The Best 90s Toys That Every Kid Wanted And You Can Still Buy Today
Updated: Mar 29, 2026
Your childhood is calling so you'd better answer that Dream Phone because the absolute best 90s toys are ready to reclaim their spot on your shelves; these legendary items were exactly what every kid begged Mom and Santa for; ranging from classic board games like Hungry, Hungry Hippos to Nickelodeon's Gak and sleepover staples like the N64 and Game Boy, each gift delivers a massive wave of fond memories; the ultimate items capturing that 90s energy became true collectibles over time; if you kept your stash safe from the trash bin, you are ahead of the game; if you accidentally threw them away, there is no need to worry because this collection has you covered; it is time to replace every Tamagotchi, lava lamp, Furby, Beanie Baby, and Pokemon card you ever missed; you absolutely want to dive back into those fun retro favorites, and you can easily do so with everything featured here; you'd be totally Clueless not to; make sure you also explore the best 80s toys
Scoop Ball Game
This game was lacrosse for you and the pals in the backyard before you even knew what lacrosse was. Enjoy it again today with a little high-octane muscle behind it and show those pickleball players who's boss.
GoGo's Crazy Bones
Chasing down all of GoGo's Crazy Bones was a race that many a '90s child was in. With this box, you'll be a step ahead of the game. The tin contains 10 of the limited edition crazy bones figurines. Can you collect them all?
Neon Plastic Slinky
If you managed not to get this Neon Plastic Slinky tangled up in itself within 5 minutes of taking it out of the box, you probably deserved a trophy. See if you've got the same smarts now by giving the colorful toy a test run in your hands or down the stairs.
Marble Run Toy
The house that had this in the basement was the print location for sleepovers. The incredible Marble Run Toy had and still has endless opportunities for fascinating gravitational fun. This set comes with 85 see-through pieces in 19 styles for a marblously good time!
Duncan Reflex Auto Return Yo-Yo
Showing off your Walk the Dog to Pendulum transition skills showed the playground who was boss. With this Duncan Reflex Auto Return Yo-Yo, you can show the office who's the boss, too. The ball bearings and centrifugal clutch in the plastic toy give you a smooth, extended drop time on your yo-yo to perform the best tricks.
Tickle Me Elmo
Mom or dad scoured the shelves of every K-Mart in creation to find this toy that spontaneously started laughing in the middle of the night. Freak out your friends, or yourself, by picking one up today. He still shakes, he still laughs, and he still says funny things that will make you giggle, too.
K'Nex Ultimate Set
It almost took a presentation to get mom to understand how K'Nex was different than LEGO, but when it clicked, you were living the high life. Their commercials were cool and the building toy was even cooler. You can still build sky-high Ferris wheels, cars that go, and wacky contraptions with the 480 pieces and battery-powered motor in this set.
Polly Pocket
Thou shalt not covet thy sister's Polly Pocket. It was one of the commandments of childhood, but it's not 1990 anymore and those rules are off the table. Treat yourself to the classic miniature toy that you could take anywhere and lose just about anywhere, too.
Magic Plasma Ball
The '90s were a simpler time when this Magic Plasma Ball could entertain you for hours. With this 7" toy, you can pretend to be a mad scientist again and trace your fingers across the glass, making the lightning trace your every touch.
Classic Etch A Sketch
Kids can be fast and furious or methodical and meditative with their art while using an Etch-A-Sketch and at the end, it's free and easy to start all over again. The classic toy is a throwback to simpler fun of an earlier era, and might be the one screen kids can play with during "screen-free" time.
G.I. Joe Action Figure
The rough and tumble G.I. Joe Action Figure was here to protect Barbies and Kens from any attacks from younger siblings. The BA fully-articulated action figure is 6" tall and comes with an arsenal of weapons he can use to protect his friends on the battlefield.
Little Tikes Playhouse
Seeing this Little Tikes Playhouse in the backyard as a kid was equivalent to an adult receiving a car with a big bow on it. Relive those good times by throwing open the shades on the palatial (to a kid, anyway) plastic estate, and kick back in your sweet new digs.
Vintage 1990s Candy Box
The '90s gave the world some seriously weird and seriously delicious candy. This Vintage 1990s Candy Box is filled with 67 pieces of the finest candy the grocery store checklane had to offer. All your faves from the era like Bubble Tape, Crybaby Tears, and Push-Ups. The best part? You don't have to ask mom for permission to eat it.
3D Pin Art Board
Admit it, you were far more amused by this 3D Pin Art Board than you had any right to be. And maybe you pressed a rude gesture into the pins. That's the point of being a kid. Bring back some of that childhood wonder and childish spirit by getting this desk-sized 5"x7" toy that's 100x more fun than it looks.
LEGO Classic Brick Box
LEGOs may be the bane of feet everywhere but even if you've just stepped on one, this Classic Brick Box is guaranteed to delight. There are 790 pieces in 33 different shapes in this box for you to recreate your most imaginative builds. The box boasts that kids from 4 to 99 can enjoy, so it's for literally all ages.
The Original Gone Fishin'
Before you were old enough to go on the boat with dad, you were landing magnetic mouthed mackerel in The Original Gone Fishin' Game. It was more challenging than it looked and required an impressive command of your eye-hand coordination. Whether you could do better now than then is truly up for debate, but you should try.
Simon Guessing Memory Game
With only four colors to remember, how hard could the Simon Guessing Memory Game actually be? The answer is very hard. See if your pattern recall skills have improved since the '90s or if your brain has been sufficiently melted by scrolling through dog pics on Instagram by picking up this classic game again.
Pretty Princess Dress Up Game
The Pretty Princess Dress Up Game inspired a generation of girls to sparkle, shine, and embrace their inner royalty and it's back for more. Indulge in some nostalgic luxury in just 20-25 minutes with a couple friends. Add a little wine to the mix to make it even more fun.


















