Key Points
- There are 92 Lego Minecraft sets available as of 2023, ranging in price from super cheap sets like The Creeper Ambush to massive sets like The Mine.
- The Nether Bastion set is a great introduction to Lego Minecraft sets, featuring a Steve mini-figure and Piglins.
- Custom Lego Minecraft builds are possible, but it is recommended to start with official sets to gain skills and experience.
How do you build LEGO Minecraft? If you or your child is obsessed with both LEGO and Minecraft, then finding good information on how to assemble the pieces can be a bit of a task. Now, the provided materials that come with any Minecraft set are helpful.
The instructions are rarely exhaustive, however. YouTuber LEGO Instructions for You has numerous videos available on the subject. Below is a step-by-step guide on assembling LEGO Minecraft set 21245 The Panda Haven.
What LEGO Minecraft Sets are Available?
LEGO and Minecraft are a match made in heaven. Minecraft has been popular since its release for essentially being a digital version of LEGO. It only makes sense that Mojang and Lego would capitalize on the success and popularity of both.
If you’re into LEGO and Minecraft, you’ll want to know there are 92 sets; as of 2023, at least. Now, these sets range in price, as you might expect.
- Comes with Steve, a pig, a chicken, and Creeper.
- Easy to build for beginners.
- Comes with numerous useful mini-figures and pieces.
There are super cheap sets like The Creeper Ambush or 21177. You can readily find this set from most retailers for below $10, which is a great way to get into the Minecraft ecosystem for LEGO.
Of course, the massive sets you expect of properties like Harry Potter and Star Wars are also present. One of the absolute biggest in the Minecraft line is set 21118, or The Mine. This set is straight from Minecraft gameplay, depicting protagonist Steve battling Creepers and Zombies.
- Massive set for dedicated builders.
- Comes with Steve, Creeper, and Zombie mini-figures.
- Multiple useful ore blocks and other pieces.
If you or your child are huge on Minecraft, there are tons of sets to pull from. The Creeper Ambush set could be a little too small and The Mine be too big.
The Nether Bastion or 21185, makes for a great intro to the Minecraft sets. You get a Steve mini-figure, along with a pair of Piglins and tools. You can find The Nether Bastion for below $50 at most online retailers.
Are There Custom LEGO Minecraft Builds?
The vibrant homebrew scene behind LEGO has yielded some incredible results. If you’re very much a DIY builder, then there is certainly material out there to get you building your own custom builds. Custom builds can be very demanding in terms of what pieces are needed.
Sites like Bricklink are great for finding those odd loose parts. However, it helps to collect a few different Minecraft sets so you have materials for any sort of project. If you’re getting started in building LEGO, it helps to just stick with the official sets.
- Comes with Panda mini-figures, Skeleton, and others.
- Great set for beginners.
- Comes with numerous bricks and blocks.
Official sets give a good foundation of skills and expectations. Spending some time building the official sets should have you well prepared for tackling your own creations.
You can also find materials online that help you identify the parts needed for LEGO builds. This is instrumental in identifying parts. Lego thankfully has individual unique part numbers, so searching is easy.
What You Need to Build LegoLEGO
Aside from LEGO bricks, plates, and other pieces, there are a few things you can have handy to improve your building experience. A clean and tidy workspace, like a workbench or table, goes a long way in enjoying your LEGO builds.
A clean workspace enables you to keep track of what parts are which, and helps for keeping overall inventory when building. Good neutral lighting also helps. Lighting makes a huge difference as you need to have good visibility, especially when assembling smaller pieces.
- Comes with Steve and Piglin mini-figures.
- Easy to build along with YouTube video instructions.
- Based on late-game excursions into the Nether.
Other organizational tools, like little bins, can certainly help. This allows you to sort pieces out individually, so you can assemble them without having to sift through a pile of random LEGO pieces.
Sure, there is something to be said about the excitement of tearing open a box and dumping the parts and instructions on the floor. If you want your builds to go smoothly, a little organization and planning go a long way.
Wrapping Up
LEGO Minecraft is great for gamers looking to transform those marathon sessions into physically interactive worlds. LEGO and custom builders have taken to Minecraft like a duck takes to water.
Whether you’re looking into custom builds or you’re collecting the official sets, there is plenty of material for you to work on. LEGO Go is a lifestyle after all, and adults and children alike take pride in their creations.
If you’re interested in custom builds, there are numerous resources available online officially from LEGO itself on how to expand your official sets. Have fun building, and remember to enjoy yourself when constructing your latest masterpiece.
