In response to your questions: 1) Yes. I love the stylized look of this figure. It gives me a IDW Comics vibe and I LOVE the IDW Comics series. I've also got some Optimus Prime figures in my collection to which they're relatively the same in terms of appearance, so it's nice to have something that's very familiar yet also very different. 2) Yes I am okay with transformers figures that don't transform. I don't keep mine in their transformed form for the most part, and when we're talking about highly detailed figures like this, I want more accessories and posability options over the ability to transform.
ThreeZero has a very particular style, but they have really good prices for how much paint and detail they offer. Many of their figures feel great in hand with heft and posability.
The torso bend forward goes A LOT MORE down than what you showed in the video. It just needs a little break in. Press your thumb on the grills, then give it a little light push while bending the chest forward, you'll get a lot more range bending down, you'll know that as there's a spine on the back and no matter how low you're going down, you can as the spine still shows and there's a gap behind the matrix, that's for room or space to accommodate the grill tucking in for forward bend
1) I'm completely fine with different takes on the characters. 2) I don't mind them as long as they add enough stuff and way better articulation. They have no kibble, they should move a ton more. 3) I like the style on the head Also, i say that the altmode is equally as important as the robot mode. For me, a car, a beast, a tank, any altmode should be equally as good as the robot. If a fig has a bad altmode, i don't want it becuase i can't ignore that and never transform it. It's part of the figure and it counts. I display both modes. That means i want not a lot, if any, robot kibble in the altmode. I leave my robots in a pose and after some time i transform them and leave them in altmode, and etc.
Mechs or mech like people seem to be where they really excel at. Organic/clothed figures might be more hit or miss. They are giant robots and they look cool. Non Transforming versions are great when they push the robot design into places where a transforming figure must make compromises. Basically Hasbro's Red series show how not to do it. ThreeZero, Flametoys, and others go above and beyond at showing why it works. As for these takes on the design. They look awesome. Represents the characters perfectly without getting lost in the new design. Yeah that head is wonky. Optimus is generally "square jawed".There is no other roundness in this design.
I love stylized editions of characters. Also the non transforming ones I don't mind, as long as they are big figures. To me a transformer needs to be a big action figure since they are giant robots.
I love these new iterations of classic designs alot as well and I actually personally prefer the non transformable transformers as I don't display the alt mode either mate
I love high end non transforming figures because they are just so nice. All of my transformers are in robot mode except for the dinobots, I would actually prefer the other way around for them. High end non transforming dinobots in their dino modes would be awesome
The first thing i thought when i saw that head was "lady prime". I don't collect trans-formers, but I appreciate them enough to watch reviews. Oh but what a waste to not have a view thru windshield when there's so much behind it! Aside from the head aesthetic, he's gorgeous.
Transformers r.e.d series is pretty nice. Strictly default autobot mode is totally fine for a release. I remember finding some metal transformers as a kid at a thrift store.
I did what you say, actually. I cut the ankle flap and the ball peg and armature... and it doesn't feel like you are missing something. Megatron is coming by end of the year and looks even better than this one (no silly ankle flaps). This Optimus is great, but is not a Flame Toys Killer. BTW if you find your Flame Toys and you want to sell it just reply to this comment 😅😁 Thanks for the video!
I wish someone would make an MP scale combiner that doesn’t transform. Most people keep their transformer in combined mode anyway. And most of them have stability issues. I think a non transforming combiner would sell like hotcakes.
I mostly collect Beast wars which I do enjoy displaying in bot mode and beast mode, Especially the transmetals whom some forms outshine their robot mode, for example Dragon Megatron
Between the originals, reissues, official releases, and third-party options, I’ve gotten so many slavishly-G1 transforming G1 Optimus Prime toys over the years that, yeah, totally cool with both different interpretations and non-transforming figures. How many more looks-like-cartoon-turns-to-red-truck toys can this fandom possibly friggin’ need?!
Oh, and if you’re looking to possibly test the ThreeZero waters a bit more, their Evangelions are among the best bang-for-buck purchases I’ve ever made.
I think ThreeZero has improved a LOT in recent times; I agree with you they were mostly hit and miss until some years ago but I they have clearly changed for the better. I bought this Optimus but I haven't shipped it yet; however I bought two figures from their ROBO-DOU line and I couldn't be happier: they're big, well sculpted, great paintjob and a lot of diecast for a very reasonable price. I hope they keep doing good work because Bandai definitely needs the competition. I also agree the headsculpt is the weakest part of this Optimus; not a deal breaker but I wish they had included a second option in a different style.
I have a huge collection of Threezero/ThreeA, because of their video game figures. Hot Toys just forgot us gamers it seems. But its crazy to see how much better ThreeZero is compared ThreeA. Yah, I understand the history, but still you can tell a big difference. My first figure from them was MGS Rex way back in the day, and man, time has not been good to that guy. He's awesome, but loose joints, tiny parts, and a heavy railgun really hurt it. Rey is better, but ThreeZero's Titanfall figures are leagues better, as well as their 1/6 scale figures. Their head sculpts are a hit or miss, but at least they do characters that are not human-looking. The Bouncer is one of my favorite in my collection.
I too cannot wait for the flame toys megazord. I love the stylized look of it. I don’t mind transformers figure without the alt mode as long as the robot mode is well executed like it is here. We don’t talk about the hasbro transformers R.E.D line…ever.
@@AnthonysCustoms yes, dinobot is pretty cool. I do hope flame toys makes one or those. Preferably in their Furai action line to go with the their primal. Hopefully with some bicep swivels this time too.
I’m cool with non transformable transformers. I have them displayed in robot mode usually. But a transformer that looks good, poses well, and can transform is just the total package. Regarding this figure. Overall, looks good. Maybe his chest is too big, so the head and shoulder seem small. So I prefer maybe a bigger head and shoulders.
My personal favorite optimus prime head sculpt goes to the power of the primes optimus. Probably my favorite optimus in general. (Not including primal, of course, let's go MONKY)
I enjoy stylized figures, unless they are Michael Bay stylized. I’ve got the MDLX Bumblebee and love him, and I’ll pick up this guy too. So yea, I’m OK with a cool action figure that doesn’t transform, but I will probably only collect key characters if this line continues.
Have you checked out their DLX War for Cybertron Optimus? It is amazing, even better than the small one. Has lights in it too! I dunno when Threezero got its second wind, but IMO, their releases for the last year+ they have seriously upped their game. And yes, I am fine with non-transforming Transformers. I don't understand how some people will even openly admit they never actually transform the figure more than once or twice, but still insist it has to be able to do so.
Nice review. I had the same thoughts about the headsculpt right before you mentioned it. Btw, do you have any Mafex figure reviews planned? Feels like you haven't reviewed one in a long time.
Non-transforming Transformers are good when they use the fact that they’re non-transforming to their advantage to be as articulated and detailed as possible. There’s some non-transforming Transformers that are less articulated than ones that actually Transform, and at that point they’re just worse than the real thing and, and they don’t even transform either. Also, have you ever consider reviewing third party Transformers figures? They’re some of the best of the best Transformers out there but they’re also some of the most expensive.
I love this line! Their scale is perfect and pricing is great, especially when I am used to buying Robot Spirits that cost about the same. Also, I rather have transforming figures that have excellent articulation and sculpting. Sorry, but Kibble is just annoying and ugly.
I have the Megatron version of this and it is fantastic. Some qualms with the skirt, but it’s one of the best Megatron renditions out. I have the Rodimus version on order and I’m very excited for it. I don’t like the look of this Optimus. It’s ugly
Lmao anime girl Optimus prime. I like the bigger sized bumblebee movie three zero Optimus’ head. And I yeah I love non transforming transformer figures with great articulation.
stylized designs for transformers figures are very welcome considering the market is currently flooded with soulless carbon copies of the shit character models from the 80's cartoon.
A non transforming transformers figure to me is same as a spiderman(or any other superhero) action figure that doesn't transform into Peter Parker,so technically people are hypocrites if they appreciate superhero action figures and not these😂
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Can't complain
@@AnthonysCustomsI know you can't complain about threezero but they aren't that big then are they
In response to your questions:
1) Yes. I love the stylized look of this figure. It gives me a IDW Comics vibe and I LOVE the IDW Comics series. I've also got some Optimus Prime figures in my collection to which they're relatively the same in terms of appearance, so it's nice to have something that's very familiar yet also very different.
2) Yes I am okay with transformers figures that don't transform. I don't keep mine in their transformed form for the most part, and when we're talking about highly detailed figures like this, I want more accessories and posability options over the ability to transform.
ThreeZero has a very particular style, but they have really good prices for how much paint and detail they offer. Many of their figures feel great in hand with heft and posability.
their figures are geared towards screen accuracy
@@mightyt-rex5634 maybe for the DLX line, but every other line they have is heavily redesigned
The torso bend forward goes A LOT MORE down than what you showed in the video. It just needs a little break in. Press your thumb on the grills, then give it a little light push while bending the chest forward, you'll get a lot more range bending down, you'll know that as there's a spine on the back and no matter how low you're going down, you can as the spine still shows and there's a gap behind the matrix, that's for room or space to accommodate the grill tucking in for forward bend
1) I'm completely fine with different takes on the characters.
2) I don't mind them as long as they add enough stuff and way better articulation. They have no kibble, they should move a ton more.
3) I like the style on the head
Also, i say that the altmode is equally as important as the robot mode. For me, a car, a beast, a tank, any altmode should be equally as good as the robot. If a fig has a bad altmode, i don't want it becuase i can't ignore that and never transform it. It's part of the figure and it counts. I display both modes. That means i want not a lot, if any, robot kibble in the altmode. I leave my robots in a pose and after some time i transform them and leave them in altmode, and etc.
Mechs or mech like people seem to be where they really excel at. Organic/clothed figures might be more hit or miss.
They are giant robots and they look cool.
Non Transforming versions are great when they push the robot design into places where a transforming figure must make compromises.
Basically Hasbro's Red series show how not to do it. ThreeZero, Flametoys, and others go above and beyond at showing why it works.
As for these takes on the design. They look awesome. Represents the characters perfectly without getting lost in the new design.
Yeah that head is wonky. Optimus is generally "square jawed".There is no other roundness in this design.
Yeah the head for me is also just a bit too small. Idk it bothers me. I do wonder if it's possible to put a custom head on him?
I love stylized editions of characters. Also the non transforming ones I don't mind, as long as they are big figures. To me a transformer needs to be a big action figure since they are giant robots.
I love these new iterations of classic designs alot as well and I actually personally prefer the non transformable transformers as I don't display the alt mode either mate
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I’m okay with stylized looks. I have zero issues with non transforming figures. I want the Rodimus prime and hopefully they’ll make a grimlock.
I love high end non transforming figures because they are just so nice. All of my transformers are in robot mode except for the dinobots, I would actually prefer the other way around for them. High end non transforming dinobots in their dino modes would be awesome
The first thing i thought when i saw that head was "lady prime". I don't collect trans-formers, but I appreciate them enough to watch reviews. Oh but what a waste to not have a view thru windshield when there's so much behind it! Aside from the head aesthetic, he's gorgeous.
If they at least come out with both modes of transformation then that's fine
This just popped back up in stock at Nerdzoic and I'm grabbing it. Thank you for this review, Anthony. You're awesome and I appreciate it.
Transformers r.e.d series is pretty nice. Strictly default autobot mode is totally fine for a release. I remember finding some metal transformers as a kid at a thrift store.
I did what you say, actually. I cut the ankle flap and the ball peg and armature... and it doesn't feel like you are missing something. Megatron is coming by end of the year and looks even better than this one (no silly ankle flaps). This Optimus is great, but is not a Flame Toys Killer. BTW if you find your Flame Toys and you want to sell it just reply to this comment 😅😁 Thanks for the video!
I'm definitely not selling that one. Share pics with the flaps removed. Any of my social media is fine
I wish someone would make an MP scale combiner that doesn’t transform. Most people keep their transformer in combined mode anyway. And most of them have stability issues. I think a non transforming combiner would sell like hotcakes.
I mostly collect Beast wars which I do enjoy displaying in bot mode and beast mode, Especially the transmetals whom some forms outshine their robot mode, for example Dragon Megatron
Between the originals, reissues, official releases, and third-party options, I’ve gotten so many slavishly-G1 transforming G1 Optimus Prime toys over the years that, yeah, totally cool with both different interpretations and non-transforming figures. How many more looks-like-cartoon-turns-to-red-truck toys can this fandom possibly friggin’ need?!
Oh, and if you’re looking to possibly test the ThreeZero waters a bit more, their Evangelions are among the best bang-for-buck purchases I’ve ever made.
I think ThreeZero has improved a LOT in recent times; I agree with you they were mostly hit and miss until some years ago but I they have clearly changed for the better. I bought this Optimus but I haven't shipped it yet; however I bought two figures from their ROBO-DOU line and I couldn't be happier: they're big, well sculpted, great paintjob and a lot of diecast for a very reasonable price. I hope they keep doing good work because Bandai definitely needs the competition.
I also agree the headsculpt is the weakest part of this Optimus; not a deal breaker but I wish they had included a second option in a different style.
Dinobots are an exception for display in alt mode for me
The flame toys g1 prime has insane articulation.
we gotta bring back action master
I have a huge collection of Threezero/ThreeA, because of their video game figures. Hot Toys just forgot us gamers it seems. But its crazy to see how much better ThreeZero is compared ThreeA. Yah, I understand the history, but still you can tell a big difference. My first figure from them was MGS Rex way back in the day, and man, time has not been good to that guy. He's awesome, but loose joints, tiny parts, and a heavy railgun really hurt it. Rey is better, but ThreeZero's Titanfall figures are leagues better, as well as their 1/6 scale figures. Their head sculpts are a hit or miss, but at least they do characters that are not human-looking. The Bouncer is one of my favorite in my collection.
Q2: prefer robot only mode, Q3: dislike the head
Otherwise, really enjoy this figure and the MDLX line so far
What a cute figure! Lol Darwin in the final pose. Thanks for your fantastic review Anthony 👍🙌💋
I too cannot wait for the flame toys megazord. I love the stylized look of it. I don’t mind transformers figure without the alt mode as long as the robot mode is well executed like it is here. We don’t talk about the hasbro transformers R.E.D line…ever.
at least primal was worth buying from that line.
hoping for a dinobot
@@AnthonysCustoms yes, dinobot is pretty cool. I do hope flame toys makes one or those. Preferably in their Furai action line to go with the their primal. Hopefully with some bicep swivels this time too.
I’m cool with non transformable transformers. I have them displayed in robot mode usually. But a transformer that looks good, poses well, and can transform is just the total package. Regarding this figure. Overall, looks good. Maybe his chest is too big, so the head and shoulder seem small. So I prefer maybe a bigger head and shoulders.
My personal favorite optimus prime head sculpt goes to the power of the primes optimus. Probably my favorite optimus in general. (Not including primal, of course, let's go MONKY)
I enjoy stylized figures, unless they are Michael Bay stylized. I’ve got the MDLX Bumblebee and love him, and I’ll pick up this guy too. So yea, I’m OK with a cool action figure that doesn’t transform, but I will probably only collect key characters if this line continues.
Have you checked out their DLX War for Cybertron Optimus? It is amazing, even better than the small one. Has lights in it too!
I dunno when Threezero got its second wind, but IMO, their releases for the last year+ they have seriously upped their game.
And yes, I am fine with non-transforming Transformers. I don't understand how some people will even openly admit they never actually transform the figure more than once or twice, but still insist it has to be able to do so.
I haven't. I'm not a huge fan of the overly boxy designs though
So, why doesn’t he love ThreeZero? I think their products are pretty high end for the price. Excellent details.
It's not really a thing for threezero (especially now) and more to do with 3a
That's a great buy for $80 its mostly really well done.I always enjoy the content Cheers 🍻
Nice review. I had the same thoughts about the headsculpt right before you mentioned it. Btw, do you have any Mafex figure reviews planned? Feels like you haven't reviewed one in a long time.
Yes
I would just think that ur house is just a warehouse where u can’t any figures rather than a showroom for ur figs
That's correct
@@AnthonysCustoms Any chance u gonna make a house tour
Negative
Maybe my work area and collection stuff some day
@@AnthonysCustoms That’ll be nice…I miss those
Good video buddy i got Bumblebee from this line hes pretty decent figure
Haven’t watched yet but I’ve seen a few reviews for this and I’ve been so curious if you were going to review it and what you’ll think
Non-transforming Transformers are good when they use the fact that they’re non-transforming to their advantage to be as articulated and detailed as possible. There’s some non-transforming Transformers that are less articulated than ones that actually Transform, and at that point they’re just worse than the real thing and, and they don’t even transform either.
Also, have you ever consider reviewing third party Transformers figures? They’re some of the best of the best Transformers out there but they’re also some of the most expensive.
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If they make something I'm really interested in
This one just didnt do it for me sadly. I was really excited for it too but ended up selling. I prefer the design on the bumblebee movie prime
I love this line! Their scale is perfect and pricing is great, especially when I am used to buying Robot Spirits that cost about the same. Also, I rather have transforming figures that have excellent articulation and sculpting. Sorry, but Kibble is just annoying and ugly.
You mean non-transforming? I agree
@@AnthonysCustoms yes, I don’t like transformation kibble. It is what kills the movie masterpiece line.
Zup Antony, thanks for the video bro
I too am happy with non transforming figures.
Would have bought this Optimus if not for the head.
Non transformable transformers are okey to me i just buy some optimus truck and pretend that it can transform when im playing them
Anthonyyy! Isn't Beast Wars absolutely tremendous?!
Yes
I have the Megatron version of this and it is fantastic. Some qualms with the skirt, but it’s one of the best Megatron renditions out. I have the Rodimus version on order and I’m very excited for it. I don’t like the look of this Optimus. It’s ugly
Good timing. I just reviewed Megatron about a week ago
Wow....threezero...mdlx...i got one...last month
i bet you were the coolest kid in middle school since you got it before other people.
Hmmm....I not kids sir ..
I'm...33age hehe
I like the paint job and details but the head is too small and he looks like a masked boy.
Lmao anime girl Optimus prime. I like the bigger sized bumblebee movie three zero Optimus’ head. And I yeah I love non transforming transformer figures with great articulation.
Oh so threezero aren't that big then
It does have some girly features on the head.
iamok.
stylized designs for transformers figures are very welcome considering the market is currently flooded with soulless carbon copies of the shit character models from the 80's cartoon.
A non transforming transformers figure to me is same as a spiderman(or any other superhero) action figure that doesn't transform into Peter Parker,so technically people are hypocrites if they appreciate superhero action figures and not these😂