Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Playmates, 1988–present) or Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982)
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Why This Battle Matters
Who truly captivates the toy chest of our hearts? In this epic GoatWar, it's a cultural tug-of-war between the Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. On one side, Mego's classics whisk us back to a simpler time of action figures, embodying the golden age of superheroes with a touch of nostalgia. On the flip side, the radical, pizza-loving Turtles splash vibrant, animated charm into our modern era. As the battle rages, what's at stake is more than mere bragging rights; it’s about which era of heroism resonates most deeply with us today. So, do you cheer for the vintage legends or root for the contemporary icons?
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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: 37.6%
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?