Pokémon fans and LEGO enthusiasts alike finally have reason to celebrate together. On January 12, 2026, The LEGO Group and The Pokémon Company International officially unveiled the first-ever LEGO Pokémon sets, marking a milestone moment in the worlds of both iconic brands. After years of anticipation, the collaboration is set to launch on February 27, 2026—a date that coincides with the 30th anniversary celebration of the Pokémon franchise, according to Game Informer and Nerdist.
Three unique sets headline this historic partnership: the standalone LEGO Pokémon Eevee, the dynamic LEGO Pokémon Pikachu and Poké Ball, and the colossal LEGO Pokémon Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise trio. Together, these sets allow fans to build five beloved Pokémon in brick form, as well as a Poké Ball, bringing the spirit of adventure and creativity that defines both brands into homes around the world.
The excitement around these releases is palpable. As reported by Game Informer, anyone who purchases the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set between February 27 and March 3, 2026, through LEGO’s official website or stores, will receive a special LEGO Pokémon Kanto Region Badge Collection as a free gift. This exclusive display box, containing all eight iconic Kanto region badges, is a nod to the original games and a coveted collectible for longtime fans.
Let’s break down what each set offers, starting with the most accessible: LEGO Pokémon Eevee. Priced at $59.99, the set consists of 587 pieces and measures 7.5 inches tall, 6 inches wide, and 8.5 inches deep. According to the official press release, "Celebrate Eevee’s irresistible charm with LEGO Pokémon Eevee, a 587-piece set that brings the cherished Pokémon to life in dynamic detail. Eevee’s expressive face, movable tail, head and limbs allow builders to pose the fan-favorite, either at rest or ready to jump into action. With the Build Together app, this set presents fans with the ability to build together with friends and family." Preorders for Eevee began on January 12, 2026, and the set will be available for purchase starting February 27.
The next set ups the ante: LEGO Pokémon Pikachu and Poké Ball. This 2,050-piece set is priced at $199.99 and measures an impressive 13.5 inches tall, 10.5 inches wide, and 15.5 inches deep. The design lets fans recreate one of the franchise’s most iconic scenes—Pikachu leaping out of a Poké Ball, ready for battle. The base of the set features a black lightning rod shape, with lightning energy emanating from the Poké Ball and a ‘25’ displayed to signify Pikachu’s Pokédex number. As described in the press release, "This set lets fans recreate one of the most iconic scenes from the franchise: Pikachu jumping out of the Poké Ball ready for battle. The 2050-piece set features a black lightning rod-shaped base, with lightning energy emitting from the Poké Ball as Pikachu exits, ready for action. Key Easter eggs include a '25' displayed on the base, signifying Pikachu’s Pokédex number." Like the Eevee set, preorders started on January 12, 2026, with official availability on February 27.
For those seeking the ultimate display piece, LEGO Pokémon Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise is the crown jewel. This mammoth set boasts 6,838 pieces and carries a price tag of $649.99. It stands over 20 inches tall, 21 inches wide, and 14 inches long, making it one of LEGO’s largest display sets ever. The set features the final evolutions of the original Kanto starters—Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise—each with detailed articulation and design true to their game counterparts. The trio can be displayed individually or together on a custom action base, which includes hidden Easter eggs and biome-inspired design elements. As LEGO’s press release puts it, "The truly epic LEGO Pokémon Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set brings three of the most celebrated Pokémon to fans in one of the LEGO Group’s largest ever display sets. Made up of over 6,838 pieces, the set features three Kanto first partner Pokémon evolutions, for the first time, in LEGO brick form. Each of the three figures faithfully capture the original designs with remarkable authenticity and with their own unique articulation. These Pokémon can be displayed individually or together on the action base, which hides Easter eggs for fans to discover as they build. The base features design details inspired by each of the featured Pokémon's biomes, adding further depth to the display." Preorders began on January 12, 2026, with the set officially launching February 27.
The free LEGO Pokémon Kanto Region Badge Collection display box, available exclusively with the purchase of the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set during the promotional window, contains 312 pieces and measures over 1 inch high, 7.5 inches wide, and 4 inches deep. According to Nerdist, "Inside the case are all 8 Pokémon Kanto region badges… Remove them to show a fellow Pokémon fan or keep them in the case, secured with a catch inspired by a Poké Ball." This collectible is not expected to be sold separately, so fans eager to complete their Kanto journey will need to act fast.
Both companies have expressed excitement about this unprecedented collaboration. As quoted by Nerdist, a LEGO spokesperson shared, "Bringing the world of Pokémon to life in LEGO bricks is both an exciting opportunity and a great responsibility. We’ve worked to combine our worlds in a way that truly celebrates the creativity, adventure, and wonder that Pokémon represents. This partnership opens up a whole new range of possibilities for Trainers and builders alike, and we can’t wait for fans to experience these new LEGO Pokémon sets." Gaku Susai, Chief Product and Experience Officer at The Pokémon Company International, echoed the sentiment: "Pokémon has always inspired discovery and connection and partnering with the LEGO Group brings those qualities together with creativity and imagination into a new form. By combining Pokémon’s sense of adventure with the thoughtful design and attention to detail of the LEGO Group, we’re giving fans the chance to build, play, and tell their own stories in ways they’ve never experienced before – something we’re thrilled to see come to life."
For now, no additional LEGO Pokémon sets have been announced, but the overwhelming enthusiasm from both companies and fans suggests that this is only the beginning. As the Pokémon franchise celebrates three decades of inspiring trainers worldwide, this partnership with LEGO feels like a natural evolution—one that blends nostalgia, creativity, and community in a way that only these two brands can.
With preorders already open and the official release just around the corner, collectors, builders, and Pokémon fans have plenty to look forward to as they prepare to catch—and build—them all.
