Behold the LEGO SMART Play™: Training House with Pikachu 72164! This 400-piece set stands 8 inches (20.3 cm) high, 11 inches (27.9 cm) wide, and 4 inches (10.2 cm) deep, offering a display footprint of 44.0 sq inches (283.9 sq cm). At a value of $0.17 per piece, it’s packed with interactive play centered around a fully integrated Smart Brick. Get ready to train your very own Pikachu!
Turning the box, we see the heart of the interaction: the Smart Brick. It reacts to movement and engagement with the printed Smart Tags. Also visible are the Smart Charger and specific Smart Tiles that trigger different in-game effects, ensuring dynamic play without a screen.
Here are all the primary sub-assemblies ready for action. We have the impressive Pikachu-themed training house, the articulated interactive Pikachu figure, the dedicated Smart Charger with its cable, and a classic Poke Ball. Each element is robust, promising engaging build and play experiences.
This is the 'brain' of our set: the Smart Brick, a clear element with internal LEDs. Below it, four Smart Tags, which are printed 2x2 tiles. These tiles aren't just decorative; they each carry unique data, allowing the Smart Brick to 'read' them and trigger specific reactions during play.
Observe the brilliant trans-clear element used for Pikachu's chest, allowing the Smart Brick's light to radiate outwards. The concentric circles hint at the interactive energy it emits. This clever part usage ensures the brick's illumination is visually part of Pikachu's character, not just a hidden light source.
Here, the Smart Brick slides directly into Pikachu’s chest cavity, leveraging precise clutch power to stay secure. The moment it connects, it comes to life, ready to interact with the environment. This modular design makes activating Pikachu incredibly intuitive.
Our Pikachu is now holding a magenta berry, demonstrating its articulation. The Smart Brick inside glows brightly, indicating an active state. The clever use of jumper plates allows the berry to be held securely, adding another layer of interaction to the play experience.
Here we see Pikachu perched atop the impressive training house, which features a cleverly constructed SNOT technique for its square head. The ladder assembly uses wedge plates for organic shaping, leading up to the platform. From here, Pikachu can oversee the training grounds below.
With the roof opened on hinges, the interior of the training house is revealed, complete with greebling that adds texture and visual interest. Notice the tiny sandwich tile Pikachu holds, another example of fun NPU. This space provides a respite from training, complete with a bed and a few cooking accessories.
Pikachu peeks out from behind some lush green plant elements, indicating a playful hiding scenario. A classic red and white Poke Ball rolls towards a printed target tile, suggesting an accuracy challenge. The brick-built bushes are sturdy, held by strong clutch power.
Here, Pikachu lunges towards the training dummy, its internal Smart Brick pulsating with light. The dummy, built with interesting texture, features a specific Smart Tag target tile. This interaction triggers a response from Pikachu, enhancing the reactive play experience.
This is our dedicated Smart Charger, a sleek yellow brick with an integrated cable. The circular indentation is designed for inductive charging, ensuring our Smart Brick is always ready for action. Its robust construction means reliable powering for endless play sessions.
A builder is immersed in the construction process, with various sub-assemblies laid out. The modular nature of the set is evident, as different sections come together to form the complete training house and its surrounding environment. The vibrant yellow and green elements pop against the clean white building surface.
Here, the builder actively engages Pikachu with the training dummy, triggering the Smart Brick's reactions. The light patterns emanating from Pikachu's chest indicate real-time interaction with the Smart Tag on the dummy. This direct, tactile feedback elevates the play, making every interaction feel impactful.
The Smart Brick slots perfectly into Pikachu's body, held by robust clutch power. Just behind it, we can glimpse a dedicated Smart Tag, likely for Pikachu's identification or default behavior. This clever engineering allows for easy brick insertion and removal while maintaining play integrity.
The Smart Brick sits snugly on its inductive Smart Charger, soaking up energy for its next adventure. The simplicity of placing it directly on the pad, without fiddly connections, is a testament to the thoughtful design. It ensures continuous playtime, always ready for the next command.
The fully assembled Training House with Pikachu sits proudly, a testament to clever design and interactive play. From the ingenious SNOT work on the Pikachu-head house to the articulated minifigure-scale Pikachu, every element contributes. This set stands as both a dynamic plaything and a vibrant display piece, inviting endless interactions and admiration.
5-Year Est. (Sealed) after EOL
$134 — $153
Est. ROI
+104.7%
Carries a 119% premium over standard LEGO sets.
Height equivalent to approx 5.1 minifigures stacked.
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