4:24 I like how they did two figures on opposite sides of the G1 spectrum. We have one that is based off of the toy and one based off of the actual animation model.
This figure is articulated enough for collectors to display, and the transformation is kid-friendly enough to be played with. Truly one of the Optimus Prime toys of all time.
Because they probably bought the missing link and it’s been made pretty much obsolete now that we have a Deluxe G1 Toy Optimus that does all the same for less
I've been waiting for months to see you review this ever since I saw the first official photos of this amazing figure and yes...this is an absolute must have. I'm gonna buy at least 2 maybe 3. I was surprised that there was no wrist articulation. Looking at the transformation, I can see why it wasn't there. Thank you for reviewing him, you also inspired to to buy the ss44 back in 2019 and the apc toys attack prime
Nice review. Much smaller than I was expecting. The second gun, that's the one I had with my vintage G1 Prime. Didn't know the OG Prime had that "cartoon accurate" gun. Got him on pre-order so looking forward to getting him.
He doesn't scale with any specific group of figures, but I feel that he's more of a novelty item than part of any line, come Christmas I'll be giving him as a present to a a few friends who don't collect figures but do have fond memories of the old toys.
Even though this figure looks so much like the OG toy, I do appreciate the little tweaks in proportions in comparison, like the shorter forearms and thicker thighs. Also didn't expect them to bother giving him a waist swivel, very much appreciated!
Hey PrimeVsPrime i found a video/Short called "Things that belong in the trash" by Auto reviews and the thumbnail is your pfp and it shows in the video for 2 seconds also check the comments that got replied by Autobot reviews just a heads also i love the video keep up the work
@@PrimeVsPrime I can take a pic of the box I have with me and post it on my community posts to help make ur search slightly easier. I think it's an Amazon exclusive thing. I might be wrong tho.
@LastBastian I think so. It doesn't really mention any other website. And when I say exclusive, I mean it's only being sold only on Amazon by choice of the seller. Not a special figure type of thing. I can post the box on my community post at around 9pm tonight
I actually think this is better because it's hell of lot cheaper but can still be extremely dynamic and accurate, and you don't have to worry about chipping chrome
90$ but don't have waist swivel? Oh wow Takara, just wow... edit: nvm guys I just found out ML has waist swivel too, but still I’d take this one any day rather than ML
Finally, a positive review for this figure! I'm officially even more hyped to get mine in later this month! Also, I believe you missed that the smokestacks can actually be removed from the shoulders, being attached only by 5mm ports.
Got the original toy for Christmas a few years ago, as my dad had the original Optimus when he was a kid, and got this one so we could sort of “share it”. So excited to get this new interpretation of Optimus. Even to this day my dad is a massive fan of Transformers and will always get any G1 Soundwave available as long as he’s the cassette player! So glad i could share the love of this series with him
Awh that’s really cool! This is such a great idea. Taking the older, original designs and updating them for the newer generation to experience is awesome!
I actually really like the scale of this prime. He may be a lil tiny but I don't see an issue with that if they can pack that much articulation into it.
can the energon axe fit in earthrise prime hand? and i wish they would use the g1 Universe Quake to give us a G1 Universe Deluxe Megatron, sense they cant really give us the gun mode megatron
@@smittzero8463 only thing im hoping for with the studios series figure is 2 things, a good Looking Robot mode and Megatron to at least come with a Gun mode accessory because that gun mode Megatron that comes in the centurion drone pack is ridiculously rare now
@@scottduncan5525 Classic Hasbro distribution. A not-dead Earthrise Prowl is still stupidly expensive because they're rereleasing common figures like Perceptor and Blaster instead of core characters with known distribution issues. I would be surprised if SS86 Megatron didn't come with his gun mode as an accessory though. They already have a handful of Autobot figures intended to be on the receiving end of it.
@@smittzero8463 honestly im still surpsied 86 Starscream didnt come with a Gun Mode Megatron, different scene yes but given its possibly the only Starscream on recent times (mass market in stores) plus around that time we did get the 2 packs of battle damage Autobots, why not
@@scottduncan5525 I guess Starscream already came with a bunch of accessories. There's a lot they could give Megatron but his Fusion Cannon (ideally a telescoping one similar to Robosen), his Energon Mace and his gun mode should be the top priorities. Maybe the pistol he uses against Optimus Prime, but that could be included with the SS86 Blitzwing repaint.
1. Thanks for the video. 2. I love the idea of Legacy United, or at least as I imagine/understand it: a 40th anniversary celebration of the "Legacy" Transformers toys "united" together under one toy line. 3. When we saw G1 Prime with those yellow eyes bursting out of a portal, I was HYPED to no end... only to see that he was shorter than comic book Wolverine. I am so disappointed.
While he has flaws like the lack of wrist swivels, and the possibility that his rubber tires will likely suffer a similar problem to the tires seen on Legacy Beachcomber and Legacy Sandstorm, he's an worthy and affordable alternative to the Missing Link.
@@PrimeVsPrime Given that Beachcomber's PVC rubber tires could stick and chip off paint details from other figures if one stores him in contact with them, that this issue may plagued Sandstorm as well. So if I do get Legacy G1 Universe Optimus Prime, I may will have to keep his tires away by having him at an reasonable distance.
I honestly might like the way he looks more than the missing link one like sure missing link is directly based on ths og toy but this is a great update
This looks like one of my favourite figures ever. Yes, I am easy to please. Iconic design with more compact robot body and fair animation accuracy, throw all that in with a VERY GOOD price and you sold it to me.
What a neat figure! Especially after seeing how pricey the Missing Link was! This should be easier on the wallet AND easier to find! Great video! 👍🏾 🚛 🤖
Fantastic review PrimeVsPrime!! I'm really impressed with how accurate this figure is compared to G1 Optimus Prime. Fingers crossed that we get a deluxe class Megatron to stand opposite this Optimus Prime figure. Keep on being amazing.
I mean, it’s really not that bad of a figure. Sure it doesn’t have as much articulation as a modern figure but no one can deny its importance and iconicity.
Well, it is the founder of Optimus prime figures, so it's one of the most important ones, just like the Earthrise figure as that one got the most decos and parts used across various prime figures, the 86 figure hasn't cemented his place, yet and could just be another one off and forgotten as another figure appears that is better
The fact that it's compatible with the G1 trailer? I LOVE THIS! I have a fragile G1 Optimus which I think is a KO so this will be awesome to play around with. Thanks!!
I went to my local Walmart in Solom underneath the shelves halfway out of his box and the box was ripped like these people are literally trying to steal just to get them
I also noticed the tires have writing on them. It says “Cybertron Radial” and then some junk I can’t read. I thought this figure was coming out in January but boy was I wrong. I saw it at my local Walmart today while looking for the TF One Optimus mask and snatched this boi right up. Do not regret buying it.
Hope this one is actually available without resorting to paying scalpers. If I can get one, I plan on chroming the front bumper. Painting the smoke stacks and rims silver, and paint the lights on top of his cab 👍
If they were going to make improvements to the mold, they should have tucked away the sides of the bumper in bot mode. Really glad to see something like the hand transforming mechanism from MP-10 here, that was always brilliant and ideal.
Nice figure at all! I´ll try to catch it, because i may not be able to affort for SS86 Optimus Prime... anyway, really like the review! The best feature i think, are the two blasters.
Great review and detailed as always. I can understand the missing link as an updated G1 if it was done with current tech but this one is a head-scratcher for me. At first, I thought this was a slightly cheaper version of the missing link with lesser paint. The look/design is too old for me and I'm just waiting for the commander class prime to arrive to replace the older versions. But I think Hasbro is close to finishing that whole g1 line-up and are trying to re-do the whole roster again with this nostalgic design with updated articulation. This is a pass for me but I'm okay with it.
legacy g1 prime is one of the only legacy united figures I genuinely am interested in, I pre-ordered him yesterday on bbts and he'll probably be a nice desk toy
I want this figure not only because it’s cool but to have my Dad experience the OG Optimus Prime figure since he grew up in the 80s
Oh wow this would be like coming full circle! This is so accurate yet can articulate amazingly well!
DID HE HAVE THE OG FUGURE TOO LIKE MY DAD!
That's sweet man :)
You guys are making me feel old.
My dad also had the OG Optimus when he was 6 or 7 years old my dad would love this!
4:24 I like how they did two figures on opposite sides of the G1 spectrum. We have one that is based off of the toy and one based off of the actual animation model.
This figure is articulated enough for collectors to display, and the transformation is kid-friendly enough to be played with. Truly one of the Optimus Prime toys of all time.
Definitely gonna get him I want a fun optimus prime toy in mine desk (little)
He is such a good desk toy! I’m constantly flipping back & forth from Truck mode! 🤩
@@PrimeVsPrime whare did you get it from
How many Optimus Prime toys do you need?
me: All of them. All the good ones, anyway.
I love how Optimus just drops the Matrix while the camera is slowly zooming out. Thank you for brightening my evening.
I still don't see why some people hate this guy, it's literally an affordable missing link that anyone can buy. WHY DO PEOPLE HATE THAT IDEA?!
Cause they are non transformers fans
It's probably those people that think that if they want to get the original toy just get the original toy mindset which is stupid
Maybe it’s because they think this is a bit of a lazy idea, compared to new designs with different play features like armada Optimus
Because they probably bought the missing link and it’s been made pretty much obsolete now that we have a Deluxe G1 Toy Optimus that does all the same for less
Well i dont like it so ill pass it’s not like we need to like and the same stuff
I'm so hyped to get this dude next month. He looks absolutely amazing
He is so good! Especially for the price point!
I've been waiting for months to see you review this ever since I saw the first official photos of this amazing figure and yes...this is an absolute must have. I'm gonna buy at least 2 maybe 3. I was surprised that there was no wrist articulation. Looking at the transformation, I can see why it wasn't there.
Thank you for reviewing him, you also inspired to to buy the ss44 back in 2019 and the apc toys attack prime
Ah thank you very much for awaiting my review! I’m glad you like it! SS44 is awesome!
You kept teasing this figure a lot and it paid off. Love it.
Thank you very much for watching! I’m glad you liked it!
missing link optimus prime in walmart:
Maybe better in some ways too! You won’t have to worry about chipping chrome with this one!
@@PrimeVsPrime and it finally has a little back cover.
6:39 "I am Optisus Prime!"
Nice review. Much smaller than I was expecting. The second gun, that's the one I had with my vintage G1 Prime. Didn't know the OG Prime had that "cartoon accurate" gun. Got him on pre-order so looking forward to getting him.
This is the way of hasbro saying "yes we can make a fully articulated G1 toys but the question is will the collectors love it "
The definitive desktop buddy, can't wait for him
He doesn't scale with any specific group of figures, but I feel that he's more of a novelty item than part of any line, come Christmas I'll be giving him as a present to a a few friends who don't collect figures but do have fond memories of the old toys.
Anyone else notice how every rubber tire has “cybertron radial” molded in?
Even though this figure looks so much like the OG toy, I do appreciate the little tweaks in proportions in comparison, like the shorter forearms and thicker thighs. Also didn't expect them to bother giving him a waist swivel, very much appreciated!
The best G1 cartoon Optimus figure (ss86) AND the best g1 toy Optimus figure both in the same year? We eatin' good.
Finally, a U.S. version of the Missing Link Optimus Prime
Ikr?! One that is also wayyyy more affordable
ONE SHALL STAND ONE SHALL FALL!
Imagine if they gave us a deluxe Megatron!🤩
@@PrimeVsPrime that would be great! but they'd probably make it a takara exclusive
@@PrimeVsPrime or the rest in this scale
@@PrimeVsPrimethat would be great, imagine that being a whole line of remade g1 transformers
Maybe ONE more Optimus wouldn't hurt...
You can never have TOO many optimus primes
😅
he can finally hit the g1 box art pose after 40 years
Haha yes! 😆
Definetly getting this. My dream however is a 1:18 scale release of optimus! With room for a 1:18 figure
It's on Amazon prime now
That would be 1:1 scale
Hey PrimeVsPrime i found a video/Short called "Things that belong in the trash" by Auto reviews and the thumbnail is your pfp and it shows in the video for 2 seconds also check the comments that got replied by Autobot reviews just a heads also i love the video keep up the work
Hey mate! Thanks for letting me know! Sadly there’s not much I can do lol! Haters gonna hate 🤷🏼♂️😆
Srry I’m late, hit a lil traffic(mowing the lawn)
😆 thanks for stopping by mate!
read this in bee's voice
same
Boomer detected
hello, recognize me?
Hey, did u hear about a KO SS ROTF Megatron Figure that comes with the DNA kits fully installed and has a blast effect?
I didn’t! I’ll have to do some research! Thanks for the heads up!
@@PrimeVsPrime I can take a pic of the box I have with me and post it on my community posts to help make ur search slightly easier. I think it's an Amazon exclusive thing. I might be wrong tho.
@@transveiwer An Amazon exclusive KO??
@LastBastian I think so. It doesn't really mention any other website. And when I say exclusive, I mean it's only being sold only on Amazon by choice of the seller. Not a special figure type of thing. I can post the box on my community post at around 9pm tonight
Yay they remembered the most important accessory the matrix of leadership
Yes! Glad they included it!🙏🏻🔥
Overcharge spotted! 9:20
5:40 I will say some may need to be careful, mine was pretty stiff and it almost felt like I was gonna snap the plastic.
same here
i saw someone compare it to missing link and calling the dlux bad
ITS A DELUX 25$ VS 90$ OFC THE MISSING LINKS GOING TO BE BETTER
Chefatron
I actually think this is better because it's hell of lot cheaper but can still be extremely dynamic and accurate, and you don't have to worry about chipping chrome
90$ but don't have waist swivel? Oh wow Takara, just wow...
edit: nvm guys I just found out ML has waist swivel too, but still I’d take this one any day rather than ML
@@LookOut_One-lv8qr I think it's 120 on Hasbro Pulse
It’s been a while since I waited for that review !!! And I’m in love with that figure 🔥✨
Thank you very much! 🔥
The proportions on this guy…the size too and his big eyes…he’s adorable!!!
great video man hope your well... cant wait for more videos
Thank you very much! You too!
Finally, a positive review for this figure! I'm officially even more hyped to get mine in later this month! Also, I believe you missed that the smokestacks can actually be removed from the shoulders, being attached only by 5mm ports.
Got the original toy for Christmas a few years ago, as my dad had the original Optimus when he was a kid, and got this one so we could sort of “share it”. So excited to get this new interpretation of Optimus. Even to this day my dad is a massive fan of Transformers and will always get any G1 Soundwave available as long as he’s the cassette player! So glad i could share the love of this series with him
Awh that’s really cool! This is such a great idea. Taking the older, original designs and updating them for the newer generation to experience is awesome!
One of the best Optimus primes
Definitely a really good figure!🤩
Best Optimus, besides the SS 112 movie figure
I actually really like the scale of this prime. He may be a lil tiny but I don't see an issue with that if they can pack that much articulation into it.
Amazing video I love it
Thank you very much!❤️
can the energon axe fit in earthrise prime hand? and i wish they would use the g1 Universe Quake to give us a G1 Universe Deluxe Megatron, sense they cant really give us the gun mode megatron
The upcoming Quake's vehicle mode is a disaster, so no. But I'm hoping that SS86 Megatron takes some cues from the Robosen Megatron.
@@smittzero8463 only thing im hoping for with the studios series figure is 2 things, a good Looking Robot mode and Megatron to at least come with a Gun mode accessory because that gun mode Megatron that comes in the centurion drone pack is ridiculously rare now
@@scottduncan5525 Classic Hasbro distribution. A not-dead Earthrise Prowl is still stupidly expensive because they're rereleasing common figures like Perceptor and Blaster instead of core characters with known distribution issues. I would be surprised if SS86 Megatron didn't come with his gun mode as an accessory though. They already have a handful of Autobot figures intended to be on the receiving end of it.
@@smittzero8463 honestly im still surpsied 86 Starscream didnt come with a Gun Mode Megatron, different scene yes but given its possibly the only Starscream on recent times (mass market in stores) plus around that time we did get the 2 packs of battle damage Autobots, why not
@@scottduncan5525 I guess Starscream already came with a bunch of accessories. There's a lot they could give Megatron but his Fusion Cannon (ideally a telescoping one similar to Robosen), his Energon Mace and his gun mode should be the top priorities. Maybe the pistol he uses against Optimus Prime, but that could be included with the SS86 Blitzwing repaint.
I like how you showed a pic of g1 gun Megatron when u mentioned g1 companion pieces you'd like to see
'The LEGEND' is back.
K totally sold on this guy, I hope some third party company can make a cool trailer/roller combo later to fully equip him
That would be awesome! I definitely think we will see this again with a new trailer!🤩
I’m sure some 3rd party will
I prefer the look of this guy over the missing link imo. He just looks cleaner and is more affordable
Proportionally is better too!🔥
Bro love the vids cause you don't beat your figures with a pencil (chefatron)
Amen!
1. Thanks for the video.
2. I love the idea of Legacy United, or at least as I imagine/understand it: a 40th anniversary celebration of the "Legacy" Transformers toys "united" together under one toy line.
3. When we saw G1 Prime with those yellow eyes bursting out of a portal, I was HYPED to no end... only to see that he was shorter than comic book Wolverine. I am so disappointed.
Me and my uncle love watching your videos! You just earned yourself a subscriber Mr transformers super genius.
While he has flaws like the lack of wrist swivels, and the possibility that his rubber tires will likely suffer a similar problem to the tires seen on Legacy Beachcomber and Legacy Sandstorm, he's an worthy and affordable alternative to the Missing Link.
Oh those figures have issue with their rubber tires? Mine have held up fine so far 🙏🏻
@@PrimeVsPrime Given that Beachcomber's PVC rubber tires could stick and chip off paint details from other figures if one stores him in contact with them, that this issue may plagued Sandstorm as well. So if I do get Legacy G1 Universe Optimus Prime, I may will have to keep his tires away by having him at an reasonable distance.
You got the touch, You got the Power!!!!!!! Yeah
🔥🔥🔥
This is a cute substitute for the Missing Link version. I'll be happy to have both. Doubt I'll get the tiny Mattel one and Walmart reissue version
Yeah unfortunately I couldn’t justify the ridiculous price of the Hot Wheels version either
I honestly might like the way he looks more than the missing link one like sure missing link is directly based on ths og toy but this is a great update
Great alternative for the people who can’t afford the missing link version!
this is pretty much exactly what I wanted when I was a kid.
Love it man looks amazing 🔥review was great 👌
This looks like one of my favourite figures ever. Yes, I am easy to please. Iconic design with more compact robot body and fair animation accuracy, throw all that in with a VERY GOOD price and you sold it to me.
Thanks for yet another excellent review!
When this guy was revealed, I had been thinking, "How and where are the hands going to go." Nice to know how the hands work.❤😊
100000% is a grab.
On my Birthday!? This video is definitely a banger present 👌
Happy birthday! Thank you for taking the time to watch my review!❤️
What a neat figure! Especially after seeing how pricey the Missing Link was!
This should be easier on the wallet AND easier to find! Great video! 👍🏾 🚛 🤖
I’m so excited to get this one it looks so good
It’s epic! 🤩🔥
"We Have Missing Link Optimus At Home" looks great!
Fantastic review PrimeVsPrime!! I'm really impressed with how accurate this figure is compared to G1 Optimus Prime. Fingers crossed that we get a deluxe class Megatron to stand opposite this Optimus Prime figure. Keep on being amazing.
Hot take: the original g1 Optimus is still one of the best Optimus Prime figure
I mean, it’s really not that bad of a figure. Sure it doesn’t have as much articulation as a modern figure but no one can deny its importance and iconicity.
Well, it is the founder of Optimus prime figures, so it's one of the most important ones, just like the Earthrise figure as that one got the most decos and parts used across various prime figures, the 86 figure hasn't cemented his place, yet and could just be another one off and forgotten as another figure appears that is better
@@superomegaprimemk2 I do think the 86 could cement itself there but hey, it just shows we’ve had a lot of good prime figures. We’re pretty lucky
Is it a hot take?
when I got my ss rhinox I immediately thought “the engineering on these hands would be great for g1 prime” so im very happy to see hasbro agreeing
I hope I get it so I can show my dad how far the transformers gone since the 80's
The fact that it's compatible with the G1 trailer? I LOVE THIS! I have a fragile G1 Optimus which I think is a KO so this will be awesome to play around with. Thanks!!
I’m happy to get both the commander Optimus and this one too!😊🎉🎉🎉🎉
Oh nice one! Lucky!
@@PrimeVsPrime What’s your favorite OP, 86 or Legacy United G1?
@@PrimeVsPrimeAre you excited for the Walmart Capsule line in celebration of the anniversary for Transformers: Cybertron?
still no upward ankle tilt? good lord that’s unacceptable
The mold is great, but if we could flip the front wheels into the torso and remove the thing from the waist it would be a great optimus mold
Who need the $200 hot wheel when you can have THIS!
I went to my local Walmart in Solom underneath the shelves halfway out of his box and the box was ripped like these people are literally trying to steal just to get them
"Missing Link at Home" Optimus Prime.
Your reviews are awesome
I also noticed the tires have writing on them. It says “Cybertron Radial” and then some junk I can’t read. I thought this figure was coming out in January but boy was I wrong. I saw it at my local Walmart today while looking for the TF One Optimus mask and snatched this boi right up. Do not regret buying it.
Honestly.. Since I can't find any voyager prime... I'll make this my main prime until I find that earthrise.
Amazon has it. If you have like a hundred dollars.
you should track down the ss86 prime for that money
My main Prime is still the Classics Voyager, others are still too expensive
He has the touch
Absolutely!🔥
Hope this one is actually available without resorting to paying scalpers. If I can get one, I plan on chroming the front bumper. Painting the smoke stacks and rims silver, and paint the lights on top of his cab 👍
Looks awesome, Hope we see a repaint in ultra magnus or Nemesis prime
I hope if we do get a g1 universe ultra magnus, it'll be a voyager or leader so we could get the armour
Hi PrimevsPrime. Whats your next review? I would love to see galaxy shuttle next
Missing link on a budget
Looking out for the plebs. Gotta love it
Def buying this, great review!
If they were going to make improvements to the mold, they should have tucked away the sides of the bumper in bot mode.
Really glad to see something like the hand transforming mechanism from MP-10 here, that was always brilliant and ideal.
Nice figure at all! I´ll try to catch it, because i may not be able to affort for SS86 Optimus Prime... anyway, really like the review! The best feature i think, are the two blasters.
Just ordered this puppy can't wait 😊
Great review and detailed as always. I can understand the missing link as an updated G1 if it was done with current tech but this one is a head-scratcher for me. At first, I thought this was a slightly cheaper version of the missing link with lesser paint. The look/design is too old for me and I'm just waiting for the commander class prime to arrive to replace the older versions. But I think Hasbro is close to finishing that whole g1 line-up and are trying to re-do the whole roster again with this nostalgic design with updated articulation. This is a pass for me but I'm okay with it.
“I am Optimus Prime!”
I am.Alpharius
Very cool video primevsprime
I'm definitely getting this. I already have him on pre-ordered 😊.
I never expected the original g1 toy to be upgraded and have better articulation 😮
Ikr?! It’s an awesome concept! I really hope it can be explored in the future!
Kinda wish the smokestacks were painted and the Matrix was green for the Marvel Comics reference, but all in all it looks phenomenal
Some silver smokestacks would’ve been ace! But I think the budget probably went to the accessories
I cant wait, this will by my first Optimus prime figure lll ever pick up, looks great
legacy g1 prime is one of the only legacy united figures I genuinely am interested in, I pre-ordered him yesterday on bbts and he'll probably be a nice desk toy
I doubt that they'll do Megatron next due to U.S gun laws but it would be cool to see gow could they try.
I have an original G1 Optimus prime and it’s really scary to handle. If I can find this figure And if I can afford it, I’m 100% getting it
I already have way too many Optimus Primes, but i need this one!
Cool I love this figure
This is the most random thing Hasbro could’ve done and I love it
I've been waiting for a review, even though I already have the figure
Oh wow thank you! Did you agree with my thoughts?
Yup, absolutely and a great alternative for the missing link.
Damn he looks fire
Straight up!🔥🔥🔥
Ngl out of all the g1 primes, imo these one has the best forearms. Still weird we got alot of g1 toy primes this year haha
Agreed! The forearms on this are so much nicer! Even proportionally