The Transformers are one of the most popular and highly demanded lines of collectable toys. They have released some of the coolest merchandise over the decades, but which ones are most wanted?
Transformers is the most iconic franchise from the 1980s. The disguised robots vanquished pop culture through comics, cartoons, live-action films, and toys. The idea behind the cartoon series was simply a strategy to sell more action figures, but it was hardly necessary as the Transformers toys and merchandise practically sold themselves. Collectors, even today, would not miss a chance to get their hands on Transformers toys. Let's check out the five most wanted collectable Transformers toys of all time.
Sideshow Jet Power Optimus Prime Statue
One of the most breathtaking scenes in Michael Bay's 'Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen' is when Optimus Prime resurrects and comes back to combat the 'Fallen' with the help of the parts from the ancient Autobot's Jetfire. It is by far the most dominant form that Optimus Prime has taken up in Transformers, and the Sideshow Collectables honoured this epochal moment by creating an iconic statue. This detailed statue was designed as accurately as possible.
Studio Series Devastator
The Studio Series line of Hasbro has multiple detailed figures that the fans adore. Possibly one of the best is Devastator, for his appearance in ‘Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen.’ The package comes with four figures - each of the Constructicons transforms into numerous construction equipment.
Studio Series Hot Rod
Hasbro released the Transformers Studio Series - featuring intricately detailed action figures - designed especially for adult collectors. The Hot Rod is one of the best figures in this series. This absolute fan-favourite figure is transformable and highly articulate. Of all the action figures, Hot Rod is the most praised and sought-after figure in the line.
Trypticon
Transformers toys that were launched in 1986 had the most interesting and fresh invention idea - some characters could be transformed into bases, and these bases could further be connected to other bases to create a miniature city. Of all the cities, one of the most famed is the Decepticon Trypticon - it can transform into a walking dinosaur if you insert a pair of C batteries into it. Other smaller robots can also be added to Decepticon Trypticon to form cannons.
Nightwatch Optimus Prime
This deluxe figure of Optimus Prime comes coated in a new silver and blue paint job, and it includes sound and light features. The figure at the time of its launch was a lot bigger than most other figures, and the task of transforming it was indeed challenging. Decades later, this figure is still a dream for many adult collectors, and it can be an incredible addition to your collection.
So, which transformers toy do you think stands out as the most collectable item of all time?
