Oh yes. And we’ll all be buying the fishing rod from Dr. Wu or shockwave’s lab or wheeljack’s lab when they show up then 86 hotrod will have literally everything the MP has and more.
I like that the mainline toys are chasing the Masterpiece aesthetic, and actually capturing much of it! It's way easier on the wallet and more sensible than the Masterpieces trying to be toys and failing.
Masterpieces are High End Collectables not Toys though. Only thing you can really do with them is Pose... Pose... Pose... Pose! I have MP's I have NEVER transformed out of Fear.
@@Fenris30 Exactly. Many MPs especially Takara include extra accessories, and they're transformable after all, which leads one to want to handle them and essentially "play" with them by changing them up at least somewhat regularly. But when you do, you risk scratching paint or breaking a tab or a joint. Frustrating.
Honestly... you're completely right. It's _mind boggling_ how far engineering has come that a *mass retail toy* does nearly everything that Masterpiece does and presents a _more accurate_ shape/silhouette/form at the same time. Definitely on my buy-on-sight list.
Hey we finally have a hot rod with screen accurate transformation, I always loved how his shoulders did a spin in the movie and cartoon but they never carried it over till now
"it's for that pose if you want to put him in that pose" And that's why this is the closest Mainline will get to Masterpiece if not surpassing it. I love this figure so much.
Literally JUST got this figure. It is, without doubt, the best Hot Rod figure ever made so far. If any of you grew up watching the TransFormers movie, I know you've had a huge wait for a figure this good.
I'm very impressed with the way the figure looks and how it is designed/engineered. I love that this figure was made with care and patience because I love when they take their time with the paint and actually gives us silver paint instead of gray plastic. If this is the standard throughout the studio series 86 line, I will be very happy and pleased and will gladly pay money for the figures!
20:55 Fully agree. Considering Studio Series Hot Rod costs less than HALF as much as Masterpiece Hot Rod but WITHOUT the giant backpack, he's the better option. And he comes with a display stand that you can use to hide the accessories you're not using.
I love your channel and videos. Anytime I pick up a new Transformer I pitch the instructions and watch your videos to figure out how to transform. You, sir, are a public service and a national treasure.
I just got this figure today and I have to say that it definitely gives the masterpiece version a run for it's money! And for all the accessories as well as the price!! I highly recommend 👌
Good god, the new Transformers are like complex puzzles to transform. It's truly amazing, especially having grown up with the fairly simple G1 toys. What a great figure!
finally got mine today and for anyone wondering: the matrix actually CAN store in the figure's chest. It's small enough, and the hollow cavity has the perfect amount of free real estate to hold it and close back up just fine! doesn't jiggle around in there either. it's not intentional storage obviously, but you can do it!
@@xblade4266 I just picked up Jazz, Kup, Blurr and Hotrod from Walmart… I like all of them and they absolutely got Hotrod right!! Can’t wait to find the others.
I totally agree. I thought this Hot Rod was like a mini masterpiece for a fraction of the price. I convinced my buddy who's been wanting the masterpiece version to buy this instead.
Ironically, not only is the chest visible on the underside accurate to the film (its always been mirrored), but the *entire arm transformation* is actually accurate as well. The entire front of the car actually spins around for transformation in the film, and I think this is the first time that's been done in a figure.
I just mine today! I’ve watched this before and decided I needed.m Hot Rod. Then after I got him I decided I needed to watch this again because you do SUCH a better job of explaining the transformation better than the directions!!
Must admit these are the first Studio Series bots I've been genuinely excited about. Pity they couldn't carve out a space in his chest to store the matrix, but as a figure he looks good. Be nice to see him next to Sergeant Kup.
This quite catched how he transforms after he fixed Kup at Quintessa in the movie, with the arms twisted round while transforming.. 😄 nice! *edit* Hope SS do Rodimus Prime, too!
I can't believe my luck today. I went to a mall for other unrelated things, went to the toy aisle, and there it was. Studio Series voyager Hot Rod next to the bike sisters and some first wave siege and first wave earthrise.... Usually in my country transformers release between 6 and 12 months after USA IF they even release. So I'm happy I got it the same day you published your review XD
Good review. I have the Walmart exclusive Vintage G1 Hot Rod and Reveal The Shield Hot Rod. The Reveal The Shield Hot Rod also came with Cyclonus and Nightstick as part of a double pack.
I looked up your video for this guy specifically to see if that right leg tab didn't want to snap tight (mine does not). Amazing that yours also didn't want to stay put. Gotta say - very intricate transformation despite the odd shortcoming. Quite the engineering.
2:40 I thought the hood will become the chest in robot mode. Haha! It's got a separate chest underneath (in vehicle mode) which was intentionally made similar to the hood. 8:33 / 9:57 Lotsa articulations going on around there in the forearm, calf and esp., for crying out loud, the back area. Demo video of toys like this made me realize that I need not buy Transformer toys to satisfy my curiosity on how these truly wonderful toys transform. I'll just replay the video to my heart's content and knock myself out. Indeed, these collection items never cease to amaze me.
I feel like this "Rise" thing is Prime's way of finding someone to take his place if he were to kick the bucket... or just a phase Prime is going through
I love this figure and I own all the Hot Rods/Rodimus figures with the exceptionof the DX9 Carry which I regret not getting. This is the ONLY Hot Rod they did the visor right on by making it dark enough to actually obscure his eyes. Great review
Take notice of all of the connector ports and the fact that the hood can rotate under the vehicle mode while open. Future Commander Class Rodimus Prime upscale kit possibly?
I wasn't sold on the idea of the Studio Series 86 line. Not that I had a problem with it, but I already have versions of the figures being released in it and didn't see the need to double dip. The fact that they're available in this month's Previews catalog and that I've ordered them is clear enough proof that I've changed my mind. Also, the fact that Hot Rod's Matrix isn't bloosh compatible may be more due to mold degradation or loose joints rather than the fact that it's not designed that way.
I'll admit, I wasn't crazy about this toy when it was first revealed, but seeing more and more of it over time... I am tempted to replace my TR Hot Rod with this.
Titans Return Hot Rod looked nothing like the movie animation, but they were going for a different aesthetic, which I appreciated, especially for the Headmasters and Targetmasters. I'm definitely getting this for it's screen accuracy and it certainly makes a great addition anyone's TF collection.
Is anyone else having trouble fully chipping the spoiler to both parts of his upper back? I can't make it sit flush and I'm worried that if I try any harder it'll break.
@@shady_the_one I have no idea how they will/would do it, only passing on rumours I have heard. Still, Jetfire and Sky Lynx sold out almost instantly over here so it wouldstill sell regardless. I also wouldn't compare mainline toys like Kingdom to the MP series as they are different entities and aimed at entirely different audiences (plus built using different budgets).
I got the figure for Christmas and there is a little extra space to put the matrix in his chest. It doesn't plug in; It rattles around in there, but at least you can put in his chest. I'm a year late saying this, but it works.
I think the two matrix pieces are identical in moulding, but Hot-Rod's is darker blue, with a little bit of degradation preventing his from holding effects parts.
Has anyone else had issues with the center "pipe" locking tab on the right forearm snapping off? I've had one already broken in the box, one broke on the first transformation, and another just broke on me after very, very carefully transforming it a few times. This feels like the same issue with the tabs on Cheetor and Blackarachnia, except that it actually seriously messes up how it looks in vehicle mode. That whole side ends up with a gap because it won't lock together without that tab.
UPDATE: If you rotate his other hand around it reveals his welder. Sorry I missed that.
Te reto a que hagas un vídeo en español = I challenge you to make a video in Spanish
Can the welder bloosh?
That's the question every one should be asking
@@nobleboivin8282 the question we've all been asking ourselves...
A big old welding BLOOOOOOOOOOOSH
Studio series 86 Hotrod has every accessory the masterpiece has, except 86 has the matrix, while masterpiece has a fishing rod.
So wildrider can snatch the matrix from ss86.
Brilliant.
Someone will probably make a fishing rod to 3d print
Oh yes. And we’ll all be buying the fishing rod from Dr. Wu or shockwave’s lab or wheeljack’s lab when they show up then 86 hotrod will have literally everything the MP has and more.
@@cavalierliberty6838 Or the fishing rod from the MP. The rod being the more important item, obvs.
Unlike the matrix, the fishing rod is what hot rod deserves. He killed prime and the interest for g1 transformers cartoon.
I like that the mainline toys are chasing the Masterpiece aesthetic, and actually capturing much of it! It's way easier on the wallet and more sensible than the Masterpieces trying to be toys and failing.
And also take up less space on the shelf and are cheaper and worth every buck
Masterpieces are High End Collectables not Toys though. Only thing you can really do with them is Pose... Pose... Pose... Pose! I have MP's I have NEVER transformed out of Fear.
@@Fenris30 Exactly. Many MPs especially Takara include extra accessories, and they're transformable after all, which leads one to want to handle them and essentially "play" with them by changing them up at least somewhat regularly. But when you do, you risk scratching paint or breaking a tab or a joint. Frustrating.
You got that right
And you don't have to be as carful when fiddling with them, since they're way cheaper and more available (in concept, f*ck scalpers)
Honestly... you're completely right.
It's _mind boggling_ how far engineering has come that a *mass retail toy* does nearly everything that Masterpiece does and presents a _more accurate_ shape/silhouette/form at the same time. Definitely on my buy-on-sight list.
I absolutely love how his arms spin during the transformation, just makes it a little bit more screen accurate
Hey we finally have a hot rod with screen accurate transformation, I always loved how his shoulders did a spin in the movie and cartoon but they never carried it over till now
I would have waited an eternity for this.
It’s finally over prime
Never (strikes Megatron with his hands together closed)
@@danielespinosa2051
Optimus… Forgive me.
@@etharchildres3976 I fear the wounds are... fatal
When you pulled out the Masterpiece Hot Rod, my jaw dropped. I totally agree with you man... that is cool!
I also agree. The MP version looks like it has a box for a body,.... with bonus backpack.
@@darrenbent7601 I mean the G1 designs are all boxy designs with exceptions
Mate, this thing is awesome. It's definitely knocking the masterpiece hotrod off the shelf for sure.
SS86 continuing on the WFC trilogy's tradition of essentially making mini, budget Masterpiece figures.
Can’t wait to get this figure
Can’t wait to get jazz got my Batman piggy bank and I’m have my chair and waiting till April
your end gags are getting funnier
you're just finally getting a sense of humor :)
@@emgo316 yes
"it's for that pose if you want to put him in that pose"
And that's why this is the closest Mainline will get to Masterpiece if not surpassing it. I love this figure so much.
Literally JUST got this figure. It is, without doubt, the best Hot Rod figure ever made so far. If any of you grew up watching the TransFormers movie, I know you've had a huge wait for a figure this good.
Seriously been waiting forever for you to review these.
4:29 He will drive around the streets of Cybertron cutting pizza.
Looks a bit like the USS Enterprise from Star Trek, with the disc up front and the fin on the back. Also, the weapons could be the phaser weapons....
@@darrenbent7601 Transformers is in the star trek universe confirmed XD
Not just *delivering* pizza, but *cutting* it, too
if you dont have the mp hot rod. This is a better replacement.
you can’t replace MP figure with a voyager figure! totally different
@@francowanta6880 not really? Because literally all I see between the MP and this is the price, extra details, and added accessories
I think it’s a little undersized. I do think the aesthetics of this one is better. Maybe a company will KO it and over size it with better hardware.
@@matineyang either way its gonna be in the collection for a long time hahah
Agree this figure is amazing and it got a taper chest that the masterpiece lacks
I'm very impressed with the way the figure looks and how it is designed/engineered. I love that this figure was made with care and patience because I love when they take their time with the paint and actually gives us silver paint instead of gray plastic. If this is the standard throughout the studio series 86 line, I will be very happy and pleased and will gladly pay money for the figures!
20:55 Fully agree. Considering Studio Series Hot Rod costs less than HALF as much as Masterpiece Hot Rod but WITHOUT the giant backpack, he's the better option. And he comes with a display stand that you can use to hide the accessories you're not using.
I love your channel and videos. Anytime I pick up a new Transformer I pitch the instructions and watch your videos to figure out how to transform. You, sir, are a public service and a national treasure.
I just got this figure today and I have to say that it definitely gives the masterpiece version a run for it's money! And for all the accessories as well as the price!! I highly recommend 👌
20:57 My new favorite phrase in the history of ever.
Good god, the new Transformers are like complex puzzles to transform. It's truly amazing, especially having grown up with the fairly simple G1 toys. What a great figure!
When the $30 figure is way better than the $200 figure
$200? ...glad I only paid like $35 for my mp.
MP-28 has only ever been like, $80 tops. The $200 one was Rodimus Prime, which is technically a different character.
Well fibbaty pip!!! Look who's reviewing Hot Rod! Looking forward to this!
Guys please, he isn't a mini Masterpiece
*He's EVEN BETTER than the Masterpiece*
So true
Only truths have been spoken
Very true
86 likes
How ironic
Very true.
finally got mine today and for anyone wondering: the matrix actually CAN store in the figure's chest. It's small enough, and the hollow cavity has the perfect amount of free real estate to hold it and close back up just fine! doesn't jiggle around in there either. it's not intentional storage obviously, but you can do it!
Oh that’s nice, I’m planning on getting my self one . That’s good to know 😂
@@xblade4266 I just picked up Jazz, Kup, Blurr and Hotrod from Walmart… I like all of them and they absolutely got Hotrod right!! Can’t wait to find the others.
Optimus: can you rise?
Hot Rod: I can't, I have a series of studies to do
I totally agree. I thought this Hot Rod was like a mini masterpiece for a fraction of the price. I convinced my buddy who's been wanting the masterpiece version to buy this instead.
This figure makes the masterpiece hot rod redundant and overpriced
Long have I waited
I half expected the end scene to have Optimus, telling Hot Rod, to make his pizza bagels bite sized with his cutter. Maybe that was too obvious...
OUT OF THE WAY HOT ROD!
*NEVER*
Optimus, forgive me.
Optimus prime: "no"
@@ztk1138 I thought it would have been funnier if he told hot rod "you're so fired" at that moment in the movie.
It wasn't going to affect in nothing anyway.
I agree! This version is way better than the masterpiece line! Awesome review and Happy New Year 2021!
Most anticipated transformer of 2021 right here!
It’s already released I have one
I like your boba fett pfp
Ironically, not only is the chest visible on the underside accurate to the film (its always been mirrored), but the *entire arm transformation* is actually accurate as well. The entire front of the car actually spins around for transformation in the film, and I think this is the first time that's been done in a figure.
"I call it pizza cutter because it's funny, if only for me"
I've been calling it a pizza cutter ever since I saw the movie.
I just mine today! I’ve watched this before and decided I needed.m Hot Rod. Then after I got him I decided I needed to watch this again because you do SUCH a better job of explaining the transformation better than the directions!!
Must admit these are the first Studio Series bots I've been genuinely excited about. Pity they couldn't carve out a space in his chest to store the matrix, but as a figure he looks good. Be nice to see him next to Sergeant Kup.
@@DetectiveBarricade he also never opens it inside Unicron, he's already become Rodimus at that point.
Really cool fugire!
He's not a voyager, he's a Deluxe+
Uh that would be a great name to this tipe of figures
The engineering is voyager priced.
I feel like I size thing it’s more for scaling so I think the price is easily justified
This is the best Hottod I have seen so far!
Your skits at the end are freaking awesome !! Keep doing what you doing!! 👍🏽👍🏽
This quite catched how he transforms after he fixed Kup at Quintessa in the movie, with the arms twisted round while transforming.. 😄 nice!
*edit*
Hope SS do Rodimus Prime, too!
Hot rod is Rodimus Prime.
The matrix's hole was already broader when handed down to the second guy, I wonder why.
Damn
I can't believe my luck today. I went to a mall for other unrelated things, went to the toy aisle, and there it was. Studio Series voyager Hot Rod next to the bike sisters and some first wave siege and first wave earthrise....
Usually in my country transformers release between 6 and 12 months after USA IF they even release.
So I'm happy I got it the same day you published your review XD
I wonder how many boxes he has to get around when he's done with the video or if he made a path to get out of there.
I love this figure also normally 3 months after engos reviews its at my stores but for once I got it first
Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime is my favorite transformer.
This is the best Hot Rod figure that I have seen. I look forward to picking this guy up.
Good review. I have the Walmart exclusive Vintage G1 Hot Rod and Reveal The Shield Hot Rod. The Reveal The Shield Hot Rod also came with Cyclonus and Nightstick as part of a double pack.
Thanks for review Emgo. I'm so excited to get a proper Hot Rod for my collection.
Seriously optimus prime is still talking about the rise bit but in the future hot rod becomes rodimus prime that's rising
I looked up your video for this guy specifically to see if that right leg tab didn't want to snap tight (mine does not). Amazing that yours also didn't want to stay put. Gotta say - very intricate transformation despite the odd shortcoming. Quite the engineering.
When Optimus Prime soon learns a new word of Vocabulary
“Arise? Interesting”
2:40 I thought the hood will become the chest in robot mode. Haha! It's got a separate chest underneath (in vehicle mode) which was intentionally made similar to the hood.
8:33 / 9:57 Lotsa articulations going on around there in the forearm, calf and esp., for crying out loud, the back area.
Demo video of toys like this made me realize that I need not buy Transformer toys to satisfy my curiosity on how these truly wonderful toys transform. I'll just replay the video to my heart's content and knock myself out. Indeed, these collection items never cease to amaze me.
I feel like this "Rise" thing is Prime's way of finding someone to take his place if he were to kick the bucket... or just a phase Prime is going through
Live for the bloooooshh lol. Grabbed this today and preordered the Rodimus Prime from Hasbro Pulse too. Gonna be fun. Great reviews dude.
2:57 Wait, this is Voyager...?
I too have the issue with the right leg not wanting to tab in on the side.
I love this figure and I own all the Hot Rods/Rodimus figures with the exceptionof the DX9 Carry which I regret not getting. This is the ONLY Hot Rod they did the visor right on by making it dark enough to actually obscure his eyes. Great review
This can’t be real! The first hot rod figure without a backpack twice the thickness of his actual body it’s a miracle!
just purchased this after watching your review great addition to my small but special collection! need to get a little fishing rod for him!
I have the figure as well and my first thought was how small he was for a voyager. I have no complaints, very well rounded out
I just found this figure on a discount store. I pay 20 bucks for it. I love it. Thank you for the great reviews.
I’ve found there is storage space for the matrix if you put it in his chest before you close it up but it’ll rattle around just a little bit
Take notice of all of the connector ports and the fact that the hood can rotate under the vehicle mode while open. Future Commander Class Rodimus Prime upscale kit possibly?
Thanks for this great info! I've just purchased this Studio Series Hot Rod! Awesome! Loving it! 😎🤘🤘🤘❤
Emgo,when you put your figures in a position at the end of your reviews they look awesome.
“Until the day, till all are one”
- Optimus prime
Looks very nice! Big fan of the channel!
Finally,been waiting for emgo to review this
I wasn't sold on the idea of the Studio Series 86 line. Not that I had a problem with it, but I already have versions of the figures being released in it and didn't see the need to double dip.
The fact that they're available in this month's Previews catalog and that I've ordered them is clear enough proof that I've changed my mind.
Also, the fact that Hot Rod's Matrix isn't bloosh compatible may be more due to mold degradation or loose joints rather than the fact that it's not designed that way.
Love this Hotrod he is awesome 😎👍 I love how you can rotate his arm to reveal his blade
"Now, light our blooshest hour!"
I'll admit, I wasn't crazy about this toy when it was first revealed, but seeing more and more of it over time... I am tempted to replace my TR Hot Rod with this.
Titans Return Hot Rod looked nothing like the movie animation, but they were going for a different aesthetic, which I appreciated, especially for the Headmasters and Targetmasters.
I'm definitely getting this for it's screen accuracy and it certainly makes a great addition anyone's TF collection.
Thanks for the masterpiece comparison. I was watching the whole review wondering about it. 😁
Is anyone else having trouble fully chipping the spoiler to both parts of his upper back? I can't make it sit flush and I'm worried that if I try any harder it'll break.
Optimus Prime: arise Rodimus Prime.
Who cares about rodimus his matrix can't bloosh
Great figure
Now imagine the possibilities for a Rodimus Prime?
I really hope we get one.
There are rumours of one in Kingdom.
@@Protosilver97 heard a rumour earlier that it'll be commander class.
@@brainspider Has been rounding for almost the entire year.
@@shady_the_one I have no idea how they will/would do it, only passing on rumours I have heard. Still, Jetfire and Sky Lynx sold out almost instantly over here so it wouldstill sell regardless. I also wouldn't compare mainline toys like Kingdom to the MP series as they are different entities and aimed at entirely different audiences (plus built using different budgets).
The front bumper on mine doesn't line up flush in vehicle mode and the gap is much much larger.
The rotation joint for the exhaust pipe on his arm is FRAGILE, I didn't even know it broke until I moved it
It's ok, I think in vehcile mode you got a big ol' double VROOOOOOOOOOOM!
I was hesitant about this but after seeing you compare him to Earthrise Prime, I am now gonna get this guy. Thank you
I got the figure for Christmas and there is a little extra space to put the matrix in his chest. It doesn't plug in; It rattles around in there, but at least you can put in his chest. I'm a year late saying this, but it works.
Love you vids man 👍🏾 Stay Safe
That's a beautiful figure. The Hot Rod I've wanted since 1986.
Man, as long as I have subscribed, I have never TOTALLY agreed with you before this!!!!
Long have I waited for this review.
I think the two matrix pieces are identical in moulding, but Hot-Rod's is darker blue, with a little bit of degradation preventing his from holding effects parts.
yea the right hand flips around to be a welder i found that out in a another reveiw on this guy i saw
This is a deluxe size but thanks to the acsesory its a voyager class
It does look better than the MP HotRod. I too have it and it stands well with me, however if the KO Co. do make an oversized version, I'd get it too.
he cant rise, but he does have the touch
Has anyone else had issues with the center "pipe" locking tab on the right forearm snapping off? I've had one already broken in the box, one broke on the first transformation, and another just broke on me after very, very carefully transforming it a few times. This feels like the same issue with the tabs on Cheetor and Blackarachnia, except that it actually seriously messes up how it looks in vehicle mode. That whole side ends up with a gap because it won't lock together without that tab.
Maybe we’ll get predacons rising
Then Prime would ask them if they could rise.
May happen, but with the still need be finished movie and 86 line, it would be a long time til.
I don't know, i think the studio series line is just based on movies that are theatrical releases
Putting together his pizza cutter and guns can look like a Star Trek Federation starship. :)
Aye wassup Emgo. Nice review, awesome transformer.BLOOOSH!!!
God, I need this in my life 😖