The Lego Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi set is currently available at a rare discounted price of $119 on Amazon and Walmart, down from its usual $130. This 1,215-piece pixel art display model, which authentically recreates the Super Nintendo character designs of Mario and Yoshi, has not seen a price reduction since its release last October. Despite the modest $11 saving, this deal is expected to be short-lived, with retailers likely to sell out or revert to the original price soon.
This 1,215-piece Lego Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi set perfectly captures the pixelated charm of the Super Nintendo era. It offers an enjoyable building experience and serves as an ideal display piece for any Super Mario enthusiast, particularly those fond of 16-bit character designs.
Measuring 15.5 x 10 x 4 inches when complete, the model boasts several interactive features. A dial behind Yoshi`s head extends his tongue, while a side crank on the base initiates a more dynamic animation: Yoshi`s legs move to simulate running, accompanied by a quick bouncing motion. Yoshi`s head also sways back and forth, and Mario`s cape gently flutters, mimicking in-game movements. An integrated Action Tag allows interactive Lego Super Mario figures (Mario, Luigi, or Peach from starter courses) to react when placed on the model.
The building instructions are user-friendly, provided both in a physical booklet and via the Lego Builder app. The numbered square pieces, crucial for creating the pixel art effect, were noted as particularly helpful for individuals with colorblindness. Although marketed under Lego`s `18-plus for adults` line, children experienced with 1,000-piece sets should find it manageable.
The Mario & Yoshi set is one of eight distinct Lego Nintendo display models crafted for adult collectors. Earlier this year, Lego introduced a 1,972-piece Mario Kart display model priced at $170. This intricate set showcases Mario`s signature red kart and represents Lego`s first realistic rendition of the character`s modern 3D appearance.
Mark your calendars for October 1st, as Lego`s much-anticipated Game Boy replica is set to launch at major retailers and the Lego Store, exactly one year after the Mario & Yoshi set`s debut. This affordable 421-piece display set, priced at just $60, comes with two buildable cartridges, three lenticular screens, various display stands, and several interactive elements. Due to high demand, many retailers are already reporting sold-out stock.
Lego Nintendo Building Sets for Adults
- Lego Game Boy (421 pieces) – $60 | Releases October 1
- Mario Kart: Mario & Standard Kart (1,972 pieces) – $170
- Super Mario: Piranha Plant (540 pieces) – $48 (Originally $60)
- Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi (1,215 pieces) – $119 (Originally $130)
- Super Mario: Mighty Bowser (2,807 pieces) – $270
- The Legend of Zelda: The Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 (2,500 pieces) – $300
- Lego Nintendo Entertainment System (2,646 pieces) – Currently Unavailable
- Super Mario 64: Question Block (2,064 pieces) – Currently Unavailable
For those seeking a more budget-friendly option, the 540-piece Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant display model is currently on sale for $48, a discount from its original $60 price.