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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 Pokémon SMART Play sets announced

Graham — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

The LEGO Group is launching 12 new SMART Play sets within the LEGO Pokémon theme on August 1, aimed at children rather than adult collectors. Each set either features or is compatible with a SMART Brick for interactive play, encouraging creativity and imagination. The sets vary in price and size and integrates action and nurturing play experiences.

Celebrate 20 years of LEGO Batman with a special LEGO magazine

Tom Saunders — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000

Blocks Issue 139 celebrates the 20th anniversary of LEGO Batman with in-depth features, including a behind-the-scenes look at LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and reflections on the theme's evolution. The LEGO magazine for fans, packed with reviews, build inspiration, and nostalgic content, is available worldwide, offering money-saving subscriptions with added benefits.

Gotta build ’em all! LEGO Pokémon takes over Blocks Issue 138

Tom Saunders — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000

Blocks magazine celebrates LEGO Pokémon’s launch and the franchise's 30th anniversary in its Issue 138. The edition features an exclusive interview with Model Designer Peter Carmichael, insights on Pokémon sets, a feature on the creation of LEGO Masters Academy, the origins of Castle Forestmen and more. Special subscription deals, including a free LEGO polybag and a chance to win a Pokémon set, are available for a limited time.

LEGO SMART Play London launch draws in little Star Wars fans

Ryan — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000

On March 1, the LEGO Store at Leicester Square celebrated the launch of LEGO Star Wars SMART Play sets with an event featuring Stormtroopers. Kids, many in costumes, eagerly tested the new sets, which include 'All-In-One' options with a SMART Brick and others with SMART Minifigures.

New LEGO magazine – the SMART Brick takes centre stage in Blocks 137

Tom Saunders — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000

Issue 137 of the LEGO magazine, Blocks, offers an in-depth look at the new SMART Brick and Play system, highlighting its potential and development. Additionally, it features exclusive insights from LEGO designers about the I Love Billund set and includes step-by-step build instructions, reviews, and a prize draw for a LEGO Star Wars X-wing.

How LEGO play tests work – the SMART Brick in action

Graham — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:25:07 +0000

LEGO Senior Interaction Designer Rina Shumylo explains the concept of playtesting and demonstrates how it works in practice. At Bricktastic Manchester 2026, LEGO Senior Interaction Designer Rina Shumylo took the stage to demonstrate how the LEGO Group thoroughly test all……