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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.

You can design the next LEGO Pokémon set

Ryan — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000

The latest LEGO Ideas challenge is a huge one: The Pokémon Trading Card Game Challenge: Build Your Card! is giving fans a chance to design the next LEGO Pokémon set. Builds will be themed around custom full art cards, letting builders' creativity run wild as they battle for the chance to see their model on shelves.

LEGO Pokémon 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection – the Blocks review

Anthony — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000

The LEGO Pokémon set 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection, available for free with the purchase of 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise, features eight brick-built badges from the original games. While the construction has some repetitive elements and challenges with stickers, the overall display is appealing, aimed at long-term fans eager to build their collection.

LEGO Pokémon 40911 Mini Pokémon Center – the Blocks review

Anthony — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:55:00 +0000

The LEGO Pokémon collection includes three primary sets, complemented by the exclusive 40911 Mini Pokémon Center available for 2,500 Insiders points from February 27. Featuring a detailed design reminiscent of Pokémon Centres, it comprises 233 pieces. This compact model showcases significant features creatively, despite its reliance on stickers for some details.

Six ways we want to see the LEGO SMART Brick revolutionise play

Ryan — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:47:53 +0000

The LEGO SMART Brick is already changing the way people think about LEGO Play, but how can it go beyond the initial reveal of lights and sounds and truly revolutionise play? Blocks lists six hopes for the future of LEGO SMART Play.

Two free LEGO Pokémon sets when you buy the big ones

Graham — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:01:00 +0000

LEGO has announced new two Pokémon sets, 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection and 40911 Mini Pokémon Center. They are free for fans buying the new 72151 Eevee, 72152 Pikachu and Poké Ball, and 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise. Customers can earn Insider points to get 40911 and get 40892 free with 72153.

LEGO Pokémon sets revealed for February release

Graham — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000

The LEGO Group has unveiled its first five Pokémon sets, featuring detailed models for adults, due for release on 27 February. The sets include Eevee, Pikachu with a Poké Ball, and a combination of Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. Fans can also receive two free bonus sets. The theme is starting with an 18+, display model focus.

A message from Blocks magazine to our readers – 2025

Graham — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:21:33 +0000

Blocks magazine Editor Graham E. Hancock reflects on the LEGO magazine's achievements during 2025, highlighting the release of 12 monthly issues and a new special magazine, Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets Volume III. He expresses gratitude to readers and emphasises the blended approach of print and digital content. He promises that exciting new developments await LEGO enthusiasts in 2026.