Behind the curtain: Transformer toy prototype

An interview with Alex Kubalsky, the Austrailian designer behind this new line of Transformer action figures, reveals the new line of toys with the “Classic Mirage” prototype. The action figure project, which is a joint venture between Japan’s Takarotomy and America’s Hasbro, led to the creation of the Mirage, Bumblebee line of Transformer toys.

The Bumblebee figures come sporting a cocky smile on their faces instead of the traditional unconcerned faces of the original Transformer toys. The new line will also include a MP3 player styled action figure which will metamorphose from an iPod-esque device, into a winged creature of prey. These designs are also being integrated into the Transformers motion picture.