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Lego Opens Preorders for Star Wars Smart Play Sets

The app‑free Smart Brick delivers motion‑responsive effects inside a classic 2x4 piece.

Overview

  • Preorders begin today for three Star Wars Smart Play sets ahead of a March 1, 2026 retail launch.
  • Launch lineup and pricing: Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter at €69.99 (one Smart Brick), Luke’s Red Five X‑Wing at €89.99 (one), and Throne Room Duel & A‑Wing at €159.99 (two).
  • The Smart Brick is available only within these sets at launch and is not listed as a standalone accessory.
  • Lego frames Smart Play as a complementary layer to traditional building, while Fairplay and some academics warn the effects could undercut imagination‑driven play.
  • Patent applications and FCC filings point to multi‑radio connectivity, three‑axis magnetic tracking, and inductive charging with Li‑ion power, though consumer features may differ from the filings.