Is LEGO Ideas 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine all about the characters?

LEGO Ideas 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine comes packed with 16 minifigures celebrating classic LEGO themes like Castle, Paradisa and Fabuland. But does the very nature of the vending machine make the inclusion of such desirable characters worth it? And does displaying the minifigures risk turning the Minifigure Vending Machine into a dust collector?

LEGO Ideas 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine final design unveiled

LEGO Ideas has revealed its latest set, 21358 Minifigure Vending Machine. The set has 16 minifigures, many of which reference fan-favourite LEGO themes with new colours for Classic Space astronauts, new factions for LEGO Castle and easter eggs abound for lesser known themes like Fabuland and Paradisa.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian takes the cover of Blocks – the LEGO magazine for fans – Issue 126

Issue 126 of the monthly LEGO magazine for fans features Baby Yoda, also known as Grogu, on the cover and includes reviews of new Star Wars sets, tips for builds, and an epic project based on Moff Gideon’s lair. Subscribers can win a Grogu with Hover Pram and benefit from frozen subscription prices.

Top five classic LEGO spaceships

LEGO Space is one of the most beloved themes among collectors. Whether it be Classic Space, Blacktron or Space Police, there's a classic spaceship set sure to capture the imagination of every fan. Here are five of the best.

The five best modern LEGO spaceships

LEGO Space has had a bit of a resurgence since 2010, with themes like Space Police and Alien Conquest releasing some incredible spaceship sets. And now Icons has taken up the challenge of providing fans with the very best ships to explore the cosmos.

How Fabuland introduced storytelling in Issue 125 of the monthly LEGO magazine

LEGO Fabuland is a nostalgic theme from the 1970s that introduced storytelling in play. The monthly LEGO magazine Issue 125 explores its creation and features a special LEGO House set. Subscribers can win a signed 40506 LEGO Fabuland Tribute, receive freebies, and enjoy exclusive content, including reviews and building instructions for various sets.

LEGO Icons 10355 Blacktron Renegade brings a Space faction back

LEGO is reintroducing a retro faction in 2025 with the release of set 10355 Blacktron Renegade on January 1, featuring 1,151 pieces for £89.99 / €99.99. This set pays homage to the classic 6954 model and includes two vehicle builds, three minifigures, and a droid, rekindling nostalgia for fans.

The Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets Volume II will take you back to childhood

Blocks is releasing the highly anticipated Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets Volume II, perfect for nostalgic fans and Christmas gifting. This special edition features new content, interviews, building instructions, and insights into classic LEGO themes from the 1980s and 1990s.

Blocks magazine Issue 120 arrives with The Nightmare Before Christmas cover feature

Blocks, the monthly LEGO magazine, celebrates its 120th issue with a The Nightmare Before Christmas cover, along with exclusive interviews. To commemorate, new and renewing subscribers receive a commemorative brick and other gifts. Exclusive features include interviews with the director of Piece by Piece and LEGO Fortnite character designer Crystal Fontan. Additional LEGO content, builds, and reviews are included.