This ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘Transformers’ Collaboration Is Giving Us Life, Code Red Collectible Revealed

Published 07/22/2023, 6:51 AM EDT

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It’s been a year since the last season of Stranger Things came out. While we eagerly anticipate the next chapter of the Hawkins saga, the bond between fans and the show remains unbreakable. Meanwhile, the Duffer Brothers show has joined hands with another iconic fictional universe in a blend of sci-fi and supernatural that will surely psyche you up.

Fans all over the world also adore the legendary story of Transformers, featuring sentient robots. Over time, the love for Transformers has persisted through its many toys, movies, and animated series. “Transformers Collaborative” is a range of toys by the brand Hasbro, which combines the franchise with other popular movies and shows. Their crossover figures feature the beloved Transformers characters fused with other characters from renowned franchises.

And now, both Stranger Things and Transformers are fused together to thrill their fans.

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The Stranger Things collectible that every fan is going to want

In a collision of two epic universes, Hasbro is set to release a collectible that sees a combination of the 80s nostalgia from Stranger Things with the Transformers. As revealed by Seibertron, the Collectible is going to be a fully transformable rendition of the iconic pizza van from Season 4 of Stranger Things. The Code Red 6.5-inch figure will change from the Surfer Boy pizza van to a robot in just 16 steps.

The coolest part is going to be the box it comes in. It looks exactly like the pizza box from the show that Argyle is seen sometimes delivering and sometimes not. The pack also includes some cool additions like a bat, axe, and believe it or not, a pizza blaster! With a retro design, this Transformers Collaborative is a delightful ode to the beloved Netflix series.

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After all, the van played a major role in the last season of the show. Some keen fans of the show even got to make a special discovery because of the van and the phone number on it!

How viewers were pranked by this detail on the pizza van

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As we step into the fantasy-filled world of Stranger Things, the streets of Hawkins come to mind. Cruising through these streets is the pizza van playing soundtracks from the 80s. Inside the van, is one of the last season’s most loved additions, the character called Argyle. With his laid-back approach owing to some recreational drugs, his persona was one that always took over the screen effortlessly.

Some fans were quick to notice that the Surfer Boy pizza shop’s van has a number on it. No die-hard fan can resist the temptation to dial a number they see on their favorite show. To their pleasant surprise, the number actually did go through to a pre-recorded message from Argyle. He introduces the pizza joint in typical Argyle fashion, saying, “ We make everything fresh here at Surfer Boy, except for our pineapple, which comes from a can, but I still recommend slapping some juicy pineapple on.”

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As fans await Duffer brothers to release the next season of the epic show amidst the SAG-AFTRA, they can fall back on the Transformers toy to pass the time with. This transformer collectible is going to become a favorite for young and old fans alike. Have you ever bought a Transformers collaborative? Tell us in the comments.

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Ibadat Kaur

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Ibadat Kaur is an entertainment writer at Netflix Junkie. Her love for Narcos & Pedro Pascal is what brought her to the world of entertainment news. She has immense love for historical and investigative documentaries on people and cultural practices.

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