If you’re in the market for some new Lego sets to add to your collection, you may be overwhelmed by the sheer number of options available. With over 100 new Lego sets released in August alone, it’s safe to say that this month has been a big one for Lego fans. From popular franchises like Star Wars, Marvel, Batman, and Jurassic World to gaming-inspired sets like Super Mario, Animal Crossing, Minecraft, and Sonic the Hedgehog, there’s something for everyone.
To make it easier for you to navigate through the sea of new releases, we’ve compiled a list of some of the standout Lego sets that were released this month, organized by franchise. Most of these sets are brand-new releases, but there are also some former Lego Store exclusives that are now available at major retailers like Amazon. Additionally, there are a few sets available for preorder, including the highly anticipated Super Mario World kit and the Shadow the Hedgehog display set.
Let’s start with the new Super Mario releases. Lego has updated its core interactive adventure sets featuring Mario, Luigi, and Peach. These starter sets are essential if you want to take advantage of the various expansions available. Each starter set now costs $10 less than before and comes with more minifigures than the original lineup. Some exciting new expansion sets include King Boo’s Haunted Mansion and The Bowser Express Train, which is the largest Lego Mario expansion to date.
Moving on to the Star Wars sets, Lego has taken a more creative approach this month by introducing sets like the “Dark Falcon,” a reimagined version of the Millennium Falcon piloted by alternate universe characters. There are also traditional sets available, including the Imperial Star Destroyer, TIE Interceptor, and X-Wing versus TIE Fighter set. Fans of Disney+ shows like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka will also find new sets based on these series.
In addition to Star Wars and Super Mario, there are also new Lego sets from other popular franchises like Minecraft, Sonic the Hedgehog, Marvel, Guardians of the Galaxy, DC Batman, DreamZzz, Animal Crossing, Jurassic World, Disney, Duplo Peppa Pig, Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch, Apollo Lunar Roving Vehicle, Ninjago, City, and 2024 Advent Calendars available for preorder.
With so many exciting new Lego sets to choose from, there’s no shortage of options for fans of all ages. Whether you’re a Star Wars aficionado, a Marvel enthusiast, or a fan of classic video games like Sonic the Hedgehog, there’s a Lego set out there waiting for you to build and enjoy. So, grab your bricks and get ready to embark on a new building adventure with these top Lego sets released in August!