With the ongoing controversy surrounding AAA gaming, we can always take a step back and enjoy our favorite classic titles. These evoke fond memories of a generation when games shipped ready to play, a complete experience straight out of the box. LEGO gladly leverages our nostalgia to market the Donkey Kong Arcade.
When two of the world’s biggest household names come together, it’s practically a cheat code that prints money on demand. Nintendo has faced criticism lately for its pricing strategy, but people are still buying. Product #72051 is a buildable scale with some cool interactive elements.
LEGO has dabbled with similar kits a while back and will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. Some might be wondering why this is under the Super Mario catalog. Although it’s called the Donkey Kong Arcade, this is the game where the iconic plucky plumber made his official debut, albeit with the name Jumpman at the time.
Other familiar characters in this set include Pauline (Lady), as well as the namesake ape of the series. You can load 21 barrels into the machine and trigger them to roll out and cascade down the scaffolding. Meanwhile, the joystick moves Mario left or right, while the button makes him jump over hazards.
1,367 pieces in the box make up the replica that measures 15.5″ x 10.5″ x 5.5″ (H x W x D). “This collectible set makes a great gamer gift idea for adult fans of video games and retro arcade game cabinets.” The Donkey Kong Arcade is now available for purchase. Grab one before the holiday shopping rush.
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