Robosen released a $1,299 auto-converting G1 Optimus Prime robot featuring touch and power updates, voice commands, and a USB-C charging port, with shipments scheduled for December 2026.
The Bottom Line
- The Flagship Optimus Prime Auto-converting Robot (2026 Edition) features 5,000 parts, 27 servo motors, and over 200 audio clips recorded by the late Peter Cullen.
- Owners can control the figure via voice commands, a PC, an application, or a manual controller alongside integration with Mini Theater setups for Megatron and Bumblebee.
Optimus Prime Rolls Out With Updated Mechanics
Robosen expanded its automated Transformers line with a modernized version of its flagship Generation 1 Autobot leader, CBR reported. The collectible relies on 27 servo motors and more than 5,000 engineered parts to transform, walk, and drive entirely on its own.
Users can operate the device using voice activation, computer software, a dedicated app, or a manual controller. The 2026 release also incorporates a USB-C charging port to streamline power management alongside updated voice interfaces.
Peter Cullen Voices 200 Audio Clips
The figure includes over 200 audio clips voiced by the late Peter Cullen. The collectible also retains the character’s signature weapons, including his energo-axe and classic Ion blaster.
Collectors can pair the device with existing Robosen releases for Bumblebee, Grimlock, Soundwave, and Megatron.
Pre-Orders Cost $1,299 with December 2026 Shipping
The auto-converting robot is priced at $1,299.00 USD. Pre-orders are currently live, with shipments expected to roll out in December 2026 before the new year.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,299.00 USD |
| Hardware | 5,000 parts and 27 servo motors |
| Audio | Over 200 clips featuring Peter Cullen |
| Power Supply | USB-C charging port |
The 2026 launch coincides with the 40th anniversary of the character’s death in The Transformers: The Movie, prompting a wave of anniversary collectibles from Hasbro, Takara, and Robosen.
