In the 1960’s, an 11.5 inches action figure was made popular by Hasbro. The action figure is known as GI Joe. There was even a movie about the GI Joe toys, it became a huge hit. It propelled the sales of these toys.

When the GI Joe toys were introduced it has great features and a great design. Actually it has 21 moving parts that was quite unique and made it even more attractive to kids.

Until now GI Joe toys are still popular with little boys. Over the years a lot of changes had took place with its designs, features, accessories, and even its hair style. Little boys have continuously looked forward to every new product that Hasbro introduced particularly with the GI Joe collections.

In 1982, Hasbro has formed a partnership with Marvel Comics. These have even increased the popularity of the toy. The followers of GI Joe pore over every comic book that was released that includes their wonderful arrays of uniforms, weapons, and other accessories.

The popularity of GI Joe Toys has never faded. Early this 2009, there was a new line of toys that were released. It includes Cobra characters, video games, more comic books, and new action figures.

Here are some of the popular action figures that were released from the GI Joe toys.

• Storm Shadow

This character works for Cobra. Coming from the Arashikage Clan, he was trained in several deadly martial arts. He is the opponent of Snake Eyes. Being the leader of the ninja commando, he is highly skilled in sword fighting. Playing with this action figure will surely delight any little boy. This particular character has a few weapon accessories that little boys can play with.

• Snake Eyes

Being a ninja master and a military commando gives this character a certain enigma. He, also like his adversary, was trained by the Arashikage Ninja Clan. He is highly skilled on hand to hand combat. There are great weapons that this character can use and it also makes great sound effects the kids will surely love it.

GI Joe Toys will surely stay as long as there little boys who will play with them. This can be a great gift for kids this Christmas season.