LEGO Pokémon Sets Leak Ahead of Pokémon 30th Anniversary: Kanto Badge Collection and Pikachu & Poké Ball Display Box
LEGO Pokémon sets have been leaked online ahead of the Pokémon franchise's 30th Anniversary celebration later this year. The Pokémon series first debuted in Japan on February 27, 1996, with the release of Pokémon Red and Green. Fans discovered the new collectibles on the official LEGO site's international versions, with a LEGO Pokémon: Kanto Badge Collection being leaked on social media. This set features brick versions of the iconic Kanto Region Gym Badges from the Pokémon Red and Blue games, including Boulder, Cascade, Thunder, Rainbow, Soul, Marsh, Volcano, and Earth gym badges. The set contains 312 pieces and a display box, allowing fans to showcase their trainer skills and battle prowess.
The LEGO Pokémon Kanto Badge Collection Display Box (40892) is a nostalgic tribute to the Kanto region badges, featuring recognizable badges like Rock, Waterfall, Thunder, Rainbow, Soul, Marsh, Volcano, and Ground. The set is designed for Pokémon enthusiasts to display or store the badges securely inside the box, which is secured with a Poké Ball-inspired clasp. The release date for the LEGO Pokémon Kanto Badge Collection has not been announced yet, but it is expected to be revealed as part of the Pokémon 30th Anniversary celebration in February 2026.
In addition to the Kanto Badge Collection, a second LEGO Pokémon set called Pikachu and Poké Ball has also been leaked online. This set allows fans to build a larger-scale version of the lovable Pokémon mascot Pikachu jumping out of a giant Poké Ball. With a total of 2,050 pieces, the LEGO Pikachu set is expected to be a more intricate build compared to the Kanto Badge Collection. While the pricing for the LEGO Pikachu and Poké Ball set has not been officially confirmed, it is speculated to cost over $200 based on similar LEGO sets with a high piece count.
Both LEGO Pokémon sets are anticipated to be officially revealed during the Pokémon Day celebration on February 27, 2026. Fans looking to collect these sets will need to prepare their wallets for the potential release after the anniversary celebration. With multiple collectibles on the horizon, Pokémon enthusiasts will have the opportunity to add these LEGO sets to their collection and relive the nostalgia of the beloved franchise.