Lego’s Donkey Kong arcade machine lets Mario jump endless barrels
Nintendo and Lego have revealed a playable arcade set celebrating the debut of Donkey Kong and Mario.
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The brief
Lego and Nintendo have officially announced the LEGO 72051 Donkey Kong Arcade set. This new release allows users to build a playable arcade machine that recreates the classic experience of Mario jumping endless barrels.
Coverage from Polygon, IGN, and The Verge emphasizes the official reveal of the set. Nintendo and Jay's Brick Blog further highlight the kit as a celebration of the debut of Mario and Donkey Kong.
Further details regarding the set's release are expected as the official announcement from Nintendo and Lego has now been made public.
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Quick answers
What is the set number for the Lego Donkey Kong Arcade?
The set is identified as LEGO 72051.
Is the arcade machine playable?
Yes, coverage describes it as a playable arcade machine.
Which characters are featured in the set?
The set features Donkey Kong and Mario.
Coverage (5)
- Nintendo and Lego officially reveal new Donkey Kong arcade set Polygon.com · 18h ago
- LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade Set Officially Announced IGN · 18h ago
- LEGO 72051 Donkey Kong Arcade lets you build a playable arcade machine celebrating DK and Mario's debut Jay's Brick Blog · 18h ago
- Relive the classic with the new LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade nintendo.com · 18h ago
- Lego’s Donkey Kong arcade machine lets Mario jump endless barrels The Verge · 18h ago
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