Lego PlayStation: What This $180 Retro Set Means for Collect…
This set raises the bar for licensed console replicas, offering interactive features and hidden details that appeal to adult collectors. It signals Lego's continued push into premium retro gaming memo…
This set raises the bar for licensed console replicas, offering interactive features and hidden details that appeal to adult collectors. It signals Lego's continued push into premium retro gaming memo…
Key points - The Lego PlayStation (72306) is a 1,911-piece set priced at $179.99 / £139.99, recommended for ages 18+. - It is a 1:1 scale replica of the original PlayStation console and DualShock controller, with working Power and Open buttons. - Two internal dioramas depict Gran Turismo and Ape Escape, featuring minifig roller skates as cars and an interchangeable helmet. - The set includes printed elements for external buttons and logos, with only 15 small stickers used in the dioramas. - Build time is estimated at 9-10 hours, and the finished model measures 2.5 x 10.5 x 7.5 inches.
Timeline - Now: Lego releases the PlayStation set (72306) for $179.99 / £139.99. - Previously: Lego released a scaled-down Sega Genesis Console set (40926).
FAQ
Q: How much does the Lego PlayStation cost? A: It's priced at $179.99 in the US and £139.99 in the UK, placing it in the premium collectible range.
Q: Does the Lego PlayStation have working buttons? A: Yes, the Power and Open buttons function. Pressing Power reveals a luminous rod, and Open swings the disc tray lid up.
Q: Are there any minifigures included? A: No minifigures are included, but the set features two internal dioramas with micro-builds inspired by Gran Turismo and Ape Escape.
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