LEGO Unveils Game Boy Model Set with Interchangeable Classic Games
LEGOis reviving handheld gaming nostalgia with its latest release: a near-life-size brick-built replica of the originalNintendoGame Boy. Announced today, the 421-piece LEGO Game Boy model celebrates the iconic handheld's legacy with faithful details, including the A and B buttons, +Control Pad, contrast dial and even a functional Game Pak slot.
The set includes two interchangeable brick-built cartridges —The Legend of Zelda: Link's AwakeningandSuper MarioLand— as well as swappable screens that replicate each game's look, along with the classic Nintendo start screen.
Designed for adult builders and retro gaming fans alike, the set combines creative building with a deep sense of nostalgia. Step-by-step instructions make it accessible for newcomers too. The LEGO Game Boy is available for pre-order now and officially launches on October 1, 2025. Priced at $60 USD, the Game Boy set will be sold through LEGO stores, select global retailers and LEGO'sofficial site.
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