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    LEGO PlayStation: the 72306 set, LEGO games on PS5 and buyer's guide

    The official LEGO PlayStation set (72306) is a 1,911-piece model of the original PlayStation console and controller that went on sale on 4 October 2026 for $179.99.[1][2] "LEGO PlayStation" can also mean LEGO video games on PlayStation, such as Sony's own LEGO Horizon Adventures and 2026's LEGO Batman - Legacy of the Dark Knight.[3][4]

    Editor reviewedUpdated Gaming

    “LEGO PlayStation” can mean two things: LEGO building sets based on PlayStation, and LEGO video games you play on a PlayStation. The first official LEGO PlayStation set was revealed on 3 September 2026.[1] This guide covers that set, the other PlayStation-themed LEGO products, and LEGO games on PS5.

    How this guide works: ContentLora does no hands-on testing. We compare the published specifications and prices with what independent reviewers reported, and cite every claim. We did not build the set or play the games for this guide.

    The LEGO PlayStation set (72306)

    The LEGO PlayStation is a 1,911-piece model of the original grey PlayStation console and its first controller.[1] It is a display piece for adults: LEGO describes it as a near 1:1 scale replica, about 6 cm high, 26 cm wide and 19 cm deep.[5] The Open and Power buttons work, the controller plugs into the console, and opening the case reveals small buildable scenes from Gran Turismo and Ape Escape.[6]

    SpecDetail
    Set number72306[1]
    Pieces1,911[1]
    Price$179.99 / €159.99 / £139.99[2]
    Release1 Oct 2026 (LEGO Insiders), 4 Oct 2026 (all)[2]
    SizeOver 6 × 26 × 19 cm, near 1:1 scale[5]
    FeaturesWorking Open and Power buttons, plug-in controller, Gran Turismo and Ape Escape dioramas[6]

    What reviewers say

    Two independent reviews published around launch reached different overall conclusions.

    • GamesRadar+ called it a wonderful display piece with clever working buttons.[7] It praised the printed design pieces but noted 15 small stickers in the dioramas, some fiddly sections, and buttons that can jam if pressed too hard.[8] Its reviewer took about eight hours to build the console and another hour for the controller.[9] GamesRadar+ disclosed that its review set came from a PR company working for LEGO.[10]
    • Jay’s Brick Blog found it a convincing display piece but probably the weakest of LEGO’s scale video game console sets so far. It cited an Open button that tended to stick.[11] It also pointed out a mismatch: Ape Escape was the first PlayStation game to require the analogue DualShock, but the set’s controller has no analogue sticks.[12] Its reviewer built the set in about four to five hours.[13]

    Who should buy it

    • Good fit: PlayStation fans who want an interactive display model. Both reviewers rated it as a display piece, and the buttons, plug-in controller and removable dioramas are its main draws.[7][11]
    • Think twice: buyers on a budget. GamesRadar+ pointed to the LEGO Game Boy (72046) and the LEGO Sega Genesis set as cheaper alternatives.[8]
    • Detail purists may notice that the set pairs an Ape Escape scene with a controller that lacks analogue sticks.[12]

    Prices are as announced by LEGO for launch on 4 October 2026; retailer prices may differ.[2]

    Other PlayStation LEGO sets

    Sony’s Horizon series also has a LEGO set. Aloy & Varl vs. Shell-Walker & Sawtooth, based on the game LEGO Horizon Adventures, went on sale on 1 March 2025.[14]

    LEGO games on PlayStation

    GameReleasedPlatformsCritical reception
    lego-horizon-adventures14 Nov 2024[3]PS5, PC, Switch[15]Metascore 70 from 99 critic reviews[16]
    LEGO Batman - Legacy of the Dark Knight22 May 2026[4]PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, PC[4]Game Informer praised its combat and open world[17]

    LEGO Horizon Adventures was co-developed by Guerrilla Games and Studio Gobo with the LEGO Group and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment.[18] It supports couch and online co-op.[19] Critics praised its looks and voice acting but criticised repetitive levels.[20] As of 10 October 2026 it was listed at $39.99 and included in the PlayStation Plus Extra catalogue.[15]

    LEGO Batman - Legacy of the Dark Knight comes from TT Games and Warner Bros. Games. Game Informer’s PS5 review called its mechanics the most complex of any LEGO game. It praised the combat and open-world Gotham and noted inconsistent stealth and minor bugs.[17]

    Questions readers ask

    Is there an official LEGO PlayStation set?

    Yes. The LEGO PlayStation (72306) is a 1,911-piece model of the original PlayStation console and controller, revealed on 3 September 2026 during PlayStation's State of Play broadcast.[1]

    How much does the LEGO PlayStation cost and when was it released?

    It is priced at $179.99, €159.99 and £139.99. LEGO Insiders could buy it from 1 October 2026 and everyone from 4 October 2026.[2]

    Does the LEGO PlayStation do anything?

    Its Open and Power buttons work, the brick-built controller plugs into the console, and it hides buildable Gran Turismo and Ape Escape dioramas inside.[6]

    How long does the LEGO PlayStation take to build?

    Reviewers reported different times. GamesRadar+ took about eight hours for the console plus an hour for the controller; Jay's Brick Blog took roughly four to five hours.[9][13]

    Is the LEGO PlayStation actual size?

    LEGO describes it as a near 1:1 scale replica, measuring over 6 cm high, 26 cm wide and 19 cm deep.[5]

    What LEGO games are on PS5?

    Examples include Sony's LEGO Horizon Adventures, released in November 2024, and LEGO Batman - Legacy of the Dark Knight, released in May 2026 by Warner Bros. Games.[3][4]

    Sources

    Each numbered claim is a statement we checked against the sources listed with it. Status shows how well established it is.

    1. [1]

      The LEGO Group revealed the LEGO PlayStation set (72306), a 1,911-piece model of the original PlayStation console and controller, on 3 September 2026 during PlayStation's State of Play broadcast. confirmedas of 2026-09-03

    2. [2]

      The LEGO PlayStation set went on sale to LEGO Insiders on 1 October 2026 and to everyone on 4 October 2026, priced at $179.99, €159.99 and £139.99. confirmedas of 2026-10-04

    3. [3]

      LEGO Horizon Adventures was released on 14 November 2024. confirmedas of 2024-11-14

    4. [4]

      LEGO Batman - Legacy of the Dark Knight, developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games, was released on 22 May 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2 and PC. confirmedas of 2026-05-22

    5. [5]

      LEGO describes the set as a near 1:1 scale replica designed for adult builders, measuring over 6 cm high, 26 cm wide and 19 cm deep. confirmedas of 2026-09-03

    6. [6]

      The set has functional Open and Power buttons, a brick-built controller that plugs into the console, and hidden buildable dioramas based on Gran Turismo and Ape Escape. confirmedas of 2026-09-03

    7. [7]

      GamesRadar+ called the LEGO PlayStation a wonderful display piece with clever working buttons, noting that its significant design pieces are printed rather than stickers. confirmedas of 2026-10-08

    8. [8]

      GamesRadar+ noted 15 small stickers in the dioramas, fiddly sections, and buttons that can jam if pressed too hard, and suggested the LEGO Game Boy (72046) or Sega Genesis sets as cheaper alternatives. confirmedas of 2026-10-08

    9. [9]

      The GamesRadar+ reviewer took about eight hours to build the console and about another hour for the controller, across 14 bags of pieces. confirmedas of 2026-10-08

    10. [10]

      GamesRadar+ disclosed that its review used a set provided by a PR company on behalf of LEGO. confirmedas of 2026-10-08

    11. [11]

      Jay's Brick Blog found the LEGO PlayStation a convincing display piece but probably the weakest of LEGO's scale video game console sets, citing a sticking Open button and a controller without analogue sticks alongside an Ape Escape diorama. confirmedas of 2026-09-28

    12. [12]

      Jay's Brick Blog noted that Ape Escape was the first PlayStation game to require the analogue DualShock controller, yet the set models the earlier controller without analogue sticks. confirmedas of 2026-09-28

    13. [13]

      The Jay's Brick Blog reviewer built the set in roughly four to five hours. confirmedas of 2026-09-28

    14. [14]

      A physical LEGO set based on the game, Aloy & Varl vs. Shell-Walker & Sawtooth, went on sale on 1 March 2025. confirmedas of 2025-03-01

    15. [15]

      As of 10 October 2026 PlayStation's store page listed LEGO Horizon Adventures for PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch at $39.99, with a $49.99 Digital Deluxe Edition, and included it in the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue. confirmedas of 2026-10-10

    16. [16]

      As of 10 October 2026 Metacritic gave LEGO Horizon Adventures a Metascore of 70 based on 99 critic reviews. confirmedas of 2026-10-10

    17. [17]

      Game Informer's PS5 review called LEGO Batman - Legacy of the Dark Knight's mechanics the most complex of any LEGO game, praising its combat and open world while noting inconsistent stealth and minor bugs. confirmedas of 2026-05-18

    18. [18]

      LEGO Horizon Adventures was co-developed by Guerrilla Games and Studio Gobo with the LEGO Group and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. confirmedas of 2025-02-24

    19. [19]

      LEGO Horizon Adventures supports local couch co-op and online co-op, with Aloy, Varl, Teersa and Erend as playable characters. confirmedas of 2026-10-10

    20. [20]

      Critics praised LEGO Horizon Adventures' visuals and voice performances but criticised its repetitive level design and simple mission structure. reportedas of 2026-10-10

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