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Lego Super-Sizes Mario: A 1,972-Piece Kart That's Ready to Race Into Your Collection!

Forget minifigs! Lego's unveiling a jumbo-sized Mario Kart set, complete with posable Mario and display stand. But can your shelf handle this brick-built behemoth hitting the track in May 2025?

Lego Super-Sizes Mario: A 1,972-Piece Kart That's Ready to Race Into Your Collection!

Lego is taking Mario Kart to the next level with a brand-new set that's larger than life! Forget those mini-figures, we're talking about a 1,972-piece behemoth that's ready to rev its brick-built engine and race into your collection.

Ready to Supersize Your Mario Collection?

Following the debut of Lego's Mario Kart collection last August, prepare for an addition that dwarfs the rest. This isn't just another racer; at 12.5 inches long and 8.5 inches tall, this Mario Kart set, featuring Mario in his iconic kart, is the largest Lego Mario Kart build to date.

This set isn't just big; it's a statement. A declaration of your love for all things Mario and Lego!

Pre-Order Now, Race Later (May 15th, 2025!)

The set is available for preorder now through Lego's website for $169.99. But patience, young Padawan! You'll have to wait until May 15th, 2025, for it to cross the finish line and arrive at your doorstep.

What Makes This Set a Must-Have?

  • Jumbo-Sized Mario: The set includes the largest buildable version of Mario Lego has ever created, boasting a detailed face and posable head and arms.
  • Dynamic Display: When you're not "racing" it across your desk, the included buildable display stand lets you showcase the kart at a "dynamic angle," as if it's drifting mid-race.
  • Impressive Scale: At 12.5 inches long and 8.5 inches tall, this set is a true centerpiece for any Lego or Mario enthusiast.

MAR10 Day Announcement: More Than Just Bricks

This announcement coincides with Nintendo's MAR10 Day celebrations, the annual March 10th holiday dedicated to the company's mascot. But that's not all...

What About the New Mario Kart Game and the Switch 2?

A new Mario Kart game is anticipated alongside the release of the Switch 2 later this year. Keep your eyes peeled for the Nintendo Direct presentation on April 2nd, 2025, where we hope to get answers to burning questions, such as:

  • How will the redesigned Joy-Con controllers attach to the console?
  • What additional functionality will they introduce?
  • Is Amiibo support continuing?

The future of Mario Kart, both in the digital and brick-built worlds, looks bright!