Released in 1979 from Kenner, the Darth Vader TIE Fighter was a modified version of the company’s original TIE Fighter vehicle replica from the movie Star Wars.

“You’re either going to win and be the world’s top power, or lose and get a lesson in strategy from your mother-in-law.”

Mattel’s Double Trouble theme saw Big Jim and his chief nemesis Zorak undergoing facial metamorphosis with the twist of their arms.

“The closest thing to real racing.”

Introduced in the mid-1970s, The Green Machine was marketed by Marx as a high-performance ride-on for older kids

“Time for the Captain’s party!”

This 1975 dealer advertisement for Kiddie Fondue from Kenner! features kids having fondue fun.

“Hey, he wants to play.”

The Tuff Stuff Shoppin’ Basket was part of the company’s Preschool line and designed to support role-play centered on everyday shopping activities.

“You’re about to see something incredible…”

Tomy’s Drive Yourself Crazy handheld game put kids ages 6 and up into the driver’s seat.

“Let’s add new hair and start again!”