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Hidden Site implies a single location, a single thing, or in LEGO sense a single set. Hidden Side sounds more like an alternate layer of reality, which seems more fitting, and can apply to a theme of sets.

I agree. I got my son into trains and LEGO early, and wanting him to be hands on with their play time as opposed to spending his time on screens. Unfortunately, having said that, kids are growing up in an environment where no matter how hard we try they will inevitably be heavily exposed to screens. From another point of view, I think if LEGO makes augmented reality truly appealing, there's an argument to be made that it would encourage kids to build those LEGOs more if they want to enjoy the game. As an app developer, when it comes to augmented reality in its current stages, there's really only a few tricks to identifying the thing you're trying to augment. It's either going to be specific markers (I.E. a barcode, a sticker symbol...etc.), and specific shapes and/or colors. For these LEGO augmented reality sets, it's either going to be special pieces ("markers"), special stickers, or the shape and color of the set. From the video above, it appears LEGO is going by shape, so on the one hand, if you lose a sizable chunk from the set the app won't work. On the other hand, you could supplement the missing pieces with any other pieces of differing colors. Lastly, as for the apps, they're not multiplayer or server-oriented so there needs no continuous support. Perhaps in the beginning there may be some support for newly discovered bugs, tweaks, and improvements, but once the set and app reaches its lifespan...in theory, the app could exist in perpetuity on the app store. I believe technology is neither good nor bad, it's really how it's utilized. Here's hoping LEGO considers more on the enticement of hands on play aspect of their products as opposed to only pursuing profit and diminishing the hands on aspect.

You just made me feel so old

Issues: The box art is horrendous They’ve excluded two minifigures, the Bedrock sign, and the platform under the car from the original Ideas set. The scale seems off between the house and car. *edit* Barney really should have medium sized legs so that he was both shorter than the others and able to sit in the car. Positives: The final model has a second row for Barney and Betty the original model didn’t have. The final model’s 2x2 round tile axel ends are better than the 1x1 round tile on the original. I like the fabric top of the car better than the brick built top. I think the official model’s house exterior is better/cleaner than the original. I actually like the model, I just think the box art does it no favors.

To be fair, the build includes interior of the house too (watch the last minute of the speed build video). Although I would rather they removed the rack of ribs and included Dino instead

Cue the "dino is the new helicopter" comments

I like the innovation and concept. I just don't think it is a good fit for Lego. Part of the brand's enduring appeal to parents is the concept of unplugging tech and letting imagination take over, letting the kid build what he likes without a TV or computer. Also, letting a kid build a kit outside of what the instructions ask for. This seems like a novelty, one that has a strong initial draw , then progressively diminishes after a day or so. Here are a few fundamental questions I have: Will the model function with the app if bricks are missing or directions aren't followed exactly? What sort of support will exist for the app after the theme retires? Imagine the SNAD claim or Amazon return comments 3 or 4 years from now after a parent drops x4 or x5 rrp on a concept that is no longer supported. How many young kids (or parents) actually have the space to keep their Lego kits fully assembled and displayed?

Here we go.

I’m not liking the mini figures. Why didn’t they at least give Woody the long legs? This would have been a good opportunity to reuse the queen CMF dress for Bopeep. Feeling old here too, Toy Story 2 was one of the first dates I went on with my now wife.

I really like the kiosk here. Reminds me of the silly designs from Roller Coaster Tycoon back in the day.

I’ll go back into my corner and sort ?

Target orders are finally starting to arrive. If anyone is keeping track... Benny 551, 1060, 2583 Mayhem 1737, 3714

Toy Story was my childhood. I’m excited for the movie..but a little disappointed in the new Woody Minifigure. Bo-Peep finally being added is very welcoming though. Buzz and Woodys Carnival Mania MSRP: $39.99

I agree. The bus is my favorite in the line. To me, that fits best in a Halloween theme, like a burnt out husk.

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Walmart has Women of Nasa for $15.99 https://www.walmart.com/ip/LEGO-IDEAS-Women-of-NASA-21312-Building-Set-231-Pieces/655741199

Saw this Minecraft poly at my local Wal-Mart here on the East Coast of Canada. Haven't seen mention of this one anywhere Sent from my SM-G960W using Brickpicker Forum mobile app

Awesome. This should be good addition for a kiddie section of a theme park along with the big guys (mixer, ferris wheel, etc).

https://io9.gizmodo.com/jurassic-worlds-t-rex-fighting-mecha-t-rex-is-the-lego-1832638350

Newman really needed a minifigure

Didn't they JUST MAKE shortish legs in the Harry Potter line? What were they thinking for Barney? And at least give me a brick built Dino if nothing else.

LEGO could have included helicopter, mech, or Dino in this set and they chose neither. Fast food

20th anniversary of not caring. fixed

I knew that, I was just making the comment mentioning we'd seen one before.

Looks alright to me. Barney should have short legs. Correct me if I’m wrong but didn’t the cartoon start out with the four of them only? It was basically a cartoon version of The Honeymooners set in prehistoric times. They added the other characters later on.

OCD kicking in?

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More models for my Halloween Village this year...

Now only if the sets were good too?! That really is the perfect storm, a good set + a good box. Only joking of course, guess I’m still a bit salty from project rehash

Based on the demo, the stickers seem to be part of the interaction. Most likely not all of the stickers, but a good bunch seems to be scannable. LEGO already included sticker scanning in Nexo Knights sets and app games. So this is just the next use of that tech

Half of my target orders had those obnoxious red stickers on them. The other half fortunately escaped this problem. I'm bummed too because despite being able to get them off, they still seem to sometimes leave a very light residue that is pretty hard to remove.

Looks as drab and turdy in the flesh too.

Liking the original merch logos on the box.

@VillagerChris - Rats, old version of the set just arrived, Plan B it is then!

I’m in at $15-$20.

Pretty neat sets, not for me, but i can see these being pretty fun for kids to make up their own Jurassic Park backstories and all. The Bary is just asking for a sail to be added to turn it into a Spino.

Found this on Instagram. Looks pretty cool Purist (@purist.leaks) • Instagram photos and videos.html

Is anyone else bothered by the missing 2x1 pillar?

These have finally started to ship. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1426110532/i-brix-wirelessly-powered-lighting-system-for-lego/posts/2416660

Nope. Dragons were the new helicopters. Mechs are the new dragons

My 11yo daughter showed me the trailer last night. I wasn't even aware it was released. She was excited, which warmed my heart, because she's definitely growing up too fast. I'm not ready for her to enter the teenager stage.

Looks pretty sweet to me! Thank goodness I have a 6 year old daughter as my excuse to go see it.

It would be nice if this became an annual program for BL, particularly if LEGO would keep putting some official logo on the set, as they are this time.

getting head is what BP is all about it .

I hated the movie and the sets.