Yes, Legos are indeed for grown-ups, and yes, purchasing Legos is a far more enjoyable way to spend your cash than handing over rent on the first of the month.
The plastic brick enterprise has fans well catered for this Aug. 1, due to a substantial release of new sets. Whether you’re into Mario Kart, One Piece, Star Wars, Nike, flowers, video games, classic cars, architecture, or Halloween, there’s a set for you among the roughly 25 that have just been launched.
I took the time to sift through them all, along with some other recent arrivals, to highlight the finest selections. Here you’ll discover budget-friendly options and larger investments. Just shy of half the list is priced under $100, perfect for any Lego enthusiasts looking to save a few bucks (true Lego aficionados recognize that under $100 is a total steal).
Below, check out the 14 best new Lego sets as of Aug. 1:
Lego Jack-O’-Lantern Pickup Truck
The farmer minifigure captures the thrill and delight that every Halloween enthusiast knows. Credit: Lego
The right moment to commence the Halloween celebrations is Sept. 1, but as someone who utterly adores Halloween, I’ll make an exception for Aug. 1. This charming Jack-O’-Lantern set (featuring a pumpkin that opens!) perfectly captures the essence for delightful Halloween decor for under $20.
Lego Arcade Machine
The ideal desk ornament. Credit: Lego
What’s the purpose of being a gamer if not to gather charming accessories that express your passion? Sure, you could actually play games, but when your eyes need a respite from the screen, constructing this mini arcade machine might just fit the bill. The 468-piece set unfolds to reveal a mini gaming room for the included minifigure.
Lego Halloween Wreath
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With bats, spiders, pumpkins, and ghosts galore, the only major Halloween staple missing from this wreath is a skeleton (though it includes bones). While this may not be the best choice for the outdoors, Lego’s Halloween Wreath comes with a string for convenient hanging indoors, making it a fantastic option to embrace the haunted season.
Lego ‘Mario Kart’ Piranha Plant Power-Up Pursuit
Switch 2 owners aren’t the only ones enjoying new Mario Kart content. Credit: Lego
Don’t have the budget just yet for the latest Mario Kart game? This set doesn’t require a Switch 2 to have fun, featuring Koopa Troopa, Toadette, the Tanooki Kart and Cat Cruiser, along with a piranha plant you can attach to either vehicle.
Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees
Admire the tranquility of these miniature Lego trees! Credit: Lego
Lego Botanicals aficionados: we did it. We finally received a set of bonsai trees that don’t feature any flowers or leaves made from tiny pink frogs. (No offense to frog enthusiasts, but that can be a bit unsettling for some of us!).
Lego Botanicals Hibiscus
An ideal addition to a Lego Botanical garden. Credit: Lego
If there’s a Lego Botanicals flower set that isn’t stunning, I haven’t encountered it yet, and the Hibiscus set is certainly no exception. The 660-piece life-sized flower set boasts posable petals in a lovely lilac hue, making it a fantastic decorative piece.
Lego ‘One Piece’ Battle at Arlong Park
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The Arlong Park arc of One Piece is deemed by some fans as the true hook — no small accomplishment given that the original anime exceeds 1,000 episodes (and continues to expand). Luffy’s stretching abilities are showcased with arm-lengthening pieces, and tapping the top of the pagoda causes it to burst open, paying homage to the show’s unforgettable battles.
Lego Nike Dunk x Lego
Who would have thought a Lego sneaker could look this fantastic? Credit: Lego
There’s a Lego collaboration for everyone, even for Nike and basketball lovers. This 1,180 piece set has a few surprises (or features up its laces?), including a storage compartment in the sneaker (where you can stash the minifig or extra shoelace colors for future swapping) and the ability to spin the basketball. That’s a slam dunk of an entertaining set.
Lego ‘Star Wars’ Wicket the Ewok
Which is more breathtaking, the Botanicals Hibiscus or Wicket the Ewok? Credit: Lego
Ewoks are undeniably the cutest creatures in the Star Wars universe; debate me on that. While I believe Lego could have created real magic with a life-size Ewok set, this 1,010 piece figure standing about nine inches tall is quite adorable, too. And true to the lore, he comes with a spear and a small snack.
Lego Marvel Spider-Man vs. Oscorp
Showcase some of Spider-Man’s most iconic heroes and villains in