In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the 4th week of September, 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS The big news this week would have to be our review of the latest and highly anticipated UCS Venator. Or maybe it was our coverage of this year’s holiday set, the Alpine lodge. We also covered Mario, and Dreamzzz. And be sure to check out our last Brick Report for more news and reviews.

• [NEWS] New LEGO sets for October 2023 now available for purchase — The first of the month means new LEGO sets, and October has a bunch.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Dreamzzz 71461 Fantastical Tree House — A fun treehouse with two options, chill time, or battle mode.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Icons 10325 Alpine Lodge – On holiday for the holidays — Find out how the latest holiday set stacks up in our review.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Star Wars 75367 Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser – A gigantic plate sandwich! — Check out our full review of this massive Star Wars ship
• [NEWS] 18+ LEGO Super Mario set 71426 Piranha Plant revealed — Got a green thumb? Watch out for this hungry plant.
• [NEWS] Feel the holiday season approaching with the new 10325 Icons Alpine Lodge set — LEGO announced this year’s holiday set, the Alpine Lodge.
• [FEATURE] LEGO Creation of the Week (#36): “FARM” by André Pinto — Another reader-voted creation of the week.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the 2nd week of September, 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This was a very exciting week for Star Wars fans as the latest UCS set was announced, The Venator-class Republic Attack Cruiser and it continues the Clone Wars era trend for this year, with the Coruscant Republic gunship announced in August. We also reviewed the only new set for the upcoming Marvel movie, The Marvels. LEGO also revealed 3 new sets for the movie Wish, and I reviewed the new LEGO Ideas set, the Viking Village. And if this batch of news recap leaves you wanting more, be sure to check out our last Brick Report.

• [REVIEW] LEGO Marvel 76232 The Hoopty — This spaceship from the new Marvels movie may leave you wanting more.
• [FEATURE] A peek behind the Wall: building a 200,000-piece LEGO Game of Thrones diorama — We went behind the scenes on an epic build from the Song of Ice and Fire novels.
• [NEWS] LEGO Star Wars 75367 UCS Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser officially revealed online — Another massive Star Wars ship that just may break your display shelf.
• [NEWS] Trio of LEGO Disney sets revealed from upcoming Wish film — The first wave from the new Disney film Wish.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Ideas 21343 Viking Village – Hearty and sturdy, or a real cold fish? — A great set for a reasonable price.

OTHER NEWS Aside from our usual news and reviews over the past 2 weeks, here are a few other stories worth checking out.

• WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT – 100 YEARS OF FAIRYTALES! – [Lego Ideas.com] — Does this challenge have a fairytale ending?.. We certainly think so! We are ready to announce the Fan Vote winner for this challenge and make dreams come true.
• 49 PRODUCT IDEAS QUALIFY FOR THE SECOND 2023 LEGO IDEAS REVIEW – [Lego Ideas.com] — LEGO announces the 49 submissions reaching the 10,000 supporter milestone and qualifying for the Second 2023 Review.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the last week of August, 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This week we covered new sets from Marvel, Star Wars, and LEGO Ideas. We saw LEGO announce a slow down in growth, and featured our 28th Creation of the week! And if you haven’t had your fill of news and reviews, be sure to check out last week’s Brick Report for more.

• [REVIEW] LEGO Art 31209 The Amazing Spider-Man breaks the mold — Fans of the friendly neighborhood Spider-man will be crawling the walls in anticipation of this hero-sized art set.
• [NEWS] The LEGO Group announces slowdown in growth for the first half of 2023 — LEGO sales drooped in 2023. Could it be that LEGO builders have started spending more time outside post-pandemic?
• [NEWS] LEGO Ideas 21343 Viking Village revealed — A really fun set based on two different LEGO Ideas submissions from a LEGO fan with historical knowledge that comes through in many of the set details. (watch for our full review coming soon).
• [REVIEW] LEGO Star Wars 75371: Chewbacca — A build-able Chewbacca that stands head and shoulders above any previous LEGO Star Wars figure.
• [FEATURE] LEGO Creation of the Week (#28): “Nouvelle Chicane, 1988 Monaco Grand Prix” by alex_bricks — THe latest in our instalment of MOCs voted on by our followers on Telegram.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Ideas 21342 The Insect Collection – Botanicals meets animals — These larger-than-life insects are as colorful and as potentially creepy as their real-world inspirations

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the 4th week of August 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS We may not have had much news coverage from big themes recently, but we still had some juicy news, including the announcement about the new LEGO loyalty program which will make it much easier for customers to access their rewards from a single log-in. We also covered the latest LEGO Ideas set: Insects, which looks like an awesome set. More Marvel collectible minifigures were announced, and braille bricks, to bring LEGO fun to visually impaired fans. We also took off for an amazing feature about the LEGO airplane sets based on real aircraft. While you’re catching up on LEGO news and reviews, be sure to check out our last Brick Report for more.

• [REVIEW] LEGO 40656 Braille Bricks – an educational tool, expensive gimmick, or something more? — LEGO launches braille brick set to the general public, to foster more inclusive LEGO play.
• [FEATURE] Come fly with me: real-world aircraft in the brick — Resident airplane enthusiasts break down a brief history of LEGO sets based on actual planes.
• [NEWS] LEGO Insiders program kicks off with a 1,000,000 point treasure hunt — LEGO Insiders get a chance to win a lot of points, faster than scanning your pile of instruction booklets.
• [REVIEW] LEGO 71039 Marvel Studios Collectible Minifigures; the Marvel CMF line got renewed for a second season — Several characters from Disney+ shows, and X-Men from the classic animated series.
• [NEWS] LEGO reveals The Insect Collection as the next LEGO Ideas set — Go wild with these amazingly detailed larger-than-life insects.
• [NEWS] LEGO debuts its new comprehensive loyalty program: LEGO Insiders — LEGO announces an overhaul to their customer loyalty program.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second week of August, 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This week we went supersonic with the announcement of the Concord jet to the LEGO Icons lineup. We also covered new products from Star Wars and Marvel, as well as a relaxing garden. If you want even more news and reviews, check out our last Brick Report from 2 weeks ago.

• [NEWS] LEGO unveils 2,083-piece Airbus Concorde model in the Icons line — More than just an iconic airplane, this set includes a tilting nose, and a limited interior. There is even a toilet.
• [FEATURE] LEGO Creation of the Week (#28): “Die in Your Arms” by Casey McCoy — A lovely scene makes excellent use of only a few colors.
• [NEWS] 71039 Marvel Series 2 Collectable Minifigures revealed — Featuring many characters from Disney+ shows, and even a few X-Men.
• [NEWS] LEGO Star Wars 75354 Coruscant Guard Gunship revealed — A new, dark-red gunship comes with Clone Comander Fox.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Icons 10315 Tranquil Garden — We reviewed the aptly-named set to find out just how zen it is.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the 2nd week of July 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS Bats, magic, dreams, oh my! We’ve been covering all the latest summer sets announced in many popular themes, from DC to Harry Potter, to the brand new LEGO theme Dreamzzz, as well as new Creator, new Icons, Disney, Minecraft, and more. But if this collection of news and reviews leaves you wanting more, be sure to check out our last edition for news and reviews from Disney, Star Wars, Architecture, and more.

• [REVIEW] LEGO DC 76224 Batmobile: Batman vs. The Joker Chase — The classic Batmobile from Tim Burton’s Batman, at a more affordable price than the Batcave Shadowbox.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Harry Potter 76421 Dobby the House-Elf: Bad Dobby or good Dobby? — Cake does not levitate, but does look good enough to eat.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Creator 31142: Space Roller Coaster — A super-cool coaster that is out of this world.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Icons 10321 Chevrolet Corvette C1 – A classic car reimagined — An american classic joins the line-up of iconic vehicles.
• [NEWS] 42159 Yamaha MT-10 SP is the latest LEGO Technic vehicle coming this summer — A new LEGO motorcycle revs up.
• [FEATURE] Engaging with Ukrainian POWs and their families via LEGO — Our founder shares how he met Ukrainian POWs and their families through LEGO.
• [NEWS] Continuing the LEGO Disney100 celebration, 43230 Walt Disney Tribute Camera now available for pre-order — An interesting tribute to the man behind the mouse.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Harry Potter 76422 Diagon Alley: Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes — Diagon alley gets a little bigger with the addition of the joke shop and owl post.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Minecraft 21189 The Skeleton Dungeon — We take a closer look at a decent parts pack set from the theme about building things with blocks… so meta.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Dreamzzz 71457 Pegasus Flying Horse — This is not your usual flying horse, from the new Dreamzzz theme.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Dreamzzz 71459 Stable of Dream Creatures — An interesting dwelling in the land of dreams.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the last week of June, 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS We’ve got lots of news to recap from this last week, including reviews of the first set from the new Dreamzzz theme, and announcements from Architecture, Marvel, and Icons… but if you’re craving even more LEGO news, be sure to read last week’s Brick Report.

• [NEWS] LEGO revs up an American classic with the Icons 10321 Corvette — This classic car joins the star-studded line-up of iconic vehicles.
• [FEATURE] Ace Parts Usage: TBB’s favorite LEGO build techniques of 2023 so far — Here at TBB we are constantly surprised by the creativity of LEGO fans around the world. Check out some of the most impressive part usage from 2023 so far.
• [NEWS] LEGO gives your favorite web-slinger the mosaic treatment in 31209 The Amazing Spider-Man — Superhero fans have another amazing art set to hang on their walls.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Dreamzzz 71469 Nightmare Shark Ship: Can we save Mr. Sharkyjaw? — We review the first set from the latest LEGO theme Dreamzzz
• [NEWS] LEGO unveils the all new 21060 Himeji Castle, the next set in their Architecture line — LEGO announced the latest microscale architecture model, the stunning Himeji castle
• [REVIEW] LEGO Disney 43215 The Enchanted Treehouse — We checked out the Disney set with the most minidolls this year.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Star Wars 75365: Yavin 4 Rebel Base — The rebel base on Yavin 4 finally gets a playset and we bring you all the details.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the third week of June 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS You don’t need to go back to 1982 for the top LEGO news, you just need to read up on our last Brick Report! This week we shared two new set reviews, a major set announcement, and the latest Creation of the Week!

• [REVIEW] LEGO Disney 43222 The Disney Castle: new and improved? — Chris M conjures up this comparison review of two magical castles!
• [REVIEW] LEGO Icons 10320 Eldorado Fortress: Searching for Pirate gold — Chris M digs into the 2023 update of the 1989 original to decide if it is worth your treasure.
• [NEWS] LEGO Ideas 21341 Hocus Pocus brings Disney’s famous witches to the brick — Run amok, amok, amok when you hear the news about the new Hocus Pocus set!
• [FEATURE] LEGO Creation of the Week (#21): The Lost Temple by Jake Hansen and Eli Willsea — Our twenty-first entry celebrating the best model of the week, voted on by our fans!

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the end of May 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS This last week was a big week for DC, Marvel and Harry Potter, and a big week for fans of classic arcade games with reviews and news, and a classic LEGO icon gets sized up like Hank Pym’s tank keychain.

• [NEWS] LEGO Marvel Superheroes 76262 Captain America’s Shield now available for pre-order — In case Thor’s hammer was feeling lonely in your superhero gear display case, Captain America’s iconic shield can now be pre-ordered on LEGO.com (shield does not return to you when thrown, unless you throw it up ;-)).
• [REVIEW] LEGO 40649 Up-Scaled LEGO Minifigure – Magnifying an icon — The Classic LEGO icon joins the ranks of large figs like Harry and Hermione.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Batman 76252 Batcave Shadowbox – more than a big black box of bricks? — We reviewed the largest Batcave yet. Find out how it stacks up.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Icons 10323 PAC-MAN Arcade – Reinventing a beloved classic — This tabletop tribute to an arcade classic has a lot going on for Pac-Man fans.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Harry Potter 76414 Expecto Patronum — 2 Patronis charms in one set, the classic buck and a wolf… no rabits included.

OTHER NEWS

• LEGO IDEAS THIRD 2022 REVIEW RESULTS – [Ideas.lego.com] — LEGO Ideas announced two new sets approved to become official sets based on fan creations: build a cat, and a tribute to the film Jaws, both made the cut in the lates LEGO Ideas program review.

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the fourth week of May 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS Did you catch our last Brick Report? Check it out and then join us as we review the past two weeks of news, which included multiple set reveals, blockbuster reviews, two Creations of the Week, and other news from the wider world of LEGO.

• [REVIEW] LEGO 43227 Disney Villain Icons celebrates the characters we love to hate — Chuck reviews this nostalgia-packed display piece and helps you decide whether to take this trip down memory lane.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Harry Potter 76423 Hogwarts Express Hogsmeade Station — Chuck explores the newest rendition of the famed Hogwarts Express and determines whether to board or be bored.
• [REVIEW] LEGO Monkie Kid 80049 Dragon of the East Palace — Daniel dives deep to decide if this set is worth your dollars.
• [NEWS] LEGO Icons reveals 10323 Pac-Man Arcade — The 80’s strike back with this lovingly recreated arcade cabinet with functionality!
• [NEWS] LEGO brings the black bat brick base back as Batcave Shadowbox — A new take on the Batcave emerges from the shadows.
• [NEWS] LEGO 40634 Icons of Play revealed featuring female soccer superstars — The announced set features famed footballers Megan Rapinoe, Yuki Nagasato, Asisat Oshoala, and Sam Kerr!
• [NEWS] LEGO Technic 42158 NASA Mars Rover Perseverance officially revealed as latest real-life space set — Perserverance and Ingenuity get the Technic treatment!
• [FEATURE] LEGO Creation of the Week (#18): Wild West by W. Navarre — Our eighteenth entry celebrating the best model of the week, voted on by our readers!!
• [FEATURE] LEGO Creation of the Week (#19): What did the egg do when it saw the frying pan? It scrambled by Bricktacular Builds — Our nineteenth entry celebrating the best model of the week!

In addition to the amazing LEGO models created by builders all over the world, The Brothers Brick brings you the best LEGO news and reviews. This is our weekly Brick Report for the second week of May 2023.

TBB NEWS AND REVIEWS Have you missed us since the last Brick Report? This week we shared news on the latest massive Ninjago City set, reviewed Return of the Jedi’s 40th anniversary BrickHeadz, and revealed the latest fan-selected Creation of the Week!

• [NEWS] NINJAGO City Markets joins the series of exclusive sets as the fourth expansion — The 6,163-piece record-breaking 4th entry in the Ninjago City series is announced for release on June 3, 2023
• [REVIEW] LEGO Star Wars BrickHeadz 40623: Battle of Endor Heroes — Daniel travels to the Sanctuary Moon to help decide the fate of the galaxy!
• [NEWS] LEGO Creation of the Week (#17): Armenelos The Golden by W. Navarre — Our readers vote for their favorite creation of the week on Telegram.