Leaked LEGO Super Mario Lineup Points to Budget-Friendly Minifigures for 2027
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
A new leak indicates that LEGO's upcoming January 2027 Super Mario wave will finally introduce traditional minifigures at surprisingly affordable price points.
The collaborative brick empire between LEGO and Nintendo is reportedly getting a massive shakeup. According to a recent report by GameRant detailing leaks from Unibricks, the upcoming January 2027 wave of LEGO Super Mario sets will finally introduce traditional minifigures to the theme. Since the partnership kicked off back in 2020, collectors and fans have seen over 180 sets launch without standard character figures, relying instead on interactive digital figures and brick-built designs. That six-year drought looks ready to end with eight rumored sets hitting shelves early next year.
What makes this rumored lineup particularly noteworthy for collectors is the price point. Licensed LEGO sets routinely carry a heavy price premium, but this upcoming wave leans heavily into budget-friendly territory. Five of the rumored sets are slated to cost between $9.99 and $29.99, including pocket-sized builds like Mario's Pipe Jump and Mario Kart themed sets featuring Luigi and Bowser Jr. Even the larger items in the leak, such as a Bowser castle set, top out at $99.99, offering a refreshing contrast to massive collector pieces like the recent $179.99 Luigi and Mach 8 kit.
Of course, these details are still unconfirmed rumors and schedules can shift ahead of production. Still, shifting toward accessible, play-focused builds with actual minifigures is a massive win for younger fans and display builders alike. If the leaks hold true, January 2027 is going to offer a much cheaper way to bring the Mushroom Kingdom to your desk or shelf.
Tags: LEGO, Nintendo, Super Mario, Tabletop Gaming
Original article: Game Rant