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How LEGO sets are scored in Blocks magazine

With every LEGO set in Blocks, the LEGO magazine for fans, getting a score out of 100, we explain what goes into determining that overall number. Here at Blocks, the LEGO magazine for fans, it won’t surprise you that we…

Blocks subscribers get their LEGO magazine fix early every month

Did you know that as well as getting entered into free prize draws and saving money, subscribers to Blocks get their LEGO magazine early each month? Subscribers to Blocks get a few benefits and one of them is getting the…

LEGO audio and braille instructions – an inspiring story

If you knew someone who has a visision impairment and couldn't access LEGO sets, what can you do? For Matthew Shifrin's friend Lilya, the answer was to make him accessible braille instructions. And now, the LEGO Group has taken the…

LEGO Star Wars 75308 R2-D2 announced

There’s a brand new LEGO Star Wars set on the way for May the Fourth, with 75308 R2-D2 offering a detailed model of the beloved astromech droid. For the first time in nine years, the LEGO Star Wars team is…

How to get the LEGO Microgame Castle and Space packs

There LEGO Castle and Space packs for the Microgame – and we've spoken to the LEGO and Unity team to find out how fans can unlock them. Have you tried out the LEGO Microgame yet? It’s a tool that allows…

Luigi joins LEGO Super Mario with new interactive figure

The wait is almost over, with Luigi confirmed for LEGO Super Mario in the upcoming 71387 Adventures with Luigi Starter Course set. The LEGO Group has announced a new LEGO Super Mario set, 71387 Adventures with Luigi Starter Course –…

LEGO sets for adults: what you need to know

LEGO has always been a toy for all ages, but recently the LEGO Group have been pushing their way into the adult market. Rather than designing a set meant for youngsters that adults may also enjoy, these sets are specifically…

New LEGO Harry Potter sets unveiled – giant minifigures, Hogsmeade, Wizard’s Chess

It’s time to start getting hyped for the next wave of LEGO Harry Potter sets, as a new selection has been revealed by the LEGO Group with special gold minifigures marking 20 years since the product theme launched. The first…

Blocks magazine Issue 78: LEGO games, pianos, UFO and more

Blocks magazine is back with Issue 78, containing 116 pages of exclusive interviews, LEGO building tips and in-depth reviews. We’re donning our retro shades and dancing to the tune of the brand new LEGO VIDIYO theme, but that isn’t all…

The Batman animated TV show: Underrated and forgotten, except in LEGO sets

While The Batman may not be as beloved as other animated shows about the Dark Knight, the LEGO Group has been inspired the underrated but excellent series The Batman is an animated TV show that ran from 2004 – 2008…