Transformers: Generations
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Transformers: Generations is a 2010 toy line by Hasbro
. Much like the preceding Universe toy line, Generations covers different eras of Transformers; here, the toys are based upon characters from Generation 1 and the video game Transformers: War for Cybertron
, as well as the Transformers comics by IDW Publishing
. The figures consist of new molds as well as redecos of ones originally used in the Classics and Universe lines. These Deluxe Class figures stand at about 5.5 to 6 inches tall and feature intermediate to moderate transformation levels.
The first wave of figures was released on July 2010. At the 2010 Cybertron Con in Shanghai
, China
, photos of upcoming figures set for release on Spring 2011 were unveiled.
Transformers: Reveal the Shield=
Transformers: Reveal the Shield is a 2010-2011 expansion of the Generations line that also includes figures from or inspired by the live-action film series
. The sub-line gets its name from the heat-activated silver sticker on each figure that reveals an Autobot or Decepticon insignia when rubbed. Over half of the Scout Class figures were canceled before production.
Transformers: United=
Transformers: United is the Japanese release of the Generations and Reveal the Shield figures by Takara Tomy
. All figures in this line are metallic redecos of the Hasbro versions. The line ends on March 2011 with G2 Optimus Prime and eHobby exclusive three-packs.
Hasbro
Hasbro is a multinational toy and boardgame company from the United States of America. It is one of the largest toy makers in the world. The corporate headquarters is located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, United States...
. Much like the preceding Universe toy line, Generations covers different eras of Transformers; here, the toys are based upon characters from Generation 1 and the video game Transformers: War for Cybertron
Transformers: War for Cybertron
Transformers: War for Cybertron is a third-person shooter video game developed by High Moon Studios and published by Activision. It was released in North America on June 22, 2010 and in PAL regions on June 25, 2010 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC. Two portable versions were released for the...
, as well as the Transformers comics by IDW Publishing
IDW Publishing
IDW Publishing, also known as Idea + Design Works, LLC and IDW, is an American publisher of comic books and comic strip collections. The company was founded in 1999 and has been awarded the title "Publisher of the Year Under 5% Market Share" for the years 2004, 2005 and 2006 by Diamond Comic...
. The figures consist of new molds as well as redecos of ones originally used in the Classics and Universe lines. These Deluxe Class figures stand at about 5.5 to 6 inches tall and feature intermediate to moderate transformation levels.
The first wave of figures was released on July 2010. At the 2010 Cybertron Con in Shanghai
Shanghai
Shanghai is the largest city by population in China and the largest city proper in the world. It is one of the four province-level municipalities in the People's Republic of China, with a total population of over 23 million as of 2010...
, China
People's Republic of China
China , officially the People's Republic of China , is the most populous country in the world, with over 1.3 billion citizens. Located in East Asia, the country covers approximately 9.6 million square kilometres...
, photos of upcoming figures set for release on Spring 2011 were unveiled.
Deluxe Class
- BlurrBlurrBlurr is the name given to five different fictional characters in the Transformers universes. He frequently appears as a blue Autobot who transforms into a swift car...
(Autobot; Sports carSports carA sports car is a small, usually two seat, two door automobile designed for high speed driving and maneuverability....
) - Blue redeco of Drift with a different head sculpt and guns in place of Drift's swords. Based on the IDW comics design. - Cybertronian Bumblebee (Autobot; Cybertronian car) - From Transformers: War for CybertronTransformers: War for CybertronTransformers: War for Cybertron is a third-person shooter video game developed by High Moon Studios and published by Activision. It was released in North America on June 22, 2010 and in PAL regions on June 25, 2010 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC. Two portable versions were released for the...
. - Cybertronian Cliffjumper (Autobot; Cybertronian car) - Red redeco of Bumblebee with a different head sculpt.
- DarkmountStraxusLord Straxus is a fictional character from the Transformers series. A toy based on his Marvel comic appearance was released in 2010 under the name Darkmount.-Marvel Comics:Straxus was the Decepticon governor of a province of Cybertron known as Polyhex...
(Decepticon; Half-trackHalf-trackA half-track is a civilian or military vehicle with regular wheels on the front for steering, and caterpillar tracks on the back to propel the vehicle and carry most of the load. The purpose of this combination is to produce a vehicle with the cross-country capabilities of a tank and the handling...
) - Based on the character Straxus. - DirgeDirge (Transformers)Dirge is the name of several different fictional characters from the Transformers series. He was first introduced in 1985 as a villain in the Transformers series, appearing in the comic book by Marvel Comics and voiced by Bud Davis in the animated television series. Since then the name Dirge was...
(Decepticon; Modified McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle) - Blue redeco of Classics RamjetRamjet (Transformers)Ramjet is the name of several fictional characters in the various Transformers universes. All have been Decepticon aligned characters who turn into jets, usually white.-Transformers: Generation 1:...
with different wings; a redeco of Henkei Dirge. - Autobot DriftDrift (Transformers)Drift is the name of three different fictional characters in the Transformers series. For trademark reasons, toys related to the character are marketed under the name Autobot Drift.-Transformers: Armada:...
(Autobot; Sports car) - Based on the character from The Transformers: Spotlight comics. - Junkheap (Autobot; Motorcycle) - Red/yellow redeco of Reveal the Shield Wreck-Gar.
- Sergeant KupKupKup is the name of several fictional characters in the Transformers universe. All are older Autobots who are members of the Elite Guard. Wired Magazine once nominated him as one 12 most ridiculous Transformers of all time...
(Autobot; Futuristic pickup truck) - Cybertronian Megatron (Decepticon; Cybertronian tank) - From Transformers: War for Cybertron.
- Cybertronian Optimus Prime (Autobot; Cybertronian truck) - From Transformers: War for Cybertron.
- Red AlertRed Alert (Transformers)Red Alert is the name of several characters in the various fictional Transformers universes.- Transformers Generation 1:Red Alert is the Autobot security director. He has enhanced senses and is usually depicted as a friend of the Autobot Inferno.- Marvel Comics :Red Alert did not appear in the U.S...
(Autobot; Lamborghini GallardoLamborghini GallardoThe Lamborghini Gallardo is a sports car built by Lamborghini. The Gallardo is Lamborghini's most-produced model to date, with over 10,000 built in its first seven years of production...
fire rescue vehicle) - White/red remold of Universe Deluxe Sideswipe and a redeco of Henkei Alert. - ScourgeScourge (Transformers)Scourge is the name of several fictional characters from the Transformers series. He first appeared as one of the central villains in the 1986 film The Transformers, voiced by Stan Jones. He also regularly appeared in the animated Transformers series and Transformers comic books. Since then other...
(Decepticon; Cybertronian stealth bomber) - Skullgrin (Decepticon; Half-track) - Gray redeco of Darkmount with a different head sculpt.
- Sky Shadow (Decepticon; Fighter jet) - Black/red redeco of Thunderwing with a different head sculpt.
- Cybertronian Soundwave (Decepticon; Cybertronian truck) - From Transformers: War for Cybertron.
- ThundercrackerThundercrackerThundercracker is the name given to multiple fictional characters in the Transformers universes. Thundercracker is almost always depicted as a blue color Decepticon who turns into a jet fighter.-Transformers: Generation 1:...
(Decepticon; McDonnell-Douglas F-15 Eagle) - Blue redeco of Classics/Universe 2.0 Deluxe Starscream; a redeco of Gentei! Gentei! Thundercracker. - ThunderwingThunderwingThunderwing is the name of several fictional characters from the Transformers series. Introduced in 1989, he was a major villain in the Marvel Comics Transformers series. Although Thunderwing was created after the US Transformers television series ended, the character of Black Shadow did appear in...
(Decepticon; Fighter jet) - ThrustThrust (Transformers)Thrust is the name of several fictional characters in the various Transformers universes. The original character was an evil red Decepticon jet, with most of the following character using the name Thrust being a variation on that concept...
(Decepticon; Modified McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle) - Dark red remold of Classics Ramjet with different wings; a redeco of Henkei Thrust. - WheeljackWheeljackWheeljack is the name of several fictional characters in the various Transformers universes.-Transformers: Generation 1:Wheeljack is the mechanical engineer and scientist of the Autobots in the Transformers television and comic series based on the popular toy line produced by Takara and Hasbro. His...
(Autobot; Race car) - White redeco of Reveal the Shield Turbo Tracks with racing body kit. - Warpath (Autobot; Tank)
Multi-packs
- The Ultimate Battle - Re-release of the Classics gift pack.
- Megatron (Decepticon; Tank; Deluxe Class)
- Optimus PrimeOptimus PrimeOptimus Prime is a fictional character from the Transformers franchise. Prime is the leader of the autobots, a faction of transforming robots from the planet Cybertron. The autobots are constantly waging war against a rival faction of transforming robots called Decepticons...
(Autobot; Semi-trailer truckSemi-trailer truckA semi-trailer truck, also known as a semi, tractor-trailer, or articulated truck or articulated lorry, is an articulated vehicle consisting of a towing engine , and a semi-trailer A semi-trailer truck, also known as a semi, tractor-trailer, or (in the United Kingdom and Ireland) articulated truck...
; Deluxe Class)
Transformers: Reveal the Shield=
Transformers: Reveal the Shield is a 2010-2011 expansion of the Generations line that also includes figures from or inspired by the live-action film series
Transformers (film series)
Transformers is an American film franchise directed by Michael Bay, and based on the toys created by Hasbro and Takara Tomy. The first film, Transformers, was released in 2007, the second film, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, in 2009, and the third film, Transformers: Dark of the Moon in 2011...
. The sub-line gets its name from the heat-activated silver sticker on each figure that reveals an Autobot or Decepticon insignia when rubbed. Over half of the Scout Class figures were canceled before production.
Legends Class
- Gold BumblebeeBumblebee (Transformers)Bumblebee is the name of several fictional characters from the various Transformers universes. In most incarnations, Bumblebee is a small, yellow Autobot with the altmode of a compact car.- Transformers: Generation 1 :...
(Autobot; Car) - Gold/blue redeco of the 2008 Universe 2.0 Legends figure. Homage to Bumblebee's 1987 incarnation Goldbug. - Megatron (Decepticon; Gun)
- Optimus PrimeOptimus PrimeOptimus Prime is a fictional character from the Transformers franchise. Prime is the leader of the autobots, a faction of transforming robots from the planet Cybertron. The autobots are constantly waging war against a rival faction of transforming robots called Decepticons...
(Autobot; Semi-trailer truckSemi-trailer truckA semi-trailer truck, also known as a semi, tractor-trailer, or articulated truck or articulated lorry, is an articulated vehicle consisting of a towing engine , and a semi-trailer A semi-trailer truck, also known as a semi, tractor-trailer, or (in the United Kingdom and Ireland) articulated truck...
) - ProwlProwl (Transformers)Prowl is the name of several fictional characters in the Transformers series. "Prowl" is one of the most re-used American names in the assorted Transformers series, and its use has become almost synonymous with Autobots who possess a police car alternate mode...
(Autobot; Nissan 350ZNissan 350ZThe Nissan 350Z is a two seat sports car that was manufactured by Nissan from 2002 to 2009 and marks the fifth generation of Nissan's Z-car line. The 350Z entered production in late 2002 and was sold and marketed as a 2003 model. The first year there was only a coupe, as the roadster did not debut...
police car) - StarscreamStarscreamStarscream is a fictional character in the Transformers franchise. He is one of the most prolific characters in the Transformers fictional work, appearing in almost all incarnations of the story. Starscream is usually portrayed with the same characterization...
(Decepticon; McDonnell-Douglas F-15 Eagle) - TrailcutterTrailbreakerTrailbreaker is the name of several fictional characters from the Transformers toy line and animated television series. Due to trademark issues, newer toys of the character are named Trailcutter.-Transformers: Generation 1:...
(Autobot; Pickup truck with camper) - Homage to G1 Trailbreaker.
Scout Class
- Bodyblock (Autobot; Amphibious APC)- Redeco of Breacher from the 2010 movie toy line. (Canceled)
- Chopsaw (Decepticon; ChopperChopper (motorcycle)A chopper is a type of motorcycle that was either modified from an original motorcycle design or built from scratch to have a hand-crafted appearance. The main features of a chopper that make it stand out are its longer frame design accompanied by a stretch front end...
) - Red redeco of Brimstone from the 2010 movie toy line. - Downshift (Autobot; Ford Model B hot rodHot rodHot rods are typically American cars with large engines modified for linear speed. The origin of the term "hot rod" is unclear. One explanation is that the term is a contraction of "hot roadster," meaning a roadster that was modified for speed. Another possible origin includes modifications to or...
) - Black/yellow redeco of Hubcap from the 2010 movie toy line. (Canceled) - Demolition RumbleRumble (Transformers)Rumble is a fictional character in the Transformers universes. In order to trademark the name, Hasbro referred to the Alternators character as Decepticon Rumble.-Transformers: Generation 1:...
(Decepticon; Tank) (Canceled) - WindchargerWindchargerWindcharger is a fictional character and was one of the original toys in the Transformers line when Hasbro started producing them in 1984.-Transformers: Generation 1:...
(Autobot; Ford Mustang GT)
Deluxe Class
- Bumblebee (Autobot; Hatchback with jet ski trailer) - Yellow-orange redeco of the 2006 Classics Deluxe figure.
- Fallback (Autobot; Hummer HXHummer HXThe Hummer HX is a two-door off-road concept compact SUV that was revealed at the 2008 North American International Auto Show by General Motors.-Design:The objective of the HX was to position the Hummer brand into a smaller and cheaper market segment...
) - Brown redeco of Brawn from the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen toy line. Homage to the G1 character Outback. - Special Ops JazzJazz (Transformers)Jazz is the name of a fictional character from the various Transformers universes. He is usually portrayed as a music loving robot and talks with a slang accent. He is also a good friend of Optimus Prime's...
(Autobot; Race car) - Mindset (Autobot; Missile tank) - Gray redeco of Hailstorm from the 2010 movie toy line.
- Optimus PrimeOptimus PrimeOptimus Prime is a fictional character from the Transformers franchise. Prime is the leader of the autobots, a faction of transforming robots from the planet Cybertron. The autobots are constantly waging war against a rival faction of transforming robots called Decepticons...
(Autobot; Semi-trailer truckSemi-trailer truckA semi-trailer truck, also known as a semi, tractor-trailer, or articulated truck or articulated lorry, is an articulated vehicle consisting of a towing engine , and a semi-trailer A semi-trailer truck, also known as a semi, tractor-trailer, or (in the United Kingdom and Ireland) articulated truck...
) - All-new mold based on the Generation 2Transformers: Generation 2Transformers: Generation 2 is the name used to refer to a Transformers toy line, television series and comic book series which ran from 1993-1995...
Laser Optimus Prime toy. - PerceptorPerceptorPerceptor is the name of several different fictional characters in the Transformers universes.-Transformers: Generation 1:Perceptor transforms into a microscope ....
(Autobot; Half-track) - Turbo TracksTracks (Transformers)Tracks is a character in the Transformers Universes. The name is now too generic to license in recent times; so the toys creator, Hasbro had to add a "modifier" - a prefix to the name in order to use it on their product, in this case the name became "Autobot Tracks" or "Turbo...
(Autobot; Sports car) - Wreck-GarWreck-GarWreck-Gar is the name of two characters from the Transformers universes. Both are unpredictable good-aligned characters who provide comic relief in their series.-Transformers: Generation 1:Wreck-gar is the idiosyncratic leader of the Junkions....
(Autobot; Motorcycle)
Voyager Class
- Deep DiveDeepdive-Transformers: Cybertron:Deepdive is the name of a Mini-Con. He is an original mold for the Cybertron line and turns into a submarine and is part of the Giant Planet Mini-Con team. The Giant Planet Mini-Con team is an original Hasbro creation, and did not appear in the Japanese version of the...
(Autobot; HovercraftHovercraftA hovercraft is a craft capable of traveling over surfaces while supported by a cushion of slow moving, high-pressure air which is ejected against the surface below and contained within a "skirt." Although supported by air, a hovercraft is not considered an aircraft.Hovercraft are used throughout...
) - Green redeco of Sea SpraySeaspray (Transformers)Seaspray is the name of several fictional characters in the Transformers series. They are all Autobot hovercrafts. In later toys he is called "Sea Spray."-Transformers: Generation 1:...
from the 2010 movie toy line. - Solar Storm Grappel (Autobot; Crane truck) - Yellow redeco of Universe 2.0 Voyager InfernoInferno (Transformers)Inferno is the name of several fictional characters from the various Transformers universes. Despite having different alternate modes, the character name has been most associated with the form of a fire engine.-Transformers: Generation 1:...
with hook crane replacing watergun-like missile launcher attachment. Name misspelled from Grapple due to trademark issues. - Lugnut (Decepticon; BomberBomberA bomber is a military aircraft designed to attack ground and sea targets, by dropping bombs on them, or – in recent years – by launching cruise missiles at them.-Classifications of bombers:...
) - Strafe (Autobot; Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk) - White/red redeco of Mindwipe from the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen toy line.
Multi-packs
- Battle in Space - North American release of the Challenge at Cybertron gift set, minus the GalvatronGalvatronGalvatron is the name of several fictional Transformers, most often the recreated version of Megatron, the Decepticon leader. He was voiced by Leonard Nimoy in the 1986 Transformers movie, and then by Frank Welker in season 3 and 4 of the animated television series. Since then, other Transformers...
figure. Comes with a miniature Matrix of Leadership.- CyclonusCyclonusCyclonus is the name of several fictional characters from the various Transformers universes.-Transformers: Generation 1:The tech spec from the box art of the Cyclonus toy describes him as a compassionless Decepticon air warrior and saboteur...
with Nightstick (Decepticon; Cybertronian jet; Deluxe Class) - Cartoon-accurate purple redeco of the Universe 2.0 Deluxe figure. - RodimusRodimusRodimus is the name of a fictional character from the various Transformers universes. Rodimus is a young Autobot and succesor to Optimus Prime. He was formerly known as Hot Rod, but was reformatted as Rodimus Prime by the Matrix of Leadership and became the leader of the Autobots...
(Autobot; Cybertronian race car; Deluxe Class) - Cartoon-accurate red redeco of the Classics Deluxe figure.
- Cyclonus
Transformers: United=
Transformers: United is the Japanese release of the Generations and Reveal the Shield figures by Takara Tomy
Takara Tomy
is a Japanese toy, children's merchandise and entertainment company created from the March 2006 merger of two companies: Tomy and long-time rival, Takara...
. All figures in this line are metallic redecos of the Hasbro versions. The line ends on March 2011 with G2 Optimus Prime and eHobby exclusive three-packs.
Figures
- UN01: Optimus Prime Cybertron Mode
- UN02: Bumblebee Cybertron Mode
- UN03: Cliffjumper Cybertron Mode
- UN04: Megatron Cybertron Mode
- UN05: Soundwave Cybertron Mode
- UN06: Optimus Prime - Metallic redeco of the 2006 Classics Deluxe figure.
- UN07: Bumblebee - Re-release of the 2008 Henkei! Henkei! Deluxe figure (formerly sold as Bumble).
- UN08: Autobot Drift
- UN09: Megatron - Re-release of the 2008 Henkei! Henkei! Voyager figure.
- UN10: Straxus (Darkmount)
- UN11: Autobot Grapple
- UN12: Autobot Jazz
- UN13: Autobot Tracks
- UN14: Decepticon Lugnut
- UN15: Autobot Perceptor
- UN16: Autobot Blurr
- UN17: Autobot Kup
- UN18: Wreck-Gar
- UN19: Wheeljack
- UN20: Rumble & FrenzyFrenzy (Transformers)Frenzy is the name of several fictional characters in the various Transformers universes. Wired Magazine once nominated him as one 12 most ridiculous Transformers of all time.-Transformers: Generation 1:...
- UN21: Decepticon Scourge
- UN22: G2 Optimus Prime
e-Hobby
- Autobot 3-Pack
- Kup - Blue redeco with silver scratch marks.
- Rodimus - Clear blue remold.
- Scrapheap - Dark brown redeco of Wreck-Gar with a different head sculpt.
- Decepticon 3-Pack
- Cyclonus with Nightstick - Clear purple remold.
- Galvatron - Clear purple remold.
- Scourge - Clear blue remold.
Million Hero Publishing
- Stepper with NebulanRicochet (Transformers)-Transformers: Generation 1 :The name Ricochet was first given to a Nebulan, one of the Autobot Quickmix's two Targetmaster partners. On Nebulos, the mercurial Ricochet was a renowned environmental sculptor, combining landscapes and foliage to create natural art forms. After witnessing the...
- Black redeco of Jazz, with Nebulan being a remold of Nightstick.