Play Transformers - Autobots (I)(Puppa) Online

Transformers: Autobots for the Nintendo DS came out in 2007, published by Activision. It was one of those licensed games that tried to capture the feel of the live-action movie on a handheld, using the dual screens and touch controls in ways that were pretty common for the platform at the time.

You control an Autobot of your choice, customizing its appearance before being dropped into urban environments to complete missions, which usually involve fighting off waves of Decepticons. The core mechanic is the transformation itself, activated by a quick swipe on the touchscreen to shift from robot to vehicle mode and back, which changes your movement and attack options. Combat is straightforward, relying on lock-on targeting and a mix of melee and ranged attacks, while the mission structure has you racing against time, escorting allies, or destroying specific targets. The difficulty can spike when multiple enemies swarm you, and the camera sometimes struggles to keep up with the action. It feels like a simplified but earnest attempt to bring large-scale robot battles into your hands.