Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) vs ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987)

Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) leads with 100% of votes

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MEGO WORLD’S GREATEST SUPER HEROES (1972–1982)

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The Real Debate

ThunderCats burst onto the scene in the mid-80s with futuristic aesthetics and a fresh narrative, while Mego’s World’s Greatest Super Heroes dominated the 70s with classic comic book characters that had already won hearts. It’s a clash of eras and ethos, where Mego's traditional superheroes face off against the radical, sword-wielding felines from ThunderCats, forcing fans to pick between nostalgic charm and dynamic new adventures. This battle is charged with emotional depth as it pits the rooted legacies of comic icons against the thrilling, new-age warriors. Are you for the foundational figures of childhood lore, or do you champion the electrifying heroes that redesigned action figures? Cast your vote and pick a side in this epic showdown!

Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) vs. ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987)

🔥 Fan Takes

lol thundercats r cool but mego dolls gotta rep the OGs, right?
Mego's figs? Revolutionary like Star Wars before CGI. Pure icon status.
Nostalgia hit! ThunderCats were my childhood heroes. Can't beat that!

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) over ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987) when it comes to the greatest Action Figure Lines of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) 100.0% of the time over ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987).

Across all battles:

Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes (1972–1982) win rate: 37.3%

ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987) win rate: 27.5%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender in the 'Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time' league on GoatWars?

The top spot currently belongs to Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present). Check out the full GOAT List to see how others stack up!

What makes ThunderCats figures so loved even though they're trailing in this battle?

ThunderCats fans adore the unique, vibrant designs and the fantastic backstory that comes with each figure. They're not just toys; they're a piece of '80s pop culture magic.

Why is Mego World’s Greatest Super Heroes winning by so much against ThunderCats?

Mego really strikes a nostalgic chord with fans, harking back to the golden era of action figures. Plus, the range of iconic superhero figures they offered just can’t be beaten in the hearts of many collectors and enthusiasts.