Transformers Legacy Evolution CrashBar review.

 

Welcome folks. It's been a long time, almost half a year since I did a TF review. I finally got around to doing one. TF Legacy Crashbar everyone! Without delay, lets get started!

Boxing

   

Your standard cheap as heck boxing. No plastic windows. I had this guy in his box prison for nearly half a year. Time to let him out. *Note: I'm not sure if it's because I was late to the party, but I couldn't scan his QR code. It would bring me to a Hasbro profile select screen. When I scanned Legacy Bombshell, it worked fine so it could possibly be a time issue. The profiles get taken down after a small window of time. That is dumb if that is the case. *

Crashing the party 

So this guy is very light and a weaponizer. To a degree he can split his limbs altogether for a gimmick that is shown on the box. You can even take his arms off which is not shown here in this review, but I stumbled upon it by accident. As a figure, he is a little too small and light. And because his limbs can come off, he comes off very loose at times. Where he shines is his weapons gimmick. Look at the pics and see for yourself. One of his wheels can come off as a bladed weapon. He was a very fun to toy around with. Use your imagination here. As for his design, I like it. Once again, wish he was voyager size or something. 

Bah Gawd! Say this in the Jim Ross voice! This guy was a difficult transformation. Without the instructions, I struggled forever. Another motorcycle for the Junkions as expected. The only drawback is that he is very small once again. Just look at the Devcon pic. Imagine putting 86 Wreck-Gar on this guy. Yeah, that ain't happening. There isn't much flexibility in this mode except it looks decent and his front wheel can be angled to your liking. The seat can be stretched forward a little giving it an elongated feel. This mode, once again, is loose as well as the parts can come off fairly easy. 

Conclusion:

I'm not a big fan of the weaponizer gimmicks usually but I was impressed with Crashbar. I have yet to pair him with his fellow Junkions, so see that in the near future. My biggest complaint is pretty much CB being light and loose at times. That Motorcycle mode was a pain in the butt to transform into I'll reiterate here again. Overall, if you can look past some of these faults, CB is a fun figure to play with and he will serve nicely in your post G1 Junkion collection. Laters. 

TMNT: Shredders Revenge DLC update: Dimension Shellshock

Just when you thought TMNT couldn't get any more fun. 8/31 marked the release of the Dimension Shellshock DLC of TMNT: Shredder's Revenge. Is it worth it?

Big yes! The download adds Karai and Usagi Yojimbo as new playable characters. The new storyline is found in the "Survival" mode; you can still use the new characters in the previous modes as well. This mode can be overwhelming at times and it is definitely loads of fun playing it with people online though your experience may vary by people who aren't too familiar with the game. Sometimes if that was the case, it was better that you played on your own. 

So far I've only tested Karai. She is slow on foot but makes up with her bizarre and devastating supers. Also new skins are added to previous characters as well though some need to be unlocked while playing and earning rewards in survival mode. 

*Update 9/4* I tried out Usagi and he is a powerhouse with his regular combo attacks. He is also the only character to also perform an ground attack like combo in the air, so you can mix up his ground combo > pop up> air attack combo for some deadly results. This will prove to be useful especially against the new breed of enemies in survival mode. The only drawback I feel is his air super which is a vertical attack when every other character is an angled attack; basically the opponent needs to right underneath him while he is airborne. Though it can cause some pretty devastating damage, you can surely mess up when you are so used to jumping towards the opponent. With this mindset, you end up stopping short in front of the opponent. So remember to use this while you are directly right above your opponent. As a result, this is the only air super I hardly use. 

Type and search for this new DLC on Youtube for more visual information. 

Anyways, still waiting to do the next TF review. I think I'm just losing interest at the moment. 

TMNT Shredders Revenge DLC website

Enter the Dragon 50th Anniversary

Warner Bros (C)

I caught this Sunday in the afternoon. It was quite a turnout in the theaters. Many people still into the Dragon. All I have to say is that Bruce Lee is still impressive in the big screen and the way he moves is still uncanny after all these years. 

Enter the Dragon is the property of Warner Bros. Pics or review are used for informational purposes. No profit is intended. 

 

OPTIMUS PRIME READS THE BIBLE!!! [Psalms chapter 23] "The Lord is my she...

Credit to Benjamin Lumpkin. I just thought this was so cool that I had to share it.

All Mortal Kombat games Intros Mk1 to Mk11 | 2K QuadHD Quality #mortalko...

 I remember growing up playing MK alongside SF. The last MK game I ever touched, sadly, was MK vs DC. Feelings on that one was mixed. I never tried the reboot and now another reboot is in the horizon. Anyhow, memories.

Credit goes to GameChannel. I am only using this video for informational and non-profit purposes. Mainly for nostalgic reasons. 

Super Mario Bros movie last showing and small update 5/31/2023.

 I've been a little on the busier side so the TF reviews are on hiatus for now. I do have Legacy Crashbar for sometime but I'm busy with work and other things. 

I decided to take my nephew for his first showing in the theaters. I choose Super Mario Bros for him. This was my third time seeing the film (though no biggie since I have the $21.99 pass/month unlimited screening from Regal). What can I say? The film is almost out for two months and seeing my nephew enjoy this film was priceless. He really enjoyed it from beginning to end. 

As we left the auditorium, I noticed the Super Mario digital marquee for all the auditoriums disappeared. We saw it on screen 6 and it was now replaced by Guardians of the Galaxy 3. I thought that was neat that we got to see the final screening of SMB in our area. 

Anyhow, hopefully I can get the Crashbar review up and running soon. Later folks.

Return of the Jedi (1997) "Victory Celebration" Ending [HD]

Credit to the owner of the video. 

I'm only using this video as the version I prefer. I like Sebastian Shaw's ending as a happy old man rather then young Anakin. I am aware of all the arguments on why fans are torn between old and young, but like I said, I still prefer old instead. If you like young, then that's ok. 

Return of the Jedi 40th Anniversary screening 4/28/23

40 years already?!? I still remember watching this for the first time back in 1997, the special editions. I fell in love with them though they weren't the original non-altered ones some fans preferred over everything that came out after their respective release years. 

As for this version that just got re-released, how did it fare?

+ This is still the definitive version of how the Star Wars saga ended. 

+ It's back on the big screen and the video quality was one of the best re-releases I've seen in years.

+ It still has the same fun and charm as it did back in those days (for me, it was 97). 

+ Seeing this again made me appreciate the hero Luke was. He was selfless, defended his friends and saved his father when nobody else wanted to. What Disney did to him in the sequels was a travesty. 

- If you ain't a fan of the re-releases after the 83 version, you ain't gonna like these versions (i.e. a beak added to the Sarlacc pitt, Hayden Christensen's force ghost, and Darth Vader's "no" at the end of the film added in 2011 editions and beyond etc). The latter I'm not used to because I only owned the 2004 dvd editions and Hayden's ghost used to make me roll my eyes because I wasn't a big fan of the prequels. But after seeing what Disney did to the original trilogy crew and the legacy of SW's, the prequels are masterpieces in comparison. 

- If you hated the Ewoks and the re-used concept of a 2nd Death star, nothing has changed here. 

- Despite having superb video quality overall, there was some soft spots especially in the battle of Endor fight towards the end. 

- Seriously, most of these negatives are really miniscule at best. 

Overall, it was an amazing experience to witness one of the greatest endings in cinematic history. If you are a huge SW fan or of the original trilogy, its worth it to watch it on the the big screen again. For me once again, SW's ended here. 

Poster here: https://comicbook.com/starwars/news/star-wars-return-of-the-jedi-returning-to-theaters-40th-anniversary-new-poster-revealed/

Transformers the Movie director's cut petition from Artist Stan

Transformers the movie director's cut petition

Hey, its worth the try. From Artist Stan of youtube. 

Transformers Toys Legacy Evolution Deluxe Shrapnel Review

 

Aloha, I am back with another TF review. And this time it is with Legacy Insecticon Shrapnel! How does he fare, lets get started!

Boxing

Like Scraphook, Shrapnel is of the evofusion gimmick but mainly through his weapons rather than limbs.

Standing tall

Visually, I was a little put off on how he looked initially. I didn't like how the pincers were of a dull grey paint. His chest cavity doesn't open like Kickback from the original Legacy line. No biggie on that. Either wise, he is painted nicely. As a matter of fact, I found Shrapnel to be delightful upon fidgeting with him.  He comes with dual blasters and a silver gun which allow you to attach the dual blasters for the fusion gimmick. Or you can simply his weapons on any 5mm peg you find.  Overall, it would had been nice to paint his pincers the same to compliment his gun. 

W/Kickback

Both figures are light. It's great to finally pair KB with another member of the Insecticons. Took Hastak long enough. Robot mode, Shrapnel is done better. KB was and is still too loose as of this date. Shrapnel's joints are tighter and so is his head... a little too tight however. Mix and  match their weapons for some additional fun factor. The only problem is KB's drum mag can get in the way disallowing multiple uses for gun placements on Shrapnel's. 

Transform

Shrapnel's transformation is definitely more complex than KB's. His two pistols form part of his appendages though it can be removed to be used as turret placements. The fun part about this mode is pretty much the usage of his pincers. It works really well on this mode. I really wish it was a metallic finish like his original toy and he is also lacking the yellow legs he once had which is also a dull grey finish on this one. Still, I prefer this mode over KB's. 

Conclusion

Arguably the better of the two Insecticons playwise. The use of his pincers is what makes him enjoyable. Joints are a definite improvement over his loose buddy. The only complaint for the umpteenth time is the color of the pincers. The internet shares the same grievances as well.  I'm not the only one who feels this way. Anyhow, let's bring Bombshell and complete the trio.