Lego’s discounted NES and CRT TV model kit alongside even better Lego Mario deals

The Lego Nintendo Entertainment System set is a lot of fun to build and looks great as a retro display, but is also quite pricey. The $270 set released over four years ago, but like many Nintendo games you wouldn’t know it based on the stagnant price at major retailers. Additionally, even at full price, the NES and CRT TV models often sell out. But if you’ve been waiting for an excuse to finally pick up the 2,646-piece set, you can save some money on Amazon And Goal prior to Prime Big Deal Days and Circle Week. The Lego NES is on sale at both retailers for $255, which is only $15 off, but it’s something at least. You will also benefit from rare (and better) discounts on the Piranha Plant and Mighty Bowser Lego sets.

Lego Nintendo Entertainment System (2,646 pieces)

Lego’s take on Nintendo’s iconic console not only includes a buildable version of the machine, but also includes all the parts you need to build an old-fashioned CRT TV and stand, an NES controller, and a Super Mario Bros. NES to build. pattern too. The end result is an intricate display piece, full of interactive elements like a working cartridge slot, dials on the CRT TV, and a crank-control screen that emulates a Super Mario level. It also has a very charming secret that will delight longtime fans.

If you thought this Lego set could ever be had for less than $270, you’re right. Released in 2020 with a launch price of $230, the Lego NES was one of several sets to see significant price increases in 2022. For the past two years, the Lego NES has remained at the $270 price point – when it’s on sale at all. . The Lego NES is constantly sold out at major retailers (sometimes all of them).

Lego Super Mario: more display models for adults

If you find yourself scoffing at this deal, you might be interested in the bigger discounts on two other Lego Mario adult display models.

The 540-piece Lego Mario Piranha Plant is 20% off at Amazon and Walmart, dropping the price from $60 to $48, matching an all-time low. It’s the most affordable display kit in the Lego Mario line, and you could buy five of them (and still have some money left over) for the price of the NES. The Piranha Plant was on sale for the same price ahead of Prime Day in July, but both retailers sold out within a day.

The Mighty Bowser overtook the NES as the Lego Mario set with the most pieces when it launched two years ago. With the display stand included, the 2,807-piece interactive model is 30 cm high and 45 cm wide. It’s a really fun build and has cool features like posable arms and legs, and a button that turns Bowser’s head. Normally sold for the same price as the NES you can get The Mighty Bowser for $234 (was $270). The Lego NES is shipped and sold by Amazon, while The Mighty Bowser is sold by a third party and shipped by Amazon (Eligible for Prime).

The latest Super Mario display set launched on October 1. Lego Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi recaptures the magic of one of the best Mario games in all its retro glory. It features striking sprite images of Mario and Yoshi, constructed from 1,215 Lego pieces. When you turn the crank on the display stand, Yoshi’s legs move in a running motion. Yoshi’s tongue sticks out when you turn a knob. Mario doesn’t even have to hit the back of Yoshi’s head to make this happen.

Nintendo fans should also check out the first Lego set based on The Legend of Zelda. The Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 The kit is a 2-in-1 set, exclusive to Lego Store, that retails for $300. This makes it the most expensive Lego Nintendo set yet, but it is a 2-in-1 build. Both builds have the same basics, but about halfway through the process you choose whether you want to make the Breath of the Wild or Ocarina of Time version of The Great Deku Tree. The Breath of the Wild build uses more parts, so if you want to try both, the Ocarina of Time build is the easier of the two to both build and disassemble.