Lego PlayStation Review: 1,911 Bricks of Pure Nostalgia

Remember the good old days of blowing into cartridges and hearing that iconic PlayStation startup sound? Well, Lego just made it possible to relive those memories in brick form. The highly anticipated Lego PlayStation set has finally arrived, and we got our hands on one thanks to SIET. Spoiler: it's a nostalgia overload.

This set comes with a whopping 1,911 pieces, making it nearly 1:1 scale with the original console. The box art even pays homage to the classic PS packaging, with the built model showcased on the back. Inside, you'll find 14 bags of bricks (Lego's now using eco-friendly packaging) and a manual that includes a message from PlayStation father Ken Kutaragi, plus introductions to Gran Turismo and Ape Escape. Talk about a trip down memory lane.

Once built, the console is a sight to behold. The DVD-ROM lid has a spring-loaded mechanism that actually pops open when you press the button, just like the real thing. The Power button can be pressed too (though it doesn't do anything), while the Reset button stays put. Open the lid and you'll discover two hidden mini-scenes: one for Gran Turismo and one for Ape Escape. These can be pulled out from the side for separate display, and the bottom even has a PlayStation logo.

The included DualShock controller is a treat. It comes with a flexible hose that plugs into the console, and the connection feels surprisingly smooth—no need to yank it out like you might expect from Lego. The controller is slightly smaller than the original, but Lego has smoothed out the usual sharp edges to recreate the classic look. The iconic ○, ╳, △, □ buttons and the SONY logo are faithfully reproduced, though the shoulder buttons are a bit simplified. One downside: none of the buttons on the controller are actually pressable.

If you're an old-school gamer who lived through the 90s, this set is a serious nostalgia bomb. It's not just a display piece; it's a love letter to the console that started it all. The attention to detail, from the working lid to the mini-scenes, shows how much care went into this collaboration.

So, what do you think? Will you be picking up this Lego PlayStation to add to your collection, or is it just a bit too pricey for a trip down memory lane? Let us know in the comments!