Save 44% Off This MEGA Pokémon Set Featuring the Iconic Pikachu in Motion

The MEGA Motion Pikachu set is a reasonably sized set measuring about 9″x9″x5″ and consisting of 1,092 pieces. That averages out to 5.3 cents per brick. Compare that to a themed LEGO set, which I consider to be a good deal once they hit the 10 cents per brick threshold. The finished piece is presented as a three dimensional diorama, with the iconic Pikachu running over a small section of meadow.

The fun doesn’t end, however, once you’ve finished the build. Pikachu’s legs and tail are articulated and you can turn a hand crank to watch the electric-type mouse frantically run in place like a hamster on a wheel. The meadow elements move in the reverse direction on a mini-treadmill to simulate the motion. These are deceptively simple yet nonetheless enjoyable interactive elements that add to the overall value of the set.

LEGO has its own alternatives, if you’ve got the budget for them

If you’re intent on getting a LEGO version, you’re in luck because the brand recently opened up preorders for its own official Pikachu set. It doesn’t have any moving elements, but it is a bigger, more challenging build with a higher 2,050 piece brick count. It also comes in at hefty price tag of $200. If you’re feeling even more ambitious, check out LEGO’s upcoming Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise combo figure, which boasts nearly 7,000 brick pieces and comes with an eye watering price tag of $649.99 (although it’s currently sold out).

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn’t hunting for deals for other people at work, he’s hunting for deals for himself during his free time.