Transformers: Worst Bot Ever - Bot Swap! review

The Worst Bot Ever Returns??

Yep! Writer Brian Smith and artist Marz Jr. continue the story of Ballpoint, a tiny Decepticon that turns into a pen! Except now he’s joined the Autobots and thanks to an accident involving Wheeljack’s new invention, he’s swapped bodies with the REAL Worst Bot EVER… MEGATRON!

Oh right.

Yeah, “Bot Swap” is another extra-sized, lighthearted tale in the vein of the first Worst Bot Ever release. The art and story are a little more cartoon-y and not to be taken that seriously, but there’s some entertaining stuff and fun to be had. This instalment kind of reminded me of the episode of Justice League Unlimited where Flash swapped brains with Lex Luthor. Both Ballpoint and Megatron have to deal with being in each other’s bodies and bases… with amusing results on both ends!

Writer Brian Smith gets to continue his jokes about Rumble and Frenzy and their own identity crisis, as well as some other funny references that longtime Transformers fans will notice. Otherwise, this is a light and fun story that anyone can enjoy as long as they leave their expectations at the door. It might not be for everyone, but it’s certainly a good way to introduce younger kids to Transformers as well.

Buy Worst Bot Ever: Bot Swap! this week cuz let’s face it, when else is Gnaw gonna have a starring role?

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