Vintage Toys & Games

Chaos, Lakeside

Chaos from Lakeside (1971)

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Released by Lakeside in 1971, the Chaos board game called on players’ observation and memory skills to navigate a chaotic race across the board.

Rube Goldberg: Breaking Convention

This engineer and artist had a talent for breaking convention. His zany cartoons showcased elaborately engineered devices designed to perform simple tasks.

Air Jammer Road Rammer from TOMY (1980)

“It’s a car that runs on air, no batteries or gas in there.”

Easy Curl Quick Hair Setting Set from Kenner (1968)

Kenner’s Easy Curl Quick Hair Setting Set let kids style their hair just like their moms.

Close ‘n Play Phonograph from Kenner (1973)

First introduced in 1966, this portable record player ran on batteries and played 45 RPM records.

Silly Safari from Topper Toys (1966)

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In 1966, Topper Toys released Silly Safari, a jungle-based contraption game with 3D mechanics reminiscent of Ideal’s Mouse Trap released three years earlier.

SixFinger from Topper Toys (1965)

Released in 1965 by Topper Toys, Sixfinger was a quirky spy-themed device designed to resemble an extra appendage.

Charles S. Raizen: Patterning Playtime

Charles S. Raizen invented a new way to transfer patterns through friction, creating a new niche and earning his place in toy-industry history.

Robotech Action Figures from Matchbox (1986)

“Start your collection of Robotech action figures…”

Downfall, Milton Bradley, Vintage Games

Downfall from Milton Bradley (1979)

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Released by Milton Bradley in 1979, Downfall challenged players to beat their opponent in navigating a group of disks down the game grid using a series of wheels.