Mad Scientist Dissect-An-Alien Kit Commercial 1986

The "dissect an alien" concept refers to a series of toys and playsets that allow users to simulate the dissection of an alien creature, often including elements like slime, hidden figures, and treasures. These toys are designed to be both educational and entertaining, offering a hands-on experience that mimics a scientific or exploratory adventure.

One popular version is the Treasure X Aliens line, which includes a dissection kit with a slimy alien body, an action figure, and a treasure. The process involves using a tool to cut open the alien, revealing hidden contents such as a "Glow In The Dark" ooze, a treasure hunter figure, a weapon, and potentially a real gemstone known as a peridot, which has been found in meteorites.
The ooze can be stored in a container or squished back into the alien's head, creating a squelching effect.
This toy is marketed for children and offers a 12-step reveal experience, with 18 different treasure hunters to collect and swap.

Another version is the Mad Scientist Dissect-An-Alien Kit from 1986, which was part of Mattel's Mad Scientist line. This toy included an alien with 12 internal organs, a plastic scalpel, a mat, and a journal of mad experiments. The goal was to "yank out alien organs dripping in glowing alien blood" and fit them back into the alien's body in the correct order.
The toy was known for its gross and interactive elements, with the alien's organs designed to be inserted into the body in a specific way, using slime as a "glue" to hold them in place.

A more recent and larger version is the Treasure X Mega Alien Dissection Playset, which features a 12-inch-tall alien with 35+ surprises inside. This set includes 4 alien treasure hunters, 9 different weapons, and 7 stickers, along with a treasure map and collector's guide.
The dissection process involves cutting open the alien's belly to rescue the treasure hunters, who are encased in oozy, squishy compounds.

These toys are often praised for their creativity and engagement, with users noting that they provide hours of entertainment and encourage imagination.
However, they also come with warnings about small parts and choking hazards, especially for children under 3 years old.