LEGO Brings Nostalgia to Life with New Game Boy Set
LEGO has officially unveiled a highly anticipated building set featuring the beloved Nintendo Game Boy, the iconic portable console that defined a generation. This new collectible model, set to launch on October 1st, is available for pre-order now and will retail for $60. While it’s a detailed replica, don't expect to play your favorite retro games on it – this one's purely for display and admiration.
Measuring almost identically to the original 1989 device, the LEGO Game Boy stands 9 centimeters tall and 14 centimeters wide. The design faithfully captures not only the console's distinct shape but also its most iconic features. Fans will instantly recognize the fuchsia A and B buttons, the circular speaker grille, the power slider, and even the battery compartment. A fantastic detail for collectors is that all the markings and labels, including the serial number plate, are printed directly onto the LEGO bricks, ensuring a premium look without the need for stickers.
Interactive Display Features
One of the most charming aspects of the set is its screen. The model includes interchangeable lenses that can be inserted into the screen, displaying beloved scenes from classic Game Boy titles like Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening. A clever mechanical touch allows for a subtle animation: tilting the screen will show the Nintendo logo 'falling' into place or Link relaxing on the beach next to Marin. True to form, the miniature game cartridges for these titles are also meticulously crafted from LEGO bricks, adding another layer of authenticity to the display piece.
To celebrate this nostalgic release, LEGO and Nintendo have even recreated a fragment of the original American Game Boy advertisement, a delightful homage that highlights the set’s authenticity and the enduring legacy of the console.
What This Means for Collectors
This LEGO Game Boy building set is a must-have for both LEGO enthusiasts and Nintendo fans. It’s more than just a model; it's a meticulously designed piece of gaming history that serves as a perfect display item. While it won't power up for a game of Tetris, its attention to detail, interactive screen, and faithful recreation of the original console make it a truly special collectible. Get ready to build your own piece of gaming nostalgia this October!
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