Well, that didn’t take long. After yesterday’s tantalizing tweet, Lego officially unveiled its brick-based replica of the iconic Nintendo Entertainment System (which happens to be 37 years old tomorrow). As expected, the ‘console’ doesn’t actually play any games. However, there is a TV to build, with a small 8-bit Mario figure and a crank that slowly moves the level in the background. The kit also comes with a special ‘Action Brick’ that can be scanned by the Lego Mario that comes with the next Starter Course Starter Set. Once activated, the portly plumber will react to enemies, obstacles, and powers that slide across the screen.
Of course, any NES would not be complete without a rectangular driver and cartridge. You can even open the front and “load” your favorite game. (It won’t actually do anything, it’s just a good storage option.) The gigantic building, which includes more than 2,600 bricks, will be available to buy at retail stores and the Lego website starting August 1 for $ 229.99.
