Where to buy Lego Pokemon, including those cool Kanto gym badges

Lego Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise against a woodland background — (Image credit: Lego)

Release day is finally upon us, so where can you buy the Lego Pokemon sets now that they've officially launched in honor of the Pokemon 30th Anniversary? Seeing as these kits are setting social media aflame more effectively than Charizard using 'Fire Spin' on a poor Bulbasaur, it's a good question - particularly because the more popular ones have gone on backorder.

For the time being, these highly-anticipated models are only available from one place: the official Lego store. As with so many of the best Lego sets, these models are an exclusive... for now. Seeing as most kits like this eventually make their way to Amazon, I suspect you'll be able to buy Lego Pokemon there within a few months. That's certainly what happened with the Lego Deku Tree, anyway. For now, though? Head straight to the source. Just bear in mind that the Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise model is on backorder right now - it's been so popular that new stock won't be shipped until mid-March. If you want it, I'd recommend diving in now to avoid having to wait any longer.

Pikachu and Poke Ball | $199.99 at Lego
The flagship of the Lego Pokemon range would have to be the franchise's mascot. Although this one comes on a stand (made to look as though Pikachu is emerging from a Poke Ball for battle), it can be removed and posed separately if you prefer. As with Eevee, it's a Lego exclusive for the time being but could appear elsewhere within a few months. That's certainly what's happened to other premium sets in the past, anyway. Want to know if it's worth your while? Don't miss our Lego Pikachu and Poke Ball review.

UK price: £179.99 at Lego

Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise | $649.99 at Lego
The biggest and most ambitious of the Pokemon Lego sets is also hitting shelves this February, but at the time of writing you can only get it direct from Lego. If you're quick, you can also pick up a free gift with purchase - the Kanto Region Badge Collection, which is a neat display piece to go alongside this one. Just bear in mind that this model has been so popular that Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise are on backorder; they won't be shipped until March 11 at the earliest.

UK price: £579.99 at Lego

Just make sure that you're quick if you want to secure any of the above. I suspect they'll be very popular, and as I've already mentioned, the starter evolutions box is already on backorder. Others might follow, so I'd strike now to avoid disappointment.

In addition, you'll be able to get a very cool free gift (the Kanto Region Badge Collection) with the Charizard, Venusaur, and Blastoise kit while stocks last. Considering how much positive buzz there is surrounding that one, and the fact that it's on backorder already, I doubt those stocks are gonna last long.

Lego Pokemon FAQ

Lego Pikachu and Poke Ball set against a white background — (Image credit: Future/Joel Franey)

How many Lego Pokemon sets are there?

At the time of writing, there are technically four different Lego Pokemon kits - Eevee, Pikachu, the three starter evolutions (Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise), and the Kanto badge collection. However, you can only get the latter if you buy the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise model while stocks last.

Will there be any more Lego Pokemon sets?

Although we don't have any word about what comes next, I'd be willing to bet my finest shiny Pokemon that this is just the beginning. Pokemon is a hyper-popular franchise and the Lego tie-ins have caused such buzz that I sincerely doubt Lego will let it lie for long. I suspect more kits will be announced before the year is out, even if they don't arrive for a while.

Is Mega Pokemon better than Lego Pokemon?

There are already many Mega kits based on Pokemon lining shelves, so are they better than the new Lego range? As someone whose job is all about reviewing and reporting on toys, I think it depends on what you want. The Lego versions are more elaborate, 18+ for-display centerpieces that trade on nostalgia. Meanwhile, the Mega sets tend to be more straightforward toys for a younger audience. If you're buying for kids, the Mega kits are a great option as a result. If you want a showstopping ornament for your shelf or desk, though, Lego wins.

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