If I heard it correctly, it was kind of a MOC, a former TF Hasbro designer who loved Legos built this and then when he changed jobs to be a Lego Designer he presented this idea, which then became the Lego set
Honestly I prefer a bit more studs, looks too much like a toy figure to me than Lego. But I guess that's stellar job on designers. Just want biiiiit more studs.
@@Nick_MG yea I feel if they changed the head design to somehow have the print on a 1x3 it would make the eyes look better, however it wouldn’t match how the head would look
@@Lookman646 Maybe if they spread the eyes out a bit more on that print, it may have looked better. There’s definitely still a small bit of room there. The only way the eyes probably could have looked their best is if LEGO made a new face brick mold that was in the shape of Optimus’s face and mask. But so long as LEGO doesn’t see a need to make a new mold, they’ll find a shortcut with the pieces they have.
I really like how the gun becomes the trailer hitch, I'm surprised no official figures have thought of doing that because it actually works out fantastically. Also to be completely honest I think I'm gonna buy a bunch of extra parts to make the blue parts the regular LEGO blue instead of dark blue, would just look a lot better to me personally.
it would bump it up to being closer to the G1 Sunbow Cartoon than the dark blue which is derived from the G1 toy (plus change the silver drum laquered 1x2 cheese slopes to blue to make it more accurate, as both the toy and cartoon didn't have it). only thing that is a problem is the printed forehead piece, which I think a custom sticker can substitute for the detail.
@@michyoungie I want to say this one is based somewhat on MP-10 hence the vents on the legs and the dark blue, and even the transformation is similar to it and the original G1 figure
@@josephsalvucci7316 Which? I've seen them store on the trailer hitch but never actually *become* it. And while I can't name every release, or name every G1 Optimus Prime mold ever made, I can tell the difference between almost all of them.
@@MeisterSchwabbo why can't they do that like do they think adults will only buy things for hundreds? Like they did it again with the castle and space ship
I love that LEGO and Hasbro decided to let this be a real thing And have the only real "partsforming" thing being swapping the bumper tile out for that waistband-piece, at that, too.
The price point is already a big fail in the description of this video it says its $159.99 which is incorrect it's actually $259.99 with that price they should've considering its only 1500 pieces
You think $259.99 is a good price for a semi truck even though the actual full character is a truck and semi trailer ? That would be like forgetting the caboose with a train or forgetting the engine car
@@macdaddy2344 the set is only $170, but a trailer would bump that up significantly. Especially if they made it do all the battle platform stuff and added roller. I'm not saying a trailer wouldn't have been nice, but Optimus himself is the main important thing.
I took the 5:43 frame to PS and took the "Mouth protection" piece up by half stud, I don't know if it's possible over the real model, maybe just if it has hollow studs under it; but doing such a tweek compressed the the head in heigh, giving it a more sleek appearance. I also try in PS with flipping that same piece so the angle went upward, it also looks good and helps the flat eyes piece to merge with the rest of the face, but again it depends on whats below that piece. I love the model and would accept no knee articulation, but the head is not quite there for me.
This has Instantly become my next lego set to buy, I love everything about it and it combines two of my favorite toys. And I don’t have to take it apart to transform it🤩🤩🤩
I’m gonna be completely honest, I always assumed that if they ever officially did this it would be a parts-formy mess, but this is incredible! Do you know how tall it is?
Would love to see like Bay-verse Megatron or StarScream of this from you using techniques from this set, also could you do a titanfall 2 MOC of a titan?
Legit one of the coolest lego designs ever made. And when I say it I mean it. I’m gonna have to drop 160 bucks but I might as well do it on this right 😂
The set is amazing! I might check my own parts to see what I might still need, I dont mind the dark blue but in my mind regular blue is closer to the series back when I was a kid! Cant wait to see you make the trailer!
I can't believe this is real. Some of the first channels I followed on YT were Lego channels that built their own Transformers & made them transform with little to no parts forming. I was so disappointed when Kre-O weren't able to make their transformers transform. This is amazing. If this line continues i imagine they'll do Bumblebee or Soundwave next. I'm wondering how they'll do Megatron since he can't be a gun anymore. Tank? Jet? Truck? Probably a tank if the WFC trilogy & the Devastation game are anything to go by.
I was thinking they can "take" G1 Galvatron's cannon emplacement alt mode and reuse that for Megs, or the animated helicopter as that is rather simple plus animated Megs is already close to G1
Now that we know Lego and Hasbro are willing to collaborate, I really hope this means we get a Lego Power Rangers set one day. Even if it's just the original MMPR Megazord
Crazy thing is I remember getting the Kreo Megatron when they were making them 10 years ago, always been more of a Lego fan and just got the set anyways. But deep down I kinda wished Lego would transformers sets since I was a kid. I obviously didn’t think that would happen because Kreo had the license for what seemed like forever. Let’s just say I was at disbelief when I heard about this. But what I can say now is that I was a kid then having to wait to get these sets with my dad now I’m much older with money I’ve worked to earn, might just buy this to fulfill that sort of childhood wish.
Would you consider making a smaller version "minifigure..isss" side? Also do you think it would be possible to MOD this version so he could have bendable knees?
I'd say it's pretty easy to add some knees in there, it's already balljoints so it's just a matter of reorganizing the lower leg assembly, but that may affect the Truck stability so maybe that's why they didn't do it
I hope we'll get a Megatron to face him, or maybe even a Devastator style combiner ! And honestly, we got Voltron, we got Optimus, I really do hope that we'll get a Dino-Megazord one day, it'd be dope.
No way they do Megatron. If they do they won't have him transform into a gun Because Lego is lame and won't do guns in that regard. But if by some chance they do and he does transform into his gun mode I'd definitely buy 2 without a doubt one to build and one to keep sealed because that set would be worth so much money.
Question: is there a way to give this guy bendable legs (back and forth) with the pieces available in the set (maybe like removing pieces that block the knee)?
When I first read it wouldn't have had articulates knees I instantly thought of him. But personally I don't see it as a major downpoint because the set itself is awesome
Truck looks clean on display but I can't help but think it looks odd missing the trailer all other models I have of him even the first original it has trailer just sticks out to me
@@claudioconforti5608 I agree I’m still buying this 100% and might try to mess with it myself, but hachi is the goat so I’m sure he could come up with something light years better than mine
It looks really nice! They did a great job with smooth tiles and the transforming, but I’ll pass at that price range. If they release Megatron or Soundwave, then that’s another story. 😅
That's probably the most popular choice, but I'm not gonna lie, I would have preferred the Bayverse one from the Sam trilogy, or the one from Bumblebee/RotB.
@@hachiroku24 Pretty much all of the new Expert sets have seen sequels - the blocky G1 designs definitely lend themselves most to a LEGO adaptation, but if they do go for another in this series later on, it would indeed be seriously interesting to see the live-action detailing style in LEGO form.
Saw another review and it appears his legs can already do those things , with the exception of the knee bend. I'm sure some lego wizards will find a way and upload it
This is so clean and studless it looks more like a MOC than an official Lego set. Good job Lego
If I heard it correctly, it was kind of a MOC, a former TF Hasbro designer who loved Legos built this and then when he changed jobs to be a Lego Designer he presented this idea, which then became the Lego set
@@StealthBeeKid intresting
Honestly I prefer a bit more studs, looks too much like a toy figure to me than Lego. But I guess that's stellar job on designers. Just want biiiiit more studs.
It’s Lego mp44
@@talantedslayerrebooted1750 agreed
The head on this is incredibly accurate for being made of LEGO!
I just don't like how small space is between the eyes.
@@Nick_MG yea I feel if they changed the head design to somehow have the print on a 1x3 it would make the eyes look better, however it wouldn’t match how the head would look
@@Lookman646 Maybe if they spread the eyes out a bit more on that print, it may have looked better. There’s definitely still a small bit of room there.
The only way the eyes probably could have looked their best is if LEGO made a new face brick mold that was in the shape of Optimus’s face and mask. But so long as LEGO doesn’t see a need to make a new mold, they’ll find a shortcut with the pieces they have.
@@jaydonmagan4694 true, a new mold would look best
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I really like how the gun becomes the trailer hitch, I'm surprised no official figures have thought of doing that because it actually works out fantastically. Also to be completely honest I think I'm gonna buy a bunch of extra parts to make the blue parts the regular LEGO blue instead of dark blue, would just look a lot better to me personally.
it would bump it up to being closer to the G1 Sunbow Cartoon than the dark blue which is derived from the G1 toy (plus change the silver drum laquered 1x2 cheese slopes to blue to make it more accurate, as both the toy and cartoon didn't have it).
only thing that is a problem is the printed forehead piece, which I think a custom sticker can substitute for the detail.
@@michyoungie You're sure it's printed? I assumed it was a sticker
EDIT: Oh just checked the video and yeah it is, that sucks -~-
@@michyoungie I want to say this one is based somewhat on MP-10 hence the vents on the legs and the dark blue, and even the transformation is similar to it and the original G1 figure
Multiple versions of the Hasbro G1 optimus had that feature, it’s hardly new to the LEGO model,
@@josephsalvucci7316 Which? I've seen them store on the trailer hitch but never actually *become* it. And while I can't name every release, or name every G1 Optimus Prime mold ever made, I can tell the difference between almost all of them.
One of the best Lego play features I have ever seen in a Lego set
Yeah, just imagine that in a smaller scale with more moveability... like playsets but for adults each sold for 70 or 80-90 cash.
@@MeisterSchwabbo why can't they do that like do they think adults will only buy things for hundreds?
Like they did it again with the castle and space ship
@@n_ex13 i don't know, but let us hope this set sells so good, that they may do playsets.
I love that LEGO and Hasbro decided to let this be a real thing
And have the only real "partsforming" thing being swapping the bumper tile out for that waistband-piece, at that, too.
That's optional
I hope they don't make Lego mlp sets
@@JohnnyGearBot oh god i hope you didn't jinx that
If you ever make a trailer, could you also tackle the no knee joint problem
The knee is an easy fix specially since it's ok a ball joint
@@luisfernandopinetmontano2610 I think a ratchet would be better, considering the weight of primes torso.
Would you ever consider making a custom trailer for him?
Of course! This weekend probably,
@@hachiroku24 yesssssssssss
You know he will lego messed up leaving that out if it had that would maybe justify price
@@macdaddy2344 Would increase the price point a little bit much tho
The price point is already a big fail in the description of this video it says its $159.99 which is incorrect it's actually $259.99 with that price they should've considering its only 1500 pieces
Oh my God! They actually did it! The Madlads did it! Finally!
I love how the fact that this exists, is the selling point. It being halfway decent is just a bonus
Ironhide: Optimus, this set has been sold out, where are you going to find one now?
Optimus Prime: *Bricklink*
Optimus Prime: *_e b a y ._*
i've always wanted to see an official lego transformers set, and it's finally here, epic.
It’s what I’ve always dreamed of!
I love that they added the Matrix as well. That's amazing
Yeah except it’s supposed to be blue not orange.
Amazing set I still cant believe that Lego really made this. 😎💚
Can't believe they left the trailer out
@@macdaddy2344 yeah but if they added it it would cost much more. And i think its awesome even without it.
You think $259.99 is a good price for a semi truck even though the actual full character is a truck and semi trailer ? That would be like forgetting the caboose with a train or forgetting the engine car
Just my opinions
@@macdaddy2344 the set is only $170, but a trailer would bump that up significantly. Especially if they made it do all the battle platform stuff and added roller. I'm not saying a trailer wouldn't have been nice, but Optimus himself is the main important thing.
I always preferred the classic version of Optimus prime over the movie version. And this Lego design really does justice to its iconography.
Technically he was in a movie. The only movie that counts. The 1986 animated film. GOAT.
@@scott-richardson 😁
I took the 5:43 frame to PS and took the "Mouth protection" piece up by half stud, I don't know if it's possible over the real model, maybe just if it has hollow studs under it; but doing such a tweek compressed the the head in heigh, giving it a more sleek appearance. I also try in PS with flipping that same piece so the angle went upward, it also looks good and helps the flat eyes piece to merge with the rest of the face, but again it depends on whats below that piece. I love the model and would accept no knee articulation, but the head is not quite there for me.
This has Instantly become my next lego set to buy, I love everything about it and it combines two of my favorite toys. And I don’t have to take it apart to transform it🤩🤩🤩
Yes. YES. YEEESSSS!!!!
I swear, I’m as hyped about this as Benny is about building spaceships. This set is GORGEOUS!
As a transformers and lego fan I see this as the one of the most perfect lego sets
I can’t wait to see various Mocs on how people would do the trailer and the repaints (Nemesis,shatter glass etc.)
I'm already planning on modding one to make Mazinger Z (or Mazinkaiser)
I’m gonna be completely honest, I always assumed that if they ever officially did this it would be a parts-formy mess, but this is incredible! Do you know how tall it is?
it's very tall of a TF figure, it's much bigger than MP01 and that guy was already 31cm tall, I'd say about 35 to 40cm or 15 inches
@@StealthBeeKid ha ha thanks!
35cm/13.5in
13.5 inches exactly. If you have the delorean, it’s the same as it’s length
I absolutely love this set! Hopefully they make more LEGO transformers like Soundwave and Star-scream
Personally, I'd like to see one for Grimlock.
Would love to see like Bay-verse Megatron or StarScream of this from you using techniques from this set, also could you do a titanfall 2 MOC of a titan?
Rip BT
Eeeew bay verse starscream 🤮
@@WalnutAnimations yeah it's sucks
Just going to say, if they make a G1 Sideswipe set later on, that rocket pack should… nay, MUST be able to fit on him, too.
You're living my dream! This set is amazing! Awesome video 😎👍
I can't wait to get this! I hope Lego makes more Transformers, love to see Bumblebee or Megatron next!
They would probably do Sound Wave or Star Scream as megatron is really hard
I can’t wait for the Optimus Prime set to come out 😁😃😃😃
This model will be straight in my collection!😁
Legit one of the coolest lego designs ever made. And when I say it I mean it. I’m gonna have to drop 160 bucks but I might as well do it on this right 😂
The set is amazing! I might check my own parts to see what I might still need, I dont mind the dark blue but in my mind regular blue is closer to the series back when I was a kid! Cant wait to see you make the trailer!
What?
This is OFFICIAL!?!?
Im going to buy this asap
U can't til June 1st where have u been this isn't new news
Dude your videos are peaceful and strait to the point. Earned a sub
I can't believe this is real. Some of the first channels I followed on YT were Lego channels that built their own Transformers & made them transform with little to no parts forming. I was so disappointed when Kre-O weren't able to make their transformers transform. This is amazing.
If this line continues i imagine they'll do Bumblebee or Soundwave next. I'm wondering how they'll do Megatron since he can't be a gun anymore. Tank? Jet? Truck? Probably a tank if the WFC trilogy & the Devastation game are anything to go by.
Can't make Megs a tank if TLG wants to stand by their set content guidelines.
@@Perradocx Yeah I guess he'd be a Jet then.
I was thinking they can "take" G1 Galvatron's cannon emplacement alt mode and reuse that for Megs, or the animated helicopter as that is rather simple plus animated Megs is already close to G1
Soundwave should go next, he is already a brick in both modes it's not going to be hard
@@StealthBeeKid I feel Starscream would be better imo
I like how this is more accurate then the actual transformers toy figures
4:11 the iconic transforming sound 🔥
Now that we know Lego and Hasbro are willing to collaborate, I really hope this means we get a Lego Power Rangers set one day. Even if it's just the original MMPR Megazord
Ayo ma boy got that early access I’m just so excited to buy this its a little from the the movie but its g1 Optimus so badass
Its just like the original toy! I still have that one from years ago. Just wow!
Crazy thing is I remember getting the Kreo Megatron when they were making them 10 years ago, always been more of a Lego fan and just got the set anyways. But deep down I kinda wished Lego would transformers sets since I was a kid. I obviously didn’t think that would happen because Kreo had the license for what seemed like forever. Let’s just say I was at disbelief when I heard about this. But what I can say now is that I was a kid then having to wait to get these sets with my dad now I’m much older with money I’ve worked to earn, might just buy this to fulfill that sort of childhood wish.
Would you consider making a smaller version "minifigure..isss" side?
Also do you think it would be possible to MOD this version so he could have bendable knees?
I'd say it's pretty easy to add some knees in there, it's already balljoints so it's just a matter of reorganizing the lower leg assembly, but that may affect the Truck stability so maybe that's why they didn't do it
Got it today and finished building it a few hours ago. I can’t believe it exists, it’s amazing!
I hope we'll get a Megatron to face him, or maybe even a Devastator style combiner !
And honestly, we got Voltron, we got Optimus, I really do hope that we'll get a Dino-Megazord one day, it'd be dope.
No way they do Megatron. If they do they won't have him transform into a gun Because Lego is lame and won't do guns in that regard.
But if by some chance they do and he does transform into his gun mode I'd definitely buy 2 without a doubt one to build and one to keep sealed because that set would be worth so much money.
If they did Daizyujin, especially Ultimate Daizyujin, I would be so happy!
That looks cool love it
I myself honestly still could not believe that Lego and Hasbro had finally made the deal and be able to pull this off!
Question: is there a way to give this guy bendable legs (back and forth) with the pieces available in the set (maybe like removing pieces that block the knee)?
Just wow!
This set is incredible, I love it.
I didn't grow up with transformers but I'll admit it's really cool!
Can't wait to see a moc to give the knees a bend
One of 2022’s most *REVOLUTIONARY LEGO SETS*
I know how good your moc’s are, hope to see a trailer build sometime in the future!!!
Woah this is way better than id have ever expected
I am not a huge Transformer Person but this is SWEET. I am really considering getting a set now, super clean set from Lego.
I love all your builds you must have a lot of effort in they're the best builds I've ever seen
This is literally my childhood dream set. I might have to buy just because I know a younger me would have loved to have it!
Would love to see a mod to get a knee bend without compromising the look/car mode stability. Think you’re up for the challenge?
U know he will
When I first read it wouldn't have had articulates knees I instantly thought of him. But personally I don't see it as a major downpoint because the set itself is awesome
Down point is no trailer and only 1500 pieces for $259.99 ya it transforms and all but that's pretty steep greedy prices
Truck looks clean on display but I can't help but think it looks odd missing the trailer all other models I have of him even the first original it has trailer just sticks out to me
@@claudioconforti5608 I agree I’m still buying this 100% and might try to mess with it myself, but hachi is the goat so I’m sure he could come up with something light years better than mine
That's cool, bro! I love it! 😎👍
Waiting for Megatron Lego! 😎
I plan to build some digital Lego displays, hopefully they work out.
Do you keep your builds standing, or take em apart for more ideas?
This is more of a masterpiece than MP44, and it is less than half the price??? Im sold
I wish lego will release a Megatron set so they could have a battle
This set looks really awesome!
It looks really nice! They did a great job with smooth tiles and the transforming, but I’ll pass at that price range. If they release Megatron or Soundwave, then that’s another story. 😅
Please make a lego creator set style g1 Megatron please
Excellent set, and presentation.
It is truly the year of Lego Optimus Prime. Transform and roll out!
#yearoflegooptimusprime
If anyone can add power functions to make this thing transform by remote control, it’s YOU.
You can do it. I have faith. I BELIEVE IN YOU! 😂
So glad it’s generation 1
That's probably the most popular choice, but I'm not gonna lie, I would have preferred the Bayverse one from the Sam trilogy, or the one from Bumblebee/RotB.
@@hachiroku24 Pretty much all of the new Expert sets have seen sequels - the blocky G1 designs definitely lend themselves most to a LEGO adaptation, but if they do go for another in this series later on, it would indeed be seriously interesting to see the live-action detailing style in LEGO form.
“Autobots … Roll out!” 🤩👍✨
Make the gonk power cruiser from the skywalker saga.
i wasn't expecting this masterpiece
This is an absolutely beautiful set. There aren’t enough brick-built figure sets.
Would you ever consider making a tutorial on making knees for Papa Prime?
🎶You've got The Touch, you've got the power!🎶
this is such an awesome set
where do you get so many details and this color?
Awesome Set LEGO
That's A. : )
*MASTERPIECE*
Keep it up
How awesome would a Unicron set be, obviously it would probably cost £600 but would be amazing
That’s GREAT! Finally it happened❤️
Turned out sm better than I thought it would
Right after your barn find Optimus, love it
Is it possible to mod his legs to go forward and back, spread in and out, or even a knee bend?
Saw another review and it appears his legs can already do those things , with the exception of the knee bend. I'm sure some lego wizards will find a way and upload it
I hope that there will be a whole theme of these
Finally you can build an official lego Optimus Prime!! I builded too many Years ago (in 2017) but he couldn't Transform.
Lego optimus prime that even transforms! FUN FUNNNTASTIC!
First Kreo now Lego We’re closer to the future and better than it seems
I need to transform and roll out to my local Lego store.
The little hole on top of the blaster just begs for you to make a custom trailer for it.
you should make a video upgrading it and giving it more articulation
Hope you make a custom trailer to accompany it, this set is literally perfect, can’t wait to get it myself
Way better than when Kreo took a stab at making an Optimus Prime
I wonder if he’s gonna do a room tour
Can't wait for 100 years in the the future, when Lego is basically nanotech
Amazing reviewing and good set i love it 👍🏻💯💓
Soundwave next Lego!!! Please. With laserbeak and savage removable tapes.
It’s already out!?
June 1st.
I really wanna see a Shattered Glass Optimus build
I know this is TOTALLY off topic, but, you’re the best person to ask…Have you come up with a fix or alternate build for the Garganatos Showdown set?
No. I actually forgot I owned that set xd
@@hachiroku24 glad I reminded you. Hopefully, ya do something creative with it. Thanks as always!
This feels like asmr with the clicking sounds
It's amazing, what a good collaboration
Now for a trailer with roller to complete this, if not official there will be mocs.