{"id":19706,"date":"2015-02-07T01:57:30","date_gmt":"2015-02-07T06:57:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=19706"},"modified":"2015-02-07T01:57:30","modified_gmt":"2015-02-07T06:57:30","slug":"halo-toy-review-mega-bloks-heavy-assault-cyclops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=19706","title":{"rendered":"Halo Toy Review: Mega Bloks Heavy Assault Cyclops"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"MB\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Mega Bloks Heavy Assault Cyclops: Set #CNC98 <–Mega has gone with a new number system for their sets it appears.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Technical Specifications:<\/strong>
\nBuild Time:<\/strong>\u00a02 minutes sorting, less than 5 minutes building
\nSet Piece Count:<\/strong>\u00a076
\nMinifigs:\u00a0<\/strong>UNSC Marine in Grey\/Black armor, with brown undergarment
\nWeapons:\u00a0<\/strong>Railgun
\nAccessories:<\/strong>\u00a0Backpack
\nSpecial Features:<\/strong>\u00a0Poseable mech w\/opening and closing cockpit
\nCost:<\/strong>\u00a0$15<\/p>\n

And on with the pics!\u00a0<\/strong>(Click pics to make\u00a0BIGGER<\/strong>)<\/p>\n

\"MB
\n<\/a>The packaging as always looks nice. Above is the front, back, and then the front again without the bubble and pieces attached to it.\u00a0\"MB
\n<\/a>This is what you get in the package.The tray of pieces and two small bags of parts, plus the directions.\"MB
\n<\/a>Here’s everything sorted out.\"MB
\n<\/a>The cyclops’ build is the same up to this point as the others. From here it takes a different turn.\"MB
\n<\/a>Note, that there are extenders on the shoulders to elevate the shoulder armor. As well, as shown by the insert, the forearms have been replaced with those 2×2 connecting pieces.
\nAlso note that this cyclops’ cockpit is not transparent as the other ones have been.\"MB
\n<\/a>The heavily armed weapons are built and ready to be attached.\"MB
\n<\/a>Above shows the front, back and sides of the mech.\"MB
\n<\/a>This version of a UNSC Marine is the first time we’ve had it in this color scheme. It somewhat reflects the color scheme of the mech itself, but in lighter colors. I haven’t found this exact version in Halo 4 yet, so I can’t say if this is game accurate or not.\"MB
\n<\/a>As you can see the figure fits in the cockpit easily.\"MB<\/a>And the full set. One thing I forgot to photograph that I usually do separately are the weapons\/accessories. This set comes with a silver Railgun and Black Backpack for the Marine.<\/p>\n

Summary:<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong>The set is a quick build, just as all the other cyclops are. Though this one might take one extra minute due to the new armed forearms.<\/p>\n

Overall Rating:<\/strong>\u00a0I give this set 7.5\u00a0out for 10 medals.<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0This set has an okay\u00a0value at $15.<\/p>\n

So why did I give this a 7.5 out of 10?<\/span><\/strong>
\n\u2022 First, there is the fact that this version hasn’t been seen in any of the games.
\n\u2022 Next, this is the eighth variant of the cyclops. I really think it’s time to retire this mold\/toy.
\n\u2022 Cockpit isn’t transparent.
\n\u2022 With only 3 missiles on the one arm, isn’t that kind of limiting?<\/p>\n

At this point, if more cyclops MUST be made, then I only want to see a team Blue and team Red cyclops, then call it done. But really, if Mega calls it quits for this toy here, I’m perfectly okay with it. It’s been done WAY too many times.<\/p>\n

Do I recommend it?<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0 Only if you’re a fan of the cyclops. OR if you really have a desire to own those weapon forearms. Otherwise, this is one I can see people passing on.<\/p>\n

That last sentence was hard for me to put in as I almost never say to not buy a set from Mega. This is one of those rarest of times.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions about this set that I didn’t cover in the review, please do not hesitate to ask me. Either reply below or e-mail me at sal@halofanforlife.com<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks for reading and let me know what you think of the review. If you get\u00a0this set yourself, please let\u00a0me know your thoughts on it too!<\/span><\/p>\n

If this review gives you an informed decision on whether to purchase the set or not, please consider a small donation (50 cents) maybe. It’s much appreciated and helps ensure that HFFL stays active on the internet. Thank You.<\/span><\/p>\n

-Sal<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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