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[[Image:Construct-Bots_logo.jpg|center|Construct. Convert. Customize.]] | |||
{{cleanup|July 2013|We haven't decided how to categorize these guys yet, so the links on this page are amazingly premature.}} | {{cleanup|July 2013|We haven't decided how to categorize these guys yet, so the links on this page are amazingly premature.}} | ||
'''''Construct-Bots''''' is a line of ''[[Transformers brand|Transformers]]''-themed building toys with interchangeable parts, somewhat similar to ''[[Kre-O]]''. In contrast to Kre-O's brick-based kits, however, Construct-Bots are action figures with a wider range of articulation that can be changed between modes without being disassembled. | '''''Construct-Bots''''' is a line of ''[[Transformers brand|Transformers]]''-themed building toys with interchangeable parts, somewhat similar to ''[[Kre-O]]''. In contrast to Kre-O's brick-based kits, however, Construct-Bots are action figures with a wider range of articulation that can be changed between modes without being disassembled. | ||
Construct-Bots were announced in early [[2013]] in advance of [[Toy Fair 2013|Toy Fair]], and began hitting store shelves later that year. | Construct-Bots were announced in early [[2013]] in advance of [[Toy Fair 2013|Toy Fair]], and began hitting store shelves later that year. They had a substantial presence at [[Botcon_2013|Botcon 2013]], featuring prominantly in the [[Hasbro]] presentation with much of the line on display, both in stock and custom configurations. | ||
Construct-Bots packaging features the pseudo-motto "Construct Convert Customize" arranged in a circle and connected by arrows, highlighting the key features of the line. | |||
*'''Construct''' - Construct-Bots toys are buily by attaching body parts, armor pieces, accessories, weapons, joint pieces, and even [[insignia|faction symbols]] to a modular skeleton. The sets are assembled using three types of joints: rubberized [[ball joint|ball joints]], [[5mm_post|5mm pegs and sockets]], and ratcheting clips. | |||
*'''Convert''' - Construct-Bots can be tranformed from robot mode to an alternative (e.g., vehicle, animal, etc.) mode. Unlike brick-built Kre-O robots, Construct-bots can be transformed with minimal reassembly, generally limited to repositioning accessories and weapons using the ratcheting clips or 5mm pegs. Transformations are generally comparable to those of the inner robots of [[Pretender]] toys. Various hinged body panels being rearranged to enhance the alternative mode. | |||
*'''Customize''' - A multitude of extra 5 mm pegs, sockets, and and bars for the ratcheting clips are provided on the modular skeleton and the various other parts. Construct-Bots can be customized either as a single set (such as moving wing pieces from the arms to the legs) or by including pieces from other sets. | |||
It is not clear yet what, if any, continuity they fit into. Several characters resemble their [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] namesakes; others take their cues from ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]]''. | It is not clear yet what, if any, continuity they fit into. Several characters resemble their [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] namesakes; others take their cues from ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]]''. | ||
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* '''[[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]]''' | * '''[[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]]''' | ||
:Part of the [[Beast Hunters: Predacons Rising]] [[subline imprint]], he was sold at the Triple-Changer price point as the lone Construct-Bot release in the store exclusive line. | :Part of the [[Beast Hunters: Predacons Rising]] [[subline imprint]], he was sold at the Triple-Changer price point as the lone Construct-Bot release in the store exclusive line. | ||
==Media== | |||
===Videos=== | |||
A series of videos have been released on Hasbro's ''Construct-Bots'' website and on YouTube, featuring the Construct-Bots. | |||
===Games=== | |||
{{main|Online games#Construct-Bots}} | |||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
* [http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_us/construct-bots/ Official site] | |||
* [http://www.youtube.com/user/transformers?feature=watch Hasbro YouTube page] | |||
* [http://www.wired.com/geekdad/2013/01/construct-bots/ Hasbro Introduces Construct-Bots: Transformers With Interchangeable Parts! @ wired.com] | * [http://www.wired.com/geekdad/2013/01/construct-bots/ Hasbro Introduces Construct-Bots: Transformers With Interchangeable Parts! @ wired.com] | ||
[[Category:Toylines]] | [[Category:Toylines]] | ||
Revision as of 21:55, 23 October 2013
Construct-Bots is a line of Transformers-themed building toys with interchangeable parts, somewhat similar to Kre-O. In contrast to Kre-O's brick-based kits, however, Construct-Bots are action figures with a wider range of articulation that can be changed between modes without being disassembled.
Construct-Bots were announced in early 2013 in advance of Toy Fair, and began hitting store shelves later that year. They had a substantial presence at Botcon 2013, featuring prominantly in the Hasbro presentation with much of the line on display, both in stock and custom configurations.
Construct-Bots packaging features the pseudo-motto "Construct Convert Customize" arranged in a circle and connected by arrows, highlighting the key features of the line.
- Construct - Construct-Bots toys are buily by attaching body parts, armor pieces, accessories, weapons, joint pieces, and even faction symbols to a modular skeleton. The sets are assembled using three types of joints: rubberized ball joints, 5mm pegs and sockets, and ratcheting clips.
- Convert - Construct-Bots can be tranformed from robot mode to an alternative (e.g., vehicle, animal, etc.) mode. Unlike brick-built Kre-O robots, Construct-bots can be transformed with minimal reassembly, generally limited to repositioning accessories and weapons using the ratcheting clips or 5mm pegs. Transformations are generally comparable to those of the inner robots of Pretender toys. Various hinged body panels being rearranged to enhance the alternative mode.
- Customize - A multitude of extra 5 mm pegs, sockets, and and bars for the ratcheting clips are provided on the modular skeleton and the various other parts. Construct-Bots can be customized either as a single set (such as moving wing pieces from the arms to the legs) or by including pieces from other sets.
It is not clear yet what, if any, continuity they fit into. Several characters resemble their Generation 1 namesakes; others take their cues from Transformers: Prime.
Sets
Scout
Wave 1
Wave 2
Future waves
Elite
Wave 1
Wave 2
Future waves
Triple-Changer
Wave 1
Ultimate
Wave 1
Store exclusives
Target exclusives
- Part of the Beast Hunters: Predacons Rising subline imprint, he was sold at the Triple-Changer price point as the lone Construct-Bot release in the store exclusive line.
Media
Videos
A series of videos have been released on Hasbro's Construct-Bots website and on YouTube, featuring the Construct-Bots.
Games
