{
  "id": 15758039,
  "title": "We Build LEGO PlayStation, a Near 1:1 Scale Replica of Sony's Classic Console",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/we-build-lego-playstation-a-near-1-1-scale-replica-of-sonys-classic",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-20T14:22:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/we-build-lego-playstation-72306"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "LEGO PlayStation, a nearly exact scale replica of Sony's original PlayStation console, has been released for gamers and LEGO enthusiasts alike. This 1,911 brick set, priced at $179.99 and recommended for ages 18+, measures over 2.5 inches high, 10.5 inches wide, and 7.5 inches deep.\n\nThe set, numbered 72306, was constructed using several clever building techniques, resulting in a surprisingly colorful and intricate design despite its mostly gray exterior. Upon opening, players are greeted with a red, yellow, and blue PS logo, followed by various electronic components and chips. Two hidden dioramas slide out, showcasing micro-scale worlds from popular games Ape Escape and Gran Turismo.\n\nIncluded stickers adorn the dioramas, with crucial and visible images such as the PlayStation and Sony logos, as well as controller face button shapes, already printed on the pieces. The LEGO PlayStation's exterior closely resembles the original hardware, with differences mainly in the absence of RCA ports. Even the functional buttons mimic their real-life counterparts, with the Power button revealing a green rod and the Open button releasing a disc lid.\n\nWhile minor issues include a sticking Open button and a slightly janky controller, the LEGO PlayStation set offers an immersive experience for gamers who fondly remember the original console. It makes a great gift for those who share a similar passion for gaming history and LEGO construction.",
  "summary": "We build the LEGO PlayStation set, a near 1:1 scale replica of Sony's entry into the world of video games.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "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."
}