Toy companies in past decades didn’t just market their products — they turned them into full-scale adventures. Some commercials were so packed with action, drama, and visual effects that they could easily be mistaken for movie previews.
Retail giveaways often serve as clever marketing tactics, but sometimes, they strike a chord far deeper than expected. What starts as a fun freebie can turn into a viral trend, leaving companies scrambling to keep up with demand.
Here's a list of 20 real toy packaging designs that went far beyond the basics, turning boxes into marketing spectacles.
Here's a rundown of 16 real snack foods that failed because of misguided marketing, poor branding choices, or confusing product extensions.
This article highlights 11 marketing campaigns that faced heavy criticism for being manipulative, exploitative, or ethically troubling.