LEGO has officially confirmed the Donkey Kong Arcade set (72051) with a release date of August 1, 2026.
The licensed build recreates an iconic Donkey Kong arcade level and is positioned as a retro decor collectible for adult builders and Nintendo fans.
The announcement and product details are listed on the LEGO website.
Set overview and technical specs
The Donkey Kong Arcade set is a 1,367-piece model that measures approximately 15.5 inches (39 cm) high, 10.5 inches (27 cm) wide and 5.5 inches (15 cm) deep.
The display-style build is designed to replicate the look and play loop of the original arcade game and is intended as a tabletop or shelf piece for game rooms and home offices.
What LEGO says about the model (paraphrased)
- LEGO describes the Donkey Kong Arcade as a retro decor building set for adults that recreates the original arcade game's look and feel.
- The model includes authentic visual details: character minifigures representing Jumpman, Donkey Kong and Lady, as well as stage scaffolding, ladders and hammer elements.
- A mechanical feature circulates barrels in a continuous loop; a lever releases one of the set's 21 barrels at a time, while a joystick and button mechanism moves Jumpman and triggers his jump action.
- LEGO highlights the set as a gift idea for adult fans of Donkey Kong and related Nintendo properties and notes compatibility with the LEGO Builder app, which provides 3D building instructions and set tracking.
Availability and audience
LEGO lists the release date as August 1, 2026, and the set is shown on LEGO's official retail channels where pre-orders and purchases will be handled.
The Donkey Kong Arcade set will likely appeal to collectors of Nintendo memorabilia as well as adult LEGO builders who collect licensed or retro-themed display models.
The product also reiterates LEGO's ongoing collaboration with Nintendo IP, offering a physical collectible complementary to digital gaming platforms such as the Nintendo Switch.
For collectors and retailers, the set number (72051), piece count and dimensions are key details for display planning and inventory.
Fans interested in purchasing can find the set on LEGO’s official site at launch.
The licensed build recreates an iconic Donkey Kong arcade level and is positioned as a retro decor collectible for adult builders and Nintendo fans.
The announcement and product details are listed on the LEGO website.
Set overview and technical specs
The Donkey Kong Arcade set is a 1,367-piece model that measures approximately 15.5 inches (39 cm) high, 10.5 inches (27 cm) wide and 5.5 inches (15 cm) deep.
The display-style build is designed to replicate the look and play loop of the original arcade game and is intended as a tabletop or shelf piece for game rooms and home offices.
What LEGO says about the model (paraphrased)
- LEGO describes the Donkey Kong Arcade as a retro decor building set for adults that recreates the original arcade game's look and feel.
- The model includes authentic visual details: character minifigures representing Jumpman, Donkey Kong and Lady, as well as stage scaffolding, ladders and hammer elements.
- A mechanical feature circulates barrels in a continuous loop; a lever releases one of the set's 21 barrels at a time, while a joystick and button mechanism moves Jumpman and triggers his jump action.
- LEGO highlights the set as a gift idea for adult fans of Donkey Kong and related Nintendo properties and notes compatibility with the LEGO Builder app, which provides 3D building instructions and set tracking.
Availability and audience
LEGO lists the release date as August 1, 2026, and the set is shown on LEGO's official retail channels where pre-orders and purchases will be handled.
The Donkey Kong Arcade set will likely appeal to collectors of Nintendo memorabilia as well as adult LEGO builders who collect licensed or retro-themed display models.
The product also reiterates LEGO's ongoing collaboration with Nintendo IP, offering a physical collectible complementary to digital gaming platforms such as the Nintendo Switch.
For collectors and retailers, the set number (72051), piece count and dimensions are key details for display planning and inventory.
Fans interested in purchasing can find the set on LEGO’s official site at launch.
