While out looking for Animated Arcee and Ratchet at my local Toys R Us, I came across the new Transformers “Shanghai Showdown” three pack. This exclusive set includes a “dirty” Mudflap/Skids ice cream truck and a white repaint of Demolishor. Unlike some of TRU’s other exclusives, this set is priced at a reasonable $29.99.

If you missed the Turbo Tank deal at Target a few months ago, you’ll probably want to hit your local Toys R Us on November 1st. According to Yakface, the retailer will have the Turbo Tank and the exclusive Republic “Crumb Bomber” Gunship on sale for $79.99 and $49.99, respectively.

The Star Wars Ralph McQuarrie box sets have begun to show up at Toys R Us stores across the country. The sets are priced at $39.99 and include 6-7 figures.  This really isn’t that bad of deal, especially when you consider that some of the figures were exclusives that still go for nearly $20 each.

If you haven’t had your fill of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen toys yet, you’re in luck. The  Toys R Us exclusive Gathering at the Nemesis set has begun to hit stores in the U.S. Mr. Sparklebot of the TFW2005 boards found this box set at the TRU store in Murray, Utah. The Gathering at the Nemesis includes the Fallen, a G1 colored Soundwave and a (yet another) repaint of the Voyager class Megatron toy from the 2007 movie.

If you missed Toys R Us’ Transformers Universe sale the first time around, you’re in luck. Until August 5th,  you can pick up Universe Ultras and Voyagers for 50% off. As before, the sale does not include deluxe class Universe figures, ROTF toys or the exclusive Universe Ultras.

If you missed the Star Wars The Clone Wars AT-TE the first time around, Toys R Us is giving you another chance to pick up this badass toy. Better yet, as part of their “Christmas in July” promotion, they will have the AT-TE on sale for a mere $49.99. The sale begins on July 19th and you’ll probably want to be there when the doors open if you want to score one of these. Otherwise, if you’d rather sleep in and pay to have it shipped to your home, the AT-TE is already on sale online for $49.99.

It appears that Toys R Us is trying to clear out the huge pile of Transformers Universe and Animated toys clogging up the shelves at most stores. Until July 18th, you can pick up Universe Ultras and Voyagers as well as Animated Supreme, Leaders and Bumper Battlers for 50% off. Unfortunately, the sale does not include deluxe class figures, Animated Voyagers or the exclusive Universe Ultras.

If you can’t wait until Saturday to get your hands on the new Transformers Revenge of the Fallen toys, you’re in luck. Toys R Us will be holding a special preview event on Friday, May 29th. Beginning at 9pm, Transformer fans will be able to pick up the latest ROTF toys at participating Toys R Us stores.

Not to be outdone, Wal-mart has also moved up their release to 5pm on Friday, May 29th. All stores should have gotten the memo from corporate about this change but some seem to be sticking to the original release date of May 30th. 

Update: Wal-mart has moved their release up to tonight at midnight. Happy hunting!

Toys”R”Us today announced a “Gift Card Exchange Program,” allowing customers with KB Toys gift cards the opportunity to take advantage of special savings at Toys”R”Us stores nationwide. KB Toys recently announced that it is no longer accepting its gift cards at KB Toys stores. To help those who may still have KB Toys gift cards, Toys”R”Us stores will welcome customers to exchange their KB Toys gift card for a coupon valid for 15% off any one toy item at Toys”R”Us from now through Saturday, January 31, 2009.*

“We’re pleased to offer KB Toys shoppers this special savings opportunity,” said Greg Ahearn, Senior Vice President, Marketing and eCommerce, Toys”R”Us, U.S. “We also hope to familiarize KB Toys customers with the advantages of shopping at Toys”R”Us, including our expert customer service and Rewards”R”Us program, which offers added incentives for loyal customers to shop and save on our expansive selection of toys, games and electronics.”

Wave 4 of the Star Wars comic two packs have begun to show up at retail. Rogue_2 and kenbenobi, of the Rebelscum forums, found the sets at Toys R Us and Wal-mart stores in the Madison and Milwaukee areas. Wave 4 of the comic two packs includes Clone Emperor/Luke Skywalker and Commander Faie/Quinlan Vos as well as the hard to find sets from wave 3 like Grand Admiral Thrawn/Talon Karrde and Darth Vader (White)/Princess Leia. Thanks to Rogue_2 for the picture!