Nintendo’s 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda lands with a premium Lego release centered on Link and Epona. The announcement shifts attention from Mario’s established Lego line and raises questions about selective IP licensing. The set pairs a detailed Link minifigure with a buildable horse and a playable Ocarina of Time.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Why did Nintendo choose Link and Epona for a Lego set instead of Mario?
- A: The Zelda 40th anniversary release is a prestige collector set to honor the franchise’s legacy. It lets Nintendo highlight Zelda IP without cannibalizing the mass-market Mario Lego line.
- Q: What is included in the Link and Epona Lego set?
- A: The premium set pairs a detailed Link minifigure with a buildable Epona horse and a playable Ocarina of Time accessory, referencing Ocarina of Time.
- Q: Does the Link and Epona Lego mean Mario Lego is being deprioritized?
- A: No. The announcement shifts attention temporarily for the anniversary, but Mario remains Lego’s core Nintendo partnership with ongoing mass-market releases.
- Q: What is selective IP licensing in this context?
- A: It refers to Nintendo’s careful control over which franchises are licensed to Lego, balancing brand prestige, anniversary timing, and commercial risk versus Mario’s evergreen appeal.