Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) vs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Playmates, 1988–present)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Playmates, 1988–present) leads with 100% of votes
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The Real Debate
The Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes line brought classic comic book characters into the 3D realm of action figures, capturing the essence of superheroes from the 70s and early 80s. In contrast, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures by Playmates burst onto the scene in 1988 with a radical blend of martial arts and pizza-loving fun, continuing to evolve and captivate young audiences to this day. This battle pits the nostalgic reverence of Mego's detailed, iconic heroes against the ongoing, ever-fresh appeal of the irreverent TMNT saga. It's a showdown of legacy versus constant reinvention, where deep-seated fan loyalties to the classics clash with a newer generation's love for humor and action. Whose side are you on in this epic action figure face-off?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Playmates, 1988–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 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Playmates, 1988–present) 100.0% of the time over Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982).
Across all battles:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Playmates, 1988–present) win rate: 37.5%
Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) win rate: 37.3%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time league?
Star Wars holds the crown in this league for its enduring appeal and massive fan base. Check out who else is topping the charts on the GOAT List.
What makes Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes so beloved despite trailing in the polls?
Fans adore Mego's Super Heroes for kickstarting the whole action figure craze with huge flair. Their line had a unique charm and offered the first-ever poseable superhero figures—a revolutionary move at the time!
Why is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles dominating in the matchup against Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes?
TMNT is crushing it because it's still fresh in fans' minds, being active to this day, and just carries that cool, nostalgic vibe from the late '80s and onwards. Plus, who doesn't love pizza-eating ninja turtles?