Elsewhere, there’s Thor’s Hammer, an 18 inch (46 cm) high replica of Mjolnir, or the Infinity Gauntlet – but we’re pretty sure the Lego version doesn’t give you the power to destroy the universe.Some eagle-eyed fans had actually already spotted the Sanctum Sanctorum in the Spider-Man PS4 trailer released at last year's Paris Games Week. There are enough play features for it to suit older children, but the included display stand makes it an excellent showpiece for adults, too. In terms of Lego Marvel sets aimed at a grown-up audience, we love the Guardians of the Galaxy ship. If you want to stick with Doctor Strange, the Lego Marvel Gargantos Showdown playset makes a good companion piece to the Sanctum Workshop at just $39.99 / £24.99. At $299.99 / £264.99 it’s also the most expensive Marvel set, but its sheer size (nearly a meter tall!) and the amount of included minifigures (25!) more than make up for it. If it’s more Spider-Man that you’re looking for and money is not a problem, the best Lego Marvel set you can buy at the moment is undoubtedly the Daily Bugle. So, unless you’re a die-hard Marvel fan, you might not get a great deal out of this. However, it’s not the nicest set to have out on display and it’s a very simple build. And there’s a number of interesting and rare parts, like an hourglass and the golden sextant, both of which only appear in one other set. There’s certainly value in the four minifigures considering they’re unique to this set. With the minifigures, the giant bug, and all of the items decorating the set, there’s so much scope for imaginative play.įor an adult collector, though, your mileage will likely vary. For its asking price of $39.99 / £34.99, this is a busy set that packs in a lot of detail. It all lends itself to creating a feeling that this really is part of the Sanctum Sanctorum – a place of mystery and wonder.įor children who love Spider-Man or Doctor Strange, Lego Marvel Spider-Man at the Sanctum Workshop makes an excellent playset. This is a set full of little trinkets: a camera, a desktop PC complete with keyboard, a boombox, a fully-stocked tool bench, a candelabra, a sextant, shelves filled with random jars, crystals, and a mysterious egg. Lego Marvel Spider-Man at the Sanctum Workshop review: DesignĪs we mentioned in the Build section above, it’s the little details that really brings Lego Marvel Spider-Man at the Sanctum Workshop to life. It’s just a shame it’s not all brought together with more congruence – but for a $40 playset, we can’t really expect any more than what we’ve got. We had great fun putting these together, and when finished it really does feel like a true living space. You’ll use gray plates that jut out at an angle to add in a desk, shelving, and workshop area. Much of the detail of Lego Marvel Spider-Man at the Sanctum Workshop is in the sides of the set. It’s a bizarre addition to the set if you ask us, but it makes for a nice play piece – particularly since its front pincers are large enough to grab a minifigure. Split over three bags, you’ll start by putting together a big green and black bug monster. It’s a pleasant build, with no frustrating sections. Competent builders will have this together in little more than 40 minutes, while kids will undoubtedly need a little longer. There are a lot of small, fiddly pieces however – like decorative jars and individual tools – that make this a set unsuitable for the youngest of Lego builders. It’s purposefully simple to put together so that little builders can do it without much help. Lego Marvel Spider-Man at the Sanctum Workshop review: BuildĪs the 7+ age rating on the box of the Lego Marvel Spider-Man at the Sanctum Workshop should tell you, this isn’t a complicated build. Or if you want to see where Spider-Man: No Way Home fits into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, here’s an excellent run down of the Marvel movies in chronological order. If it’s other Lego sets you’re after, you can find our best Lego Marvel sets here. Read on for our detailed thoughts on Lego Marvel Spider-Man at the Sanctum Workshop.
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