Nintendo Entertainment System Set Revealed!

LEGO has officially unveiled a the new NES LEGO Set that is coming out on August 1st. I am really glad that LEGO is really going all out with their Super Mario theme. (Well, with the exception of the lack of normal Minifigures.) The set will retail for $229.99 in the United States, which isn't that bad of a price considering what is included with the set. It comes with a hefty 2,646 pieces, which is a really good value for the price. You can find it on the LEGO Store here.


You can see the set in action from this video that LEGO has put on their social media outlets. I think that the functionality of this is really cool. I think it would be amazing if someone rigged up some power functions stuff into this set. I think the compatibility with the preexisting Mario figure is really cool.



Here is the official LEGO.com description:
"Do you love video games? Did you play Super Mario Bros.™ back in the day? Or do you just enjoy a hands-on, creative activity in your spare time? If so, this nostalgic LEGO® Nintendo Entertainment System™ (71374) model kit is perfect for you.
Authentic and interactive
The brick-built NES is packed with realistic details, including an opening slot for the Game Pak with a locking function and a controller with a connecting cable and plug. The console comes with a buildable retro TV, featuring a flat 8-bit Mario figure on the scrolling screen, plus an action brick to scan with LEGO® Mario™ (figure not included; find in the LEGO® Super Mario™ Starter Course set – 71360) so he reacts to the on-screen enemies, obstacles and power-ups just like in the Super Mario Bros. game.
Creative fun
This unique set is part of an inspiring collection of LEGO building sets for adults that make fabulous gifts for yourself and hobbyist friends who enjoy DIY challenges and proudly displaying their creations.
  • Trigger nostalgic memories as you build this wonderfully detailed LEGO® brick Nintendo Entertainment System™ (71374) and interactive, 1980s-style television displaying the classic Super Mario Bros.™ game. • The TV has a handle-operated scrolling screen and if you scan the action brick by placing LEGO® Mario™ (figure not included) in the slot on top, he will react to the on-screen enemies, obstacles and power-ups. • Authentic details of the NES console are recreated in LEGO® style, including a controller and an opening slot for the buildable Game Pak with a realistic locking function to delight Super Mario Bros.™ fans. • Whether you were an NES gamer back in the day, a fan of retro stuff, or are just looking for an immersive, fun, creative DIY project to leave you feeling revitalized, this 2,646-piece model building kit is ideal for you.
  • The buildable TV measures over 8” (22.5cm) high, 9” (23.5cm) wide and 6” (16cm) deep, and alongside the NES model makes a cool display item for your home or office. It also makes the best LEGO® gift for gamer friends.
  • No batteries required – combine this playset with the LEGO® Mario™ figure in the LEGO® Super Mario™ Adventures with Mario Starter Course (71360) to activate the TV’s interactive features.
  • Easy-to-follow instructions help you to build with confidence, even if you are a LEGO® newcomer. Also included is an illustrated booklet about the creation of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ and classic NES games.
  • This highly collectible building set for adults is part of a range of inspirational LEGO® model kits designed for you, the discerning hobbyist, as you look for your next immersive DIY project.
  • LEGO® building bricks meet the highest industry standards, which ensures they are consistent, compatible and connect and pull apart easily every time – it’s been that way since 1958.
  • LEGO® bricks and pieces are dropped, crushed, twisted, heated and rigorously analyzed to ensure that this unique LEGO building set satisfies the highest safety and quality standards."
One last thing to note is the new Mario mold for this set. It is kinda an odd thing. I would have assumed LEGO would have printed the design for Mario on a clear 2x3 plate, but we got a very nice new mold instead!


I am personally not too into this set. I have never been a big Mario fan and the console of choice for me growing up was the Xbox. But I think that this is a very unique and cool set that we will probably not see another of. I think it would be cool to see other Nintendo consoles in brick form, such as the DS or the Wii. But I doubt they would ever get the functionality that this set has.


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