Transformers: Age of Extinction First Edition Optimus Prime Available Now

Turns out that you do not have to wait until May to get one of the first toys from Transformers 4. Amazon has First Edition Optimus Prime available now for $59.99. The new design, officially revealed at the London Toy Fair, is Hasbro's new attempt at simplifying the transformation sequence to make the toys more enjoyable to play. A worthy goal, but does the final result retain its articulation and detail? According to a bunch of pictures and text review, it just might. Pics here, review here. Order now here. Press release from Hasbro below.

Hello Transformers Fans!

You just saw the “Transformers: Age of Extinction” Big Game trailer, now own the first figure available from the new movie inspired action figure line from Hasbro exclusively through Amazon.com's Transformers Headquarters shop---the Transformers First Edition Optimus Prime!

HASBRO UNVEILS TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION FIRST EDITION OPTIMUS PRIME FIGURE
The First Figure Based On Upcoming Movie Available on Amazon Immediately Following Big Game Trailer

PAWTUCKET, R.I. – February 2, 2014 – In celebration of the TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION Big Game trailer, Hasbro and Amazon have teamed up to offer the first official merchandise inspired by the movie. The “TRANSFORMERS Headquarters Shop” is now live on Amazon.com in the U.S. featuring the first action figure available for purchase from Hasbro’s new TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION action figure line.

Fans eager to own the first official merchandise inspired by TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION can now order the TRANSFORMERS FIRST EDITION OPTIMUS PRIME action figure exclusively on Amazon.com before the broader toy line becomes available in May. The TRANSFORMERS FIRST EDITION OPTIMUS PRIME figure converts from robot to vehicle, features all new deco including metallic embellishes, rubber tires and is styled in the character’s new look as he will appear in TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION. Additional features and accessories include an impressive new sword and shield. The TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION FIRST EDITION OPTIMUS PRIME figure is also the #14 item in the numbered line of “Thrilling 30” action figures celebrating the 30th anniversary of the TRANSFORMERS brand in 2014. Fans can visit http://www.amazon.com/transformershq now to view and purchase the figure while supplies last.

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