LEGO unveils lifelike Game Boy replica priced at $60, hands-on experience available at SDCC 2025.
Get ready, retro gaming enthusiasts! LEGO is set to launch its latest creation, the LEGO Game Boy set, on October 1, 2025. This faithful brick-made replica of the iconic handheld gaming console is now available for pre-order, starting from July 24.
Priced at around $59.99 to $60 USD, the LEGO Game Boy set is a must-have for those who remember the joy of playing TETRIS on the original Game Boy. With a near 1:1 scale and 421 pieces, this set is a meticulous recreation of the beloved device, featuring authentic details such as the control pad, A and B buttons, select and start buttons, contrast adjustment, and volume dials.
The set includes two brick-built Game Paks: Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening. To add to the nostalgic experience, the set offers swappable screens that can display either the classic Nintendo start screen or game-specific screens. The set also boasts a "working" cartridge slot in the back.
This LEGO set is not just for newcomers; it's also a logical addition for those who already own the LEGO NES console set or the PAC-MAN arcade. It's designed to appeal to adult designers and fans of retro gaming, with step-by-step instructions to support newcomers.
You can secure a pre-order for the LEGO Game Boy set on LEGO.com or at LEGO stores and authorized retailers from July 24, 2025, onwards. This set is particularly appealing to those who own other LEGO retro gaming sets, making it a perfect addition to your collection.
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[1] LEGO.com [2] LEGO Stores [3] Select Leading Retailers Worldwide [4] October 1, 2025 (Launch Date) [5] $59.99 to $60 USD (Price) [6] July 24, 2025 (Pre-Order Date) [7] San Diego Comic-Con 2025 (Reveal Event) [8] 421 Pieces (Set Size) [9] Super Mario Land and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (Included Game Paks) [10] Swappable Screens (Feature) [11] Working Cartridge Slot (Feature) [12] Adult Designers and Retro Gaming Fans (Target Audience) [13] Step-by-Step Instructions (Feature)
- This LEGO Game Boy set, featuring authentic details and two brick-built game paks, is a wonderful addition for tech-savvy adult designers and retro gaming fans who already own other LEGO retro gaming sets.
- With the LEGO Game Boy set's "working" cartridge slot, swappable screens, and step-by-step instructions, this meticulously crafted replica of the classic Game Boy handheld gadget is perfect for those who remember the joy of playing technology classics like Tetris.