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Now 40% off, it's your last chance to grab this retired Lego Marvel Baby Rocket Raccoon's Ship, including the most adorable Lego figure ever

9 September 2026 at 13:00

Disney's Marvel movies have had their ups and downs, but James Gunn's Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy has never missed. Now, thanks to this deal, you can get 40% off this Lego version of Baby Rocket Raccoon's Ship, as seen in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. However, you'll have to hurry as this set has been retired by Lego and is selling fast.

Get the retired set of Lego Marvel Baby Rocket Raccoon's Ship, on sale for $21 at Walmart.

Put together this 330-piece set and you have a blocky replica of the vessel that Rocket Raccoon used to make his escape from—well, that would be getting into spoiler territory. But if you're a fan of this fuzzy little guy, you will want this Lego Marvel Baby Rocket Raccoon's Ship on your shelf. Just remember, this is a retired Lego set so when it's gone it's gone.

Save $14 on this play-friendly Lego Marvel Baby Rocket Raccoon's Ship set. With 330 pieces it's an easy afternoon's build, and the included Baby Rocket figure is so cute it should be illegal under intergalactic law. You will have to hurry, though, this set is retired and likely to sell out. View Deal

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This Lego Marvel Baby Rocket Raccoon's ship isn't just a fun build, it's great to play with too. (Image credit: Lego)

Alongside the usual interstellar shenanigans, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 revealed the origin story of Rocket Raccoon. This Lego model, which comes with an utterly adorable model of Baby Rocket, captures one of the most dramatic moments of the film, Rocket's escape from his captor. And if you're fast, you can grab this Lego Marvel Baby Rocket's Ship at a bargain price.

Made up of 330 pieces and for builders aged 8 years and up, this should only take you a couple of hours to build, maybe longer for little fingers. It's a seriously striking ship, and is sure to entertain Guardians of the Galaxy fans of all ages. Aside from Baby Rocket, it also comes with a minifigure of grown-up Rocket Raccoon, both of which can be perched in the opening cockpit.

Pilot's seat aside, there are several other play-friendly features. You can also lower the landing gear and given how light it is, you or younger builders can swoosh this striking ship around the house. Why not make up your own Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 4? Maybe you can catch up with Doctor Doom and prevent Avengers: Doomsday from happening.

You will need to hurry, though, because this set has been retired by Lego and this could be your last chance to get your hands on it, outside of paying double or triple the price on eBay. And for more MCU builds, we have rounded up the best Lego Marvel sets.

Key features: 330 pieces, for builders age 8+, Baby Rocket and Rocket Raccoon minifigures, 9 × 4.5 × 2.6 in. / 23 × 11 × 7 cm size.

Launched: April 2023

Price history: This set has dropped to $25 in the past when other retailers were selling their stock off, but this is the cheapest we've seen it at.

Price comparison: Walmart: $21 | Amazon: $38

Reviews consensus: Over at Walmart, this set's reviews are almost universally positive, praising it as a fun, straightforward build, with some of the praise coming from non-Marvel fans. At this price, you really can't go wrong.

✅ Buy it if: You want an easy-to-build, entertaining set that not only looks great on a shelf, it's fun to play with too.

❌ Don't buy it if: You want a lot of minifigures. Instead, consider some of the best Lego Marvel sets, such as this Lego Endgame Final Battle set.

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Feel the Force with these 10 out-of-this-world Lego Star Wars starships

6 September 2026 at 16:00

Star Wars' starships are almost as memorable the saga's character and thanks to Lego's Star Wars range, you can build your own replicas of these iconic craft. We've rounded up the very best, from a palm-sized version of Darth Vader's Tie Fighter to a massive, table-hogging Star Wars Clone Wars-era Venator Star Destroyer.

While several of these sets are display pieces, we've included some play-friendly models, such as this mid-sized Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon that can be swooshed around your living room and this Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer which, with seven mini-figures and removable roof, will delight younger Star Wars fans.

Read on and build the largest fleet the galaxy has ever known.

Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon - Building Set for Adults, Ages 16+ - Gift for Birthday - Movie Collectible Model Kit - Display in Home or Office - 75192

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Star Wars UCS Millennium Falcon

Lego Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Arc-170 Starfighter Spaceship Building Toy - Kids Star Wars Toy for Boys and Girls, Ages 9+ - Gift Idea for Birthdays - 75402

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Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Arc-170 Starfighter

Lego Star Wars Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser, Ultimate May the 4th Collectibles, Series Building Set With Captain Rex Minifigure, Star Wars Fan Gift, Stress Relief Clone Wars Activity, 75367

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Star Wars Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser

Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer Building Toy - Build & Display Set for Boys & Girls, Ages 10+ - Gift for Birthdays - Star Wars Darth Vader & 6 Minifigure Toys - 75394

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Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer

Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series X-Wing Starfighter Building Set for Adults, Star Wars Collectible for Build and Display With Luke Skywalker Minifigure, Fun Gift Idea for Fans, 75355

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Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series X-Wing Starfighter

Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon 25th Anniversary Collectible - Diy Building Set for Adults, Men & Women, Ages 18+ - a New Hope Model With Display Stand - Star Wars Gift - 75375

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Star Wars Millennium Falcon 25th Anniversary

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Star Wars the Mandalorian's N-1 Starfighter

Lego Star Wars Jango Fett’s Firespray-Class Starship Building Set for Adults - Attack of the Clones Collectible Model Kit and Room Decor - Diy Gift Idea for Men, Women, & Any Fans, Ages 18+ - 75409

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Star Wars Jango Fett’s Firespray-Class Starship

Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Luke’s Red Five X-Wing Interactive Building Toy - All-In-One Set - Reacts to How You Move and Play With a Smart Brick - Gift for Boys, Girls, Kids Ages 6+ - 75423

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Star Wars Smart Play: Luke’s Red Five X-Wing

Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Darth Vader’s Tie Fighter Interactive Building Toy - All-In-One Set - Reacts to How You Move and Play With a Smart Brick - Gift for Boys, Girls and Kids Ages 8+ - 75421

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Star Wars Smart Play: Darth Vader’s Tie Fighter

This Lego Star Wars UCS AT-ST set is cheaper than ever — I'll always love this chicken walker

5 September 2026 at 15:00

You can keep your space camels, the AT-ST is Star Wars' coolest land vehicle, and now this Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series AT-ST is $39 off at Amazon, the cheapest this set has ever been.

Save $39 on this Lego Star Wars UCS AT-ST at Amazon.

Like the rest of Lego's Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series, this Lego Star Wars AT-ST is a seriously detailed model. It has some interactive features, including rotating guns and an opening hatch, but at 14.5 inches tall, this is very much a display model. Want to expand your collection further? We've also rounded up the Best Lego Star Wars sets.

Star Wars AT-ST Walker: was $200 now $161
Save $39 on this Lego Star Wars UCS AT-ST set, sure to look absolutely stunning on any shelf or table. Launching just last year, this buildable model has never been cheaper.

NOTE: Make sure you tick the coupon box to get it at this price. View Deal

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This Lego Star Wars UCS AT-ST does have some interactive features but it's not intended for play. (Image credit: Lego)

What's not to love about Star Wars' AT-ST? First glimpsed in The Empire Strikes Back and heavily featured in Return of the Jedi are typical of the Empire; designed to instil fear, but laughably impractical. I can just imagine the Emperor laughing.. "Yes.. yes.... more like a chicken!" as his engineering team roll their eyes. And now, thanks to Lego, you can own this super-detailed Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series AT-ST.

Made up of 1,513 pieces, it's for builders aged 18+ or over. It comes with an information plaque and a minifigure of an AT-ST driver. It is designed to be fun to build as well as looking striking as a display piece. It does include an AT-ST pilot minifigure but at 14.5 inches tall, it's much bigger than minifigure scale, which is why he'll stay perched next to the plaque.

It's posable to a degree; you can move the cockpit and peek inside it, but the legs are fixed; this is not a play-friendly set. If you're buying for children, consider instead this Lego Star Wars Smart Play Attack on Endor set. Yes, the AT-ST is a hilariously impractical vehicle, easily foiled by a gang of teddy bears, but that's half of its appeal.

Key features: 1,513 pieces, 14.5 × 8.5 × 8.5 in. / 37 × 22 × 22 cm, builders aged 18 or over.

Product launched: August 2025

Price history: Launched last year, this is the cheapest this set has ever been.

Price comparison: Amazon: $161 | Lego: $200 | Target: $172

Reviews consensus: The reviews from Lego and Amazon purchasers are almost universally positive, with people praising how fun it is to build and how fantastic it looks when finished.

✅ Buy it if: You want to build a stunning, detailed display model of Return of the Jedi's iconic vehicle.

❌ Don't buy it if: You want a playset. Despite the minifigure, this is purely a display model.

Lego Project Hail Mary review: Amaze, amaze, amaze!

10 August 2026 at 18:00

Given how much I enjoyed the Project Hail Mary movie, I was beyond hyped to get my hands on the Lego Project Hail Mary set. And now that I've built it, I'm thrilled to say it does not disappoint. You could even say that it's amaze, amaze, amaze!

The titular Hail Mary is the spaceship from "Project Hail Mary", the Andy Weir novel-turned-Hollywood blockbuster that carries Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) across the stars to save humanity. While the design of the ship is certainly described in the book, this is definitely a Lego rendition of the movie version. So, if you're an Andy Weir fan who imagined it looking a little different, you can blame the studio.

Coming in at $99.99 with just under 900 pieces, it's a lot smaller than we expected (and hoped for). If you're after something comparable to the hefty NASA Artemis Space Launch System or gargantuan Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser sets, then you'll be disappointed. However, the Lego Project Hail Mary has a heck of a party trick to make up for its diminutive size: A spinning mechanism that simulates the centrifugal gravity system of the ship.

Price: $99.99/£99.99

Model number: 11389

Number of pieces: 830

Dimensions: 12 x 9.5 x 8.5 inches / 30 x 25 x 22 cm

Recommended age: 18+

Lego Project Hail Mary review: Build

Build process for Lego Project Hail Mary set
Partway through building the Lego Project Hail Mary set.Future (Ian Stokes)
Build process for Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)
Build process for Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)
Build process for Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)

The Lego Project Hail Mary is constructed from 830 pieces, split across six numbered paper bags, with a few large pieces in a separate plastic bag. I built the kit over the course of two nights, but you could easily smash it out in a single evening if you wanted to.

The build starts with a little diorama, showcasing the Ryland and Rocky minifigures on either side of a window (the barrier that separates them when they first meet and learn to communicate in the movie). It's a cool little display that can work well on its own or can be attached to the stand of the ship itself.

From there on, four out of the six bags are almost entirely dedicated to the display stand and the incorporated spinning mechanism, with the final section of bag four attaching the ship’s crew module to the spinning mechanism. Thanks to the intricate mechanism inside it, the stand not only spins, but also retracts and extends the crew section of the ship, simulating the centrifugal gravity system from the movie. While it's a complicated mechanism that means a lot of Technic pieces, but the build itself is straightforward thanks to the clear instructions.

At last, the final two bags will see you constructing the ship itself. This consists of the main body where the thruster is housed, the three fuselage sections, and the solar panel array that provides power to the ship. Some builders might be disappointed that the actual spacecraft is a remarkably small part of the build process, but I think the spinning display stand is cool enough to offset that. Also, there are no stickers, which is always a huge win for me.

Lego Project Hail Mary review: Design

Lego Project Hail Mary set
Though the ship is beautiful, the hefty stand somewhat draws the eye away from it.Future (Ian Stokes)
Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)
Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)
Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)
Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)
Lego Project Hail Mary set
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Lego Project Hail Mary set
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Lego Project Hail Mary set
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Lego Project Hail Mary set
Future (Ian Stokes)

As I mentioned earlier, the display stand is surprisingly hefty and draws the eye away from the beautiful ship – a bit more than you might want from a display piece. That's the downside, but the upside is that it's an awesome party piece. Turning the handle on the front of the stand in either direction rotates the entire ship, simulating its spin in the movie. If you turn the handle clockwise, the crew module extends outward, while turning it counterclockwise retracts it.

The ship itself is a great recreation of Grace's eponymous craft, the Hail Mary. It's quite small, as Lego spaceships go, so there are no interior details or easter eggs hiding within the construction. Despite that, it captures the distinctive silhouette of the craft well, and includes all the major details, like the astrophage-powered engines that make the whole mission possible. From the three main pillars of the ship, which are the fuel tanks that store the astrophage, to the solar panel arrays that stick out from the main body, it all looks great.

I really love the little mini-diorama scene that you can create between Grace and Rocky, recreating their tentative first contact. It's a clever bit of design too, as you can attach their individual plinths to the main display and tuck the glass divider away in the stand. The minifigures themselves are great too. Grace has a custom red NASA flight suit, while Rocky is barely a minifigure — he's an eccentric collection of pieces mashed together, but I can't deny the end result is unmistakable Rocky.

Should you buy the Lego Project Hail Mary?

Lego Project Hail Mary set

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Overall, the Lego Project Hail Mary is a wonderful set that should thrill fans of the movie (more so than fans of the book, although I’m sure they’ll enjoy it too). The ship looks fantastic, and the spinning mechanism is wonderful to see in motion. There are actually some enterprising companies out there selling motorized mod kits for it, which is something I'm seriously considering checking out myself.

With that said, the prominent nature of the stand and somewhat gimmicky spinning feature does limit its appeal as a display model. Plus, those who aren’t big into technic-like builds may want to pass on this one and just admire it from afar.

Finally, while the build itself is only suitable for older teens and adults due to the complex nature of the internal workings, the finished model will definitely delight younger kids thanks to the interactivity it offers.

Lego deploys Hubble Space Telescope as detailed desktop model

3 August 2026 at 20:21

For 35 years, the Hubble Space Telescope has looked out into the Universe. Now, Lego is inviting builders to look inward with its latest model of the orbiting observatory.

The new Lego Icons Hubble Space Telescope (set no. 11382) was released on August 1 for $140 at the toy company's stores and its online shop. The 1,252-piece kit builds a 15-inch-long (38-cm) desktop model that is about twice as large as the previously released Lego Hubble models.

The Icons Hubble is the first to be sized in comparison to a Lego minifigure, such that the included astronaut provides a sense of scale for the telescope.

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Our favorite space and sci-fi Playmobil sets: From Star Trek playsets to ESA-collaborated models

31 July 2026 at 10:00

Playmobil is known for crafting imaginative playsets, taking kids (and adults) on big adventures from the comfort of their homes. When it comes to the exploration of space, they've got a lot to offer. Not only has Playmobil created two mega Star Trek sets, releasing the Playmobil USS Enterprise long before LEGO released its own version and the Playmobil Klingon Bird of Prey back in 2023 (both of which we've reviewed and loved), but they've even collaborated with the real-life European Space Agency (ESA).

As Nadia Lüders, ESA's partnership and brand licensing officer, said in a statement: “This partnership ensures that the curiosity and wonder of space continue to spark young imaginations — nurturing a new generation ready to explore, innovate and shape the Europe of tomorrow.”

Playmobil's dedication to weaving space exploration and learning into imaginative play is demonstrated in the sheer amount of space and sci-fi sets they have to offer, of which we'll jump into all 13 of them below. Ranging in price from the Playmobil Space Ranger for $15 to the Star Trek USS Enterprise for $354, there are playsets for a range of ages, interests, and budgets.

Not a fan of Playmobil, or can't find the right set? We've also rated and ranked the best Lego Star Wars, Lego space, and Lego Marvel sets you can buy.

The best Star Trek Playmobil sets we recommend 2026

Playmobil USS Enterprise

Playmobil USS Enterprise TOS

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USS Enterprise

A sizeable Playmobil model of the original Enterprise, a treat for TOS fans.

Age rating: 10+ | Pieces: 150 | Figures: 6 | Dimensions: 39.4 x 18.9 x 13.4 in (100 x 48 x 34 cm) | Weight: 4.72 kg (10.4 lbs)

Gorgeous replica
Authentic lights and sounds
Easy to build
Expensive
Lots of stickers

Playmobil launched the Star Trek USS Enterprise years ahead of LEGO’s November 2025 release date, and it made us ask the question: Playmobil versus Lego, which is the best USS Enterprise set? For starters, the Playmobil set comes in cheaper. And while it’s got 150 pieces in comparison to Lego’s 3,600, it’s still a lot bigger, measuring over 3 feet (1 meter) in length.

When our expert testers gave the Playmobil Star Trek USS Enterprise a full review, it earned a whopping 4 ½ stars, delighting with its authentic light and sounds, and an ease of build that results in a gorgeous replica. Yes, it’s expensive and it has a lot of stickers, but if you’re a fan of both Star Trek and Playmobil, it’s an excellent model you can keep in your home forever. Recommended for ages 10 years and up.

Playmobil Klingon Bird of Prey

Playmobil Bird of Prey

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Klingon Bird of Prey

This set is considered a collectable but it's worth tracking down

Age rating: 10+ | Pieces: 94 | Figures: 6 | Dimensions: 19.5 x 23 x 7.25 in (49.5 x 58 x 18 cm) | Weight: 4.4 lbs (2 kg)

Impressively detailed
Great lights and sounds
Figurines are loads of fun
Expensive
Some stickers are tiny

Playmobil followed up its Star Trek USS Enterprise with another impressive model, the Klingon Bird of Prey. Now considered a collectible, it’s a little harder to get your hands on, though we found it at an online toy store for $350.

If you’re wondering whether it’s worth the investment, in our expert Playmobil Klingon Bird of Prey review, we called this set “among the most impressive toys and models Space.com has had the pleasure of reviewing.” Impressive detail, great lights and sounds, and figurines that are a lot of fun are just some of the reasons we gave it 4.5/5 stars. And after the build is done, it looks fantastic on its included display.

It’s on the larger side, though (19.5 x 23 x 7.25 inches / 50 x 58 x 18 cm), so make sure you have room to display it before you buy. Recommended for ages 10 years and up.

Playmobil Star Trek figures

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Playmobil Star Trek figures

This set is handy if you just want your own Playmobil away team.

Age rating: 10+ | Pieces: 10 | Figures: 4 | Dimensions: 9.76 x 5.59 x 1.81 in (24.79 x 14.20 x 4.60 cm) | Weight: 0.26 lbs (120 g)

To accompany your Star Trek investments, or just to have as part of a wider Playmobil space collection, you can also secure the four Playmobil Star Trek figurines. James T. Kirk, Mr. Spock, Dr. Leonard McCoy and Nyota Uhura all come in this pack alongside individual accessories.

Kirk comes with his phaser, Spock a tricorder disguised as a bag, McCoy with a so-called hypospray and Uhura with a skirt to change outfits. For any Trekkies, it's an affordable addition for any ultimate fan's collection. This one's recommended for ages 10 and up.

The best space ESA-collaborated Playmobil sets we recommend 2026

Playmobil ESA Starter Pack Space Mission

a toy astronaut figure is rendered working on the moon with a rover and antenna

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ESA Space Mission

Roam the lunar surface with this Playmobil rover

Age rating: 4+ | Pieces: 57 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 9.76 x 7.36 x 2.84 in (24.79 x 18.69 x 7.21 cm) | Weight: 0.48 lbs (216 g)

Playmobil and ESA have built a partnership, and an accompanying six different play sets, to inspire a love of intergalactic exploration. And the Starter Pack Space Mission is a great introduction to building out a Playmobil collection dedicated to all things space, especially as the sets can be mixed, matched and expanded.

In the pack, you get an astronaut figure, lunar rover with two lights, antenna, solar panel, satellite dish, rock samples and other accessories. Recommended for ages 4 years old and up, it's a gift for any space lover, whether they're a kid or adult.

There's also a nod to the ESA with the organization's logo emblazoned on both the rover and astronaut's spacesuit. As the production description states: "The astronaut discovered unusual soil samples during a tour with the lunar vehicle. The samples now have to be analyzed very quickly in the mobile station and the results transmitted via satellite. What will the results be?"

Playmobil ESA Astronaut with Robot

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ESA Astronaut with Robot

A small, pocket-friendly Mars set with plenty of play value

Age rating: 4+ | Pieces: 42 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 3.66 x 5.59 x 1.77 in (9.30 x 14.20 x 4.50 cm) | Weight: 0.20 lbs (90 g)

A smaller set that works alongside the others in the Playmobil/ESA range, the Astronaut with Robot is a two-figure build consisting of 42 pieces. As the pack explains: “Together with his reliable companion robot and a nimble Mars crawler, the astronaut collects fascinating soil samples on the Red Planet.”

And you don’t only get a robot and astronaut (able to sit and stand) with the set, but a backpack, ground scanner analysis station, rock samples, base plate, gripper arm and more, too. Suitable for young explorers from age 4 years and up, it's an excellent addition to the larger Mars mission, working alongside the rest of the themed Playmobil sets.

Playmobil ESA Mars Exploration Rover

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ESA Mars Exploration Rover

Playmobil's own version of the Mars Pathfinder, with astronaut friend

Age rating: 4+ | Pieces: 76 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 7.36 x 5.59 x 2.84 in (18.69 x 14.20 x 7.21 cm) | Weight: 0.64 lbs (290 g)

With the Playmobil ESA Mars Rover, you can launch your own mission to Mars in this 76-piece set. It comes with drill, cameras and high-tech sensors, as well as rock samples and other accessories to build your great space exploration adventure. And it's also focused on the types of powerful scientific instruments you'd find on the actual Mars Rover, as well as reenacting the way you'd store and analyze the samples.

As with any of these sets, imagination is key, but that's helped along with the inclusion of everything you need to bring authentic space exploration to life. The Playmobil ESA set is perfect for fans and includes rotating drills, movable cameras and a sturdy six-wheel drive to make discovery possible.

Playmobil ESA Space Glider

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ESA Space Glider

A cool little space vehicle that offers a lot of fun for its pricetag

Age rating: 4+ | Pieces: 48 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 5.59 x 5.59 x 2.6 in (14.20 x 14.20 x 6.60 cm) | Weight: 0.40 lbs (180 g)

This speedy space glider is the perfect way to zip around on the surface of Mars, using its in-built claw to retrieve rock samples and even crystals. With a rotating turret and powerful blasters, there's a lot of fun to be had at only $25.

The set comes with a female astronaut, accessories, tools, projectiles, a gripper arm and glowing rock samples to dream up your own adventure. One of the smaller Playmobil ESA collaboration playsets, it has 48 pieces and is recommended for ages 4 years and up.

Playmobil ESA Mars Expedition

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ESA Mars Expedition

An older playset but loaded with things to do

Age rating: 6+ | Pieces: 173 | Figures: 2 | Dimensions: 20.28 x 15.16 x 4.92 in (51.51 x 38.51 x 12.50 cm) | Weight: 3.50 lbs (1.59 kgs)

Less widely available is the Playmobil Mars Expedition playset. Recommended for ages 6 and up, it's an older playset with plenty to do, with 173 pieces and a whole lot of accessories.

Inside the playset, you get a full Mars Rover with drill attachment and various other tool attachments, including an extendable, moveable arm, gripper and blaster. The rover also includes functioning light and sound effects, as well as gripper arm action, driving sounds and an alarm.

The best space Playmobil sets we recommend 2026

Playmobil Mars Research Vehicle

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Mars Research Vehicle

A play-friendly vehicle with space for up to four Playmobil figures

Age rating: 6+ | Pieces: 74 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 13.7 x 9.76 x 4.92 in (34.80 x 24.79 x 12.50 cm) | Weight: 1.85 lbs (840 g)

Alongside Playmobil's ESA collaboration and the Star Trek playsets, Playmobil also has its own themed collection dedicated to space, including their own Mars Research Vehicle. Thanks to a removable roof, you can get inside the vehicle with space for four adult figures. You can also enter and exit the side via the ramp, and the movable arm can hold three different attachments, including a claw gripper, drill and laser gun.

Recommended for ages six and up, there are 74 pieces to build, as well as the opportunity to enjoy the functioning lights and sound effects (though you'll need to buy 2 x AAA batteries separately).

Playmobil Mars Mission Play Box

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Mars Mission Play Box

A fun, accessory-packed set for fans of the red planet

Age rating: 4+ | Pieces: 60 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 9.8 x 2.6 x 6.3 in (24.89 x 6.60 x 16 cm) | Weight: 0.89 lbs (404 g)

Not to be confused with the ESA Space Mission set, the Mars Mission Play Box comes with a large research station that can be opened via two front panels, with an accompanying astronaut and robot who work together to study the water crystals found on Mars.

The beauty of this playset is that it’s ready for on-the-go play as all the pieces can be stored inside the research station, while the top can be used as a handle. As well as the figures, it also comes with a satellite, walkie-talkie and other accessories. Recommended for ages 4 years and up.

Playmobil Mission Space Drone

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Mission Space Drone

Head off into the cosmos with this mini set

Age rating: 4+ | Pieces: 57 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 9.76 x 5.59 x 2.76 in (24.79 x 14.20 x 7.01 cm) | Weight: 0.47 lbs (213 g)

The Mission Space Drone set comes with a space drone, astronaut figure with spacesuit and space shoes, space rock and other accessories for a full space flight adventure. Even better, under the drone are two fully-functioning cannons which shoot out launch missiles.

Create your own space mission by exploring alien planets with your astronaut and space drone at the ready. With 57 pieces, it's recommended for ages 4 years and up, meaning space exploration can start early. Right now, it's on offer at Amazon, but at time of writing, there were only 4 left in stock.

Playmobil Satellite Meteoroid Laser

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Satellite Meteoroid Laser

Worried about Playmobil asteroids? This set has the answer

Age rating: 6+ | Pieces: 42 | Figures: 1 | Dimensions: 11.18 x 7.36 x 3.66 in (28.40 x 18.69 x 9.30 cm) | Weight: 0.90 lbs (410 g)

With an astronaut quite similar to the Mission Space Drone set, instead of a drone, you're equipped with a functioning meteoroid laser. As the pack says: “Keep the mission on track and destroy any space debris that blocks your way with the satellite meteoroid laser!”

To use, you lay the meteoroid in front of the laser, simultaneously pressing in the center on both sides to shatter it into pieces. You can even connect your astronaut straight to the vessel with a connected arm attachment. The set includes an astronaut, satellite, break-apart meteoroid, laser darts and other accessories. Recommended for ages 4 years and up.

Playmobil Space Ranger

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Satellite Meteoroid Laser

A streamlined space vehicle you can even personalize

Age rating: 4+ | Pieces: 64 | Figures: 2 | Distance: 7.36 x 5.59 x 1.85 in (18.69 x 14.20 x 4.70 cm) | Weight: 0.33 lbs (150 g)

Expand your Playmobil space sets with this affordable Space Ranger kit, consisting of 64 pieces and recommended for ages 4 years and up. The set includes one figure, speedster, helmet, vest and lots of other space gear for your other figures to wear and play with.

When you're ready to fly the speedster, Playmobil has even designed it so the landing feet fold up, ready to make it as streamlined as possible for flight. As a gift set, it has a label that can even be personalized to the space fan in your life.

It's a crime these Lego Star Wars sets are being retired but you can save big before they go

24 June 2026 at 13:42

Lego is amazing, and Lego Star Wars in particular. The fact that you can spend $1000 on a gigantic Death Star set is a clear sign it's not just for kids.

But there's a catch; Lego retires sets, meaning that, unless you're willing to pay silly prices on eBay, they're forever out of your reach. Oh, sure, Lego might need space for new sets, and stores likewise, but that's no excuse to rob builders of the best Lego Star Wars sets, especially with Star Wars' 50th anniversary next year.

I've rounded up the best deals on retired or retiring Lego sets. Some of these sets have been this price before Prime Day but don't count on them sticking around much longer.

Save $24 on this Lego model of the first ship you see in Star Wars, pursued by a Star Destroyer right after the opening crawl. View Deal

Save $42 on this Lego Star Wars Guard Gunship, a particularly cool variant of the Republic Gunship.View Deal

Get $10 off this Attack of the Clones troop carrier, which was bumped out by the Venator in Return of the Sith. View Deal

This isn't reduced but it's such an awesome set, a mini-sized model of the original trilogy's biggest vessel, you need this on your shelves. View Deal

Save 20% on the Galactic Empire's heavy-hitter, the Tie Bomber, complete with three minifigures. View Deal

Save $12.00 on this N-1 Starfighter, The Mandalorian's second favorite ship. It's been replaced by the far pricier UCS N-1 set but you can still grab this if you're fast. View Deal

Get $10 off the helmet worn by Captain Rex, a Clone Commander who managed to outlive many of his manufactured brethren. View Deal

This Clone Wars walker is another set that's not reduced but it's such a brilliant, play-friendly build that Lego should be ashamed for retiring it. View Deal

This might be your last chance to pick up a retired Lego Star Wars set before it flies off forever, and it's under $100 on Amazon for Prime Day

23 June 2026 at 18:30

Star Wars' Clone Wars-era Republic Gunship may not be a miracle of practicaliy but I think it's cool as heck and that alone is reason enough to pick up this Lego Star Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship, $42 off for Amazon Prime Day.

Save $42 on this Lego Star Wars Coruscant Gunship set

The other reason? This set has already been retired by Lego meaning that not only are you saving big, this could be your last chance to buy the Lego Star Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship, before scalpers start selling it for silly money on eBay.

On top of looking seriously imposing, this Lego set has major play potential. You can swoosh it round the living room, loaded it up with the five included mini figures and accidentally drop Chancellor Palpatine because there's something off about that guy.

If this set isn't to your taste (maybe you're one of those evil Separatists), we've rounded up the Best Lego Star Wars sets. And don't forget to check out our other Prime Day deals.

Save $42 on this Lego Star Wars Guard Gunship, a troop-carrier which, on Coruscant, has been commandeered for Chancellor Palpatine's non-sinister agenda. View Deal

LEGO Star Wars: The Clone Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship
The Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship is now retired and this might be your last chance to buy it.Lego
LEGO Star Wars: The Clone Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship
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LEGO Star Wars: The Clone Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship
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This is a real Prime Day deal double-whammy. Not only is this Lego Star Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship $42 off, the cheapest it has ever been, but as a retired set this could be your last chance to own it. Without paying silly money to eBay scalpers, that is; it's already sold out on Lego's website.

Not only does this set look good on a shelf, but it has got real potential, with opening and closing doors, firing missiles and a special handle to swoosh it around your living room!

It also boasts five minifigures: Three Clone Troopers, Chancellor Palpatine and Senator Padme Amidala. Go on, Padme, give Palpatine a push. It'll save you a lot of trouble in the long run.

If you love the Clone Wars era of Star Wars, this is a superb offer but you'll have to move fast.

Key features: 1083 pieces, builder's age 9+, 27.5 × 5.5 × 14.5 × 16 in. / 15 × 37 × 41 cm size

Product launched: September 2023

Price history: We've seen the price drop a little, but this is the lowest it's ever been and likely your last chance to buy it.

Price comparison: Amazon: $98

Reviews consensus: We loved the UCS Lego Star Wars Republic gunship, and this smaller model is also extremely cool, albeit with just five figures. Its Amazon reviews are near unanimous; few complain about the price tag and this price cut addresses that.

✅ Buy it if: You want a brilliant, play-friendly set to go with your other Clone Wars Lego sets.

❌ Don't buy it if: You're not a fan of the Clone Wars era. Instead, consider something like this Lego Star Destroyer, also reduced for Prime Day.

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Ignite a child's imagination with the stars: Our expert-picked Astronaut Galaxy Star Projector is a Prime Day steal at just $25

23 June 2026 at 15:07

Are you scratching your head, wondering what to buy for a child? Our expert Tantse recommends this Astronaut Galaxy Projector and right now, during Prime Day, it's just $25.

Enjoy stunning, starry displays with this Astronaut Galaxy Projector, now $25 at Amazon

Faced with buying a present for her nephews, and having been suitably impressed when she reviewed this Astronaut Galaxy Projector, Tantse (our long-time star projector reviewer), settled on this gift and she's had no complaints!

We rank it one of the best star projectors and best star projectors for kids because, despite its budget price tag, it creates some amazing, room-filling displays that'll leave children wide-eyed. Adults are just as likely to be delighted, too!

Looking for more savings? Check out our other Prime Day deals.

Save 17% on this compact but powerful star projector, which is capable of transforming children's bedrooms with its starry displays. View Deal

Astronaut Starry Sky Projector review photo
It may be cheap but there's nothing nasty about this projector, which can light up a whole room. Tantse Walter
Astronaut Starry Sky Projector review photo
The astronaut's power pack has its own power port, a cute design feature.Tantse Walter
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The star projector, disassembled.Tantse Walter

As challenges go, one of the biggest trials in life is buying a gift for someone else's child. Assuming you like their respective adults, a drum set or a Nerf gun is right out. Fortunately, our expert Tantse Walter has the answer, with this impressive but pocket-friendly Astronaut Galaxy Projector.

Despite the name, this cool projector, which Tantse gifted to her nephews, projects both stars and galaxies. It's not scientifically accurate, but it punches well above its price tag.

In Tantse's review of the Astronaut Galaxy Projector called it "a well-made novelty star projector that every kid, or space fan, will love to have in their bedroom," and even if the kids in question aren't skywatchers, it could well kindle their interest in the cosmos.

With its remote control, customizable displays and 45-90 minutes sleep timer, adults will find it a handy meditation tool or relaxation tool too. At $25, this Astronaut Galaxy star projector is a superb gift that can transform any room.

Key features: Remote control, projects light shows, sleep timer, compact

Price history: This model tends to retail for between $29.99 and $34.99. We've sometimes seen it dip cheaper, though there are also several versions of this projector.

Price comparison: Amazon: $25

Reviews consensus: In our review of the Astronaut Star Projector, expert Tantse awarded it four stars out of five and Amazon purchasers rank it even higher.

Space: ★★★★

Featured in guides: Best star projectors, best star projectors for kids

✅ Buy it if: You want a star projector that, despite its novelty appearance, offers excellent performance and won't cost you a fortune.

❌ Don't buy it if: You want scientific accuracy because, as impressive as they are, this projector's displays don't match the night sky. Instead, consider the Sega Toys Homestar Flux.

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Conheça o Koenigsegg feito com 327.906 peças de Lego que envergonha alguns carros a sério

20 June 2026 at 15:05

Com 327.906 peças, mais de 9,400 horas de montagem e 111 km/h de velocidade máxima. Conheça o carro de Lego mais rápido de sempre, o Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear, que foi construído à escala real, para celebrar o lançamento do novo conjunto 1/8 com 4.104 peças.

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