Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry)
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Every two weeks, Seibertron.com brings you a Top 5 list related to all things Transformers written by me, your fellow editor. These are my opinions (just like movie or game reviews hosted by sites are still just the opinion of one person) so what matters most is what you guys think of the topic or list, and I hope to see your own lists or comments on omissions and ranking. Let's have fun! All previous lists can be found here.
Top 5 Transformer Toys that will shed the most tears
Is there any worse feeling for a collector or child then a piece giving way and it remaining in your hand while you pull away the toy? Or hearing that snap sound? Transformers have so many pieces, unlike other action figures, that some are bound to fall off or break off and it can sometimes break a child's heart, or an adult's heart too. I hope once you have read this list (which is both personal and general) that you can share yours as well!
5. Transformers Reveal The Shield Wreck-Gar
This is one of the best robot modes around and a really smart cool motorcycle transformer. Except there is one slight issue: he will break if you play with him too much! And it sucks too, it's one of the motorbike's handlebars, which then makes the sweet bike mold look totally uneven. And the added play value of having another Junkion ride the motorcycle kind of becomes moot since his bike is now inoperable. The sad fact about this breakage is that it will happen regardless of if you use it properly, just normal wear and tear will do the trick (though not transforming properly will make it happen sooner). You can't glue it back on because it is part of an automorph gimmick which also gets crushed when the handlebar breaks. So while he can still transform, your handlebar will never get back there and cant be fixed. In this day and age where breakage is supposed to be solved, this is kind of abhorrent. It happened to mine:
4. MP 09 Masterpiece Rodimus Prime and Transformers Masterpiece Starscream (especially Ghost Version MP-3G)
Why do the most fragile toys have to also be the most expensive ones? The initial Masterpiece Starscream mold is very fiddly and there are a lot of things that can happen to even make the manliest of men shed a tear. The transformation is tricky, involving careful thought and understanding of where parts are going to end up and how they need to get there. Although, I found the construction to be sturdy, it has plenty of points where excess force will cause it to break, if mishandled. And then Takara decided to make one version which was all clear plastic, genius! While clear plastic can be sturdy too, it wont bend. So if you turn something the wrong way, it wont start bending and resisting, letting you know you are doing something wrong, it will just snap. I broke the ghost version's arm while I transformed it the 4th time and the thin pointed ends of his tail fin fell off too after rubbing off something (it was like they were there one moment and gone the next). I am not the only one to have had problems with this mold, you can search online for a bunch of reports about broken Starscreams (or any seeker sporting the MP 03 mold). A common one is the wing connector pieces which appear to weaken the more it is transformed, which is something you never want to hear.
Another Masterpiece with similar negative points is MP 09 Rodimus, which is also very very delicate. The way it is built, it is inevitable that every single copy will eventually break if posed in robot mode on a shelf. There have been interesting reports of people just one day hearing a clunk coming from their shelves to see that some piece of their Rodimus had succumbed to gravity. A number of joints can break on this toy, here is an example from fellow Seibertronian Itscramtastic:
And there is this gut wrenching testimony I found online from a user called Robotmonkeys:
Both these cases are very sad and while I doubt any child would experience this since these toys are collector oriented, big boys and girls can cry. And an expensive collectible breaking may be just that threshold.
3. Transformers Generation 2 Electro (Effectro)
Here is the first case of Gold Plastic Syndrome (GPS) I will address. To get a certain gold pigment or shiny effect in the plastic, different plastics are mixed together and the combinations break down more quickly making the toy crumble before your eyes. While this has happened to differently coloured toys, toys all made of gold plastic in the G2 era (early 90s of Transformer toys) famously suffered from this. G2 Electro is one of the best examples to the point where if you were to buy him mint today, he would probably break when you start handling him or transforming him. Take a good look at the photo below because that it the best way to see an unbroken G2 Electro these days.
2. Transformers Beast Wars Transmetal Megatron
This toy broke apart in my very hands. It was a sad and pathetic sight. I was unaware that he was prone to breakage and thought it was just my clumsy self. So I set to repair him with krazy glue. But as I would glue together one piece another piece would fall off. I tried some more but eventually gave up when I had his chest in my hands and his feet, and separate arms on the floor. Turns out I am not the only one this happened to, not by a long shot. I feel bad for all the kids who had their Megatron fall to pieces as they played with him in the 90s. Just look for Broken Megatron on e-bay and you will see plenty.
1. Transformers Generation 2 Slingshot (Sling)
This here is the second case of GPS I want to bring to our attention with this list. What makes this case extra sad is that he completes a combiner so without him, you don't get a nice G2 Superion. I will let Seibertron, the site owner himself, share a word regarding this toy and his gallery:
Transformers Generation 2 Slingshot (Sling) Gallery
Honourable mentions: There are a ton of more toys that are prone to breakage, like the roofs on some G1 cars and Mirage breaking in half, that this list could go on and on and on. So instead of writing more, I would love it if we could turn the entire discussion into the Honourable Mentions section and share which toys of yours broke and which times it hurt the most in your childhood or adult lives. When your toy breaks, no matter if it's a known issue, it will hurt just as bad, so this list is more of a starting point for a discussion.
Pictures are more than welcome (of the broken toy, not of you crying).
Top 5 Transformer Toys that will shed the most tears
Is there any worse feeling for a collector or child then a piece giving way and it remaining in your hand while you pull away the toy? Or hearing that snap sound? Transformers have so many pieces, unlike other action figures, that some are bound to fall off or break off and it can sometimes break a child's heart, or an adult's heart too. I hope once you have read this list (which is both personal and general) that you can share yours as well!
5. Transformers Reveal The Shield Wreck-Gar
This is one of the best robot modes around and a really smart cool motorcycle transformer. Except there is one slight issue: he will break if you play with him too much! And it sucks too, it's one of the motorbike's handlebars, which then makes the sweet bike mold look totally uneven. And the added play value of having another Junkion ride the motorcycle kind of becomes moot since his bike is now inoperable. The sad fact about this breakage is that it will happen regardless of if you use it properly, just normal wear and tear will do the trick (though not transforming properly will make it happen sooner). You can't glue it back on because it is part of an automorph gimmick which also gets crushed when the handlebar breaks. So while he can still transform, your handlebar will never get back there and cant be fixed. In this day and age where breakage is supposed to be solved, this is kind of abhorrent. It happened to mine:
4. MP 09 Masterpiece Rodimus Prime and Transformers Masterpiece Starscream (especially Ghost Version MP-3G)
Why do the most fragile toys have to also be the most expensive ones? The initial Masterpiece Starscream mold is very fiddly and there are a lot of things that can happen to even make the manliest of men shed a tear. The transformation is tricky, involving careful thought and understanding of where parts are going to end up and how they need to get there. Although, I found the construction to be sturdy, it has plenty of points where excess force will cause it to break, if mishandled. And then Takara decided to make one version which was all clear plastic, genius! While clear plastic can be sturdy too, it wont bend. So if you turn something the wrong way, it wont start bending and resisting, letting you know you are doing something wrong, it will just snap. I broke the ghost version's arm while I transformed it the 4th time and the thin pointed ends of his tail fin fell off too after rubbing off something (it was like they were there one moment and gone the next). I am not the only one to have had problems with this mold, you can search online for a bunch of reports about broken Starscreams (or any seeker sporting the MP 03 mold). A common one is the wing connector pieces which appear to weaken the more it is transformed, which is something you never want to hear.
Another Masterpiece with similar negative points is MP 09 Rodimus, which is also very very delicate. The way it is built, it is inevitable that every single copy will eventually break if posed in robot mode on a shelf. There have been interesting reports of people just one day hearing a clunk coming from their shelves to see that some piece of their Rodimus had succumbed to gravity. A number of joints can break on this toy, here is an example from fellow Seibertronian Itscramtastic:
And there is this gut wrenching testimony I found online from a user called Robotmonkeys:
Worst purchase was Hasbro Masterpiece Rodimus. I bought it aftermarket at double the price in the summer of 2014. He was my first Mp since Mp 1. I had him for nearly a week when I decided to take him out of the box.
As I carefully removed him, his left arm stayed behind in the blister pack.
My heart sank! After trying all kinds of fixes, I finally got a replacement shoulder. To this day, his arm is limp and not fully assembled due to not being able to successfully push the pin all the way through.
Both these cases are very sad and while I doubt any child would experience this since these toys are collector oriented, big boys and girls can cry. And an expensive collectible breaking may be just that threshold.
3. Transformers Generation 2 Electro (Effectro)
Here is the first case of Gold Plastic Syndrome (GPS) I will address. To get a certain gold pigment or shiny effect in the plastic, different plastics are mixed together and the combinations break down more quickly making the toy crumble before your eyes. While this has happened to differently coloured toys, toys all made of gold plastic in the G2 era (early 90s of Transformer toys) famously suffered from this. G2 Electro is one of the best examples to the point where if you were to buy him mint today, he would probably break when you start handling him or transforming him. Take a good look at the photo below because that it the best way to see an unbroken G2 Electro these days.
2. Transformers Beast Wars Transmetal Megatron
This toy broke apart in my very hands. It was a sad and pathetic sight. I was unaware that he was prone to breakage and thought it was just my clumsy self. So I set to repair him with krazy glue. But as I would glue together one piece another piece would fall off. I tried some more but eventually gave up when I had his chest in my hands and his feet, and separate arms on the floor. Turns out I am not the only one this happened to, not by a long shot. I feel bad for all the kids who had their Megatron fall to pieces as they played with him in the 90s. Just look for Broken Megatron on e-bay and you will see plenty.
1. Transformers Generation 2 Slingshot (Sling)
This here is the second case of GPS I want to bring to our attention with this list. What makes this case extra sad is that he completes a combiner so without him, you don't get a nice G2 Superion. I will let Seibertron, the site owner himself, share a word regarding this toy and his gallery:
Seibertron wrote:Slingshot is everyone's favorite gold-plastic Transformer. The figure is a ticking time bomb before it literally crumbles in your hand. I somehow managed to take an entire photogallery of him with only one non-essential piece cracking. Fortunately, his arms, legs, wings and head stayed intact for the purpose of this gallery. I carefully wrapped him in bubble wrap after this and placed him in a small Ziploc tub intended for food in the fridge. Hopefully that'll keep him in decent shape until needed again but I wouldn't bet any Energon on it!
Transformers Generation 2 Slingshot (Sling) Gallery
Honourable mentions: There are a ton of more toys that are prone to breakage, like the roofs on some G1 cars and Mirage breaking in half, that this list could go on and on and on. So instead of writing more, I would love it if we could turn the entire discussion into the Honourable Mentions section and share which toys of yours broke and which times it hurt the most in your childhood or adult lives. When your toy breaks, no matter if it's a known issue, it will hurt just as bad, so this list is more of a starting point for a discussion.
Pictures are more than welcome (of the broken toy, not of you crying).
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Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793206)
Posted by Kurona on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:22am CDT
Posted by Kurona on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:22am CDT
Actually combining Slingshot? You crazy man.
Seeing a broken Megatron right next to the Tech Specs that put everything about him across as 10+ is simultaneously sad and hilarious.
Is the problem with Wreck-Gar universal across all versions of the mold? Is, for instance, the Platinum Planet of Junk Wreck-Gar and Scrapheap okay; or is it not just the original use of the mold it's restricted to?
Seeing a broken Megatron right next to the Tech Specs that put everything about him across as 10+ is simultaneously sad and hilarious.
Is the problem with Wreck-Gar universal across all versions of the mold? Is, for instance, the Platinum Planet of Junk Wreck-Gar and Scrapheap okay; or is it not just the original use of the mold it's restricted to?
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793207)
Posted by Autobot N on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:28am CDT
Posted by Autobot N on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:28am CDT
You forgot EVERY CONSTRUCT-BOT EVER.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793210)
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:33am CDT
They break? I have several and they are all fine. Please provide pictures
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:33am CDT
Autobot N wrote:You forgot EVERY CONSTRUCT-BOT EVER.
They break? I have several and they are all fine. Please provide pictures
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793213)
Posted by Moody magpie on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:37am CDT
Posted by Moody magpie on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:37am CDT
Worst one me to happen was with my Masterpiece Star Sabar, I broke the front bit of his cockpit and when I tried to glue it back I accidentally drop some into his neck joint, now he can't even turn his head sigh! 
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793214)
Posted by shauyaun on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:42am CDT
I have 15 of'em and all fine except for one and that happened when combing it.
How did your's break?
(I wanted to add a photo but I have no idea which of'em are
)
Posted by shauyaun on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:42am CDT
william-james88 wrote:Autobot N wrote:You forgot EVERY CONSTRUCT-BOT EVER.
They break? I have several and they are all fine. Please provide pictures
I have 15 of'em and all fine except for one and that happened when combing it.
How did your's break?
(I wanted to add a photo but I have no idea which of'em are
)
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793215)
Posted by triKlops on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:48am CDT
Posted by triKlops on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:48am CDT
I would like to throw a well deserved honorable mention to BW Mutants Soundwave.
I had him MOSC for years; I decided to open him to display one day.
Within minutes the figure dismantled itself at all connection points leaving a pile of croc limbs.
I had him MOSC for years; I decided to open him to display one day.
Within minutes the figure dismantled itself at all connection points leaving a pile of croc limbs.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793216)
Posted by Autobot N on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:49am CDT
Posted by Autobot N on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:49am CDT
Most all of the breakage occurred years ago, so I've thrown away most of them (I could only find two), and I'm unable to take a picture at the moment. The most sever breakage has come from Soundwave (the hinge that connects the chest to the body), Bumblebee (shoulder and upper leg), Starscream (hinge that connects the backpack to the body), and Thundercracker (backpack hinge). Of course, that's not including all of the ball-joint hinges (the ones that connect the hands and feet to the arms and legs) from pretty much everyone. All of these occurred while I was carefully fiddling around with them (except for Soundwave, but I don't remember exactly how his happened).william-james88 wrote:Autobot N wrote:You forgot EVERY CONSTRUCT-BOT EVER.
They break? I have several and they are all fine. Please provide pictures
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793218)
Posted by MCutter on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:20am CDT
*edited for clarity*
To my knowledge it is all of them, although I have not seen the Platinum ones in person yet. The problem comes from part of the automorph gimmick. The rubber handlebars are pushed out of the way during transformation to robot mode, but the little nubs meant to keep them stable in bike mode are very often too long or hard, creating shear stress on the plastic they are attached to. Plus, since the automorph only functions when going from bike to 'bot, you would need 3-4 hands to transform it back to bike without stressing their little plastic connection points by forcing the nubs into place.
There is an easy workaround to help prevent the breakage though. In the 'broken' photo in this article you can see a round bump/nub on the inside part of the handle. If you shave those off you will greatly reduce the shear stress on the handles during the automorph and, when transforming to bike mode, you can just pivot the handles into place at the end. I did this to my Junkions after seeing the stress on my first Wreck-Gar, and they've all survived so far.
The other breakage point on this mold tends to be the hands. Since the weapon can/has to be inserted toward the palm, it makes the hand flex outward and the plastic where the fingers meet the palm gets stressed over time. Apart from only inserting weapons from the top of the hand (awkward with the stock weapon) I don't know an easy fix for this one.
Posted by MCutter on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:20am CDT
Kurona wrote:Is the problem with Wreck-Gar universal across all versions of the mold? Is, for instance, the Platinum Planet of Junk Wreck-Gar and Scrapheap okay; or is it not just the original use of the mold it's restricted to?
*edited for clarity*
To my knowledge it is all of them, although I have not seen the Platinum ones in person yet. The problem comes from part of the automorph gimmick. The rubber handlebars are pushed out of the way during transformation to robot mode, but the little nubs meant to keep them stable in bike mode are very often too long or hard, creating shear stress on the plastic they are attached to. Plus, since the automorph only functions when going from bike to 'bot, you would need 3-4 hands to transform it back to bike without stressing their little plastic connection points by forcing the nubs into place.
There is an easy workaround to help prevent the breakage though. In the 'broken' photo in this article you can see a round bump/nub on the inside part of the handle. If you shave those off you will greatly reduce the shear stress on the handles during the automorph and, when transforming to bike mode, you can just pivot the handles into place at the end. I did this to my Junkions after seeing the stress on my first Wreck-Gar, and they've all survived so far.
The other breakage point on this mold tends to be the hands. Since the weapon can/has to be inserted toward the palm, it makes the hand flex outward and the plastic where the fingers meet the palm gets stressed over time. Apart from only inserting weapons from the top of the hand (awkward with the stock weapon) I don't know an easy fix for this one.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793220)
Posted by Kurona on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:28am CDT
Aaaah, thank you very much. I'll keep it in mind for when I eventually get one.
Is that mostly in the open sockets where the balljoints go into? I remember having that problem very commonly with post-2007 Bionicle sets.
Posted by Kurona on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:28am CDT
MCutter wrote:Kurona wrote:Is the problem with Wreck-Gar universal across all versions of the mold? Is, for instance, the Platinum Planet of Junk Wreck-Gar and Scrapheap okay; or is it not just the original use of the mold it's restricted to?
All of them. The problem comes from part of the automoprh gimmick. Since the handlebars only move on their own when going from bike to 'bot, you would need 3-4 hands to transform it back to bike without stressing their little plastic connection points.
There is an easy workaround to help prevent the breakage though. In the 'broken' photo in this article you can see a round bump on the inside part of the handle. If you shave those off you will remove the handles from the automorph and massively cut down on the plastic stress. I did this to my Junkions after seeing the stress on first Wreck-Gar, and they've all survived so far.
The other breakage point on this mold tends to be the hands. Since the weapon can/has to be inserted toward the palm, it makes the hand flex outward and the plastic where the fingers meet the palm gets stressed over time. Apart from only inserting weapons from the top of the hand, I don't know an easy fix for this one.
Aaaah, thank you very much. I'll keep it in mind for when I eventually get one.
Autobot N wrote:Most all of the breakage occurred years ago, so I've thrown away most of them (I could only find two), and I'm unable to take a picture at the moment. The most sever breakage has come from Soundwave (the hinge that connects the chest to the body), Bumblebee (shoulder and upper leg), Starscream (hinge that connects the backpack to the body), and Thundercracker (backpack hinge). Of course, that's not including all of the ball-joint hinges (the ones that connect the hands and feet to the arms and legs) from pretty much everyone. All of these occurred while I was carefully fiddling around with them (except for Soundwave, but I don't remember exactly how his happened).william-james88 wrote:Autobot N wrote:You forgot EVERY CONSTRUCT-BOT EVER.
They break? I have several and they are all fine. Please provide pictures
Is that mostly in the open sockets where the balljoints go into? I remember having that problem very commonly with post-2007 Bionicle sets.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793221)
Posted by Break on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:29am CDT
Posted by Break on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:29am CDT
We had 2-3 of the G1 Jazz figures and every single windshield broke easily.
I think G1 Hook's legs were ridiculously fragile as well, but might have just been mine.
I think G1 Hook's legs were ridiculously fragile as well, but might have just been mine.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793222)
Posted by shajaki on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:31am CDT
Posted by shajaki on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:31am CDT
Awesome list Will as always. And pretty unique subject matter, its a problem we've all suffered from but I'd never have thought of making it into a list! 
I'd have put MP09 at #1 though, and had this fella in the list.
I'd have put MP09 at #1 though, and had this fella in the list.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793223)
Posted by Deathsanras on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:32am CDT
Posted by Deathsanras on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:32am CDT
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793224)
Posted by SG Roadbuster on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:34am CDT
Posted by SG Roadbuster on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:34am CDT
i'm legit surprised that Black Zarak wasn't on this list due to his GPS and sheer cost. when parts of a toy that costs more than a used car crumbles to fairy dust even the manliest of men cry like a little girl with a skinned knee.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793226)
Posted by ZeroWolf on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:43am CDT
Posted by ZeroWolf on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:43am CDT
Megs definitely belongs on this list, mine crumbled at the shoulder but luckily enough I was able to secure a replacement.
A mention I feel must go out to maximal silver bolt from the magnaboss set, the latch that secures the two halves of the top of his bird mode together just fell apart while I was combining them. I dare not uncombine them as I don't want him to break further.
A mention I feel must go out to maximal silver bolt from the magnaboss set, the latch that secures the two halves of the top of his bird mode together just fell apart while I was combining them. I dare not uncombine them as I don't want him to break further.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793227)
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:45am CDT
Posted by LOST Cybertronian on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:45am CDT
I would think that mp Megatron should get an honorable mention. Definitely made me cry at least. Not sure it's fair to include a couple of figures that suffer from GPS when there are many more figures that suffer also.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793228)
Posted by shajaki on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:52am CDT
Hey Will, do you think it's worth mentioning the Takara's Beast Wars Metals Megatron doesn't suffer from the same problems?
Posted by shajaki on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:52am CDT
Good call! I totally forgot about that one.SG Roadbuster wrote:i'm legit surprised that Black Zarak wasn't on this list due to his GPS and sheer cost.
Hey Will, do you think it's worth mentioning the Takara's Beast Wars Metals Megatron doesn't suffer from the same problems?
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793231)
Posted by Noideaforaname on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:20am CDT
Posted by Noideaforaname on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:20am CDT
Immediately thought of this bot:
Every single ball joint cracked out of package! How I wish they made a simple Legends figure for him...
Since Megatron's issue apparently comes down to plastic quality (as the Takara and Armada versions don't have that problem), I wish they'd re-release him using better materials. Would've made a lovely Beast Wars 20th Anniversary item...
Every single ball joint cracked out of package! How I wish they made a simple Legends figure for him...
Since Megatron's issue apparently comes down to plastic quality (as the Takara and Armada versions don't have that problem), I wish they'd re-release him using better materials. Would've made a lovely Beast Wars 20th Anniversary item...
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793233)
Posted by Va'al on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:24am CDT
Posted by Va'al on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:24am CDT
Most likely to? No.
Did it happen? Yes.
Did I cry? No.
Did Alpha Bravo? Oooh boy.
Did it happen? Yes.
Did I cry? No.
Did Alpha Bravo? Oooh boy.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793234)
Posted by Sigma Magnus on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:26am CDT
Posted by Sigma Magnus on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:26am CDT
Let's see...with me, I was always careful with my toys even when I was little, so this wasn't a common occurrence. I think my only TF toys to break was both deluxe Bumblebees from the '07 movie. I was seven years old at the time. The '09 Camaro mold came out of the package with the right door-wing hinge cracked. Over time, it snapped off. I didn't feel very bad, I just swapped parts with the RotF version of the mold. I got the two pack of the '76 Bee and Barricade second hand (the only TF toys in my collection that I didn't get directly out-of-box). Barricade was extremely floppy, but Bee was one of my favorites. But after a few years, it started falling apart. The leg snapped, the arm panel twisted in two, and the wing assembly crumbled, all within a weekend. I was very sad.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793235)
Posted by DarkEnergon on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:27am CDT
Posted by DarkEnergon on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:27am CDT
I'm going right back to animated voyager starscream. Not breaking per se, just such weakly made bits that fell off with a breath. I'm talking hands, fins, landing gear...
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793237)
Posted by Andrius on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:47am CDT
Posted by Andrius on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:47am CDT
There's a huge difference between the Wreck-Gar/Junkion mold and the rest of the things on this list -- if you transform it properly, it will NEVER break. The others all have weak plastic or design defects, but the Junkion mold is durable, as long as you're cautious and don't rush the subtle auto-transform effect.
I must have 25 of these, between the various incarnations, exclusives, and plenty of duplicates, and not a single one has broken.
I must have 25 of these, between the various incarnations, exclusives, and plenty of duplicates, and not a single one has broken.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793238)
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:47am CDT
There is a point once a year when it comes up in a random thread and I thought it could be fun to finally have a place to discuss all our woes
We cant talk about breakage without mentionning gold plastic syndrome but the list cant be only about gold platic syndrome either so I felt the way that was most fair was mention two infamous ones on the Hasbro side and have the honourable mentions be the comments. Because every figure can make anyone cry. This list is just a discussion starting point and I based it on what I read across a multitude of internet boards. The only thing I knew for sure was that slingshot would be number 1. I feel bad for all those kids. Oh and you happen to be news crew, so you actually have access to all these lists ahead of time (lucky you). If there is anything else you dont find fair, let me know
I always hope that my list is just a jumping board for further comments that will strengthen the content, which you just did. Since, as mentionned in the list, the comments are integral to it anyone interested in knowing more will find your astute comment here and I think thats perfect
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:47am CDT
shajaki wrote:Awesome list Will as always. And pretty unique subject matter, its a problem we've all suffered from but I'd never have thought of making it into a list!
There is a point once a year when it comes up in a random thread and I thought it could be fun to finally have a place to discuss all our woes
I'd have put MP09 at #1 though, and had this fella in the list.
LOST Cybertronian wrote:I would think that mp Megatron should get an honorable mention. Definitely made me cry at least. Not sure it's fair to include a couple of figures that suffer from GPS when there are many more figures that suffer also.
We cant talk about breakage without mentionning gold plastic syndrome but the list cant be only about gold platic syndrome either so I felt the way that was most fair was mention two infamous ones on the Hasbro side and have the honourable mentions be the comments. Because every figure can make anyone cry. This list is just a discussion starting point and I based it on what I read across a multitude of internet boards. The only thing I knew for sure was that slingshot would be number 1. I feel bad for all those kids. Oh and you happen to be news crew, so you actually have access to all these lists ahead of time (lucky you). If there is anything else you dont find fair, let me know
shajaki wrote:Good call! I totally forgot about that one.SG Roadbuster wrote:i'm legit surprised that Black Zarak wasn't on this list due to his GPS and sheer cost.
Hey Will, do you think it's worth mentioning the Takara's Beast Wars Metals Megatron doesn't suffer from the same problems?
I always hope that my list is just a jumping board for further comments that will strengthen the content, which you just did. Since, as mentionned in the list, the comments are integral to it anyone interested in knowing more will find your astute comment here and I think thats perfect
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793239)
Posted by BATTLEMASTER IIC on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:49am CDT
Posted by BATTLEMASTER IIC on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:49am CDT
My G2 Slingshot is mostly intact. It has only a crack in the tail section near the hinge. My BW Transmetal Megatron though, its arm broke off and I was pretty sad about that.
The windshield on my Classics Hot Rod has a hairline crack in it too. It looks like battle damage, but I still wish it wasn't there.
The windshield on my Classics Hot Rod has a hairline crack in it too. It looks like battle damage, but I still wish it wasn't there.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793241)
Posted by Andrius on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:53am CDT
Posted by Andrius on May 28th, 2016 @ 11:53am CDT
Oh, the waist on Classics Mirage/Liger terrifies me. The exclusive clear one broke straight out of the package.
This mold is one of my absolute favorites, but I'm nervous every time.
This mold is one of my absolute favorites, but I'm nervous every time.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793244)
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:01pm CDT
I was being careful with mine and it still broke. Granted, I bought it loose so it could be that the previous owner stressed it enough that normal use would do the job. I did find this on the wiki though:
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:01pm CDT
Andrius wrote:There's a huge difference between the Wreck-Gar/Junkion mold and the rest of the things on this list -- if you transform it properly, it will NEVER break.
I was being careful with mine and it still broke. Granted, I bought it loose so it could be that the previous owner stressed it enough that normal use would do the job. I did find this on the wiki though:Pulling up on the gas tank during transformation causes his rubber handlebars to be dislodged and moved to the side. Do NOT unhinge the handlebars manually: doing so creates stress points in the hinges that connect them to the gas tank, resulting in many reported instances of breakage. Unfortunately, many have found that the nubs that hold the handlebars in place in bike mode are too strong, and even using the automorph as intended causes damage. Cutting the nubs off has been the only consistent fix to prevent breakage. Wreck-Gar is also sadly prone to stress marks and potential fractures in his hands and helmet-horns.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793247)
Posted by ScottyP on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:17pm CDT
Posted by ScottyP on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:17pm CDT
Ditto. I've never understood this one. I know there are a lot that have broken, I acknowledge this, but I think this is one case that's overblown.Andrius wrote:There's a huge difference between the Wreck-Gar/Junkion mold and the rest of the things on this list -- if you transform it properly, it will NEVER break. The others all have weak plastic or design defects, but the Junkion mold is durable, as long as you're cautious and don't rush the subtle auto-transform effect.
I must have 25 of these, between the various incarnations, exclusives, and plenty of duplicates, and not a single one has broken.
I've heard of this, especially with those that kids played with a lot. The joints on them just aren't meant for repeated assembly/dismantling, which is pretty bad since that's the entire point of the line.Autobot N wrote:You forgot EVERY CONSTRUCT-BOT EVER.
Mine took awhile to have all his legs fall off due to the ball joints cracking, but this one's definitely fragile as heck.Noideaforaname wrote:Immediately thought of this bot:
(RotF Scalpel)
Every single ball joint cracked out of package! How I wish they made a simple Legends figure for him...
:sigh: Yep, I've had this happen. Not the hardest thing to fix, but it's always a bummer to have G1 guys break. Speaking of...Deathsanras wrote:
Yeah that was weird to me. Feels like anything ever with GPS would be number 1. Something like Prowl/Bluestreak/Smokescreen/Jazz windows breaking is super duper common, as is, for some reason, Sinnertwin's head breaking off inside of Hun-Grr. I can't complain too much though, I know where to go to give input for these and didn't do soLOST Cybertronian wrote:I would think that mp Megatron should get an honorable mention. Definitely made me cry at least. Not sure it's fair to include a couple of figures that suffer from GPS when there are many more figures that suffer also.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793251)
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:53pm CDT
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:53pm CDT
I have an RTS 
Bumblebee that was my pride and joy ( It was the only one I had ever found in stores) and one day while trying to tighten his shoulder joint, the shoulder froze up completely and, whilst trying to get it to move again, had the entire arm break off 
Wasn't really the figure's fault though xD
Bumblebee that was my pride and joy ( It was the only one I had ever found in stores) and one day while trying to tighten his shoulder joint, the shoulder froze up completely and, whilst trying to get it to move again, had the entire arm break off Wasn't really the figure's fault though xD
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793253)
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:56pm CDT
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on May 28th, 2016 @ 12:56pm CDT
I found that Transmetal Beast Wars Megatron in a charity shop last year. Was completely intact with no problems at all. Sold it on ebay sometime later cos I didn't really like it.
Every G1 Hot Rod I ever owned snapped the damn windshield/spoiler part off. Sometimes the hood/head part came off too.
Also the similar roof pieces on Jazz and Smokescreen. I had two of each of those and they both broke in the same places. Same as the Prowl pics you have above.
I know that a lot of G1 Metroplexs snap at the waist but I had mine for about 20 years with no problems.
Also the first Masterpiece Optimus Prime had a leg fall off. It sullied the entire brand for me and the few times I've dipped my wallet into Masterpiece line have always resulted in disappointment/anger/bad-luck. But that's fine cos it's rare that any of them appeal to me anyways but you'd think with the amount they cost they could at least build them to last...
I haven't had any breakages with any of my movie or Generations toys. Whether cos they're made a bit more smarter (with parts that pop off rather than completely break) or I'm just more careful these days I don't know but I'm thankful. Had that Wreck-Gar for a while and didn't have a problem with the handlebars.
Every G1 Hot Rod I ever owned snapped the damn windshield/spoiler part off. Sometimes the hood/head part came off too.
Also the similar roof pieces on Jazz and Smokescreen. I had two of each of those and they both broke in the same places. Same as the Prowl pics you have above.
I know that a lot of G1 Metroplexs snap at the waist but I had mine for about 20 years with no problems.
Also the first Masterpiece Optimus Prime had a leg fall off. It sullied the entire brand for me and the few times I've dipped my wallet into Masterpiece line have always resulted in disappointment/anger/bad-luck. But that's fine cos it's rare that any of them appeal to me anyways but you'd think with the amount they cost they could at least build them to last...
I haven't had any breakages with any of my movie or Generations toys. Whether cos they're made a bit more smarter (with parts that pop off rather than completely break) or I'm just more careful these days I don't know but I'm thankful. Had that Wreck-Gar for a while and didn't have a problem with the handlebars.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793255)
Posted by superchook6909 on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:10pm CDT
Posted by superchook6909 on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:10pm CDT
Two out of the five happened to me. Wreck-gar and Transmetal Megatron.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793258)
Posted by frogbat on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:14pm CDT
Posted by frogbat on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:14pm CDT
g1 pretender sky hammer was the first toy i experienced GPS with. I was quite shocked when it happened as I wasn't aware of the issue at the time of breakage!
i suffered breakage on wreck gar and starscream mp3 (thumb and null ray)
had a generations hoist that is jammed (QA issue i reckon) and generations legend class hot rod was problematic too.
but my personal unholy triumvirate of breakage prone transformers is as follows -
g1 countdown - you'll be hard pressed to find one where peg connectors didn't snap off the detachable turrets.
g1 sky stalker - countdown's counterpart. His wings' hinges were very prone to stressing and ultimately breakage
g1 powermaster prime. I had 3 in all as a kid! The first 2 broke in the same place - the cab post connector.
Basically whenever a post plugged in snuggly and the play pattern lead kids to pivot it (like the cab in prime's case or the turret in countdown's case), it would cause them to snap
i suffered breakage on wreck gar and starscream mp3 (thumb and null ray)
had a generations hoist that is jammed (QA issue i reckon) and generations legend class hot rod was problematic too.
but my personal unholy triumvirate of breakage prone transformers is as follows -
g1 countdown - you'll be hard pressed to find one where peg connectors didn't snap off the detachable turrets.
g1 sky stalker - countdown's counterpart. His wings' hinges were very prone to stressing and ultimately breakage
g1 powermaster prime. I had 3 in all as a kid! The first 2 broke in the same place - the cab post connector.
Basically whenever a post plugged in snuggly and the play pattern lead kids to pivot it (like the cab in prime's case or the turret in countdown's case), it would cause them to snap
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793265)
Posted by MCutter on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:34pm CDT
That is very interesting. Do the handlebars on yours go back to sticking straight out on their own during the change to bike mode?
Honestly, the only way I know to get them back in place without forcing the nubs past hard plastic is to manually turn them both while simultaneously sliding the headlight fairing forward. Which is why I think of it as a 3-4 handed job, or at least one that calls for way more manual dexterity than an ages 5+ toy should.
Posted by MCutter on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:34pm CDT
Andrius wrote:There's a huge difference between the Wreck-Gar/Junkion mold and the rest of the things on this list -- if you transform it properly, it will NEVER break. The others all have weak plastic or design defects, but the Junkion mold is durable, as long as you're cautious and don't rush the subtle auto-transform effect.
That is very interesting. Do the handlebars on yours go back to sticking straight out on their own during the change to bike mode?
Honestly, the only way I know to get them back in place without forcing the nubs past hard plastic is to manually turn them both while simultaneously sliding the headlight fairing forward. Which is why I think of it as a 3-4 handed job, or at least one that calls for way more manual dexterity than an ages 5+ toy should.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793267)
Posted by SureShot18 on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:38pm CDT
Posted by SureShot18 on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:38pm CDT
My RotF Scalpel is perfectly fine and I haven't been that gentle either. One of my biggest disappointments was when my Animated Swindle's hip broke. That clear plastic looks great but is not functional at all.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793269)
Posted by kurthy on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:39pm CDT
I'm sad because I've had nearly all these figures plus the ones on the list, plus a Metroplex, except the MPs. Thankfully, not a Black Zarak or SKY Stalker.
This list makes me sad.
Posted by kurthy on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:39pm CDT
frogbat wrote:g1 pretender sky hammer was the first toy i experienced GPS with. I was quite shocked when it happened as I wasn't aware of the issue at the time of breakage!
i suffered breakage on wreck gar and starscream mp3 (thumb and null ray)
had a generations hoist that is jammed (QA issue i reckon) and generations legend class hot rod was problematic too.
but my personal unholy triumvirate of breakage prone transformers is as follows -
g1 countdown - you'll be hard pressed to find one where peg connectors didn't snap off the detachable turrets.
g1 sky stalker - countdown's counterpart. His wings' hinges were very prone to stressing and ultimately breakage
g1 powermaster prime. I had 3 in all as a kid! The first 2 broke in the same place - the cab post connector.
Basically whenever a post plugged in snuggly and the play pattern lead kids to pivot it (like the cab in prime's case or the turret in countdown's case), it would cause them to snap
I'm sad because I've had nearly all these figures plus the ones on the list, plus a Metroplex, except the MPs. Thankfully, not a Black Zarak or SKY Stalker.
This list makes me sad.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793270)
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:45pm CDT
At least we can cry together, your sadness is shared by all of us 
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:45pm CDT
kurthy wrote:
This list makes me sad.
At least we can cry together, your sadness is shared by all of us
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793271)
Posted by frogbat on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:51pm CDT
add mirage and the original constructicons to my list Guess I was quite rough with my toys, though mirage wasn't my doing.. some other kid had done the deed 
Posted by frogbat on May 28th, 2016 @ 1:51pm CDT
kurthy wrote:
I'm sad because I've had nearly all these figures plus the ones on the list, plus a Metroplex, except the MPs. Thankfully, not a Black Zarak or SKY Stalker.
This list makes me sad.
add mirage and the original constructicons to my list
Guess I was quite rough with my toys, though mirage wasn't my doing.. some other kid had done the deed
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793278)
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:20pm CDT
I had Countdown. Sold some years ago but was in almost mint condition with absolutely no breakages and barely even yellowing of the white plastic. I kinda miss it now.
I still have my Powermaster Optimus Prime. No breakages there either. Just sometimes Hi-Q can be a bit resistant staying in Prime's chest without popping right out and hitting me in the face.
Posted by Carnivius_Prime on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:20pm CDT
frogbat wrote:g1 countdown - you'll be hard pressed to find one where peg connectors didn't snap off the detachable turrets.
g1 powermaster prime. I had 3 in all as a kid! The first 2 broke in the same place - the cab post connector.
I had Countdown. Sold some years ago but was in almost mint condition with absolutely no breakages and barely even yellowing of the white plastic. I kinda miss it now.
I still have my Powermaster Optimus Prime. No breakages there either. Just sometimes Hi-Q can be a bit resistant staying in Prime's chest without popping right out and hitting me in the face.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793279)
Posted by Megatron Wolf on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:22pm CDT
Posted by Megatron Wolf on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:22pm CDT
How could you leave out animated black arachnias grappling hook? Should've put the 2 gold guys together like the MPs and included the hook.
But anyway ill never forget the day my MP Hot Rod broke: i was playing deus ex human revolution and out of nowhere there was a loud pop then the sound of clashing plastic, said to my self "what the hell was that?" looked around saw nothing knocked over was a bit confused so i started inspecting each of my shelves trying to figure out who fell over. I finally noticed Hot Rod had no arm, it was lying next to wheeljack on the other side of the shelf. Was a very sad day for me, not only did one of my favorite figures break for no reason but it was the first of two instances that has made me stave off MPs forever.
TM Megatron breaking is another sad moment, i played the hell out of that figure as a kid and never had any issues, his transmetal parts are still in perfect condition and had no wear at all. About 6 years ago i decided to put it on display and it shattered in my hands as i was transforming it. Friend gave me an extra one he got in a lot off ebay and it to broke as i was transforming it, attempted to take parts from each and make a whole one but yet again more breakage, i gave up after that.
But anyway ill never forget the day my MP Hot Rod broke: i was playing deus ex human revolution and out of nowhere there was a loud pop then the sound of clashing plastic, said to my self "what the hell was that?" looked around saw nothing knocked over was a bit confused so i started inspecting each of my shelves trying to figure out who fell over. I finally noticed Hot Rod had no arm, it was lying next to wheeljack on the other side of the shelf. Was a very sad day for me, not only did one of my favorite figures break for no reason but it was the first of two instances that has made me stave off MPs forever.
TM Megatron breaking is another sad moment, i played the hell out of that figure as a kid and never had any issues, his transmetal parts are still in perfect condition and had no wear at all. About 6 years ago i decided to put it on display and it shattered in my hands as i was transforming it. Friend gave me an extra one he got in a lot off ebay and it to broke as i was transforming it, attempted to take parts from each and make a whole one but yet again more breakage, i gave up after that.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793280)
Posted by kurthy on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:26pm CDT
Posted by kurthy on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:26pm CDT
Nice list guys!
Here's mine:
1. Black Zarak: just too expensive and too rare. I can't imagine shelling out a fortune only to open up the box and fine disintegrated plastic.
2. MP Rodimus Prime: another one I'm thankful I've never owned but the horror stories are too numerous
3. G1 Headmasters: From the arms of the Headmasters breaking off (the ball joint itself would break off) to the guns being to tight in the fists and other places.
4. G1 Metroplex: the waist on early models would easily snap, but it's required to get into city mode. And again, this was one of the most expensive regular retail releases.
5. BW Transmetal Megatron: I wish I had known about GPS when I bought both him and G2 Slingshot when I was a teenager. So many stress points with thin plastic.
Honorable Mentions: G1 Sky Stalker (using the gimmick breaks him), BW Optimal Optimus (the back pack), G1 Powermaster Optimus Prime (the trailer hitch, the too tight guns). Sadly, I can't think of any problems with Unicron trilogy or Animated. Not to mention, so many of those have been major retail releases that have flooded the market. I've experienced a lot of factory issues with the Classic Seekers, but nothing that broke while I was playing with it.
Here's mine:
1. Black Zarak: just too expensive and too rare. I can't imagine shelling out a fortune only to open up the box and fine disintegrated plastic.
2. MP Rodimus Prime: another one I'm thankful I've never owned but the horror stories are too numerous
3. G1 Headmasters: From the arms of the Headmasters breaking off (the ball joint itself would break off) to the guns being to tight in the fists and other places.
4. G1 Metroplex: the waist on early models would easily snap, but it's required to get into city mode. And again, this was one of the most expensive regular retail releases.
5. BW Transmetal Megatron: I wish I had known about GPS when I bought both him and G2 Slingshot when I was a teenager. So many stress points with thin plastic.
Honorable Mentions: G1 Sky Stalker (using the gimmick breaks him), BW Optimal Optimus (the back pack), G1 Powermaster Optimus Prime (the trailer hitch, the too tight guns). Sadly, I can't think of any problems with Unicron trilogy or Animated. Not to mention, so many of those have been major retail releases that have flooded the market. I've experienced a lot of factory issues with the Classic Seekers, but nothing that broke while I was playing with it.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793283)
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:33pm CDT
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:33pm CDT
you forgot G1 megatron always had issue breaking at the pivot waist
most G1 autobot cars with the windshield head section
always forget the most obvious
most G1 autobot cars with the windshield head section
always forget the most obvious
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793289)
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:44pm CDT
But if I did, I wouldnt get your comments. Plus my G1 Megatron is fine. And the autobot cars are in the article at the end
Posted by william-james88 on May 28th, 2016 @ 2:44pm CDT
Ultra Markus wrote:you forgot G1 megatron always had issue breaking at the pivot waist
most G1 autobot cars with the windshield head section
always forget the most obvious
But if I did, I wouldnt get your comments. Plus my G1 Megatron is fine. And the autobot cars are in the article at the end
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793296)
Posted by Evil Eye on May 28th, 2016 @ 3:22pm CDT
Posted by Evil Eye on May 28th, 2016 @ 3:22pm CDT
Energon Shockblast. Poor, poor Shockblast and his appallingly designed waist. With a massive electronics-stuffed lump of gun for an arm and a waist that literally consists of a single, tiny hinge, attached to two extremely tight ratchets. He won't stand up in anything other than a stock still pose because he'll just slump over at the hinge, and the torque placed on the hinge from transforming him or rotating his waist will stress it until eventually the poor guy just breaks clean in half. Had his waist had a locking mechanism it would have at least eased the problem (though really that joint should have been made of die-cast).
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793307)
Posted by Broadside27 on May 28th, 2016 @ 4:14pm CDT
Posted by Broadside27 on May 28th, 2016 @ 4:14pm CDT
I remember when my RTS Wreck-Gar broke. Man did that suck. Thankfully, it broke before the other repaints were available so I knew not to buy them when they came out. Saved some money and some heartache.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793342)
Posted by MGrotusque on May 28th, 2016 @ 5:53pm CDT
Posted by MGrotusque on May 28th, 2016 @ 5:53pm CDT
I had a G2 Electro still on card and i had to open it and transform him, I just HAD to. It was a real edge of my seat high tension sweat fest transforming him and praying to anybody who would listen to not let this figure crumble in my hands while i take such a stupid risk with this gold plastic gem.
Some divine entity was listening to me that day and Electro still is in one piece. I even put him back into alt mode.
The most delicate i've every handled and they both broke on me was BeastWars Soundwave. He's all sorts of GPS scariness.
Some divine entity was listening to me that day and Electro still is in one piece. I even put him back into alt mode.
The most delicate i've every handled and they both broke on me was BeastWars Soundwave. He's all sorts of GPS scariness.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793351)
Posted by OptimusPrimeval on May 28th, 2016 @ 6:49pm CDT
Posted by OptimusPrimeval on May 28th, 2016 @ 6:49pm CDT
BW Neo Randy... That epic combination of GPS and tensed spring in the packaged beast-mode... I don't even want to disturb his box, I have a horrible feeling the plastic tray is the only thing stopping him exploding.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793355)
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 28th, 2016 @ 8:15pm CDT
ive had two megatrons break at that point the one i got when i was 8 and one that i bought years later
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 28th, 2016 @ 8:15pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Ultra Markus wrote:you forgot G1 megatron always had issue breaking at the pivot waist
most G1 autobot cars with the windshield head section
always forget the most obvious
But if I did, I wouldnt get your comments. Plus my G1 Megatron is fine. And the autobot cars are in the article at the end
ive had two megatrons break at that point the one i got when i was 8 and one that i bought years later
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793357)
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 28th, 2016 @ 8:22pm CDT
ive had two megatrons break at that point the one i got when i was 8 and one that i bought years later
oops double post
Posted by Ultra Markus on May 28th, 2016 @ 8:22pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:Ultra Markus wrote:you forgot G1 megatron always had issue breaking at the pivot waist
most G1 autobot cars with the windshield head section
always forget the most obvious
But if I did, I wouldnt get your comments. Plus my G1 Megatron is fine. And the autobot cars are in the article at the end
ive had two megatrons break at that point the one i got when i was 8 and one that i bought years later
oops double post
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793359)
Posted by Windsweeper on May 28th, 2016 @ 8:28pm CDT
Posted by Windsweeper on May 28th, 2016 @ 8:28pm CDT
Can definitely vouch for G1 Metroplex. When we were kids my brother, a friend and 2 cousins had 4 Metroplexes between them and they all broke at the waist.
I've had Device Label Tigatron, Cheetus and Ravage all have their lower jaw break. It's a pity because it's my favourite Ravage mold ever. I ended up buying a 2nd Tigatron as I loved it so much.
Cheetus broke within minutes of opening.
Is it just the Transmetal Megatron that has that problem? I have its repaint Predacon and 12 years later he's fine.
Headmaster Nebulans. My Lord Zarak and Krunk both lost arms.
I've had Device Label Tigatron, Cheetus and Ravage all have their lower jaw break. It's a pity because it's my favourite Ravage mold ever. I ended up buying a 2nd Tigatron as I loved it so much.
Cheetus broke within minutes of opening.
Is it just the Transmetal Megatron that has that problem? I have its repaint Predacon and 12 years later he's fine.
Headmaster Nebulans. My Lord Zarak and Krunk both lost arms.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793368)
Posted by Zeedust on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:22pm CDT
Mine never did that.
The entire lower leg cracked off instead.
Posted by Zeedust on May 28th, 2016 @ 9:22pm CDT
william-james88 wrote:5. Transformers Reveal The Shield Wreck-Gar
This is one of the best robot modes around and a really smart cool motorcycle transformer. Except there is one slight issue: he will break if you play with him too much! And it sucks too, it's one of the motorbike's handlebars, which then makes the sweet bike mold look totally uneven. And the added play value of having another Junkion ride the motorcycle kind of becomes moot since his bike is now inoperable. The sad fact about this breakage is that it will happen regardless of if you use it properly, just normal wear and tear will do the trick (though not transforming properly will make it happen sooner). You can't glue it back on because it is part of an automorph gimmick which also gets crushed when the handlebar breaks. So while he can still transform, your handlebar will never get back there and cant be fixed.
Mine never did that.
The entire lower leg cracked off instead.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793380)
Posted by triKlops on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:36pm CDT
That one hurts every time.
Posted by triKlops on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:36pm CDT
MGrotusque wrote:The most delicate i've every handled and they both broke on me was BeastWars Soundwave. He's all sorts of GPS scariness.
That one hurts every time.
Re: Top 5 Transformers Toys Most Likely to Break (and make you cry) (1793387)
Posted by Sabrblade on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:56pm CDT
Posted by Sabrblade on May 28th, 2016 @ 10:56pm CDT
I think omitting common victims of GPS and GPS-like syndromes would have made for a much more interesting list, as the common GPS victims kinda go without saying. The others in this list I felt were more original and creative as well as informative. Otherwise, this whole list could have been comprised of casual GPS victims.
Though, that Supreme Cheetor in that honorable mentions pic doesn't look "broken" to me. He looks more like he just has several of his pieces popped off that could easily be popped back on.
Though, that Supreme Cheetor in that honorable mentions pic doesn't look "broken" to me. He looks more like he just has several of his pieces popped off that could easily be popped back on.
