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1990s Vintage Children's Toys with Prices, Descriptions and Images

The Nineties Era Toys on this page include Nintendo Game Boy, Tamagotchi virtual reality pet, Tickle Me Elmo, Super Nintendo, Barbie's Dream House, Polly Pocket Clock, Talking Barney, X-Men Action Figure 4-Pack, Teletubbies, Talk 'N Play Zoe, Sony Playstation, Furby, Jurassic Park Command Compound, Teacher Barbie, Sega Saturn CD Game System, Nintendo 64 Game System, Pokemon Gameboy Game and many more from the 1990s

As the economy grew even further and many more families had both parents working, many toys in the 1990's became bigger, more expensive, and more interactive, as some parents bought their children toys to make up for time missed at home. Video games and gaming systems continued to advance and handheld devices gained popularity with the Nintendo Gameboy. The decade saw many toy fads in which parents rushed to the stores to pick up the latest item often getting news coverage for scuffles breaking out in stores and midnight rushers competing for the last toy (Tickle-Me Elmo, Furby, Beanie Babies, and others). Marketing towards children continued to grow as children's cartoon and television networks expanded and commercials increasingly focused on the new toys that "everyone had to have!". As parents became more aware of changing gender roles and women's rights further advanced, a lot more gender neutral toys started to appear in the market as well. Reflecting the increase in diversity among the population, manufacturers also began creating more ethnically diverse toys, especially dolls that featured a variety of skin tones, during the decade. Picking only a few was a hard task as I could easily have included 100 +,

Popular Toys in the Nineties

  • 1990s Beetlejuice Creepy Cruiser

    1990s Beetlejuice Creepy Cruiser

    1990s Beetlejuice Creepy Cruiser
    Price: $19.99

    The main mobile of Beetlejuice, made popular with the movie Beetlejuice
    From Our 1990 Toys Page


  • Vintage Nintendo Game Boy Compact Video Game System

    Vintage Nintendo Game Boy Compact Video Game System

    Vintage Nintendo Game Boy Compact Video Game System
    Manufacturer: Nintendo
    Price: $89.99

    A hand-held version of the Nintendo Entertainment System. Features Tetris Game Pack, LCD dot-matrix game screen, and digital stereo sound with earphones for private play. Video Link cable hook-up allows two Game Boy systems to go head-to-head.


Tickle Me Elmo

Tickle Me Elmo

Tickle Me Elmo
Manufacturer: Tyco
Price: $27.99

Tickle his tummy once to make him giggle, twice to make him laugh longer. Tickle him a third time and he shakes with laughter. This was one of the most popular toys for the 1996 Christmas season, with many stores running out of stock and battling crowds trying to get their hands on one.
From Our 1996 Toys Page


  • New Kids On The Block Play Figures

    New Kids On The Block Play Figures

    New Kids On The Block Play Figures
    Price: $19.99 each

    Inspired by the New Kids On The Block American boy band who had a large teen girl following in the late 80s to the mid 90s


  • Vintage 1990s Tamagotchi

    Vintage 1990s Tamagotchi

    Vintage 1990s Tamagotchi
    Manufacturer: Bandai
    Price: $9.99

    The original virtual reality pet. Meet the tiny pet from cyberspace who needs your love to survive and grow. Features digital clock and button cell battery.
    From Our 1998 Toys Page


  • Super Nintendo Entertainment System

    Super Nintendo Entertainment System

    Super Nintendo Entertainment System
    Manufacturer: Nintendo
    Price: $199.95
    Description The Super Nintendo Entertainment System features full digital stereo sound and breathtaking graphics! With huge characters and over 30,000 different colors to choose from your video screen comes to life with dazzling 3 dimensional effects. Includes Super Mario World game featuring the greatest video game hero in history. Mario can now move in, around and behind objects and the music will keep you stomping until dawn. Also includes two specially contoured controllers that feature eight buttons for unprecedented play control.
    From Our 1991 Toys Page


  • Crimp N' Curl Cabbage Patch Kid

    Crimp N' Curl Cabbage Patch Kid

    Crimp N' Curl Cabbage Patch Kid
    Manufacturer: Cabbage Patch Kids
    Price: $29.99
    Description The Crimp N' Curl Cabbage Patch Kid has incredible hair that kids can shape. Includes a no-heat curling iron, hair pick, and hair ties.



  • Bart vs. The Space Mutants Handheld Game

    Bart vs. The Space Mutants Handheld Game

    Bart vs. The Space Mutants Handheld Game
    Price: $17.99
    Description This handheld game features Bart Simpson from The Simpsons trying to defeat Space Mutants after they have taken over the power plant.



  • Funtime Polly Pocket Clock

    Funtime Polly Pocket Clock

    Funtime Polly Pocket Clock
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $22.99

    Funtime Clock is a real clock that keeps perfect time as Polly Pocket and her friends play on a swing and merry-go-round. Folds easily to go everywhere you go. Comes with four Polly Pocket characters.


  • American Gladiators Official Assault Cannon

    American Gladiators Official Assault Cannon

    American Gladiators Official Assault Cannon
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $16.99

    From the popular American competition television program where amateur athletes competed against each other, as well as against the show's own "gladiators," in contests of strength and agility


  • X-Men Action Figure 4-Pack

    X-Men Action Figure 4-Pack

    X-Men Action Figure 4-Pack
    Manufacturer: Marvel Superhero
    Price: $17.99
    Description X-Men themed Marvel Superhero 4-pack includes Mr. Sinister, Iceman, Sabretooth, and Wolverine II. Includes comic book and accessories.



  • Beverly Hills 90210 40 Winks Slumber Bag and Girl Talk Photo Dialer Telephone

    Beverly Hills 90210 "40 Winks" Slumber Bag

    Beverly Hills 90210 "40 Winks" Slumber Bag and Girl Talk Photo Dialer Telephone
    Price: $29.99 and $39.99
    Description From the Popular TV series Beverly Hills 90210



  • Jurassic Park Command Compound

    Jurassic Park Command Compound

    Jurassic Park Command Compound
    Price: $69.80

    The movie Jurassic Park was a box office success and this is an example of the kids play ideas produced. Command Compound detailed play set has over 100 electronic phrase and sound effects. Pieces include net catapult, missile launcher, electronic probe and much more. Figures and dinosaurs sold separately.
    From Our 1993 Toys Page


  • Happy Meal Stacie Gift Set

    Happy Meal Stacie Gift Set

    Happy Meal Stacie Gift Set
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $19.99

    Includes Stacie and her friend Whitney, each with a Happy Meal containing a jewelry surprise. Stacie and friend are each 7" tall.
    From Our 1994 Toys Page


  • Radio Controlled Thomas the Tank Engine

    Radio Controlled Thomas the Tank Engine

    Radio Controlled Thomas the Tank Engine
    Price: $24.99

    This has a large-sized steering wheel controller for easy operation. Thomas' eyes move when the engine is activated. Has forward, reverse, and 360 turning ability.


  • Teacher Barbie

    Teacher Barbie

    Teacher Barbie
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $27.99

    The Teacher Barbie set comes with two students, a chalkboard, two desks, and Teacher Barbie herself.
    From Our 1995 Toys Page


  • Talk 'N Play Zoe

    Talk 'N Play Zoe

    Talk 'N Play Zoe
    Manufacturer: Playskool
    Price: $66.99

    A 16" tall Zoe doll from Sesame Street says one of seven phrases when her tummy is pressed. Includes attachable accessories (mirror, lipstick and necklace) that store in her purse.


  • Buzz Lightyear Costume

    Buzz Lightyear Costume

    Buzz Lightyear Costume
    Price: $19.99

    A one-piece body suit printed on the front and back to look like Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story.


  • Lazer Challenge Duel Set

    Lazer Challenge Duel Set

    Lazer Challenge Duel Set
    Manufacturer: Toymax
    Price: $39.99

    This electronic adventure game set lets you accurately hit targets up to fifty feet away. Super-bright, LED scoring and sound effects. The set includes two infra-red "laser" pistols and two target vests.


  • Sega Saturn CD Game System

    Sega Saturn CD Game System

    Sega Saturn CD Game System
    Manufacturer: Sega
    Price: $249.99

    The 32-bit co-processor provides power play that rivals many arcade machines. Plays Saturn CD games and music CDs when hooked into a stereo system. Includes controller, stereo A/V cable, power cord, control pad, and instructions.


  • Furby

    Furby

    Furby
    Price: $39.99

    Furby originally came out in 1998, but due to it's popularity it was still selling well throughout the 00's


  • 6 Volt Ride-On Batmobile

    6 Volt Ride-On Batmobile

    6 Volt Ride-On Batmobile
    Price: $199.99

    Featured in the film "Batman and Robin", this authentically detailed ride is perfect for your mini crime fighter. Zooms up to 3mph, and drives in forward and reverse due to an automobile quality electrical system. Features direct action steering and a super tough, 3-layer deep, high gloss body. Includes 6-volt battery and charger. For ages three to six.
    From Our 1997 Toys Page


  • Power Rangers Deluxe Double Morphing Rescue Megazord

    Power Rangers Deluxe Double Morphing Rescue Megazord

    Power Rangers Deluxe Double Morphing Rescue Megazord
    Price: $39.99

    From The Popular TV Cartoon series "Power Rangers" Get ready for the double morphing feature. Each individual Rescue Zord vehicle morphs into an individual robot. The robots combine together to form the Deluxe Double Morphing Rescue Megazord. For ages four and up.


  • Nintendo 64 Game System

    Nintendo 64 Game System

    Nintendo 64 Game System
    Manufacturer: Nintendo
    Price: $169.99

    The world's first true 64-bit home video game system with the power and speed to create stunning and realistic 3D graphics. RISC processing provides Tri-linear Mip Map Interpolation, Anti-aliasing, Real time 3D, 32-bit color palette, and much more. Includes control deck, advanced N64 controller with full-function joystick, AC power supply, and stereo AV cable.


  • Water Lily Barbie

    Water Lily Barbie

    Water Lily Barbie
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $74.99

    This dramatic limited edition Barbie is the first in a series inspired by the works of famous artists. Here Barbie doll wears a "waterlilies" print gown featuring glittering pink waterlilies and a blue and green chiffon ruffle which flows across the front of her full skirt. Accessories include pearlized stud earrings with matching hand ring, bracelet and blue pearlized pumps. Includes doll stand.


  • Playstation with Controller

    Playstation with Controller

    Playstation with Controller
    Manufacturer: Sony
    Price: $169.99

    Prepare yourself for a blast of ultimate game system power. Breakthrough 32-bit processor, CD Rom architecture delivers realtime experience with ever changing 3D perspectives and stereo CD-quality sound.



  • Becky Doll

    Becky Doll

    Becky Doll
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $22.99

    Becky doll is the hip and trendy photographer friend to Barbie. She comes with a camera, red stud earrings, sunglasses and a backpack that hangs from the back of her wheelchair.


  • Beanie Babies

    Beanie Babies

    Beanie Babies
    Manufacturer: Tyco
    Price: From $5.99

    Beanie Babies were super popular and could easily be spotted with the TY tag, over the years some of earliest ones and those that did not sell well have become extremely collectable


  • Pokemon Gameboy Game

    Pokemon Gameboy Game

    Pokemon Gameboy Game
    Manufacturer: Nintendo
    Price: $39.99

    The latest in overseas rage! Each game cartridge has seventy five monsters you can raise and train for battle! Choose from the Red or Blue versions to play on your Nintendo Gameboy.


    Happenin' Hair Barbie

    Happenin' Hair Barbie

    Happenin' Hair Barbie
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $14.99

    Create cool hair, tattoos, color streaks and more. Doll has color=change hair. Includes three stencils, one flower stamper, and one sponge-streaking wand.
    From Our 1999 Toys Page


    Polly Pocket Deluxe Mansion

    Polly Pocket Deluxe Mansion

    Polly Pocket Deluxe Mansion
    Manufacturer: Mattel
    Price: $22.99

    Contains four deluxe double rooms. Also includes a pool, two roof pieces, a gazebo, two small trees, four potted plants, and one statue. Plus a Polly figure with her mom, dad, and little brother.


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Barbie's Dream House

Barbie's Dream House

Barbie's Dream House
Manufacturer: Mattel
Price: $169.99
Description This dream house comes in three moveable parts which gives you more space and the option to change the shape of the house, unlike other dollhouses. Comes with all the features you love: windows and doors that open and close, a balcony, and flower boxes with colorful "flowers." Every room is furnished; the kitchen even has a stove and a refrigerator that really holds play food! There are twelve pieces of furniture and over ninety accessories in all.
From Our 1992 Toys Page


Teletubbies Figures

Teletubbies Figures

Teletubbies Figures
Price: $19.99

A four pack of vinyl techno babies: Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, and Po, are about 7" tall and ready for imaginative figure play.


Talking Barney

Talking Barney

Talking Barney
Price: $24.99

Made popular from Barney & Friends, a children's TV show about a purple dinosaur, Soft, cuddly 18" Barney says hundreds of different and delightful phrases! Kids squeeze his right hand or his tummy to make him talk.



AM/FM CD Blast Box

AM/FM CD Blast Box

AM/FM CD Blast Box
Manufacturer: Nickelodeon
Price: $129.99

This CD player comes with an AM/FM stereo receiver, two 4" speakers, LED track display, stereo headphone jack, volume limit safety feature, telescoping FM antenna, and fold-away handle. It comes with a free Gakulator, a dual-powered calculator with eight digit LCD display and a pair of Blast Pads-Deluxe stereo headphones with adjustable green slime headbands.


Sega Dreamcast

Sega Dreamcast

Sega Dreamcast
Manufacturer: Sega
Price: $199.99

128-bit video game system is the most advanced system to date, featuring full-color, 3-D graphics and a Yamaha 32-bit Digital Sound Processor, capable of producing 64 channels of dynamic sound and 3-D audio support. Includes control deck and controller.


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