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It sounds like LEGO Fortnite could be the next VIDIYO
Epic Games’ latest press release suggests its partnership with the LEGO Group could be paving the way for a Fortnite theme not dissimilar to VIDIYO. That aborted augmented-reality theme was the LEGO Group’s most recent attempt to blend the worlds of physical and digital play, following on from 2019’s Hidden Side. A lacklustre reception and…
LEGO owners invest $1bn in Fortnite developer Epic Games
The LEGO Group’s parent company KIRKBI has invested a whopping $1bn in Epic Games, the developer and publisher behind Fortnite. The investment forms half of Epic Games’ latest round of funding, with a further $1bn coming from Sony. It’s apparently all part of the company’s vision to ‘build the metaverse and support its continued growth’,…
Why LEGO teaming up with Epic Games is such a big deal
The LEGO Group has announced a long-term partnership with Epic Games to shape the future of the metaverse, and that’s a big deal. In a press release, the LEGO Group have confirmed their intention to enter a long-term partnership with Epic Games, though those unfamiliar with the video game company may be wondering what this…
The LEGO Group and Epic Games announce a partnership
The LEGO Group and Epic Games are entering a long-term partnership aiming to make the metaverse safe for children and families. Epic Games, who are behind the Unreal Engine and a game that you may be familiar with – Fortnite – are working with the LEGO Group in a new partnership that aims to shape…
LEGO Marvel 76200 Bro Thor’s New Asgard officially revealed
LEGO Marvel 76200 Bro Thor’s New Asgard has appeared on the official online store in Australia, confirming the Avengers: Endgame set’s price, piece count and release date. First glimpsed in a grainy catalogue scan last week, the long-rumoured addition to the Infinity Saga line-up – which revisits key moments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe –…
LEGO Marvel Avengers: Endgame Thor set rumoured for 2021
A new LEGO Marvel set based on Thor’s house from Avengers: Endgame is rumoured to be on the way later this year. Instagram user 1414falconfan reports that the model will be a store exclusive, and should retail for somewhere around $30. It’s also set to include at least three minifigures in Thor, Korg and Miek,…
Is a LEGO x Fortnite crossover on the way?
The launch of LEGO VIDIYO may hint at a future crossover between the LEGO Group and video game Fortnite. YouTuber Ashnflash picked up on a distinctive piñata in a video to promote L.L.A.M.A, the fictional artist created as part of VIDIYO’s marketing campaign, which may be teasing some kind of collaboration with Fortnite. At roughly…
Jazwares to release Fortnite building sets
As the LEGO Group is launching Overwatch, Jazwares will be releasing Fortnite building sets. Perceived as something new for the LEGO Group, the Overwatch theme will launch in January 2019, with the sets available to pre-order now. Overwatch is a competitive online video game which a large fan base, which rapidly rose in popularity last…
Fan creates LEGO Fortnite ‘gameplay’ video
A talented LEGO Worlds fan has created a LEGO Fortnite Battle Royale video. Bearly Regal has shared this video on YouTube, highlighted by Eurogamer, that imagines what a LEGO Fortnite video game might look like. The immsensely popular video game Fortnite has captured the attention of millions of fans all over the world, and now…
