Blocks, the monthly magazine for LEGO fans, Issue 139 is a celebratory issue marking 20 years of LEGO Batman. It includes an exclusive behind-the-bricks look at the development of LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, designer insights into the evolution of LEGO Batcaves through two decades and a look back at the classic Batman games.
There’s much more than the Caped Crusader within the 116 pages of the magazine – AFOLs can also read about the first international LEGO factories, be inspired by Jack Carleson’s incredible massive aeroplane builds, get a hot take on Super Mario minifigures and much, much more.
Inside LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
Things have come a long way since 2008’s LEGO Batman: The Videogame… the latest epic from TT Games, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, promises to deliver an Arkham City style open world experience with a story mode that captures moments from all of the different takes on the Dark Knight’s story.
Head of Models Charles McNair lifts the lid on how models are developed for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, how LEGO elements are presented and what it takes to give the minifigures awesome Batmobiles to ride around in. All illustrated by previously unseen development material.
LEGO Batman – the ultimate 20th anniversary celebration
That’s not all though – Blocks is looking back at how LEGO Batman has evolved since the character first joined the brick world 20 years ago.
- Model Designer Bjarke Lykke Madsen looks back at his five LEGO Batcaves – from the very first one in 2006 – to reflect on how they have developed through the years, how he came up with new approaches for each one.
- Blocks counts down the top 10 LEGO Batmobiles, from remote-controlled beasts to sleek replicas of the Batman 1989 version.
- 76330 Batman Logo celebrates 20 years of Bats in the brick – and Model Designer Petra Persson reveals how she crafted it.
- Look back at the LEGO Batman games that paved the way for Legacy of the Dark Knight.
This edition is the ultimate anniversary celebration of LEGO Batman, marking a true milestone for the iconic character in minifigure form.
Taking LEGO factories international
Many years ago, all LEGO bricks were manufactured in Denmark – but in the 1970s, the LEGO Group first tried international expansion. Factories opened in Switzerland, Brazil, the USA and South Korea as the company expanded around the world. Read all about this unique period in LEGO history, featuring images from the archives.,
Massive – and we mean massive – aeroplanes
Made from thousands upon thousands of elements, Jack Carleson’s aeroplanes are a sight to behold. He reveals his creative process and shares some of his best techniques in this special build spotlight.
The good old days
Enjoy a nostalgic look back at some classic LEGO moments. Back in 1979, Scala arrived to ogger buildable jewellery, decades before DOTs. In 1995, the skeleton was introduced, Primo troubled babies and Aquazone debuted. In 2000, you could buy a LEGOLAND game for the PC and build your own theme park.
Quick LEGO builds
There are mini builds to put together with the bricks you have at home – or if you prefer to do them exactly right, you can use the parts list to order the relevant elements.
- Petra Persson from Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu
- 11376 Ford Model T
- 6493 Flying Time Vessel from Time Cruisers
LEGO set reviews
Honest, critical reviews of the latest LEGO sets from experts builders, including:
- NINJAGO 71861 The Old Town
- 31220 Claude Monet – Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies
- Speed Champions 77259 Audi Revolut F1 Team R26 Race Car
- Speed Champions 77258 F1 ACADEMY LEGO Race Car
- Harry Potter 76467 Luna Lovegood’s House
- Botanicals 11506 Rocking Plants
- Star Wars SMART Play sets
Plus
- The LEGO Group vs Montini
- Hot take on Super Mario minifigures
- Shapes with bricks
- And loads more across 116 premium pages
Product details
Format: Print magazine
Pages: 116
Publisher: Blocks
Issue number: 139
Availability: Worldwide
This issue is perfect for:
- Fans of Batman who want a deep dive into 20 years of LEGO Dark Knight history
- Readers excited about LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and how it’s brought to life by TT Games
- AFOLs who enjoy behind-the-scenes insights from designers at the LEGO Group
- Builders looking for inspiration from massive custom creations and creative techniques
- LEGO fans who love a mix of nostalgia, history, reviews and hands-on building ideas
- LEGO fans who are bored of watching other people play with bricks online and want more thorough coverage
Available now
- Blocks, the monthly LEGO magazine, Issue 139 is also available as part of a money-saving subscription.
- Subscribe for one year in print during the promotional period and receive a FREE LEGO polybag set – 30710 Skid-Steer Loader.*
- Take out a two-year print subscription and ALSO get a FREE Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets special edition magazine.*
- Subscribers also get their magazine delivered ahead of the shops and are automatically entered into exclusive prize draws every month.
*Promotion ends April 27, 11.59pm UK time.
Win LEGO Batman sets
- Blocks is giving away LEGO 76330 Batman Logo and 76331 Batman v Superman Batmobile to one lucky subscriber.
- To enter, take out a Blocks subscription before 11.59pm UK time on June 4, 2026.
- Existing subscribers are automatically entered.
