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The Transformers franchise spans new and reissued toys, a 4K theatrical re-release of the 1986 film, and the recent death of Optimus Prime voice actor Peter Cullen. Multiple Takara Tomy toy lines, including Studio Series, MPG, and Wild King W, are in active production with releases scheduled through early 2027.
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Sep 1
The Transformers brand is in a period of active expansion across multiple toy lines and a major theatrical event. Takara Tomy has announced several new figures in the Studio Series, including TS-37 Starscream and TS-38 Prowl from the MTMTE Collection, both set for late December 2026, followed by TS-39 Scourge and TS-40 Blitzwing in late January 2027. The MPG line has also grown, with MPG-24 Eject & Amhorn and MPG-25 Blaster & Steeljaw connecting to the previously released Soundwave figure, and MPG-26 Destron Rhinox recreating a specific Beast Wars episode moment.
The toy slate also includes new and reissued collaborations. The Wild King W line adds Hydrophant Lightning ver. and Gaianuckle, both Energy Beast figures releasing September 26, 2026. threezero's MDLX line introduces a purple G2 Heroes Combat Megatron, inspired by the 1994 G2 toy, with pre-orders open and a release scheduled for October 31, 2026. Takara Tomy is also reissuing the Back to the Future Gigawatt figure in a 40th anniversary package, with a late December 2026 release.
On the film side, Fathom Events and Hasbro announced a 4K re-release of the 1986 film The Transformers: The Movie in U.S. and U.K. theaters on September 17, featuring a never-before-seen post-credits chapter. This marks the first new footage added to the film in decades. The franchise also lost a key figure: Peter Cullen, the voice of Optimus Prime, died at age 85, leaving a legacy across animated series, films, and live-action movies.
Key facts
- Peter Cullen death
- Peter Cullen, voice of Optimus Prime, died at 85 at his home in Los Angeles. ↗
- 4K re-release date
- The Transformers: The Movie 4K re-release hits U.S. and U.K. theaters on September 17, with a new post-credits chapter. ↗
- Studio Series additions
- TS-37 Starscream and TS-38 Prowl MTMTE Collection release late December 2026; TS-39 Scourge and TS-40 Blitzwing ship late January 2027. ↗
- MPG line expansions
- MPG-24 Eject & Amhorn (late February 2027), MPG-25 Blaster & Steeljaw (late March 2027), and MPG-26 Destron Rhinox (late March 2027) were announced. ↗
- Wild King W figures
- Hydrophant Lightning ver. and Gaianuckle release September 26, 2026, priced at 2,750 yen each. ↗
- threezero MDLX Megatron
- Transformers MDLX G2 Heroes Combat Megatron, a purple figure inspired by the 1994 G2 toy, releases October 31, 2026, for 19,580 yen. ↗
- Gigawatt reissue
- Takara Tomy reissues the Back to the Future Gigawatt figure in a 40th anniversary package, releasing late December 2026 for 6,600 yen. ↗
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12h ago
Takara Tomy announced seven new figures for its Transformers Age of the Primes (AOTP) line, scheduled for release in late February 2027, with pre-orders opening on September 9, 2026. The line centers on the Thirteen Primes, the originators of the Transformers. Among the new items are two large figures: AOTP-46 Jetfire (Armada Universe), a space shuttle that includes three Minicons (Astroscope, Sky Blast, and Payload) that combine into the Astro Blaster weapon, and AOTP-47 Optimus Prime (Armada Universe), a tractor-trailer whose container transforms into a battle station base and can link up for a Super Mode. Both figures can combine with each other and are priced at 17,600 yen each. The wave also includes smaller figures: AOTP-48 Fangry, a Decepticon Headmaster priced at 4,950 yen; AOTP-49 Blurr with Targetmaster Peacemaker at 4,950 yen; AOTP-50 Autobot Joyride with partner Hotwire at 4,950 yen; and AOTP-51 Tailgate at 4,950 yen. The wave caps with AOTP-52 Sentinel Prime, a Cybertronian tank figure with Conduit accessory, priced at 12,100 yen.
Aug 28
Peter Cullen, the voice actor best known as Optimus Prime in the Transformers franchise, died on Wednesday at his home in Los Angeles, according to his agent. He was 85. Cullen also voiced characters in Voltron, Winnie the Pooh, Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, and the narrator in the anime IGPX.
Aug 8
threezero announced Transformers MDLX G2 Heroes Combat Megatron, a purple-colored figure inspired by the 1994 G2 toy line. It stands about 18cm tall, has roughly 45 points of articulation, and includes a fusion cannon, back cannon, four interchangeable wrist parts, and a decal sheet. Pre-orders are open on Amazon.co.jp for 19,580 yen, with release scheduled for October 31, 2026.
Aug 8
Takara Tomy is taking pre-orders for two Transformers Wild King W Energy Beast figures on Amazon Japan. Hydrophant Lightning ver. is an elephant-type Transformer with Lightning Energy, while Gaianuckle is a pachycephalosaurus-type with Ground Energy. Both transform from robot to beast and can combine with separately sold Energy Masters. Each is priced at 2,750 yen and releases on September 26, 2026.
Aug 8
Takara Tomy announced MPG-26 Destron Rhinox, a figure of Rhinox as converted by the Destron device in Beast Wars episode 16. The figure includes a red head, two gatling hammers, a sword, and a beast mask. Preorders open August 5, 2026, with release in late March 2027.
Aug 8
Takara Tomy announced TS-39 Scourge and TS-40 Blitzwing for its Transformers Studio Series. Scourge, from Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, transforms into a lumber truck and includes a weapon. Blitzwing is a triple-changer with tank and jet modes, plus gun, sword, and big-hand weapon parts. Both cost 9,900 yen and ship in late January 2027.
Jul 27
Fathom Events and Hasbro announced a 4K re-release of the 1986 film The Transformers: The Movie in U.S. and U.K. theaters on September 17, featuring a never-before-seen cinematic chapter after the credits. Tickets go on sale August 7, with additional international markets planned.
Jul 7
Takara Tomy is reissuing the Back to the Future collaboration Transformers figure Gigawatt in a 40th anniversary package. The figure transforms from the DeLorean time machine into a robot mode modeled after Doc Brown's face. Pre-orders open July 8, 2026, for a late December 2026 release at 6,600 yen.
Jul 7
Takara Tomy announced two new sets for the Transformers MPG toy line: MPG-24 Eject & Amhorn, releasing in late February 2027, and MPG-25 Blaster & Steeljaw, releasing in late March 2027. Both sets include fully transformable figures and accessories based on the classic anime series.
Jul 7
Takara Tomy announced two new figures in the Transformers Studio Series: TS-37 Starscream MTMTE Collection and TS-38 Prowl MTMTE Collection. Both are fully transformable figures based on the film series, set for release in late December 2026. Pre-orders open July 8, 2026.