Mattel has released a 3,500-piece Mega Construx building set featuring a replica of the original Microsoft Xbox console, complete with hidden Easter eggs inspired by early 2000s gaming culture, according to official product announcements from the toy manufacturer.
Inside the Mega Xbox Replica Building Set
The building set contains 3,500 pieces designed to assemble into a 1:6 scale model of the original Microsoft Xbox console released in 2001. According to product specifications released by Mattel, the replica features working components such as a removable hard drive and a controller equipped with a cord and functional lights. When builders complete the console assembly, opening the internal compartment reveals a miniature replica of the Xbox motherboard, echoing design details from the original hardware developed by Microsoft.
Hidden Easter Eggs and Retro Gaming Culture
True to early 2000s gaming culture, the set includes hidden Easter eggs integrated directly into the physical brick design. According to Mattel, builders who follow specific sequencing steps during construction uncover hidden graphics and nods to launch titles from the original console era. The inclusion of these secret elements aligns with the nostalgic marketing strategy surrounding the product, which targets adult collectors and enthusiasts who experienced the original 2001 console launch.
Pricing and Availability
Mattel priced the Mega Xbox replica building set at $149.99 upon its release. The product became available through major online retailers and the official Mattel Creations website. The release follows a series of collaborations between toy manufacturers and tech companies aimed at producing collector-grade building sets based on iconic consumer electronics from past decades.