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The Infamous CANCELLED Beyblades!!
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The Infamous CANCELLED Beyblades!!

Beyblade's 25-Year History: Cancelled and Unreleased Beyblades

Overview of Beyblade Generations

  • Beyblade has been around for 25 years, featuring hundreds of releases across four distinct generations.
  • The video focuses on cancelled and unreleased Beyblades, particularly from the Plastic Generation (1999-2005).
  • Differences between Hasbro and Takara Tomy releases are acknowledged but not the main focus; some examples of unreleased Beyblades will be discussed.

The Hard Metal System (HMS)

  • HMS was a late series revision with new Bays and launchers, becoming rare and highly sought after by collectors.
  • Some HMS Bays like Aeron Knight Dron MF and Shining God Ms never received Hasbro versions, leading to their rarity.
  • Speculation exists regarding why these Bays were not released in the U.S., possibly due to declining popularity or franchise fatigue.

Cancelled Series: Beyblade Insect

  • The first cancelled series discussed is "Beyblade Insect," which remains largely unknown with few low-quality images available.
  • Three revealed Beyblades included Rhinoceros Beetle, Hercules Beetle, and Stag Beetle; reasons for cancellation are unclear.
  • The concept was based on a regional insect fighting game popular in certain countries but may not have appealed globally.

Transition to Metal Fight Beyblade (MFB)

  • MFB began in Japan in 2008 but faced challenges with Hasbro's adaptations leading to significant changes in gimmicks.
  • Season 3 (Metal Fury) saw major alterations that affected the lineup compared to Takara Tomy's original designs.

Final Season Challenges: Zero-G/Shogun Steel

  • The final season introduced new characters but suffered from unpopularity due to various factors including franchise fatigue.
  • Episode count was reduced significantly, with the last episodes released as OVA rather than regular broadcasts.

Beyblade Series Overview and Cancellations

Beyblade Generations and Notable Releases

  • The discussion begins with various Beyblade designs, including the Drigger-inspired Berserker BYO, Hindu-themed Guardian Garuda, and the final villain Beyblade Phantom Threer, which is a spiritual successor to Doge's Dark Wolf from Season 1.
  • The speaker reflects on their personal experience with the Zerog series, noting its lack of popularity despite some appealing designs. This series marks the only instance of a Beyblade series being canceled while still airing.

Hasbro Spin-offs and Their Impact

  • Mention of unfortunate Hasbro spin-offs like Bay Warrior Cyborg, which was criticized for being more akin to Hot Wheels than traditional Beyblade. It aired partially in Italy and on Toonami Asia but did not release in the US.
  • Transitioning into the third generation of Beyblade: Beyblade Burst (2015-2023), which saw significant growth in viewership and channel development for many fans.

Changes Between Takaratomy and Hasbro

  • The speaker notes that while Beyblade Burst had a clean release with no mid-series cancellations like MFB, there were oddities such as the final season "Beyblade Burst Quad Strike" not airing in Japan.
  • A wave of Hasbro Bays was planned but never released; these included remakes from previous generations like Driger Fang and Wolborg. Some listings existed without images, indicating possible mismanagement or market concerns.

Final Releases and Current Generation

  • Discussion about how Hasbro did not bring over certain releases like Barricade Lucifer due to its absence from the anime despite its unique gimmick.
  • Introduction to the current generation: Beyblade X (started July 2023), which has been releasing monthly since then.

Crossover Projects and Fan Involvement

  • Takara Tomy announced that Beyblade X would celebrate all previous series leading up to its 25th anniversary in 2024 through a crossover project featuring remakes of old generation Beyblades.
  • Fans participated in voting for which Bay they wanted remade; however, this led to controversy when "Trio," known for its large attack ring design, was chosen—raising concerns about compatibility with new system mechanics.

Design Challenges Faced by Takara Tomy

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