LEGO Game Boy Set: A Nostalgic, Bricked-Up Tribute

Nintendo and LEGO have officially teamed up to bring the iconic Game Boy into brick form. Scheduled for release on October 1, 2025, this meticulously crafted build appeals to retro and LEGO fans alike. Priced at $59.99 (≈ 435 ¥) and built from 421 pieces, it offers a satisfying balance of detail and display value.

🎮 Why the Game Boy?

First launched in 1989 by Gunpei Yokoi and Satoru Okada, the Game Boy revolutionized handheld gaming—selling over 119 million units worldwide. This LEGO set is part of broader LEGO × Nintendo licensing alongside themes like NES, Mario, Zelda, and Animal Crossing.

📏 Scale & Design Accuracy

Measuring approximately 5.5 × 3.5 inches, it faithfully maintains the original Game Boy’s proportions. Highlights include:

• Curved housing with authentic printing—volume dial, on/off switch, speaker mesh, “Dot Matrix With Stereo Sound” text;
• Color-accurate recessed A/B buttons and D‑pad using Magenta and black bricks;
• Printed (not sticker) tiles for details and a serial number easter-egg.

🔁 Interactive Lenticular Display

Its standout feature is the lenticular screen: swap between Game Boy startup, Super Mario Land 1‑1, or Link’s Awakening cutscene; tilt the screen, and the image animates—simulating the real console experience.

🎴 Game Pak Cartridges Included

The set includes brick-built cartridges for Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening. They slot into the back—just like the original cartridges.

🧩 Piece Count & Price

With 421 pieces and a $59.99 price tag, it’s comparable to recent adult LEGO themes. Though slightly more expensive on a per-brick basis than big sets like NES, it offers solid nostalgia per piece.

📅 Release & Pre-Order Info

Officially announced via social media in January 2025, it’s set for an October 1 launch, with pre-orders already live on LEGO’s website and Amazon.

🔍 Where It Fits in LEGO’s Nintendo Collection

This marks LEGO’s first handheld console build, following the 2020 LEGO NES set. It complements other Nintendo-themed sets like Mario Kart and Zelda’s Deku Tree, extending appeal across builders and gamers.

💡 Collector & Builder Perspective

• Display-Friendly Design: Iconic size, perfect for shelf display;
• Playful Interactivity: Lenticular screen and swap cartridges reignite Game Boy magic;
• Looping Nostalgia: From the boot logo animation to classic game references, it resonates with collectors;
• Gift Potential: Broad appeal to teens and adults who lived through the Game Boy era;
• Building Skill: Mid-range complexity offers a gratifying build (~1–2 hours).

⚙️ What It Lacks

Fans wanting full immersion might miss:

• No Tetris cartridge;
• No internal electronics or actual gameplay;
• No backlight or audio;
• No flipping screen detail beyond the lenticular effect.

But this prioritizes display and build experience over full functionality.

📦 Final Take

The LEGO Game Boy is a thoughtfully nostalgic tribute—compact, collectible, and clever in its design touches. While not interactive electronically, the lenticular screen, cartridge slot, and accurate physical details make it one of LEGO’s most charming display models. At $60 and launching October 1, it’s poised to delight fans old and new.

Stay tuned to TechPickr123’s Insights for hands-on reviews, interior photographs, and creative display tips once it’s released!