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Totally 80s store not everything is from the 80s

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I was at Kings Island today, and noticed that not everything in the Totally 80s store was from the 80s, the had shows such as I Love Lucy, The Flintstones, and even Bride of Chucky, has anybody else noticed anything else that wasnt from the 80s in the store?

The price of a game of "Galaga". It's only a quarter; but in 1981, most "new" video games in the arcades at Kings Island required 3 quarters to play!

The store is a representation of things that were popular in the 80's. Things like Star Wars, the movie "Child's Play," etc were all very poplar during that era. Also, cable TV came to popularity and rekindled popular shows such as "I Love Lucy" with the introduction of syndication in television.

So the intention of the store isn't solely to sell products from 1980-1989, it's a representation of popular culture in the 1980's.

Not only that, but everything wasn't made from the 80's either ;) I mean, you have to make that stuff somewhere.

Maybe some of the focus for people totally in their '80's?

My complaint about the 80s store was they had nothing in men's sizes. The biggest I saw in there was large. If they're going to sell retro 80s gear, how about stocking some sizes for middle aged guys like myself that were not only alive in the 80s, but remember all the things being sold. Just some extra large stuff would be a good start.

My complaint about the 80s store was they had nothing in men's sizes. The biggest I saw in there was large. If they're going to sell retro 80s gear, how about stocking some sizes for middle aged guys like myself that were not only alive in the 80s, but remember all the things being sold. Just some extra large stuff would be a good start.

I have a good connection in merch. I'll pass along the fact that you are having trouble finding the sizes you need. That's information that they like to know.

I appreciate that. I found a couple of t shirts I would have purchased, but not one shirt in my size. And I am not an odd sized, difficult to fit individual.

PM me exactly what you're looking for and I'll help you go through the right channels to get what you want. Those stores are like any other store: they may not have your size or it's quite possible that it just wasn't on the shelf at the time.

That Galaga game is a real gem. I played that a ton back in the 80s. Only a quarter, and no line. I played it for about 20 minutes for one quarter last summer...talk about an 80s flashback!

My friend and I practically knocked each other down trying to get to Galaga to play it....LOL

^^ One of the best teen movies ever made - it still even represents a microcosm of teenage life with just about every teen group represented. I loved the John Hughes movies of the 80's.

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I really wanted to buy the Gremlins poster ( one of my alltime favorite movies.) , but sadly I didnt have any money, next time though.

When will they ever bring the 90s to KI (the store & International Showplace)?!

I really wanted to buy the Gremlins poster ( one of my alltime favorite movies.) , but sadly I didnt have any money, next time though.

How much are the posters & which movies do they have? May check out the store the next time I'm at the park

I can envision the 90's store... The Mrs. Pac Man/Galaga game would be replaced with "Mortal Kombat," the Breakfast Club shirts would give way to "Scream" and "Buffy, the Vampire Slayer" apparel; Cyndi Lauper and Depeche Mode music would become Nirvana, Korn and Mariah Carey, Rubik's Cubes would be replaced with POGs and Furbys..."Friends," "Jurassic Park," and "Seinfeld" posters everywhere!!! Aaaaagh... time marches on.

When will they ever bring the 90s to KI (the store & International Showplace)?!

A 90's store would be amazing!!!! :D

-MDMC, a huge fan of the 90's

EDIT/NOTE: I think they should have the 90's stuff in addition to the 80's store and show as the 80's are super popular.

When will they ever bring the 90s to KI (the store & International Showplace)?!

A 90's store would be amazing!!!! :D

-MDMC, a huge fan of the 90's

EDIT/NOTE: I think they should have the 90's stuff in addition to the 80's store and show as the 80's are super popular.

Maybe combine Thrill Seekers and 80's and have a nostalgic store with sections for the 60's, 70's, 80's, and 90's. Imagine the possibilities.

Would seem to be a limited market.

Few in their 90's go to the park.

Terp, running for the exit (and looking for the 60's store preview)

Which you can find at any Cracker Barrel restaurant :P ...

-Tb, here all week.

The gift shop or the food?

Terp, who misses Stuckey's Stops. Pecan Log, anyone?

Both!

Ah! Yes! Stuckey's - I remember it well! (And the little prize machine, with the (I kid you not) 'cigarette-smoking dog' toy as one of the prizes! :blink: )

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Composite based on memories of the place.

Seen Scooby-Doo! Stuff in the 80s store and it brought a smile to my face. The prices are unreal I could go to Wal-Mart,Kohl's or Target and get a T-Shirt cheaper.

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