20 Retro Toys That Bring All the Nostalgic Fun

The Sit 'n' Spin is such a classic and simple toy. Inside or outside, kids can hop on and get their spinning fix. It's also an excellent toy to develop balance and gross motor skills.

If you grew up in the '90s, you undoubtedly remember the Pokemon craze. While your littlest ones might rip up trading cards, you can still introduce the characters with these plush toys. Available Pokemon include Bulbasaur, Charmander, Pancham, Pichu, Pikachu, and Squirtle.

There's just something about retro toys that still look just like they did in your childhood that brings on all the feels. This Chatter Phone, which was first introduced in the '60s, has undergone few design changes, but is still a simple and engaging hit for kids.

This is another one that has kept its original look. Young ones will start to learn words and animal sounds when they point the dial to an animal and pull the string. Seemingly simple, this toy is a delight for young toddlers.

If you were a child in the '80s, chances are you had a Cabbage Patch Kid. These dolls were a staple, and they're still going strong today. This version is a baby who comes with a pacifier, blanket, birth certificate, and adoption papers.

Magic 8 Balls and cootie catchers knew everything back in the day. If only our problems today could be solved with the shake of a magic ball. This toy hasn't changed much and is as simple as always: as a question, shake the ball, and get your answer!

Kids today will love this retro toy with a modern take. It's the fishing game you remember, but it plays the ever-popular Baby Shark song.

While magnetic tiles and other current building toys are fun, you can't beat the classic Lincoln Logs. This set comes in an anniversary tin and includes 111 pieces. It comes with guides to help kids build structures, or they can make thier own unique buildings.

This classic creative toy allows kids to bring their own pictures to life. They can also follow the included patterns to make light-up scenes. The Lite-Brite is such a fun and simple toy that has clearly stood the test of time.

A modern take on similar water-filled games, this version is available in two different play options. Either land the rings around the narwhal's horn or land the balls in the pelicans' nests.

Who else desperately remembers trying to keep their Tamagotchi alive against all odds? Give your kids the same experience with the original virtual reality pet. They might even learn some responsibility as they feed it, play with it, check its health, and more.

This handheld Simon is a more portable version of the classic. They can play by themselves or with a friend, and this small version is perfect for traveling or staying occupied in the car.

Guess Who? is the original guessing game with some updated characters. This is an excellent one for kids who may be working on language skills. Guess Who? is always a fun game when you're looking for something quick and easy.

Bop it! Twist it! Pull it! Pass it! Have these phrases been forever engrained into your memory? If so, you'll definitely remember this game that is as fun as it is frustrating. This is a fun one to pull out at a party or just to play when boredom strikes.

I'm not sure if Easy Bake Oven cakes are actually delicious or if I just convinced myself they were as a child. Either way, your kids will enjoy making their own treats ... even if they don't cook via lightbulb like they did back in the day.

I always felt like such an accomplished artist when I drew my own Fashion Plates designs. This superstar deluxe set comes with 15 plates, so kids can mix and match to make unique designs.

Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego? Well, she's right here in this retro handheld game. The gameplay is just like you remember from your childhood and ready for your tween or teen to explore.

Connect this device to your TV, and you have not only Pacman but 11 other classic games. Maneuvering around the screen with the joystick will bring back instant memories.

Attention mall shoppers ... Mall Madness is back with an updated version! My sister and I spent hours playing this game in the '90s, and I can only imagine today's kids will have a blast, too. Plus, you can teach them about the fabled malls of yore.

My husband surprised me with this gift about a year ago, and it has been so fun to play the games ourselves and to introduce our daughter to video games of the past. While this one is a bit of a splurge, it's definitely worth it if you owned one of these as a child. Your kids will probably appreciate their own video games a lot more after seeing the graphics you grew up with. Plus, you get to join in on the fun too!