32 Brands That Were a Big Deal in the 80s But Faded Into Obscurity

Discovery Zone entertained many late ’80s and ’90s kids with its vast indoor jungle gyms, arcade, and diner. At the time, it seemed so much cooler than Chuck E. Cheese. I mean, it had a robot for its mascot! That mouse’s days were numbered.

But Discovery Zone could not keep up its equipment, and everyone knew those ball pits were a health disaster waiting to happen. Eventually, it closed its doors in 1999. But a new business using the name has locations in Ohio and Kentucky if you want to relive your childhood.