TFNation have been busy churning out the announcements to the point that we both forgot to update our own site with the latest press releases so here they all are in case you missed them.

The opening and closing times have been announced - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20Opening%20Times

A list of traders has been revealed - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20To%20Sell%20Toys with a follow-up here.

It was announced that a display of fan-made toys will be put on and everyone can enter! - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Show%20Us%20What%20You're%20Made%20Of

Cosplay Applications have been opened - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20Pretenders%20Hide,%20the%20Cosplayer%20inside

Chris McFeely's Transformers The Basics TFNation Attendee Guide episode went online - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Chris%20McFeely%20presents:%20The%20TFNation%202018%20Attendee%20Guide

The traders in The Forge have been announced - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20A%20Crafty%20Announcement

Applications to run a panel on "Fan Panel Friday" were opened - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20That%20Fantastic%20Friday%20Feeling 

A guest round-up was posted - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20Guest%20Round-up

Merchandise pre-orders opened! - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20Pre-Orders%20Now%20Open

The TFNation schedule was announced - https://tfnation.com/2018/blog/News/story/Operation:%20TFNation%202018%20Schedule

TFNation have revealed their 13th guest for their 3rd show as Lew Stringer! Lew created such Marvel UK delights as Robo-Capers and Combat Colin

TFNation 2018 takes place August 17th-19th at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole just outside of the NEC here within the UK. You can read the full press release below.

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Joining the line-up of comics guests for 2018, TFNation is pleased to announce the presence of another UK based artist – well known to fans of the original Marvel UK Transformers comics series – Lew Stringer!

Famous predominantly for his humour work, he was a stable component of the Marvel UK Transformers issues, providing a light-hearted relief to the stories in the form of two featured strips: Robo-Capers and Combat Colin (initially in the pages of Action Force, the UK incarnation of G.I. Joe, then replacing Robo-Capers in Transformers).

His very first venture onto the comics stage was Brickman, which ran from the 1970s up until 2009 in various forms. Stringer is well known in the UK for his work as an independent comics creator, but also for his work appearing in the pages of The Beano and The Dandy weekly kids’ comic magazines, alongside other licensed magazines such as Spider-Man, Epic, Lego Adventures and more. Internationally, his work has appeared in the likes of Elephantmen and Grindhouse in the US market, Herman Hedning in Sweden, and Nemi in Norway.

Thanks to his comics work as a creator, Stringer is well-versed in the history of the British comics industry and scene, and regularly offers insights, analyses, and discussions of current and past trends on his blog, Blimey! It’s Another Blog about Comics!

Lew Stringer will be attending TFNation 2018 all weekend, talking capers,silly jokes, and sketching for fans of his work, as well as discussing comics history in general!

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Tickets for TFNation 2018 are now on sale.  You can register online via Mobile, Tablet, Laptop or Desktop.  There are two payment options available, credit card (via the secure payment gateway Stripe) or Paypal.

If you have a login to the website from previous shows then you can make use of the handy Quick Book buttons which will remember your preferences from previous years.

This year there are additional options when checking out, so you can choose if you want to attend the exclusive Stan Bush concept which takes place on Saturday Night after ClubCon.

We look forward to seeing you all there.

Below you will find some photographs, vidoes and news coming out from Hascon which is taking place from today in the US.

The Full Force Podcast

The Full Force team have taken some Facebook Live videos during the VIP early bird period around the area, which is why there are not many people around, but it gives you a good idea of what is currently on display at Hascon

Hascon Map - https://www.facebook.com/TheFullForce/photos/a.906272296117055.1073741850.473210869423202/1482642608480018/?type=3

Transformers Area - https://www.facebook.com/TheFullForce/videos/1482777961799816/

G.I.Joe Display Area Video - https://www.facebook.com/TheFullForce/videos/1482757308468548/

General Floor Video - https://www.facebook.com/TheFullForce/videos/1482775168466762/

Marvel - https://www.facebook.com/TheFullForce/videos/1482805791797033/

Star Wars - https://www.facebook.com/TheFullForce/videos/1482820081795604/

Seibertron

Seibertron has a report from the Transformers panel which revealed the Power of the Prime Dinobots and their combined form Volcanicus along with Orion Pax. The images can be viewed after the jump.

TFW2005

TFW has posted some images of the toys that are on display at Hascon along with some more details from the panel.

Twitter

Check out the latest photos on Twitter here.

Instagram

Monizmischeif has taken a photograph of the upcoming Generations Autobot Jazz figure which you can view after the jump whilst garret_sander has taken a collection of photographs of the 2-up G.I.Joe figures

Transformers Panel Notes

Thanks to TF2005

Kids Toylines

• Each panelist stated their favorite Transformers toy.

Transformers Movie Line for kids

• Discussing movies toys. Showcasing Allspark Tech.
• Behind the scenes of Movie line.
• Discussing the Transformers: The Last Knight toys now.
• Hasbro worked with Takara Tomy on the TLK toys for the Armor Up Turbo Changers line.

Transformers: Robots In Disguise

• Discussing Robots In Disguise toys now. We’ll update if there’s anything new that will pop up.
• Explaining Combiner Force. Inspiration came from designers love for combiners and the Generations revival of the feature was the key.
• Lots of thought process went into RID Combiner Force. a looooong explanation.

Generations

• Prime Wars Trilogy info now.
• Micronus goes into Cloudburst decoy armor.
• New art of Optimus Primal being shown
• Lots of artwork show. We’ll upload them all.
• Dinobot Slash, Female, Legends Scale
• Deluxe Slug – G1 Accurate.
• Voyage Grimlock
• All the Dinobots look great. [Awesome!]
• History of the Dinobots.
• Dinobot Combiner name – Volcanicus
• Will have rocker ankles, New technology incorporated
• New combiner technology with better joints.
• Leader Optimus Prime now.
• Orion Pax into G1 prime. Very much like Hot Rod to Rodimus (as seen during SDCC)
• Prime’s trailer is part of bot mode now, not just cab.

Hascon 2017 Exclusives

• Talking about Hascon 2017 Exclusives now.
• Arcee first.
• Predaking teaser shown. NYTF exclusive figure.

Panel Over!!!

Q&A Time

• There will be Dinobot variants / Repaints down the line. 

In a Facebook update, Hasbro have released a video covering some of the Transformers experiences for HasCon 2017. They mention meet and greets with the teams, Stan Bush performing, Peter Cullen and Frank Welker, a Hascon exclusive (which they don't reveal), as well as confirming that there will be panels revealing the 2018 line-up.

Registrations for CybFest 2017, the unofficial Transformers fan convention held within the Pacific North West of the United States, is now live. You can register for CybFest NW — The Cybertronian Festival as an attendee or a dealer. General admission is $10 for those aged 9 or over, with concessions for 5-8 year olds being $5 and under 5s are free. For dealers and artists there are five teirs available ranging from $30 to $75. 

CybFest 2017 will be held on August 19th, 2017, at the Kent Commons Community Center in Kent, Washington. 

Hasbro have issued a series of press releases and images showing the product that they announced at the US Toy Fair. you can read the press releases below and view the products after the jump

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT 2017 PRODUCT INFORMATION

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT line features all the most iconic AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS from the film anddelivers multiple ways to play! The kid-focused Turbo Changer line gets into the action fast with quick/clever changing between modes. Our older boy/fan-focused Premier Edition line includes movie inspired details and complex conversions. We are also introducing fun ways to play including a robot RC item that celebrates the big personality of our newest friend AUTOBOT SQWEEKS as well as our new ALLSPARK TECH line that puts the power to bring life to our Transformers characters in our consumers’ hands!

New TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT products for Spring 2017 include:

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT TINY TURBO CHANGERS Assortment
(Ages 5 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $2.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The explosive TRANSFORMERS saga continues with TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT. With the fate of Earth at stake, new heroes must rise in an epic struggle to forge a future for all. Join the action with this TINY TURBO CHANGERS collection. Each figure converts in one to three easy steps! Choose from AUTOBOT and DECEPTICON characters like BUMBLEBEE, CROSSHAIRS, GRIMLOCK, HOUND, OPTIMUS PRIME, BARRICADE, AUTOBOT DRIFT, MEGATRON and AUTOBOT SQWEEKS. Each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT LEGION CLASS FIGURES Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $6.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The new TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT movie is an explosive battle featuring new heroes battling in an epic struggle to forge a future for all, and these Legion Class figures allow kids to unite with some of the powerful warriors from the movie. The 3-inch-scale figures feature classic conversion between modes, basic articulation and movieinspired detail. The TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT LEGION CLASS FIGURE assortment features a variety of Autobot heroes and Decepticon villains, including OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE, GRIMLOCK, BARRICADE, MEGATRON, CROSSHAIRS, AUTOBOT DRIFT and more. Each figure is sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT 1-STEP TURBO CHANGER FIGURES Assortment
(Ages 5 and up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2017)

Explore the action like the new TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT movie with this assortment of TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT 1-STEP TURBO CHANGER FIGURES. These new 4.25-inch scale figures allow kids to experience fast-paced action thanks to the Turbo Changer feature that allows bots to switch modes in one exciting step. The TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT 1-STEP TURBO CHANGER ASSORTMENT features a variety of Autobot heroes and Decepticon villains, such as BUMBLEBEE, OPTIMUS PRIME, BARRICADE, AUTOBOT HOUND and MEGATRON. Each figure is sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT TITAN CHANGERS Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $14.99/Available: Fall 2017)

The action in the new TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT movie is big, and this assortment of TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT TITAN CHANGERS. The big, 12-inch figures feature transitions from bot to alt mode, converting between modes in 2-5 steps. The assortment features many fan-favorite characters from the movie, including OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE and MEGATRON. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT — KNIGHT ARMOR TURBO CHANGER FIGURE Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Spring 2017)

In the TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT movie, new heroes must rise in an epic struggle to forge a future for all.  Join the action and experience the thrill of easy conversion with TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT — KNIGHT ARMOR TURBO CHANGER FIGURES. Fans can convert each 8-inch scale Knight Armor Turbo Changer figure between modes in one to four steps, and when the knight’s helmet flips over the figure’s head in robot mode, exciting Knight Armor is activated! The TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT — KNIGHT ARMOR TURBO CHANGER ASSORTMENT features a variety of fan-favorite Transformers characters, including GRIMLOCK, MEGATRON and AUTOBOT HOUND. Each figure is sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT PREMIER EDITION DELUXE CLASS FIGURE Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT PREMIER EDITION DELUXE FIGURE assortment features a lineup of highly articulated, 5.5-inch-scale figures of fan-favorite Autobot and Decepticon characters. Offering impressive detail inspired by the movie and sophisticated conversions, the TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT PREMIER EDITION DELUXE figures are the perfect way for fans to join in the epic Transformers action. Characters in this collection include BUMBLEBEE, DECEPTICON BERSERKER, DINOBOT SLASH, AUTOBOT DRIFT, AUTOBOT SQWEEKS and CROSSHAIRS. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT PREMIER EDITION VOYAGER CLASS FIGURE Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The action-packed Transformers saga continues with TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT, and the stakes have never been higher. With the fate of Earth in the balance, new heroes must rise in an epic struggle to forge a future for all, and the TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT PREMIER EDITION VOYAGER CLASS FIGURE Assortment. These Premier Edition Voyager Class figures feature complex conversions from robot to alt mode, movie accurate detail and come equipped with battle accessories. The line features some of the iconic characters from the film including GRIMLOCK, OPTIMUS PRIME and MEGATRON. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT OPTIMUS PRIME PREMIER EDITION Voice Changer Helmet
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $79.99/Available: Spring 2017)

“Autobots, we are here… and we are waiting…” These epic words from OPTIMUS PRIME have inspired millions of TRANSFORMERS fans from around the globe to join the cause and fight for the freedom of all sentient beings. Now fans can issue the AUTOBOT call to arms themselves with the TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT OPTIMUS PRIME Voice Changer Helmet. This Premier Edition helmet leads the charge as the debut collectible for TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT, allowing fans to don the helmet and change their own voice. In addition to the power commanding OPTIMUS PRIME voice feature, the helmet comes loaded with 21 button-activated TRANSFORMERS sounds and phrases using the real voice of OPTIMUS PRIME. Requires 3 AA batteries, not included. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

New TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT products for Fall 2017 include:

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT RC AUTOBOT SQWEEKS
(Ages 5 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $79.99/Available: Fall 2017)

Introducing AUTOBOT SQWEEKS, the newest TRANSFORMERS character from the forthcoming film, TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT. This small Autobot with a BIG heart rolls out to join the heroic fight to save planet Earth from the devastating Decepticons and their leader Megatron. SQWEEKS remote-controlled bot, featuring motorized motion, speech inspired by the movie and light up eyes to bring him to life. With a remote control and his giant blaster, fans will be able to instruct SQWEEKS to dance across the floor, use his blaster for battle and even talk! Requires 6 AA batteries, not included. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT ALLSPARK TECH Starter Pack Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Fall 2017)

In TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT, new evil rises for the fate of Earth. Thrust into the far reaches of space, OPTIMUS PRIME hurtles towards an enemy more fearsome than he has faced. The once incorruptible hero now contends with a force that could push him to his limits… With the TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT ALLSPARK TECH Starter Pack Assortment, fans can control the action with the ALLSPARK TECH cube. The pack includes one ALLSPARK TECH figure – insert the cube into the figure and watch and listen as it activates lights and more than 15 lights, sounds and phrases! This starter pack also comes with a USB charging cord, including what you need to launch into ALLSPARK TECH play. The Cube also powers additional ALLSPARK TECH figures. Choose from three iconic characters from the film including OPTIMUS PRIME, SHADOWSPARK OPTIMUS PRIME or SQWEEKS. Each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT ALLSPARK TECH Figure Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $14.99/Available: Fall 2017)

It is the key to our existence, the essence of life, the source of all power. It is the ALLSPARK TECH cube. Now, the power to bring TRANSFORMERS figures to life is in kids’ hands with the cube. The ALLSPARK TECH cube is only available in the ALLSPARK TECH Starter Pack (sold separately). Insert the cube into one of the figures in the TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT ALLSPARK TECH Figure Assortment, and watch and listen as the figure activates with lights and more than 15 light, sounds and phrases! In the ALLSPARK TECH Figure Assortment, fans can choose from characters from TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT including AUTOBOT DRIFT, BARRICADE, AUTOBOT HOUND and BUMBLEBEE. Each figure converts into different modes in five easy steps. Each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT MEGA 1-STEP TURBO CHANGER DRAGONSTORM Figure
(Ages 5 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $79.99/Available: Fall 2017)

As colossal powers threaten the universe, an even greater force protecting freedom soars through the sky – the mighty DRAGONSTORM. Imagine unleashing the fire-breathing, three-headed dragon from TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT with this MEGA 1-STEP TURBO CHANGER DRAGONSTORM Figure! The figure features premium detailing and awesome, movie-inspired effects including flapping wings and more than 20 sounds and phrases. Convert the figure between knight and dragon modes in one easy step. The DRAGONSTORM figure reveals hidden symbols by shining the CYBERFIRE lights located in the dragon’s mouth directly onto all 1-step Turbo Changer figures and watch the symbols emerge. Each Turbo Changer figure sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS MASTERPIECE MOVIE SERIES Figure Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $79.99 – $99.99/Available: Fall 2017)

Get in the action with one of the figures in the MASTERPIECE MOVIE SERIES assortment, including the BUMBLEBEE MPM-3 figure. Each figure is designed with eye-catching detail and intricate articulation and converts in 33 steps. Also comes with additional accessories. Available exclusively at Toys”R”Us and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT VOICE CHANGER MASK Assortment
(Ages 5 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $34.99/Available: Fall 2017)

In the explosive Transformers: The Last Knight movie, new forces rise in an epic struggle where the fate of Earth hangs in the balance. Join the action with Transformers: The Last Knight Voice Changer masks, featuring iconic character phrases and sound effects. The masks include movie-inspired detail and adjustable straps for a comfortable fit. Don the mask and imagine charging into battle with Autobot power or Decepticon force. The line features some fan-favorite characters including BUMBLEBEE and MEGATRON. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT PREMIER EDITION LEADER CLASS Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $49.99/Available: Fall 2017)

The explosive TRANSFORMERS saga continues with TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT. With the fate of Earth at stake, new heroes must rise in an epic struggle to forge a future for all. Now the action is available at an even bigger scale for fans and collectors alike with Transformers: The Last Knight Premier Edition Leader Class figures. These figures stand at a 9-inch-scale with premium detail and intricate articulation. They feature movie-inspired accessories and come packed in eye-catching packaging. Premier Edition lineups include iconic movie characters featured in the movies so fans can join in the Transformers excitement. The line features iconic characters from the film including OPTIMUS PRIME and MEGATRON. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS 2017 PRODUCT INFORMATION

Hasbro’s TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS line of converting action figures features characters and expressions from throughout the more than 30 years of the TRANSFORMERS brand. In 2017, the epic PRIME WARS TRILOGY continues with the second chapter, TITANS RETURN!

The TRANSFORMERS battle explodes into uncharted territory when the TITANS RETURN! To control an ancient race of giant, city-sized warriors—Titans—the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS must harness the power of TITAN MASTERS, smaller bots that give bigger bots enhanced abilities in battle. Each TITAN MASTER figure can become the head for Deluxe Class, Voyager Class, or Leader Class TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS: TITANS RETURN figures. Plus, Leader Class and Titan Class figures can convert to city mode to serve as a base for TITAN MASTER figures!

The 2017 TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS line from Hasbro features the following products:

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN LEADER Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $44.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The TRANSFORMERS battle explodes into uncharted territory when the TITANS RETURN! To control an ancient race of giant, city-sized warriors—Titans—the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS must harness the power of TITAN MASTERS, smaller bots that give bigger bots enhanced abilities in battle. Each TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN Leader Class figure comes with a TITAN MASTER figure that becomes the head of the Leader figure. When the Leader Class figure is in vehicle mode, the TITAN MASTER figure rides inside. Each TITAN MASTER figure can become the head for Deluxe Class, Voyager Class, or Leader Class TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN figures (each sold separately). Each Leader Class figure features three modes and converts between robot, vehicle, and battle station. Battle stations can connect with Titan Class figures like FORTRESS MAXIMUS and TRYPTICON (each sold separately), to form a giant TRANSFORMERS City. Choose from DECEPTICON characters SIX SHOT and SKY SHADOW. Also includes individual accessories and collectible character card. Additional figures are each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN VOYAGER Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The TRANSFORMERS battle explodes into uncharted territory when the TITANS RETURN! To control an ancient race of giant, city-sized warriors—Titans—the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS must harness the power of TITAN MASTERS, smaller bots that give bigger bots enhanced abilities in battle. Each 7-inch scale TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN Voyager Class figure converts into 3 different modes. Each TRIPLE CHANGER figure comes with a TITAN MASTER figure that becomes the head of the Voyager Class figure. When the Voyager Class figure is in either vehicle mode, the TITAN MASTER figure rides inside. Each TITAN MASTER figure can become the head for Deluxe Class, Voyager Class, or Leader Class TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN figures (each sold separately). Fans can choose from AUTOBOT and DECEPTICON characters like OPTIMUS PRIME, MEGATRON and BROADSIDE, unite them with other TITAN MASTER figures, and imagine they’re powering up for battle! Also includes individual accessories and collectible character card. Additional figures are each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN DELUXE Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $16.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The TRANSFORMERS battle explodes into uncharted territory when the TITANS RETURN! To control an ancient race of giant, city-sized warriors—Titans—the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS must harness the power of TITAN MASTERS, smaller bots that give bigger bots enhanced abilities in battle. Each TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN Deluxe Class figure comes with a TITAN MASTER figure that becomes the head of Deluxe Class figure. When the Deluxe  Class figure is in vehicle mode, the TITAN MASTER figure rides inside. Each TITAN MASTER figure can become the head for Deluxe Class, Voyager Class, or Leader Class TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN figures (each sold separately). Fans can choose from AUTOBOT and DECEPTICON characters like HOT ROD, PERCEPTOR and TRIGGERHAPPY, unite them with other TITAN MASTER figures, and imagine they’re powering up for battle! Also includes individual accessories and collectible character card. Additional figures are each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN LEGENDS Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The TRANSFORMERS battle explodes into uncharted territory when the TITANS RETURN! To control an ancient race of giant, city-sized warriors—Titans—the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS must harness the power of Titan Masters, smaller bots that give bigger bots enhanced abilities in battle. TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN Legends Class figures deliver exciting conversions in a smaller scale. The TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN Legends Class figures convert from robot to vehicle or beast. In the alt modes, TITAN MASTER figures can ride inside. Fans can choose from AUTOBOT and DECEPTICON characters like BUMBLEBEE, GNAW, and KICKBACK. Additional figures are each sold separately. Also includes a collectible character card. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN TITAN MASTERS Assortment
(Ages 8 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $4.99/Available: Spring 2017)

The TRANSFORMERS battle explodes into uncharted territory when the TITANS RETURN! To control an ancient race of giant, city-sized warriors—Titans—the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS must harness the power of TITAN MASTERS, smaller bots that give bigger bots enhanced abilities in battle. TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN TITAN MASTER figure can become the head for Deluxe Class, Voyager Class or Leader Class TITANS RETURN figures. Fans can choose from AUTOBOT and DECEPTICON TITAN MASTER characters like AUTOBOT PTERO and DECEPTICON FANGRY, unite them with other figures, and imagine they’re powering up for battle! Each TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN TITAN MASTER figure converts from robot to head mode and back in one step and comes with a mini vehicle or mini beast that converts to a weapon for Deluxe, Voyager or Leader Class figures. Additional figures are each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS ALT-MODES Assortment
(Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $5.99/Available: Spring 2017)

Each collectable pocket-sized TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS ALT-MODES figure is based on an iconic TRANSFORMERS character and features a quick one-step pull-tab conversion from robot to vehicle and back. Each figure comes in a box so fans will be surprised to discover which character they get! Characters to be released in 2017 include AUTOBOT HOUND, SIDESWIPE, and BLUESTREAK, each sold separately. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS TITANS RETURN TRYPTICON Action Figure
(Ages 8 & up/Approx. Retail Price: $149.99/Available: Fall 2017)

The TRANSFORMERS battle explodes into uncharted territory when the TITANS RETURN! To control an ancient race of giant, city-sized warriors—Titans—the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS must harness the power of TITAN MASTERS, smaller bots that give bigger bots enhanced abilities in battle. The ultimate DECEPTICON weapon is joining the TITANS RETURN battle! Imagine TRYPTICON will destroy everything and devour everyone in his path. The Titan Class TRYPTICON figure is the largest figure in the 2017 TITANS RETURN universe. The towering T-Rex converts between 3 different modes: dino, spaceship, and city. When the figure is in city mode, it connects to TITANS RETURN Leader Class figures (each sold separately) to form the giant NEMESIS COMMAND. When the figure is in T-Rex mode, it can “eat” TITAN MASTER figures: TRYPTICON can chomp them down, then kids can open his stomach to get them out. Comes with a Deluxe Class FULL-TILT figure and a TITAN MASTER DECEPTICON NECRO figure. Additional TITAN MASTER figures are each sold separately, but with so many to collect, the TITANS RETURN battlefield is a veritable all-you-can-eat bot buffet for TRYPTICON. FULL-TILT figure attaches to the TRYPTICON figure’s chest. TITAN MASTER figure becomes the head for the FULL-TILT figure and works with TITANS RETURN Deluxe, Voyager, and Leader Class figures (each sold separately). Also features a storage compartment in the figure’s tail. Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE 2017 PRODUCT INFORMATION

Hasbro’s TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE line features fun play patterns and a fresh new style, based on the hit animated series TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE.

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE, returning for its third season in Spring 2017, will be COMBINER FORCE themed, with the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS taking the battle between good and evil to new heights with the introduction of COMBINERS – teams of Transformers who combine forces to create larger, more powerful bots. BUMBLEBEE and the AUTOBOT team must learn how to fight the DECEPTICONS when combined with one another and truly work as one!

New for Spring 2017, favorite Transformers are truly ‘more than meets the eye’ with the addition of new CRASH COMBINER and ACTIVATOR COMBINER figures. Slam together the CRASH COMBINER figures to form a new bot and partner up ACTIVATOR COMBINER figures to create a bot and imagine new, enhanced abilities. Then in Fall 2017, can create bigger, more powerful characters with the TEAM COMBINER figures. Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE mobile game and scan each figure into the app. Each figure is imprinted with a scannable shield that when scanned into the app unlocks that character for battle action!

New TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE products for Spring 2017 include:

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE CRASH COMBINER Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $14.99/Available: Spring 2017)

What happens when kids crash and combine forces with 2 characters in the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE animated series? They get a 2-bot CRASH COMBINER figure! Kids can combine forces with each new CRASH COMBINER figure in one easy step to get right into the action and imagine powering up for battle. Crash these figures with other CRASH COMBINER figures to form different 2-bot combinations (additional figures are each sold separately). Kids can choose to crash and combine forces with BUMBLEBEE and SIDESWIPE to create BEESIDE or OPTIMUS PRIME and STRONGARM to create PRIMESTRONG. Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE app to your digital device, then scan the shields on the figure to unlock a character! Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE ACTIVATOR COMBINER Figure Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Spring 2017)

Kids can power up their favorite bots with the new ACTIVATOR COMBINER figures, based on the hit TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE animated series! By combining the ACTIVATOR COMBINER figures, fans can activate awesome popout battle modes, including combining BUMBLEBEE and STUNTWING to activate flight mode or STRONGARM and TRICKOUT to activate a super power boost. Activate these figures with other ACTIVATOR COMBINER figures (additional figures are each sold separately). Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE app to your digital device, then scan the shields on the figure to unlock a character! Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE LEGION CLASS Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $5.99/Available: Spring 2017)

In the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE Combiner Force animated series, Bumblebee and his heroic team of AUTOBOTS must unlock the secrets of combination to combat DECEPTICONS that are bigger and badder than they have faced before. Fans can now join the action by combining forces with TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE LEGION CLASS FIGURES, smaller-scale figures that feature classic TRANSFORMERS conversion. Each 3-inch figure converts from robot to alternate mode and back in less than 10 steps. With a variety of characters to choose from, fans can bring home and collect some of their favorite characters from the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE animated series. Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE app to your digital device, then scan the shields on the figure to unlock a token! Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.
TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE 1-STEP CHANGERS Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $9.99/Available: Spring 2017)

In the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE Combiner Force animated series, Bumblebee and his heroic team of AUTOBOTS must unlock the secrets of combination to become more powerful robots combat DECEPTICONS that are bigger and badder than they have faced before. Join Bumblebee and his team to help them chase down DECEPTICONS with these figures that change between modes in 1 quick step! TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE 1-STEP CHANGERS let fans experience the “Wow!” of simple conversion with some of kids favorite TRANSFORMERS characters. Each figure converts from robot to alternate mode in 1 quick step. Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE app to your digital device, then scan the shields on the figure to unlock a token! Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE 3-STEP CHANGERS Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Spring 2017)

In the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE Combiner Force animated series, Bumblebee and his heroic team of AUTOBOTS must unlock the secrets of combination to become more powerful robots and battle DECEPTICONS that are bigger and badder than they have faced before. Join Bumblebee and his team and help them chase down DECEPTICONS with these figures that change between modes in 3 smooth steps! TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE 3-STEP CHANGERS let kids experience some of their favorite Transformers character’s conversion. Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE app to your digital device, then scan the shields on the figure to unlock a token! Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE WARRIOR CLASS Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $14.99/Available: Spring 2017)

In the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE Combiner Force animated series, Bumblebee and his heroic team of AUTOBOTS must unlock the secrets of combination to become more powerful robots and battle DECEPTICONS that are bigger and badder than they have faced before. These TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE WARRIORS Class figures allow fans to join Bumblebee and his team and help them chase down DECEPTICONS! WARRIORS Class figures are larger-scale figures that feature classic Transformers conversion and awesome weapon accessories. Each figure converts between robot and alternate mode and back in fewer than 10 steps. Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE app to your digital device, then scan the shields on the figure to unlock a token! Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

New TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE products for Fall 2017 include:

TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE COMBINER FORCE TEAM COMBINERS Assortment
(Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $29.99/Available: Fall 2017)

Unleash the power of an entire team of Transformers figures at once when kids combine them together to build one giant robot figure! Based on the hit TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE animated series, TEAM COMBINER packs let kids combine multiple figures together to create an even more invincible, super-robot figure! Choose to combine Bumblebee’s core AUTOBOT team to form ULTRA BEE TEAM COMBINER or combine DECEPTICON figures to form MENASOR TEAM COMBINER or GALVATRONUS TEAM COMBINER. The universal joint system means each figure works with other TEAM COMBINER figures or CRASH COMBINER figures, so kids can build their own Combiner robot! Download the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE app to your digital device, then scan the shields on the figure to unlock a character! Available at most major retailers and on HasbroToyShop.com.

Hasbro Showcases the World’s Best Play and Entertainment Experiences at the 2017 American International Toy Fair

Company Unveils New Product and Entertainment from TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY, HANAZUKI, NERF, PLAY-DOH, HASBRO GAMING and More

PAWTUCKET, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) will debut its 2017 portfolio of play and entertainment experiences at the American International Toy Fair in New York City.

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On June 23, 2017 Michael Bay and Mark Wahlberg will return to the Transformers film series for TRANSFORMERS: THE LAST KNIGHT, the latest installment of Paramount’s Blockbuster film franchise. Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLA6cpLwr6A

 

“2017 is a landmark year for Hasbro, as we’re delivering record innovation, and telling more stories than ever within our brands across toy, game, entertainment and digital experiences,” said John Frascotti, President, Hasbro, Inc. “In addition to releasing two major motion pictures inspired by our globally popular brands, TRANSFORMERS and MY LITTLE PONY, we’re adding exciting innovation into our NERF and HASBRO GAMING brands, as well as introducing entirely new brands such as HANAZUKI to our fans and families around the world.”

Visit newsroom.hasbro.com to view Hasbro’s 2017 Toy Fair Media Kit.

ABOUT HASBRO

Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to Creating the World’s Best Play Experiences. From toys and games to television, movies, digital gaming and consumer products, Hasbro offers a variety of ways for audiences to experience its iconic brands, including NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, LITTLEST PET SHOP and MAGIC: THE GATHERING, as well as premier partner brands. The Company’s Hasbro Studios and its film label, Allspark Pictures, are building its brands globally through great storytelling and content on all screens. Through its commitment to corporate social responsibility and philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to make the world a better place for children and their families. Learn more at www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews) and Instagram (@Hasbro).

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TFNation have announced another guest for their upcoming convention which takes place from 11th August 2017 until 13th August 2017 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole hotel in Birmingham England.

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With IDW’s universe of Transformers comics going from strength to strength, the depth of talent involved in creating them grows ever greater and now we at TFNation are pleased to bring more of that greatness to you, in the form of Kei Zama, returning for our second year.

Starting with her series of covers for IDW’s Transformer line in September 2015, Kei-sensei has rapidly gained a large fan following, due to her mean and gritty artistic style, as well as her stunning commission work. Following on from her cover work, she is now bringing the continuing adventures of Optimus Prime to life (along with writer John Barber and colourist Josh Burcham) in his current titular series.

Outside of Transformers, Kei-sensei made her Marvel comics art debut with last year’s Scarlet Witch #10, has provided art for Sparklight comics, as well as covers for IDW’s Atomic Robo, and recently achieved a personal dream in working on an ABC Warriors-related piece for Fleetway/2000ad. Her Blackblood-themed story (written by the mighty Patt Mills) is set to show off her undeniable talent for monochrome imagery and prove a perfect fit for the tone of this title.

We advise all our attendees to keep an eye on Kei-sensei’s blog http://steelandstarlight.com/ for details of her commission list, as the event draws closer.

Kei Zama will be signing autographs, discussing classic British rock bands and selling artwork (including her highly-prized sketchbooks) at TFNation 2017 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel. We look forward to seeing you there!

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A quick reminder really for those looking to attendee Roll Out Roll Call the UK convention dedicated to both Transformers and G.I.Joe that the show will take place this coming weekend starting at 8pm on Friday night. The event is located at the Radisson Blu Edwardian at London Heathrow and will see various Botcon and JoeCon exclusives being made available officially within the UK, including items that sold out at Botcon!

Check out the facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RollOutRollCall/ for more as well as the official website at www.rolloutrollcall.com

Cybertron Con returns to at the end of July.  The event is being held at the Shanghaimart Expo from July 29th to the 31st in China with the lineup of guests scheduled to attend including Sara Pitre-Doucher, Shogo Hasui, Alex Milne, Hisashi Yuki, and Peter Cullen. There are also going to be displays featuring Transformers toys from G1 to Titans Return, panels, art displays and contests, a gaming area, a party for guests, panels of course, and a mystery statue said to be life-size.

Details on tickets can be found here (English version here)

TFNation have announced yet another guest in the form of legendary UK Transformers artist Geoff Senior!  Geoff worked on Marvel G1 and G2 series as well as Action Force, Dr Who as well as co-creating both Dragons Claws and Deaths Head with Simon Furman. Geoff's latest Transformers work was on Re-Generation One with some of his other credits including Zoids, Dark Angel, 2000ad and Judge Dredd: Lawman of the Future

TFNation takes place from August 19th until August 21st in Birmingham England.

Long time friend of the website Nic "Duckstar" Hughes tweeted out an image of the letter confirming that this year is the last official Botcon Transformers convention. This is the first official statement put out by Hasbro since their decision to expire Fun Publications license between October and December of last year.  Our sources within Hasbro tell us that plans are being made for future celebrations but that is is very much early days and that nothing is finalised.  

It remains to be seen as to whether Fun Publications decide to carry on running a non-official Botcon convention or whether they will simple leave the space rather than compete more directly with other unlicensed shows.

It's official #botcon2016 is the last Botcon in its current format. pic.twitter.com/YDJm2YMd4C

— Nic Hughes (@duck_star) April 7, 2016

TFCon have announced that Frank Welker shall be attending the non-official Transformers convention on the Saturday only with tickets prices being announced at a future time. Much like with Botcon it is expected that it will cost extra to see Frank so stay tuned for more as it's announced.

TFNation have announced another guest for their first Transformers convention as Simon Furman!

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We are honoured to announce that Simon Furman, one of the most significant contributors to Transformers and its rich mythos, will be joining us for our inaugural convention! 

It really does feel right for somebody who has worked so hard from the Cybertronian's earliest days be here with us to celebrate the bold new era of TFNation. 

We would keep you here all day if we were to list Simon's complete Transformers credits. Much of his work comprises the bedrock of the comics, animation and films we all enjoy today. Simon's writing has stood the test of time and his work is still held in high regard today. He has worked for the successive publishers Marvel, Dreamwave and IDW.

Simon has also lent his comic talents to many other titles including Scream, Thundercats, Alpha Flight, Doctor Who, as well as co-creating Dragon's Claws and of course a certain Freelance Peacekeeping Agent who Marvel keep teasing may return...

In addition to his writing, Simon also served as an editor for Marvel UK and Titan Books.

Away from comics, Simon has been involved in the world of animation from Beast Wars, X-Men: Evolution, Dan Dare to most recently serving as both Head Writer and Script Editor for CITV's The Matt Hatter Chronicles.

Over the course of the weekend, you will have the opportunity to hear more about this storied career from the man himself and in much greater detail.

To keep up with Simon's current work, he maintains a blog over at:
https://simonfurman.wordpress.com

Simon will be signing autographs and selling comics and script packs from Friday 19th until Sunday 21st August 2016 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel at TFNation 2016. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Botcon posted a new preview video yesterday featuring David Kaye which ends with a suprise reveal image of Megatron in what clearly is a recolour of the 2001 Transformers Robots In Disguise Megatron (Car Robots Gigatron) figure. You can watch the video below.

The Transmetal 2 coloured Megatron based on the RiD Megatron figure is a concept that was designed by 3H and never used. You can view a drawing of those designs below.