I spent 3 hours with Legos new Pokmon Smart Play sets they solve the Smart Bricks biggest problems, and are simply perfect

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Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000

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The Pokmon Lego Smart Play sets are a triumph of everything that makes Lego and Pokmon a delight.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The most fun Ive had at work
for some time is when Josie and I got to build the Lego Smart Brick Darth Vader TIE Fighter set for our YouTube channel . Well, it was as now thats
been replaced by the hours I spent playing the brand-new Lego Pokmon sets today all 12 of them as theyre everything I could want as a long-term fan
of both, and they're a true evolution (pun intended) of the Lego Smart Play system . We built the new LEGO Smart Brick Darth Vader TIE Fighter set - YouTube Watch On My favorite improvement: you could forget these sets are at all Smart Play compatible. This isnt meant as a slight against the Smart
Brick I think the techno block is an incredibly fun play feature but my biggest criticism of the original Star Wars batch is that they feel
incomplete without the brick. Darth Vaders TIE fighter literally has a giant open space at the back for the Smart Brick, and even with it in place, the
set feels a little more open than a spaceship should be. Latest Videos From Watch full video here: You may like I thought the Lego smart brick was the worst idea ever then I built it Make lasers blast and X-Wings whoosh with LEGO's amazing Star Wars sets 'I'm going to play this with my granddaughter' Mark Hamill on Lego Star Wars

Here, Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Garchomp, and the gang are complete models without the Smart Brick; perfect blocky action figures to pose and battle with. But lift off their belly, and youll expose a Smart Play tile that, with a charged-up block, will help to bring these critters to life.

Further, the sets are jam-packed with play features enhanced by smart features, but arent dependent on them. Smart Play's improvements have left me thunder-shocked! The all-in-one Pikachus Training House couldnt be a clearer showcase of this. With the electric mouse, youll experience the full Pokmon cycle. He starts out hiding in the tall grass, waiting for you to throw a pokball at him which you do by hitting a target, which makes the grass fall back, and, with a Smart Brick, plays a successful tune. (Image credit: Lego / The Pokemon Company) With your new partner, you can then touch the training tile to begin getting Pikachu ready for battle. In training mode, Pikachu and all other 19 Pokmon in this lineup can grow their strength by hitting
targets, practicing moves, and generally preparing for battle (activated by your movements as you shake them about). Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

When they next take a breather, youll complete the training and, if you both worked hard enough, youll hear Pikachu level up. You can then prepare him a sandwich in the kitchen to reward his hard work, before folding down his bed so Pikachu can take a well-deserved rest (complete with sleeping noises).

With a second Smart Brick and Pokmon, you can also engage in a battle just make sure to remember your type matchups, and to consider the inherent strength of each mon. Even with training, Mewtwo might be a tough foe for
your mouse. (Image credit: Future / Hamish hector) As an all-in-one set, Pikachus Training House is a little pricier at $69.99 / 59.99/ AU$129.99, but seeing it in action with all of its smart and non-smart play features, this feels like a very reasonable price.

Though if you are on a budget there are simpler yet still delightful options like Berry Bash with Bulbasaur and Bidoof ($19.99 / 17.99 / AU$34.99), Trainer's Buggy Adventure with Squirtle ($29.99 / 24.99 / AU$54.99) and youll also find pricier sets with more pieces like my favorite: the U mbreon vs. Garchomp Championship Battle ($79.99 / 69.99 / $139.99). The trophy is designed to look like Cynthias hair, Ive been told.

All 12 of the new sets will launch on August 1 at Lego.com and are up for preorder right now. Lego Smart Play: Berry Bash with Bulbasaur and Bidoof $19.99 at LEGO

Lego Smart Play: Trainer's Buggy Adventure with Squirtle $29.99 at LEGO

Lego Smart Play: Umbreon Vs. Garchomp Championship Battle $79.99 at LEGO

Lego Smart Play: Training House with Pikachu $69.99 at LEGO

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