do y’all still remember when hasbro used to have ratchets on almost every single transformer no matter the class🥲🥲

The fact that somewhere somehow sometime around the world Megatron was probably actually used to rob a store

I really think Megatron's default modern alt mode should be a piece of self propelled artillery. It strikes a nice balance between his traditional G1, G2 and Galvatron alt modes because it's a gun that looks like a tank. It doesn't necessarily need the turret to be able to move, so the engineering is a lot easier. And if you're willing to be a little silly you can justify having a really huge telescopic sight because it's artillery, so his laser cannon can actually be his alt mode scope once again.

A couple things: 1. This figure's alt mode is specifically based on the Nerf N-Strike Maverick. I should know; I once owned two. 2. You never mentioned this in the video so I have no choice but to assume you didn't know, but this figure's scope actually works. By that I mean you can look through it, and there's a crosshair. It's not much, but I think it's neat. I'd also like to mention how I got my copy. Sometime last year, I was walking with my future father-in-law and his dog (rest in peace). This was back before he moved to Montana. We weren't even 5 minutes into our walk when we noticed a cardboard box sitting on the sidewalk. I looked inside and, amongst the numerous other toys in the box, I quickly identified both a G1 Grimlock (sans a few stickers) as well as the original Classics version of this figure. I don't remember if anything was written on the box itself to make it known these toys were free to take or if it just clicked in my head that I could, but as someone who never had this Megatron, I jumped at the chance to take it home with me, and I've had it ever since. It's in surprisingly good condition all things considered; the orange safety paint is faded, his right toe is loose and droops even in gun mode, the scope tip is covered in little divots like it's been lightly chewed on or something, and the only paint chipping I've seen is on the wing pieces and the Decepticon insignias on either side of the scope (the left side being the most egregious). Other than that, it's held up pretty damn well. One small thing I like is how when going into robot mode, locking the scope in place slightly pushes out the right hand and by extension the panel it's under. Not that getting that hand out is hard, but it's the little things in life. The left hand, however, is a different story. I also took the Grimlock figure, as I also never had any of the G1 figures growing up and I figured I may as well. I didn't find any of his accessories in the box, whether it was due to me not searching hard enough or they just weren't there, but maybe one day I'll track them down.

1:14 The emotionless stare you gave as you dispatched the galvatron was golden

The inside of the gun mode really reminds me of RE4's attaché case when you try to Tetris all your items in the case.

Fun fact, I purchased Henkei Classics Megatron back in about 2006 when I went to Hong Kong. Before I flew home I was stopped at the HK airport because I had him in gun mode when I went through baggage checks. They let me through once I transformed him back into robot mode.

I love my Classics Megatron. The under slung fusion canon is weird, but it does kinda make more sense that way. Holding a big ass weapon like that on the underside would be significantly easier than the side or top of your forearm

The ever ongoing debate about what Megatron's default alt mode should be always amuses me. I for one see the merits to most of them and my feelings on the matter have ebbed and flowed over time. Like for a good while I felt being a tank was just the most sensible thing for him to be, but right now I really feel like being a twin-rotor attack helicopter fits him better. But then I've also more recently softened on the idea of him just getting to be a straight up hand gun (though probably not full time)

its the gun laws and the fact the megatron gun was used to take hostages and rob places

The Henkei Megatron I bought in ‘09 is still my CHUG Megatron. Also, Dr. Wu released a nice little 5mm mini-gun of this mold in different colors, so whichever version you have, your CHUG Decepticons can hold him.

30:20 I’m so glad a reviewers actually giving reasonable prices cause I’ve been seeing people charge double for shit that’s broken or missing pieces

I have the United version, the Henkei and even the Classics figure. I had gotten a junk Henkie figure and transferred all the black parts to replace all the orange parts on the Classics and it's amazing how much just getting rid of all the orange plastic improves that figure. It IS still an odd mold regardless but it's cool having figures of one of the last retail Megatron's that turns into a gun you could buy at a Wal Mart, lol.

He splits in half like when T-1000 got blasted with a shotgun. How the heck did Hasbro fail to make him an actual Nerf gun though?

The opening to this video was a cinematic masterpiece

Man, i still have the original white and purple version of this in storage. Always a fun little dude, it was.

I still have the OG green and purple one from the classics line. Oh boy the memories.

I loved that United Megatron's colors, even more than the Henkei one with the chrome chest. But as long as the robot resembles G1, I'm good with him being a tank. I really did like some of the Classics era's "modern" day alt modes look (love, LOVE, Henkei Convoy).

I love your little intro skits! Please keep doing them

the American version of this and the Optimus Prime where my first transformers. I still have Megtron with a lot on paint chipping and Optimus window broke off a few years ago. Edit apparently i have the platinum version, that makes me sad that there in so poor condition

It's been 10 years since I have this toy and this is the first time I saw your video and actually it worked... Thank you so much

I got the chromed-up Henkei version of this mould many years ago, and it's a darned cool toy, but the idea of Megatron turning into a hand-held pistol for someone else to wield just never appealed to me, even as a kid in the 1980s. They don't make him a role-play pistol any more, because the nail in the coffin was a kid who was playing with a G1 Megatron back in the 1980s. He was reported to the police as "someone lurking in the alley with a gun," and when they arrived on the scene, they shot and killed him. I remember when this happened, but when I tried to search for the story, all that came up was a guy named DJ Megatron being shot by police. I think the best version of Megatron so far has been the Combiner Wars / tank version. Okay, not as posable as most Megatrons, but he's got the general robot outline, the lovely colour scheme, launches a missile, has Mini-Con ports, has extra accessories, and he turns into a pretty clean tank which has a rotating turret and functioning treads.

Oh those clicks there were amazing

glad you brought it up, Meg meg here most resembles the nerf gun Strongarm (not the transformers) but also resembles the Maverick (early strong-arm) and Disruptor (fancy strong-arm)

I like the Classics design, and I wish some 3rd party company would make their own take on it since we've gotten SO many G1 megs in that scene.

The cannon placement is OK for Megatron, though not “canon” - if his right fist is held out horizontal, right arm outstretched, you’re correct- it must be on top. I have a Reveal-The-Shield Megatron, and an oversized KO RTS Megatron (which I plan to paint chrome). His right arm held out, the fist is vertical, but the cannon is on the side. Ah, I guess it’s better than no cannon. It’s definitely like my 55 ft. NERF Maverick revolver. Thanks!

I have always enjoyed Megatron having a battle tank for his alt mode, since a tank is a giant gun on wheels. lol

Actually there was a legends scale Megatron around the time of TF2 where he turned into his G1 gun which had an orange plug at the end. That was the last mainline gun Megatron.

ah ah ah the intro killed me 🤣 awesome review !

I once heard that the reason "every cop in an late 80s movie shoots a kid who is carrying a toy guy", (which I wanna say started in Die Hard?) is because that did happen and the toy WAS g1 Megatron. I forget where I heard that so it's likely just urban legend.

7:31 To me that always look more like the T 1000 from terminator 2 after they split in half in its torso.

I remember having the original Hasbro release but having to sell it off with most of the classics because of Financial reasons. Despite the backpack/stability issues it was a really run toy/unique representation of the character. Wouldn't be opposed to buying another someday in the original colors as it helps it stand apart better from other standard g1 decos. I don't remember what line but Megatron did again get the traditional G1 gun treatment in a smaller figure (core class now) and that too hilariously had the tip pf the barrel in orange. And Classics Megatron I believe was based or inspired by the Nerf N Strike Maverick.

Think a Megatron gun mode is a bit badly timed with everything going on in the US rn Edit: no hate to toyguy or the figure, I like the toy, always think gun mode megatron is a goofy ass idea in the first place.

it’s always a good day when thattoyguy uploads

I think it's because some toy regulations, heck even shockwave nowadays lost his gun mode

7:20 nah, more like the T - 1000 when Arnold shoots him with the grenade laungher.

I have never laughed so hard with your intros before😂 Awesome Video!

I had been wandering that myself about there no longer being a gun Megatron. I never got the G1 version as a kid but, when the Classics Deluxe series started, I bought the Hasbro version. Mine falls backward too due to weakening heels. I suppose there may be a fix for that but, I've never tried it. I didn't know that there was a Silver and black version but, based on the points you brought up I now understand why it was done in an unrealistic color. It sure would be nice if they would bring back the Classics types even if they were just recolors with new names. The more the merrier. Excellent video!

I have the platinum version you mentioned toward the end of the video. I'd absolutely just give it to you, but it's currently at my friend's house from when I was living with them a few years ago.

Can confirm that the Platinum version is beautiful.

I got the first edition one I think. It's grey, purple, and neon green. Your color scheme is way better but I am still as mind blown as to how cool it is. A little small for the adult hand but damn.....was def one of the better two in one toys......😊

I actually think hasbro last gun megatron was the reveal the shield legends class. I still have mine, pretty solid little transformer.

wonderful intro!

That opening music haunts me. I used it once for an awful student film that i went to hades and back to edit

The fact all they have to do to make Megatron a gun again is either use a turret (take the WFC/FoC turrets for example) or a cybertronian laser gun like Shockwave for example yet they just keep using a tank which isn't that bad but gets repetitive seeing it majority of the time

The only way I can see them doing Megatron as gun again is if they do some type of collaboration with Nerf

Evil silver robot mangles himself to become a Nerf magnum

I loved this figure when it came out, the US version I mean, but over the years I just really want G2 Megatron in the bright green and purple with the shoulder cannon to be the default. It cuts a stunning silhouette, far more impactful than G1 or the pseudo G1 WfC type figures.

I remember when the Epic voice guy did a review on this version of Megatron it was hilarious.

The Amazon Red Megatron is amazing. I absolutely love the colors. I actually never had an Optimus Prime toy growing up. So in my early 20's when I got the Amazon toy pack; It was really awesome.

thanks for reminding me of the nightmares i had from the thing

Ah I remember really wanting this when it released back in the day! I was able to get the classics Optimus via the AoE 2 pack, but I don't think this guy got a similar rerelease other than the platinum one.

The nerf blaster your thinking of is the ubiquitous maverick. A six shot side arm revolver that at it's time was extremely reliable. It nowadays is SEVERELY outdated but still a fun blaster as a cosplay gun if painted up

we did get Classics Megatron here in the states. it's just that he was shades of orange, green, and grey.

I'm loving these intros

One of my prize G1's is a pre-orange cap Megatron, I still need to track down some parts of the stock but otherwise it's in great condition.

I'm just glad Megatron no longer has to worry about turning into a gun. The Galactic Warlord responsible for untold deaths should not transform into an accessory.

I kinda want this toy dude Megs look like a Nerf Gun I bet he’s expensive considering how old he is

Oh! I bought this toy last month went I went to Japan, glad to see it here

4:54 Oh man, even i feeled megatron's pain in this part 0_0

I think the last official gun Megatron was the RTS(?) legends class Megatron.

I'm trying to collect every bot featured in the 86 movie and I'm afraid I'll never do it because of Megatron. It's a shame about the OG Megatron being banned in most countries.

They really should have done more with those two shells. I’d love to see a 3rd party gussy this design up

Fun fact: this version of Megatron actually IS based on a Nerf gun (more specifically the Nerf N-Strike Maverick)

I got the strange painted version. It’s an interesting figure. But hey. Got it. Like UK paint version. Great clip. Nice information. But yes. This figure not easy to stand. Do wish the wings come off. It can stand as a shield of sort. But it will probably solve the standing but its arm so heavy.

When you split Megatron's torso for the transformation, my first thought was the T-1000 during the climax fight of Terminator 2. You know, the part where his toros got exploded by the grenade launcher?

They should make a megatron that is a supersoaker but that transforms

Generations legends class Megatron was actually the last gun megatron released in North America.

Instead of of the "Thing" he reminds me of the T-2000 from "Terminator 2". I was lucky enough to get 1 at a second hand store last year, even though its the green, purple, grey version I still like it.

I'm old so I was able to pick this up back when it was news from Walmart for around 20 bucks US

When I was a kid in the 80s it was common for us to ride our bikes around with a BB gun slung over our shoulder, basically a dead accurate looking rifle that could actually hurt someone. In the 90s, powerful water guns became kind of a craze. Super soakers were pump action and generally bright 90s colors, so they were obviously toys. However there was also a line of battery powered water guns that were black and looked like replica machine guns. Especially from a distance you couldn't tell the difference. There was a kid that got shot and killed by police when he was brandishing it. Sometime in the 90s the US passed that law that required the bright orange tip on toy guns. It was also an era when there was a lot of protest about violent video games and music, their version of pre-cancel culture. Toy manufacturers could still make gun toys, but it's not worth it. The risk of public pushback or god forbid a kid getting killed and it smearing their brand (yes cynical), plus some states having even stricter regs than the orange tip so it'd complicate their distribution, as a business decision they shouldn't bother.

The clicking can be his gun firings!

The gun was called the Maverick. Yes that was necessary to come and say.

it looks like the Maverick, i would´ve loved this as a kid

Thats kind of cool but uhhh that tip isn't orange 😂

Love this toy and I want the United version. This is the one that sent me down the KZfaq Transformers rabbit hole. My wife bought it for me and he came without instructions.

seeing in my home town a kid was shot killed with a G1 megatron, yeah there is a serious reason why in Australia considers fake guns as serious as real ones, hard laws come from horrible situations over here...

I hope and pray this gets a update in legacy but it probably never will

This is why I don’t mind a non transforming G1 Megatron like the Red figure. Too bad it’s a bit too small. Guess I’ll try the Super 7 when it goes on sale

I have this in its funky neon nerf colors in a tub

I have the multicolor American version and it has lived in my collection box and just stays there. I love Megs but that joker paint scheme hurts my eyes. All of the bads you put in PLUS it's a technicolor nightmare

My first thought was how the T-1000 looked after eating a grenade before falling backwards into the molten metal.

Other Decepticons:" we should transform into spaceships, stereos and vehicles to do more damage without being too obvious" Megatron and Shockwave: "or we could try this"

2011 was the last gun megatron outside of masterpiece as part of the reveal the shield line

Let's toss out the toy/nostalgic factors and US gun/toy gun safety laws for a moment and toss in some logic (from any TF show) for a bit. What looks more intimidating? A gun mode (where Megatron not only shrinks down but also requires a third party to fire off) or a tank mode that Megatron can fire off on his own? Some of the jet modes are weird (except the stealth bomber), but those are a bit more intimidating than a gun as well. Plus tanks and jets can cause way more destruction than a gun. There is also no way anyone is foolish enough to try to rob banks or stores with a toy tank or jet. The sports/race cars are a bit strange, but it was a refeshing idea for a character that is usually a handgun or some type of war vehicle. As far as I know, the last gun Megatron was sold at retail in 2011 as part of the "Reveal the Shield" line in Legends size.

"but then" *31 seconds of clicking later* "so yeah his ratchet's sound good"

The last Gun Megatron outside of MP was in the Generations line, in the legends scale, he looks weird to terrible! I do the Classics verison & the Henkei verison of this figure and I never put the Henkei into storage but then for the longest time, its been my main voyager Megatron, the TR one was ok but Seige blew that out of the water, of course there is also the Gen selects Super Megatron, but as I said, my copy of the Henkei figure hasn't been into storage and I keep him out on display, sure he fallen down a few times over the years but he is a tough figure and I am kind of fond of that mold

Wish I bought him back in the day

Yeah, for some reason American kids can carry around military grade rifles all they want, but the moment they pull out a Megatron toy they get into trouble.

Your house is huge lmao. You can tell from having a balcony on the second floor with that much space to view over your foyer or something. Oh yeah and great review.

You got a nice house!

Looks like a silver Survivors Epitaph 180 in Destiny 2

8:37 …those clips fold down?

I like Megatron being a tank. It's like a gun on treads

Why we don’t get gun mode Megatron anymore? … Gun laws.

You split Megatron in half then I was like: 😶😶😶😶😶😶😶

All they had to do was make the tip of the gun piece have an orange tip and they could have sold him legally. Such a shame cuz it looks awesome lol

That toy guy: *Anyways I started blasting*

Bro became an asmr channel for 30 seconds

My favorite Megatron design that isn't a gun is a tie between the stealth bomber from idw or the tank from armada. Honorable mention would be the attack helicopter from animated.