Hasbro - NYCC 2024: Hasbro Hasbro Unveils an Exciting Future for Transformers with New Collaborations and Collectibles

By Mulder, 18 october 2024

New York Comic Con (NYCC) 2024 once again delivered a spectacular experience for fans of pop culture, and Hasbro took center stage with a thrilling array of announcements. Among the most eagerly awaited were the new additions to their Transformers line, which included everything from iconic movie characters to collaborative mash-ups with other beloved franchises. These reveals, packed with nostalgia, innovation, and cutting-edge design, left Transformers fans buzzing with excitement.

Hasbro’s Transformers Studio Series has long been known for its screen-accurate depictions of fan-favorite characters, and NYCC 2024 brought exciting new additions to the line. One of the most anticipated figures revealed was the Studio Series Leader Class The Transformers: The Movie 86-31 Galvatron. This 8.5-inch figure, inspired by the classic 1986 Transformers movie, captures the fearsome presence of Galvatron with an impressive transformation process that allows it to switch between robot and galactic cannon modes in 33 steps. With articulated heads, arms, and legs, and detailed accessories including three cannons and the Matrix of Leadership, this figure is perfect for dynamic action poses and display. Fans can pre-order this collector’s piece starting October 22, with an expected release in Spring 2025.

Hasbro also delighted fans with several new figures from Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and War for Cybertron, showing their commitment to both classic and modern iterations of the Transformers universe. One standout reveal was the Studio Series Deluxe Class Rise of the Beasts 115 Double Punch. This 4.5-inch figure offers the exciting ability to transform between robot and scorpion modes in 20 steps, making it a perfect addition for collectors and younger fans alike. Featuring articulated limbs and a removable Volcano Showdown backdrop, this figure is not only a tribute to the latest Transformers film but also a dynamic piece for display. Like other releases, pre-orders open on October 22, with a Spring 2025 release.

Another addition that caught fans' attention was the Studio Series Voyager Class War for Cybertron 11 Skywarp. This 6.5-inch figure, inspired by the War for Cybertron video game, boasts a stunning transformation between robot and jet modes in 29 steps. With blaster accessories that attach in both modes and a Reactivate the Bridge backdrop, this figure adds depth to any Transformers collection, while paying homage to the beloved video game series. The Skywarp figure will also be available for pre-order on October 22.

Fans of Transformers: Dark of the Moon were treated to the announcement of the Studio Series Deluxe Class Dark of the Moon 94 Decepticon Hatchet. This 4.5-inch figure brings one of the lesser-known but still iconic Decepticon characters to life, with an intricate transformation between robot and vehicle modes in 19 steps. Its highly articulated head, arms, and legs make for dynamic action poses, and the figure includes a detailed accessory that attaches in both modes. Like other Studio Series releases, Decepticon Hatchet comes with a unique backdrop scene – in this case, the High-Speed Chase scene – allowing fans to recreate moments from the film. This figure will also hit shelves in Spring 2025, with pre-orders opening on October 22.

Hasbro’s Transformers line has always been “More Than Meets the Eye,” and this year’s NYCC panel pushed the boundaries of what fans could expect with new collaborative mash-ups. One of the biggest surprises came with the Transformers Collaborative Star Wars: The Mandalorian N-1 Starfighter. This 7.5-inch figure merges the Star Wars galaxy with Transformers magic, converting from character mode to N-1 Starfighter alt mode in an impressive 37-step process. With six blast effects, two blasters, a shield, and a cape that converts into a display stand, this figure brings the world of The Mandalorian to life in a way fans of both franchises will appreciate. Pre-orders for this Walmart-exclusive collaboration started on October 17, with an expected release in Spring 2025.

In another unexpected but welcome crossover, Hasbro announced the Transformers Collaborative Naruto Shippuden mash-up pack, which features Kurama and Gamakichi from the popular anime series Naruto Shippuden. In this mash-up, Kurama, the nine-tailed fox, transforms between robot and his iconic fox mode in 14 steps, while Gamakichi, the toad, switches from robot to toad mode in 12 steps. Each figure comes equipped with anime-inspired accessories, including kunai, chakra plates, and more. This collaboration highlights Hasbro’s creative approach to combining fan-favorite properties, and pre-orders for the Naruto Shippuden mash-up started on October 10 across various retailers.

The Transformers franchise remains one of Hasbro's most cherished and enduring properties, and their NYCC 2024 panel demonstrated that the company has no intention of slowing down. With new releases spanning across movies, video games, and collaborative efforts with other beloved franchises, Hasbro continues to push the envelope in toy design and storytelling. From the nostalgia-fueled Studio Series figures that celebrate Transformers history to innovative crossovers that bring new fans into the fold, the future of Transformers looks brighter than ever.

As pre-orders open and fans eagerly await the arrival of these new collectibles in Spring 2025, Hasbro once again proves why it is a leader in the toy industry. With a perfect blend of nostalgia, innovation, and craftsmanship, the company continues to captivate both long-time collectors and new generations of fans, keeping the Transformers universe alive and thriving.

This year's NYCC reveals underscore Hasbro's commitment to delivering high-quality products that excite and inspire, and fans can expect even more thrilling surprises as the Transformers franchise evolves in the years to come.

Transformers
TF Collaborative SW The Mandalorian N-1 Starfighter
TF Studio Series Deluxe Class TF Dark of the Moon 94 Decepticon Hatchet
TF Studio Series Deluxe Class TF Rise of the Beasts 115 Double Punch
TF Studio Series Leader Class TF The Movie 86-31 Galvatron
TF Studio Series Voyager Class TF War for Cybertron 11 Skywarp
Transformers Collaborative Naruto Shippuden

(Source : press release)