LEGO's successful Nintendo collaboration has yielded incredibly creative and accessible sets. Initially, LEGO targeted children with interactive Super Mario playsets and adults with nostalgic replica sets. However, the line between these audiences has blurred, with newer sets appealing to both age groups. This reflects Nintendo's family-friendly image and the cross-generational appeal of its franchises.
Here are some of the best LEGO Nintendo sets available in 2025:
Adventures with Interactive LEGO Mario:
- Set: #71439
- Age Range: 6+
- Piece Count: 218
- Price: $49.99 (Target) This starter set includes an LED Mario figure, essential elements like a starting pipe, Yoshi, and Bowser Jr. It's crucial for using other expansion sets.
Mario Kart – Standard Kart:
- Set: #72032
- Age Range: 7+
- Piece Count: 174
- Price: $19.99 (Amazon) Compatible with the interactive Mario figure, this budget-friendly set features a classic kart, glider, Toad, and shell-launching mechanisms.
The Bowser Express Train:
- Set: #71437
- Age Range: 9+
- Piece Count: 1392
- Price: $119.99 (Amazon) A whimsical set featuring a large Bowser head and several enemies.
LEGO Piranha Plant:
- Set: #71426
- Age Range: 18+
- Piece Count: 540
- Price: $47.95 (Amazon - sale price) A charming and well-priced build.
Sonic the Hedgehog – Green Hill Zone:
- Set: #21331
- Age Range: 18+
- Piece Count: 1125
- Price: $79.99 (Amazon) A delightful diorama of Green Hill Zone 1, perfect for adult beginners.
Nook's Cranny & Rosie's House:
- Set: #77050
- Age Range: 7+
- Piece Count: 535
- Price: $59.95 (Amazon - sale price) Features Tom Nook's shop and Rosie's cottage.
Fly With Dodo Airlines:
- Set: #77051
- Age Range: 7+
- Piece Count: 292
- Price: $37.99 (Amazon) Includes a seaplane, dock, and minifigures.
Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi:
- Set: #71438
- Age Range: 18+
- Piece Count: 1215
- Price: $129.99 (Amazon) A nostalgic set with moving elements.
Great Deku Tree:
- Set: #77092
- Age Range: 18+
- Piece Count: 2500
- Price: $299.99 (LEGO Store) A 2-in-1 build offering both Ocarina of Time and Breath of the Wild styles.
The Mighty Bowser:
- Set: #71411
- Age Range: 18+
- Piece Count: 2807
- Price: $269.99 (Amazon) A large, impressive Bowser build with a fire-breathing mechanism.
LEGO Nintendo Set Count (as of January 2025): 34 Super Mario, 18 Sonic, 10 Animal Crossing, and 1 Zelda set.
Future of LEGO Nintendo: The Mighty Bowser's success suggests a move towards sets that appeal to both children and adults, focusing on build quality and display value. The initial Super Mario sets prioritized play over build, a direction LEGO seems to be correcting.
Poll: Which Nintendo franchise deserves a LEGO set next? (Images of poll options omitted for brevity)
The article concludes by recommending a LEGO documentary on Netflix and links to other LEGO set lists (Star Wars, Harry Potter, Marvel).
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