Hasbro’s My Little Pony 40th Anniversary re-release was designed to honor the original G1 ponies that started it all, rekindling nostalgia for longtime collectors while introducing the classic designs to a new generation of enthusiasts (just like the 35th Aniversary release, just five years earlier).
By faithfully recreating the original ponies and their accessories, the anniversary line highlighted the timeless charm and magic that made My Little Pony a cultural phenomenon. It also served as a tribute to the franchise’s roots, demonstrating Hasbro’s recognition of the significance of My Little Pony in pop culture. So, let’s take a look at these new retro (but vintage-inspired) ponies. You can click on any of them to learn more and see links to marketplaces where you can get yours today.
The Retro My Little Ponies
In celebration of My Little Pony’s 40th anniversary, Hasbro re-released several beloved characters from the original 1983 lineup, allowing both new fans and longtime collectors to experience the charm of the classic ponies. Additionally, Basic Fun! has introduced other special releases for the 40th anniversary, including the Celestial Ponies—Aurora, Milky Way, Nova, and Polaris—which were originally unreleased designs from the 1990s.
The 40th Anniversary Celestial Ponies
Let’s dive into the latest 40th Anniversary edition of G1 My Little Ponies! For this milestone celebration, Hasbro introduced the Celestial Ponies, a dazzling collection inspired by original My Little Pony art that was designed in the 80s but never produced—until now! This long-awaited series includes Aurora, Nova, Polaris, and Milky Way. The Celestial Ponies are available in complete sets or individual packaging, so you have flexible options if you are a collector.
The 40th Anniversary Re-Released Ponies
The re-released ponies based on existing ones include:
- Blossom: A lavender pony adorned with white flower cutie marks.
- Blue Belle: Featuring a pale blue body with periwinkle star cutie marks.
- Butterscotch: A yellow pony with orange butterfly cutie marks.
- Cotton Candy: Showcasing a rosy pink body with swirling cutie marks.
- Minty: A mint-green pony with white shamrock cutie marks.
- Snuzzle: A soft gray pony with pink heart cutie marks.
The 40th Anniversary MLP Plushes
The 40th Anniversary My Little Pony (MLP) Plushes are a special commemorative collection released by Hasbro to honor four decades of magic, friendship, and timeless charm. These plush toys celebrate the beloved franchise by bringing iconic characters to life in soft, huggable form, making them a delightful addition for fans of all ages. Features fan-favorites such as Twilight Sparkle and Rainbow Dash alongside classic characters like Applejack and Pinkie Pie.
(My!) My Little Pony G1 Guides
The world of My Little Pony is… huge. We’re talking thirteen years of collections featuring all sorts of figures and toys! So, I’ve been working on creating smaller guides to help you navigate this wonderful pastel-colored world. Below, you will find (some!) pages with ponies sorted by year, collection (such as Birthflower ponies, Spanish Piggies, etc), country, and much more. I hope they help!
With 400 pages of G1 ponies, The Unofficial Vintage My Little Pony Companion is a deep dive into the world of My Little Pony and the people who created the line. The book includes custom-made images of thousands of pony variants, graphics, beautiful illustrations, and, for the first time, a comprehensive list of ALL Nirvana (foreign) ponies shown and described in detail—as well as previously unknown details about how ponies were manufactured and distributed all around the world.
Restoring My Little Pony is the result of almost three years of restoring and customizing My Little Pony toys for my channel RetroGeek Crafts. The book contains 86 pages full of detailed step-by-step guides, project features, material and technique comparisons, and much more. The book is mostly focused on My Little Pony Generation 1 (MLP G1). However, these techniques can be applied to all other generations, including MLP G2, G3, G4, and even G5.
My Book: The Unofficial Vintage My Little Pony Companion
I love Nirvana ponies, so I made a book about them! Well, not just about them, but they are ALL included. The book is called “The Unofficial Vintage My Little Pony Companion” and contains 400 pages of images and descriptions for international and foreign releases of My Little Pony generation One (MLP G1)
