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If you grew up feeding quarters into arcade cabinets or spent hours on LEGO®’s old flash games, this set is a love letter to your inner child. The LEGO® 40805 Arcade Machine isn’t just a display piece, it’s a tiny time capsule, crammed with details that’ll make you grin like you just unlocked a secret level.
First Look: A Compact Powerhouse
At first glance, the Arcade Machine looks like a classic red cabinet, standing about 16 cm tall. But swing open the hinged front, and you’re treated to a mini gaming paradise. Inside, you’ll find a sofa, a CRT TV, a shelf of retro consoles, and even a tiny LEGO® arcade machine playing Junkbot, the beloved flash game from the early 2000s. The attention to detail is staggering: the joysticks swivel, the coin slot actually ejects LEGO® coins, and the walls are plastered with posters and stickers referencing everything from Classic Space to Out Run.
Easter Eggs Galore
This set is a treasure hunt for LEGO® and gaming fans. The back wall features a microbuild of the 10497 Galaxy Explorer, a nod to one of LEGO®’s most iconic spaceships. There’s also a sticker referencing LEGO® Insectoids, a short-lived but beloved theme from the late ‘90s. And if you look closely, you’ll spot a tiny Fly Monster head from the Minifigures Series 14, a retro tin robot, and even a Valve Corporation reference for the PC gamers out there.
The gamer minifigure might not be the star of the show, but the set more than makes up for it with its playful interiors. The LEGO® designer clearly had fun, packing in as many references as possible—from the LEGO® 2K Goal soccer poster to the LEGO® Classic Space scores on the arcade screen.
Build Experience: Short but Sweet
With 468 pieces, the build is quick but satisfying. The instructions guide you through constructing the cabinet and its interiors, with a mix of traditional brick-building and a few stickers (though the important bits, like the side panels and screen, are printed). The stickers, while divisive, add a layer of authenticity, mimicking the colorful, chaotic aesthetic of a real arcade.
Display-Worthy and Playful
The Arcade Machine is the perfect size for a desk or shelf, and its interactive features—like the coin slot and swivel joysticks—make it more than just a static model. It’s a conversation starter, a nostalgia bomb, and a testament to LEGO®’s ability to pack big personality into small sets.
Value for Money
At €39.99 (US$39.99 / AU$69.99 / £34.99 / 295 DKK / 440 SEK / 180 PLN / 210 BRL), this set is a steal. It’s not just a LEGO® model; it’s a piece of gaming history, shrunk down and ready for display. Whether you’re a LEGO® collector, a retro gamer, or just someone who appreciates clever design, this set delivers.
Final Verdict: Built for Fans, By Fans
The LEGO® 40805 Arcade Machine is a delightful blend of LEGO® charm and gaming nostalgia. It’s not just a set—it’s a celebration of the joy of play, both digital and brick-built. If you’ve ever dropped a coin into an arcade machine or dreamed of owning your own gaming den, this one’s for you.
So, are you ready to press start?
