Some are blind bagged like the basic single figure, but when you get a collection you know some of the figures you’re getting but there’s still a surprise one in there as well.

You can view the gallery for the official images here.

BotBots are mischievous little robots who came to life from everyday objects inside a shopping mall! This rare type of Transformers robot is tiny, mischievous, and great at hiding!

Not long ago and somewhere close by, a glowing mist filled with TRANSFORMERS energy called ENERGON came down from the sky and covered a shopping mall. The things inside came to life as little TRANSFORMERS robots! These bots can hide in plain sight as everyday objects, meaning no one knows what's a bot and what's not! Mischievous, funny, and super silly, these are ... BOTBOTS!

When the Energon hit the objects inside, it made them More Than Meets the Eye. Candy, sports equipment, electronics, school supplies, and other things came to life as little Transformers robots. These robots hide in plain sight at the mall, disguised as the stuff we use everyday.

Each BotBots character belongs to a themed team based on what kind of store they belong in.

There are 61 unique 1-inch characters to collect in the first series of BotBots, each with their own individual personality. Like all Transformers, the characters change from an ordinary object into a little robot in just 3-5 easy steps.

The BotBots all belong to different tribes, inspired by product types you might find in a shopping mall, including the "Sugar Shocks" (sweet treats), the "Backpack Bunch" (school equipment), the "Toilet Troop" (bathroom items), the "Techie Team" (electronic gadgets), the "Greaser Gang" (fast food), the "Shed Heads" (gardening gear), and the "Jock Squad" (sporting goods).

BotBot Series 1 – Blind Bag

Transformers BotBots Series 1 Collectible Blind Bag Mystery Figure -- Surprise 2-In-1 Toy!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $2.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

Hidden inside each TRANSFORMERS BOTBOTS blind bag is a little mystery figure with a big personality! Collectable BOTBOTS figures are around 1-inch tall and change from totally normal stuff to little robots in 3 to 5 easy steps. Each blind bag randomly includes 1 of 24 available characters. BOTBOTS Series 1 features 61 characters across 3 assortments: blind bag assortment, 5-pack assortment, and 8-pack assortment. (Each sold separately. Subject to availability). Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Sugar Shocks 5-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $9.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The SUGAR SHOCKS are a squad of sweet treats who share their own unique sugar rush and kick things into overdrive. Each SUGAR SHOCKS collection pack includes 5 BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the SUGAR SHOCKS, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 2 from other themed teams! Series 1 5-Pack SUGAR SHOCKS characters are SIPPY SLURPS, THE PLOP FATHER, WADDLEPOP, LOLLY LICKS, REMORSEL, SPRINKLEBERRY D'UHNUT, UNILLA ICEQUEENCONE, COCOA CRAZY, and NRJEEZ! Please note that not all SUGAR SHOCKS characters can be found in this SUGAR SHOCKS themed pack. Look for other SUGAR SHOCKS characters in blind bag assortment, other 5-pack assortment themed packs, and 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Toilet Troop 5-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $9.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The TOILET TROOP is a clean-up platoon of bathroom defenders who take care of business by cleaning the bathroom and beyond. TOILET TROOP collection pack includes 5 BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the TOILET TROOP, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 2 from other themed teams! Series 1 TOILET TROOP characters are SERGEANT SCRUBADUB, KING TOOTS, SUDSBEARD, NOBEEOH, STINKOSAURUS REX, POO SHAM, and FROHAWK! Please note that not all TOILET TROOP characters can be found in this TOILET TROOP themed pack. Look for other TOILET TROOP characters in blind bag assortment, other 5-pack assortment themed packs, and 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Techie Team 5-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $9.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The TECHIE TEAM is a cutting edge crew of gotta-have-it phones, gadgets, electronics, and gamer gear. TECHIE TEAM collection pack includes 5 randomized BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the TECHIE TEAM, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 2 from other themed teams! Series 1 TECHIE TEAM characters are SCREEN FIEND, CHILLA GORILLA, SKILLZ PUNK, S.A. CHEEZ, RADDHAX, FOMO, GOOB TOOB, and DR. MOGGLY! Please note that not all TECHIE TEAM characters can be found in this TECHIE TEAM themed pack. Look for other TECHIE TEAM characters in blind bag assortment, other 5-pack assortment themed packs, and 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Greaser Gang 8-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $14.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The GREASER GANG is a team of greased up and chilled out rulers of the food court who put the fast in fast food. GREASER GANG collection pack includes 8 BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the GREASER GANG and 6 from other themed teams! Series 1 8-Pack GREASER GANG characters are SHREDDER JACK, DUDERONI, S'UP DAWG, SPUD MUFFIN, ANGRY CHEESE, HAWT DIGGITY, FOTTLE BARTS, and TWERPLE BURPLE! Please note that not all GREASER GANG characters can be found in this GREASER GANG themed pack. Look for other GREASER GANG characters in blind bag assortment, 5-pack assortment themed packs, and other 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.


Transformers BotBots Toys Series 1 Jock Squad 8-Pack -- Mystery 2-In-1 Collectible Figures!

(Ages 5 and up/ Approx. Retail Price $14.99/ Available: Winter ’18)

The JOCK SQUAD is crew of super sporty bots who love to win and are always ready to gear up and get their game faces on. JOCK SQUAD collection pack includes 8 randomized BOTBOTS figures: 2 from the JOCK SQUAD, 1 from the LOST BOTS, and 5 from other themed teams! Series 1 Jock Squad characters are LACEFACE, BATSBY, KIDD KLOBBER, PUCKSIE, FIT NESS MONSTER, and ARCTIC GUZZLERUSH! Please note that not all JOCK SQUAD characters can be found in this JOCK SQUAD themed pack. Look for other JOCK SQUAD characters in blind bag assortment, 5-pack assortment themed packs, and other 8-pack assortment themed packs (each sold separately, subject to availability) to find different characters. Available at select retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

OK. So they do actually transform. Good!

Cobotron wrote:OK. So they do actually transform. Good!

Hells yeah they do! These tatortotbots are gonnabe delicious in ketchup

My word, they actually transform as well? I was just expecting fixed pose figures.

Enhancing Screenface escalated quickly

they come out pretty cheap with the 8 pack, less than 2$ a toy. Funny how these are packed exactly like competing collectable toys

edit: Scotty fooled me