The Inkling Squid amiibo was one of the first I ever had in my collection, far before I ever got almost 200 NFC figures deep. It came bundled with the original Splatoon on the Nintendo Wii U back in 2015, and I've been hooked on amiibo ever since - so getting the new Splatoon Raiders Deep Cut triple-pack was a no-brainer.

Here in the UK, the figures are available exclusively as a £49.99 (Nintendo) triple pack, which was a bummer as it meant my Splatoon Raiders expenses for the month almost reached the £100 mark as I grabbed the new game too. However, the cost felt more than worth it when I saw the floods of detail that have been poured into these new figures. Bandage textures, transparent goggle lenses, and bases that can be placed together to take up less space on your shelf - these new Splatoon Raiders amiibo are exactly why I continue to be obsessed with Nintendo's NFC collectibles.

One of the key features of this new amiibo set was that you could "combine the bases" as advertised by Nintendo of Europe. When I first heard that, I assumed that there would be an actual mechanism that connected the Deep Cut trio together, but it's actually a lot simpler. The fake wooden plank bases are all perfectly crafted so that you can push them altogether, with Big Man at the back, Shiver to the left, and Frye to the right.

While simple, it's a design element I wish other figures released by big-name brands like Banpresto took into consideration. So often I've collected statues from the same line-up, which all need to be spaced far apart on the shelf as their bases are all random in shape and size. The Splatoon Radiers' bases mean you can add to your amiibo shelf even if you're running low on space, which I definitely am, even though I don't yet have every Splatoon amiibo release to my name (there are a lot of them).

The detail on these bases is also pretty marvelous. There's still an air of 'this is definitely plastic' to them, but their tiny wood-grain effects and lines help these figures stand out from the older Splatoon releases sporting the plain gold medallion-shaped stands.

Textures are what these figures do best. It's not just the effect of wood that's been given some due attention by whoever sculpted these fantastic toys, but fabric like the bandages wrapping up Frye's hair looks so good they could be real. You can even make out the diagonal lines of her woollen socks and see how they stretch as she sits with one foot perched upon an orange sea buoy.

While I was flummoxed by the detail, it was the Big Man himself that impressed me the most. In the game, he's holding a myriad of items left over from your helicopter incident, including a large backpack with a solar panel, saucepan, and a walkie-talkie attached. Each of these items has been sculpted with their materials and fabric taken on board. The straps of the bag include that woven interlining texture that makes me reminiscent of my school days, and you can make out the curled wire that connects to Big Man's headset. The boy himself is made up of a translucent gray plastic. When light shines through it gives the amiibo a shiny aura that makes him look like a real-life slimy stingray and not a toy you can connect to your Nintendo Switch 2.

The figures are some of my favorites in the entire amiibo line-up, which is saying a lot as I fell just as much in love with the Super Mario Galaxy amiibo figures, which were released earlier this year. However, I was a bit disappointed with what they actually unlock in-game.

Once you enable amiibo functionality in Splatoon Raiders, you can tap Big Man, Shiver, or Frye to gain access to a series of three outfits for your mechanic to wear. They're all a variation of a similar-looking jumpsuit, each taking colors and elements depending on the character you tap. They're a little boring to say the least, and I would have preferred it if you could tap the amiibo again to get access to rare weapon drops, but alas, that's not the case. You can at least tap one other Splatoon series toy to get access to the Bite Waders outfit, which includes a pair of orange overalls similar to your Salmon Run gear used in Splatoon 3. But all in all, the unlocks of these figures aren't as interesting as the amiibo themselves.

Splatoon amiibo have an annoying habit of being hard to find after the initial wave of stock has sold out. If you have your eyes on this version of the Deep Cut team, I still recommend you grab them as soon as you can to avoid feeling like a fish out of water. At least in the US, you can grab each of them separately for $24.99 (GameStop) so you can space out your Splatoon budget more than I could. Hurry up, payday- a day where I definitely will be recouping my costs and not buying more amiibo - cough.

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Despite having only just been revealed, it's already proving hard to buy Hasbro Legend of Zelda action figures. Namely, I've seen one sell out already even though it's only been available to pre-order for a few hours.

With that in mind, I thought it might be helpful to track where you can currently get your hands on these toys. I've already gone on record about how good I think they are, so I'd say they're well worth grabbing - and from what I've seen so far, speed is of the essence if you want to buy Hasbro Legend of Zelda action figures. Link is selling out fast, for example (perhaps going back to the shrine for another 100 year nap).

Broadly speaking, Princess Zelda and Ganondorf are relatively easy to find in the US right now; they're both available via Amazon. However, I'm only seeing Link at Walmart. As for the UK, it's a little trickier. The action figures aren't widely on sale yet, and have all sold out at Hasbro Pulse. That leaves Amazon UK as the only option right now.

Where to buy Hasbro Legend of Zelda action figures in the US

Where to buy Hasbro Legend of Zelda action figures in the UK

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Splatoon Raiders is finally out in the wild, which means the brand-new amiibo, which feature brand-new figures based on the iconic Deep Cut trio, are too.

Anyone who didn't pre-order these fabulous new renditions of Shiver, Big Man and Frye might first resort to retailers like Amazon to grab them today, but I'd advise against it if you don't want to overpay. While listed for £49.99 at Nintendo, they're currently as high as £57.07 at Amazon, which is a little over £7 more than they should be. As it stands, £50 is already a big ask for the trio if you're only after one character, so unless you don't mind splashing more cash than you need to, I recommend grabbing the newest figures straight from Ninty today.

Just in case anyone didn't know, the official Nintendo online store remains the best place for grabbing new amiibo in the UK. Time and time again, the official storefront has been pretty reliable for posting the latest figures (Resident Evil amiibo excluded) and ensuring they're not a penny over, which is also the case for this latest Splatoon Raiders set of collectibles.

While mine hasn't arrived yet (hurry up, postman), I made sure to pre-order the set on the Nintendo site months ago, far before the game in fact. That's because I knew that I could get them for their full £49.99 price rather than having to give in to re-sellers later if they happened to sell out. Thankfully, that's not been the case, and they're readily in stock as of typing these very words, which I recommend you jump on over alternatives like Amazon.

I know the additional £7 on the Amazon listing isn't a huge deal, but the set is already pretty pricey to begin with. As someone who's been collecting the things for over a decade, I'd much prefer fellow amiibo and Splatoon fans get a hold of them for as little as you can - and the listing price at Nintendo is exactly that.

If you're US-based, you can actually buy the amiibo separately while we're stuck with a triple pack. Shiver, Big Man, and Frye are available for $24.99 at GameStop each, which is pretty much the price you can expect across a wide range of US retailers until any future deals wash ashore.

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I honestly think Hasbro getting the license to make Legend of Zelda toys is the best thing for fans.

Now, listen: I appreciate the concern about corporate giants scooping up IP so we're left with a monolithic industry run by big names. The company isn't perfect, either, so don't mistake this for blind loyalty. But Hasbro winning the license to make Legend of Zelda toys has me excited nonetheless – and it's all thanks to a galaxy far, far away.

As you probably know, Hasbro is a behemoth in the field – it has numerous companies under its belt, from the creators of Furby to D&D's Wizards of the Coast. One of these is an imprint called Hasbro Pulse, which focuses on high-quality action figures and replicas for adults based on Star Wars, Marvel, Transformers, and more. Hand-to-heart, I think it produces some of the best toys around – and it just got its paws on Legend of Zelda, as revealed by its first action figures based on the series. That means fans are in for one hell of a treat.

For starters, Pulse's action figures are absurdly detailed (often using face scans of the actor in question) with premium deco accompanying a host of accessories and multiple points of articulation for more realistic poses. However, they don't come with a premium price. The six-inch Star Wars Black Series range starts at around $27.99 per figure through Hasbro Pulse, for example, and you can usually get them for significantly less at the likes of Amazon after launch. The same has proven to be true for Legend of Zelda, and considering how good they look, I don't think $28 for Link or Zelda is bad.

Yes, Ganondorf is pricier at $43. But we saw the toy in person at SDCC so can confirm it's about two or three times the thickness of the others – so that higher cost does make sense in context.

What really excites me are the replicas, though. Hasbro Pulse is also responsible for a wealth of roleplay items such as lightsabers (including my all-time favorite, the Darth Vader Force FX Elite Lightsaber), helmets, and even masks from the Marvel universe. I've found the vast majority of these to be truly excellent thanks to a host of neat interactive features, quality build materials, and impressive weathering that makes them look as though they've been stolen from a movie set. If you take that care and apply it to the Legend of Zelda universe, we'll be truly cooking. We'd get Master Swords and Hylian Shields like this replica that made us weep with pure Zelda fandom joy, sure, but that also opens up the floor to Majora's Mask or accessories like the hookshot.

Crucially, both action figures and replicas will be much easier to get hold of than anything else we've had before. Existing Legend of Zelda toys are hard to pin down and often expensive due to being out of print. Hasbro's equivalent, on the other hand? Judging by how widely available its other products are, they'd be easy to find.

Of course, there's plenty of other Hasbro-related possibilities to get excited about. Hasbro is responsible for a wealth of board and card games including Magic: The Gathering, for instance, so a crossover seems inevitable. In much the same way, I'd be surprised if a Zelda supplement of some description didn't appear in the Hasbro-owned D&D down the line. But despite all that, it's the action figures or replicas that excite me most – and that's all thanks to how good Pulse's Star Wars gear is.

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The Lego Star Trek Enterprise Bridge set has officially dropped out of warp, with shields up and tribbles in tow.

Following leaks that had fans divided over price, Lego showed off its new Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701™ Bridge kit to celebrate the show's 60th anniversary. It's a recreation of the original series set with all major crewmembers at their station, but also manages to squeeze a few extras like the transporter room in for good measure (like many of the best Lego sets, the Lego Star Trek Enterprise Bridge can be displayed closed or opened up).

Made up a tongue-in-cheek 1,701 pieces (the numerical designation of Enterprise in-universe), it's crammed with practical effects like the sliding doors and transporter pads. It also features nods to numerous episodes, including the furry, fast-breeding tribbles who've stowed away on board.

The design team has clearly had a lot of fun with this kit. Besides recreating each console in impressive detail (even if I suspect a lot of them, if not most, will be stickers), there are a lot of fun or downright goofy additions that should take fans right back to the show. The doors to the bridge swish open just like they should, minifigures 'disappear' in the transporter room thanks to a dial, an old-school Klingon appears on the viewscreen, and Captain Kirk's chair 'rocks' due to turbulence – a fun reference to how the cast would hurl themselves around the set with wild abandon when the ship was "hit."

Basically, I think this set looks incredible – and as a fan I'm going nuts. However, that price gives me pause. It feels expensive for a model of this size and complexity, so I can understand fans being hesitant.

Still, it's hardly short on detail. Alongside the features we've already covered, a bunch of accessories have snuck along for the ride too. Spock's harp, a Trident Scanner, Vulcan Lirpas, dilithium crystals, and a phaser are included here. Knowing Lego, there will be a bunch of other references hidden away that we can't immediately see from promo shots.

This set drops on September 1. Will you be picking it up? Shout about it, and what you like or don't like about the set, in the comments.

It's already a busy week for the toy-maker; a playable Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set has been finally revealed after weeks of leaks, and you can buy it now.

Following numerous leaks including the set turning up unexpectedly at Target last week, Lego Donkey Kong Arcade has finally been revealed – and it's available now.

This 1,300+ piece model is based on the ape's first appearance in the 1981 'Donkey Kong' arcade game featuring Mario (then called 'Jump Man'), and it's due to launch this August 1 for $200. While that means the iconic girders and rolling barrels are featured, this isn't just a display piece; Lego Donkey Kong Arcade is actually playable, with the joystick and buttons moving both Mario and releasing the obstacles he's got to avoid. That's certainly more interactive than many of the best Lego sets manage.

In terms of how it works, players use the joystick to move Mario/Jump Man a short distance (about an inch or so) across the girders while pressing a button to have him hop over rolling barrels. As for those obstacles, you either pull a lever to release them or slot more into the side of the model. That puts it head and shoulders above the otherwise-excellent Lego Pac-Man Arcade, which was more of a display piece.

Not that this is the first interactive gaming set we've seen from Lego, of course. It pulled a similar trick with the NES set where you guide Mario through an iconic starter level, and recently announced a working Lego Arcade Cabinet. I'm loving this trend; it really adds value to and helps justify the cost of expensive display sets like this.

Will you be grabbing the Donkey Kong set, or are you hoping he'll get the minifigure treatment alongside the Mario range in 2027?

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Hasbro has pulled back the curtain on its first Legend of Zelda action figures during San Diego Comic Con 2026, and they're based on one of the most beloved games in the series.

Three toys will lead the line-up next year; franchise hero Link, villain Ganondorf, and Princess Zelda herself. All of them are inspired by the versions seen in Tears of the Kingdom, and they come with a host of accessories drawn from that game (including the broken Master Sword hilt for Zelda and a Hylian Shield for Link). All three Hasbro Legend of Zelda action figures will be available for pre-order later today. They should release in Spring 2027.

Produced by company imprint Hasbro Pulse (which is known for highly detailed action figures and replicas based on everything from Star Wars to Marvel), these Legend of Zelda toys stand at around six inches tall and feature multiple points of articulation for more realistic poses.

Hasbro Pulse has a reputation for creating impressively screen-accurate figures, and these don't disappoint. They certainly rival some of the best toys in terms of attention to detail. Actually, the thing that impresses me most is how they capture the cel-shaded design of the video game perfectly; they're surprisingly close to their on-screen counterparts. That's not easy to pull off without striding headfirst into the uncanny valley.

Am I a little disappointed we didn't get classic Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf to kick things off? Yeah, but Tears is a phenomenal game that's widely beloved with its own excellent designs, so I can't say it's too much of a blow. Plus, I'd be astounded if we didn't get more old-school Legend of Zelda action figures down the road. This isn't gonna be a one and done situation thanks to how broad the licensing deal is.

Indeed, this is just the start. As revealed last week, Hasbro has the license to produce all kinds of toys and games based on the series. Seeing as Hasbro Pulse creates props like helmets and lightsabers, I wouldn't be surprised if we got replicas based on Zelda mainstays like the Master Sword or Majora's Mask at some point.

What do you think about these figures? Will you be pre-ordering them? Let us know in the comments.

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I’ve been looking forward to getting my Empire-loving mitts on the Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394). Not only is the capital ship one of the most iconic vessels from the Original Trilogy, but its pair of playset predecessors are some of the best Lego set classics in their own right. You have to go all the way back to 2006’s set 6211 to witness Billund’s first iteration of this menacing triangular spacecraft, and what a marvelous effort it was for the time.

Jump to 2014, and Lego released set 75055, which was immediately considered the definitive offering. Due to the Star Destroyer’s rather simplistic, angular shape, you’d be hard-pressed to find a set that’s been around this long while physically changing so little. The very latest incarnation that I’m reviewing today might be the smallest of the bunch, but it also has the most pieces.

Although it isn’t named as such by Lego, this particular incarnation is evidently Devastator, which served as Darth Vader’s flagship in both Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Episode IV: A New Hope before the Dark Lord of the Sith transitioned to the Super Star Destroyer Executor.

Evidence of this can be found in an information-panel sticker that features both R2-D2 and C-3PO, as well as the presence of a Commander Praji Minifigure, who tells Vader that the Death Star plans were not aboard the Tantive IV at the beginning of A New Hope. If this playset can get close to my glowing Dark Falcon (75389) review, it'll be impressive, most impressive. So, let’s crack open the box and get building to find out if Lego’s latest star destroyer is a resounding success or has failed me for the last time…

Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394): Features

• 1,555 pieces
• 10+ age rating
• Seven minifigures

The Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394) retails for $159.99 / £149.99 and hovers just below or just within Lego’s price-per-piece average (depending on where you look). Although the Star Destroyer has shrunk over time, it’s still one of Lego Star Wars’ most substantial playsets, beaten only by The Dark Falcon and the recently announced Offworld Sandcrawler and Mudhorn (75453).

Pieces don’t tell the whole story, but if you compare the Imperial Star Destroyer’s price point and 1,555 piece count to the Battle of Felucia Separatist MTT (75435), which has just 976 pieces and retails for $159.99 / £139.99, it starts to look like a decent deal. And the MTT isn't a one-off; several other medium-to-large playsets are similarly priced. I have also seen the Imperial Star Destroyer available with healthy discounts, so you should be able to pick it up for less if you’re patient.

Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394): Build

• Four-hour build
• May prove too repetitive for younger builders
• 13 stickers

Putting together the Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394) will be very familiar to anyone who’s built a Star Destroyer playset before, particularly the previous 2014 offering, which uses many of the same build techniques. You still build up the interior first, before applying a triangular Technic chassis, which houses the fold-out paneling.

The set comprises 1,555 pieces, split across 14 paper-bagged sections and took me just over four hours to put together. If you haven’t built a Star Destroyer playset before, it’s a fun experience. It’s rather unusual when building a large vessel to start by piecing together and detailing the interior almost immediately. You then move on to the framework of the rear, construct the carrying handle, and piece together the triangular chassis. I was particularly impressed with how hinged pieces are used to angle Technic pins so that they fit snugly into the slanted beams.

The engines and command bridge come next; the bridge is very similar to the 2014 model in that it relies on clips so that each panel faces outwards and is angled accordingly. You then move onto the huge side panels before progressing onto the surprisingly chunky top panel. The turret mechanism is virtually the same as the one on the 2014 Star Destroyer and is a classic case of: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Rather than an overly complicated Technic arrangement, the mechanism is built entirely with classic Lego pieces that simply slide back and forth to swivel each row of turrets in unison.

The difficulty of this build is roughly what you’d expect from a big Lego Star Wars ship. Some occasionally challenging Technic sections require a little bit of force to get each pin to slot in place, but most of the time is spent laying down large tiles. I find this process to be rather therapeutic, but the size and symmetrical nature of this playset means there’s a lot of repetition that will no doubt challenge the attention span of younger builders.

The monotone gray aesthetic does mean you have to pay attention, as it’s very easy to pick up the wrong tile length or accidentally place a piece a stud or two off position. As always, kudos to Lego for splitting the minifigures evenly across the build, so there’s always something for youngsters to play with while an adult helps out with the ship.

If you've read any of my Lego reviews before, you’ll know that I’m not a fan of stickers. This set has 13 stickers and while I’d still prefer more printed pieces in this price range, most of the stickers represent information panels, which are a necessity. I also like the inclusion of R2-D2 and C-3PO on one of the panels and the holographic information panels at the rear of the ship with schematics for both the Star Destroyer, a couple of TIE Fighters and what looks like a map of the system the ship is in orbit.

Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394): Design

• Display worthy
• Full interior
• Plenty of playability

Lego’s shrinkflation has been well documented, so I wasn’t surprised when I learned that this would be the smallest Star Destroyer playset to date. However, it’s a good example of how a smaller set doesn’t have to compromise heavily on accuracy, features and playability.

This is quite simply the best-looking Star Destroyer playset Lego has ever created. It’s subtly flatter than the previous models, which is more accurate to the prototype, although the removable mid-section beneath the command bridge is still a bit too chunky, giving the ship a slightly stylized aesthetic. That said, it's still a playset that could sit alongside Lego models intended for display and it wouldn't look out of place.

A subtle design choice I particularly like is the decision to remove most of the dark-gray bricks that are dotted around the previous two models. The monotone finish is more in keeping with the Star Destroyers seen in the movies. And that's not the only change that's resulted in a cleaner finish...

Lego has completely hidden the carrying handle behind two hinged doors. It’s a simple touch, but a welcome one that delivers a sleeker aesthetic. Large playsets tend to be a little bit delicate, so I’m always pleased to find a sturdy handle that kids can use to swoop and swish the ship around.

Finally, the 2014 model has green flick-fire missiles, too, but the fluorescent rear of each missile is visible, which isn’t prototypical and creates a decidedly toyish look. In the new set, all but the tip of each missile is completely enclosed, with a simple Technic beam mechanism on each side, which you press down to fire the missiles. It’s a genius and simple solution that elevates the exterior greatly.

All of these changes have made for a more accurate, sleeker and overall tidier exterior that looks more like a display model than a playset, which is a huge compliment. My only complaints are that just three of the seven rear thrusters house clear blue cylindrical pieces to represent firing ion engines. And finally, a few rounded plates on the base would have made the ship glide along carpets more easily during play.

You’d think that the interior would really highlight the smaller scale, but this might just be my favorite Star Destroyer interior yet, with a couple of caveats. Getting to the interior requires gently removing the central structure beneath the bridge. This isn’t connected to anything, which can feel a little suspect, but I’ve found it to be solid enough and much more accessible for youngsters than having to remove pins or unclip pieces. The side flaps then simply fold out flat.

I’ve always thought that the interiors on the 2006 and 2014 models were a little sparse. You had more real estate for figures, but the detail was lacking. What I like about this latest model is that the interior feels busier. At the front you’ve got a bridge section and at the rear you’ve got a desk with an information pad and coffee cup, storage boxes, two large holographic panels, a holotable that represents an ensuing battle, and what looks like a medical station with a panel, a syringe and flap that houses a bacta tank. There’s plenty of room to position minifigures and overall I think this is a fantastic interior.

The only shortcoming is the front bridge section. It’s more cramped than the 2014 model and the only place where I feel the smaller size lets the ship down. Not only is it a bit of a squeeze to sit figures in the two available seats, but one seat isn’t even aligned with an information panel, which seems like a bit of an awkward oversight. Personally, I wish the designers had moved the wall that’s next to the seats back just two studs to create a little more room.

Seven minifigures are a good haul for a set of this size. Although he’s one of the most replicated characters in minifigure form, Darth Vader is my pick of the bunch. This variant was available via the now-discontinued Darth Vader Mech (75368) and can also be picked up via the new Darth Vader Bust (75439). He features what I think is the best face print to represent Sebastian Shaw’s unmasking during Return of the Jedi and is a premium offering with printed arms, legs, hips, and torso (front and back).

This Vader sports the traditional, stiff cape, although I do prefer the softer fabric that’s more prevalent nowadays; but that’s personal preference. As always, the helmet is exquisite – arguably the best helmet Lego has ever produced! It’s beautifully moulded and split into two pieces, so you can remove the helmet to reveal the bevor beneath.

Commander Praji is the only other named Minifigure, apart from the bonus Cal Kestis ‘fig’, who I’ll get to later. As with most imperial officers, there’s a limit to what Lego can do given the inherent simplicity of their uniforms. Praji has some decent sideburns going on in A New Hope, so it’s a shame these weren’t added to the face print; otherwise, you’ve got a simple officer’s hat and torso (front and back) printing.

Praji is one of three figures that are exclusive to this set, along with Cal Kestis and the Imperial Gunner. Only the latter’s female face print differs from other recent incarnations. This is a solid figure with leg, hip and torso (front and back) printing, along with a neat molded helmet with an Imperial emblem and some colored buttons.

The Imperial Navy Trooper is the weakest trooper minifigure. He only has torso (front and back) printing, but I do like the chinstrap on the dual face print and the molded helmet looks the part. The Imperial Crew Member Minifigure is also available in the Lego Death Star (75419), but other similar variants have been available before. He’s a low-key highlight, with torso (front and back), hip and leg printing, as well as a lovely face print that features a headset. Definitely this set’s understated gem.

And finally, the Stormtrooper minifigure might be one of the easiest troopers to come by, but it’s also one of my favorites. This one is a female variant, and while a non-articulating helmet is a frustration for some collectors, it has never bothered me. I love the way this figure looks. She has leg and torso printing (front and back). Arm and hip printing would be a welcome upgrade, but blank white spaces don’t detract from what is a top-tier trooper minifigure with a helmet mold that rivals even Vader’s.

Cal Kestis isn’t technically part of this Star Destroyer’s official Minifigure roster because he’s an exclusive figure in celebration of Lego Star Wars’ 25th anniversary. Seven anniversary figures were available in various sets, but Cal is one of the most sought-after due to being the beloved main protagonist from the Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Jedi: Survivor video games. This is also the very first time he’s been replicated in minifigure form. He’s dressed in his attire from the first game and features torso (front and back), hip, leg, foot and dual face printing, as well as a printed anniversary display base. He’s a great figure, but I do think it’s a shame he doesn’t come with his droid companion BD-1.

Should you buy the Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394)?

In a Lego Star Wars galaxy of medium-sized playsets and evermore ambitious Ultimate Collector Series behemoths, I’m still very much of the opinion that a good-quality large playset is the sweet spot for many child and adult brick fanatics alike. And with the retirement of the Millennium Falcon (75257), the Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394) is one of only two sets (available at the time of writing) that scratch that itch.

But as much as I love The Dark Falcon, the multi-verse-esque theme isn’t for everyone. I’m therefore over the moon (that’s no moon!) that this latest Star Destroyer is an absolute hit. The downsizing will anger some hardcore collectors, but it’s difficult to fault the execution. As far as I’m concerned, this is Lego’s best-looking Star Destroyer playset from the outside and inside. Sure, the command bridge interior is a little cramped, but this is the first Star Destroyer playset where the entire interior is interesting to look at.

If you already own a Star Destroyer playset – particularly the previous 2014 version – this is a refinement, not a major overhaul. But bar the aforementioned bridge and a slightly chunky midsection, I’m finding it hard to imagine how the formula could be improved upon at this scale.

To top everything off, you get a decent roster of seven minifigures. Some of the troopers are a little bit basic, but Darth Vader and that 25th-anniversary Cal Kestis are highlights. It’s hard to think of a Lego Star Wars capital ship that was a dud. Which reminds me, now the Imperial Star Destroyer is in the bag, can we have a follow-up to the Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser (8039) please, Lego?

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How I tested the Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394)

This review sample was provided by Lego.

My army of astromech droids and I built the Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75394) in six sittings, where it took just over four hours to build. It sat in my study for a couple of weeks so I could admire it and during the photo shoot, I made sure it was moved, swooshed and played with to test its durability as a toy.

I’ve been collecting Lego since the ‘90s, so you can bet your last galactic credit that I’m passionate about Billund’s bricks. And if there’s one thing I like just as much as Lego, it’s Star Wars, so the two together is a match made in Alderaan.

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Slideshow and Hot Toys recently unveiled an incoming sixth-scale figure of Luna Snow, and the preview images are remarkable. Just like the rest of their lineup, the premium toy brand has gone the extra mile to include ice effect accessories so the fictional K-pop star looks like she's healing you in real time. Yet while I'm absolutely the kind of gal who would love to add one of the best toys I've seen based on a Marvel Rivals character on her shelf, I'd much rather dedicate a space for the Hot Toy's Deluxe Version Jeff the Land Shark instead.

Jeff already has plenty of toy representation, from plushie blind boxes to figure kits, but this is his most detailed collectible I've seen so far. Everything from his pointy teeth to his dangling gold collar is on show. But the Deluxe Version goes a step further to include a real plush onesie, so you can display him in his Incognito Dolphin skin. Not to mention, while human-based Hot Toys can start at $200+, this little guy is available to pre-order for $129.99 (BigBadToyStore) / £85 (Sideshow Collectibles) instead - a price that makes me want to finally invest in these high-end figures.

Hot Toys figures are notoriously some of the priciest collectibles you can get your hands on, which is why I still haven't got one. However, their price isn't entirely unjustified. If you've ever laid your eyes on these impressive pieces in person, as I do regularly at my closest Forbidden Planet, you'll know that they're full of detail. The human-based figures, like the recently unveiled Luna Snow, include a silicone body so you don't see all the nasty joints that are more common with cheaper video game-based merchandise.

Not to mention, typically all the clothes on these models are made from actual fabric and can be swapped out for additional outfits as you see fit. Think of them like high-end premium dolls, and you'll get the idea of what Hot Toys is all about. Unfortunately, the Hong Kong-based brand's Jeff the Land Shark release isn't articulated like Luna, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun with this little guy.

The Deluxe Edition Jeff comes with a removable Incognito Dolphin outfit, but you also get two interchangeable heads to vary up his pose. One is just his little cheeky smile, while the other includes a set of two tongues that you can pose in different ways. Now, if only they'd include a closed-eye happy Jeff face and release a Marvel Rivals Emma Frost so I can recreate their adorable duo emote, and then I'd be a happy girl.

If you don't care too much about recreating one of Jeff's most iconic in-game outfits, you can grab the non-deluxe version instead. It's a little cheaper at just $104.99 at Big Bad Toy Store, but you'll still get both sets of interchangeable heads. The little dorsal fin accessory is purely for the deluxe edition. However, if you're desperate to have some representation of Jeff's adorable Bruce the shark/Jaws impression, you can grab the Marvel Legends Venom & Jeff the Land Shark two-pack instead.

It contains a tiny Jeff fin accessory of its own, and unlike Hot Toys, Jeff has an articulated head, should you want to make him look even cuter - if such a thing were ever possible.

If you do want to check out the upcoming Luna Show sixth-scale figure instead, you can sign up to be notified of her impending release on the Sideshow Collectibles website.

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After recently winning the license, Hasbro has teased its first Legend of Zelda action figures with a couple of iconic accessories – and these suggest which game the toys will be based on.

In a cryptic Instagram post that suggests "The hero's journey begins tomorrow," Hasbro Pulse (creator of the Star Wars Black Series line, e.g. some of the best toys in the biz) showed off miniature versions of the Master Sword and Hylian Shield that will presumably come with its first Legend of Zelda action figures. That in itself isn't a surprise; it stands to reason that a version of franchise hero Link with his most recognizable weapons will be front and center. However, what's interesting is the design used here. This Hylian Shield uses the same aesthetic introduced in Skyward Sword and continued through Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, suggesting that Hasbro's initial wave will be based one of those games.

If I had to guess, I'd assume we're getting Breath of the Wild or Tears of the Kingdom Link as our first Hasbro Legend of Zelda action figure. It'd certainly make sense; both games were wildly popular and are very much in the public zeitgeist, so it'd be logical to use them as the basis for a brand-new wave of toys.

There is another possibility, of course; that Nintendo has carried over the Skyward Sword shield design to its Ocarina of Time remake, and these action figures are based on that new game. I doubt it, though. We've not seen anything of the remake beyond a teaser trailer, so I'm not sure we'd get our first look at the revitalized character designs via these action figures.

What do you think we'll get from Hasbro's first Legend of Zelda action figures? Shout about it in the comments.

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The truth is finally out there, because a Lego X-Files set is on the way.

Recreating Mulder's basement office below a forest clearing and hovering UFO, this massive Lego X-Files set is elaborate; it's effectively two scenes stitched together in 1,400 pieces that you can separate or display together. While Mulder and Scully minifigures are obviously a given here, they're not alone – you're also getting six others including a classic gray alien and The Flukeman.

Like so many of the best Lego sets, this is the kind of model engineered to make fans let out an appreciative whistle – and maybe a choice expletive – at how many nostalgic references have been crammed into this kit. Teeny pencils lodged in Mulder's office ceiling or the iconic "I want to believe" poster are just the start of it.

This model hasn't just emerged out of nowhere like its mysterious UFO, though. It's inspired by a fan's design that was voted into being by both the community and Lego itself.

Lego X-Files has one last trick up its sleeve too. If you're quick enough, you can get your hands on a Scully's Lab mini-build as a gift-with-purchase. This is only available while stocks last between August 1-10.

It's certainly shaping up to be a busy few months for the toy maker. Between the leaked Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set and an apparent Lego Star Trek bridge dropping across August and September respectively, we've got a stacked release schedule on our hands. Are there any you've got your eye on? Let us know in the comments.

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A new Lego Star Trek bridge set is on the way according to leaks, and it'll recreate the original series Enterprise complete with its most notable crew members.

Apparently found in-store by a fan and posted to reddit, the kit is an ode to the Enterprise bridge set from 1966 with more than a few practical effects inspired by the show itself – sliding doors, a transporter room that 'beams up' minifigures, and a captain's chair that rocks to simulate the cast throwing themselves around when the ship got damaged. Accessories taken directly from the series (like the trusty tricorder, phaser, and those troublesome Tribbles) are included too, not to mention an old-school Klingon on the viewscreen. It's smaller than the previous Lego U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D kit, but it's arguably more jam-packed with Easter eggs.

Speaking of those minifigures, it looks as though there are enough to rival some of the best Lego sets. From my count, there are eight: Captain Kirk, Spock, Doctor McCoy, Uhura, Scotty, Sulu, Chekhov, and Christine Chapel. These make up part of the Lego Star Trek bridge's alleged 1,701 pieces, which in itself is a fun reference – the original series Enterprise was designated NCC-1701.

Icons: 11385 USS Enterprise NCC-1701 Bridge (found in store by a Brick Tap source) from r/Legoleak

While this is all very cool, fan response has been mixed in terms of the price. This kit is supposed to arrive on September 1 for $200, which has many wincing. "Actually insane," writes MrBrightside711. "Compare this to the office. it should be $150 max and even that is pushing it." Another commenter agrees, quoting the old Friends Apartment kit that was 2,000+ pieces with seven minifigures… but cost $180.

Price aside, I'm glad we're at least getting these separate bridge kits (if the leaks are to be believed, anyway). It's something I've personally wanted since Lego first announced its Star Trek line, and the only thing I'd like to see more would be midi-scale models like the Lego Millennium Falcon for each of the major ships – the various Enterprises, Voyager, Discovery, etc.

Will you be picking up the Lego Enterprise bridge if it ends up being real? Shout about it in the comments.

It's been a busy couple of weeks for leaks, and someone managed to build the leaked Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set early.

Another day, another case of the leaked Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set appearing in the wild.

Someone seems to have actually bought and built the model after it turned up at Target last week, and their finished build on reddit gives us our best look yet at how the leaked Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set works. For starters, yes: even though it's a display piece like many of the best Lego sets, it's 'playable' and allows you to roll barrels from the top right down to the bottom. However, it looks like Mario/Jump Man is true to his name and mainly leaps over the obstacles rather than having a full range of movement across those girders. This becomes clear when the builder flips the kit round to show off its back, which has exposed parts to make it all work.

While there's a lot of love for the Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set itself, fans in the replies have mixed opinions about these exposed workings; some think it's neat to see how the sausage gets made, while others would prefer them to be covered up like the Lego Pac-Man Arcade kit. I'm with them – while I appreciate that this more industrial look keeps costs down, it being a true mini arcade cabinet would elevate the overall design.

Update from today’s purchase. Donkey Kong Arcade set 72051 from r/lego

Regardless, this isn't the only Lego DK news floating around after the weekend. Indeed, this video follows another surprise leak. Argos in the UK went early with its listing and quickly took all those juicy promo shots down, but not before someone managed to save it all via reddit.

While it's a little baffling that Lego hasn't come out and officially revealed this kit following retailer leaks and fan builds, but the existence of an Argos listing (even if it's since been removed) suggests that a full reveal is on the way shortly. I'd be amazed if we didn't get an official announcement either today or tomorrow, so keep a close eye out.

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It's been 25 years since Final Fantasy 10 Jecht-shotted its way onto the PlayStation 2 in Japan on July 19, 2001. I feel like I could turn into a big pile of dust at any moment, as I remember playing the game shortly after release and being bewitched by the world of Spira. I even went through a period as a teen where I'd stretch my hands out and bow like I was praying to Yevon to friends and family; that's how much the game became part of my personality.

These days I settle for collecting the best toys rather than roleplaying as summoner Yuna, and there's plenty of merch out there. To celebrate 25 years of Final Fantasy 10, you can get your hands on an LP Vinyl Set of the soundtrack, which features a curated selection of 20 of Nobuo Uetmatsu's amazing tracks. Personally, I'm a bigger fan of the Suteki Da Ne music box, which contains a small and adorable rendition of the song that plays during one of the game's best cutscenes.

If you don't want to collect merch that'll make you cry, there are plenty of TCG accessories too. Final Fantasy 10 characters have featured within both the official Final Fantasy TCG and Magic: The Gathering, so there's sleeves, deck boxes, and playmats available featuring Tidus and Yuna. The official Square Enix online store has also rolled out new plushies available to pre-order, so you can soon give the pair a cuddle, which they sorely need after the events of the game. If you know, you know.

With 25 years under its belt, there's too much Final Fantasy 10 merch to list, so I've just picked out some of my favorite and widely available favorite pieces. As a heads up, some of these are pre-order items like that fabulous Eternal Calm LP Vinyl set. It's definitely worth grabbing before resellers get their hands on it, as it may be your last chance.

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Hasbro has locked in a new licensing partnership with Nintendo to produce The Legend of Zelda toys and products from 2027 (quick, someone play the treasure-chest-opening sound effect).

Although it's still early days, the first reveals will come in just a few days; three 6-inch figures are going to be revealed during San Diego Comic Con, which takes place between July 23-26. However, these Legend of Zelda toys aren't just going to be limited to action figures. By the sounds of it, this deal includes all kinds of products – and because Hasbro produces everything from plushies and roleplay replicas to tabletop games, it's possible that Link and co will join the best board games as well as the best toys.

Hasbro's president of toys and board games, Billy Lagor, says that the “Legend of Zelda franchise has captivated fans through its deep lore, unforgettable characters and enduring sense of discovery [for decades]. By combining Nintendo’s iconic storytelling with Hasbro’s leadership in action and role-play, we’re delivering toys that invite fans to play, explore and forge their own epic adventures."

Considering how few and far between Zelda toys have been up until now (they're largely limited to the Nintendo Store or replica items from the likes of Paladone at Amazon), this is likely to be encouraging news for fans who'd like to see more Legend of Zelda merch based on the franchise. I'm not concerned about quality, either; Hasbro is responsible for everything from the incredibly detailed Marvel Legends action figures to high-quality helmet/lightsaber replicas from Star Wars The Black Series, so it has a track record.

Hasbro is also a giant in the industry with access to some of the world's biggest IP, so it's not outside the realm of possibility that we'll see high-profile crossovers in the not-so-distant future. It owns the organization that makes the best Nerf blasters, for example, so I think we can count on a tie-in Zelda blaster at some point. In much the same way, it also heads up Wizards of the Coast – the organization that makes D&D and Magic: The Gathering. Whether fans of those games would want a Zelda tie-in is up for debate (it's a fierce argument right now, with MTG head designer Mark Rosewater saying fans must adapt or "walk away" if they don't like Universes Beyond), but it's now a possibility at least.

It's certainly been a fruitful year for Hasbro so far; just a few months ago, the company announced that it had gained the Harry Potter merch rights (which makes an MTG crossover feel inevitable). In addition, it recently got the license to produce KPop Demon Hunters toys as well.

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A leaked Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set based on the character's first appearance is now being spotted in brick-and-mortar stores, and the packaging seems to confirm what we suspected - it's actually playable.

Following an earlier leak that showed off its boxart, price, and release date, the Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set has shown up in Target. According to user taswellow on reddit, they found a copy just hanging out on shelves despite not having been announced yet. "They said I couldn't buy it but I could take pictures," taswellow notes, proceeding to show off rear box art which highlights working elements that make this model "playable."

Well, to a degree. While Mario/Jump Man seems stuck on a single level, you can move him and make him leap over obstacles via the joystick and buttons at the bottom of the kit. Just like in the original arcade game, barrels will also roll across the stage - either released by Donkey Kong or inserted via a slot in the side of the build. It may not be as playable as the original, sure, but it's certainly more interactive than most of the best Lego sets.

Lego Donkey Kong Arcade, Source: Found in-store from r/LegoNewsAndRumors

While a pinch of scepticism is understandable in today's landscape of AI recreations, I sincerely doubt this is fake. For one thing, its box art matches the previous leak exactly. In addition, the rear packaging features close-up 'action' shots that are simply too consistent and complex for an AI to ape (heh) without making a goof.

We don't have official confirmation from Lego yet, but judging by the fact that the Lego Donkey Kong Arcade set has now appeared in a major chain means its full reveal must be imminent. Keep your eyes here or on the Lego store over the next few days, in other words - we'll let you know as soon as it's confirmed.

This isn't the only leak that turned out to be real in July; following leaked screenshots, an absurdly accurate Lego Spongebob Squarepants set was shown off.

Hallmark has unveiled its latest line of gaming-themed ornaments, and that includes a PlayStation console figure which actually plays the iconic startup sound when you press the power button.

You can see the ornament in action via the Hallmark store, and it feels like a cheap form of time travel; I don't know about you, but I was momentarily yanked back to the '90s after hearing that sound. The green power light at the front of the console actually lights up when you press the button too, so Hallmark is clearly going for broke in terms of nostalgia so far as this PlayStation ornament goes.

I do have questions about how loud this will actually be in person, but even if it's on the quiet side, that's still a damn cool feature. Indeed, it's cool enough to be one of the better PlayStation gifts out there – I can see it being a fun keepsake to keep on the shelf. There's no reason you have to keep the ornament hanger in, after all.

This is just one of Hallmark's 2026 ornaments, though. While you'll find everything from Disney figures (including Disneyland references like Pirates of the Caribbean or Soarin') to movies, many are gaming-related. These range from a Tears of the Kingdom Link (complete with rousing musical score) to Eevee-lutions. You can even get a Yoshi who pops out of its egg with the accompanying video game sound.

I've listed them below, and it looks like the vast majority are available now.

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I'm not the biggest fan of Nintendo's Talking Flower toy.

Its random quips incessantly telling me that the "ocean tastes like tears" and probing whether or not I've "had lunch yet" are just as annoying as our best toy expert Benjamin warned me they'd be. As a result, this talking toy talks no more and has become a silent display piece amongst my Switch game collection. But while he doesn't get much use anymore, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that the Nintendo online store sells parts for $4.99 each (Nintendo) for the flowery fella, should I ever need them.

You can grab two replacement parts in total for the Talking Flower, should anything happen to the annoying chattering toy - and I can think of a few possible scenarios. The first is a replacement Pot Cover, which is that brown plastic base that covers up the buttons and the small LCD display hidden on the underside of the toy.

This cover is what keeps the Talking Flower standing upright, so it's plenty helpful that Nintendo chose to make replacements readily available for anyone willing to spend $4.99 (Nintendo) on one. Not to mention, it's fully removable and is not constantly attached to the flower in any way, so I can easily foresee it going missing in the wrong hands.

Nintendo also has a Talking Flower Battery Cover available for $4.99 (Nintendo), which, as you can guess from its name, is to replace the one that's located under that small display I mentioned earlier. The battery cover requires being screwed in, so I can't foresee too many instances where it could go missing, but it's a nice pro-consumer inclusion nonetheless.

What Nintendo doesn't sell on the Nintendo US online store is a way to erase the memory of having to put up with the Talking Flower's irritating chatting, but I won't hold it against them. At least, should I ever feel the need to take my delayed rage out on this plastic guy, I know that I can pick up some replacement pieces to keep him looking as shiny and new as the day I got him.

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An enormous Lego Spongebob Squarepants set has been revealed, and it recreates Bikini Bottom in all its cartoon glory. However, while fans are loving its look, they're not so keen on the pricing.

Following a leak earlier this week which fans were already going nuts over ("holy shit it's peak" was my favorite comment on the reddit thread discussing the idea), the toymaker just showed off the set ahead of its September 1 release date. Made up of 1,700+ pieces, Lego Spongebob Squarepants: Bikini Bottom recreates the cartoon's underwater neighbourhood with impressive accuracy to match the best Lego sets. It also comes with three minifigures; Spongebob, Patrick, and Squidward, not to mention brick-built figures for Gary the Snail and DoodleBob. The downside? It costs $220, or £190 if you're based in the UK.

In terms of what the community's saying, responses seem very positive on social media about how it looks... but are less glowing when it comes to that price. On a reddit thread discussing the kit, commentor KaiTheGenshinGuy writes that "It's one of my favourite Lego sets already but the price is terrible." This is a pretty consistent response across the thread, and anecdotally speaking, it's common feedback that I've been seeing elsewhere.

Still, if that price tag has you wincing, don't worry – Lego's got another Spongebob set for you. A smaller, $12.99/£10.99 BrickHeadz kit is due on September 1 as well.

The thing I can't get over is how screen-accurate the Bikini Bottom set is here; it looks as though it's been dragged off our TVs and laid out in the real world by some eldritch sorcery. Everything from the building dimensions to those distinctive tinted windows makes it feel incredibly true to the show, and it's far closer to the real deal than the last Bikini Bottom kit we got in 2012. That was a lot cheaper, so it had fewer pieces to play with, true, but I think the design team is still cooking with this 2026 upgrade. It reminds me of last year's excellent Lego Krusty Burger; it really captures the spirit of the show.

Just like Krusty Burger, this kit is chock-full of references once you flip the buildings around. Lego promises "feature-rich interiors with nods to iconic storylines," and a quick examination shows off references like Squidward's clarinet and a portrait of Gary the snail. In other words, it's a love letter to the long-running show.

While I'm loving the dollshouse-like interiors, my favorite element is how they've managed to give everyone the right, distinctive shape despite being minifigures. Patrick is suitably rotund, Squidward has an original head sculpt rather than the usual cylinder, and Spongebob is basically a square with arms and legs (as he should be). It doesn't feel like any corners have been cut. As demonstrated by this reddit thread on the evolution of Lego Squidward over the years, it's also clear how far we've come.

What do you think? Will you be pre-ordering either (or both) of the Lego Spongebob Squarepants sets now ahead of their release this September?

Considering how a Lego Donkey Kong arcade set just got leaked as well, I'm hoping we'll get an official reveal for that too in the coming days.

A new Lego Spongebob Squarepants set seems to have leaked, and fans are in agreement that it looks incredible.

The toy-maker is no stranger to hyper-accurate recreations (just look at the best Lego sets if you want an example), but this cartoony Lego Spongebob Squarepants set has struck a chord. "Holy shit it's peak," writes Smitty__0099 on the reddit thread outlining the kit. Ok-Range6568 goes one further by calling it "outrageously good looking. One of the best licensed sets Lego has ever put out."

I get where they're coming from. Supposed promotional images show Bikini Bottom in a picture-perfect cartoon style that nails the show's signature look, and at a glance it could have been ripped from your TV screen. It's weighed down with extras too, from minifigs of Spongebob, Patrick, and Squidward to a host of references fans should recognize right away.

SpongeBob: Icons 11386 Bikini Bottom and BrickHeadz 40858 (via Buggy) from r/Legoleak

So, the obvious question is: can we believe this leak? It apparently comes from new leaker buggyleaks on Instagram, and while their lack of content makes me suspicious, they've been on the money so far. They successfully tipped everyone off about August's Lego ET a few days before the official announcement, for example. That means I'm more willing to give them the benefit of the doubt.

Plus, the apparently leaked photos match Lego's style for both lifestyle images (the kit in a homey environment, usually on a shelf or table) and back-of-box photography (the set's rear can be seen against a black background). Everything from the minifigures to accessories matches between those two shots as well, which wouldn't be the case if this was constructed using something like AI.

If it does indeed end up being real, I'm stoked for it. We've seen a Lego version of Bikini Bottom before in a 2012 model, but that one was far less detailed and has been long out of print. By comparison, this is way more screen-accurate and feature-rich.

That does come at a literal cost, though; the leaked Lego Spongebob Squarepants set will apparently set you back $219.99 when it launches "either September or November 1, 2026."

We'll have to wait and see if this set is legit, but if those promo shots are real, I can't imagine we'll be hanging around long.

It looks as though it's going to be a good few months for Lego fans, because a leaked Lego Donkey Kong set looks like it might continue a trend I'm loving so far. As for other cool but confirmed gear, why not drop in on our guide to the best toys?

Uh, excuse me, but who gave permission for Amazon to slash the price of new Lego Pokemon sets? I mean, I'm not complaining, but still. Seeing as everyone's gone nuts for the newly-revealed kits and they're not even out yet, I wasn't expecting a discount so soon.

You can currently get a small but respectable saving on both Lego Arcanine and Munchlax in the UK, bringing them down to a record low (which isn't hard, seeing as these Lego Pokemon sets were only announced last week). Seeing as both take cues from Lego Eevee, AKA one of the best Lego sets, that's even more noteworthy.

Unfortunately, none of the other newly-announced Lego sets (the Polly Pocket-style Poke Ball diorama, Rayquaza set, or Red Up-Scaled Minifigure) are on offer. This abrupt discount does mean I'll keep a much closer eye on them going forward, though.

Plus, I suspect most fans will be happier with these being given an early price cut anyway. They started out at a much more affordable level to begin with, and because one of the most consistent criticisms of Lego Pokemon thus far has been high costs, that's gonna turn heads.

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I'd hoped for a discount on these kits at some point (perhaps in the autumn, around Black Friday time), but this soon? Phew.

What do you think? Will you be grabbing either of these new kits? What with the leaked Lego Donkey Kong set, Nintendo fans are eating good this week...

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Another day, another leak, as it seems as though the new Lego Donkey Kong has been shown off early.

After new Pokemon kits leaked last week (followed by their subsequent reveal), the Lego community is at it again with a sneak peek of yet another Nintendo-themed model via Reddit. This takes us back to the beginning with an arcade version of Jump Man, and by the looks of it, this Lego Donkey Kong set could be playable.

To be precise, the leak (which shows off supposed box art for this model) shows what looks to be rolling Lego barrels and a pixel Mario icon that has a pole at its back… suggesting you can move the plumber around obstacles. I could be wrong, of course, but if you zoom in, it's possible to spot 'motion' circles behind the brown wooden barrels. This, to me, implies movement.

Provided the leak is real, of course. While it's worth taking anything like this with a pinch of salt, I'm convinced. Besides matching Lego's standards for box design, it also uses the same barrel design we saw in a Lego Mario teaser from a few months back. That in itself suggested a Jump Man-inspired kit, so this just makes good on the promise.

legoleak from r/Legoleak/comments/1usqc4r/mario_72051_donkey_kong_arcade_set_image_via

If this Lego Donkey Kong set is playable (to a degree, anyway), it takes after this month's working Lego Arcade Cabinet. While you won't be earning points like a real machine, it's not just a display piece.

Comments under the leak seem in favor of it, but one feature seems to have disappointed fans – it isn't a true arcade shape, a la the Lego Pac-Man Arcade. "Cute, though I guess I was kind of hoping it would be a model of the actual arcade cabinet," says ComradeKits24. I agree; I think it's a neat design that really captures the original look, and the 3D text along the top is a cool addition, but a full cabinet would have sealed the deal.

What do you think? Will you be picking the kit up if it ends up being real? If it's legit, we won't have long to wait; it'll apparently cost $200 and drops in August.

For other cool Nintendo-themed collectibles, here's the best Donkey Kong merch fans will go bananas for.

The Super Mario Wonder amiibo line-up was a big deal when they launched alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of the game earlier this year. The set marked Captain Toad's debut in amiibo debut, and now the adorable adventurer just got another first- its first-ever discount.

The amiibo trio launched for $24.99 on March 26, 2026, but the entire lineup is now a little over $5 off each at Walmart today. That includes not just Captain Toad and the Talking Flower by his side, but the Poplin & Prince Florian and Elephant Mario figures, the latter of which is currently sitting amongst my ever-growing collection. Out of my 150+ figures, Elephant Mario is one of the most detailed yet, and if Toad and Poplin are anything like him, this set is well worth adding to your collection, discount or not.

I know a little over $5 off might not seem like a big deal, but it should be if you're an amiibo collector and want to add more of the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories to your setup. These figures are currently sitting on the digital Nintendo online store shelves for their full $24.99 MSRP, which makes these discounts a bit of a rarity.

Typically, it's the Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom and Street Fighter 6 figures that are prone to discounts, not these 2026 releases. With that in mind, it's nice to see other characters drop down in price, especially when these are some of the most detailed amiibo I've seen so far.

When the Elephant Mario arrived at my door shortly after launch, I was hugely impressed. Not only is he a bit larger than what I'm used to, but the quality control is exquisite. There are no visible sculpt or mould lines, and every drop of paint is exactly where it should be. Better yet, Mario's overalls include a denim-like texture, and he's even got a unique base that perfectly ties into the floral world of Super Mario Bros Wonder, which makes it stand out amongst the rest of my collection.

If you're eager to add Elephant Mario to your gaming shelf, I recommend grabbing him along with the rest of the Super Mario Bros Wonder amiibo line-up while these discounts last. They're even worthwhile at full price, but there's a collective $15 saving to be found here, which you could put towards even more amiibo. What sounds more elephantastic than that?

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All good things must come to an end, and that's certainly the case with Lego sets retiring in 2026. Well over 100 kits are being taken to the farm this month, so it's your last chance to pick them up.

While models get shelved all the time (it's a necessity, because there's no way Lego could keep its cripplingly enormous back-catalog running at once), this month's cuts hurt; the Lego sets retiring in July feature modern classics like the Great Deku Tree, Optimus Prime, and the Talking Sorting Hat. More than a few of these are included on our list of the best Lego sets, so I'd definitely recommend grabbing them while you still can.

You can see the most recent cuts over at Lego's "retiring soon" page, but if you want the complete picture, keep on scrolling - I've listed every single Lego set retiring in July 2026 right here, and will update this guide with the next batch (due to get the axe in December) shortly.

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Want the quick version of what to prioritize? These are the three main sets I'd look out for this month.

Retiring Lego sets: Animal Crossing

Retiring Lego sets: Architecture

Retiring Lego sets: Art

Retiring Lego sets: City

Retiring Lego sets: Classic

Retiring Lego sets: Creator

Retiring Lego sets: DC

Retiring Lego sets: Disney

Retiring Lego sets: Dreamzzz

Retiring Lego sets: Friends

Retiring Lego sets: Gabby's Dollhouse

Retiring Lego sets: Harry Potter

Retiring Lego sets: Icons

Retiring Lego sets: Ideas

Retiring Lego sets: Jurassic World

Retiring Lego sets: Legend of Zelda

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Retiring Lego sets: Minecraft

Retiring Lego sets: Ninjago

Retiring Lego sets: One Piece

Retiring Lego sets: Sonic the Hedgehog

Retiring Lego sets: Speed Champions

Retiring Lego sets: Star Wars

Retiring Lego sets: Super Mario

Retiring Lego sets: Technic

Retiring Lego sets: Wednesday

Retiring Lego sets: Wicked

Retiring Lego sets FAQ

Wondering why Lego sets retire in the first place? And which kits have been put out to pasture so far in 2026? Not to worry, I've got the lowdown for you here.

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If you know anything about retro gaming, then the Lego Sega Genesis Console will be instantly recognizable as one of the most iconic 16-bit home video game consoles ever released, which is impressively recreated in this set along with two controllers and a cartridge. Unlike the full size Lego Game Boy (72046), the Genesis is reproduced at about 60% scale, making it much more manageable as a display piece and meaning the two can stand side by side as some of best Lego sets for retro gamers.

Lego Sega Genesis Console features

• Iconic console
• Budget-friendly price
• Plenty of detail

Straight off the bat it's clear that the designers have committed to the retro feel of this set, as the Lego Sega Genesis Console box has been printed to look worn around the edges from 30+ years of use. I mention this as I actually thought mine had been damaged in transit at first, and I only realized it was intentional as I purchased a second set for a gift and saw they were identical!

Price is a key factor to note here, as you can pick up the Sega Genesis for just $39.99 / £34.99, which compares favorably with the recently released Lego Game Boy that retails for $59.99 / £54.99 despite containing fewer pieces, and while there's no lenticular screen or pressable buttons here the console still has some tricks up its sleeve.

Sega Genesis Console build

• A surprisingly colorful interior build
• Hidden Sonic the Hedgehog portrait is a nice touch
• Some unusual mistakes in the original instructions

Considering the visible exterior of the Lego Sega Genesis Console is predominantly black, there’s a pleasingly wide array of colored pieces included when you start opening bags. Naturally these end up being buried within the structure, but they definitely help with matching up bricks while making the base initially look like a Mondrian painting!

There are a couple of strange errors in the instructions, such as a black and a gray piece seeming to swap positions when the view reverses, and two steps are shown in the wrong order which caused brief confusion. However, at the time of writing this review the build instructions have been removed from the website/app, and the piece count has also been changed from 479 to 480, so it's not clear yet if the instructions are just being tidied up or if a minor change to the build is being introduced.

As mentioned before, a lot of the colorful bricks introduced will eventually disappear into the structure, but not all of them - the final group comes together to form a portrait of everyone's favorite spiny mammalian hero, Sonic the Hedgehog! This sits hidden beneath the rounded cartridge dock, but is easily revealed by lifting the top off the build and is a great Easter egg to reveal when showing the Sega Genesis Console to friends.

Sega Genesis Console design

• Accurate recreation
• Plenty of details to spot
• Can display as a Genesis or Mega Drive

There's a great attention to detail with this set, providing an impressively accurate scaled-down recreation of the console and controllers, as you can see here in the side by side comparison with my original Mega Drive! Everything from the side ridges, sliders, and buttons to the various sockets and ports is where it should be, the curved edges look great, and the little cartridge even matches the original Sonic The Hedgehog 2 cart accurately.

Naturally, these small controllers cannot match the level of detail seen with the Lego Sega Genesis Controller set, but that was only available as a 'gift with purchase' for a limited time and you're destined for the second-hand market if you want to pick it up now. Still, there is a charm to the controllers in this set, with their angled set of three buttons meaning they can be immediately identified, and there are 'working' sockets to plug them securely into the front of the console.

For those not in the know, this console was marketed as the Genesis in the United States and the Mega Drive in Europe, with some clear differences in their designs to stand them apart. Additional pieces are included so you can switch your set between the versions and get their accurate appearance, though the instructions for this could be clearer as they just show two images side by side – highlighting the pieces to change would have been easier than playing spot the difference.

Finally, I do need to touch on the one big issue I had with this set – the decals. While I understand the need for these rather than supplying printed bricks to keep the cost down, I found the process of applying the 14 included stickers incredibly stressful. Getting these decals lined up correctly can be difficult at the best of times, but applying predominantly black stickers to black curved pieces accurately is a bit of a nightmare for those who strive for perfection. While I did the best I could, I wasn't 100% happy with their final placement which was a little disappointing.

Should you buy Sega Genesis Console?

While there aren't many officially licensed Lego games console sets available, the Sega Genesis stands on its own merit as a great retro build with just a few small frustrations, though they shouldn't stop you from picking it up. The very reasonable price means it's an easy addition to any collection, or a great budget gift that will always be well received.

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How we tested Lego Sega Genesis Console #40926

This review was made using a set purchased by the reviewer.

I built the Lego Sega Genesis Console (40926) set in a couple of short sessions, coming to around 2 and a half hours for my total build time. While you could easily do the whole thing in one go, the pieces are divided into four bags to provide some clear break points if needed.

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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is sailing into harbour, which means a bounty of goodies and gadgets to game with. Art books, replicas, wallets, there are even Assassin's Creed slippers to get cosy with while you sail the high seas.

PureArts, Titan Books, and Ubisoft's own kit is all rolled into this kit list of the best Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced merch, perfect for those still finding their sea legs and salty veterans returning to the oceans once again.

Of course, Edward himself features quite prominently here, but there's also plenty of booty for those after some more franchise-wide gadgets - a pack of AC-themed playing cards with a hidden blade in the box always goes down well.

You'll find all my top picks of the best Assassin's Creed merch to get you ready for Black Flag Resynced just below.

Be sure to check out our top Resident Evil merch or take a look at our favorite Pokemon merch.

Halloween: The Game just revealed a special Limited Collector's Edition with an exclusive, and chilling, Michael Myers action figure by Trick or Treat Studios.

This special edition is crammed with goodies like a trick or treat bag of candy. Aside from the game itself, it features in-game skins and cosmetics, an exclusive poster, lenticular art, and "more surprises" still to come. However, all eyes are likely to be on the exclusive Scream Great Shape Jump Michael Myers 8-inch variant action figure. This gives the villain an ethereal, ghostly glow that really helps it pop. Personally, I love that it comes with a teeny pumpkin given the same finish. That alone gets it my vote as one of the best toys I've seen this week.

In terms of the team behind that action figure, it's being made by Trick or Treat Studios – an outfit known for its masks, yes, but also its highly detailed action figures. That includes everything from Terrifier toys to Mr. Myers himself, but they're perhaps best known for their 1:1 scale Chucky Doll (which you can see here at Mad About Horror, because it needs to be witnessed). That kind of reputation makes me sit up and pay attention to this little Michael Myers, even if he is admittedly a fraction of the size of that Chucky masterpiece.

Halloween: The Game and its Limited Collector's Edition will land on October 6, 2026.

Want collectibles that are a little less creepy? It's worth dropping in on the best Lego sets. If you're still in a spooky mood, though, here's how, after 47 years, Halloween: The Game answers "burning questions" about John Carpenter's 1978 classic.

A bunch of new Lego Pokemon sets have been officially revealed, and while some were leaked ahead of time, it turns out the toy company was holding out on us – the best was yet to come.

Alongside (now-confirmed) Rayquaza, Arcanine, and Munchlax display figures, Lego is also releasing what is essentially a Polly Pocket for fans of the original video games; the Iconic Trainer Moments Poke Ball opens up to reveal Professor Oak's lab and a nostalgia-fuelled battle between Red and a random trainer inside. This will be launching alongside an Up-Scaled Red Minifigure, which brings our first player character from the series to life. All these new Lego Pokemon sets can be pre-ordered now via the Lego store, and they'll launch between August 1 and October 1.

In terms of specifics, here's how they stack up compared to the best Lego sets so far as pricing, pieces, and size go.

While I'm not sure how to feel about the Up-Scaled Red Minifigure (or should that be Bigifigure?), I'm all in on the Poke Ball display scene. This is like my childhood turned into Lego; it's a nostalgic look back at the opening of Pokemon Red and Blue, with the lid opening to reveal Professor's Oaks lab (complete with three Poke Balls on the bench to choose from) and trainer Red battling a Picknicker's Pikachu with Eevee. These are utterly adorable minifigure-scale Pokemon that remind me of the tiny toys you can get in those gumball machines – you know the ones? Anyway, because they're all-in-one sculpts that don't need constructing so far as I can tell, they look like the real deal rather than approximations. I imagine that'll please fans who've complained about other Lego Pokemon sets looking a bit… off (like Lego Pikachu and Poke Ball).

As for the others, it's nice to see them in all their glory rather than via a pixelated leak shot. As I mentioned in my piece discussing them when they weren't yet confirmed, these are a step in the right direction as far as I'm concerned. Fan response was mixed toward Lego Pikachu from the start and the Smart Play range drew some criticism based on its designs as well (even if they had our inner 10 year-old losing it), but these absolutely nail the assignment. They're also a lot cheaper than previous sets like the Starter Evolutions, bringing them more in line with the excellent Lego Eevee.

Basically, I'm obsessed – and I can't wait to see what's next for the Lego Pokemon range.

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New Lego Pokemon sets seem to have leaked, and honestly? I think they're a real step up from what we've had so far.

Not content to leave it at last month's slew of Smart Play kits that had our inner 10-year-old losing it, the toy-maker appears to be working on three new Lego Pokemon sets for adults – Rayquaza, Munchlax, and Arcanine. These are all display pieces rather than playsets, and Rayquaza actually comes with the first Pokemon minifigure to date (Zinnia, who first appeared in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire).

I've not seen official PR info or listings at Lego yet, but these sets are being touted as confirmed by our friends over at The Gamer in a post dishing details alongside various Reddit threads like this one from Amiibofan101. Both sources suggest these models will all arrive on August 1, 2026, and they won't be throwaway novelties; Arcanine rivals some of the best Lego sets at 1,190 pieces, while Rayquaza is 1,083 and Munchlax weighs in at 757. Meanwhile, it looks as though they'll hover around the $100 mark; Rayquaza will apparently cost $129.99, Munchlax sits at $79.99, and Arcanine is $99.99.

First look at Rayquaza, Arcanine & Munchlax Pokémon LEGO Sets Releasing August 1st from r/pokemon

So, are these real? I have no doubt that they are. Both Rayquaza and Munchlax have been rumored for a long time, and leaked images matching the current ones have been circulating on reddit for a while. They also perfectly line up with Lego's own preferred layout for product listings,

Either way, I think they look fantastic. I've been a little mixed on the Pokemon range thus far since it was announced (we were wondering what they'd done to Pikachu when it was first shown off, for example), and the new Smart Play line has divided us at the GamesRadar+ office. However, these figures lean into what made the likes of Lego Eevee and the three starter evolutions so great. Unlike Charizard and co, not to mention Lego Pikachu, they're also far more affordable.

If that August 1 release date is accurate, it's gonna be a busy month for fans; the Pokemon Smart Play kits are due to arrive then alongside the first KPop Demon Hunters model, a newly revealed ET figure, and more. We have reached out to Lego for confirmation.

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I'm not one of those collectors who needs to have their amiibo as pristine as possible, but sometimes I just appreciate how they look in the box.

The only issue that can arise from keeping them looking brand-new is that Nintendo's packaging tends to weather pretty fast. I have plenty of unopened amiibo that have been sitting untouched for years, and yet the packaging has started to degrade and curl. So you can bet I was over the moon to discover that plastic box protectors, like the ones I see stacked up amongst Funko Pops at my local comic book shop, exist but for Nintendo amiibo instead.

I cannot lie that I felt a bit like Comic Book Guy's 'The Collector's alter ego from The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror as I slide poor plastic Sora from Kingdom Hearts into his plastic protector prison, but it's for a good cause. Sora's Super Smash Bros amiibo release is one of my favorite additions to the amiibo line-up to date, as I adore Kingdom Hearts with all my heart. Please excuse the pun. And I want to keep him and his packaging looking as good as I can for as long as I can.

Fortunately, the protectors are pretty easy to set up, so this shouldn't be an issue when I start to bag up more than just Sora. The protector (or at least the one I bought) arrived flat through the post, and all I had to do was fold along the lines and slide Sora inside, where he'll inevitably remain for the future. Sorry, pal. Donald Duck's likely going to have a harder time attempting to cure you now.

The protector was so easy to put together that I'm already eyeing the rest of my boxed amiibo that could do with some extra protection. At the moment, my figures like the Super Smash Bros Joker amiibo and Shovel Knight are sitting in their boxes, being subject to general wear and tear and the worst property of damage of all, dust. Yet hopefully, by picking up more of these plastic put-it-together-yourself boxes, I should be able to keep them safe and sound.

If you're considering grabbing some for yourself and are worried about the costly investment of buying multiples for your many amiibo, don't be. While I purchased mine for £6 from eBay Store Gaming Crave, and I've listed a 10-pack above for $20, multiple stores on AliExpress list them for as low as 99cents /99p per protector.

I have a feeling that these AliExpress listings could be where a bulk of other stores are sourcing their protectors, so grabbing them from the source yourself is going to be the cheapest option. These sellers also list larger protectors for any of you with the Pyra & Mythra amiibo double pack or the Alterna Set (Callie & Marie) double pack, so you've got more options than you'll find at mainstream retailers like Amazon, alongside the lower prices.

Before I go to inevitably pick up more for myself, do be aware that those protectors are still dependent on how well you look after them. They're pretty thin and are best for combating against dust and little knicks and abrasions. If your amiibo were to fall from a great height, it could still be subject to damage. So please don't start using them as an excuse to hurl your Nintendo toys around the room. I don't think any of you hurl amiibo in your free time, but you can never be too sure.

If you're on the hunt for more amiibo, I've pulled together all the upcoming 2026 amiibo releases in one handy dandy place.

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Warner Bros. official site has been holding itself a little sale this past weekend, but today's your last day to take advantage of 10% off House of the Dragon's official merch. Promo code FOURTH will net you savings with varying degrees of potency, from a few cents off a holographic sticker to additional savings on already-discounted varsity jackets, pin box sets, and more.

With House of the Dragon season 3 nicely underway, Warner has plenty of swag to see the penultimate run through, with some new additions to the roster for this year's instalment. A prop relica of King Viserys' crown is a highlight, though it comes in at a lofty $349.99 by itself. That promo code will set you back down to $314.99, but this is still one for power-fans.

Thankfully there are plenty of cheaper options on these shelves, from stickers for just over $6 to a light-up dragon egg for a whisker under $15. I've rounded up all my top picks from today's House of the Dragon merch sale just below - but hurry, offers end soon.

I always chuckle a bit to myself as I look back at my fears that Nintendo would forget amiibo for this generation. The reality is that I can't remember a time when I've had to keep up with so many restocks of older releases and brand new ones like the Chef Kawasaki and Hop Star amiibo.

We've known that Nintendo has been cooking up Chef Kawaki for a while, but the official Nintendo Japan website has now confirmed that the amiibo is expected to launch on September 3, 2026. There was no word on whether that release date pertained to just Japan. But I can confirm that the new Kirby Air Riders collectible has already appeared for $44.99 at Amazon, with that same September 3 release date.

How to use amiibo in Kirby Air Riders on Nintendo Switch 2

• Load up Kirby Air Riders on your Nintendo Switch 2
• Select 'Extras' from the main menu
• Navigate to 'Amiibo' and select
• Select 'OK'
• Tap Kirby Air Riders amiibo over the right Switch 2 Joy-Con stick

If you aren't a big Chef Kawasaki fan, there are a lot more Kirby Air Riders amiibo where he came from. As of writing, the King Dedede & Tank Star figure is available for $54.99 at Best Buy, and you won't have to wait around for months for him to arrive at your door either.

You can also get your hands on the Kirby & Warp Star amiibo for $49.99 (Best Buy), the Meta Knight & Shadow Star amiibo for $44.99 (Best Buy), and the Bandana Waddle Dee & Winged Star amiibo for $49.99 (Best Buy), all of which are compatible with one another.

If you like the look of Waddle Dee's Winged Star vehicle, and happen to own the Kirby figure too, you can have the pink puffball sit inside it instead. Just beware that these are some of the priciest individual releases in the entire Nintendo NFC lineup, so collecting them all in order to mix and match their vehicles is not going to come cheap. It's why, despite having a 150+ amiibo collection, I haven't yet picked any of these up so far. Although it's getting harder and harder to resist the cuter they get.

Check out our guides to the best Nintendo gifts and the best Lego sets for more Ninty-themed merch and collectibles.

Seeing as this month's line-up includes a fully-functional Lego pinball machine, I'd argue that it'll be hard to stand out amongst the best new Lego sets in July 2026. I mean, how are you supposed to argue with that? Supercars are great and a new Venom model is undoubtedly cool, but a retro game throwback whose party tricky is that it actually works? I'm sorry, but there's winning against a stunt like that.

Suffice to say, there are some really eye-catching releases this month despite it being a quieter few weeks (especially compared to the deluge of new Lego sets in June 2026). I've narrowed that list down to my absolute favorites below, and I'd argue that they're the best new Lego sets in July 2026 by a wide margin. The pinball machine I mentioned earlier is being joined by an absurdly accurate Technic supercar with the hyper-focused attention to detail the range is famous for, for example... not to mention the return of an old Star Wars favorite from Return of the Jedi. They certainly give the best Lego sets a run for their money, anyway.

Want the full picture? I've rounded up all of the new Lego sets arriving July 2026 below, and you can skip ahead to them by clicking here.

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New Lego sets July 2026

Want a full and comprehensive breakdown of all the new Lego sets in July 2026? I've made a complete list of every kit hitting shelves this month in case you want to get into the weeds and see the entire catalogue.

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Remember the Animal Crossing Sanrio amiibo cards? Well, they're back, and you don't have to dabble in inflated pricing to make them yours if you're based in the UK.

While picking up some amiibo figures I was missing for my collection, I spotted the Sanrio amiibo cards in stock for £4.99 at Nintendo, their original MSRP. If you were to grab these on Amazon right now, you'd be expected to pay £9 instead, so I wanted to bring this to your attention so you don't spend that extra £4 when you don't have to.

How to use the Sanrio amiibo cards in Animal Crossing New Horizons

• Load up New Horizons
• Enter the Resident Services building
• Access Nook Stop terminal
• Select "Invite a camper"
• Select "Yes I do"
• Tap amiibo card on right Switch 2 Joy-Con controller stick
• Select "Yes"

The pack contains six collectible cards that you can use to invite characters to your island and gain access to exclusive Sanrio-themed items to decorate your home. While these cards were intended to be used alongside the Animal Crossing New Leaf 3DS game, they're compatible with New Horizons on the Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2 - trust me, I've checked.

After tapping the card over the right Switch 2 Joy-Con controller and inviting them to your camping site, the items, which you can see printed on the card, will be available to purchase through the 'Nook Shopping' menu of the Nook Stop Terminal. For example, during a quick test today, I invited Étoile to my island, which is one of the cards I received in the pack.

Her items, which include this stunning "cloud maker" decoration (which is based on a real item you can spot if you ever visit Sanrio Puroland in Japan), were then accessible for me to buy and add to my New Horizons home. It's essentially the same process to get the Zelda items in Animal Crossing, if you've already been through that easy breezy process.

If you're eager to pick up more amiibo cards, I recommend regularly checking back in with the official Nintendo online store. The original series packs occasionally get re-stocked, but there isn't any fanfare made on the official Nintendo social media channels to let you know. It's a good thing I'm here, then!

• View all amiibo cards at Nintendo UK

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Renowned video game developer and internet darling Hideo Kojima has become an action figure.

More specifically, he's going to be an adorable Nendoroid toy. Created by the Good Smile Company, these figures have built up a reputation for being high-quality, stylized display figures that look like chibi artwork come to life (AKA some of the best toys around, because c'mon – look at them). Now that same treatment has been applied to Hideo Kojima, and it's actually a bit eerie how well they've captured the famed game designer down to his intense stare and knowing smile.

Available to pre-order as we speak, the Hideo Kojima Nendoroid figure is $38.99 from Good Smile and is due to ship around this time next year. (Yes, the amount of time toy production can take is wild.)

Besides extensive articulation that allows you to pose the toy however you want, this mini Kojima comes with a host of alternate looks and a couple of accessories – there's a serious face, smiling face, thinking face, thumbs up, glasses, sunglasses, and a Ludens Duck. He's also wearing a Kojima Productions t-shirt, because of course he is.

Personally speaking, I'm a big fan of Nendoroids – to the point that I've made it my life's mission to get the Wind Waker version of Link, because it's truly magnificent. There's just so much character to them; you'd need a heart of pure, frigid ice not to be brought a smattering of joy by looking at them. Plus, they feel incredibly premium despite being quite affordable on the whole. Trust me, that's not always the case in the collectibles market; you're frequently paying through the nose for the privilege.

What do you think of the Kojima Nendoroid? Will you be adding it to your shelf, so he can peer pensively at you while you play OD or other upcoming Kojima games?

For more cool replicas, be sure not to miss the best Lego sets.

I never really saw Mickey Mouse as a gearhead, but the new Disney F1 collection proves that he's ready to get onto the track. Or at the very least, boot up a session of Mario Kart. (He'd be a menace with red shells, I can tell.)

Because the company's mascot doesn't do things by halves, there's a fleet of goodies included in the Disney F1 merch collection; Mickey's racing our way with more than a pitstop's worth of hats, shirts, pins, and plushies. Seeing as there's much of it, and I spend a lot of time hunting down the best toys or collectibles (particularly Disney gear), I've rounded up my favorite bits here. I'm a big fan of the Velocity Mickey Mouse Crossbody Bag at the Disney Store and its accompanying baseball cap, for instance. While the price is a little higher than I'd like (something that's true of the range in general, but to be expected from such a high-profile crossover), the shimmering material is beautiful with its reflective shades of orange and blue. Actually, it reminds me of the rainbow-esque, iridescent look oil or gasoline can have in certain lights.

Anyway, there are plenty of other goodies with a similarly enchanting design on the Disney Store, including Disney Store UK - and I say that as someone who's not even the biggest fan of F1. In much the same way, the F1 store is crammed with gear that's genuinely taken me aback with how nice it looks; it doesn't just feel as though Mickey's been slapped on a bomber jacket. A lot of care seems to have gone into the collection, which is what I like to see from crossovers like this.

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Lego Star Wars sets usually fall into one of two categories: playsets for younglings or expensive, for-adults display pieces. Few straddle the line between both camps, but I recently discovered a kit that does.

The Lego Imperial Star Destroyer is, ostensibly, a playset. Despite a chunky price tag and incredibly screen-accurate design, a lot is made of its interactive features. Namely, it opens up to reveal a minifigure-scale bridge interior, has two spring-loaded blasters to fire green laser bolts at pesky rebels, and features seven minifigs - Darth Vader, a Stormtrooper, and nameless Imperial baddies that can be set up in opposition to the heroes in roleplay games. However, that level of detail and the inclusion of iconic figures from the original trilogy make it very tempting for older collectors as well. I'd argue that this model looks fantastic on display, and it's starting to border on midi-scale ships like the Lego Millennium Falcon when sealed up. As such, it's a great choice for both audiences... and that's something only the best Lego sets can claim.

All this puts the Imperial Star Destroyer into esteemed company; for me, it's up there with kits like the Lego Ghost and Phantom II and the Lego Dark Falcon. Both of those are similarly-sized ship models with playable interiors and interactivity galore, but each one looks phenomenal on display as well for older fans.

This isn't the first time Lego's pulled off such a feat with Star Destroyer, of course; there have been two before now, one in 2006 and another in 2014. The latter is particularly well-regarded by fans, and I don't think anyone knew how the brick-makers from Billund would top it. And yes, this follow-up is a touch smaller. But I'd say it's the best-looking version yet.

Do you have a favorite Lego Star Wars set that's just as beloved by Jedi Masters as it is by younglings? Shout about it in the comments.

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Being a Pokémon fan can get pricey, so when sales like Amazon's Prime Day come a-knockin', we always pay attention. And the good news is that 2026 has some pretty decent savings across Pokémon merch, games, booster packs, and more.

So whether you are an avid player of the best Pokémon games, are after some Kanto-inspired home decor, or want to expand your TCG collection, you've come to the right place. Below are the top 17 Pokémon Prime Day deals that we've spotted so far. We've made sure to try to include something for every type of Pokémon fan here, whether you're a gamer or just an enjoyer of cute critters. Unfortunately, there are no deals for Pokémon Pokopia or Scarlet and Violet, but I'm keeping my eye out in case any do drop. In the meantime, there is still plenty to hold you over before Pokémon Winds and Waves releases below.

Grab your Poké Balls and your wallets, fellow trainers, because these are the Prime Day deals that you won't want to miss.

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As you might be able to tell from the title of this site, we love gaming Lego sets. Whether it's Fortnite display pieces, Super Mario models, or Minecraft playsets, they celebrate the things we love best about these franchises and let us keep a snippet of that nostalgia on our shelf. And as luck would have it, this year's Prime Day Lego deals have slashed the price of most kits based on video games.

I've not been able to find any gaming Lego ranges that haven't been hit by the Prime Day sale, and it's getting to the point that I can't list all of the discounted set here. As an example, I'm seeing major cuts on everything from Fortnite's floating Battle Bus (with its army of minifigures in tow) to the retro-fuelled Super Mario World display model which actually moves. Indeed, the latter gaming Lego set hasn't ever been cheaper than it is now - and because it arguably deserves a place amongst the best Lego sets for how cleverly-designed and nostalgic it is, I'd say that's good news.

To save you time trawling the Amazon Prime Day sales pages, I've listed all of my favorite gaming Lego set offers here. These are either the cream of the crop or sport savings that truly stand out.

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We've collected and built a ton of Lego sets over the years, so we can confidently say that some of the greatest are the ones that bring our favorite movies to life. However, Lego that lets you decorate your home with iconic film locations and characters is pricey. Luckily for all our wallets, I've spotted 15 deals that I recommend all UK Lego fans pay attention to this Prime Day season.

I regularly track prices for the best Lego sets, and right now, UK readers are spoiled for choice. From The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Star Wars and more a ton of typically pricey offerings have been reduced. Now, to be clear, there are more movie-based Lego sets for sale beyond the ones I've listed below. However, I've been covering Prime Day for years now, and these are the discounts that are worth your cash instead of holding off until Black Friday. It's also worth mentioning again that US readers won't find the deals they are after here; instead, you'll need to head over to our complete round-up of all the top Prime Day Lego deals.

So with all that out of the way, read on to discover the best UK Lego deals for all those expensive movie sets!

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  Squishmallows Original Sonic the Hedgehog 14-Inch Sonic Plush - Large Ultrasoft Official Jazwares Plush

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The Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary has landed, as it's been 35 years since the first game launched on June 23 in the US way back in 1991. That means we'd had almost four decades spent on this planet with the blue blur, chilli dogs, cheesy quips, and the iconic Green Hill Zone, whose 16-bit music still remains in my head rent-free.

I don't want to linger on Sonic's age too much, as that'd mean coming to terms with my own old age. But the series' longevity means that plenty of the best toys out there are based on Sonic and friends, should you want to start collecting them. There's everything from official Squishmallow plushies featuring Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles, to PEZ dispensers, game controllers, and cookbooks. An order up of Chili Dogs, anyone?

To help get you started, I've gathered together a Death Egg-sized lot of some of my favorite Sonic the Hedgehog collectibles out there today, including plenty of pieces I own myself. Everything I've included is officially licensed by SEGA, too, so you can feel assured that you won't find a faker. Y'know, unless you're looking for Shadow the Hedgehog merch in particular, of course.

Check out our round-up of the best Lego sets and the best Nintendo gifts for more radical video game toys and collectibles.

Star Fox is landing on the Nintendo Switch 2 this week, but I'm far more excited over the prospect of new merch starring Fox, Falco, Peppy, and Slippy.

That's not to say I haven't had my Switch 2 Star Fox pre-order secured faster than you can say "do a barrel roll," but this new release has the opportunity to boost the sincere lack of Star Fox merch out there. Before today, the amount of merch available was abysmal, with just amiibo and the Starlink: Battle for Atlas Starter Pack that includes a detailed Arwing figure to rely on. There were lovely, detailed World of Nintendo figures of the entire team released before that, but they now fetch a hefty price on eBay. Someone is currently trying to sell all four for £14,999.99 (eBay), and I wish I were kidding.

While it's still slim pickings out there, new merchandise has been slowly rolling out, so you don't have to spend the equivalent of a house deposit to have some Fox representation in your collection. On Amazon, there's a range of Star Fox designs inspired by Fox's cameo in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and in the UK, you can pre-order adorable plushies of the entire team. There's still not a lot to go around, but I've made sure to gather those goodies and more down below, and I'll be adding to this list the more Nintendo releases after the new game's launch on June 25, 2026.

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I've got a strong suspicion we'll all resemble a melted puddle by the end of this week thanks to the heatwave, especially because fans seem to be selling out everywhere, so it's past time we broke out some water pistols. Don't worry; even if portable AC units are eluding us, there are plenty of water guns and Super Soakers to make up for it.

I've spent a lot of time going hands-on with the best water guns for our buying guide, so I can recommend enough blasters to fill a small armoury. The Hydro Frenzy is great if you just wanna cause chaos thanks to its twin jets that flail around unconnected hoses, for instance, while the Dunk-Fill 2-Pack gets you back into the action as quickly as possible - you don't need to wait at the tap like most water pistols. And that's just the start of it; I've got more for you below.

A lot of these, including some of the most popular water pistols, are now on offer for Prime Day. (You can get plenty under £10, like the Super Soaker Twin Tide for £9.99 at Amazon.) In other words, now's a good time to dive in; besides saving you cash, these should arrive in time to take advantage of the full heatwave later this week.

Naturally, there are a lot of other blasters I'd recommend looking at; I just didn't have time to reference them all here. Another great place to start your search would be the Spyra range, because these sci-fi water guns make it feel like I'm playing a real-life FPS. While the best can be pretty expensive, the company offers a more affordable version that still boasts many of the same tricks: the SpyraGo, which you can find for £44 at Spyra.

At the other end of the spectrum, the cheap and cheerful XShot range (which is mostly on offer via Amazon) is also worth investigating. These are direct rivals to Super Soaker and provide many of the same features, often for less... but without sacrificing quality.

No matter what you choose, I hope you're able to stay cool in the heat!

• See all today's water gun deals at Amazon

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Despite it being from any Lord of the Rings fan's dreams, I'm not allowed to buy the new Lego Minas Tirith set. Not only does it cost over half my monthly rent, but it's two feet tall and even wider. I'm about to move apartments and I have been banned, in no uncertain terms, from buying a set that'd take up a big chunk of my new shared living room.

Luckily for me, a Lord of the Rings set that's designed to be space efficient has seen a timely discount. The Lego Balrog Book Nook set is now $108.99 at Amazon, and since it's named after its bookshelf-sized frame, I'm optimistic that my future flatmate will have zero complaints about its size. Especially when I told him I picked it up in a deal! It's certainly one of the better Prime Day Lego deals I've seen.

To give it its full title, this set is called Lego Icons The Lord of the Rings: Balrog Book Nook. Phew. It's one of several themed sets designed to fill spaces on a bookshelf, with Sherlock Holmes and multiple Harry Potter options too.

It has 1,201 pieces, including a model Gandalf, and it also has a little plaque saying "You shall not pass!" in case you forget the dialogue from the movie.

Should you buy the Balrog Book Nook?

If you're in my position, and the Lego Minas Tirith is just far too big and expensive to reasonably justify, you've probably bounced off some other sets for the same reason. Rivendell, The Shire and Barad-dur are all quite large, and far from cheap.

This Balrog Book Nook isn't exactly a budget set, but the deal makes it less than half the price of the Shire, and it's certainly smaller too. It's roughly a third of the height of Minas Tirith, and when opened up, two-thirds of the width of the Tower of the Sun. You can fold it down to fit better on a bookshelf too, really helping with that 'space efficiency' argument.

Now, there's no pretending that this is anywhere as iconic a part of the Lord of the Rings story as the various Minas Tirith scenes are; you're getting a sole minifig instead of ten and, crucially, there's no adorable chicken. But if the iconic Lego Lord of the Rings sets are all going to be incredibly expensive, a Balrog will do just fine.

It probably goes without saying, but the Lego Minas Tirith set isn't going to see a discount any time soon. It's not even due to ship in the UK until August, and in the US, there's no shipping date available due to backorders. If you can't even buy it yet, it won't see a reduction for a long time.

So that's another point in favor of the Book Nook. Other Lord of the Rings sets could see discounts during Prime Day, from June 23, especially Rivendell which always feels like it's enjoying 10% off. But Minas Tirith? No chance.

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Display models or playsets that just sit there looking cool are so last year, because a Lego pinball machine that actually works is on the way.

Due to launch on July 4, the space-themed Arcade Pinball Machine is a fully-functioning toy as well as something cool to put on your shelf. Rather than simply looking the part, it has a "spring-powered launcher, dual flippers, spinning bumpers and an up-and-over ramp bridge" that allows you to really play. Plus, there's a moving 'progress bar' which is an astronaut minifig slowly being reunited with an astronaut baby (?!). Is that a bit weird? Yes. But at the same time, I don't see any of the other best Lego sets including a working game.

While it certainly looks the part (and our resident retro expert Phil Hayton pointed out that the space theme could be a nod to the Microsoft 3D Pinball Space Cadet game), the simple fact that this is a playable pinball machine is the selling point here. Unlike so many other nostalgic kits like the NES or Lego Pac-Man Arcade, it isn't just a facsimile; rather than merely aping the gameplay it's inspired by, this one is a game in its own right.

Fans seem to agree. On a Reddit thread discussing the set simply titled "i am in love," responses have been near-universally positive… and there are more than a few folks hoping to recreate that old Space Pinball game. Indeed, the most upvoted comment comes from LightMyFirebird with "I’d be so tempted to make it look like 3D Pinball: Space Cadet layout."

Regardless, this working Lego pinball machine certainly fits the trend of the Big 26 so far. What with Smart Play promising to change everything and the new Smart Play Pokemon range delighting our inner 10 year-olds, it feels like "interactive" is Lego's word of 2026.

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With the England now entering the fray, Fifa fever has officially set in and it's time to break out the best World Cup 2026 merch to show your support. The trouble is, there's a crap ton of... well, crap out there. That's why the GamesRadar+ team have rounded up what we think are the best official goodies from the event.

Personally speaking, I don't think you can go far wrong with the branded adidas ball to kick about during downtime between matches or on your lunchbreak... but honestly? I think the very best World Cup 2026 merch would have to be Lego's range of play and display kits. Some of these rival the best Lego sets in terms of creativity, and because of this month's Prime Day Lego deals, a few are on offer too.

Anyway, you can decide for yourself by kicking off with the best World Cup 2026 merch below.

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The best water guns make our old Super Soakers look stupid. And I don't mean from a vibes standpoint. No; even the most basic water pistols are head and shoulders above what we used to muck about with in the backyard. Dunk-fill, auto-fill, electronic firing modes… phew. Then Spyra enters the picture, and oh lordy.

If you've not encountered the water guns brand before, I'll put it this way: imagine a Super Soaker by way of Star Trek. These things are sci-fi marvels; rather than firing piddly streams of H20 when you pump the priming mechanism, they're electronically powered and shoot individual rounds of water at stupidly high speed (which means they're incredibly accurate). They also track your 'ammo' with an LED HUD, some fill up automatically in seconds when you dunk them in water, and many have alternate firing modes to suit your needs. Basically, they blow everything else out of the water. And in the case of the Spyra water bomb thrower, I mean that quite literally.

I've been lucky enough to mess with most of the Spyra range, and they never fail to make my jaw drop. The SpyraThree is downright magic, for example. It shows off every trick in the book; it fills up the tank within seconds when you dunk it into water, has an LED HUD for tracking how much ammo you have left, and sports multiple fire modes ranging from automatic to single shot. But what's really impressive is when you line up a shot and squeeze the trigger. This thing is absurdly accurate, to the point that I was able to hit my mark most of the time – not something that's usually possible with standard water pistols. (And no, it doesn't hurt to get hit; you feel the shot, but not so much that you'll be bowing out of the game.)

The cheaper SpyraGo is similar, albeit without some of the same bells and whistles. Even though it removes some of the fancier effects like auto-fill and multiple fire modes to reduce cost, it's still accurate enough to put Super Soakers to shame.

The downside to all this is obviously expense. Even though the SpyraGo is the least expensive option, it's still pricier than many Super Soakers combined. But my goodness, is it worth it – particularly if you can get them on offer during sales like the upcoming Prime Day event.

More are on the way, too. The flagship model is being updated with the SpyraFour, which is packing a far larger capacity, more shots per refill, and five firing modes. Next is the SpyraDash, which doesn't have any electronics at all. It relies on pressure instead and is far cheaper as a result, but still claims to have a high degree of accuracy. In other words, there should be something to suit everyone in the Spyra range.

Is any of this necessary? Of course not. But wow, is it fun; none of the other water pistols I've used can even come close to these. Besides making the Super Soakers I had growing up feel like pea-shooters, they also make pretty much everything else on the market right now look silly too. Considering how far things have come in recent years, that's no mean feat.

• See today's best water gun deals at Amazon

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Following a Golden tease at the beginning of the year, we've finally gotten our first look at Lego KPop Demon Hunters - and honestly, it's kinda perfect.

As suggested in the initial reveal, the first Lego KPop Demon Hunters set is Derpy Tiger and Sussie Bird. Rather than being a smaller playset, this is a large, palm-sized model with lots of articulation for posing. Indeed, it reminds me of Lego Eevee (AKA one of the best Lego sets) in terms of size and functionality.

Besides being a pretty spry chap with movable legs, feet, and head, Derpy Tiger also has two expressions - it can be grinning or have its tongue hanging out. It comes with a handful of accessories too, from love notes to a flowerpot that's begging to be knocked over. Oh, and don't forget Sussie Bird too.

So, what's next for Lego KPop Demon Hunters? We've not seen hide nor hair of any other sets yet, but you can bet on them arriving before long. Lego's announcement page for the collab promises that "this is just the beginning," so I think it's safe to say more will follow.

What would you like to see from the range?

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Hey, listen, because I think we're staring down the barrel of our last chance to get the Lego Great Deku Tree at a reasonable price... or at all, for that matter.

This Legend of Zelda model only came out a couple of years ago, but is already marked for retirement by Lego. (In many cases, it's already sold out.) That makes this current offer ahead of 2026's Prime Day Lego deals so eye-catching; the Lego Great Deku Tree is currently £40 less at Amazon, e.g. far better than its average cost. The kit almost has top billing on our list of the best Lego sets, so I don't have any qualms in recommending it if you're a fan of Hyrule. This is arguably the best gaming set out there, if you ask me - and I've built a few of them.

As noted in my five-star Lego Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 review, this model is a visual feast stuffed with references that fans are gonna eat up. Crucially, it's not merely a single model. Just like the name suggests, you can build it two ways; it can be the Ocarina of Time Deku Tree (complete with Skulltula) or the Breath of the Wild version that's overrun with little Koroks.

While both are fantastic, I'd argue that the Breath of the Wild model is better (and I say that as someone who grew up on Ocarina). It's more layered and is richer in Easter eggs from the source material hidden around every corner, with an utterly gorgeous forest diorama at the base including the Master Sword plinth. Thanks to the Deku Tree's pink blossom and lush woodland green everywhere else, it's also one of Lego's prettiest gaming sets. Yes, the Ocarina equivalent is fantastic. But it's gloomier by design, whereas this one really pops off the shelf.

The Lego Great Deku Tree is comparatively good value for money too. OK, I appreciate that it's still very expensive, but it's just as jaw-dropping as kits like Lego Rivendell or Minas Tirith when seen in person - despite being literally half the cost. There's a lot of brick to buck here.

Having made it personally, I'd say that it's surprisingly generous in terms of value as well. Besides the 2-in-1 tree build, there are a couple of 'mini' builds you can display regardless of the version you choose. First up is Young Link's treehouse from Ocarina of Time, complete with Young Link himself, Adult Link, and a host of items you'd collect across that game (including the famed Hylian shield, not to mention the actual Ocarina of Time). Next comes the Master Sword plinth from Breath of the Wild, which is built to sit in front of that tree but could be displayed by itself instead. This is crewed by Breath of the Wild Link and Princess Zelda, who's carrying the Shiekah Slate. In other words? Even when you choose a particular tree, you can still have your cake and eat it too in terms of references to the other game.

Honestly, I'm just shocked it's retiring so soon. Yes, we've got another Zelda kit - the final battle from Ocarina of Time - to replace it, but this kit's excellence coupled with its popularity makes that untimely death a surprise. It certainly earned a place amongst the best Legend of Zelda merch, anyway.

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The best Lego Star Wars sets have dropped out of hyperspace at a fraction of the normal price, and honestly? I wasn't expecting such good discounts when we're still a week or so away from this month's Prime Day Lego deals. Fortunately for anyone hoping to add to or start a collection, Amazon appears to have said "screw it, you may fire when ready" on their Death Star-sized sale cannon. To be precise, kits from a galaxy far, far away are up to 33% off at Amazon right now.

That list includes everything from massive display pieces to smaller playsets. In addition, a few contenders for our list of the best Lego sets (like the midi-scale Lego Millennium Falcon) are included too. However, the thing that really made me sit up and take notice was the inclusion of new, only-just-released models. Sure, we get price cuts on sets like the Clone Wars battle packs all the time. But the new Darth Vader Bust or midi-scale AT-AT? Those are currently sitting on record low prices I hadn't anticipated. Seeing as they've never enjoyed such a massive discount, I doubt they'll drop much further for Prime Day either.

Because there are more than a few Lego Star Wars kits on offer at the moment, I've gone through the list and narrowed it down to my very favorites. That includes larger kits as well as the smaller sets mentioned above, including the Lego UCS AT-ST that earned a glowing four-star review from us, not to mention the five-star Lego Dark Falcon. May the Force be with you!

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