Tag Archives: Simpsons

New Robosapiens

You know Robosapien? The robot that no one in their right mind would care about? Well, apparently enough people care to put out "branded" versions, including Homer Simpson and Spider-Man. Yeesh. Love the market penetration on these characters, but still. … Continue reading →

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Flippin' Through Previews - January '06

It's time once again to thumb through the toy section of this month's Previews, and see what goodies we can uncover. <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>It's an Eternia expression Rustin's Spoils of the Week #130 ATFC '16 - Day 1: … Continue reading →

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Jingle Bells, Bartman Smells

In today's Simpsons Family Christmas review, I mentioned that I didn't know "Jingle Bells" had four verses. I'm betting you didn't, either. So here, for your edification, is the rest of the song. Impress your friends! Confuse your family! Scare … Continue reading →

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I got more game than Doleco

Today's review of the World of Springfield Gil figure talks about his "Doleco" computer. Here, from the sticker on the back, are its specs: DOLECO 1981 (UPC 1476 3769 WH 002) Manufacturer | Doleco Processor | Z80A Speed (MHz) | … Continue reading →

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World of Springfield: Springfield Elementary review

Springfield Elementry, eh? Well what happened to the rest of it?! "I saw some awful things in 'Nam, but you really have to wonder at the mentality that would desecrate a helpless puma. I never thought I'd say this, but … Continue reading →

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"Up yours, children!"

How good of a school can it be? Even its two best students have been in the same grade for ten years. Whether freezing your brain with an ice-cold Chutney Squishee at the Kwik-E-Mart, choking down imitation fruit beverages at … Continue reading →

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World of Springfield: Krusty the Clown review

Pros: A boombastic, optimistic version of the Simpson's favourite clown... Cons: ...which is ripe with inaccuracy. <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>Minimalist Lego designs Get on the Quarantrain! Todds R Us My Toy Shrine Experience "A Christmas Carol" the original way

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World of Springfield: Mr. Burns review

Pros: Excellent! Everyone's favorite evil billionaire in plastic with all the trimmings Cons:Like the rest of the Simpsons, articulation is meh <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>Transformers BotBots Sprinkleberry D'uhnut review "Well, I suppose this one looks a bit like me..." … Continue reading →

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