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New York Post
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Preorder the official Nintendo Game Boy LEGO set for a blast from the past
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Another pop culture icon is getting the LEGO treatment. Following in the footsteps of the LEGO Atari 2600 and the LEGO Nintendo Entertainment System, the brand announced a new LEGO Game Boy available for preorder now ahead of an October 1 release date. The LEGO Game Boy is a near 1:1 replica of Nintendo's iconic handheld gaming device, designed with intricate details like a working control pad, A and B, select, and start buttons, and contrast and volume dials that actually spin. In addition to the handheld device itelf, the set includes two brick-built Game Paks: 'The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening' and 'Super Mario Land' that can be inserted into the game slot, and three interchangeable lenticular screens with the Nintendo logo or game start screens. You'll also be able to build display stands for the Game Paks and the handheld device. Of course, all LEGO sets also include a booklet of detailed step-by-step instructions, making this set perfect for both LEGO enthusiasts and newcomers who love Nintendo. LEGO recommends the 421-piece set for ages 18 and up. As noted above, the LEGO Game Boy will ship on or around October 1; preorders are currently available on Amazon and LEGO. LEGO The LEGO Game Boy is a meticulously crafted brick-built replica of Nintendo's iconic handheld console, built using 421 pieces to capture every nostalgic detail, from the D-pad and screen to the cartridge slot and side buttons. Perfect for gamers and LEGO enthusiasts alike, this model is a tribute to retro gaming, blending classic design with creative brick engineering. For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America's go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. We're not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren't already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. Here at The Post, we're known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
Daily Record
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Lego Game Boy unveiled with pre-orders now live - but some point out 'disappointing' flaw
Fans have reacted excitedly to the drop but others have pointed out an aspect of the Game Boy that "stinks" When we think back to our childhood, we think of all the cool games and toys we played with that now bring use a huge rush of nostalgia. Among our younger favourites was Lego and Game Boy - so what if they combined? Well, good news, because Lego is bringing a true icon to brick form - the original Game Boy from Nintendo. And pre-orders are now live. Dubbed a "revolutionary time in video game history," at a scale of near 1:1, the LEGO Game Boy model building kit is a testament to a classic era in gaming with authentic details and much-loved features. The Game Boy model building kit is available now for pre-order and will be available for purchase on October 1, 2025. So mark the date in your calendars, gaming fanatics. The kit is currently going for £54.99 on the LEGO site. And people are already getting excited, with many taking to X, previously Twitter, to share their thoughts. One user wrote: "Sensational ad. Where do I spend all my money on this". A second scribed: "This looks awesome! Can't wait to see what we can build with this. Pre-ordering now!" A third raved: "Epic ad, epic product! I need this in my very small Lego collection!" However, others were left disappointed by the fact you can't actually play games on the device once you assemble it, with one writing: "That stinks. I would rather have a real Gameboy and play the real games." A second questioned: "So, it's not playable for that amount of money?" while a third set out his prediction for the next phase of the product, writing: "Countdown before someone makes it playable." The user's vision for the Lego Game Boy was shared by others, one of whom wrote a little more kindly: "Brilliant, I hope this becomes a whole series of portable console LEGO sets!" Another chipped in with photos of the OG 90s Game boy and asked the internet: "Anyone else still own their original gameboys?" to which the answer would surely have been positive from a fair few people. If you want to shop around and splurge a bit, Argos is selling the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World Console Bundle for £429.99. Alternatively, the NINTENDO Switch OLED is on Currys for £309. The collectible 421-piece brick-built replica of the original Game Boy handheld game system comes with all the memorable features, the +Control Pad, A and B Buttons, and SELECT and START, alongside other iconic Game Boy details, such as the contrast adjustment and volume dial. To dial up the nostalgia further, the design features the Game Pak slot and comes with interchangeable, brick-built The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening and Super Mario Land Game Boy Game Paks. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Fans will also have the option to display their LEGO Game Boy model with a choice of screens; the classic Nintendo start screen or one from either of the interchangeable Game Paks. Designed for people who enjoy hands-on creative activities, this is part of a large assortment of LEGO sets for adult designers and with step-by-step instructions newcomers to LEGO building can also enjoy the challenge. The LEGO Game Boy model building set can be snapped up from October 1, 2025 from LEGO stores, and from select leading retailers around the world.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
LEGO brings Nintendo's classic Game Boy back in brick form
LEGO and Nintendo have made a brick-built Game Boy , and it's hitting all the right nostalgic notes. Available for preorder today (US only for now) and shipping October 1, the 421-piece set recreates the iconic 1989 handheld at near 1:1 scale for a surprisingly reasonable $59.99. The set doesn't just look the part, it perfectly nails the details that made the original Game Boy special. From the fuchsia A and B buttons to the classic D-pad, every element feels authentic. LEGO even included printed tiles instead of stickers for all those tiny labels we remember, like "Dot Matrix With Stereo Sound" and the Nintendo branding. At 5.5 by 3.5 inches, this LEGO Game Boy matches the original's dimensions almost perfectly. To appease adult collectors (it's recommended for 18+), who probably would have had the original Game Boy back in the day, the set also comes with its own display stand. It doesn't play games, but it still feels alive by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo Here's where things get clever: while you obviously can't play actual games on plastic bricks, LEGO included swappable lenticular screens that create the illusion of movement when you tilt the device. Watch the Nintendo logo drop during the boot sequence, see Mario run through World 1-1 of Super Mario Land, or enjoy that bittersweet beach scene from Link's Awakening. Speaking of games, the set comes with brick-built cartridges for both Super Mario Land and Link's Awakening that actually slot into the back like the real deal. There's even a separate stand to display whichever cart you're not "playing." Nintendo's even recreated that wonderfully cheesy 1989 Game Boy commercial using the LEGO set, complete with the "Now you're playing with brick power" tagline. Because if you're going to lean into nostalgia, why not go all the way?
Hypebeast
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
LEGO Unveils Game Boy Model Set with Interchangeable Classic Games
Summary LEGOis reviving handheld gaming nostalgia with its latest release: a near-life-size brick-built replica of the originalNintendoGame Boy. Announced today, the 421-piece LEGO Game Boy model celebrates the iconic handheld's legacy with faithful details, including the A and B buttons, +Control Pad, contrast dial and even a functional Game Pak slot. The set includes two interchangeable brick-built cartridges —The Legend of Zelda: Link's AwakeningandSuper MarioLand— as well as swappable screens that replicate each game's look, along with the classic Nintendo start screen. Designed for adult builders and retro gaming fans alike, the set combines creative building with a deep sense of nostalgia. Step-by-step instructions make it accessible for newcomers too. The LEGO Game Boy is available for pre-order now and officially launches on October 1, 2025. Priced at $60 USD, the Game Boy set will be sold through LEGO stores, select global retailers and LEGO'sofficial site.
Economic Times
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
LEGO's Nintendo Game Boy set launches this October, pre-order now open
LEGO has revealed its official Game Boy brick set, a 421-piece replica of the 1989 handheld console. Available for pre-order now and launching on October 1, 2025, for $59.99, the set features working buttons, dials, and swappable lenticular screen inserts displaying scenes from Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Designed with details in mind Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Popular in International 1. World's largest passenger plane forced to turn back to Toronto after midair incident involving distressed passenger Built for fans, by fans Retro Nintendo fans have something new to celebrate. LEGO has finally unveiled the official Game Boy brick set, months after teasing it earlier this year. The 421-piece build is now available for pre-order and will officially launch on October 1, 2025, for $ LEGO Game Boy is a near 1:1 scale replica of Nintendo's iconic 1989 handheld. Once assembled, the model closely resembles the original console, complete with working buttons, dials, and a Game Pak can swap in lenticular screen inserts to display scenes from Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, which are also included as brick-built about 5.5 inches tall and 3.5 inches wide, the LEGO version captures the device's original shape and even includes touches like the on-off switch, volume control, and 'Dot Matrix with Stereo Sound' has opted for printed tiles rather than stickers, making the detailing cleaner and more lenticular screens change images when tilted, simulating scenes from the classic games. One insert replicates the Nintendo logo drop animation seen when powering up the real console, while another shows Link with Marin from Link's the LEGO model doesn't play actual games, it functions as a detailed and nostalgic display set is aimed at adult collectors and fans of retro gaming. It also includes a display stand and instructions available through both a printed booklet and the LEGO Builder Game Boy set is part of LEGO's ongoing partnership with Nintendo, which has previously produced sets based on Super Mario and other franchises. While it won't replace your childhood console, it might just earn a permanent place on your are now live on LEGO's official website.
