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LEGO expands functional gaming sets 2025‑2026

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After the June 2026 unveiling of the LEGO Icons Arcade Pinball Machine (set 11374), LEGO deepened its adult‑collector line with functional gaming builds. The LEGO Don Kong Arcade (set 72051), a 1,367‑piece kit that replicates the 1981 cabinet, launched worldwide on 1 August 2026, with pre‑orders opened 23 July 2026. Regional pricing included US $199.99, UK £149, EU €169, Canada CAD $269, Australia AU$279, Singapore SGD $309, Japan ¥29,980, ~~and later~~ with a confirmed French price of €169.99 and a Turkish promotional price of $200. The set features a lever that releases 21 barrels, a mechanical joystick and jump button, delivering a basic play experience. It stands about 39 cm tall and is marketed to builders aged 18 and older. On 25 July 2026 LEGO and Nintendo announced the set as a fully playable, mechanical tribute, reiterating the €169.99 European and $200 US price points and confirming worldwide shipping begins 1 August 2026. The announcement highlighted the functional joystick, barrel‑launch lever and the collectible’s appeal to retro‑gaming enthusiasts. Nintendo of America promoted the launch with a 90‑second social‑media spot starring former Donkey Kong champion Steve Wiebe. Earlier, LEGO announced a LEGO Game Boy set (72046) for October 2025, extending the LEGO × Nintendo collaboration within the Icons series. The partnership is cited as evidence of a growing market for premium, nostalgia‑driven toys.

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