Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time
Masters of the Universe (Mattel, 1982–1987) or Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982)
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Why This Battle Matters
Can the muscle-bound heroes of Eternia outshine the caped crusaders of yesteryear's comic strips? In this iconic matchup, the Masters of the Universe, with their fantastical realms and larger-than-life characters, square off against Mego’s World’s Greatest Super Heroes, the pioneers who brought comics to life in three dimensions. This isn't just about which figures stand taller—it's a battle over who shaped our childhood dreams the most. Will fans lean towards the nostalgic innovation of Mego or the bold, boundary-pushing fantasy of Mattel? Your affection will decide whose legacy holds more sway in the toy boxes and hearts of generations.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Masters of the Universe (Mattel, 1982–1987) over Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) when it comes to the greatest Action Figure Lines of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Masters of the Universe (Mattel, 1982–1987) 66.7% of the time over Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982).
Across all battles:
Masters of the Universe (Mattel, 1982–1987) win rate: 56.1%
Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) win rate: 37.6%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?
In the league of the Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time, the top spot is currently held by Star Wars from Kenner and Hasbro. For the full ranking, check out the GOAT List.
What makes Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes so popular despite trailing behind in the fan votes?
Mego’s charm lies in its pioneering spirit — it brought us some of the first action figures of DC and Marvel superheroes, making it a sentimental favorite. They had real clothes and articulated limbs that made them super cool back in the day. Its fans are die-hards for the original superhero toys!
Why is Masters of the Universe winning by so much over Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes in the Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time league?
Masters of the Universe is smashing it probably because of that potent mix of nostalgia and the cool factor of characters like He-Man and Skeletor. It swept through the 80s with a bang — figures, comics, a TV show, and even a movie. That's a hard nostalgia wave to beat, and it seems to be resonating more with today's fans than the older Mego line.