The four minifigure-scale LEGO Star Wars Republic Gunships

75354 Coruscant Guard Gunship marks the return of the Republic Gunship to the LEGO Star Wars minifigure-scale lineup. To commemorate the occasion, Blocks is taking a look back at Republic Gunship models… The Republic Gunship made its debut in Star…

The ups and downs of LEGO roller coasters

With the release of 31142 Space Roller Coaster, Blocks is taking a look back at every LEGO roller coaster so far. LEGO bricks and roller coasters are conceptually perfect for each other, as the endless creative options of the LEGO

Four LEGO sets that are perfect for summer

Summer means lots of time for fun in the sun and there are plenty of LEGO sets that perfectly capture picturesque summer scenes.             With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time of year for favourite outdoor activities, from…

Can disinfectants be used on LEGO bricks?       

While a brush or other dusting tool is typically enough to clean most LEGO models, sometimes a set is just too dirty for that to do the trick. It may be tempting to break out some disinfectant wipes or sprays…

Where to buy individual LEGO bricks

Whether you need replacement bricks for a set or are building your own creations, sometimes you need to buy LEGO bricks separately from sets. Here are some of the best and easiest to buy individual LEGO bricks online.              …

LEGO themes that deserve a second chance

Remember the amazing LEGO themes that disappeared after just a brief appearance on shelves? Here are some of the short-lived LEGO themes that came and went much faster than they should have. The modern world of LEGO sets is largely…

Brittle Bricks: The LEGO Group’s biggest failure?  

The LEGO Group has had a few failures over the years – Galidor, Znap, Primo – but perhaps the failure that haunts fans's dreams the most are the dreaded brittle brown LEGO bricks... When thinking about the LEGO Group’s greatest…