Top LEGO Nintendo Sets for All Ages

Several years ago, LEGO and Nintendo forged a creative partnership that has since produced some of LEGO's most inspired and accessible sets. Initially, in 2020, LEGO made a clear distinction between sets aimed at children and those designed for adults. Children were introduced to Super Mario playsets, which combined digital and physical elements, allowing them to construct their own Super Mario courses. Meanwhile, adults were treated to iconic replicas that sparked waves of nostalgia among Gen-X fans.

Over the years, LEGO has intentionally blurred the lines between its child and adult audiences. The newer LEGO sets for kids have become more complex and engaging, while the adult sets have taken on a more playful and whimsical style. This shift aligns well with Nintendo's family-friendly ethos, making the LEGO sets appealing to a wide range of ages.

Adventures with Interactive LEGO Mario

6 $49.99 at Target Set: #71439 Age Range: 6+ Piece Count: 218 Dimensions: 1.5 inches high, 4 inches wide, 3 inches deep Price: $49.99

The LEGO Super Mario playsets let you create your own Mario courses. With an LED Mario figurine, you can scan barcodes on enemies and obstacles to trigger audio feedback, including music and classic Mario sounds. The coins you collect are tracked in an app that syncs with Mario and records your progress.

This starter set includes the essential Mario LED figure, required for all other expansion sets to function. It also comes with a starting pipe, a Yoshi figure, a flagpole, and a Bowser Jr. figure riding in a Junior Clown Car.

Mario Kart – Standard Kart

3 $19.99 at Amazon Set: #72032 Age Range: 7+ Piece Count: 174 Dimensions: 1.5 inches high, 5.5 inches long, 3 inches wide Price: $19.99

The Mario Kart sets are designed to work with the Interactive Mario LED figure from the Adventures starter set. This classic Kart build includes a Glider, a Toad pit crew member, and a launching mechanism for Green and Red Shells, making it an ideal starting point for designing race courses. At just $19.99, it's an affordable entry into the world of LEGO Mario Kart.

The Bowser Express Train

1 See it at Amazon Set: #71437 Age Range: 9+ Piece Count: 1392 Dimensions: 8.5 inches high, 26.5 inches long, 4.5 inches wide Price: $119.99

The Bowser Express Train is a quirky, colorful set featuring a massive Bowser head on the front of its engine. It includes six baddies: a Hammer Bro, a Boom Boom, two Goombas, and two Para-Biddybuds. This set is perfect for fans looking for a fun and unique addition to their collection.

LEGO Piranha Plant

10 $59.99 save 20% $47.95 at Amazon Set: #71426 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 540 Dimensions: 9 inches high, 4.5 inches wide, 6.5 inches deep Price: $59.99

We built this set for its launch and were impressed by its quality and charm. The LEGO Piranha Plant is both adorable and well-crafted, offering great value at its price point. It's a must-have for any LEGO enthusiast.

LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog Green Hill Zone LEGO Set

3 $69.99 at Amazon Set: #21331 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 1125 Dimensions: 7 inches high, 14 inches wide, 2.5 inches deep Price: $79.99

While not strictly a Nintendo franchise, Sonic the Hedgehog has become closely associated with Nintendo through collaborations. This set recreates the iconic Green Hill Zone 1, complete with a loop and a confident Sonic minifigure. It's an excellent choice for adult beginners looking to explore LEGO building.

LEGO Animal Crossing Nook’s Cranny & Rosie's House

3 $74.99 save 20% $59.95 at Amazon Set: #77050 Age Range: 7+ Piece Count: 535 Dimensions: 6 inches high, 15 inches wide, 5.5 inches deep Price: $74.99

Nintendo's expansion into Animal Crossing LEGO sets began in March 2024 with this set, which includes Tom Nook's shop and Rosie the Cat's cottage. It's a great start for fans looking to build their own Animal Crossing village.

Fly With Dodo Airlines

1 $37.99 See it at Amazon Set: #77051 Age Range: 7+ Piece Count: 292 Dimensions: 5 inches high, 10.5 inches wide, 3.5 inches deep Price: $37.99

Another beloved location from Animal Crossing, Dodo Airlines lets you recreate the seaplane and dock/jetty, complete with minifigures of Wilbur and Tangy for roleplay scenarios.

LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi

5 Set #71438, includes 1,215 pieces. $129.99 at Amazon Set: #71438 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 1215 Dimensions: 15.5 inches high, 10 inches wide, 4 inches deep Price: $129.99

This nostalgic set features Mario and Yoshi in a dynamic build that moves with the turn of a crank. Yoshi's feet, head, and arm, as well as Mario's cape, all move, and a separate mechanism makes Yoshi open his mouth and stick out his tongue. The vibrant 16-bit colors make this set a standout.

LEGO Great Deku Tree Set

9 Set #77092, includes 2,500 pieces. This 2-in-1 set lets you build the Great Deku Tree in the style of Ocarina of Time or Breath of the Wild with the same pieces. $299.99 at LEGO Store Set: #77092 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 2500 Dimensions: 13 inches tall Price: $299.99

This 2-in-1 set allows you to choose between the Ocarina of Time or Breath of the Wild versions of the Great Deku Tree. It includes three versions of Link, Princess Zelda, and accessories like the Master Sword and Hylian Shield. While it's a fun build, it's on the pricier side.

LEGO Super Mario The Mighty Bowser

5 See it at Amazon Set: #71411 Age Range: 18+ Piece Count: 2807 Dimensions: 12.5 inches high, 16 inches wide, 11 inches deep Price: $269.99

The Mighty Bowser is one of the finest LEGO Nintendo sets, featuring a large, cartoonish, and charming build of Mario's ultimate adversary. It's bigger than expected and includes a spring-loaded mechanism for Bowser to "breathe fire."

How Many LEGO Nintendo Sets Are There?

As of January 2025, there are 34 LEGO Super Mario sets, 18 LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog sets, ten LEGO Animal Crossing sets, and 1 LEGO The Legend of Zelda set available for purchase on the official LEGO store.

What's Does the Future of LEGO Nintendo Look Like?

The Mighty Bowser, while technically an expansion playset, is marketed as a standalone set, reflecting a new approach for LEGO Nintendo in 2024 and beyond. This approach blurs the lines between children's and adults' sets, focusing on engaging builds rather than just play features.

The initial Super Mario playsets were too simplistic, even for children, emphasizing play over the joy of building. Now, with sets like The Mighty Bowser, LEGO is returning to its strengths, creating more detailed and engaging builds that appeal to both children and adults. This shift bodes well for the future of LEGO Nintendo sets.

For more LEGO fun, check out our lists of the best Star Wars LEGO sets, best Harry Potter LEGO sets, and best Marvel LEGO sets.