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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

Yeah, unfortunately Hasbro isn't really in a position to create a "Big 3" unless you mix brands that are too polarizing to each other. GI Joe has nowhere near the market pull it had back in the 80's, mainly thanks to the idea of war and terrorism no longer being just the "Red Scare" and now a much more in your face thing for children.

And it's been clear that the only one championing Power Rangers at Hasbro was the late CEO, so it's been thrown to the wayside now.

Honestly, Hasbro is going through a rough time with top brands. Other than Transformers and MLP, Power Rangers is dwindling due to lack of inside interest, WOTC brands like Magic and Dungeons and Dragons are bleeding because of stupid corporate decisions, and I can't see GI Joe making a true comeback.

It would be hard for Hasbro to make a Big 3 without integrating their licensed brands like Marvel or Star Wars, otherwise they'd have to make the odd decision of mixing their boys and girls divisions.

Yeah, as much as I'm impressed with the new G.I.Joe figures they don't click for me. Plus, they're too big, I love the small ones from back in the 80s. The rubber band waists are not a favorite of mine but in terms of scale they worked better especially when you bring in the vehicles and base playsets.
But to get back to Power Rangers I feel like it had its last hurrah for now back in the 2010s. It needs to go back to the drawing board and especially in the hands of people who care to get back on track.