Are you looking for toys to bring generations together?
Find the top 80s toys in this post
that will make grandchildren play with grandparents
and parents with their children.
These retro toys will bring fun memories to older generations
and kids will realize that older people can be fun too!
Retro 80s toys for 1 player
Spirograph
It is a geometric drawing device, which was developed by British engineer Denys Fisher in 60s. Here is a Spirograph Tin Drawing Design Set you can use to draw mathematical roulette curves with your kids.
Jacob’s Ladder
It is a simple fidgety toy with a magical or optical illusion effect. Kids can learn to do various fun tricks rotating their wrists using this retro wooden flap Jacob’s Ladder or this Ladder by Toysmith. As it is mentioned on the National Autism Resources website it has been a long time therapist favorite and it is a quiet toy, which is good for traveling with.
Kaleidoscope
Schylling Classic Tin Kaleidoscope or Sailor’s Art Handmade Brass Kaleidoscope with Wooden Box
3D Viewer Toy
If you would like to get one for your kids this 3D Viewer Toy includes 6 reels with baseball, flowers, space, dinosaurs, animals and insects slides! Moreover, this 3D Viewfinder Custom Retro Viewer could be an awesome customized gift for grandparents or younger generations! You can upload your digital photos from holidays, special moments and more and they will send you your customised reels!
Compass
Sailor’s Art Australian Kookaburra Bird Brass Compass for Travelers
Wooly Willy Magnetic Personality Toy
Wooly Willy Magnetic Personality Toy
Marbles
Mr Potato Head
Video, Electronic & Arcade Games
Marble Labyrinth
Build Your Own Marble Labyrinth
Pinball Machine
Build Your Own Working Pinball Machine – Arcade Classic Retro Toy or Pinball Machine
Retro Game Console
Miyoo Mini Plus Handheld Game Consol or Handheld Game Console with 400 Classical FC Games Console
TAMAGOTCHI
TAMAGOTCHI Original – Sahara that was loved in 90s.
Tetris
Tetris is a Russian tile-matching puzzle game that was originally designed by Alexey Pajitnov and it was released in 1984. He derived its name from the Greek numerical prefix tetra- and his favorite sport, tennis. Here are a few versions of Tetris that you can get now:
- Tetris with wooden frame for 1 to 2 players
- Fizz Creations Tetris Keyring Handheld Arcade Game for 1 player
- Tiny Arcade Tetris for 1 player
- Buffalo Games – Tetris for 2 to 4 players
Power Rangers Video Game
Tiger Electronics Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Electronic LCD Video Game
Hasbro
Hasbro Gaming – Stranger Things Mini Arcade Game
Super Mario Nintendo Game
Super Mario Bros is one of the most popular video games of all time. Players have to navigate a series of levels, jumping over obstacles and defeating enemies along the way. This is a Nintendo GAME & WATCH: SUPER MARIO BROS. for you or your kids to have fun with!
Pac-Man
Pac-Man is one of the most iconic video games of all time. It started in the 80s and the game was simple yet addictive! MY ARCADE DGUNL-3220 Retro PAC-Man Micro Player or PAC-Man Hits Handheld Gaming System can bring you back fun memories!
Space Invaders & Galaga
Space Invaders and Galaga were two of the most popular arcade games of the 80s. They were simple games that required players to shoot down waves of invading aliens while avoiding their fire. Here is a popular pocket game system if you want to play Galaga again!
80s toys for 1 to 3 players
Sea Battle
Sea Battle Classic Wooden Board Game
Chess
Chinese Checkers
Wooden Chinese Checkers Set with Storage Drawer!
Foosball Table
Barrel of Monkeys
Sticks Game
Mikado Pick Up Sticks Traditional Games
Jacks & Balls
Jacks & Balls or KlayBear Jacks Game with Ball
Dominoes
Dominoes set in Leatherette Case or Domino Tiles with Spinner in Wooden Box
Jenga
Tic Tac Toe & 4 in a Row
Twister
Board games and group 80s toys
Monopoly
Scrabble
Winning Solutions Nostalgia Tin Scrabble Game, Brown
Candy Land
Candy Land Nostalgia Collectors Tin Deluxe Board Game
Mystery Date
Mystery Date Classic Board Game with Nostalgic Tin Case
Sorry
Clue
Clue detective game: Players 3-6, suitable for ages 8+
Tiddlywinks
Traditional Tiddly Winks Family Game
Chutes and Ladders
Chutes and Ladders Deluxe Board Game in Classic Nostalgia Collector’s Tin or Classic Chutes and Ladders
Vintage outdoor games
Most of the games below are made by simple materials like wood and rope. They are all amazing games for BBQ, parties and family gatherings and they are suitable for all ages as long as they are supervised at all times. These games can reinforce simple math skills, hand-eye coordination as well as team spirit if they are played in teams.
Rope Quoits
Pegs And Rope Hoopla Game
This wooden pegs and rope hoopla game can be set up easily for indoor and outdoor fun.
Number Toss Throwing Game
Formula Sports – Number Toss Throwing Game is a game for all ages!
Throwing cans
This throwing cans game includes 10 cans and 3 throwing bags. It is definitely a game that you can set it up with items that you already have at home!
Hookey Set
This wooden Hookey set can be used for indoor or outdoor play. It is a game suitable for all ages as it has rounded ages and soft rubber rings.
Bullseye Bounce
A more kids-friendly Bag Bounce Set with Mickey or Toy Story theme is a great idea for kids birthday parties. ‘There are 3 ways to play it in order to challenge the kids and keep their interest.
These legendary 80s arcade games, board games, wooden and other toys
will help the whole family have fun together.
You can either play individually and take turns, in pairs or groups!
These retro toys are also great for gifts for grandparents, uncles and aunties.
Share below some of your favorite 80s toys!
