LEGO dropped the Game Boy (72046) in 2025 as part of the Super Mario collection — a quick but satisfying build at 421 pieces with a retail price of $59.99.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.142. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
Between the Super Mario branding and the build itself, the Game Boy has the kind of dual appeal that collectors look for.
Key Features
421 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
$0.142 per piece — Better value than the Super Mario average
From 2025 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Investment Analysis
The Game Boy (72046) still has time on shelves, so don't feel pressured to jump in right away. The smart play with active sets is buying on discount and being patient. Let's break down the investment picture.
Investment-wise, we'd call this one decent.
The play here is patience. Set a price alert, grab it when it dips below $59.99, and revisit once it nears retirement. Super Mario collectors tend to pay up.
Theme Background
As a 2025 addition to Super Mario, the Game Boy slots into the more affordable side of Super Mario. Super mario is part of LEGO's broader product lineup, and at $59.99 this set is priced accordingly. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.142, which is reasonable for what Super Mario typically runs.
The Super Mario theme has a broad appeal that crosses over between builders, collectors, and investors. The Game Boy fits comfortably into that ecosystem at its price point.
Why This Set Is Special
Part-out value 2.7x retail. The individual parts are worth $159.50 on BrickLink — 2.7x the $59.99 retail price. Exceptional part-out value.
#3 most-wanted in Super Mario — With 1,920 collectors wanting this set, it ranks #3 out of 96 Super Mario sets by demand — top 3.1%.
Top 5 most owned in Super Mario — 5,396 collectors report owning this set — #5 of 96 in Super Mario.
18+ adult collector set — Designed for adult builders with more complex techniques and display-quality results.
Frequently Asked Questions
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