Nintendo and LEGO have officially revealed the LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set, a detailed, buildable replica of the original Donkey Kong arcade cabinet.
Announced by Nintendo of America on July 23, 2026, the set is scheduled to release on August 1, 2026 and recreates key elements from Nintendo’s seminal 1981 arcade title.
The set includes mini-figures for Donkey Kong, Jumpman (the character who would later become Mario) and Pauline, and is described as “semi-playable.” The physical build incorporates a working lever that releases barrels, along with a joystick and button mechanism that allow players to make Jumpman move and jump over obstacles — mechanics that mirror the core play loop of the original arcade game.
In a social post accompanying the announcement, Nintendo of America used a playful tone to engage fans, signaling enthusiasm and nostalgia for the property.
The company’s message underscored the crossover appeal of a collectible LEGO release tied to one of Nintendo’s earliest and most influential arcade successes.
Donkey Kong first arrived in arcades in 1981 and helped establish Nintendo as a major player in video games.
The original cabinet’s characters and gameplay have become iconic: Jumpman later evolved into Mario, and Pauline is widely recognized as the franchise’s earliest female lead.
This LEGO set aims to celebrate that legacy by replicating the cabinet’s look and giving fans a tactile, interactive model.
This is a physical collectible sold through traditional retail and LEGO channels; it is not a digital title and will not be distributed through the Nintendo eShop or as a Nintendo Switch release.
Fans looking for product availability should monitor official LEGO and Nintendo communications for retail details and regional release information.
The LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set arrives August 1, 2026, offering collectors and longtime Nintendo followers a nostalgic, hands-on interpretation of a classic arcade piece.
Given Donkey Kong’s long-running influence across Nintendo platforms and its place in gaming history, the set represents both a collectible display model and a playable tribute to one of Nintendo’s earliest hits.
Announced by Nintendo of America on July 23, 2026, the set is scheduled to release on August 1, 2026 and recreates key elements from Nintendo’s seminal 1981 arcade title.
The set includes mini-figures for Donkey Kong, Jumpman (the character who would later become Mario) and Pauline, and is described as “semi-playable.” The physical build incorporates a working lever that releases barrels, along with a joystick and button mechanism that allow players to make Jumpman move and jump over obstacles — mechanics that mirror the core play loop of the original arcade game.
In a social post accompanying the announcement, Nintendo of America used a playful tone to engage fans, signaling enthusiasm and nostalgia for the property.
The company’s message underscored the crossover appeal of a collectible LEGO release tied to one of Nintendo’s earliest and most influential arcade successes.
Donkey Kong first arrived in arcades in 1981 and helped establish Nintendo as a major player in video games.
The original cabinet’s characters and gameplay have become iconic: Jumpman later evolved into Mario, and Pauline is widely recognized as the franchise’s earliest female lead.
This LEGO set aims to celebrate that legacy by replicating the cabinet’s look and giving fans a tactile, interactive model.
This is a physical collectible sold through traditional retail and LEGO channels; it is not a digital title and will not be distributed through the Nintendo eShop or as a Nintendo Switch release.
Fans looking for product availability should monitor official LEGO and Nintendo communications for retail details and regional release information.
The LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set arrives August 1, 2026, offering collectors and longtime Nintendo followers a nostalgic, hands-on interpretation of a classic arcade piece.
Given Donkey Kong’s long-running influence across Nintendo platforms and its place in gaming history, the set represents both a collectible display model and a playable tribute to one of Nintendo’s earliest hits.
