{
  "id": 12512048,
  "title": "The Possibly Retired LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi Drops to Its Lowest Price Ever for Prime Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/the-possibly-retired-lego-super-mario-world-mario-yoshi-drops-to-its",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-07T00:35:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/lego-super-mario-world-mario-yoshi-71438-deal-amazon-october-prime-day-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Amazon's Prime Day has brought an exceptional deal on a LEGO set that's quickly becoming a collector's item. The LEGO Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi 71438 is being sold for just $89.99, marked down from its original price by 30%. This is the lowest price I've seen the set at, and it's worth grabbing before it's gone for good.\n\nThis particular LEGO creation is particularly special as it appears to be retired, with no planned restock and sold-out status on the LEGO Shop. The set stands impressively tall at nearly 16 inches and measures 5 inches wide, featuring a substantial 1,215 brick count. It's predominantly a 2-dimensional build, offering a striking display piece for any LEGO fan's collection.\n\nDespite its simple design, the set includes interactive elements that add to its charm. A crank handle allows Mario to ride Yoshi's back, while a dial brings Yoshi's tongue in and out with a satisfying pop. The build is not without its challenges, requiring small bricks and technical pieces like rubber bands, hinges, and ball joints. LEGO recommends this set for builders aged 18 and up, but builders of all ages will find themselves engrossed in the assembly process.\n\nAs a LEGO enthusiast myself, I found the build to be both challenging and rewarding. The end result is a nostalgic trip down memory lane, with the finished product looking fantastic on my desk. I can't imagine a better way to spend a few evenings piecing together this LEGO masterpiece. If you're a Mario or LEGO fan, or simply looking for a unique display piece, I highly recommend snagging this set while it's available at this unbeatable price.",
  "summary": "We built this and we loved it.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "IGN",
        "title": "The Possibly Discontinued LEGO Super Mario Piranha Plant Is 31% Off at Target",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/the-possibly-discontinued-lego-super-mario-piranha-plant-is-31-off-at",
        "published": "2026-10-06T10:30:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}