LEGO Minifigure Dispenser Launched

Anyone familiar with LEGO knows they produce remarkable sets, but it's worth repeating: the ingenuity behind these designs never fails to impress me. Transforming simple bricks into intricate creations—whether flowers, Marvel heroes, spacecraft, or even the Titanic—showcases true creative brilliance.

Minifigure Vending Machine

$179.99 at LEGO Store

While many LEGO sets recreate pop culture icons or real-world objects, some go further by adding functionality. The Minifigure Vending Machine is a standout example—assembling 13 bags of pieces into a fully operational dispenser feels like magic. After five or six hours of building, you'll have a machine that delivers minifigures with every coin drop. It's genuinely astonishing.

Despite its complexity, the build process is intuitive. Starting with the base, you gradually construct the scaffolding and internal mechanisms. Key components, like rotating discs, are assembled separately before being integrated. While most steps are smooth, certain placements—like aligning flaps between rubber and plastic parts—require extra attention, which the manual thoughtfully explains.

Designed for adults, this set balances challenge with reward. Each bag includes one of 16 minifigures tucked into capsules, breaking up the build with variety. Unlike repetitive sets, this one keeps engagement high throughout.

The real payoff comes post-assembly: insert a LEGO coin, turn the crank, and watch a minifigure capsule roll out—flawlessly mimicking a real vending machine. Skip the coin, and nothing happens. It's meticulous engineering disguised as play.

Having covered LEGO for years, I’m still amazed by their innovation in design and precision. Yes, their sets are pricey—a common critique—but the quality justifies it. Every piece fits seamlessly, even with decades-old bricks, and the creativity behind each model remains unmatched.

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