Features – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com The ultimate LEGO magazine for fans. Providing inspiration, techniques and going behind-the-scenes with LEGO experts. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:54:15 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/blocksmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-Blocks-favicon.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Features – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com 32 32 174750775 Biggest LEGO Pokémon SMART Play questions, answered https://blocksmag.com/biggest-lego-pokemon-smart-play-questions-answered/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=biggest-lego-pokemon-smart-play-questions-answered https://blocksmag.com/biggest-lego-pokemon-smart-play-questions-answered/#respond Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=69163 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.

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What can LEGO SMART Play Pokémon do? https://blocksmag.com/what-can-lego-smart-play-pokemon-do/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-can-lego-smart-play-pokemon-do https://blocksmag.com/what-can-lego-smart-play-pokemon-do/#respond Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=69173 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.

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LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight — First impressions Blocks review https://blocksmag.com/lego-batman-legacy-of-the-dark-knight-first-impressions-blocks-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-batman-legacy-of-the-dark-knight-first-impressions-blocks-review https://blocksmag.com/lego-batman-legacy-of-the-dark-knight-first-impressions-blocks-review/#respond Fri, 22 May 2026 22:40:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=68488 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.

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The five best things to do at LEGO House in Billund https://blocksmag.com/the-five-best-things-to-do-at-lego-house-in-billund/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-five-best-things-to-do-at-lego-house-in-billund https://blocksmag.com/the-five-best-things-to-do-at-lego-house-in-billund/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:07:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=65884 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.

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Are LEGO Star Wars AT-RTs actually that huge? https://blocksmag.com/are-lego-star-wars-at-rts-actually-that-huge/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-lego-star-wars-at-rts-actually-that-huge https://blocksmag.com/are-lego-star-wars-at-rts-actually-that-huge/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=64783 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.

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From comic panels to bricks with LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket https://blocksmag.com/from-comic-panels-to-bricks-with-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=from-comic-panels-to-bricks-with-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket https://blocksmag.com/from-comic-panels-to-bricks-with-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/#respond Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:28:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63935 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.

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Imbuing LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket with the spirit of adventure https://blocksmag.com/imbuing-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-with-the-spirit-of-adventure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=imbuing-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-with-the-spirit-of-adventure https://blocksmag.com/imbuing-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket-with-the-spirit-of-adventure/#respond Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63944 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.

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Preparing for blast off in LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket https://blocksmag.com/preparing-for-blast-off-in-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=preparing-for-blast-off-in-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket https://blocksmag.com/preparing-for-blast-off-in-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/#respond Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63931 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.

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Creating a crew for LEGO Ideas 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket https://blocksmag.com/creating-a-crew-for-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=creating-a-crew-for-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket https://blocksmag.com/creating-a-crew-for-lego-ideas-21367-tintin-moon-rocket/#respond Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:10:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63940 The first-ever LEGO Tintin set, 21367 Tintin Moon Rocket, launches on April 4, utilising 1,283 elements and priced at £139.99. Inspired by Hergé's stories, the set includes Tintin, Captain Haddock, Snowy, and detectives Thomson and Thompson, all presented in spacesuits. The Ideas design team reveals how they crafted the LEGO characters for this special Tintin set.

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LEGO SMART Play Star Wars demo with the designers https://blocksmag.com/lego-smart-play-star-wars-demo-with-the-designers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-smart-play-star-wars-demo-with-the-designers https://blocksmag.com/lego-smart-play-star-wars-demo-with-the-designers/#respond Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:41:20 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63581 The LEGO Group has introduced SMART Play and the SMART Brick in new Star Wars sets, enhancing play through interactive features like battles and character actions. Key designers demonstrate the technology, which integrates with models to create engaging experiences. Eight new sets have launched, with three including the SMART Brick, enriching play for children who want to explore the Star Wars galaxy.

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