Lego unveils smart bricks that respond with sounds
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The Smart Play system as a whole is going to make its debut in the Lego Star Wars theme, with—obviously—an X-Wing set and a TIE Figher set, as well as a Throne Room Duel set featuring Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader battling in front of a cackling Palpatine. Those twin lightsaber duel tags sure are going to be a whole lot of fun to play with.
The new sensor-packed Smart Play Brick will land this spring as part of a special Star Wars collection. The update adds interactive lights and sound to the Lego experience—including the minifigs.
LEGO unveiled Smart Play at CES 2026, embedding interactive tech into bricks. The first Star Wars sets launch March 1, with preorders Jan. 9.
Joss Ivanwood, a Lego creator with over 175k followers on Instagram, utilized a pre-designed construction kit from the brand's botanical collection, turning a potted orchid into a floralized version of the otherwise horrifying Demogorgon, and fans can't wait to try their own hands at the unique adaptation.