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LEGO, you're 15 years too late

Ramon Schneider
13.8.2019
Translation: machine translated

No sooner has LEGO presented its "Stranger Things" game box than it's already adding that of a TV series, but not a new one, one that ended 15 years ago. Friends!

But what was LEGO thinking? There are so many great series out there, why choose Friends? Even back then, I didn't understand all the hype surrounding the American sitcom. Even less so today. So I can proudly say that I've never seen a single episode. But back to the question! Why on earth is LEGO marketing a LEGO game box 15 years after the end of Friends?

The reason can be found in the LEGO community. On the brick brand's website, fans can share their ideas with like-minded people. This is the case of a Frenchman with his Central Perk, the famous café from Friends, a set that was such a hit with other users that LEGO decided to put the idea into practice. Well, now you've got it!

This is what the original LEGO fan creation looks like.
This is what the original LEGO fan creation looks like.

I have nothing to say about the set itself. In fact, I think it's quite good. It consists of just over a thousand pieces and includes the seven figurines featuring the main actors. The café houses a lounge area with sofa, armchair, two chairs and a table, as well as a counter with coffee machine, cash register, biscuit tin and menu board. To the right is a sort of stage for musical performances, with a red sofa, additional seating and umbrella stands with two umbrellas. The Central Perk logo is also visible in the window. The icing on the cake? Two spotlights on either side of the LEGO set.

For less than 100 francs, you get what you pay for. That's a phrase I can rarely use. Pre-orders for this box are open. The official launch will be on 1 September 2019.

LEGO Central Perk (21319, LEGO Ideas, LEGO Rare Sets)
LEGO
CHF135.20

LEGO Central Perk

21319, LEGO Ideas, LEGO Rare Sets

LEGO and TV series

What's next?

  • Game Of Thrones
    46%
  • Orange Is The New Black
    4%
  • Breaking Bath
    24%
  • House of Cards - The intrigues of power
    3%
  • Daddy's friends
    5%
  • Willy, Prince of Bel-Air
    28%

The competition has ended.

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Riding my motorbike makes me feel free, fishing brings out my inner hunter, using my camera gets me creative. I make my money messing around with toys all day.

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