As 2020 comes to a close, we decided to look back at the top 10 most-read posts on toyinsidestage.wpengine.com/popinsiderstage. And what we found was something of a time capsule for this unprecedented year, which may not have had fan conventions or new movies, but still showcased the creativity and community that fandoms can offer.
From optimistic, pre-pandemic product previews that we published in February to a 2-year-old listicle that still makes us laugh and a feature highlighting a cosplaying frontline healthcare worker, these posts offer quite a range. Check them out below!
1. ALL THE TOY FAIR FUNKO POP! REVEALS
Did all of these pre-pandemic announcements make it to retail? Scroll through and see.
2. TAKE ON THE SUPES WITH THIS THE BOYS MERCH
The Vought International Amazon store is still live — check it out!
3. YU-GI-OH! LAUNCHES SHADDOLL SHOWDOWN FOR 2020
This Structure Deck launched in February, featuring revamped art and 10 foil cards.
4. COLLECTIBLES REVIEW: HARRY POTTER MYSTERY WANDS SERIES 2
The wand chooses the collector!
5. HERE’S ALL THE ARCADE1UP GOODNESS FROM CES
The first look at Star Wars pinball, Burger Time, and more.
6. THESE OUTLANDER BOOKENDS WILL SUSTAIN YOU THROUGH DROUGHTLANDER
Sadly, it seems these Craigh Na Dun bookends are yet another casualty of 2020. But look how pretty they would have been!
7. COSPLAY CORNER: A TALE OF TWO MASKS
New Jersey-based cosplayer and nurse Maweezy embodies multiple definitions of hero.
8. 10 OF THE GRUMPIEST, GROUCHIEST CHARACTERS OF ALL TIME
We wrote this in 2018, but tbh it’s never been more relatable.
9. 10 BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES GEEKS WILL LOVE
Shop at Black-owned businesses for books, collectibles, pins, games, and more.
10. 5 FANDOM-FUELED DRINKING GAMES FOR A GEEKY NIGHT IN
If you still need New Year’s Eve plans, we’ve got you covered.