LEGO is removing purchase limits and stock constraints for sets and Pick a Brick orders with its new LEGO Unlimited initiative. We explore what this means for builders, the secondary market, and whether “out of stock” is about to go extinct.
Read MoreApril Fools' isn’t just about fake news and jokes—it’s a chance for LEGO fans and media to showcase their creativity. It’s a playful tradition that brings the community together, if only for a day, to imagine a world that’s just a little more absurd. And I tell you what, things got hairy in 2025…
Read MoreLEGO is phasing out its raised stud logo in favor of a groovier, recessed design. We explore what this subtle shift means for sustainability, builders, and collectors—illegal techniques included.
Read MoreLEGO announced a new initiative called LEGO Max that implements lifetime purchase limits as part of their corporate sustainability strategy. But how will this limit impact the LEGO community?
Read MoreOn April 1st, LEGO revealed The Majestic Horse. Here at BrickNerd, we thought it would be fun to tell you how the not-so-majestic horse came to be, so read on to find out how an “official” LEGO April Fools’ set was born!
Read MoreThe LEGO Group has announced a massive new “Children Welcome” marketing initiative set to reprioritize the company’s efforts to focus on their core but oft-neglected audience: kids.
Read MoreEach year the online LEGO community takes part in a creative tradition by publishing jokes for April Fools Day. In case you missed any, here is a comprehensive list of all 33 fake news articles about LEGO we could find.
Read MoreDo you own expired LEGO? Hidden expiration dates have been discovered on LEGO sets. What do these “best built by” dates mean and how will they impact the AFOL community? BrickNerd digs deeper as the clock is ticking.
Read MoreEach year the LEGO community takes part in a quirky tradition by expressing their creativity and publishing some funny jokes about our hobby on April Fools’ Day. In case you missed any, here is a comprehensive compilation of all the dubious stories we could find.
Read MoreAfter years of squinting, Nerdly finally got corrective eye surgery! Say hello to the new Nerdly who can see clearly now—truly a sight for four eyes.
Read MoreLEGO Speeder Bikes are back with a new community building challenge inspired by Citizen Sleeper. Build an airbike, create its messenger, and see what you can squeeze into just three studs wide.
Ahoy, me hearties! It be Talk Like A Pirate Day! Are you ready to set sail on an adventure through the history of classic LEGO Pirates? Where did it begin, what was it all about, and where has the theme showed up since? Join us on a treasure hunt through history!
Take a seat as we explore clever LEGO chair techniques that will leave you sitting pretty. From boat studs to bucket handles, here are some simple ways to design your own stylish chairs.
Identifying individual LEGO parts from bulk second-hand purchases can be challenging, so what are the most common elements that people want to know, “What is this!?”
The same bricks have sailed under many names in Alexander Zarkowski’s LEGO shipyard. We talk cruise ships, building at scale and how it feels to take apart a massive build after only a few weeks.
Which country has the cheapest LEGO? We’ve crunched the numbers across 22 countries spanning Europe, North America, and Australia and found a surprising result…
LEGO Castle has featured quite a few factions like the Wolfpack and Fright Knights. But what would kids name them after only seeing their shields? Make way for the Mean Rocktopusses!
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