Takara Tomy Revives G1 Autobots Twincast & Rewind with Premium Designs

Somen Halder Oct 05, 2026 0

Premium Redesigns Bring Classic G1 Heroes Back to Life

Takara Tomy has just announced a glossy new MPG‑27 pack that revives two beloved Generation One Autobots. Twincast, the boombox‑transforming clone of Blaster, and his cassette sidekick Rewind receive fresh color schemes and sharper sculpting, promising to stand out on any shelf.

What’s Inside the Duo Pack?

The set bundles both figures for ¥27,500 (≈$175) and ships with a mountain of extras: an interchangeable head for Twincast, a sturdy barrier case, dual megaphones, effect parts, a sticky gun, a monitor panel, an electro‑scrambler gun, a collectible character card, and the standard instruction booklet. Fans will recognize many of these pieces from earlier releases, but the new paintwork gives them a modern twist.

Historical Roots of Twincast and Rewind

Twincast first appeared in the 1987 Japanese anime Transformers: The Headmasters as the rebuilt version of Blaster after a clash with Soundwave. The character later resurfaced in Dreamwave’s 2002 Generation One comics, written by Chris Sarracini and illustrated by Pat Lee, re‑establishing his place in the G1 mythos. Rewind, essentially a Mini‑Cassette that lives inside Twincast’s tape deck, has always been his faithful companion.

Why the Timing Matters

2026 has been a banner year for Transformers collectors, driven by the 40th‑anniversary celebration of The Transformers: The Movie. The anniversary sparked a wave of re‑issues, theater screenings, and nostalgic buzz, making it the perfect moment for Takara Tomy to drop a high‑end G1‑centric set.

Hasbro’s Alyse D'Antuono recently highlighted the emotional resonance of Optimus Prime’s sacrifice in the film, underscoring how the franchise’s legacy continues to fuel fan passion across toys and media.

For those eager to snag the duo, pre‑orders open on November 11, and the figures are expected to arrive in stores by late May 2027. Whether you’re a veteran collector or a newer fan drawn in by the anniversary hype, these premium designs offer a fresh yet faithful tribute to two iconic Autobots.

// FAQs

The Takara Tomy MPG‑27 Twincast & Rewind duo pack is scheduled to hit stores in late May 2027, with pre‑orders opening on November 11.

Each pack includes an interchangeable head for Twincast, an adapter, barrier case, two megaphones, effect parts, a sticky gun, monitor panel, electro‑scrambler gun, character card and the instruction manual.

Twincast originated as Blaster in the 1987 Headmasters series and later reappeared in Dreamwave Generation One, while Rewind serves as his cassette companion, making the duo nostalgic icons of the original G1 era.