Transformers: War For Cybertron

Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy is a toyline and transmedia franchise that is part of the Transformers brand by Hasbro announced in February 2018. It is not related to the video game of the same name.

## Synopsis

### Chapter 1: "Siege"

Cybertron has been ravaged by the civil war between the Autobots and Decepticons. In an attempt to end the conflict, Megatron considers using the AllSpark as a last resort, but Optimus Prime wants to prevent that from happening, even if that means destroying Cybertron in order to save it.

### Chapter 2: "Earthrise"

The Transformers leave Cybertron in search for the AllSpark, leading the Autobots and Decepticons to land on Earth.Template:Failed verification

### Chapter 3: "Kingdom"

Worlds collide when the Maximals and Predacons join the fight, coming together with the Autobots and Decepticons in an epic battle that will alter their destiny forever.

## Toyline

Most of the action figures and accessories in the War for Cybertron Trilogy feature 5 millimeter ports situated over multiple places as the main play pattern of this line: modular weaponry and accommodation. The line is split into three subline imprints titled “Siege”, “Earthrise”, and “Kingdom” respectively. All of the designs of the transformers are based on the Transformers: Generation 1 series and Beast Wars series. Mass retail figures are sold in prices ranging from $5USD to $160USD. Geared towards older fans, toys from this line emphasize on maximum possibility and quality while featuring more complex conversions between modes.

**Transformers: Siege subline**

**Transformers: Earthrise subline**

**Transformers: Kingdom subline**

## Television series

Following the conclusion of the *Prime Wars Trilogy* animated series in July 2018, and the official closing of Machinima in February 2019, Hasbro's production studio Allspark and Netflix announced a *War for Cybertron Trilogy* animated series produced by Rooster Teeth, alongside Allspark Animation and Polygon Pictures for a release schedule in 2020. F. J. DeSanto would return as showrunner while George Krstic, Gavin Hignight and Brandon M. Easton joined as writers. The first season was originally set to be released in June 2020, but was rescheduled to July 30, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The second season was released on December 30, 2020.

Polygon Pictures President and CEO Shuzo John Shiota said "We're thrilled to be working with Rooster Teeth, Netflix and Hasbro to bring this fan-oriented More than Meets the Eye story to life. The *Transformers* universe has so many rich characters and engaging stories. Getting the opportunity to be part of the team bringing the robots in disguise to life in this new trilogy is unbelievable."

Tom Warner, Senior Vice President for the *Transformers* franchise for Hasbro, said "The *Transformers* brand is a global phenomenon with toys, consumer products, films, television shows, and literature, resonating with millions of passionate fans around the world. This brand new Netflix series will add to the incredible slate of *Transformers* offerings with a truly unique story that will delight both existing fans and those being introduced to the wonder of robots in disguise."

Rooster Teeth co-founder and Chief Content Officer Matt Hullum said "*Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy* marks the inaugural production for our Rooster Teeth Studios division and we’re proud to be partnering with and entrusted by Hasbro and Netflix. As fans of these characters, it's been a joy bringing our storytelling and animation expertise to this project. This teaser trailer is just a taste of what’s to come in this series, and we can’t wait to see what the fans think, especially our Rooster Teeth community!"

### Voice cast

#### Arc 1: *Siege*

* Philip Bache as Skytread (2 episodes)
* Edward Bosco as Ultra Magnus (4 episodes) and Soundwave (4 episodes)
* Brian Robert Burns as Cog (3 episodes)
* Brook Chalmers as Impactor (5 episodes)
* Alexander DiLallo as Barricade (3 episodes)
* Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime (6 episodes)
* Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet (4 episodes) and Soundblaster (2 episodes)
* Todd Haberkorn as Red Alert (5 episodes) and Shockwave (3 episodes)
* Gray G. Haddock as Spinister (2 episodes)
* Danny Hansen as Thundercracker (2 episodes)
* Shawn Hawkins as Mirage (5 episodes)
* Sophia Isabella as Arcee (2 episodes)
* Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide (4 episodes)
* Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion (1 episode)
* Miles Luna as Cliffjumper (1 episode) and Teletraan-1 (1 episode)
* Ellie Main as Moonracer (2 episodes)
* Jason Marnocha as Megatron (6 episodes)
* Georgia Reed as Chromia (6 episodes)
* Bill Rogers as Wheeljack (6 episodes)
* Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1 (6 episodes)
* Keith Silverstein as Jetfire (6 episodes) and Omega Supreme (2 episodes)
* Jimmie Stafford as Hound (5 episodes)
* Frank Todaro as Starscream (6 episodes), Refraktor (1 episode), and Ravage (1 episode)
* Aaron Veach as Prowl (4 episodes)
* Mark Whitten as Sideswipe (6 episodes) and Skywarp (2 episodes)
* Joe Zieja as Bumblebee (4 episodes)

#### Arc 2: *Earthrise*

* Philip Bache as Skytread
* Edward Bosco as Soundwave
* Alexander DiLallo as Barricade
* Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime
* Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet
* Todd Haberkorn as Red Alert and Shockwave
* Danny Hansen as Thundercracker
* Shawn Hawkins as Mirage
* Sophia Isabella as Arcee
* Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide
* Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion
* Georgia Reed as Chromia
* Bill Rogers as Wheeljack
* Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1, Deseesus' face 2
* Keith Silverstein as Jetfire, Deseesus' face 1
* Jimmie Stafford as Hound
* Frank Todaro as Starscream
* Sean Wright as Sky Lynx
* Jason Marnocha as Megatron, Galvatron and Dome Guards
* Mark Whitten as Sideswipe
* Joe Zieja as Bumblebee
* Michael Dunn as Scorponok
* Adin Rudd as Scrapface
* Jonathan Lipow as Unicron
* Michael Schwalbe as Doubledealer
* Ken Rogers as Exhaust
* Alex Taber as Bug Bite
* Michael Jones as Thrust
* Jay Sanford as Dirge, Deseesus' face 4
* Jolene Andersen as Deseesus' face 3
* Joseph Noughton as Deseesus' face 5

### Reception

On Rotten Tomatoes, *War for Cybertron: Siege* has an approval rating of 95% based on reviews from 19 critics. The site's consensus is: "Visually stunning, surprisingly deep, and still a lot of fun, *War for Cybertron: Siege* breathes new life into the Transformers franchise."

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Fans criticized Rooster Teeth for not having Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, or any well known actors involved and instead hiring "non-union voice talent". Garry Chalk (who previously voiced Optimus Primal) was critical of the voice acting, which he described as "low energy".

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