When it comes to hot holiday toys, what’s old is new again. Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht stopped by ABC in Chicago to show off some of the best classic retro toys that are back in style this holiday season. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.

TIMBER TOTS TREEHOUSE

Press the button at the top of the tree to reveal a cozy home inside, including an elevator, a fireplace, a living space, and more. Kids can store the included critters and accessories inside the treetop to take it on the go. Press the button at the top of the tree to reveal a cozy…

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $49.95
  • Age:
  • 2+

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POUND PUPPIES

Reminiscent of the originals, these soft puppies are ready for adoption. They feature varying facial and eye expressions, ear lengths, and fur colors. Each includes a pet carrier-shaped package, a care sheet, and official adoption papers.

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  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 3+

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ARCADE1UP COUNTERCADES

These arcade machines sit on a table or countertop and feature updated hardware and a lower price. Gamers can choose from multiple iconic retro games, including Dig Dug, Pac-Man, Asteroids, Space Invaders, and Centipede.These arcade machines sit on a table or countertop and feature updated hardware and a lower price. Gamers can choose from multiple…

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  • MSRP:
  • $99.99
  • Age:
  • 6+

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RISE OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES BABBLE HEADS

These interactive turtle buddies tell jokes and feature movement, strike sensors, battle sound effects, and a clip for on-the-go play. Available in Loud Mouth Leo or Motor Mouth Mikey (sold separately).

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $19.99
  • Age:
  • 5+

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PRETTY, PRETTY PRINCESS

Kids can compete to become a princess in this classic ‘90s board game. The first player to collect all of their matching jewelry and the crown wins the title of pretty, pretty princess.

Product Facts

  • MSRP:
  • $16.95
  • Age:
  • 5+

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Bill Reese

Bill Reese

Bill Reese is Business Operations Manager at Adventure Media & Events, where he's worked since 2014. A former editor at Playbill and graduate of SUNY–Purchase, he spends most weekends rooting for the New York Red Bulls pro soccer team and making subway systems out of Brio trains with his little boy Jonah.

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