LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight leads Blocks’ coverage of the 20th anniversary of LEGO Batman in a packed magazine for fans.
Two decades ago, Batman first arrived in LEGO form, bringing Gotham’s Dark Knight into the brick-built world. Now, Blocks Issue 139 marks that milestone with a packed anniversary edition that dives deep into the Caped Crusader’s LEGO legacy – alongside a huge range of features for fans of all themes.
How to get your copy
Blocks Issue 139 is available worldwide as a single issue or as part of a subscription. Subscriptions offer the best value, with discounts on the cover price, access to the digital archive of back issues and the chance to win prizes each month.
If you take out a 12 month print magazine subscription before Monday, April 27 you’ll get a FREE mini Technic set – and if you go for a 24 month print subscription, you’ll also get a FREE Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets. These deals apply if you’re renewing a subscription too.
Inside LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
The headline feature in this month’s LEGO magazine takes readers behind the scenes of LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, the latest title from TT Games. Head of Models Charles McNair reveals how the team creates authentic digital LEGO models, from intricate brick detailing to translating the LEGO design language into a fully realised Gotham City. The feature is illustrated with never-before-seen development material, offering a rare look at how the game comes together.
A 20-year LEGO Batman retrospective
Blocks continues the celebration by exploring how LEGO Batman has evolved since 2006. Designer Bjarke Lykke Madsen reflects on creating five different Batcaves across two decades, sharing insight into how the aesthetics and goals have changed over time. Elsewhere, Petra Persson discusses crafting the anniversary set 76330 Batman Logo and there’s a look back at the LEGO Batman video games that have driven so much interest in the theme.
Beyond Gotham: history, builds and inspiration
There’s much more inside this 116-page issue. Discover how the LEGO Group expanded beyond Denmark in the 1970s with factories opening around the world and explore a fascinating clash with rival company Montini. For those seeking build inspiration, Jack Carleson showcases his enormous LEGO aeroplanes, sharing techniques that can be applied to your own creations.
The issue also includes nostalgic looks back at classic LEGO moments, alongside Quick Builds such as a Ford Model T and a mini Anzellan Starship from Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu.
Reviews, features and more
As always, Blocks delivers honest reviews of the latest LEGO sets, plus opinion pieces, retro features and deep dives you won’t find anywhere else. Each issue is designed to give AFOLs a mix of inspiration, insight and entertainment across the LEGO hobby.
With 116 premium pages of exclusive content, this is the ultimate LEGO Batman anniversary edition – and a must-read for fans of the Dark Knight and beyond.