In an exhilarating announcement, LEGO has declared plans to augment its Super Mario line with an array of new sets. Expected to be released on an auspicious occasion of 1st August 2024, these sets will unquestionably augment the enjoyment quotient of Super Mario aficionados.
In addition to the announcement of Mario Kart-themed LEGO, expected to be launched by the next year, three captivating new sets have been unveiled to celebrate Mario Day this year: The Bowser Express Train, King Boo’s Haunted Mansion, and Battle with Roy at Peach’s Castle. Here’s an in-depth analysis of each one.
The Bowser Express Train (#71437) – USD 119.99, Comprising 1392 pieces
This vibrant playset, fondly christened as The Bowser Express Train (71437), is set to enthral its young admirers with a myriad of heart-pounding rides. An idealistic gift for devoted gamers, irrespective of gender, equally entertain boys and girls who are 9 years of age and above. This set includes a detailed train, a handcar, two captivatingly designed stations, a Super Star Block, and a mysterious ? Block. It also boasts 6 LEGO Super Mario toy figures – a Hammer Bro, Boom Boom, 2 Goombas and 2 Para-Biddybuds, creating an engaging palette for creative recreations.
Extend your playing capacity by adding a LEGO® Mario™, LEGO® Luigi™ or LEGO® Peach™ figure(not inclusive of the set). Engage them in chasing the train in the handcar, operating the spinning platform on the locomotive and triggering the cannon wagon’s spring-loaded shooter. Once all the enemies are defeated, emulate the victory by triggering horn sounds as they drive Bowser’s Express to the station.
King Boo’s Haunted Mansion (#71436) – USD 74.99, Comprising 932 pieces
Confront ghostly characters whilst searching for a key to a treasure chest in King Boo’s Haunted Mansion (71436) with this LEGO® Super Mario™ adventure toy offering. An excellent gifting idea for boys, girls and gamers aged 8 and up, the set displays a buildable toy haunted house that unlocks for easy access to playful nuances such as an elevating sofa and a bookcase divulging a key-reveal function. Also, it comes with 4 LEGO Super Mario toy figures – King Boo, a Yellow Baby Yoshi, a Dry Bones and a Boo, adding an extra allure for the young minds.
Enhance your interactive play adventure by adding a LEGO® Mario™, LEGO® Luigi™ or LEGO® Peach™ figure (not inclusive of the set). Assist them in gathering rewards from the Coin Block, Chest Block and Key Block, defeating the Boo and Dry Bones, toppling King Boo from the table in the courtyard and ultimately, discover the treasure chest.
Battle with Roy at Peach’s Castle (#71435) – USD $64.99, Comprising 738 pieces
Delve into the delight of role-playing and more at an iconic Super Mario™ location with the LEGO® Super Mario™ Battle with Roy at Peach’s Castle set (71435). This Nintendo® character toy playset is an excellent gift for girls, boys and gamers aged 7 and above. It features a LEGO brick-built princess’s castle model that unfolds, preparing for an immersive playtime adventure. The castle encompass easy-to-rebuild walls that collapse under siege, a sturdy tower, a captivating catapult, a rotating throne and a fountain in the garden. Furthermore, there are 3 LEGO Super Mario toy figures: Roy (for the first time in a LEGO Super Mario set), a Chain Chomp and Toad.
Promote interactive play by introducing a LEGO® Mario™, LEGO® Luigi™ or LEGO® Peach™ figure (not included in the set). Are you ready to help them in their endeavour to defeat Roy, take control of his Chain Chomp, find hidden Action Tags and unlock digital reactions such as piano music?
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