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Set #72046

Game Boy

Name: Game Boy
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 72046-1
Availability: InStock

The LEGO Game Boy is a nostalgic trip down memory lane.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for teens and adults who love video games and nostalgic builds ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 421 pcs

★★★★☆ 4.2

Fans appreciate the nostalgic design and clever building techniques, but some find the lack of play features disappointing. The set is generally considered a great display piece for both LEGO and gaming enthusiasts.

MSRP

$59.99

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$51.99

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$59.99

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📝 Our Take

The LEGO Game Boy is a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Capturing the iconic handheld console in brick form, this set perfectly blends retro gaming with LEGO's signature building experience, making it a must-have for fans of both.

This set is perfect for adult LEGO enthusiasts and gamers alike. The build is engaging without being overly complex, offering a satisfying project that results in a fantastic display piece. The interactive elements, like the swappable game cartridges, add an extra layer of fun.

Skip this if you prefer action-packed playsets or intricate, advanced builds. While charming, the Game Boy is primarily a display model. Consider LEGO Super Mario sets for more interactive play or larger, more complex builds like the NES console for a similar but more challenging experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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421

Pieces

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4.5h

Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Faithful recreation of the original Game Boy design
Clever use of slopes and tiles to capture the console's shape
Interactive features like swappable game cartridges
Sturdy build that's great for display

📈 Investment Analysis

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The LEGO Game Boy has solid investment potential due to its nostalgic appeal, the enduring popularity of the Super Mario theme, and its reasonable price point. The set's unique design and interactive features should attract both LEGO collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts. While not a limited edition, its cultural significance and the LEGO Group's track record with similar nostalgia-driven sets suggest a good chance of appreciation over time. However, potential investors should be aware that market trends can change, and the overall LEGO market could influence its long-term value.

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📦 Full Parts Inventory - 131 unique parts • 395 total pieces

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 10117702 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Tile 6 x 6 with B...

Part #: 10202 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 114637 1× Trans-Clear

Plastic Sheet wit...

Part #: 114639 1× Trans-Clear

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Tile 2 x 2 Corner

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Plate 3 x 3 Cross

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Tile 1 x 4 with G...

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Tile 2 x 3

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Brick 2 x 4

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Brick 1 x 4

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Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

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Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

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Plate 2 x 2

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Plate 4 x 8

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Brick Special 1 x...

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Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...

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Plate 1 x 8

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Brick 1 x 3

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Brick 1 x 3

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Plate 1 x 3

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Plate 1 x 3

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Plate 1 x 3

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Plate 1 x 6

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Plate 1 x 6

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Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

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Plate 1 x 4

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Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 37352 1× Light Bluish Gray

Equipment Cup / T...

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Plate 6 x 6

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Technic Pin Long ...

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Tile 1 x 8 with G...

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Tile 1 x 8 with G...

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Tile 1 x 8 with G...

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Tile 1 x 8 with D...

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Tile 1 x 8 with D...

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Tile 1 x 8 with D...

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Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 1× Light Bluish Gray

Door Frame 1 x 6 x 6

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Glass for Frame 1...

Part #: 42509 1× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 2 x...

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Slope 45° 2 x 8

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Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 10

Part #: 4477 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Arch 1 x 3

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Technic Axle Conn...

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Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

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Hinge Plate 3 x 4...

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Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 5924 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tyre 14 x 4 Smoot...

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Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

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Plate Special 1 x...

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Plate 1 x 12

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Plate Special 1 x...

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Part #: 6320pr0001 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3 with W...

Part #: 63864pr0066 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Part #: 6541 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 12 T...

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Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

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Tile 1 x 6 with D...

Part #: 6636pr0049 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 6 with W...

Part #: 6636pr0050 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 66897 2× Light Bluish Gray

Kufi [PLAIN]

Part #: 68516 2× Magenta

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 68568 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 1× Black

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 6 with L...

Part #: 69729pr0057 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 72132 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 73764 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3 with ...

Part #: 73831 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3 with ...

Part #: 73831 1× Medium Nougat

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 7435pr0001 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 7452 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 3 x 3 Corner

Part #: 77844 2× Medium Nougat

Plate 3 x 3 Corner

Part #: 77844 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 77845 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 77845 6× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 77850 7× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 78256 3× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 2L with Stop ...

Part #: 78258 5× Tan

Plate 1 x 5

Part #: 78329 2× Medium Nougat

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 79389 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 79389 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 79491 1× Light Bluish Gray

Rubber Belt Small...

Part #: 85543 1× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 1× Pearl Gold

Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...

Part #: 85984 4× Black

Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...

Part #: 86996 1× Reddish Brown

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 2× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with D...

Part #: 87079pr9840 1× Light Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 2 x 2 [...

Part #: 87552 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Yellow

Slope 75° 2 x 2 x...

Part #: 98560 4× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 2× Dark Bluish Gray

This set provides a good selection of Light Bluish Gray elements, useful for building various models. The curved slopes and grille tiles are particularly handy for adding detail and texture to MOCs.