Lego has teased plans to release a range of Donkey Kong sets. Following introduction of iconic character to its Super Mario universe last month. The company has confirmed Donkey Kong figure will be launched this summer, but it has not clear whether it will be accompanied by a jungle set or something similar.
In a recent tweet Lego says, “We can’t wait to show you the new additions to the world of Lego Super Mario!” As per the teaser video below, the Kong family, including Diddy, Cranky and Funky, will be introduced in separate sets.
Lego has been creating its own world of characters and themes since its inception in 1932. Today, it has been one of largest fan followings in the toy industry, and its range of building blocks go-to option for children and adults alike. The company’s Super Mario universe was a significant addition to its range, and the latest tease of Donkey Kong sets has created much excitement.
Lego’s Donkey Kong figure launch announcement last month was met with much anticipation. The character has been an iconic figure in the video game industry since its introduction in 1981. The news that Lego was introducing a Donkey Kong figure to its Super Mario universe has been a significant development for both franchises. Lego has announced that the Donkey Kong figure will be launched this summer, but it was not clear whether a jungle set or something similar would accompany it.
Lego has now teased that a range of Donkey Kong sets is on the way, featuring other Kong characters like Diddy, Cranky and Funky, in separate sets. Lego’s tweet reads, “We can’t wait to show you the new additions to the world of Lego Super Mario!” It is expected that these sets will be highly detailed, just like the existing Lego Super Mario range. Fans of both franchises have eagerly awaited the release of these sets.
We can’t wait to show you the new additions to the world of LEGO Super Mario™! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/sa5XF0LdCo
— LEGO (@LEGO_Group) April 26, 2023
The Kong family, including Donkey Kong, played a prominent role in the recently released Super Mario Bros. Movie. The movie has been a big hit at the box office, generating over $1 billion globally. According to the latest reports, its third weekend was Universal’s highest ever in the US. The movie has been praised by audiences worldwide, but it has also received mixed reviews from critics.
Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Mario, recently spoke to Japanese press about success of the Super Mario Bros. Movie. He acknowledged movie's critical reception was mixed, but it had contributed to its notoriety and buzz. Miyamoto stated, he expected the film to do well, but he was surprised by its success. He added that achieving this level of success for a film required some luck.
Lego’s tease for Donkey Kong sets has created much excitement among fans of both franchises. The range of sets is expected to feature highly detailed versions of the Kong family, including Diddy, Cranky and Funky, in separate sets. Lego’s Super Mario universe has been a significant addition to the company’s range, and the inclusion of Donkey Kong adds further to the range’s appeal.