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I Love 1998
Toys

Yo-yos


Yo-Yos

In 1998 the Yo-Yo was reinvented, featuring gears, flashing lights, dynamos and all sorts of added extras.

What had been a stocking filler at best was suddenly the must-have present.

Even video games consoles couldn't compete for a while. Real toys were finally outselling virtual ones.


1998 Toys: Beanies | Yo-Yos | Furby






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