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Can the nostalgic charm of Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes hold its own against the colossal cultural behemoth of Star Wars action figures? Here we have a classic face-off between the quintessentially American superheroes of the '70s and the space-faring icons that have captured imaginations across generations. This isn't just about which figures stand up best on a shelf; it's a battle for the soul of our collective childhoods. Will fans honor the pioneering spirit of Mego, or bow down to the enduring legacy of Star Wars? Your reflections on which line truly shaped the action figure landscape will tilt this cosmic scale.
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present) 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 Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present) 84.2% of the time over Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982).
Across all battles:
Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present) win rate: 78.9%
Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) win rate: 37.6%
This matchup pits iconic sci-fi against superhero nostalgia, two massive but very different realms of fandom. Fans are invested in seeing how a classic like Mego stacks up against the ever-expanding Star Wars universe, making for lively debates and strong opinions on both sides.
Fans love the Mego line for its pioneering articulation and cloth costumes that were pretty advanced for their time. Nostalgia plays a big role too, as these figures bring back childhood memories of the first superhero toys many collectors ever had.
Star Wars figures have had a massive cultural impact and a relentless presence in the toy market since the 70s. The ongoing releases and the vast universe of characters hook both new and nostalgic collectors, explaining their hefty lead in votes.