In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second week of October 2019.

A life-size LEGO Star Wars™ X-Wing has landed on the Jungfraujoch. Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details.

TBB NEWS: This week we saw an X-Wing land atop a mountain and got a peek at 8 new Star Wars sets released for Triple Force Friday!

• 8 new Star Wars sets and discounts galore arrive for Triple Force Friday – Triple Force Friday sales may be over but you can still check out all 8 new Star Wars sets, which are on sale now.
• Close to the stars: LEGO Star Wars X-Wing lands on the top of Europe – LEGO GmbH kicked off Triple Force Friday with a life-size LEGO Star Wars X-Wing starfighter landing high on the Swiss Alps.
• Introducing the Like Launcher [Video] – Learn how to get more likes with janbenedict_yap’s LEGO Like Launcher

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In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the first week of October 2019.

We review the new LEGO Technic Liebherr-R-9800-Excavator, but is it worth the hefty price tag? Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS: This week we saw LEGO and Top Gear partner up, a new car was added to the Speed Champions line and we reviewed the new LEGO Technic Liebherr-R-9800-Excavator. Plus, we’re looking for a few good folks to join our team in a variety or roles. Do you have the skills?

• LEGO adds Jaguar Formula E and I-PACE vehicles to the Speed Champions lineup – LEGO and Panasonic Jaguar Racing are teaming up for the newest Speed Champions set, which features Jaguar I-TYPE and I-PACE vehicles.
• Moving mountains with the new LEGO Technic 42100 Liebherr R 9800 Excavator [Review] – We are building, testing and enjoying the biggest LEGO Technic set to date. Despite its outstanding playability, the set still deserves a lot of criticism…
• LEGO Star Wars 75252 UCS Imperial Star Destroyer and 10267 Winter Village Gingerbread House available now – Two of the latest LEGO sets are now available. We also have details about upcoming “Triple Force Friday” deals later this week.
• LEGO partners with BBC’s Top Gear for new Technic set – LEGO is joining with the BBC to create a brand new Technic set based on the popular TV show Top Gear.
• TBB is recruiting for Social Media Manager and DevOps Engineer roles – If you’d like to be part of the team that supports a diverse, global audience of highly engaged LEGO fans, TBB is looking to fill two very special roles to help support our growth.

OTHER NEWS: There were quite a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• LEGOLAND NEW YORK RESORT ANNOUNCES IT’S OFFICIALLY OPENING ON JULY 4, 2020, LEGOLAND – LEGOLAND New York Resort will be the largest LEGOLAND theme park ever built.
• Creativity is being “brushed aside” by digital media says Lego’s head of design, Dezeen – As the LEGO Group launches its “Rebuild the World” campaign, Matthew Ashton, the toy company’s VP of design, explains how it is embracing digital technology and licensing agreements to encourage children to play.
• Hershey’s, Levi’s And LEGO – Big Companies That Are Giving Back, CEO World – More and more big corporations are stepping up to demonstrate that they are good corporate citizens that will support and invest in the communities that made them what they are.
• 3D printing community hit by LEGO takedown notices, 3D Printing Industry – Last week, 3D Printing Industry learned that the LEGO Group is targeting the 3D printing fan community with a series of takedown notices.
• Ai Weiwei: ‘I’m surprised more artists don’t use Lego’, Evening Standard – Dissident Chinese artist Ai Weiwei says he is “surprised” that more artists do not use LEGO bricks after making his latest works of political protest with it.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the fourth week of September 2019.

We take a an in-depth look at the massive Imperial Star Destroyer. Does it measure up? Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details.

TBB NEWS, REVIEWS AND GIVEAWAYS: This week we saw the announcement of three new LEGO Ideas sets, reviewed the Imperial Star Destroyer and saw a slew of new Star Wars sets revealed. Meanwhile, there’s still time to participate in the TBB Banquet project coming up next week at BrickCon 2019!

• The Pirate Bay, 123 Sesame Street, and Playable LEGO Piano projects are the new LEGO Ideas sets – The Pirate Bay project by Bricky_Brick, 123 Sesame Street project by bulldoozer21, and Playable LEGO Piano project by SleepyCow have all been announced to become the next official LEGO Ideas sets.
• New LEGO Star Wars sets announced for Rise of Skywalker and The Mandalorian – LEGO announces 8 new sets from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and Star Wars: The Mandalorian.
• Free tickets to BrickCon 2019 LEGO Exhibition in Seattle [Giveaway] – BrickCon will be in full swing next weekend, so we are giving away some tickets to the LEGO exhibition.
• Announcing the TBB Banquet brick-built food collab for BrickCon 2019 – Do you like brick-built brunches? Studded snacks? How about AFOL appetizers and MOC munchies? Then you’ll want to attend the TBB Banquet!
• LEGO and Amazon launch a Mindstorms voice-powered robotics challenge – LEGO and Amazon are giving away some serious prizes in their Mindstorms voice challenge.
• LEGO Star Wars 75252 Ultimate Collector Series Imperial Star Destroyer [Review] – We take a hard look at the new LEGO Star Wars 75252 UCS Imperial Star Destroyer. Is it more than a big gray wedge?

OTHER NEWS: There were quite a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• A new exhibition features classic art masterpieces recreated with Lego bricks, TimeOut – If you’ve ever wanted to see some of art history’s greatest masterpieces re-imagined in LEGO blocks, now’s your chance: Starting September 28, the New York Hall of Science.
• Interview with Jamie Berard, Design Manager for 10267 Gingerbread House, Brickset – Brickset had an opportunity to speak with Jamie Berard at the Fan Media Days in Billund earlier this year, discussing several Creator Expert sets from 2019.
• The LEGO Group is ranked first place in Corporate Responsibility Study, The LEGO Group – The LEGO Group is ranked first place in Reputation Institute’s 2019 Global Corporate Responsibility Study
• ‘Haunted’ Lego and Fortnite blaster tipped as top Christmas toys, The Guardian UK – Hamleys unveils 10 expected bestsellers amid efforts to mix physical play and internet

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the third week of September 2019.

LEGO launches a new worldwide campaign. Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS: This week we got a look at some new holiday Brickheadz, reviewed the delicious Winter Village Gingerbread House and puzzled our way through LEGO’s new ad campaign.

• LEGO Star Wars UCS Imperial Star Destroyer and Winter Village Gingerbread House now available for VIPs – Two new LEGO sets are now available, so act fast to get the Star Wars UCS Imperial Star Destroyer and Winter Village Gingerbread House before they go out of stock and have to be backordered.
• Christmas themed BrickHeadz LEGO 40353 Reindeer, Elf and Elfie revealed – We’ve spotted another Brickheadz coming to celebrate the winter holidays. Will this set be in your Christmas stocking?
• LEGO Collectible Minifigures 71025 Series 19 Feel Guide [Review] – Whether you’re hunting for a whole Series 19 set or just a few special characters, our Feel Guide will help you get exactly what you want!
• Devour the delicious LEGO 10267 Winter Village Gingerbread House [Review] – Join us as we take a bite into the delicious Winter Village Gingerbread House and give a taste of what you can expect from this savory build.
• Announcing the TBB Banquet brick-built food collab for BrickCon 2019 – Do you like brick-built brunches? Studded snacks? How about AFOL appetizers and MOC munchies? Then you’ll want to attend the TBB Banquet!
• LEGO launches “Rebuild the World” campaign to inspire creativity in kids around the globe – See how many Easter eggs you can find in this video launching LEGO’s new “Rebuild the World” initiative.

OTHER NEWS: There were quite a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• LEGO Legacy: Heroes Unboxed FAQ , Facebook – LEGO® Legacy: Heroes Unboxed is currently in soft launch. What does that mean?
• How To Get The Entire Batman Arkham Trilogy And The Entire Lego Batman Trilogy For Free, Right Now (On PC), Forbes – Right now the Epic Games Store is offering the entire Arkham trilogy for free in addition to the entire Lego Batman trilogy.
• LEGO launches first book for adults promoting mindfulness and wellbeing, iNews – First LEGO book that is not for children joins host of self-help mental health tools.
• Overwatch’s Bastion Gets LEGO Makeover With New Skin, Screen Rant – Blizzard revealed a new Overwatch LEGO Bastion skin, which makes the lovable robot appear as though it were made entirely of LEGO bricks.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second week of September 2019.

LEGO serves up a freshly baked gingerbread treat this holiday season.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS: This week we saw the reveal of two new Technic sets, reviewed the Series 19 Collectable Minifigures, took a look at the newest entry in the Winter Village line and got a peek at the design process of the Disney Train and Station.

• • LEGO Collectible Minifigures Series 19 (71025) are back to the basics and better than ever [Review] – ere’s what we think of LEGO’s new Series 19 minifigures (hint, with 4 brand-new animals, it just might be the best series in a while!)
  • Announcing the TBB Banquet brick-built food collab for BrickCon 2019 – Do you like brick-built brunches? Studded snacks? How about AFOL appetizers and MOC munchies? Then you’ll want to attend the TBB Banquet!
  • LEGO Technic 42110 Land Rover Defender officially unveiled – This LEGO Land Rover Defender comes with more than 2,500 pieces and is the first Technic model ever to be released in olive green.

• LEGO Technic’s biggest set ever now available for pre-order: 42100 Liebherr R 9800 Excavator – The massive LEGO Technic Liebherr excavator is now available for pre-order. This huge 4,108-piece set is the biggest Technic set ever!
• Free Star Wars mini droid VIP exclusive with Droid Commander set purchase and a free LEGO lunchbox – There are two promotions at the LEGO Store online right now, a mini droid set and an awesome retro lunchbox.
• LEGO celebrates 10 years of the Winter Village with 10267 Gingerbread House – LEGO is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Winter Village line with a sweet treat, the new 10267 Gingerbread House.

TBB FEATURES AND VIDEOS

• Behind the scenes of the new LEGO 10267 Gingerbread House – Watch a hands-on tour of LEGO’s sweetest set yet, 10267 Gingerbread House to find out what was the hardest part of the model to design.
• Tom Servo and me – a journey, part 3 [Feature] – Chris Doyle has been working on a new version of his Tom Servo replica, his first big build in nearly a decade. Come along on part three of this journey of LEGO rediscovery.
• LEGO designers of the new Disney Train and Station talk about their inspirations – LEGO designer Marcos Bessa and graphic designer Austin Carlson talk about the details of the Disney Train and Station.

OTHER NEWS: There were quite a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• We’ve made updates to LEGO Ideas!, LEGO Ideas – LEGO has made quite a few changes to the way LEGO Ideas works.
• Python for EV3, LEGO Education – You can now use your EV3 Brick to unleash the power of Python programming using MicroPython.
• Making Minifigure Dioramas – San Diego Comic-Con 2019 – LEGO Model Shop, LEGO – LEGO interviews two designers (including yours truly!) on their process of making dioramas for San Diego Comic Con 2019.
• Are you ready for the world’s largest display of LEGO art? Here’s the scoop, TimeOut – Venture to one of your favorite kids’ museums, the New York Hall of Science, beginning Sept 28 for a glimpse at this record-breaking exhibit.
• Towers of Tomorrow With LEGO® Bricks Arrives at The Henry Ford Oct. 12, The Verge – The exhibit features 20 of the world’s most astonishing skyscrapers.
• Lego movie and game bundles are coming to PS4 and Xbox One, Engadget – Watch the film, then play the game (or vice-versa).

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the first week of September 2019.

We review the new LEGO Ideas Friends Central Perk set. Could we BE anymore excited?

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS: This week saw the release of a massive new Star Wars ship, a peek at the 10 set proposals up for review on LEGO Ideas and revealed the winner of our Stranger Things contest!

• • LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series returns with 75252 Imperial Star Destroyer –
    The Empire is back with this 4,784-piece UCS Star Destroyer, available from LEGO for $699.99 starting Sept. 18th.
  • LEGO announces new Star Wars mobile game: Star Wars Battles – LEGO’s upcoming mobile game lets you battle it out with characters and locations from across the galaxy!
  • Announcing the TBB Banquet brick-built food collab for BrickCon 2019 – Do you like brick-built brunches? Studded snacks? How about AFOL appetizers and MOC munchies? Then you’ll want to attend the TBB Banquet!
  • 10 new fan projects have qualified for the second 2019 LEGO Ideas Review – The next 10 sets up for consideration for LEGO Ideas are out. Which is your favorite among them?

• Announcing the winner of TBB’s Stranger Things “Darker Hawkins” building contest – Let’s dive into the deep end with the winning entry for TBB’s “Darker Hawkins” LEGO Stranger Things building contest!
• Six LEGO sets from Disney’s Frozen II revealed – Get a first look at six new LEGO sets from the upcoming Frozen II, featuring Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Sven, and more.
• September new LEGO sets include Friends Central Perk, Collectible Minifigures, Advent Calendars and Disney Train – The LEGO set inspired by Central Perk from TV’s Friends is now available along with the brand new Harry Potter Advent Calendar, a bunch of freebies, and much more.
• Jason Allemann of JK Brickworks to keynote BrickCon 2019, sponsored by The Brothers Brick – If anyone epitomizes BrickCon 2019’s theme of “Just Build It,” it is Jason Allemann.
• LEGO Ideas 21319 Friends Central Perk – could it BE any more 90’s? [Review] – LEGO Ideas 21319 Central Perk from the 90’s TV show Friends is out. Should you pick it up, even if you’re not a hardcore Friends fan? Read our review to find out.

TBB FEATURES, INSTRUCTIONS AND VIDEOS

• Watch this LEGO Boost Droid Commander orchestra play the Star Wars theme – Experience your favorite Star Wars music like you have never heard it before–performed by an army of LEGO droids.
• Secrets of the new LEGO Star Wars UCS Imperial Star Destroyer revealed by the designer himself [Video] – Get a close up and internal view of the new Imperial Star Destroyer from LEGO designer Henrik Anderson.
• Tom Servo and Me – a journey, part 2 [Feature] – Chris Doyle has been working on a new version of his Tom Servo replica, his first big build in nearly a decade. Come along on part two of this journey of LEGO rediscovery.
• Which LEGO sets have the most part count of a single element? [Feature] – Ever wondered which set has the most repeated element? Thanks to a Brickset forum user, dvdweyer, we have an answer and visualised the findings for you to digest.
• Catch a rodent with this functional LEGO mousetrap [Instructions] – If you have a rodent problem at home, you’re in luck. Here’s a solution using a LEGO-built mousetrap designed and tested by Jerac.

OTHER NEWS: There were quite a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• LEGO replica of Texas State Capitol unveiled at Capitol Visitors Center, KVUE – The replica can be seen at the Capitol Visitors Center for free.
• Lego working with shops to avoid Brexit disruption, BBC – The boss of Lego has said the toymaker is working with UK retailers to “make sure they have enough stock” this Christmas in case of a no-deal Brexit.
• Niels Christiansen, Lego chief making everything awesome again, Financial Times – Remodeling of Danish group is bolstering its status as the world’s biggest toymaker.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the last week of August 2019.

No matter how famous you are, it’s still a prestige to be made into a minifigure. Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details.

TBB NEWS AND FEATURES: This week LEGO introduced audio and Braille instructions, Hollywood stars met their minifigure doppelgängers and we got an depth look at the building process of one of our own.

• The TBB Banquet brick-built food collab for BrickCon 2019 – Do you like brick-built brunches? Studded snacks? How about AFOL appetizers and MOC munchies? Then you’ll want to attend the TBB Banquet!
• LEGO is using AI to create audio and Braille building instructions as it aims for greater accessibility [News] – LEGO is trialing a new program that employs AI to create audio and Braille building instructions for visually-impaired builders.
• Tom Servo and me – a journey, part 1 [Feature] – Our own Chris Doyle gives us an inside look at his process building the iconic Mystery Science Theater 3000 character.
• These Hollywood stars love their LEGO minifigures [Feature] – We all secretly wish we had our own LEGO minifigures, and it looks like Hollywood Stars feel the same way! We take a look at some of the actors and actresses and their interactions with their minifigure selves.

OTHER NEWS: There were quite a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• Lego architects and super-fans on designing perfect miniature worlds CNN – The concept of using Lego bricks to inform future design was the subject of a recent exhibition, “The Cubic Structural Evolution Project,” at London’s Tate Modern gallery.
• The LEGO Group partners with Great Big Story to inspire young girls and their parents to dream big, Yahoo – Starting this month, Play Her Way celebrates exceptional young girls who are breaking the norm in different fields of art, sports and business across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Billionaire Lego Fund Taps Google to Name Only Woman for Board, Bloomberg – The fund managing the wealth of the family behind Lego has chosen Malou Aamund, a director at Google in Denmark, to join its board.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the fourth week of August 2019.

A feast for the eyes is coming to BrickCon 2019. Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details.

TBB NEWS: This week we got a glimpse at the new Brickheadz Scarecrow, saw VIPs get access to the new Disney Train and announced our collaborative build for this year’s BrickCon!

• The next seasonal LEGO BrickHeadz set, 40352 Scarecrow is revealed – A cute 40352 Scarecrow set is joining the BrickHeadz theme this fall.
• LEGO 71044 Disney Train and Station now available for VIPs – Be the first to get the LEGO recreation of Walt’s beloved Disneyland Railroad.
• Announcing the TBB Banquet brick-built food collab for BrickCon 2019 – Join us at BrickCon 2019 in laying out a feast of epic (LEGO) proportions!

OTHER NEWS: There were quite a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• LEGO Legacy pre-registration begins, Brickset – Fans that pre-register will be rewarded with in-game currency and gems when the game launches globally this Fall.
• 40368 Christmas Accessories revealed, Brickset – This new set includes a husky, some pearl gold fences and a white leaf.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the third week of August 2019.

All aboard for a ride on the new Disney Train! Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second week of August 2019.

LEGO officially unveils the new Ideas Friends set just in time fore the show’s 25th anniversary.

TBB NEWS, REVIEWS AND INSTRUCTIONS: This week we had a cup of coffee with our Friends, found the elusive Barb minifigure and taught you how to make your very own Castle Byers.

• Build your own reversible LEGO Castle Byers model from Stranger Things [Instructions] – Build your own upside-down LEGO Castle Byers model from Stranger Things with these step-by-step instructions!
• Take a sip of ’90s pop-culture with the new LEGO Ideas 21319 Central Perk set from Friends – LEGO is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the US TV show Friends with a dedicated LEGO Ideas set.
• LEGO continues the BrickHeadz theme with 40351 Ghost this Halloween – Get a preview of the newest BrickHeadz for Halloween, the spooky Ghost! Plus 3 more Christmas BrickHeadz new for 2019!.
• LEGO Stranger Things Castle Byers event build & Comic-Con exclusive Barb minifigure [Review] – We take a look at Will’s fort Castle Byers and fan-favorite Barb released only at SDCC.
• TBB’s Stranger Things building contest ends soon! – There’s still time to enter our Stranger Things contest. Be sure to get your entries in by Aug. 15! Read about all the details in the article.

OTHER NEWS: There were a few other interesting LEGO news articles from around the web this week. Here are the best of the rest:

• The new VIP program: your questions answered, Brickset – Everything you need to know about the new digital VIP Program.
• LEGO puts the new Technic 4×4 X-treme Off-Roader to the test, LEGO – Watch the new Technic 4×4 X-treme Off-Roader handle the ultimate obstacle course. On a crane!

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best of LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the first week of August 2019.

We take a closer look at the new LEGO Technic 42099 4×4 X-treme Off-Roader with our review. Keep reading our Brick Report to get all the details.

TBB NEWS, FEATURES AND REVIEWS: This week we saw over 65 new sets released, got instructions for the coveted SDCC Exclusives, reviewed the LEGO Technic 42099 4×4 X-treme Off-Roader and said goodbye to a beloved AFOL artist. Meanwhile, our mind-flaying Stranger Things contest continues gathering strength and entries.

• LEGO Collectible Minifigure Series 19 revealed – Official photos are now available for the upcoming Series 19 Minifigures. Which ones will you be getting?
• Public tickets for BrickCon 2019 LEGO Fan Exhibition in Seattle on sale now – Tickets for BrickCon 2019 in Seattle are now on sale. Will we see you there?
• LEGO Hidden Side now available with more than 65 other new LEGO sets and gear – We have your guide to all the new LEGO sets now available for August, including the new Hidden Side theme, Architecture, City, Friends, Harry Potter, Jurassic World, Technic, Ninjago and even some cool shiny backpacks.
• Instructions for LEGO San Diego Comic Con 2019 Exclusives now available – Build instructions for the San Diego Comic Con 2019 LEGO Exclusives featuring Batman, Star Wars and Captain Marvel.
• In memory of Ingmar Spijkhoven – In memory of legendary LEGO truck builder Ingmar Spijkhoven.
• VESTIGE – A LEGO space exploration short film documentary [Feature] – A rare insight into a campaign that was pitched to LEGO by Brian Ellis and team. Watch the video and behind the scenes production and read our interview to find out more.
• A little dirt never hurt: LEGO Technic 42099 4×4 X-treme Off-Roader [Review] – The latest addition to the LEGO Technic lineup brings Powered Up motors, Control+ smart app and tons of fun indoors and outdoors.
• TBB’s Stranger Things building contest is flipping things upside down – Only one and a half weeks left to enter our Stranger Things contest. Read about all the details in the article.

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