We reported on a rumored LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set a couple of weeks ago, and lo and behold, the scuttlebutt has become reality. The LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set is indeed real, and it will be releasing August 1, 2026. You can get a nice, long look at it right down below:
Here’s what LEGO says about the set:
- ARCADE GAME COLLECTIBLE – Relive the fun of playing the iconic original arcade game with the Donkey Kong Arcade (72051), a LEGO retro decor building set for adults
- AUTHENTIC DETAILS – Create a Donkey Kong arcade level featuring Jumpman, Donkey Kong and Lady, scaffold, ladder and hammer details, plus a mechanism to circulate the barrels in a continuous loop
- JUMP AND DODGE PLAY – Pull the lever to release one of the 21 barrels at a time, move Jumpman with the joystick and press the button to make him jump over the barrels
- RETRO DECOR DISPLAY – This model celebrates the original Donkey Kong arcade game and makes a nostalgic display piece for your game room, on a shelf or in a home office
- GAMER GIFT IDEA FOR ADULTS – Treat yourself or give this cool piece of video game merch to men, women or any adult fans of Donkey Kong, Super Mario and retro decor
- 3D BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS – With the LEGO Builder app, you can create your models using 3D instructions, track your progress andsave all your sets within the app
- DIMENSIONS – This 1,367-piece set measures over 15.5 in. (39 cm) high, 10.5 in. (27 cm) wide and 5.5 in. (15 cm) deep
If you’re interested in pre-ordering, you can click this link here. Recall that some LEGO Nintendo sets are being sunsetted, so pounce while you have the chance when you see any you like. Will you be buying the LEGO Donkey Kong Arcade set? Share with us below and on social media!
Source: LEGO Website