Josh Cooley Confirms Megatron Origin Change? Core Class Canceled in 2025? 

Honesty core class was really underused, we could’ve gotten some of Armada’s Minicons!

All I hope for Transformers 1 is just to make a good solid movie that makes new fans come into the franchise.

I really hope -transformers One deliver a good movie for the 40 anniversary

Then they better start making minicons and bring back Micromasters

Rip Core Class

I liked the core class figures because they gave us both a good size for smaller characters and a good size to have next to titan alt modes. They also worked nicely for characters who shrunk in alt mode like Soundwave. I wish they would do Blaster and Perceptor for that last reason.

...Robots In Disguise (2000) wasn't a reboot in Japan, it was a side story to G1, along with explaining where Headmaster technology came from.

Core is like the only one affordable maybe except that Optimus for rise of the beasts beast alliance

Also apparently according to Jtprime17 on TFW2005 regarding the new TF show coming after Earthspark… “I will say the new show does have an interesting cast so far for the deceptions. Haven't seen anything toy wise for the usual go to traditional cast for them. No Starscream, Soundwave or even Megatron yet. I don't want to spoil anything major, so I'll just leave it at that.” So we might get something interesting in this new TF show. Me personally I’m betting on either Bludgeon or Shockwave (mostly Blugdeon) as being the main antagonist since we aren’t getting Megatron apparently. At least, I hope so. Edit: the new TF show will also have something to do with the thirteen primes in some way.

I liked settings up the core class around the Titans

Megatron being a miner, gladiator or both were introduced in later comics and aligned continuity. G1’s origins of Megatron kept getting retconned season by season.

I’ve said this so many times but I just want Transformers One to bring in new fans and those who missed out on the cartoons and only watched the movies will check out Animated, Prime and G1 etc. I just want what the movie wants to execute be executed well!

I don't think Chris Hemsworth is going to be replacing Peter Cullen I think he's going to play his Duke the leader of Gi Joe in my personal opinion.

10:16 As another OG Generation One fan if youd asked me a couple years ago i would have said outside of Transformers Prime G1 is the only Transformers ......... but after Rise of the Beats ive fully changed my mind even on Beast Wars which i used to mock the most but after picking up the new transmetal Megatron for a song im fully on board with Beast Wars .

Man, Outside of TF:One and Earthspark, Megatron is getting the short end of the stick of being a true leader of the Decepticons. And man, I'll miss core class, I remember ravage being my very first core class figure I got, and the last one I got was the Optimus Prime figure from Legacy, Really disappoints me to see this line going bye bye next year, but fingers crossed we may get Scout Class back.

They could use those core class spots to come out with articulated figures of Spike, Carli and the rest of humas from G1

The problem I have with core class is that it's been misused. I don't know who out there was asking for a core class Optimus or Galvatron. On the other hand, Rattrap looks fantastic alongside the other BW figures because he should be shorter. And I actually love the Dinobots because their combined Volcanicus is about the size of a leader class, full scale combiners can be overbearing on shelf space so core class works really nicely. They just have to be smarter about what they put at that scale, reserve it for character who should be small or combiner sets. I'm actually really excited for Steeljaw and I'm hoping they put out more cassettes.

Iguanas was a really good figure and Bomb-Burst was absolutely fantastic. Also the Minicons would be perfect for core class figures. Pretenders and Minicons are the way to go

JTPrime17 has been 90-100% accurate on his info. Pretenders were all over the place; core class, deluxe class, and voyager class. That isn’t a very bright move. As for Earthspark and the new movie; these new folks doing those don’t get Transformers, their fan base, the origins, and what made them so damn popular. When it aired in 1984, I was 10, and then when the movie came in 86, Transformers were badass. It was fresh, new, out of this world in the time it came out. The G1 cartoons were made by hand creators. No cgi gimmicks and rubbish. It had its flaws, but their flaws are legendary now. The thing that made them so popular, is kids didn’t feel like babies. The cartoons depicted real issues, but in a none babyish approach. When you are a teen, you want to grow old fast, be treated like an adult, even if they’re not there yet. That’s the thing. I remember at 10 and as a teen, I wanted to see and do big grown up things. Hasbro wants a new fanbase, well Earthspark and TFs One aim a 2-5 y.o. audience. The new creators should take a page from the creators of the new X-Men ‘97. The cartoon is eye candy, respect the source material, and deals with complex and real life issues. Not a fan of crossovers. Fan of both TFs and Joes, just not together.

Great video.

I kind of like this reimagining of the transformers prime specific backstory for Megatron/D 16 and Orion packs. They were friends in the extended backstory for that series. I want that one-step Megatron/D-16!

Another great show, thank you

I'm a G Oner guy. I would be cool will be releasing a cartoon series after Transformers One like our 86 movie then season 3.

The problem with Core Class was the price was too high for how small the depending on the character low quality the figure is. Core class should have exclusively been small transformer and characters that can be accessories for bigger characters. Like the cassettes, minicons and transformers who are almost human sized. Not characters that should be commander scale, like energon Megatron. Could have gotten a few redone minicon combiners too if they were consistent. Like the minicon star saber sword, the shield and the og combiner minicon Perceptor.

I basically purchased SS86 Perceptor for 10 bucks in a 2 pack from Walmart. So if new tapes are released with Perceptor, then I have no problem purchasing him again.

9:36 "Point Break as Orion Pax/Optimus Prime!"

I hope they don't kill core class as they did with the micro masters and battle masters.

The only thing I need for core class is Soundwave minions for Bumblebee movie studio serious

More than meets the eye

Earth Spark feel off, Meg and Prime in same team feel weird. I know IDW did that Earth Spark too focus on the human

Core class started strong and then lost quality over time as they put in less effort into the figures. Went from fully posable pocket-sized fun to a glorified flip action toy, all while claiming the same price point. They're getting rid of it because they're finding it harder to find new ways to rip us off. Earthspark would sell more toys if they actually made more quality toys instead of putting so much money into finger puppets and gimmicks that don't even happen in the show. Let alone the characters that don't even have proper toys. Where's hashtag and arcee? They put so much effort into their designs only to squander their potential. Transformers one, I want to be longer than a 90-minute movie. Either way, though, we need to remove Lorenzo. GIJoe cross-over is such a stupid idea, especially now. It's like, "Yeah, we fucked up the sequel to bbm and made a shitty movie that made less sense while committing almost all of the sins of the bayverse films combined, how can we rectify this? I know, let's cross over again into the failure of a franchise that is constantly shitty and is just military pandering. Nothing could possibly go wrong." We as a Fandom need to forcibly overthrow whoever in hasbro who is in charge of these shitty ideas.

Still haven't been able to get a hold of a frenzy

Ideal for core class is if they want to release main characters in small scale then make it like they did before with Prime. They had the legends class then commander class for the bigger figures. So Prime and Megatron were commander class while the likes of Arcee and Ratchet were legends. It worked.

We will never get anything as good as Prime, Beast Wars, Animated or G1. Earthspark is toooo kiddy even watching with my nephew. He lost interest in minutes. The toys look like dollar store throwaways (except that Owl, I can't remember the name) I have hope for Transformers One. I have a feeling the teasers aren't really showing what the movie is about

I love 4" scale figures and the fact we got Transformers in that size that also transform was fantastic. Sucks if it's ending.

Remember "Till all are One"!

Thunderwing is way overdue for a new toy.

Considering some of the ruthless scalping of Core Class might be a good thing ......... wanted Terrorcon Freezer and Novakane to round out my Studio Series Return of the Beast collection . Nearly fainted

Since IDWs Megatron Origins and the aligned continuity are my preference I hope the movie does not stray too far from those brutal origins.

Hello Rodimus

I hope they look at the new sky bound comics to get a idea how to do the joe/transformers crossover, minus the cobra la stuff.

I'll say I do feel pretty bad for the Core Class line. I've been enjoying them a lot and was looking forward to collecting all 6 Core Class Dinobots and complete the Volcanicus Combiner, and now I'm getting a little worried that I won't now unless I shop on Ebay. At least I already have Sludge and Slug right now, but even so, I do find the Core Class size a lot of fun. Now on the other hand, I'm actually quite curious about Derek Connolly working on Transformers! However, if he doesn't attempt to at least include a reference to Jurassic and Pokémon, then I'm going to be a little disappointed! LOL

Core class needs to be revitalized.

Core class mistake is thinking they could compete with 3rd party legends companies instead of using the core class properly for all of the smaller figures that we have had throughout the history of transformers

I never bought core. Other than wheelie and rattrap. Why buy a ratchet that is smaller than a deluxe. Prices and inflation keep me from buying anything right now. Unfortunately. I hope wheeljack gets a well deserved make over in gijoe crossover

I´m still waiting for a core class Submaurader figure

i like some of the core class stuff. i just think of them as cereal box or happy meal toys.

The cassettes are the only ones I agree with Encore class otherwise it was a useless run

Peter Cullen can't be replaced. To enjoy the franchise moving forward we may need to Transform .

Now, if SDCC can make a plush Devastator, I'll be a happy fan.

Hasbro is really willing to take the Ls at the moment, aren’t they?

Hopefully Chris Hemsworth will not playing Optimus Prime instead playing duke because he resemble him

Very disappointed with the direction Hasbro is moving if canceling Core Class. IMO, they should have continued where they've had most success with developing the G1 charachters from season 1. Seekers, especially Starscream before re-releasing his figure towards the end of 2023 he was going on the secondary market for upto $40. If they would have done next the Insecticons, Constructicons, Lambo/Datsun Bros it would have garnished Hasbro with positive returns.

I want a tf series made by the ones who made blood of zeus and castlevania.

Core class; that’s too bad it may be cancelled. I was hoping to collect the bots that were reformatted to re-create that Unicron scene. Now, I will have to buy bootlegs in that scale. TF One; not happy with it, especially coming out on my Bday. I think i will still go & watch it (Im a glutton for punishment). Definitely not happy with the whole buddy biddy thing. “They” could’ve made the movie to be longer. Derek Connolly; i am loving that “we” Gen X will finally get a Transformers GI Joe movie. I am positive about the movie because he is Gen X as well, & most likely IS a fan. Chris Hemsworth; TF One… it is what it is. I really hope that they don’t make the choice of Optimus Prime an Aussy. Overall; i glad that “they” are trying to get younger fans into the TF lore. Im optimistic about it. Keep up the OUT-FUCKN-STANDING work @RodimusPrimal

Im not surprised core class got cancelled (if its true) way too small for what they cost and not worth the money

I feel like Wheelie should have been a smaller deluxe instead of a core class figure.

Man, I hope Core Class isn't dead (it probably is) because I was hoping to get the coneheads, lambros, and rest of the cassettes, like Slugfest and Overkill, mainly Ramhorn. I don't want to have to buy a pack like ANOTHER soundwave with one of those, etc. It's cheap tricks by Hasbro. Earthspark is the proof you need better writing to sell toys. I don't want another show to replace it, they need to wait 10 years and then come out with a brand new Cast, factions, etc. TF One... I never minded the Gladiator origin of Megatron, but I do prefer the G1 version where he's just Built and wants to conquer at some point. Being bunk mates in a mining operation, kinda different, might be good. We'll see. My wife is more curious about the movie than me. Thanks for sharing.

Sinse anime is the new GIG ( the popular thing ) the transformers and g.ioe movie in production i think its a transformers and g.ioe anime like the unicron trilogy with ithe original concept for transformers prime resycled as a base

My favorite origin story is and probably always will be the transformers Prime origin story

As much as the fandom loves Peter Cullen…. He’s not live forever…. He not gunna voice Prime forever, he’s gunna have to be permanently replaced eventually, Chris Hemsworth might be the Optimus for the next 40 years of the franchise.

Shame that core class might get axed. But maybe Hasbro might replace it with Minicons instead. Learning from their mistakes with Micromasters🤔

Maybe they're looking at Chris Hemsworth as duke or one of the Joe's instead of the voice of Optimus Prime

Yeah, it would be nice to do the Core class with new direction, which is ANY direction. Core class was the mess, fun mess but still the mess

A new continuity really doesn't bother me. Every 3 years or so we get a new continuity anynya

Which transformers were DO one through D 15? Possibly the 15 original Decepticon leaders?

Hey Rodimus Primal what do you think the movie of Transformers and G.I. Joe crossover movie? It was portrayed in the comics, right?

Once I see Robbie and Moe combine at their cyber suits, and more of the cyber combining gimmick in the show, then I’ll decide whether I want to stop watching EarthSpark or not. As of this moment, I have finished the first third of the season.

I cherry-pick from random lines, so not a big deal. I need feedback though - be honest, has anyone gotten any of the 3rd party manufactured “Deformers” (knock off Transformers ofc lol) off of Alibaba 👀. If so, how were they quality wise?!

Rodimus, I know this is really random, especially on a Transformers video, but I just wanna ask, cuz I know that you like Supes. Have you checked out My Adventures with Superman and do you like it? I really like it alot! Its a really good show with awesome characters. I like both seasons so far. I love the Clark/Lois/Jimmy trio. The story/plot and how everythings playing out in general is really good, interesting, and well-done. The villains/antagonists are really interesting and cool.

I honestly don't really care if Megatron/D16's origin is changed or whatever, as long as its overall, generally a good origin that makes alot of sense and also pays plenty of respect to other origins, such as G1 and TFP, which is the better of the 2. I hope D-16's origin is similar and takes some ideas/inspiration from his TFP origin, but not copy it verbatim and still is really quite unique and different. Also, I am really, REALLY hyped for TF: One! It looks so unbelievably fun, good, has alot of potential, and awesome! It has potential to be the BEST TF movie alongside TTFTM, TFP: PR, BB, and ROTB! And, it looks so beautiful! Also, Core Class should NOT end! Its awesome! Despite not having any atm, I do want some! Core Class is really good, theres absolutely nothing wrong with it whatsoever. Its a great little price/size class for fun little versions of our favorite characters along with characters that actually are small and should be in that size. All they have to do is balance out _who_ to do, _when_ to do them, _how_ to do them, etc. Which, I think, they've been doing quite well recently. I'd love some Core Class Spychangers! Bring on Hot Shot, Mirage, R.E.V., Ironhide, etc! Also, some Core Datsun boys would go so hard! Core Jazz, Sideswipe and Sunstreaker, (G1) Mirage, and Hound, too! And other characters would be cool, too! Edit: Also, PLEASE give us a Core Class full-suit Sari Sumdac!!

Ugh. Look, im not saying change is always inherently bad, i mean Megs originas goong from machine built to destroy to social revolutionary uplifting the oppressed was a change in and of itself...but Transformers Ones tone just doesnt set well with either iteration of the character. I feel like its being played fir comedy on the same level as like a Guardians of the Galaxy type genre and that just doesnt befit the framchise IMO.v

Earthspark failed as the toyline was pretty low quality & the clumsy inclusion of pro-nouns in the show got them bad press. Shame as the show is great but I think a more Transformers-centric experience would be desirable (less humans; more Transformers). Very hard to hit a demographic now for toys unless there's some social media incentive linked for kids, considering kids are none too interested in the toylines. Maybe something more aimed at collectors & adults is the way to go?

I will miss core class.Lets just hope that's a name change and that Suze lins still exists. I remember it being legends class and even before that it had another name. The pretenders were rge worst transformers line ever.i wish they would stop selling movie figures they hardly ever sell and collect dust on the store shelves.

The best series we had was Prime and they ended it way too soon

If core class is done with, then Hasbro is making a mistake. If they had released all of G1, it would sell better than any other line that came after. I have to disagree with you, the new stuff is not grabbing the newer generation of ppl as well as it was intended. It is in fact the original TF's that are captivating the newer generation of fans. When anything G1 is put on the store shelves in comparison to all the Generation TF lines that came after, G1 still sells out quicker than anything else! Now we all know in regard to toy production, G1 line is produced in the factories less than any of the newer lines. The fact remains, G1 still sells better than anything else out there! I have no doubt if the production of G1 was increased significantly, it would still sell out better than anything else!

HELL NO!

In my honest opinion, I think Megatron works best as an irredeemable, "mustache twirling" villain. I'm not a particular fan of making him sympathetic or giving him a redemption arc, not even with the IDW comics. But I'll give Transformers One a chance, as long as they really emphasize D-16's downfall over the course of the trilogy. He should be pushed to the point where, in his mind, only he should rule. Where Megatron genuinely believes his Tyranny is the only solution for Cybertron. It's not supposed to be the correct solution, Megatron mostly needs to be Optimus Prime's foil and biggest obstacle. Maybe something akin to Anakin's downfall, except where some shred of Megatronus survived, nurturing Megatron's pride and hubris, and planting a seed of hatred or suspicion of Orion Pax.

Meh, Hasbro shouldn't greenlight any TF movies being made by anyone who doesn't really love TFs. These Hollywood types "love" TFs so much that they summarily change it. TFINO.

What

1- It´s a pity about core class, but if they replace it with Minicons, we can still win. 2- I am very excited about TF One! Also, the writers of Morbius will help the writer of Detective Pikachu for the Joes, which sounds like a disaster! 3- We really need a continuity that stays! IDW is the closest we´ve had so far, and it had many flaws. 4- Earthspark had great animators, great ideas, and writers too politically focused. Animation and design can only carry it so far with such a terrible writing.

I've never liked the origin story of Megatron being a gladiator, I don't like most of the G1 comics lore.

I think we all have high hopes for Transformers One.

Yeah, I’m getting sick of Aligned continuity Prime/Megatron origins being everywhere in other media. It makes the war look like a petty grudge fight blown out of proportion. I’m also not too excited about the tone and Illumination-style humor, but if the movie is genuinely good as a film, then I’ll be ok with it. On the topic of core class, maybe slightly upscaled Micromaster characters would’ve worked. They’d make the characters more appealing with enhanced articulation and a slightly better scale. Granted, most of them are borderline E-LIST characters, so who knows if it had worked or not.

Live action movies are not going to be any good until Bonaventura is not the producer. He has no understanding of the franchise

I feel for you buddy If they just take inspiration from Godzilla for example. We have the Monsterverse that has a continuous timeline while toho is doing original stuff with the character. But to be honest I just want toho to continue right where they left off with the heisei Era and have Godzilla Jr becoming the new king of the monsters and have classic showa era characters appear.

Earthspark was good fiction, but toys were too much gimmick. I get it. Gimmicks apply to fiction, but would it pull their spark to stop selling finicky gimmicks and give CHUG or at least stop reusing cyberverse toys?

I won't mourn earthspark. It wasnt that good even without the controversy. I hope core is replaced with something similar. Plenty of.Micromasters, Mini-Cons, and Cassettes i still want. But it doesn't look like the price is cost effective with modern price hikes. Bunkmates is a very simplified.origin. The Gladiator and the Librarian joining together to overthrow an authoritarian caste system has so much more depth. That Sludge plush is adorable and amust have.

I'm Still Can't wait for Transformers one Movie. RIP Core Class

Super Pass on the TF movie Now!! 😤👎

Core class was a bad idea to begin with. We should have have got the rts AFFORDABLE not wallet breaker prices. I want to make them cake toppers.

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yeah, core class and Earthspark are dead, and frankly, good riddance.

Gi Joe sucks!!!!

GI Joe sucks and there should NEVER be a crossover!

pretenders suck

Ideal for core class is if they want to release main characters in small scale then make it like they did before with Prime. They had the legends class then commander class for the bigger figures. So Prime and Megatron were commander class while the likes of Arcee and Ratchet were legends. It worked.