LEGO launches Marvel and Star Wars fusion contest

LEGO has launched a contest encouraging fans to merge elements from the Marvel and Star Wars universes into a single creation using LEGO bricks. The initiative was announced at the New York Comic Con on October 10, as part of the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of Star Wars, which originally premiered in 1977.

Contest linked to new comic series

The contest is tied to the upcoming release of a comic series titled Star Wars/Marvel: Hope Assembles, set to debut in January 2027. This collaboration between the two universes aims to inspire creative fan contributions and highlight the shared themes of heroism and innovation.

Kevin Smith announces the event

The contest was announced by Kevin Smith, a director and screenwriter known for his work on Marvel comics. Smith encouraged participants to think outside the box, suggesting ideas such as transforming C-3PO or the Millennium Falcon into inventions of Tony Stark or entrusting a Star Destroyer to Magneto.

Submissions and evaluation process

Participants can submit their creations through the LEGO Ideas platform, following specific rules for each category. A jury will evaluate the entries, and some will be put to a public vote. The final selections are expected to be revealed in 2027.

Potential for real LEGO sets

There is a chance that some of the winning designs could be developed into actual LEGO sets for sale. This gives fans a unique opportunity to see their imaginative ideas come to life in a tangible form.