“5, 4, 3, 2, 1: Thunderbirds Are Go!” Are you familiar with the Secret Headquarters of the International Rescue Organisation known as Tracy Island> Do you know Scott Tracy, Brains or maybe even Lady Penelope and her pink Rolls Royce? If any of these names ring a bell then you might have caught an episode... Continue Reading →
“Why is the rum always gone? (stands up and staggers drunkenly) Oh… that’s why.”
Ahoy, Me Hearties! Here is another LCD handheld game made by Sunwing. This cursed little gem was found in a treasure chest just off the Isla De Muerta (an island of the dead which is located in the sunny Caribbean) I definitely struck it lucky with this beauty! errr.. just kidding! That's of course unless... Continue Reading →
“Your future hasn’t been written yet. No one’s has. Your future is whatever you make it. So make it a good one.”
The Highest grossing Sci Fi / Comedy of 1985 goes to...drum roll...... Back to the Future. This must be one of the most successful franchises of all time or it must at least be in the top 20 along side Starwars and Lord of the Rings. According to the L.A Times the film raked in... Continue Reading →
“That’s Why They Call It The Jungle, Sweetheart.”
Indiana Jones and The Raiders of the Lost Ark - Grandstand - 1989 We are all familiar with the Star Wars franchise, the first being Star Wars which must be the highest grossing film of all time. If you are familiar with the film then you would know that the creator and genius mind behind... Continue Reading →
“Let Me Suggest That You Take A Vacation From Yourself?”
Total Recall - Acclaim Entertainment - 1989 Get your popcorn ready, sit down, relax and play this little gem of a hand held game. 'Only one person can activate the Oxygen Reactor and save Mars from destruction ... you. Collect air tanks and avoid attacks from enemy agents and their deadly drill trucks. Use your... Continue Reading →
“You’re Not Hunting Him…He’s Hunting You.”
Rambo - Acclaim - 1988 We were first introduced to Rambo back in 1982 when Ted Kotcheff directed the first action thriller of the franchise. Played by Sylvester Stallone, John Rambo is an ex war veteral visting a small town in Washington looking to find his friend and a temporary job. However, John is sadly... Continue Reading →
“It’s Not Easy Being Green.”
Jim Henson's - Muppets - Street Surfin' - Tiger Electronics 1990 The Muppets were first introduced to our TV screens back in the mid 50's in the TV show Sam and Friends. The minds behind these loveable puppet creatures was Jim Henson and his wife Jane. These mischievious yet loveable characters became celebrities in their... Continue Reading →
Could It Be Magic Now…
Polly Pocket - 1994 - Tiger Electronics 'Imagine a world just like yours only tinier and much more magical! That's the world of Polly Pocket and she wants you to join her there. Come play on the playground with Polly and her friends Willie, Diddy, Tina and Midge! But when you play with Polly nothing... Continue Reading →
“Two Scoops Sir?” – “Two? Make it three, I’m not driving.”
Home Alone 2 hit our screens back in December of 1992 in the UK, a very successful sequel to their previous film Home Alone back in 1990. Home Alone was deemed to have been the highest grossing film of 1990 and one of the most successful Christmas Films of all time with a total box-office... Continue Reading →
Slay All day.
Tom's Adventure - Sunwing - 1983 LCD games (Liquid Crystal Display) were extremely popular in the 80's and became the source of entertainment for many children and adults alike. They were cheap to make, affordable to buy and great for popping in your bag or jeans pocket when travelling out and about. This pocket treasure... Continue Reading →