I've waited over a decade for the Star Wars Lego sets coming May 4

Apr. 16, 2024

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The lineup of Lego Star Wars sets for May 4 (e.g. Star Wars Day) has been revealed, and it includes kits I have waitedyearsto get my hands on.

Naturally, this is glossing over the many other new kits launching for May 4, and some of these could give the bestLego Star Wars setsa run for their money, so I’ve given you the lowdown of them all below. Want to skip ahead? You can find each oneat the official Lego store, and while most are available from May 1, you can get the aforementioned TIE Interceptor on that day too if you’re a member of the free Lego Insider program. (Everyone else will have to wait until May 4.)

Lego TIE Interceptor

The latest kit to be revealed for May 4 is this recreation of the starfighter first seen in Return of the Jedi. It returning for the 25th anniversary of Lego Star Wars is nothing but fitting; a TIE Interceptor was part of that first wave of Ultimate Collector Series sets in 2000, just a few months into the range’s lifespan.

Comprising almost 2,000 pieces and measuring at 16in (40cm) long, the Lego TIE Interceptor is a for-adults kit designed to be put on display as opposed to the smaller, cheaper playset version as seen in theMandalorian Fang Fighter vs TIE Interceptor kit.

A benefit of that bigger design is the fact you can cram more detail inside, and Lego’s done that with a cockpit containing the instruments and greebles seen in the movies – including a targeting computer showing a pesky Rebel X-Wing.

You’ll be able to pre-order the Lego TIE Interceptor shortlyvia the official Lego store.

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The latest of the Star Wars dioramas (which I’d argue are some of thebest Lego setsfor fans who want a cool nod to the franchise without going overboard) is this throwback to The Phantom Menace. Depicting Anakin hot on the heels of rival Sebulba as they tear through the canyons around Mos Espa, it’s a dynamic piece that won’t take up much room but still makes a statement in terms of cool-factor.

As with the other dioramas, this one comes with a quote from the movie on the front of its base. In this instance, Qui-Gon Jinn’s advice to Anakin just before the race (“Remember, concentrate on the moment. Feel. Don’t think. Use your instincts”).

It’s not up for pre-order just yet, but when it is, you can find it at theofficial Lego store.

However, this is by far the most detailed version of the droid we’ve ever had.

For starters, it’s a lot bigger than the ones we’ve had before – this version is 8in (21cm) tall, allowing for a lot more detail. That includes a screen-accurate depiction of its distinctive tri-lens eyepieces for the first time. Actually, it’s arguably the first kit that trulylookslike the Droideka. The others were more limited by size.

Oh, and did I mention that it can actually roll up?

Once it’s available for pre-order, you’ll be able to get itfrom the Lego store.

Lego’s really feeling the Phantom Menace love with the 25th anniversary of its Star Wars line. This bricky version of Darth Maul’s ship recreates a set that first arrived in 1999, and it’s the fifth version of the Infiltrator we’ve had since.

As for the minifigures that feature here, this is the first set to actually include the ‘correct’ lineup of characters for the scene. Whereas previous versions threw in the likes of Watto and Padme, this one limits the roster to Anakin, Qui-Gon Jinn, and Darth Maul.

OK, so Saw Gerrerra is there too. But he’s a special 25th anniversary freebie, so like that business on Cato Neimoidia, doesn’t… doesn’t count.

You can actuallypre-order this kit now from the Lego store.

This is the only kit that’s not based on the original or prequel trilogies in this year’s May 4 celebrations. Recreating Baby Yoda/Grogu’s escape from the Jedi Temple and Order 66 that we saw in The Mandalorian season 3, it features the little cutie himself, Kelleran Beq, and two Clone troopers.

The set’s smaller size and lower cost is a bonus compared to other kits listed here, and Kelleran is just as badass in mini as he was on the show. But the downside is that it seems fairly pricey for what you’re getting. Personally, I was expecting it to weigh in at $10 / £10 less.

This one will be available to pre-order soonfrom the Lego store.

OK, so it’s cheating to lump all these Brickheadz together. But these two separate packs should speak to fans of the prequels alike.

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