Lego Super Mario With Nintendo Minute

Lego Super Mario With Nintendo Minute

The hosts of the Nintendo Minute got a close look at the new Lego Super Mario sets. You can watch them show off some of the new video game themed sets, and ultimately assemble a bunch of them into custom courses. The fancy bluetooth Mario figure is on full display, showing all of the different digital features. He blinks, makes sound, plays music, blinks more, and even falls asleep. The video shows off the modular design, and how each set can be combined in different ways. In the end there is a 60 second challenge to collect as many coins as possible. Who will win? How many Goombas will get squished? Watch to find out. As they say “Nintendo Minute is never a minute!”

You can watch the “Lego Super Mario Custom Build + Coin Challenge!” below or over here: https://youtu.be/FO2FyqTp-uc

A Bicycle Automaton — Lego Build

A Bicycle Automaton — Lego Build

A bicycle can offer a feeling of freedom unmatched by almost any other vehicle. If I could ride a bike all day I would. This Lego Bicycle Automaton, created by parsom, offers just that fantasy. The first thing you notice is that the automaton feature is on full display. The design mimics the design of a bike, with a chain and two wheels. By turning the small crank the Minifigure will start riding, with wheels turning and the background changing. Every season is represented, it doesn’t matter if it is sun or snow, nothing will stop a good bike ride. This Lego MOC is up on Lego Ideas, so make sure to vote for it if you want to see something like this released by Lego. There is also a video to check out (below), which shows how everything works.

A Bicycle Automaton — Lego Build, Number 2

You can find Bicycle, Bicycle, BICYCLE on Lego Ideas over here: https://ideas.lego.com/projects/a356b5ed-b841-4b10-905b-7f608a786ce1

This Bicycle Automaton can also be found on YouTube below, or over here: https://youtu.be/3TRukEurKaE

The Lego NES – Nintendo Entertainment System (71374) Announced

The Lego NES - Nintendo Entertainment System (71374)

An official Lego Nintendo Entertainment System has been announced. It follows the recent announcement of the Lego Super Mario Theme. With these new sets, Nintendo fans are reaching new heights of excitement. The Lego NES (71374) is a huge release. It comes with a complete NES, controller, a Super Mario Bros. cartridge, and a retro TV. All together there are 2,646 pieces priced at $229.99. This new set will be available starting August 1st (you can order now), iconthe same day as the Lego Super Mario theme.

The Lego NES - Nintendo Entertainment System (71374) Announced - Box
The Lego NES - Nintendo Entertainment System (71374) Announced - Box Back

Lego and Nintendo went all out on this set. Specifically trying to be as accurate as possible. The nostalgia is one of the main selling points as Lego points out that this set is a way to recapture childhood magic. You can plug in the controller and even load the game cartridge. The Lego NES is mostly in scale, and the size of this set is a lot bigger than first appearances.

The Lego Nintendo Entertainment System (71374) Building Set

One of the coolest features is the 1970s / 1980s style television. It features all the expected fake wood paneling, knobs, and even comes with a stand. A lot of the labels and details are achieved with stickers, which in a way, is accurate to these old TVs.

The Lego NES - Nintendo Entertainment System (71374) Announced

The backside reveals some very interesting build details. According to the label, this is a LO-TECH 1310 Color TV. The old hook ups are all present (coaxial and component), and an antenna can be positioned in whatever direction needed to pick up those Lego signals. On the side is a small hand crank, which leads to one of the most interesting Lego play features ever built.

The Lego NES - Nintendo Entertainment System (71374) - TV Television

The TV displays a Lego version of the first level from Super Mario Bros. The special feature is that with the hand crank you can advance the level all the way to the end. The effect is achieved with a complicated system of Technic pieces and a lot of flat plates. A bunch of neat printed tiles are featured including: Goombas, Koopa shells, a super star, coins, and question blocks. There is even a custom printed Lego Mario tile!

The Lego NES - Nintendo Entertainment System (71374) Announced Level

As the level advances (by turning the crank) Lego Mario will actually run through the level. Running and jumping all the way to the end. You can even combine the bluetooth Mario figure from the Super Mario theme with the TV. The Lego Mario will animate and play all the music and sound effects in time with what is on the TV. A neat feature, achieved with a bunch of brightly colored plates. An evolution of what is found in the Hidden Side theme.

The Lego NES - (71374) Mario

You can find more details and order this Lego Nintendo Entertainment System at the official Lego Website. icon

If you are looking for a lot more video game themed Lego stuff you can find more on EveryDayBricks over here: http://everydaybricks.com/tag/nintendo/

Lego Ultraman Will Save The World

Lego Ultraman Will Save The World

Ultraman is a character from the Ultra Series, a collection of TV shows, films, and video games. One of the first giant monster fighting series from Japan. This Lego Ultraman (ウルトラマン) is created by Moko. The figure has a lot of interesting features, and is a deceptively complicated build. Ultraman has been built in parts, kind of like a bunch of mini builds, and then assembled at the end. This type of design means that each part looks complete, and every angle that you can view of the figure looks good. Ultraman is fully posable, and features a full set of articulation points. The head can move side to side, up and down, and swivel. The torso can turn side to side, while the arms move at the elbow and feature a neat double jointed shoulder. There are also joints in the wrists, fingers, pelvis, knees, and ankles. All of that means that this Ultraman can be displayed any way you can think. Make sure to check out the video below to see how it all works.

Lego Ultraman Will Save The World, Hero Pose

This Lego Ultraman (ウルトラマン), built by Moko can be found over here: http://blog.livedoor.jp/legolego05/archives/53173782.html

There is also a neat video showing how the figure has been built, and how everything works, check it out below or over here: https://youtu.be/UnbSMYVaS_E

Lego Super Mario Theme Has Powered Up With New Info

Lego Super Mario Theme Has Powered Up With New Info, Level Details

Lego has released all the information about their new Super Mario Themeicon. There will be 16 sets and 10 collectable Character Packs. This is a lot of sets, and both Lego and Nintendo seem to be going all out. There are some early impressions and videos below for more info. The new theme will be released on August 1st, and you can preorder all of the sets nowicon.

Lego Super Mario Theme Has Powered Up With New Info, Boss Level Details

All 16 sets have been designed to be connected with each other. The result is that you get to create your own custom Mario level. A sort of real life Super Mario Maker. There are friendly good guys, evil boss battles, and all sorts of play features represented. On top of all that Mario can even collect a bunch of power-ups. Collecting all the sets will certainly be a challenge (you will need about $600), but the end result is impressive.

Lego Super Mario Theme Has Powered Up With New Info, Character Packs 71361

Fans of Nintendo and Mario might not want to jump all in with the bluetooth enabled Mario sets. In which case, a collection of 10 collectable blind-bag sets are available. This mini theme looks great on its own. Each featuring one of the famous baddies from the Mario Universe. There is a Fuzzy, Bom-omb, Spiny, Blooper, Eep Cheep, Urchin, Bullet Bill, Buzzy Beetle, Peepa, and a Paragoomba. You can preorder these on Lego. icon

Lego Super Mario Theme Toad's Treasure Hunt 71368

A few of the newly revealed sets include Toad’s Treasure Hunt Expansion (71368). A neat little set that features Toad, Toadette, two Cheep Cheeps, and a Goomba. This village has a neat play feature in that there are three hidden blocks that Mario must discover and jump on in a certain order to win coins.

Lego Super Mario Theme Mario's House and Yoshi 71367

Another new set is Mario’s House and Yoshi Expansion (71367). A cozy house that almost looks like it is straight out of Animal Crossing. A Super Star is hiding somewhere inside. The main feature is the hammock, in which Mario can lay down in and fall asleep. Plus, Yoshi and a Goomba are hanging around too.

Lego Super Mario Theme Guarded Fortress 71362

Then there is the iconic Guarded Fortress Expansion (71362). The classic small castle at the end of every level. There is even a flag pole outside that Mario can slide down (and any other character with hands). A Koopa Troopa, Piranha Plant, and Bob-omb are blocking the way. A hidden Pow Block might just be the right tool to use here. No sign of a princess so she must be in another castle.

Lego Super Mario Theme Building App

The whole theme includes:

  1. Adventures with Mario Starter Course (71360) — $59.99
  2. 10 Different Character Packs (71361) — $4.99
  3. Guarded Fortress Expansion (71362) — $49.99
  4. Desert Pokey Expansion (71363) — $19.99
  5. Whomp’s Lava Trouble Expansion (71364) — $19.99
  6. Piranha Plant Power Slide Expansion (71365) — $29.99
  7. Boomer Bill Barrage Expansion (71366) — $29.99
  8. Mario’s House and Yoshi Expansion (71367) — $29.99
  9. Toad’s Treasure Hunt Expansion (71368) — $69.99
  10. Bowser’s Castle Boss Battle Expansion (71369) — $99.99
  11. Fire Mario Power-Up (71370) — $9.99
  12. Propeller Mario Power-Up (71371) — $9.99
  13. Cat Mario Power-Up (71372) — $9.99
  14. Builder Mario Power-Up (71373) — $9.99
  15. Thwomp Drop Expansion (71376) — $39.99
  16. King Boo and the Haunted Yard Expansion (71377) — $49.99
  17. Super Mushroom Surprise Expansion (30385) — Freebie

Lego Super Mario First Impressions and Videos!

If you are looking for a lot more information, GoNintendo got two weeks of early access and has a lot of impressions. — https://www.gonintendo.com/stories/363164-gonintendo-feature-two-weeks-of-hands-on-time-with-lego-super-ma

You can see the official trailer and full reveal below, or over here: https://youtu.be/XTgtDuEUhdY

The Nintendo Minute has a full unboxing of the new sets which you can see below, or over here: https://youtu.be/nwecXC9AEU8

Popping Balloons In Lego Animal Crossing

Popping Balloons In Lego Animal Crossing

In Animal Crossing someone keeps sending balloons to your island. These unexpected gifts announce their arrival with a subtle swooshing sound. Once you track one down it is a mad rush to get out a sling shot. Only when popped will the balloons drop their glorious loot. Maybe it is a few pieces of clay, some iron, a random piece of furniture, or maybe it is 10,000 bells! This Animal Crossing Balloon Lego build is created by bekonen7. The micro scale island is a great creation all on its own. The mini version of Nooks Cranny is instantly recognizable to anyone who has sunk a few hours into the video game. It even has the dropbox and chalkboard with todays hot item. The stone bridge and waterfall are also perfectly simple. The fun thing about this Lego scene is that the balloon is hooked up to power functions and it mimics the swaying motion from the game. The technic pieces and gears are surprisingly complicated for something that looks simple. It really makes you want to get out there and start popping balloons!

You can find more about this Lego Animal Crossing Balloon scene over here: https://twitter.com/bekonen7/status/1266692681876402179

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If you are looking for more Animal Crossing Lego stuff check out this link on EveryDayBricks: http://everydaybricks.com/tag/animal-crossing/

Watch How Collectable Lego Minifigures Are Made!

Watch How Collectable Lego Minifigures Are Made!

Lego has had many years to perfect how to make Lego pieces. They recently posted a surprisingly detailed video of how a Minifigure is made. Things need to be sorted, printed, assembled, sorted again, and packaged. You can imagine that a lot of machinery needs to be involved. The amount of care, and cleanliness involved is great to see. It looks like you would have a hard time even finding dust in the building. In just one hour Lego can produce 23,000 printed heads, 8,000 finished bodies, and 14,400 legs. That is a lot of Minifigures. So if you have ever wondered how Lego Minifigures are made make sure to check out the video!

You can watch the video “How are Lego Minifigures Made? | Lego Factory Behind The Scenes” below or over here: https://youtu.be/ChZotngQ3_8

Lego Makes Food For You In This Tapas Factory

Lego Makes Food For You In This Tapas Factory

You can make anything out of Lego bricks, even a Tapas Factory! The Brick Wall has designed an assembly line with Technic pieces. Everything is Lego, other than the food, a few BuWizz bricks, and the saw blades. A vehicle starts out transporting some delicious bread to the assembly line. Where it goes on a journey that results in it being sliced into eight pieces. From there a conveyor belt carries the bread to the toppings, which are carefully placed on each slice. Afterwards a vehicle picks up four finished Tapas and brings them over to you. There is even a place for a drink on the transport. The whole system uses 19 Power Functions motors, and took over four weeks to build.

In the video you can see the Lego factory assemble cheese/prosciutto, apple/salmon, cucumber/red pepper, and cheese/sausage. Each piece is then carefully topped with a cherry tomato and mozzarella cheese. Having Lego assemble your dinner is a pleasing idea, the only catch is that it is unbelievable slow.

You can watch this Lego Tapas Factory below, or over here: https://youtu.be/g2kBFFHpecY

A Life-Size Lego Homer Simpson Bust

Homer Simpson Lego Bust

In The Simpsons the show started with the focus on Bart, but over time Homer Simpson won the hearts of viewers and writers. What better way to celebrate this iconic character than this Lego Homer Simpson Bust built by Julius von Brunk. This Homer is life-size, which mean this model is a lot bigger than you would expect. The model proved to be more difficult than expected, especially the curved shape of the head. This Lego Homer has all the expected hair, which along the sides is made out of angled Lego horns, and the two strands on top are made out of slopes. The ears in particular turned out well and give the final model a lot of personality. A good example of how a Lego build will change over time is that the original model had a different eye design that even had eyelids. But, at the last minute they were redesigned with the more classic wide-eyed look. D’oh!

You can find more information about this Lego Homer Simpson Bust over here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/baronvonbrunk/49728932702/

Also, make sure to see the design video with thoughts and a walkthrough of the build. It can be found below or over here: https://youtu.be/c4xX_UNttlg

More Lego Simpsons creations can be found on EveryDayBricks over here: http://everydaybricks.com/tag/simpsons/

Super Mario Lego Gets Some Power Ups!

Super Mario Lego Gets Some Power Ups!

Lego revealed some new details about their upcoming Super Mario theme. The bluetooth enabled Mario figure will be getting a variety of Power-Up Packs. These represent a small selection of the various suits that Mario has worn through the years. There is the original power up, the Fire Suit from Super Mario Bros (1985). A bit more recent is the Propeller Suit form the New Super Mario Bros (2009). The Cat Suit from Super Mario 3D World (2013). And the most recent, the Builder Suit which first appeared in Super Mario Maker (2015). Each one of these power ups give the Lego Mario some new powers. For instance the Cat Suit lets Mario earn coins by climbing up walls. It also seems that these packs also include unique sounds and animations. If this theme takes off the next round of Power-Ups should be interesting. Something from Super Mario Odyssey perhaps? Lego has a release date set for August 1st for these, so get saving now!

You can watch and learn more about these Power Ups and the Mario Suits below or over here: https://youtu.be/poS9QqFSTuo