Mario Kart LEGO Sets Launch Globally: Six New Nintendo-Themed Builds Hit Stores
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Published on: January 03, 2025
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Nintendo and LEGO have kicked off 2025 with a fresh wave of collectibles as the hotly anticipated Mario Kart LEGO sets officially launch in stores this week.
These new sets represent a significant expansion to the popular Super Mario LEGO line, further solidifying the partnership between Nintendo and the iconic brick-building company.
As one of the gaming industry’s most recognizable franchises, Mario Kart now joins the ranks alongside Super Mario and Animal Crossing with carefully crafted sets designed to appeal to longtime fans, collectors, and creative builders alike.
The newly released Mario Kart LEGO range features six distinct sets, each focusing on favorite characters and customizable vehicles from the beloved racing series.
Fans can now get hands-on with builds including Yoshi Bike [72031], Standard Kart [72032], Toad's Garage [72035], Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo [72033], Baby Mario vs.
Baby Luigi [72034], and the Baby Peach & Grand Prix Set [72036].
Each set captures the signature charm and color of Nintendo’s Mario Kart universe, while incorporating the classic interactivity and creative potential for which LEGO products are renowned.
According to the official announcement, the design team at LEGO worked closely with Nintendo to ensure that each set evokes the sense of speed and competition synonymous with Mario Kart.
A LEGO representative stated that the collaborative process focused on achieving both “authenticity for fans of the games and playability for younger builders,” highlighting the mutual commitment to quality and innovation.
The Standard Kart set, in particular, has quickly garnered interest among the gaming community, leading polls as the most anticipated build from the selection.
Other sets, like Toad’s Garage, introduce new levels of customization, allowing players to swap out parts and personalize their racers in true Mario Kart fashion.
This release follows the recent trend of bringing more Nintendo properties into the LEGO ecosystem, with three new Animal Crossing LEGO sets also arriving in stores this week.
These tie-ins underscore Nintendo’s broader strategy to reach audiences beyond traditional gaming platforms like the Nintendo Switch, continually expanding its presence in toys and collectibles.
Since the debut of the LEGO Super Mario line in 2020, collaborative products have seen remarkable success, driving substantial sales both on the eShop and at physical retailers.
The addition of the Mario Kart series is expected to further boost both brands, leveraging their shared emphasis on creative play and family-friendly fun.
All Mario Kart LEGO sets are available for purchase now through official LEGO retailers and select partner stores.
For fans looking to expand their Nintendo-themed collections or seeking a new hands-on building experience, these sets offer a fresh and engaging way to celebrate one of gaming’s most iconic racing franchises.
