LEGO's creative partnership with Nintendo has yielded some truly remarkable sets over the years. Initially, in 2020, LEGO strategically divided its offerings: Super Mario playsets, blending digital and physical gameplay for children, and nostalgic replica sets for adults. However, this line has blurred, with newer sets showcasing increased complexity for kids and a more whimsical aesthetic for adults—a perfect reflection of Nintendo's family-friendly appeal.
Adventures with Interactive LEGO Mario
Mario Kart – Standard Kart
The Bowser Express Train
LEGO Piranha Plant
Sonic the Hedgehog Green Hill Zone LEGO Set
LEGO Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie's House
Fly With Dodo Airlines
LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi
LEGO Great Deku Tree Set
Mighty Bowser
LEGO/Nintendo's collaboration has expanded beyond Super Mario, encompassing Sonic the Hedgehog, Animal Crossing, and now, Zelda. Below are some of the best LEGO Nintendo sets available in 2025.
Adventures with Interactive LEGO Mario
Adventures with Interactive LEGO Mario
Set: #71439
Age Range: 6+
Piece Count: 218
Dimensions: 1.5 inches high, 4 inches wide, 3 inches deep
Price: $49.99 at Target
This starter set includes the essential LED Mario figure, a starting pipe, Yoshi, a flagpole, and Bowser Jr. in his Clown Car. It's the foundation for building your own Super Mario courses, using Mario to scan barcodes for interactive audio and coin collection via a synced app.
Mario Kart – Standard Kart
Mario Kart – Standard Kart
Set: #72032
Age Range: 7+
Piece Count: 174
Dimensions: 1.5 inches high, 5.5 inches long, 3 inches wide
Price: $19.99 at Amazon
Compatible with the interactive Mario figure, this budget-friendly set features a classic kart, glider, Toad, and launching mechanisms for shells. Perfect for building race courses.
The Bowser Express Train
The Bowser Express Train
Set: #71437
Age Range: 9+
Piece Count: 1392
Dimensions: 8.5 inches high, 26.5 inches long, 4.5 inches wide
Price: $119.99 at Amazon
A whimsical train featuring a massive Bowser head and six villainous minifigures.
LEGO Piranha Plant
LEGO Piranha Plant
Set: #71426
Age Range: 18+
Piece Count: 540
Dimensions: 9 inches high, 4.5 inches wide, 6.5 inches deep
Price: $47.95 at Amazon ($59.99, 20% off)
A charming and surprisingly affordable Piranha Plant build.
Sonic the Hedgehog – Green Hill Zone
LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog Green Hill Zone LEGO Set
Set: #21331
Age Range: 18+
Piece Count: 1125
Dimensions: 7 inches high, 14 inches wide and 2.5 inches deep
Price: $79.99 at Amazon
A delightful diorama of Green Hill Zone 1, ideal for adult beginner builders.
Nook's Cranny & Rosie's House
LEGO Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie's House
Set: #77050
Age Range: 7+
Piece Count: 535
Dimensions: 6 inches high, 15 inches wide, 5.5 inches deep
Price: $59.95 at Amazon ($74.99, 20% off)
Features Tom Nook's shop and Rosie's cottage.
Fly With Dodo Airlines
Fly With Dodo Airlines
Set: #77051
Age Range: 7+
Piece Count: 292
Dimensions: 5 inches high, 10.5 inches wide, 3.5 inches deep
Price: $37.99 at Amazon
Includes a seaplane, dock, and Wilbur and Tangy minifigures.
Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi
LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi
Set: #71438
Age Range: 18+
Piece Count: 1215
Dimensions: 15.5 inches high, 10 inches wide, 4 inches deep
Price: $129.99 at Amazon
A nostalgic build with moving parts.
Great Deku Tree
LEGO Great Deku Tree Set
Set: #77092
Age Range: 18+
Piece Count: 2500
Dimensions: 13 inches tall
Price: $299.99 at LEGO Store
A 2-in-1 build offering both *Ocarina of Time* and *Breath of the Wild* styles.
The Mighty Bowser
LEGO Super Mario The Might Bowser
Set: #71411
Age Range: 18+
Piece Count: 2807
Dimensions: 12.5 inches high, 16 inches wide, 11 inches deep
Price: $269.99 at Amazon
A large, impressive Bowser build with a fire-breathing mechanism.
As of January 2025: 34 LEGO Super Mario, 18 LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog, 10 LEGO Animal Crossing, and 1 LEGO The Legend of Zelda sets are available.
The Mighty Bowser signifies a shift in LEGO Nintendo's approach, blurring the lines between children's and adult sets, focusing on the building experience and display value.
The current LEGO Super Mario sets prioritize substantial builds and detailed designs. The focus is shifting from gameplay to the inherent joy of building and displaying these impressive creations.
The success of the LEGO Nintendo sets highlights the enduring appeal of the classic LEGO brick, emphasizing the building experience over gimmicks.
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