Rina Shumylo – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com The ultimate LEGO magazine for fans. Providing inspiration, techniques and going behind-the-scenes with LEGO experts. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:59:42 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/blocksmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-Blocks-favicon.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Rina Shumylo – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com 32 32 174750775 LEGO SMART Play Star Wars demo with the designers https://blocksmag.com/lego-smart-play-star-wars-demo-with-the-designers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-smart-play-star-wars-demo-with-the-designers https://blocksmag.com/lego-smart-play-star-wars-demo-with-the-designers/#respond Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:41:20 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63581 The LEGO Group has introduced SMART Play and the SMART Brick in new Star Wars sets, enhancing play through interactive features like battles and character actions. Key designers demonstrate the technology, which integrates with models to create engaging experiences. Eight new sets have launched, with three including the SMART Brick, enriching play for children who want to explore the Star Wars galaxy.

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