Transformer Generation 1 Toys
Basically,
the Generation 1(G1) Transformers toys
have remained an all-time fan favourite, especially for those who were around
when the toys were first issued. It is something fans can identify with. It is
not only is scarce but it has grown substantially in value due to its classic status
as well as Collectors' Items. For most of these people, they are the only
'real' Transformers toys. Basically, Generation 1 are the years between
1984-1990. There are differences between the releases in US, UK/Europe as well
as those of Japan.
Basically, as with most other generations, there have been many versions of a figure released in Generation One (US) Among them are first incarnations of Optimus Prime and Megatron, many familiar G1 subgroups such as Dinobots, minispies, Targetmasters, Headmasters, Aerialbots, Predacons, Pretenders, Cassettes for Blaster and Soundwave and many more.
In
Europe, most of the Generation 1(1984-1993) releases were also available in the
US. European Generation 1 subgroups include the turbomasters (aka cannonmasters) aquaspeeders, rescue force,
predators, obliterators, lightformers, skyscorches and
stormtroopers.
In
Japan, several Generation 1(1985-1992) releases were limited in edition, some
had different colour schemes and some releases even had different names. Some of the difference
in names include Cybertrons for
Autobots, Destrons for the
Decepticons and Convoy for
Optimus Prime.
For new Transformers fans who intend in starting Transformers toys collecting, Generation 1 would be the perfect line to start off with. Do take time to shop around – compare the prices and toys that are available in the market. It would be a wise move and investment as well.