In a groundbreaking move, LEGO has announced its latest venture into the world of gaming with a Super Mario range featuring minifigures for the first time. This new collection will include playsets based on iconic locations like Bowser's Castle and various Mario Kart vehicles. The long-anticipated rollout marks a shift from LEGO's larger-scale interactive Super Mario toys, now focusing on minifigure-sized sets. The range, set to hit shelves on January 1, 2027, will also feature an expanding roster of Mario minifigures, such as Luigi, Peach, Toad, Yoshi, Koopa Troopa, and Bowser Jr., along with a colossal Bowser figure. Kicking off the lineup is the 61-piece Mario's Pipe Jump (72052), priced at $9.99, featuring a mini Mario figurine, Goomba elements, and a large green warp pipe. Next up is Racing with Mario (72054), an 84-piece set retailing for $14.99 that includes a mini Mario figure and the plumber's classic kart, along with green and red shells and a banana. Mario's Beach Adventures (72055) offers a laid-back beach experience with its 196 pieces and $19.99 price tag, complete with a Mario in swim trunks minifigure, buildable snack bar, lounger, and giant enemy crab. Luigi & Bowser Jr.'s Race (72056) is a larger version of Racing with Mario, featuring both Luigi and Bowser Jr. as minifigures, along with their karts and accessories. This set consists of 104 pieces and will be available for $29.99. Moving on to bigger sets, Yoshi at Mario's House (72057) is a 147-piece build that costs $39.99 and includes Mario and an awkward-looking Yoshi minifigure, as well as a Goomba. Bowser's Rumbling Race (72058), another Mario Kart set, boasts 409 pieces for $59.99, allowing you to expand your starting lineup with karts for Toad, Bowser, Goomba, and the fan-favorite Cow. This set includes minifigures for the first two characters, while the latter is a buildable design. The biggest set in this initial wave is Fire Mario & Bowser's Castle (72059), consisting of 850 pieces and priced at $99.99. This impressive design features Fire Mario, Peach, Koopa Trooper minifigures, the colossal Bowser figure, and a Goomba. Lastly, Fire Luigi vs. Koopa Troopa Battle (72061) is a smaller 241-piece set that includes, as expected, Fire Luigi and a Koopa Troopa minifigures. According to LEGO's press release, the new Super Mario minifigures mark a refreshed theme centered on creative LEGO minifigure roleplay action, featuring iconic characters, karts, and environments from the Super Mario and Mario Kart universe. Get ready to add these exciting sets to your collection come January 2027!