Transformers-themed pub could be Britain’s Best Home Bar

A Transformers-themed pub is in the running to be crowned Britain’s Best Home Bar, in a competition being run by Liberty Games. The winning bar, chosen… [more]

Transformers-themed pub could be Britain’s Best Home Bar Transformers-themed pub could be Britain’s Best Home Bar

TFNation 2019 Transformers Convention Review

This last weekend saw yet another Transformers convention take over the Metropole Hilton, in Birmingham. These weekends have become a staple of my summer… [more]

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Annual Transformers Forum Meet Tour

Every year, since 2011, the nerds from TheTF.Net forum (now a Facebook group, because running a forum proved too much like hard work) have met for a weekend… [more]

Annual Transformers Forum Meet Tour Annual Transformers Forum Meet Tour

Our 2019 Forum Meet took place this weekend, in Cardiff

This weekend saw our annual forum meet being held in the Welsh capital of Cardiff. Each year we meet in a different town or city in the UK, alternating… [more]

Our 2019 Forum Meet took place this weekend, in Cardiff Our 2019 Forum Meet took place this weekend, in Cardiff

Video Footage from Transforce in 2001

Almost 18 years ago (crikey, has it been that long?) we wrote a review of our visit to Transforce in August 2001. It was a seriously hot day, but a great… [more]

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Madman Complete Beast Wars and G1 Japan Sets & TFTM on Blu-ray

Written by Big Bot on May 24, 2009 | DVD,Madman,News,Transformers The Movie (1986) | Tags: , —

Transformers The Movie Blu-ray (Madman)Madman Entertainment have updated their website with details on three new DVD sets coming next month.

The first 2 sets are simply repackages of DVD sets that have already been release. There is a complete Beast Wars set, containing all three seasons and the extras and a complete Transformers Japan Generation One Complete Collection, with all Headmasters, Masterforce, Victory and Zone episodes.

The final DVD is a Blu-ray version of Transformers The Movie. The set contains all the same features as Madman’s 2 disc DVD version from 2007, but has the movie in high definition. It’s expected that this is the same master as Metrodome’s Blu-ray version.

All three sets are out on 24th June in Australia.

IDW Comic Releases – 28/05/09

Written by Big Bot on | Comics,IDW Publishing,News,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen | Tags: , —

This weeks comics will be a day later, due to Memorial Day in the USA. The only release this week is Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Movie Adaptation #2, which continues the story based on the film, meaning there will be spoilers.

Issue #1 was released last week, with issues #3 and #4 due to follow on a weekly basis from next Wednesday, and the TPB after that, unless you are lucky enough to be in the USA, where the TPB is out at Target stores.

In case you missed it last week, here is a 5 page preview from the issue.

Amazon.com Exclusive Ironhide skin for Revenge of the Fallen Game

Written by Big Bot on May 23, 2009 | News,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen,Video Games | Tags: , , —

Amazon.com Exclusive Game Skin - IronhideOn the back of the GameStop exclusive Gold Optimus Prime and Megatron skins, Amazon.com have revealed that they will be offering customers who preorder Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen a new skin for Ironhide, but instead of gold, it will be in his Generation One colours. This offer is available for any version of the game, excluding the Nintendo DS Autobots and Decepticons versions.

Amazon.com-Exclusive Pre-order Bonus
Order “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” and receive the Generation 1 Ironhide Unlockable for in-game use. Redemption instructions will be sent via email within 10 business days after the release date. Must be sold and shipped by Amazon.com to be eligible.

There isn’t any news on whether any of these preorder bonuses will be available outside North America.

Exclusive Bumblebee Chevrolet Camaro released

Written by Darren 'Starscream' Jamieson on | Merchandise,News,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen |

Transformers Bumblebee Chevrolet CamaroEver wanted to drive your own Transformer? Of course you have, and now thanks to Chevrolet you can. To commemorate the release of the new Transformers movie: Transformers Revenge of the Fallen, Chevy are releasing an exclusive Bumblebee branded version of their Camaro, as seen in the Transformers movies.

The Camaro comes in yellow colours with the black racing stripes, just like the real Bumblebee. That’s not all though, the car also features the Autobot insignia on the steering wheel, the seats and the wheel centres.

You can place your order why Chevy for your own Bumblebee in June until December this year, and be the envy of all of your friends.

As for the technical specs of the car, it’s available in V6 or V8 and in the LT and SS trims. You can have the RS package as an optional extra which would give you the HID xenon headlights and 20 inch wheels.

Autobots, Roll Out!

Want to attend the UK premiere of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen?

Written by Darren 'Starscream' Jamieson on | DVD,IDW Publishing,Merchandise,News,Paramount,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen |

If you’re the sort of Transformers fan who’d love a trip to Leicester Square on June 15th to attend the premiere of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen, where Michael Bay, Megan Fox and Shia LaBeouf will also be in attendance, you’re probably interested in the competition that Paramount UK are running.

Here are the details:

In the highly-anticipated Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) again joins with the Autobots against their sworn enemies, the Decepticons. Michael Bay directs from a screenplay by Ehren Kruger & Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman.

The battle begins at UK cinemas and IMAX June 19.

To celebrate the release of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen we have teamed up with Starlight Children’s Foundation and are giving you the chance to get your hands on some highly sought after Premiere tickets. In attendance will be director Michael Bay plus the stars Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Tyrese Gibson and Josh Duhamel. This epic event will take place on the evening of Monday 15th June in London’s Leicester Square. There are a limited number of tickets available for a minimum donation of £50. If you want to stand a chance of attending this incredible Premiere call the events team on 020 7262 2881 (Ext: #286).

Visit the Paramount UK website here to stand a chance of winning this great prize.

Lots of ROTF Toys out in UK

Written by Big Bot on May 21, 2009 | News,Toys,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen | Tags: , —

The UK seems to be having it good right now. The Transformers Revenge of the Fallen release date has been brought forward to 19th June, and now we have lots of ROTF toys as well.

Forum member NeoPrimus has spotted Legends Optimus Prime, Jetfire, Springer and Bumblebee, Scout Dead End and Knock Out and Deluxe Breakaway, Rampage, Sideswipe and Sideways. All were found at his local Argos.

Get hunting UK fans, you’re local store may have jumped the official release date (30th May) and released the figures early.

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Adaptation #2 Preview

Written by Big Bot on | Comics,IDW Publishing,News,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen | Tags: , , —

More comic previews, this time with the second issue of the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Adaptation #2 from IDW publishing.

ComicsContinuum have posted 5 pages from the issue, which again have major spoilers for anyone wanting to watch the film spoiler free. The issue is due out next week, on 27th May 09.

See the pages, and the 2 covers, after the jump.

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Transformers Revenge of the Fallen video game trailer

Written by Darren 'Starscream' Jamieson on | News,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen,Video Games |

If you haven’t seen the trailer for the Transformers 2 video game, which is released to coincide with the Transformers sequel, Transformers Revenge of the Fallen, then you’ll need to watch this. The video game trailer is in two parts, with the first part focusing on the Autobots and the second part on the Decepticons. Which side will you choose?

The first video game two years ago for Michael Bay’s first Transformers movie wasn’t very good, but this one looks awesome based on what we can see in this trailer.

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Transformers Revenge of the Fallen game trailer

Transformers Revenge of the Fallen #1 Botcon Exclusive Comic

Written by Big Bot on May 20, 2009 | BotCon,Conventions,News,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen | Tags: , , —

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Adaptation #1 BotCon ExclusiveIDW Publishing has posted an announcement that they are releasing an exclusive BotCon edition of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Movie Adaptation #1, with cover art from Don Figueroa. There aren’t any details on how many copies there will be except that it’s a “limited edition”, so copies will most likely disappear quickly and then appear on ebay.

BotCon is next week, from 28th to 30th May, where many of  Hasbro’s and IDW’s future comic plans will be revealed!

Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Movie Adaptation and All Hail Megatron 11 Comic Previews

Written by Big Bot on | Comics,IDW Publishing,News,Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen | Tags: , , , , —

Comics Continuum has posted 2 five page previews for this weeks new IDW Transformers comic releases.

The first issue of the Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Movie Adaptation. This preview contains major spoilers for those planning on seeing the actual film, so don’t look at the images at the bottom of this post.

The Transformers: All Hail Megatron #11 is also available  to preview, either in this post or from IDW Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryall.

Both comics are due out today 20th May 2009!

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