While the gamified version of Lego Super Mario continues to expand with new and , more traditional Lego Sets inspired by the red plumber are somewhat rare. However, we can expect a new set featuring a caped Mario astride his trusty mount Yoshi to join the Lego Super Mario catalog on Oct. 1. The $129.99 set isn’t quite as cool as the or as iconic as the , but it still includes some fun features and surprises.
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Normally pre-orders of new Lego sets are exclusively available through, but this 1,215-piece set can also be reserved at Target ahead of the Oct. 1 launch.
This flat, pixelated Mario and Yoshi are based on the 16-bit versions as they first appeared in Super Mario World for the SNES. The base of the set features a small crank which, when turned, animates Yoshi’s legs and arms, while a dial behind Yoshi’s head animates his mouth and tongue. Also, just like the and sets, Lego Super Mario & Yoshi includes an action tag that provides unique reactions for , , or figures.
