With LEGO fans waiting patiently for more news on the company's latest collaboration with Nintendo, a recent leak shed more light on the highly-anticipated set. With the success of the Super Mario Bros. crossover, LEGO has continued to pursue its relationship with Nintendo, providing fans with several massive collections that faithfully recreate beloved series like Animal Crossing and The Legend of Zelda. The companies even worked together to release a LEGO version of the Nintendo Entertainment System, but now a smaller device is about to step into the spotlight.
Per VGC, citing reputable leaker FalconBricks, the LEGO Game Boy is slated to release on October 1 and will cost $59.99. That price may sound high but in comparison to the NES set, it's significantly cheaper: That massive build cost a staggering $229.99, which makes sense given how much bigger it is. The LEGO Game Boy reportedly comprises 421 pieces, while the NES is made up of over 2,500 pieces, so the price difference is expected.
As with all leaks, it's recommended that fans take the report with a grain of salt. At the time of writing, the only concrete information on the LEGO Game Boy is that it exists...