Mystic Skull: The Game of Voodoo from Ideal (1964)

Released in 1964 by Ideal Mystic Skull: The Game of Voodoo saw players take on the role of a “witch doctor” and cast hexes on their opponents.

Scooby-Doo Friends & Foes Deluxe Boxed Set from Mezco Toyz

Mezco Toyz 5 Point series of collectable figures now includes the Scooby-Doo Friends & Foes Deluxe Boxed Set.

Aurora Movie Monsters (1964)

The first of Aurora’s 19-inch monster-themed kits came out in 1962 in partnership with Universal Studios and quickly became fan favourites.

Toho ULTIMATES! from Super7

Super7 readies its new Toho ULTIMATES! Godzilla and Biollante figures for launch in summer 2023.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial from Atari (1982)

“The video game that lets you help E.T. get home, just in time for Christmas.”

E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial 40th Anniversary Collection From NECA

NECA releases new figures to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Steven Spielberg’s E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial blockbuster film.

Casper the Talking Ghost from Mattel (1961)

Mattel released the Casper the Talking Ghost doll in 1961, a toy based on the Casper the Friendly Ghost character created in the 1930s.

From Fantastical to Frightful: Halloween Recordings for Everyone

From fantastical to frightful, Brian Washington offers his suggestions for vintage Halloween recordings to please the young and young at heart.

Danii Meger, Scooby-Doo

Danii Meger collects Scooby-Doo merchandise. In this edition of Collector Spotlight, Danii talks about right and wrong in the world of collecting and the approach that turns “stuff” into a collection.

Monsterizer from Remco (1980)

“Activate the Monsterizer!”

Mark B. Ledenbach, Author Vintage Halloween Collectibles: An Identification and Price Guide

Mark B. Ledenbach is the author of Vintage Halloween Collectibles: An Identification and Price Guide. In this edition of The Friday Five, Mark shares early examples of Halloween collectibles and discloses the problem plaguing collectors.

The Funky Phantom Game from Milton Bradley (1971)

Released in 1971 by Milton Bradley, The Funky Phantom Game invited players to explore a spooky home in an effort to release the Funky Phantom ghost from the grandfather clock.