Sega and Lego have unveiled a Sega Genesis console set, due for launch this summer time.
The Lego set pays homage to the 90s console, which is called the Mega Drive in Europe. In response to Lego, the mannequin will enable builders to customise their creation into both the Genesis or Mega Drive model, full with removable controllers and ornamental stickers.
The Lego Sega Genesis Console will likely be out there from June 1, 2026, priced at £34.99 / €39.99 / $39.99, and is made up of 479 items at a construct measurement of 4 cm excessive, 6 in 16 cm broad, and 12 cm deep.
The Genesis set is the newest collaboration between the 2 firms, which have already launched varied Sonic Lego collections. Beforehand, Lego has additionally launched a Lego NES console and is rumored to be planning a Lego PlayStation.
“Like many others from my era, I nonetheless vividly keep in mind when the Sega Mega Drive launched – it felt utterly out of this world,” stated Patrik, designer on the Lego Group.
“27 years later, the love for the console continues to be going sturdy – I nonetheless play mine! Recreating the intricate particulars and curves of the console with Lego components was an gratifying problem, regardless of it’s issue.”
Alex Gomez, VP, Licensing & Partnerships at Sega of America, added: “We really feel that this can be a constructing expertise that captures each Sega’s heritage of gaming and the playful creativity of Lego play.
“The Sega Genesis holds a particular place within the hearts of players and represents a defining period in online game historical past. With this new Lego set, followers aren’t solely in a position to relive these nostalgic reminiscences, but additionally actively have interaction with Sega’s legacy by hands-on creativity.”
In current months, Lego launched a set based mostly on the ‘Last Battle’ towards Ganon in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, in addition to the primary of its Pokémon units, together with a $650 statue displaying Charizard, Blastoise and Venusaur.
