Features – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans

Designing McLaren’s Formula 1 helmets with the LEGO Group

Dave — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:15:13 +0000

Miles Murphy, designer of McLaren helmets, shared insights at Silverstone about his collaboration with the LEGO Group for two special Formula One helmet designs celebrating McLaren's 1,000th race. The project required two years of meticulous design process, balancing safety regulations and sponsor demands, culminating in unique helmets worn by the drivers at Monaco.

LEGO Technic 40894 Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear Steering Wheel – the Blocks review

Dave — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:52:53 +0000

The LEGO Technic set 42232 Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear Megacar, comes with a free bonus set, 40894 Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear Steering Wheel between July 1 and 6. This engaging build features clever engineering, realistic textures, and functional elements. Find out how Blocks, the monthly LEGO magazine, rates the new set in this expert review of the bonus freebie model.

Biggest LEGO Pokémon SMART Play questions, answered

Ryan — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0000

The next wave of LEGO SMART Play sets is coming in August, this time mixed with the beloved world of Pokémon. But what can a SMART Play Pokémon do? And will your Star Wars SMART Bricks work with the new sets? Blocks answers all the burning questions about the new sets.

What can LEGO SMART Play Pokémon do?

Ryan — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000

LEGO Pokémon is getting a huge expansion on August 1 with a dozen sets powered by LEGO SMART Play. But what does that mean for the brick-built pocket monsters? Blocks explores everything you'll be able to do with SMART Play Pokémon.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight — First impressions Blocks review

Ryan — Fri, 22 May 2026 22:40:00 +0000

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is finally available to play. The game promised to deliver a novel experience for LEGO videogames thanks to its overhauled combat system, open world and difficulty slider. Does the game deliver? Blocks shares inital thoghts in this first blush review.

The five best things to do at LEGO House in Billund

Graham — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:07:00 +0000

LEGO House in Billund offers an immersive experience for LEGO enthusiasts of all ages. Key highlights include the creative Build the Change activity, the unique dining at Mini Chef, an insightful LEGO History Collection, the Character Creator area for custom minifigures, and the inspiring Masterpiece Gallery. Don't miss the exclusive LEGO Store and Minifigure Factory before leaving.

Are LEGO Star Wars AT-RTs actually that huge?

Ryan — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0000

LEGO Star Wars AT-RTs are well-known by fans as being comically oversized models, dwarfing their Clone Trooper riders when they should be about the same height. But digging into the history of LEGO Star Wars reveals a surprising truth... and a shocking modern trend.

From comic panels to bricks with LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket

Kat — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:28:00 +0000

Brave reporter Tintin's space adventures, inspired by Hergé's comics, culminated in LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket. The set, crafted with attention to detail, reflects real-world technology and artistic innovation. Design Master Ellen Bowley explains how she crafted the LEGO set with comic books as inspiration. Priced at £139.99, it uses 1,283 pieces and is set for release on April 4.

Imbuing LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket with the spirit of adventure

Kat — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The upcoming LEGO set 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket, inspired by Hergé's iconic adventures, features 1,283 pieces and retails for £139.99. It reflects the enduring popularity of Tintin, who explores mysteries alongside his dog, Snowy, and Captain Haddock. Ellen Bowley and Jordan Scott explain how this set aims to engage new fans while celebrating the legacy of the classic comics.

Preparing for blast off in LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket

Kat — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket set, inspired by Hergé's comic series, features 1,283 pieces and is priced at £139.99, launching on April 4. The design captures the iconic rocket, emphasising a six-sided shape for authenticity. Creator Alexis Dos Santos and LEGO Design Master Ellen Bowley worked on the model at different stages to bring this beloved vehicle to the brick and here they discuss their approach.