WipEout 30th Anniversary: Fan-Made Lego Set Gains Momentum for Official Release
WipEout, the acclaimed anti-gravity racing series first launched by Psygnosis (later Studio Liverpool) on the original PlayStation in 1995, is gearing up for a major milestone.
As the franchise approaches its 30th anniversary in 2025, fans and industry veterans alike are joining forces to celebrate one of gaming's most visually striking and musically innovative racing titles.
Among the commemorative efforts already underway, a standout initiative is generating significant buzz: a meticulously designed fan-made Lego set inspired by WipEout's iconic FEISAR FX400 ship, currently gathering support through the Lego Ideas platform. The Lego Ideas portal allows enthusiasts to submit custom Lego set concepts, with those reaching 10,000 public votes advancing for review as potential official products.
Spearheading this effort is creator Bryan77233, who credits his fascination with WipEout's distinctive vehicle art since playing the original on PlayStation 1 in 1997.
"Creating this model project was a joy, as I drew from both official Studio Liverpool concept art and inventive fan illustrations," Bryan explains. Consisting of 1,905 individual pieces and weighing 1.8 kg (approximately 64.7 oz), the proposed Lego set centers around the unmistakable triangular form of the FEISAR FX400, a mainstay racing craft in the series.
Additional thoughtful touches include a display cradle, two in-race power-up plates, and a pair of detailed repair drones.
According to Bryan, while maintaining the signature FX400 design was key, he sought to enhance the build with imaginative features for collectors and WipEout enthusiasts alike. The project has drawn praise from the WipEout community and series alumni.
Nick Burcombe, co-creator of the original WipEout, expressed his enthusiasm on social media, remarking that realizing this set through community support would serve as a fantastic 30th Anniversary celebration for the franchise—offering fans the chance to see the legendary ship immortalized as a collectors’ edition Lego figure. Backing for the project also comes from Tim Wright, renowned composer for the WipEout series under the moniker CoLDSTorRAGE, who has encouraged fans to help bring the Lego set to life.
Should the submission reach the 10,000-vote threshold within the current 190-day voting window, the set will be reviewed for potential approval—contingent upon collaboration from Sony, the future rights holders of the WipEout IP. Since its debut nearly three decades ago, WipEout has left a significant mark on the racing genre, boasting multiple entries across PlayStation, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, and even appearances on Nintendo hardware via compilation soundtracks and legacy references.
The anniversary-inspired Lego initiative exemplifies the enduring appeal and cross-generational legacy of the WipEout franchise. Fans eager to commemorate WipEout’s 30th anniversary can support Bryan77233’s Lego FEISAR FX400 project on the official Lego Ideas website.
As anticipation builds leading up to the anniversary in 2025, this community-driven venture stands out as a unique tribute to the legacy of one of gaming’s most distinctive racing titles.
As the franchise approaches its 30th anniversary in 2025, fans and industry veterans alike are joining forces to celebrate one of gaming's most visually striking and musically innovative racing titles.
Among the commemorative efforts already underway, a standout initiative is generating significant buzz: a meticulously designed fan-made Lego set inspired by WipEout's iconic FEISAR FX400 ship, currently gathering support through the Lego Ideas platform. The Lego Ideas portal allows enthusiasts to submit custom Lego set concepts, with those reaching 10,000 public votes advancing for review as potential official products.
Spearheading this effort is creator Bryan77233, who credits his fascination with WipEout's distinctive vehicle art since playing the original on PlayStation 1 in 1997.
"Creating this model project was a joy, as I drew from both official Studio Liverpool concept art and inventive fan illustrations," Bryan explains. Consisting of 1,905 individual pieces and weighing 1.8 kg (approximately 64.7 oz), the proposed Lego set centers around the unmistakable triangular form of the FEISAR FX400, a mainstay racing craft in the series.
Additional thoughtful touches include a display cradle, two in-race power-up plates, and a pair of detailed repair drones.
According to Bryan, while maintaining the signature FX400 design was key, he sought to enhance the build with imaginative features for collectors and WipEout enthusiasts alike. The project has drawn praise from the WipEout community and series alumni.
Nick Burcombe, co-creator of the original WipEout, expressed his enthusiasm on social media, remarking that realizing this set through community support would serve as a fantastic 30th Anniversary celebration for the franchise—offering fans the chance to see the legendary ship immortalized as a collectors’ edition Lego figure. Backing for the project also comes from Tim Wright, renowned composer for the WipEout series under the moniker CoLDSTorRAGE, who has encouraged fans to help bring the Lego set to life.
Should the submission reach the 10,000-vote threshold within the current 190-day voting window, the set will be reviewed for potential approval—contingent upon collaboration from Sony, the future rights holders of the WipEout IP. Since its debut nearly three decades ago, WipEout has left a significant mark on the racing genre, boasting multiple entries across PlayStation, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, and even appearances on Nintendo hardware via compilation soundtracks and legacy references.
The anniversary-inspired Lego initiative exemplifies the enduring appeal and cross-generational legacy of the WipEout franchise. Fans eager to commemorate WipEout’s 30th anniversary can support Bryan77233’s Lego FEISAR FX400 project on the official Lego Ideas website.
As anticipation builds leading up to the anniversary in 2025, this community-driven venture stands out as a unique tribute to the legacy of one of gaming’s most distinctive racing titles.
