"Because that's how I feel about the $60 Lego Nintendo Game Boy. It's better than the fan-made Lego Game Boy that I asked Nintendo to make. It's even better than I hoped when Lego officially revealed the set. This isn't just a statue that looks like my original 1989 Game Boy; it's a joy to build and feels fantastic in the hands. You can press every button, spin every dial, roll the D-pad, and throw a satisfyingly snappy power switch."
"Though it doesn't light up one bit, its lenticular moving images were enough to momentarily surprise friends and family into asking: "Does it actually play games?" The set even has a few hidden Easter eggs. And yet, I can't help wanting more. Let's do something different for this review: Let's make it a show and tell. If you're a video person, start by tapping on my Instagram embed above, or TikTok, or YouTube."
The $60 Lego Nintendo Game Boy replicates the 1989 Game Boy's size, shape, and visual cues with precise proportions and tactile controls. The build permits pressing buttons, spinning dials, rolling the D-pad, and flipping a satisfyingly snappy power switch. Lenticular moving images create an illusion of gameplay and include hidden Easter eggs that surprise onlookers. Some molded details deviate slightly, such as gray labels, square bezel corners, and A/B button proportions. The overall build feels joyful, sturdy, and engaging, combining display appeal with hands-on interaction while prompting a desire for small improvements.
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