LEGO and Nintendo have announced eight new Super Mario sets scheduled for release in 2027, marking the permanent transition of the theme to traditional LEGO minifigures. The upcoming wave replaces the electronic interactive figures that have defined the product line since its debut in 2020.
Complete 2027 Wave Lineup
The eight sets span a wide range of price points and piece counts. Confirmed products include Mario’s Pipe Jump (set 72052) with 61 pieces priced at $9.99, Yoshi at Mario’s House (set 72057) containing 147 pieces for $39.99, Bowser’s Rumbling Race (set 72058) featuring 409 pieces at $59.99, Fire Luigi vs. Koopa Troopa Battle (set 72061) with 241 pieces retailing at $29.99, and the flagship Fire Mario & Bowser’s Castle (set 72060) offering 850 pieces for $99.99. Three additional builds complete the initial 2027 roster: Racing with Mario, Mario’s Beach Adventures, and Luigi & Bowser Jr.’s Race.
Integration of Standard Minifigures
For the first time since the partnership began, standard molded LEGO minifigures will inhabit the Super Mario universe. This structural shift moves away from the battery-powered LCD-screen figures that incorporated speakers and color sensors, pivoting the theme back toward traditional brick-based play mechanics. The change addresses long-standing requests from adult collectors and traditional builders who favored conventional minifigure scale over interactive gaming technology.
The 2027 collection hits retail shelves globally starting in January, with price points spanning from the $9.99 entry-level set to the $9.99 top-tier castle build. This pricing structure positions the new minifigure-compatible wave directly in line with standard LEGO system themes, effectively ending the specialized electronic pricing tier used for the original six-year run of the line.
Industry analysts note that this strategic evolution reflects a broader shift in how both companies view the longevity of licensed properties. While the interactive digital era succeeded in engaging younger demographics through gamified building experiences, the sheer versatility of traditional minifigures opens up creative display and storytelling possibilities that were previously constrained by specialized hardware. By returning to a classic system format, LEGO and Nintendo are betting that nostalgic appeal and compatibility with existing brick collections will drive sustained interest across both veteran brick enthusiasts and newer generations of gamers.
Ultimately, this upcoming transition ensures that the beloved Nintendo franchise will finally integrate seamlessly with broader LEGO cityscapes and custom creations. As the release window approaches, anticipation continues to build among fans eager to see how their favorite Mushroom Kingdom icons translate into traditional plastic form.
