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LEGO SMART Play Only Launching in Six Markets Worldwide

Pre-orders for the LEGO SMART Play Star Wars sets went live yesterday but if you were in certain countries, you aren’t able to place your orders. After the CES 2026 event, we’ve gotten some more information about the LEGO SMART Play system and it was revealed that the sets will only be available on March 1 for six launch markets: United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Poland, and Australia. This wasn’t mentioned during CES or at any presentations afterward so that’s very baffling. The following details are LEGO’s statement on why there are only six countries for the launch:

The first LEGO SMART Play sets will be on shelf from 1st March 2026 in our six launch markets: US, UK, France, Germany, Poland and Australia.

It wasn’t launched globally, as LEGO® SMART Play is a major transformative company-wide initiative that spans our entire value chain, from R&D to manufacturing and retail. Owing to the complexities of launching this innovative new platform we’ve phased launch to ensure the best customer experience we can.

While we can’t share more information right now on further market availability, our teams are working really hard to get LEGO SMART Play to fans and builders across the world. Please stay tuned and we’ll share more information as soon as we can.

Note that the countries don’t include LEGO’s home, Denmark, which is more puzzling about a new play system that fans aren’t too keen on already at first look. Of course there’s many other factors that we don’t know about for … Continue

LEGO Icons Blacktron Renegade (10355) Amazon Deal – January 2026

If you’re still looking for a deal on the LEGO Icons Blacktron Renegade (10355), Amazon currently has it on sale for 32% off. The set is now listed for $68. Although it’s not at its best sale, it’s still a decent price for a set that LEGO has still listed as retiring soon.

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LEGO Ideas January 10 Update

A new day and we have a small LEGO Ideas First 2026 Review Stage update as a few projects in the past few days have reached the 10,000 supporter goal. One surprise here is that a board game was able to hit the goal in about a day or so after it was posted so there was a lot of traction from somewhere.


Taylor Swift: The Folklore Cottage (Taylor’s Version) – GHOSTFAACE93


The 5th Element – Korben Dallas Taxi – MarinBrickDesign


Majisto Board Game – Juanjobricks

Enter for Chance to Win 10,000 LEGO Insiders Points

LEGO has started a new promotion on the Rewards Center where you have a chance to win 10,000 LEGO Insiders Points. It costs you absolutely no points to enter but you could walk away with 10k more points. The promotion will run until February 6. The usual restrictions apply.

What would you do with 10,000 loyalty points? This is your chance to boost your points balance, so you’ve got more to go towards rewards, gifts and other LEGO® goodies. We’re giving away 10,000 points to 10 lucky winners. Free to enter. 1 entry per member. Valid from 8th January – 6th February 2026. No purchase necessary. Terms and conditions apply.*

Please see full terms and conditions for details and eligibility requirements. Sweepstake closes on 02/06/26 Eligible countries: Austria, Canada (excluding Quebec), Denmark, Estonia, France (excluding French Overseas Departments or Territories, and the Principality of Monaco), Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Republic of Ireland, Slovakia, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States.

LEGO Ninjago Visual Dictionary Updated Edition First Look

Amazon Germany has revealed the new LEGO Ninjago Visual Dictionary Updated Edition which will be available on October 1, 2026. The book features an updated version of the previous book from 2019. Like with a majority of the LEGO DK books, there will be an exclusive minifigure included but it is a mystery for now. Judging from clues of the cover, it could be Jay as he is the focal point. As of this post, the product listing for the US side is not live yet but we’ll update when they do.

Celebrate 15 years of LEGO NINJAGO with the Ninja heroes and their fearsome foes. Meet mighty dragons, explore iconic locations, and see every detail of the most awesome vehicles and mechs.

Plus get an inside look at the creation of LEGO NINJAGO, as you meet the LEGO NINJAGO team and uncover exclusive behind-the-scenes facts.

LEGO SMART Play Star Wars Sets Pre-Orders on LEGO Shop

The new LEGO SMART Play Star Wars sets are now available for pre-order on the LEGO Shop. The SMART Play system was first announced a few days ago at CES 2026 with mixed reactions. Some fans thought it was innovative while others didn’t want the technology at all. If you want to give the sets a fair shake, they do qualify for the LEGO Year of the Horse set with purchases of $70. The LEGO SMART Play Star Wars sets will be available on March 1 with more coming later on this year.


SMART Play: Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter (75241) – 473 pieces/$69.99

Introduce kids to the LEGO® Star Wars™ galaxy that plays back with this interactive building toy, featuring Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter (75421). Part of a range of sets powered by the LEGO SMART Play™ system, this All-In-One Set includes all SMART Play components – a SMART Brick and charger, a LEGO SMART minifigure and a SMART Tag – enabling responsive play, dynamic lights, sounds and more. Hear roaring engines as the TIE Fighter is launched and swooshed in different directions. Bring SMART Darth Vader to life. Dodge incoming fire from the Rebel outpost. Pull the trigger to activate laser-shooting sounds. Refuel and repair the iconic Star Wars vehicle at the Imperial fuel station. Help children get started, troubleshoot, control sound levels and download updates for enhanced SMART Play action with the LEGO SMART Assist App. A top Star Wars gift for boys and girls ages 8 plus, this set contains 473 pieces.


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