The LEGO Group has officially announced that Sony’s PlayStation is the next classic console to get the LEGO treatment with a new set that recreates the iconic machine and controller, along with brick-built dioramas inspired by 1997’s Gran Turismo and 1999’s Ape Escape. The set goes on sale on October 4th, priced at $179.99/£139.99; check out the promotional images and details below…
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Enjoy a rush of nostalgia as you build a detailed LEGO® PlayStation™ (72306) console replica and original controller. This model building kit for adults makes an awesome addition to any video game merch collection, perfect for display in a gaming room. It features a brick-built version of the original PlayStation®, or ’PS1’ as it’s often called, and the very first controller, which plugs into the console, plus Open and Power buttons. Create dioramas of 2 legendary games: Gran Turismo™ released in 1997, and Ape Escape™, released in 1999, which was taken to a new level with the introduction of the DualShock™ controller. This premium building set is perfect for anyone who loves video games or retro consoles, so you can treat yourself or another fan with this epic gamer gift idea. As you immerse yourself in the project, enjoy enhanced creativity with the LEGO Builder app, zooming and rotating with 3D instructions while saving and tracking progress. This set contains 1,911 pieces.
- RETRO GAMING CONSOLE – Spark memories of unforgettable games as you build your own retro gaming system with this near 1:1 scale LEGO® PlayStation™ (72306) display set for adults ages 18 and up
- NOSTALGIC GAMER DECOR – Recreate a detailed replicaof the original PlayStation® gaming console and an original controller for display on a shelf or desk in any office or game room
- PACKED WITH EASTER EGGS – Discover the detail filled dioramas of 2 games that made history: Ape Escape™, with the iconic red or blue monkey helmet, and Gran Turismo™, with mini cars ready to race
- TURN ON, PLUG IN, DISPLAY – Use the ’working’ Open and Power buttons on the console model and plug the controller into the front, or pull out the dioramas and display them separately
- GAMER GIFT IDEA FOR ADULTS – A walk down memory lane for any nostalgic PlayStation® players; this building kit is the perfect retro video game console gift for a birthday or any special occasion
- GAMING MERCHANDISE – This epic, brick-built PlayStation® set combines a creative challenge with ’90s nostalgia and realistic details that appeal to players
- LEGO® BUILDER APP – Enhance the construction experience with the app, which lets you zoom in, rotate and assemble models using 3D instructions, track progress and save your sets
- DIMENSIONS – This 1,911-piece set features an iconic ’PS1’ replica that measures over 2.5 in. (6 cm) high, 10.5 in. (26 cm) wide and 7.5 in. (19 cm) deep
