Those wacky gross-out spheroids from the ’80s are back with a vengeance — and what better way to claim that vengeance than to murder horny teenagers? Behold: the Madballs incarnation of Jason Voorhees. (10/13/17)
In February 2008, we reviewed the Madballs Series 2 Wolf Breath — along with the other ‘balls in the series — in an advance review. We didn’t like him. But now that the toys are finally on shelves, our tune has changed! (11/2/09)
Although we’ve billed this as a sticker review, our analysis of these appalling adhesives mostly details our thoughts about the new Madballs depicted on them. And how could we not? They’re delightfully disgusting! (8/11/08)
The new Series 2 Madballs aren’t in stores yet — but since Basic Fun was kind enough to send us a preview set, we’re bringing you an advance review! This wave has its pluses and minuses, but the kids should dig it. (2/18/08)
…together! There have been plenty of amazing comic book crossovers, but none so unlikely as the 1987 meeting of the Care Bears and the Madballs. Intrigued? Then check it out here, but beware: awful puns abound. (1/26/08)
The Madballs have finally returned, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Sure, they’ve changed over the years — as seen in this review and comparison piece — but they’re still the same ghastly globes at heart… head. (12/18/07)
The fun-loving balls with the freakish faces return as Scary-Crayon reviews Madballs: Escape From Orb! Watch as the Madballs cast off the bonds of slavery and take to the stars in search of musical freedom. (5/31/04)
The Madballs finally come home to Scary-Crayon in this review of The Madballs History of the World. Sure, there’s no way you can handle it, but have a look anyway. Puritans have more fun, you know. (3/19/04)
But given that the Madballs’ 1980s heydey saw scores of spherical pretenders to the gross-out crown, the recent appearance of the Squirtdevil is arguably an encouraging sign. And for $1 wannabes, they’re not half bad! (1/5/09)