Karate Kid Action Figures from Remco (1984)
“Discover the secrets of karate with Karate Kid tri-action figures.”
Vintage Advertising
Remember the toys and games of years past through vintage advertising – for better and for worse!
Gator Golf from Milton Bradley (1994)
Released in 1994 by Milton Bradley, Gator Golf was a miniature golfing game for kids that could be played indoors.
Trouble and Double Trouble from Milton Bradley (1992)
“Grandma’s poppin’, grandpa’s poppin’, poppin’ over you!”
FraidyCats from Milton Bradley (1994)
Released in 1994 by Milton Bradley, FraidyCats was billed as “the purrfect race game of fur flyin’ fun!”
Slinky from James Industries (1995)
Enjoy this vintage commercial celebrating the 50th anniversary of Slinky in 1995.
Betty Crocker Juicer/Blender from Kenner (1980)
Long before whipping up a batch of kale smoothies became all the rage, Kenner released the Betty Crocker Juicer/Blender.
Golferino from Hubley (1962)
Released in 1962 by Hubley, Golferino was a 9-hole tabletop miniature golf course molded in high-impact plastic.
Darth Vader Tie Fighter from Kenner (1979)
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.
Musingo from Mattel (1962)
What would you get if you combined bingo with music? Musingo, the “surprise musical” game from Mattel!
Lionel Trains n Truckin’ Sets from Lionel (1976)
Enjoy this vintage commercial for Lionel Trains n Truckin’ sets starring Johnny Cash.
Jewel Magic from Mattel (1975)
When loaded with beads, Jewel Magic produced “oodles of baubles ‘n bangles” at the turn of its handle.
Super Skittle Bowl from Aurora (1973)
“Olympic-size skittle bowl, it’s like having a bowling alley in your backyard or playroom.”
Monster Machine from Hansa (1979)
“With the Monster Machine and your imagination, you can crank out a creepy creation.”
Drive Yourself Crazy from Tomy (1976)
Tomy’s Drive Yourself Crazy handheld game put kids ages 6 and up into the driver’s seat.