Nintendo has announced a new console launch for later this year… sort of.
In a surprise announcement on X (formerly Twitter), Nintendo confirmed that it is partnering with LEGO to release a build-your-own Game Boy.
The LEGO Game Boy has been given an October release date, although pricing and number of pieces are yet to be revealed.
As you can see from the brief teaser trailer further down the page, it contains the same colour scheme as the original Game Boy, including the classic d-pad and buttons.
Nintendo previously partnered with LEGO to release a brick-based NES, complete with classic NES pad and TV screen with Super Mario Bros.
The LEGO Nintendo Entertainment System is priced at £229.99 when in stock on the LEGO Store.
The LEGO Game Boy is unlikely to cost as much, although exact prices are yet to be announced.
Of course, the Nintendo console announcement fans are actually expecting is for the Switch 2.
Judging by recent rumours, it sounds like the Switch 2 is ready to go, we’re just waiting for Nintendo to make an announcement.
According to a recent leak, the console will be called the Nintendo Switch 2, which does come as something of a surprise.
n addition to being more powerful than the current system, the console is also said to have some additional functionality.
The Joy-con controllers will reportedly feature magnetic hall effect joysticks, which should eliminate stick drift.
The console will allegedly launch in dark grey, although further colours may also be available.
According to previous leaks, the new console is reportedly larger than the current model, with a smaller bezel for more screen space.
There’s a good chance the upcoming Metroid Prime sequel could launch as a cross-generation title for both the Switch and its successor.
