Lego to Release 421-Piece Game Boy Building Set on October 1

Lego has announced a new building set replicating Nintendo's original Game Boy, scheduled for release on October 1, 2025, with pre-orders already available. The 421-piece kit, nearly 1:1 scale, features functional details like the D-pad, A/B buttons, select/start buttons, contrast dial, and volume wheel, plus a Game Pak slot and interchangeable brick-built game cartridges for The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening and Super Mario Land. The set targets adult collectors, capitalizing on nostalgia, and follows previous Lego collaborations with Nintendo on Super Mario Bros., Animal Crossing, and The Legend of Zelda themes. Despite its realistic appearance, the Lego Game Boy is not functional; it comes with a display stand. The original Game Boy launched on April 21, 1989, and became a massive success due to its affordability and engaging games.