It looks like LEGO VIP members can expect another gift-with-purchase (GWP) polybag anytime soon. To add more brick-building fun to next year’s Chinese Lunar New Year festivities, LEGO will be offering the promotional LEGO Lunar New Year VIP Add-On Pack (40605).
What to Expect from the LEGO Lunar New Year VIP Add-On Pack (40605)
There’s no official announcement from LEGO.com yet as of this posting, but this promotional polybag was eventually confirmed thru LEGO’s Customer Service if you search for the building instructions for set 40602. Additionally, we can catch a glimpse of this polybag freebie if you search within LEGO’s Certification Page and search for item number 6428025.
Though the image for the LEGO Lunar New Year VIP Add-On Pack shown on the certification document is less than ideal, we can somehow surmise what this polybag has to offer. It features a great selection of seasonal LEGO pieces offered in variant colors such as recolored lantern pieces, minifigures accessories, and even a rabbit figure keeping in line with 2023 as being the Year of the Water Rabbit.
We might hear from LEGO anytime soon regarding the mechanics of how to avail of this promotional offering, especially since January 1st is just around the corner and there are plenty of LEGO 2023 sets that we can look forward to. We can certainly expect LEGO to provide additional incentives to VIP members and add more value to our future purchases to kickstart 2023.
I’ll update this post once new information comes in so stay tuned. Special Thanks to Brick Fanatics for the heads-up.
We’re just counting the days before the first wave of LEGO 2023 sets is out. And in case you haven’t finalized your LEGO 2023 wishlist, then you may want to hear what the LEGO fan community has to say. Because thanks to Brickset’s one of many interesting features, you can somehow gauge the sentiment of other equally excited LEGO fan builders and get to see what are the most wanted LEGO sets of 2023 according to Brickset members.
If you wish to know what sets to prioritize this January, then read on and take a look at the top 15 most wanted LEGO sets for 2023. Bear in mind that this is the most accurate data as of this posting, and there will be slight changes as we wrap up this year. However, I believe that these changes may not be that significant to change the ranking of these sets.
Check out these most popular LEGO 2023 sets starting at 1st place and in descending order of likes or being the most wanted.
Frankly speaking, this is a cool mix of sets that shows how diverse the interests of our LEGO fan community are. Love them or hate them (I know most of us find it difficult to appreciate that Morbius film, but hey, we still get to see our first minifigure of our vampire superhero probably because of that), these sets are quite attractive not just because of the themes that they represent but also the new parts and elements that they introduce. This is particularly true, especially in the case of LEGO City sets 60384 and 60394 where we get to see a new minifigure costume and otter element. Additionally, in the case of licensed LEGO themes such as Star Wars, LSW fans are certainly hyped for the much-awaited 501st Clone Trooper minifigures (75345) and a new and aptly sized TIE Bomber (75347).
And since a large chunk of LEGO’s market is geared towards the AFOL community, it is somewhat expected to see the first modular set of 2023 make it at the top of this list. The LEGO Icons Jazz Club (10312) is the king of the hill for the majority of Brickset members even if it means shelling out $230 for this 2,800-piece set.
In the final analysis, consider this list as a guide to knowing what is hot and not for 2023 among LEGO fans. But in the end, you decide on which among these most wanted LEGO sets will it to your final “add-to-cart” list. So what do you think? Are there other LEGO 2023 sets that you want to see in this top 15 list? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
It has been a while since we covered the LEGO Ideas scene, and in case you missed it, the LEGO Ideas Third Review Stage 2022 is about to commence with currently 33 product ideas on the table and still counting.
As a fan of LEGO Ideas and MOCs in general, I’m always in support of LEGO Ideas fan submissions, with more than a couple of project proposals that I sincerely cheered on, and eventually rose to the top as official LEGO sets (Voltron, 123 Sesame Street, and Cosmic Card Adventures just to name a few).
And though we’re still looking forward to seeing on shelves 7 more product ideas that managed to get the nod of the LEGO Ideas Review Team (The Orient Express, Tales of the Space Age, Polaroid Onestep SX-70, LEGO Insects, A-Frame Cabin, Hocus Pocus, and BTS Dynamite), there’s still a lot to look forward to with our next wave of entries for the LEGO Ideas Third Review Stage 2022. These are the entries that managed to get the support of more than 10,000 LEGO fans who wished to see them become official LEGO sets in the future.
In no particular order, here are the qualifiers that will enter the said review period. You may click on their respective links to know more about these original LEGO fan creations. And like other entries, there’s a lot of potential in this set of qualifiers. From pop culture icons to memorable, picturesque locations, there’s something for every LEGO fan
Since we have a couple of weeks or more before we formally enter the LEGO Ideas Third Review Stage for 2022, we can expect for more product ideas to make it before the deadline. Head over to the LEGO Ideas website if you wish to support any of the original fan submissions posted there.
We’re just counting the days before we see the launch of LEGO’s next CMF series. The LEGO Collectible Minifigures Series 24 (71037) is scheduled to be released on the 1st day of January – and if you’re like many of us who are eagerly waiting for this next series of collectible minifigs, then you’re most likely thinking about how to bag all 12 characters from this exciting series.
And thanks to YouTuber MiniSuperHeroesToday, we can now have a hint on how to complete Series 24 in one go – that is if we are fortunate enough to stumble upon a newly opened box at any LEGO store come January 1st. He did an excellent review of these minifigs while giving us an idea of how you can get a complete set of 12 characters, or simply start with your fave minifigure.
Image courtesy of MiniSuperHeroesToday (via YouTube)
Regarding their box distribution, the LEGO Collectible Minifigure Series 24 and all of its 12 characters are confirmed to be equally distributed. Each character has 3 copies, giving it a total of 36 minifigures in one box. This is excellent news since grabbing a box guarantees that you exactly get 3 sets from the get-go.
Image courtesy of MiniSuperHeroesToday (via YouTube)
What is also interesting is that they will most likely follow a certain pattern of box distribution like previous CMFs. MiniSuperHeroesToday was also kind enough to write it down for our reference. For clarity, I reproduced his list using the table below. Just bear in mind the proper orientation in determining the minifigures’ positions.
Image courtesy of MiniSuperHeroesToday (via YouTube)
Back Side of the Box
Position
Left
Right
18
Rococo Aristocrat
Rococo Aristocrat
17
Rockin’ Horse Rider
Rockin’ Horse Rider
16
Football Referee
Rockin’ Horse Rider
15
Potter
Rococo Aristocrat
14
Football Referee
Football Referee
13
Potter
Potter
12
Carrot Mascot
T-Rex Costume Fan
11
Newspaper Kid
Orc
10
Carrot Mascot
T-Rex Costume Fan
9
Newspaper Kid
Orc
8
Carrot Mascot
T-Rex Costume Fan
7
Newspaper Kid
Orc
6
Brown Astronaut and Spacebaby
Robot Warrior
5
Conservationist
Falconer
4
Brown Astronaut and Spacebaby
Robot Warrior
3
Conservationist
Falconer
2
Brown Astronaut and Spacebaby
Falconer
1
Conservationist
Robot Warrior
Front Facing Side of the Box
This is a great tip. Just be sure to feel your way towards each blind bag for good measure as well. Thanks once again to MiniSuperHeroesToday for sharing this invaluable information.
What is your first pick for this series? Mine is the Brown Astronaut and Spacebaby right off the bat. Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Fans of LEGO’s brick-built floral collection will be glad to know that there will be two gorgeous additions to this LEGO Icons subtheme. The LEGO Botanical Collection flower bouquet sets will feature two bold and colorful designs that LEGO fans will be proud to build and display.
After the official reveal of the LEGO Botanical Collection Daffodils (40646) set several days ago, new information about its contemporaries surfaced online courtesy of Promobricks. In fact, we can look forward to having a couple of LEGO Botanical Collection flower bouquet sets, both designed by LEGO master builder Chris McVeigh.
Though LEGO is still mum about these sets’ details, Promobricks provides more than enough info for us to appreciate the beauty of these lovely brick centerpieces. Check out the details of the LEGO Botanical Collection flower bouquet.
939 pieces | 59.99 Euros | To be released on February 1, 2023
Image courtesy of Promobricks.
Dried Flower Centerpiece (10314)
812 pieces | 49.99 Euros | To be released on February 1, 2023
Image courtesy of Promobricks.Image courtesy of Promobricks.
Both sets offer plenty of new and recolored pieces that will be pretty handy for MOCs and other modified creations. Though I am not a big fan of the theme, I have to say that these upcoming LEGO Botanical Collection flower bouquet 2023 sets are both stunning in their own right.
The Dried Flower Centerpiece is spot on, with the ingenious use of gears and textured elements to create that dried and dusty look. Additionally, you can connect 3 of these sets to create a larger, circular bouquet for a more magnificent design. Just don’t mistake it for a coffin spray and we’re all good.
I’ll update this post once LEGO.com has officially listed these beautiful creations online. Special thanks once more to Robert from Promobricks for sharing these images.
With all the excitement surrounding some of the largest and most eye-catching LEGO sets to be launched next year, it’s kind of easy to overlook that there are plenty of 2023 LEGO polybags that will also launch come by January. And with more than a dozen polybags to collect coming from homegrown LEGO themes, there’s surely something for everyone.
From LEGO City, Friends, Creator, and more, this initial wave of 2023 LEGO polybags is expected to be available in-store at all LEGO brand and certified stores, including partner stores. Some of these also come with new pieces or minifigures that you may want to add to your collection as well.
Traditionally, they are only available for in-store purchases as a nice add-on to your LEGO purchase costing you only around $4 or less.
Take a look at these polybags and let me know which of these you would to have in your cart.
In case you missed it, LEGO.com has officially revealed its first wave of LEGO Harry Potter 2023 sets scheduled to be released on March 1, 2023 – two of which are a long time coming. It’s great to see that we will have an official LEGO set that depicts the Fiendfyre escape scene from Deathly Hallows Part 2. And after 18 years, we are seeing the return of the Merpeople in minifigure form, as we saw them from the Goblet of Fire.
On top of these, we are also getting 4 sets that put the spotlight on the activities in the individual quarters of the four houses of Hogwarts. LEGO even added a bit of magic to its design by adding a lenticular feature on each of the set’s backboards giving it a 3D-like illusion of the windows and paintings. And on top of these, we’re getting plenty of new Harry Potter minifigures as well.
Read on for more details about these first offerings of LEGO Harry Potter 2023 sets, and don’t forget to mark your calendars on March 1st.
285 pieces | Includes Harry Potter, Angelina Johnson, and Neville Longbottom minifigures | $34.99
Harry Potter™ fans can show their Gryffindor™ house pride with this LEGO® brick-built house banner (76409). A super everyday gift for kids aged 9 and up, it features a printed tile with the Gryffindor house crest and a hanger to display it proudly on the wall. The banner also opens to reveal an enchanting recreation of the Gryffindor common room with authentic details including a fireplace, seats, and a chess board. A slide-in lenticular backboard creates magical 3D effects, including an image of Sirius Black™ appearing in the fire and a trophy showing 1st or 4th place.
349 pieces | Includes Draco Malfoy, Pansy Parkinson, and Blaise Zabini minifigures | $34.99
Harry Potter™ fans can demonstrate Slytherin™ house pride with this LEGO® brick-built house banner (76410). An ace everyday gift for kids aged 9 and up, it features a printed tile with the Slytherin crest and a hanger to display it on the wall. The banner also opens to reveal a spellbinding recreation of the Slytherin common room with a buildable sofa, lamps, and steps. A slide-in lenticular backboard creates magical 3D effects, including moving monstrous eyes, a light turning on and off, a secret message appearing in the cupboard, and more.
305 pieces | Includes Cho Chang, Luna Lovegood, and Michael Corner minifigures | $34.99
Fans can demonstrate their Ravenclaw™ house pride with this LEGO® Harry Potter™ house banner (76411). It features a printed tile with the Ravenclaw crest and a hanger to display it on the wall. The brick-built banner also opens to reveal a detailed recreation of the grand Ravenclaw common room with a table, book, 2 seats, and 2 lamps, plus Ravenclaw’s Diadem. A slide-in lenticular backboard creates magical 3D effects, such as the illusion of depth through the windows and flickering flames in the fireplace. Bring the scene to life with Cho Chang™, Luna Lovegood™, and Michael Corner minifigures, plus a Cornish Pixie element.
313 pieces | Includes Cedric Diggory, Susan Bones, and Hannah Abbott minifigures | $34.99
Kids can show their true colors with this LEGO® Harry Potter™ Hufflepuff™ House banner (76412). It features a printed tile with the Hufflepuff crest and a hanger to display it on the wall. The brick-built banner opens to reveal a detailed recreation of the plant-filled Hufflepuff common room with Hufflepuff’s Cup, a pumpkin, a buildable chest, and a table topped with assorted food elements. A slide-in lenticular backboard creates magical 3D effects such as a Mandrake popping up and down behind the curtain and a Niffler stealing coins from behind a barrel. The set also includes Cedric Diggory, Susan Bones, and Hannah Abbott minifigures with accessories.
587 pieces | Includes Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Draco Malfoy, Blaise Zabini, and The Grey Lady minifigures | $49.99
Recreate a magical room that can only be discovered by someone in need with the LEGO® Harry Potter™ Hogwarts™: Room of Requirement playset (76413) for ages 8 and up. It features a brick-built section of Hogwarts castle that opens up for easy play. The Room of Requirement is packed with stacks of items, including a buildable record player and a diadem element, and there is a detachable upper-level room for The Grey Lady.
349 pieces | Includes Harry Potter with flipper elements, Viktor Krum with a shark head element, Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, and Merperson minifigures | $44.99
Kids can stage a spellbinding contest with the LEGO® Harry Potter™ Triwizard Tournament™: The Black Lake (76420) playset. A top gift idea for kids aged 8 and up, it features a buildable underwater scene with an arch ruin, 2 caves and flexible LEGO elements to create the effect of 2 minifigures floating. There is also a pier model, with a minifigure-diving function, which can be placed on top of the underwater scene.
After its official press release, LEGO.com finally listed its first modular building set for 2023 – the LEGO Icons Jazz Club (10312). As part of its relatively new line of Icons sets appealing to LEGO adult fans, the LEGO Icons Jazz Club is the 3rd modular set under the rebranded theme since it began in 2021 (it was previously under the LEGO Creator Expert theme).
The Jazz Club 10312 comes in at 2,899 pieces with 8 new minifigures (Jazz Singer, Bassist, Drummer, Pizza Chef, Pizza Delivery Driver, Club Manager, Tailor, and a Magician) as it highlights for the very first time, a music theme for a modular set of this scale.
The LEGO Icons Jazz Club (10312) is scheduled to be released on January 4, 2023, and will retail for $229.99 at all LEGO brand stores and online. Take a look at its official images and product description below.
Ready for a night of big band music, jazz dancing and pizza? The LEGO® Icons Jazz Club (10312) is your ticket to the best show in town. Fans of modular buildings and music lovers will adore constructing their own jazz venue with this building set for adults, which involves new building techniques such as a 45-degree doorway. Once the club is complete, you can spend hours marveling at its beautifully decorated interior, where you’ll discover a jazz stage, a pizzeria and the band’s dressing room.
Make new friends at the club 8 detailed minifigures, including a jazz singer, bassist and drummer, set the scene for a show that will have the audience on their feet all evening. Intricate details include a mini microphone, a mini saxophone and a mini LP record.
Set the stage for creativity This set is part of a range of collectible building sets for adults who appreciate mindful projects and exceptional design.
LEGO has officially unveiled its first offering of LEGO Star Wars 2023 sets scheduled to be released next month. Calling back to its original trilogy roots, it’s great to see a LEGO rendition of a starship that is a long time coming. And after exactly 20 years since the first LEGO Star Wars TIE Bomber was introduced, a new and larger re-issue of this set is arriving in January.
There are four LEGO Star Wars 2023 sets initially introduced, one of which is a new version of the infamous starfighter of the Galactic Empire and one that fans of the Clone Wars will be glad to have. Another long overdue set, the LEGO Star Wars 501st Clone Troopers Battle Pack will definitely be a hit to fans of the series. Plus the Microfighter subtheme is getting another bump with the exciting addition of Boba Fett’s Slave 1. This is the very first time that we’re seeing the iconic starfighter rendered in brick chibi form.
Check out more details about these sets right here:
85 pieces | Includes a minifigure of Boba Fett | $9.99
Give kids a cool introduction to LEGO Star Wars building toys with Boba Fett’s Starship Microfighter (75344) for ages 6 and up. This microscale LEGO brick version of the iconic starship, as seen in the classic Star Wars saga, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett, features 2 flick shooters for attacking enemy starfighters and adjustable wings for flight and landing. The included LEGO minifigure of Boba Fett, which comes with a blaster and a jetpack accessory element, fits inside the opening cockpit.
119 pieces | Includes 1 501st Clone, and 3 501st Heavy Trooper minifigures | $19.99
Youngsters can lead their own 501st Clone Troopers unit with this LEGO Star Wars Battle Pack (75345) for ages 6 and up. It features 4 new-for-January-2023 LEGO minifigures – a 501st Officer, 501st Clone Specialist and 2 501st Heavy Troopers – each with a weapon for action play. The set also includes a buildable AV-7 anti-vehicle cannon with a spring-loaded shooter and a seat for a LEGO minifigure. This popular building toy makes a cool gift for kids, letting them recreate Star Wars: The Clone Wars action and adding extra fun play possibilities to their other LEGO Star Wars sets.
625 pieces | Includes Vice Admiral Slone, Darth Vader, TIE Bomber Pilot, and Gonk Droid minifigures | $64.99
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back fans can play out Imperial missions to defeat the Rebel Alliance with this LEGO brick-built TIE Bomber (75347) starfighter toy. It features an opening minifigure cockpit, a torpedo-dropping function and 2 stud shooters. A top gift idea for Star Wars fans aged 9 and up, this action-packed, buildable toy playset also includes Darth Vader, Vice Admiral Sloane and TIE Bomber Pilot LEGO minifigures with weapons, plus a Gonk Droid LEGO figure and a cart to transport torpedoes to the TIE Bomber.
In case you missed it, I came up with a list of all the LEGO 2023 sets that we can expect when the clock strikes 12 on January 1. Included in this list is an upcoming BrickHeadz rendition of a Tusken Raider retailing for $16. You may want to check it out as well.
This month has been one roller coaster ride of reveals and surprises coming from LEGO. And in case you need to make sense of everything that has been announced so far, here’s a quick overview of all LEGO 2023 sets that are slated to be released by January next year.
From home-grown themes to licensed sets, this initial round of offerings for the first half of 2023 is pretty diverse and has plenty of things to offer to all LEGO fans in general. For your convenience, I also linked these sets to their respective LEGO.com pages so you can quickly find the set that you may want to add to your LEGO wishlist. Those that are still rumored to be part of the LEGO 2023 set ensemble, but are still yet to make their debut are no included in this list. I’ll keep this list up-to-date with any future sets that might be revealed later on.
What sets made it to your top ten must-have list of LEGO 2023 sets? Let’s talk about it in the comments below.
