LEGO sets have been around forever. They’ve been a staple of American culture for decades, with a rich history dating all the way back to 1932 in a Danish carpentry workshop.
You may be surprised to find out that LEGO sets have made a gigantic comeback over the last 10 years. That’s right – while you may think that kids are only interested in smartphones and iPads, it turns out that this more traditional form of brain entertainment has become extremely popular.
That popularity has been driven in large part by integrating with other well-known brands. Everything from Star Wars to Super Mario Brothers has LEGO sets dedicated to them, and this has allowed the brand to stay more culturally relevant than ever.
If you’re looking for that perfect gift for a nephew, grandchild, or other family member, it’s difficult to go wrong with a LEGO set.
Here are our picks for the 10 best LEGO sets of 2020 (in no particular order):
10. LEGO Star Wars Collection
Perhaps the most emblematic example of how far LEGO has come is their partnership with Disney to create their Stars Wars themed sets. There is a wide variety of sets to choose from, and it’s difficult to go wrong if you’re shopping for a Star Wars fan. I recently gifted this Star Wars X-Wing Fighter to my nephew and he was ecstatic.
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9. LEGO Architecture Collection
If you’re looking for something a little more sophisticated, or perhaps even shopping for a slightly older recipient, the LEGO architecture collection might be a better fit. Even adults have been collecting these. Once assembled, they look fantastic in an office. The Golden Gate Bridge (pictured below), Statue of Liberty, and Dubai Skyline are just a few of the LEGO Architecture Sets that are available.
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8. LEGO Super Mario Brothers Collection
Perhaps the hottest addition to the LEGO lineup is the Super Mario Brothers Collection. Nintendo is a well-known legacy video game juggernaut, and they’ve recently expanded their business to be more open to brand partnerships like this one. The result is uniquely charming, and a top item on many kids’ (and video game lovers, in general) list.
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7. LEGO Batman Collection
It would be difficult to name a more well-known superhero than Batman. LEGO has partnered with DC to reproduce classic examples of Batman iconography, such as the Batmobile from the 1989 Tim Burton film (pictured below), as well as more modern representations.
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6. LEGO Minecraft Collection
A little less known among adults but very popular with kids is Minecraft. The Minecraft video game series has been around for a while now, but really gained popularity over the last few years. It’s a 3d game with a retro style in which the player builds different structures while foraging for resources. The Minecraft series was acquired by Microsoft in 2014 and has only grown in popularity.
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5. LEGO Marvel Avengers Collection
Back on the superhero side of things, DC isn’t the only company that has partnered with LEGO. Marvel has also partnered with LEGO to create a collection of superhero sets, featuring iconic characters such as Iron Man & Thanos.
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5. LEGO Disney Frozen Collection
It’s not all superheroes. LEGO has also incorporated other traditional Disney franchises, as well. One of the most popular are inspired by the 2013 film Frozen.
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4. LEGO Disney Princess Collection
Disney didn’t stop with Frozen; they’ve also created LEGO sets for various Princesses from their classic masterpieces. Regardless of age, most people will be able to instantly recognize and appreciate the princesses represented in the LEGO Princess Collection, including Rapunzel (pictured below), Belle from Beauty and the Beast, and Mulan.
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3. LEGO Jurassic World Collection
They may be millions of years old, but they’ll never be out of style. I loved dinosaurs when I was a kid, and my kids love dinosaurs now. That’s why LEGO’s Jurassic World collection is almost guaranteed to always have a place in peoples’ homes.
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2. LEGO Harry Potter Collection
Harry Potter continues to be one of the most popular literature franchises in modern history. Although the main franchise concluded back in 2011, the books continue to be beloved worldwide. Not only that, but the franchise has been expanded with the Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find them books and novels.
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1. LEGO Classic Collection
It’s tough to go wrong with the basics. If you’re looking for a more basic set without a movie or video game theme, LEGO has you covered. They still offer Classic LEGO sets, which work well as a standalone gift or as a companion to any of the sets above.
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Any of the collections above contain great gifts ideas for people of any ages. Check them out and find something you like! Not only are they fun, but they’re mentally stimulating and make beautiful display pieces once assembled.
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