LEGO Opens Pre-Orders for Luigi & Mach 8 Kart Mario Kart Set
Fans of the high-octane Mario Kart racing series can now pre-order a brand new building set from the LEGO Group, with an official release scheduled for April 2026. This extensive set, consisting of 2234 pieces, allows enthusiasts to construct a detailed figure of Luigi and his iconic Mach 8 kart.
The LEGO Group continues to expand its beloved Super Mario universe, officially introducing this new construction set dedicated to the popular Mario Kart series.
The "Luigi and Mach 8" set is currently available for pre-order at a price of $179.99 (approximately 14,259 Russian Rubles).
Upon completion, fans will have a highly detailed model of Mario's brother, featuring a poseable head and arms, perfectly sized to sit behind the wheel of the first-ever large-scale LEGO Mach 8 kart model.
The kart boasts interactive features, including steerable front wheels controlled by the steering wheel. Additionally, rotating the rear wheels activates a dynamic "flame" effect in the exhaust pipe. It can be freely rolled across surfaces or proudly displayed on its dedicated stand.
According to the developers, the "Luigi and Mach 8" set is designed to be an excellent companion to the previously released "LEGO Mario Kart: Mario and Standard Kart" set (sold separately). Combining these sets allows fans to recreate thrilling racing duels between their favorite characters.
Shipment for pre-orders is scheduled to commence on April 1, 2026.
Fresh materials — Gaming News
No More Robots' Nine-Year Journey to Releasing Their First Self-Developed IP: "This Sounds So Naive and Stupid, But Somehow It's Working"
It has been nine years since Mike Rose founded the indie game publisher No More Robots. The company has achieved considerable success, partly thanks to its back catalog, which includes the popular bike-riding game Descenders, the inaugural release under the No More Robots banner and a
Blizzard Workers Ratify First Union Contract with Microsoft
Blizzard Entertainment, now under the ownership of Microsoft, has successfully negotiated and ratified its inaugural union contract. This landmark agreement was approved by a workforce vote encompassing just under 1,900 staff members. The newly established contract introduces s
Lego Digital Play Acquires Mobile Studio Offroad Games
Lego Digital Play has officially acquired Offroad Games, a mobile development studio based in the UK. Offroad Games, established by a group of former Space Ape Games employees, revealed the acquisition in a statement on LinkedIn, describing it as a "tremendously exciting new
Arm Unveils Mobile-First AI Reconstruction Technology, Distinct from DLSS 5's 'Black Box' Approach
Arm, the British semiconductor and software design firm, has announced its latest advancements in AI computing at the Arm Everywhere China event in Shanghai. The company aims to establish a comprehensive AI-native computing ecosystem with its new AI-native compute platform CSS for Mob
US Senate Investigates Roblox: Child Safety Under Scrutiny
The US Senate's Crime and Counterterrorism Subcommittee has initiated an investigation into Roblox, expressing concerns that the platform may be prioritizing revenue and user engagement over the safety of children. Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin, in a letter to Roblox CE
Three Epic Veterans Are Building an AI-Powered Game Engine to Break the Industry's Doom Cycle
In the current gaming landscape, Unity and Unreal Engine have long held a dominant position, powering approximately 70% of games released on Steam in 2025. While Godot has experienced notable growth and some major companies continue to utilize proprietary engines like Capcom's RE Engi