Transformers : Rise of the Beasts Recap & Review | Geekset

Name: Transformers : Rise of the Beasts Recap & Review | Geekset
Uploaded: 2025-11-07T04:38:00-08:00
Duration: 43 min 23 s
Channel: SWAY'S UNIVERSE
Description: The hosts review 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' as a successful return to form for the franchise, praising its 90s hip-hop soundtrack, voice acting…

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About this episode The hosts review 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' as a successful return to form for the franchise, praising… AI summary

The hosts review 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' as a successful return to form for the franchise, praising its 90s hip-hop soundtrack, voice acting (particularly Pete Davidson), and action sequences. They analyze the plot's soft reboot nature, the introduction of the Maximals and Terrorcons, and the post-credits GI Joe crossover, while noting minor critiques regarding excessive comedy and Optimus Prime's lack of 'beast mode' combat.

Key takeaways 6

The film's soundtrack is a standout feature, utilizing 90s hip-hop to match the 1994 setting, with a Spotify playlist released by the franchise.
Pete Davidson's voice acting as Mirage was highly praised, with the guest noting it cemented his comedic timing and made the character potentially more likable than Bumblebee.
The movie serves as a soft reboot that introduces the Maximals (Optimus Primal) and Terrorcons, bridging lore from the future to 1990s Earth.
The plot incorporates 'National Treasure' style discovery elements, specifically the ancient temple in Peru and indigenous tribe lore.
The post-credits scene reveals a GI Joe crossover, establishing a shared universe where humans have access to Transformer technology via suits.
Critiques included the film being too comedic at times and Optimus Prime lacking his signature one-liners or 'beast mode' fighting prowess compared to other Transformers.

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“I think what made this one get the four and what made it feel different for us one right off the rip was the soundtrack... everything in this yeah like all of the music was pretty much 90s hip-hop”

▶ 2:24 Host explaining why the film felt fresh compared to previous entries, highlighting the musical direction.
“I'm finding myself saying damn is it I think I might like Mirage better than bumblebee”

Guest's reaction to Pete Davidson's performance as Mirage, indicating strong character appeal.
“It's like that National Treasure discovery type aspect of it... it makes it feel like oh this ancient thing”

▶ 22:55 Host describing the archaeological adventure element in Peru involving the ancient temple and transport key.
“I don't need to see Optimus fall again... but it was that because you got to think too also you know they talk they tell the story of uh Megatron and I mean I make a round of Optimus and how Optimus the reason why they were even on her if it was a pit stop”

▶ 18:01 Discussion on Bumblebee's sacrifice and the backstory of how Autobots got stranded on Earth.
“Now I'm excited for the what to come right you know what I'm saying now I want to go back and do the research he knows about the Transformers now too”

▶ 39:01 Host expressing renewed interest in the franchise due to the expanded lore and GI Joe connection.